Page 1 Some 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 website (www.samsungmobile.com) and install it in your PC.
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Page 3: 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.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Assembling ... Unpack ... 10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ... 10 Charge the battery ... 12 Insert a memory card (optional) ... 14 Getting started ... Turn your device on and off ... 17 Get to know your device ... 18 Use the touch screen ...
Page 8 Games and more ... 76 Personal information ... Contacts ... 78 Calendar ... 81 Task ... 82 Memo ... 82 Voice recorder ... 83 Web ... Internet ... 85 Samsung Apps ... 89 Synchronize ... 90 Community websites ... 91 Navigation ... 91 Contents...
Page 9 Connectivity ... Bluetooth ... 93 Wi-Fi ... 96 AllShare ... 98 Mobile AP ... 100 GPS ... 101 TV connections (TV out mode) ... 103 PC connections ... 104 Tools ... Clock ... 107 Calculator ... 109 Mini diary ... 109 Contents My accounts ...
Page 10 Applications ... 118 Security ... 124 Memory ... 125 Reset ... 126 About phone ... 126 Software update ... 126 SIM applications ... 126 Troubleshooting ... Safety precautions ... Contents...
Page 11: 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. Assembling • The items supplied with your device may vary...
Page 12 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 and battery. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Insert the SIM or USIM card.
Page 13: 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. Unauthorized chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
Page 14: Charge With The Travel Adapter
• While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. • If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Center. Assembling...
Page 15: 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 and the memory card.
Page 16: Remove The Memory Card
• Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card. • Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the life span of memory cards.
Page 17: Format The Memory Card
Replace the battery and back cover. Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device. › Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device.
Page 18: 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 for the display and select Select keypad languages for text input and select Next.
Page 19: Get To Know Your Device
Get to know your device › Device layout Speaker Volume key Menu key Dial key Microphone Getting started 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 Loudspeaker Headset/...
Page 20: 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 Search (press twice).
Page 21 › Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition Signal strength Flight mode activated Network searching GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Wi-Fi connected Call missed Getting started Icon...
Page 22: Use The Touch Screen
Icon Definition Alarm activated 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 23 • 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 24: 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 gray window with your finger.
Page 25 › Organize applications in Menu mode You can reorganize the applications in Menu mode by changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit your preferences and needs. In Idle mode, press the Menu key to access Menu mode. Edit at the top left of the screen.
Page 26: Launch And Manage Applications
Launch and manage applications › Launch multiple applications Your device allows you to multi-task by running multiple applications at the same time. To launch multiple applications, press the Menu key to return to the main menu and select an application to launch.
Page 27: Customize Your Device
› Open the widget toolbar To open the widget toolbar and access widgets, Widget at the top left of the screen In Idle mode, select to open the widget toolbar. Read the widget disclaimer and select necessary). Scroll left or right on the widget toolbar to find the widget you want to use.
Page 28: Adjust The Volume Of The Key Tones
› Add new panels to the idle screen You can add new panels to the idle screen to organize widgets according to your preferences and needs. Widget at the top left of the In Idle mode, select screen. Rotate the device to landscape view. Select to add new panels to the idle screen.
Page 29: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
Select Settings Display and light → Wallpaper. Set. Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. Settings Display and light. → Brightness to adjust the level of Set. The brightness level of the display will affect how...
Page 30: Lock Your Device
• If you forget your password, bring your device to a Samsung Service Center to unlock it. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software. › Lock your SIM or USIM card You can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card.
Page 31: Enter Text
To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely. Settings...
Page 32 Change the text input method When you tap the text input field, the input panel with the Qwerty keyboard appears by default. Number Function Change case. Switch to Number/Symbol mode. Insert a space; Insert a period and space (double-tap); Show frequently used symbols (tap and hold).
Page 33 Enter text using input methods Change the text input method. Change the text input mode. Select the appropriate virtual keys or write on the screen to enter your text. When entering text, rotate the device to display the Qwerty keyboard on the wider screen. Select the virtual keys as necessary to enter your text.
Page 34 Mode Function Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a number. Number You can enter numbers by tapping and holding a virtual key in ABC or T9 mode. ◄ ► Select to scroll to a symbol set you want. Symbol Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a symbol.
Page 35: Access Help Information
Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. Tap and hold the text input field until Select from the option list. Select Drag your finger across the text and stop at highlight starting point.
Page 36: Communication
Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customizing 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 37 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. 39 ► • You can send a message when you reject incoming calls.
Page 38 • 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 39: Use Options During A Video Call
› 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 40 › Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialing 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 41 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 42: Log
Select a condition. Select Divert to Contacts to add a contact or To → another number to enter a number to which calls will be forwarded. Select Activate. 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 43 In Menu mode, select Log. 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 44: Messages
Messages Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS), 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 45: Send A Multimedia Message
Customize 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 46: 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 47: Use Message Templates
• To view messages in the spambox, select Spambox. • To sort messages as desired, select • To back up messages, select messages. • To adjust the message settings, select › 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 answer incoming calls.
