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Samsung Wave User Manual

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  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    Using this manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards. This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device.

  • Page 3: Copyright Information

    ► Refer to—pages with related information; for example: p. 12 (represents “see page 12”) ► → Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: In Menu mode, select Messages (represents Messages, followed by Compose) ] Square brackets—device keys;...
  • Page 4 ® • Wi-Fi , the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ® • DivX is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc. and is used under licence. Using this manual ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ... Unpack ... 9 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ... 9 Charge the battery ... 11 Insert a memory card (optional) ... 13 Getting started ... Turn your device on and off ... 16 Get to know your device ... 17 Use the touch screen ...
  • Page 6 Contents Personal information ... Contacts ... 73 Calendar ... 75 Task ... 76 Memo ... 77 Voice recorder ... 78 Web ... Internet ... 80 Samsung Apps ... 84 Synchronise ... 85 Daily briefing ... 86 Community websites ... 86...
  • Page 7 Connectivity ... Bluetooth ... 87 Wi-Fi ... 90 AllShare ... 92 Mobile AP ... 95 GPS ... 96 TV connections (TV out mode) ... 97 PC connections ... 98 Tools ... Clock ... 101 Calculator ... 103 Mini diary ... 103 My accounts ...
  • Page 8 Applications ... 117 Security ... 123 Memory ... 124 Reset ... 124 About phone ... 124 Software update ... 125 SIM applications ... 125 Troubleshooting ... Safety and usage information ... Index ... Contents...

  • Page 9: Assembling

    • Battery • Travel adapter (charger) • User manual Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. • The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
  • Page 10 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, If the device is on, press and hold [ to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Assembling Insert the SIM or USIM card.

  • Page 11: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the device with the provided travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.

  • Page 12: Charge With The Travel Adapter

    • If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.

  • Page 13: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.
  • Page 14 Unlock the memory card cover. Lift the memory card cover and insert a memory card. Be careful not to damage your fingers when you open the memory card cover. Assembling Close the memory card cover. Lock the memory card cover. Replace the battery and the back cover.

  • Page 15: Remove The Memory Card

    › Remove the memory card Ensure that the device is not currently using the memory card. Open the memory card cover the same as you would when inserting the memory card. Remove the memory card and close the memory card cover.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, Press and hold [ Done (if necessary). Enter your PIN and select Select a language you want and select Select your home time zone and select Set the time and date and select Getting started To turn off your device, press and hold [ •...

  • Page 17: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Earpiece Volume key Menu key Dial key Mouthpiece Multifunction jack Rear camera lens Front camera lens (for video calls) Flashbulb Proximity sensor Lock key Touch screen Camera key Power/End key Internal antenna Speaker Headset/ TV-out cable jack...

  • Page 18: Idle Screen

    › Keys Function Make or answer a call; In Idle Dial mode, retrieve logs of your calls and messages. Access Menu mode; Launch the task manager to view all active applications (press and hold); Menu In Idle mode or while using an application, access Smart search (press twice).
  • Page 19 › Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Wi-Fi connected Call missed Bluetooth activated Icon Definition Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset connected...

  • Page 20: Use The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Roaming (outside of normal service area) Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Current time Battery power level › Shortcuts panel In Idle mode or while using an application, select the indicator icons area to open the shortcuts panel. Select icons to activate or deactivate the WLAN and Bluetooth features.
  • Page 21 • For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device. • Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body. For best performance, tap the touch screen with your fingertip.

  • Page 22: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations. To lock, press the Lock key. To unlock, press and hold the Lock key. Alternatively, press the Lock key and flick the grey window with your finger.

  • Page 23: Organise Applications In Menu Mode

    • Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically switch to landscape view. To set the interface to keep the orientation when you rotate the device, select Settings Gestures Orientation Change orientation.

  • Page 24: Launch And Manage Applications

    › Add new main menu screens In Idle mode, press the Menu key to access Menu mode. Select Edit at the top left of the screen. Rotate the device to landscape view. Select to add a new main menu screen. You can add up to 10 screens.

  • Page 25: Use Widgets

    Control active applications as follows: • To switch between applications, select one from the icons of active applications. • To close an application, select • To close all active applications, select applications. Use widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your idle screen.

  • Page 26: Customise Your Device

    You can organise each panel of the idle screen with your favourite widgets. Scroll left or right to a panel and then position widgets anywhere on the screen. To move a widget on the idle screen, tap and hold the widget until the yellow frame appears, and then position it anywhere on the screen.

  • Page 27: Adjust The Volume Of The Key Tones

    › Set the current time and date Settings In Menu mode, select Select the time zone option and a time zone. Enter the current time and date, and set the time and date format. Back. Select › Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down.

  • Page 28: Lock Your Device

    Select an image. To select an image from the image folder, select the folder. Set. Select Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. Getting started › Adjust the brightness of the display p.

  • Page 29: Activate The Mobile Tracker

    To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for Security. → controlling the device from the web remotely.

  • Page 30: Enter Text

    Enter your password and select Select OK to continue. Enter your email address and password for your Samsung account and select Sign in. To create a Samsung account, select Recipients to open the recipient list. Select Enter a phone number including a country code (with +).
  • Page 31 Number Function Insert a space; Insert a period and space (double-tap); Show frequently used symbols (tap and hold). Clear your input. Start a new line. Change the input language; Access the keyboard settings (tap and hold). To change the text input method, tap and hold select Keyboard type a text input method.
  • Page 32 When entering text with the keypad, you can use the following modes: Mode Function Select an appropriate virtual key until the character you want appears on the display. In ABC mode, tap and hold select Predictive text. Select the appropriate virtual keys to enter an entire word.

  • Page 33: Access Help Information

    Drag your finger across the text and stop at highlight starting point. You can also tap the word you want to highlight twice. Select Copy or Cut to copy and paste, or cut and paste the text onto the clipboard. In another application, tap and hold the text input field.

  • Page 34: Communication

    Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. › Make and answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end or reject calls.
  • Page 35 Reject a call When a call comes in, press [ ]. The caller will hear a busy tone. • You can set up a list of numbers to reject incoming calls automatically. p. 38 ► • You can send a message when you reject incoming calls.
  • Page 36 • To activate the speakerphone feature, select You can activate the speakerphone feature with motion. In Menu mode, select Settings → Putting down (Speaker call). Then, during a call, → place your device on a table or a flat surface. In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature.

  • Page 37: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress: • To hide your image from the other party, select • To select an alternative image to be shown to the other party, select Outgoing image.
  • Page 38 › Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring. Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. To activate auto rejection and set up the reject list, Settings In Menu mode, select...
  • Page 39 Select to start recording. Speak into the microphone. During recording, select to pause and select resume. When you are finished, select Save. You can also make fake calls appear more realistic by showing a caller ID image and caller's name or number. Settings In Menu mode, select Fake call.

  • Page 40: Logs

    Select a condition. Select Activate. Select Divert to Contacts to add a contact or to → enter a number to which calls will be forwarded. Your setting will be sent to the network. Set call barring Call barring is a network feature to restrict certain types of calling or to prevent others from making calls with your device.
  • Page 41 In Menu mode, select Logs. Scroll left or right to select a log type at the top of the screen. From the call and message logs, you can make a call or send a message directly to a contact by quickly flicking the contact to the left or right.

  • Page 42: Messages

    Messages Learn to create and send text (SMS), multimedia (MMS), or email messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. ›...

  • Page 43: Send A Multimedia Message

    Customise the parameters for the connection profile. Option Function Set name Enter the name for the profile. Access name Enter the access point name. Auth type Select an authentication type. User ID Enter your user name. Password Enter your password. Protocol Select a network protocol.

  • Page 44: View A Text Or Multimedia Message

    Select the text input field and enter your message text. Select and attach a file. You can select a file from the file list, take a photo or record a sound. Select Send to send the message. › View a text or multimedia message Messages you have received, sent or saved are sorted automatically into the following message folders.

  • Page 45: Use Message Templates

    • To receive a messages from all channels or my channels, Broadcast messages. select → • To view messages in the spambox, select Spambox. • To sort messages as desired, select • To adjust the message settings, select Settings. › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not...