Page 48: Email
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 49 Customize the settings for the account by following the screens: Option Function Enter a name for the account. Account This option is available only when name setting up a new email account. Email address Enter your email address. Enter your user name for the User name account.
Page 50: Send An Email Message
› Send an email message In Menu mode, select Email → Compose. You can select Account list to view other accounts. Contacts. Select You can enter an email address manually or select one from the logs or groups by selecting another option. Select the check boxes next to contacts and select Add.
Page 51 Customize the settings for the Exchange server by following screens: Option Function Enter your email address for the Email address Exchange server. Enter your user name for the User name Exchange server. Enter your password for the Password Exchange server. Enter the domain of your email Domain address.
Page 52: Social Hub
Chat with friends and family instantly. Other instant messengers may be provided depending on your region or service provider. Social Hub ™ Learn to access Social Hub , the integrated communication application for email, messages, instant messages, contacts or calendar information. Visit http://socialhub.samsungmobile.com for more details.
Page 53: 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 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 1280 x 720 pixels. Photos are saved in jpg format and videos are saved in mp4 format.
Page 54 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 55: 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 56: 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 57: 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 58: Customize 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 color filters. In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera.
Page 59 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 60: Record A Video
Setting Function Select a memory location for storing Storage captured photos. Reset settings Reset menus and shooting options. › Record a video In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view. Select to switch to the camcorder.
Page 61 Number Function 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 62: Customize 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. Upload : Post the video to a community website or blog.
Page 63: Video Player
Option Function Video quality Set the quality level for your videos. Adjust contrast, saturation, and Adjust sharpness. Before recording 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 recorded videos.
Page 64 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 or tapping the bar. Move to the previous file; Scan backwards in a file (tap and hold). Number ›...
Page 65: Media Browser
Option Function Divide the video into segments Mosaic search to apply different settings to each segment. Color tone Change the color tone. Repeat on Repeat video playback. Send the video to others via multimedia message, email, or the Send via Bluetooth wireless feature.
Page 66: Edit An Image
• 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 67: Apply Effects To Images
Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view. The image editor interface appears only in the landscape orientation. Adjust Select an adjustment option (brightness and → contrast or color). To adjust the image automatically, select Auto level. Adjust the image as desired and select Save.
Page 68: Edit A Video
Insert a visual feature Open an image to edit. Insert Select a visual feature type (text or clip art). → Enter text and select Done or select a visual feature. Move or resize the visual feature or text and select Apply.
Page 69 Move the added text and select To change the text attribute or color, select an icon on top of the screen. Select Tap here to add background music Add. category a sound → → Select to add a transition effect between images or videos.
Page 70: Music Player
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. Effects. Select a video → Select an effect option Apply. → Save the edited video with a new file name. Add caption to a video Import a video.
Page 71: Play Music
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. 105 ► • Receive via Bluetooth. p. 95 ►...
Page 72 Number Function Move to the previous file; Scan backwards in a file (tap and hold). Activate Shuffle mode. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating one file, or repeating all files). Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Move to the next file; Scan forwards in a file (tap and hold).
Page 73: 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 disc view. ›...
Page 74: Fm Radio
Option Function Select an animated visualization Visualization 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 75 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: Entertainment Number ›...
Page 76: Customize Fm Radio Settings
Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Select Record to start recording. → When you are finished recording, select The recorded file will be saved in FM radio clips (in Menu mode, select My files Sounds →...
Page 77: Games And More
Adjust the following settings to customize 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 78 › 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 79: 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 80 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 • Use additional features by selecting Delete : Delete the contact.
Page 81: Copy Contacts
You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature. › Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your device contacts.
Page 82: Calendar
Calendar Learn to create and manage daily or monthly events, and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. › Create an event Calendar. In Menu mode, select Create. Select Enter the details of the event as required. Select Save. ›...
Page 83: Task
› Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the alarm will sound at the specified time. To stop the alarm, tap and hold Stop. Task Learn to create a virtual task list and set alarms to remind yourself of important tasks or set priority.
Page 84: Voice Recorder
› Create a memo Memo. In Menu mode, select Create. Select Enter your memo text. Back to hide the keypad. Select Select a color to change a background color. Save. Select › View memos In Menu mode, select Memo. Select a memo to view its details. •...
Page 85 Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Move to a point of the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Personal information • You can send the voice memo to others by tapping and holding a voice memo and selecting a sending option.
Page 86: Web
Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favorite 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 labeled differently depending on your service provider. •...
Page 87 › 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 88 While browsing the web page, use the following options: • To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen. You can also place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). • To translate a word, tap and hold the word you want to translate and select Translate.
Page 89 Adjust the following settings to customize your web browser: Option Function Enter the web address of the website Homepage to use as your homepage. Auto save Set to automatically save your password password. Internet Select a connection profile to use for profiles web connections.
Page 90: 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 mobile experience. RSS feeds. →...
Page 91: Synchronize
Search for and download applications or widgets as desired. • To use Samsung Apps, your device must be connected to the internet using a cellular connection or WLAN. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the internet and downloading applications.