  • Page 46: Send An Sos Message

    Create a multimedia message, with a subject and desired attachments, to use as your template. Save. Select You can now use a multimedia template to create a new multimedia message. From the MMS card list, tap and hold a template and select Send. Your template will open as a new multimedia message.

  • Page 47: Email

    Select a phone number (if necessary). When you are finished setting the recipients, select Select Repeat and select the number of times to repeat the SOS message. Yes. Select → To send an SOS message, the touch screen and keys must be locked.

  • Page 48: Send An Email Message

    Option Function Enter the port number of the SMTP SMTP port server. Secure Select a security protocol for the connection SMTP server. Incoming Select the type of the incoming server type server (POP3 or IMAP4). POP3 server/ Enter the address of the incoming IMAP4 server server.

  • Page 49: View An Email Message

    › View an email message In Menu mode, select Email → Scroll to the inbox. Download. Select → Select an email or a header. If you selected a header, select view the body of the email. › Synchronise emails with the Exchange server After configuring sync settings, you can synchronise your emails with the Exchange server.

  • Page 50: Social Hub

    After customising the server setting, select the dot next to data types to synchronise. For synchronising emails and calendar events, you can set the sync interval. To synchronise your emails, Email In Menu mode, select → account. Select Download. → Learn to chat with friends and family from any of the universal instant messengers, such as Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger, and Yahoo Messenger.

  • Page 51: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 2560 x 1920 pixels (5 mega pixels) and videos at resolutions up to 1280 x 720 pixels. Photos are saved in jpg format and videos are saved in mp4 format.
  • Page 52 Number Function Check the camera status and settings. • : Resolution • : Default storage location • : Number of photos you can take (according to available memory) Switch to the camcorder. Change the shooting mode. Change the scene mode. Change the camera settings.

  • Page 53: Capture A Photo By Using Preset

    After taking photos, select to view the captured photos. • To view more photos, scroll left or right or tilt the device left or right. • To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out).

  • Page 54: Capture A Beauty Photo

    For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure. When you take photos of people with the light source behind them, select the against light mode, which reduces the contrast between light and dark areas. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera.

  • Page 55: Capture A Series Of Photos

    › Capture a series of photos You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects. This is useful when you are photographing children at play or a sporting event. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera.

  • Page 56: Customise Camera Settings

    Repeat step 7 to complete the panoramic photo. Select to save the panoramic photo. › Capture a vintage photo You can take photos with a vintage look and feel by applying colour filters. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera.
  • Page 57 Option Function Reduce blur caused by the device's Anti-Shake vibration or movement. Automatically adjust contrast Auto contrast between your subject and background. Set the camera to alert you when Blink detection people close their eyes. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos. Adjust contrast, saturation, and Adjust sharpness.

  • Page 58: Capture A Video

    Setting Function Select a memory location for storing Storage captured photos. Reset settings Reset menus and shooting options. › Capture a video In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select to switch to the camcorder.
  • Page 59 Number Function Switch to the camera. Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). Change the camcorder settings. Change the flash setting; You can manually turn the flash on or off, or set the camera to automatically use the flash when needed.

  • Page 60: Customise Camcorder Settings

    • To use additional features, select of the following options: Send via : Send the video to others via multimedia message, email, or the Bluetooth wireless feature. You can also send the video to a DLNA-enabled device using AllShare. ( p.

  • Page 61: Video Player

    Option Function Video quality Set the quality level for your videos. Adjust contrast, saturation, and Adjust sharpness. Before capturing a video, select following settings: Setting Function Display the guidelines on the Guidelines preview screen. Audio recording Turn the audio on or off. Select a memory location for storing Storage captured videos.
  • Page 62 Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Scan backwards in a file. Entertainment Number › Customise video player settings During video playback, select settings: Option...

  • Page 63: Media Browser

    Option Function Divide the video into segments Mosaic search to apply different settings to each segment. Colour tone Change the colour tone. Repeat on Repeat video playback. Send the video to others via multimedia message, email, or the Send via Bluetooth wireless feature.

  • Page 64: Play A Video

    • To start a slideshow with photos and videos, select Tap the screen to stop the slideshow. • To view the photo details, select • To register faces of the photo to data base, select To sort photos by the face, select Media browser View by Person a face.

  • Page 65: Music Player

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies. p. 98 ► • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 89 ►...
  • Page 66 Number Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. View the details of the music file. Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Skip backwards; Scan backwards in a file (tap and hold). Activate Shuffle mode.

  • Page 67: Create A Playlist

    Select to switch to circle view. Drag the small circle around the great circle to select a track. To switch to another category, select the rectangular button at the top left of the screen and a category. Select to switch back to album view. ›...

  • Page 68: Fm Radio

    Option Function Select an animated visualisation Visualisation to display during playback. › Find information of music Learn to access an online music service to get information about a song. • This service is not available from some service providers. • The database may not include information for all songs.
  • Page 69 Select Yes to start automatic tuning. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. The first time you turn on the FM radio, you will be prompted to start automatic tuning. Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Set the FM radio to automatically retune...
  • Page 70 › Record a song from the FM radio Plug the supplied headset into the device. FM radio. In Menu mode, select Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Record to start recording. Select →...

  • Page 71: Games And More

    Adjust the following settings to customise your FM radio: Option Function Set whether or not the FM radio Alternative attempts to retune a radio station frequency when the signal is weak. Set the FM radio to automatically FM radio auto turn off after a specified length of time.
  • Page 72 › Play games or launch applications Games and more. In Menu mode, select Select a game or application from the list and follow the on-screen instructions. • Available games or applications may vary depending on your region or service provider. •...

  • Page 73: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts stored on the device’s memory or a SIM or USIM card. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts.
  • Page 74 Once you find a contact, you can: • Send a text or multimedia message by selecting • Make a video call by selecting • Make a voice call by pressing [ • Edit the contact information by selecting • From the contact list, you can make a call or send a message directly to a contact by dragging the contact left or right.

  • Page 75: Calendar

    In Menu mode, select Contacts friends. The accounts list you added will appear. Select an account. › Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. Start by creating a group.

  • Page 76: Task

    › View events To change the calendar view, Calendar. In Menu mode, select Select a view mode from the top line of the calendar. Select an event to view its details. To view events of a specific date, In Menu mode, select Calendar.

  • Page 77: Memo

    › Create a task Task. In Menu mode, select Create. Select Enter the details of the task. Save. Select › View tasks In Menu mode, select Task. Select List by and select a category to sort → the tasks. Select a task to view its details. For completed tasks with an expired deadline, you can set their status to completed by selecting a task and the check box from the top line.

  • Page 78: Voice Recorder

    Select a colour to change a background colour. Select Save. › View memos Memo. In Menu mode, select Select a memo to view its details. To view all details of memos from the memo list, select Maximise. You can send the memo to others by selecting Send via an option.
  • Page 79 Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Pause playback; Select to resume playback. You can send the voice memo to others by tapping and holding a voice memo and selecting a sending option.

  • Page 80: Web

    Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. For details, contact your service provider. • The web browser menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider. •...
  • Page 81 › Browse web pages Internet to launch a specified In Menu mode, select homepage. To access a specific web page, select the URL input field, enter the web address (URL) of the web page, and select Go. Navigate web pages with the following keys: Number Function Bookmark the current web page.

  • Page 82: Customise Browser Settings

    While browsing the web page, use the following options: • To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). • To zoom in or out, tap the screen twice. •...
  • Page 83 Option Function Set the web browser to automatically update subscribed RSS feeds at regular intervals. Activating RSS update the auto update feature increases the amount of data downloaded and may incur additional charges. Server View the details of certificates. certificates Change display and sound settings Preferences for the web browser.

  • Page 84: Samsung Apps

    Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of useful applications to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, widgets, health related applications and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice in RSS feeds. → →...

  • Page 85: Synchronise

    • To use Samsung Apps, your device must be connected to the internet using a cellular connection or Wi-Fi. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the internet and downloading applications. • If the widget toolbar is full, downloaded widgets will not be automatically added to the widget toolbar.

  • Page 86: Daily Briefing

    Option Function Enter the web address of the server Sync server to be synchronised. Network Select a connection profile to use for profile synchronisation. Save. When you are finished, select › Start synchronisation Settings In Menu mode, select Synchronise. Select a synchronisation profile. Select Start sync to start synchronisation with the web server you have specified.

  • Page 87: Connectivity

    Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. •...
  • Page 88 To allow other devices to locate your device, select Settings My phone's visibility → → Always on Save. → If you selected Custom, enter duration that your device is visible and select Done. Once the Bluetooth wireless feature is active, select and use the following options: •...

  • Page 89: Wireless Feature

    • To change the paired device name, select • To allow the paired device to access and browse your files, select Authorise device • To send your files to the paired device, select files. • To end the connection and delete the paired device, select Delete.

  • Page 90: Wi-Fi

    Print via Bluetooth, or select Select → → Print via Bluetooth. → Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled printer. When connected to the printer, customise print options and print the data. › Use Remote SIM mode In Remote SIM mode, you can make or answer calls only with a connected Bluetooth hands-free car kit via the SIM or USIM card on your device.

  • Page 91: Customise The Connection Profile

    › Find and connect to a WLAN Settings In Menu mode, select Wi-Fi. The device will automatically search for available WLANs. Select the check box next to a network. Enter a password for the network and select necessary). › Customise the connection profile In Menu mode, select Settings Wi-Fi.

  • Page 92: Allshare

    › Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Settings In Menu mode, select Wi-Fi. WPS PBC or WPS PIN depending on the AP Select device type. Press a WPS button on the AP device within 2 minutes. Or, enter a PIN on the AP device and select Start within 2 minutes.

  • Page 93: Media Files

    › Customise DLNA settings for sharing media files To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device, you must activate media sharing. Settings In Menu mode, select AllShare Settings. → Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA feature: Option Function...
  • Page 94 Control playback using icons of your device. Playback may be buffered, depending on the network connection and the connected server. › Play others' files on your device Settings In Menu mode, select AllShare. next to Play file from server on my phone. Select Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled devices.

  • Page 95: Mobile Ap

    Mobile AP Learn about the Mobile AP feature, which sets your device as an wireless AP (Access Point) to connect to the internet on other network devices. In Menu mode, select Settings Mobile AP. Mobile AP on the top to activate the Mobile Select AP feature.

  • Page 96: Gps

    (GPS) receiver. Learn to use navigation and positioning services with GPS. › Launch the Samsung mobile navigator Learn about the Samsung mobile navigator that gives you road guides and information about your location and trip distance. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 97: Tv Connections (Tv Out Mode)

    › Update the GPS functionality Learn to enhance the GPS functionality by downloading GPS data files. You can improve the speed and accuracy of your device's positioning capability. In Menu mode, select Settings Connectivity → Location Advanced GPS. → When you access an application using GPS, GPS data files are automatically downloaded.

  • Page 98: Pc Connections

    PC data cable in various USB connection modes. By connecting the device to a PC, you can synchronise files with Windows Media Player, transfer data to and from your device directly, use the Samsung Kies program, and use your device as a wireless modem for a PC. ›...

  • Page 99: Connect As A Mass Storage Device

    Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC with Windows Media Player installed. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC. Open Windows Media Player to synchronise music files. Edit or enter your device’s name in the pop-up window (if necessary).
  • Page 100 › Use your device as a wireless modem You can use your device as a modem for a PC to access the internet via your mobile network service. Settings In Menu mode, select Internet sharing → → Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.

  • Page 101: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and count-down timer. › Set a new alarm Clock In Menu mode, select → Create. Select Set alarm details. Set as daily briefing to activate the Daily Select briefing immediately after you stop an alarm.

  • Page 102: Create A World Clock

    › Create a world clock Clock In Menu mode, select → Add. Select Select the text input field and enter the few letters of a city name. To select a city in the world map view, select Map view. Select the city name you want. To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-4.

  • Page 103: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. Calculator. In Menu mode, select Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Rotate the device to landscape view to use the scientific calculator.

  • Page 104: My Accounts

    Select an account type. Samsung account is a user account to access to Samsung's smartphone services, such as Samsung Apps and Samsung Dive. You can sign up a Samsung account easily in My accounts. Enter your account information and select Enter the account details.

  • Page 105: My Files

    If you are a premium user, you can configure settings for peak schedules to synchronise data. In Menu mode, select My accounts. Select Push sync. Set the peak days and peak hours and select Select the dot next to Push sync. My files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored...
  • Page 106 › View a file My files In Menu mode, select → Folders or files on the memory card are indicated by a memory card icon. Select a folder a file. → • Images, you can view photos you have captured and images you have downloaded or received from other sources.
  • Page 107 › Print an image You can print your jpg images with a USB connection or the Bluetooth wireless feature. You can also send the images with message, email, or Bluetooth. Print an image using a USB connection Connect your device to a PictBridge-enabled printer with a PC data cable.

  • Page 108: Edit An Image

    › Edit an image Edit images and apply fun effects. Adjust an image My files In Menu mode, select → Edit. Select → Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. The image editor interface appears only in the landscape orientation. Adjust Select an adjustment option (brightness and...

  • Page 109: Edit A Video

    Transform the image as you desired. • To resize the image, move the scroll bar to a size and select Save. • To rotate or flip the image, select an orientation Apply. • To crop the image, draw a rectangle over the area to crop and select Apply.
  • Page 110 To delete images or videos, select To rearrange images or videos, tap and hold an item and move it to the location you want. To add text between images or videos, select Add text. Enter the text you want and select Move the added text and select To change the text attribute or colour, select Edit text.
  • Page 111 Split a video Import a video. Split. Select a video → Select to start playback. Move to the point where you want to divide the file into two clips. Done. Select Insert a transition effect between the clips. Save the edited video with a new file name. Apply an effect to a video Import a video.

  • Page 112: Smart Search

    Select the text input field. Enter a keyword and tap to update the search results. Select the data you want to access. › Search on the Samsung Mobile Site Smart search In Menu mode, select content. Select the text input field. Tools Enter a keyword and tap Select the data you want to access.

  • Page 113: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Settings. In Menu mode, select Select a setting category and select an option. Customise the setting and select Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Connectivity • Bluetooth : Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over a distance.

  • Page 114: Sound Profiles

    • Network : Access or alter the following settings to control how your device selects and connects to networks. Select network : Set the network selection method to automatic or manual. Network mode : Select a network band. Connections : Set up connection profiles to use for network features.

  • Page 115: Display And Light

    Message alert tone: Select a ringtone to use if you set the device to alert you to incoming messages by playing a melody. Email alert type : Select how the device will alert you to incoming email messages. Email alert tone : Select a ringtone to use if you set the device to alert you to incoming email messages by playing a melody.

  • Page 116: Date And Time

    Orientation : Activate an application by rotating or tilting the device. Change orientation: Set whether or not to rotate the interface automatically when the device is rotated. Flow items in tilt direction: Set whether or not to scroll through items by tilting the device in a particular direction.

  • Page 117: Menu And Widgets

    • Automatic time update : Automatically update the time when you move across time zones. Menu and widgets • Adaptive menu order: Automatically sort applications by frequency of use (most recent application first). • Widget Widget profiles : Select a connection profile to use for widgets.
  • Page 118 • Voice call Call diverting : Divert incoming calls to another number. Call barring : Block incoming or outgoing calls. Call waiting : Specify options for handling an incoming call when you are already on a call. Auto redial : Set whether or not to automatically redial a call that was not connected.
  • Page 119 Alert tone : Set how often the device will alert you of new messages. • Text messages Character support : Select a character encoding type. Using Unicode encoding will reduce the maximum number of characters in a message to about half. Reply path : Allow recipients to reply to you through your text message server.
  • Page 120 Multimedia message profiles : Select a connection profile to use for sending or receiving messages. Message size : Select a maximum size allowed for messages. Available message size may vary depending on your region. Auto resize image : Set whether or not to resize an image to add to a multimedia message.
  • Page 121 Web accounts : Customise account settings. If you have two or more accounts, select an account first. From: Enter your email address as the sender's address. Priority: Set the priority level of your messages. Keep a copy: Set whether or not to save a copy of sent messages in the server.

  • Page 122: Media Player

    VOD settings : Select a network connection profile to use for playing Video-On-Demand (VOD) content. › Samsung Apps • Update notification : Select a network connection (Wi-Fi or packet switched data network) to get application update notification from Samsung Apps.

  • Page 123: Security

    • Network profiles : Select a network connection profile preset by your service provider to use Samsung Apps or download applications from Samsung Apps. If a connection profile is not preset, contact your service provider for detailed settings. › Photo upload settings •...

  • Page 124: Memory

    • Change PIN : Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data. • Fixed dialling mode : Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to phone numbers in the FDN list. • Change PIN2 : Change the PIN2, which is used to protect the primary PIN.

  • Page 125: Software Update

    Software update Check for the firmware update and download the new firmware on your device. To use this menu, you must have a Samsung account. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region. SIM applications Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider.

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: When the device lock feature is Password enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.

  • Page 127: Calls Are Being Dropped

    • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. Calls are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the network. Move to another area and try again.
  • Page 128 Others cannot hear you speaking on a call • Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone. • Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth. • If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected. Audio quality is poor •...
  • Page 129 Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when launching the FM radio The FM radio application on your Samsung mobile device uses the headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset connected, the FM radio will be unable to receive radio stations.
  • Page 130 Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: • Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting files from your device.

  • Page 131: Safety And Usage Information

    Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.

  • Page 132: Avoid Interference With Pacemakers

    • Never dispose of batteries or devices in a fire. Follow all local regulations when disposing of used batteries or devices. • Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated.

  • Page 133: Safety Precautions

    Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hand and face. Bring the device to a Samsung Service Centre to replace the screen. Damage caused by careless handling will void your manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 134 • Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries. • Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and - terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage.

  • Page 135: Important Usage Information

    Important usage information Use your device in the normal position Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Allow only qualified personnel to service your device Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty.

  • Page 136: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    European Radio & Terminal Telecommunications Equipment (R&TTE) directive. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung mobile device website. Safety and usage information Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

  • Page 137: Correct Disposal Of Batteries In This Product

    “THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS. ” SAMSUNG DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED...
  • Page 138 Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control. Without limiting the generality of this disclaimer, Samsung expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any interruption or suspension of any content or service made available through this device.

  • Page 139: Index

    Index access codes alarms creating 101 deactivating 101 stopping 101 AllShare auto rejection battery charging 11 installing 9 Bluetooth activating 87 finding and pairing with devices 88 printing data 89 receiving data 89 Remote SIM mode 90 sending data 89 brightness, display calculator calendar...
  • Page 140 connections Bluetooth 87 DLNA 92 GPS 96 PC 98 TV 97 WLAN 90 contacts copying or moving 75 creating 73 creating groups 75 creating your namecard 74 finding 73 retrieving contacts 74 setting favourite numbers 74 daily briefing device customising 26 idle screen 18 Index indicator icons 19...
  • Page 141 42 viewing 44 multi-tasking music finding 68 playing 65 recognition 68 music player accessing albums 66 adding files 65 creating playlists 67 playing music 65 navigator PC connections mass storage 99 Samsung Kies 98 Windows Media Player 98 Index...
  • Page 142 Index ringtone message 115 video call 114 voice call 114 RSS reader Samsung Kies Samsung mobile navigator settings application 117 connectivity 113 display and light 115 flight mode 16, 113 general 115 memory 124 menu and widgets 117...
  • Page 143 tasks creating 77 viewing 77 text input text memos text messages sending 42 viewing 44 time and date, set timer touch screen locking 22 using 20 TV out mode unpack USIM card installing 9 locking 29 video calls answering 34 making 34 using options 37 video editor...
  • Page 144 Windows Media Player WLAN activating 90 finding and connecting to networks 91 using WPS 92 world clock Index...
  • Page 145 (place and date of issue) (name and signature of authorised person) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.
  • Page 146 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. To install Kies (PC Sync) Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung In Menu mode, select Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC.

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