Page 92: Community Websites
Navigation Connectivity → → Learn about the Samsung mobile navigator that gives you road guides and information about your location and trip distance. Facebook, YouTube or Twitter. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.
Page 93 To use the Samsung mobile navigator, in Menu mode, select Navigation. For details, refer to the quick start guide of the Samsung mobile navigator. Visit http://www.66.com/samsung for details. • If your device is non-navigation package, you can use one-month free trial of the Samsung mobile navigator.
Page 94: 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 95: Find And Pair With Other Bluetooth
Select the title bar on the top of the screen to turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature. To allow other devices to locate your device, select Settings My phone's visibility → → Save. → If you selected Custom, enter duration that your device is visible and select Done.
Page 96: Wireless Feature
Select a paired device and use the following options: • To browse files on the paired device, select • To view the service list of the paired device, select Service list. • To change the paired device name, select • To allow the paired device to access and browse your files, select Authorize device.
Page 97: Wi-Fi
› 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. To activate Remote SIM mode, In Menu mode, select Settings Bluetooth.
Page 98 › 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). › Customize the connection profile In Menu mode, select Settings Wi-Fi.
Page 99: 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 100 Adjust the following settings to customize the DLNA feature: Option Function Media server Enter a name for your device as a name media server. Sharing Turn on video sharing with other video DLNA-enabled devices. Sharing Turn on image sharing with other image DLNA-enabled devices.
Page 101: Mobile Ap
next to Play file from server on my phone. Select Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled devices. Select a device as the media server—the one that contains media files. Select a media category and a file. Control playback using icons of your device. ›...
Page 102: Gps
Select Settings to customize the Mobile AP feature: Option Function View and edit the device name that Name will be shown to external devices. View or edit the network key to Password prevent unauthorized access to the network. Hide my Block other devices from locating your device device.
Page 103 › Activate the GPS feature You must activate location services to receive location information and search the map. Settings In Menu mode, select Location. Enable location services. Select the dot next to OK to confirm. Select Do not touch the internal antenna area or cover this area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.
Page 104: Tv Connections (Tv Out Mode)
Select the dot next to Enable network position. Select Yes to confirm. › Enable sensor aiding Set to use sensors to enhance pedestrian positioning when the GPS signal is weak or obstructed. There may be variations between the sensor estimates and your actual location.
Page 105: Pc Connections
PC data cable in various USB connection modes. By connecting the device to a PC, you can 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 106 › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Run Samsung Kies and use wireless connections or copy data and files.
Page 107 › 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 USB utilities Internet sharing. → Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.
Page 108: Tools
Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and countdown timer. › Set a new alarm Clock In Menu mode, select → Create. Select Set alarm details. Save. When you are finished, select Auto power setting to turn on the Select →...
Page 109: 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 110: Calculator
Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical handheld 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 111: 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 112: My Files
If you are a premium user, you can configure settings for peak schedules to synchronize 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 113 › 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 114: Search
› Print an image You can print your jpg images with the Bluetooth wireless feature. My files In Menu mode, select → Print via Bluetooth. Select → Select a Bluetooth-enabled printer and pair with the printer. Set print options and print the image. ›...
Page 115: Settings
Settings Access the Settings menu Settings. In Menu mode, select Select a setting category and select an option. Customize the setting and select Offline 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 116: 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 117: 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 118: 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 119: Menu And Widgets
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. Downloaded widgets : View the list of the downloaded widgets. Disclaimer : View the widget disclaimer.
Page 120 Alerts on call : Activate or deactivate an alert during a call. • Voice call Call diverting : Divert incoming calls to another number. Call barring : Block incoming or outgoing calls. Call waiting : Set to receive an incoming call when you are already on a call.
Page 121 Alert tone : Set how often the device will alert you of new messages. • Text messages Reply path : Allow recipients to reply to you through your text message server. Request delivery report : Set the network to inform you when your messages are delivered.
Page 122 Auto resize image : Set whether or not to resize an image to add to a multimedia message. Creation mode : Select a mode for creating multimedia messages. You can select to create messages with any type of content and of any size or to receive alert messages about content type or size.
Page 123 Web accounts : Customize 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 124: Media Player
Deleting options: Select whether to delete messages from your device or device and server. Send read report: Set the network to inform senders when you read messages. Load remote images: Set to load images included in the email body. • Block Emails : Block emails from specified addresses and subjects.
Page 125: Security
Samsung Apps. • 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.
Page 126: Memory
• Mobile tracker : Activate or deactivate the mobile tracker feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen. p. 30 ► • Change password : Change the device password. • SIM lock : Activate or deactivate the SIM lock feature to require the SIM password when you change the SIM or USIM card.
Page 127: Reset
Settings 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 128: 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 129: Calls Are Being Dropped
Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Center. Troubleshooting Calls are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the network.
Page 130 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 131 Troubleshooting 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. To use the FM radio, first ensure that the headset is properly connected.
Page 132 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 133: Safety Precautions
For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorized service center. 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 134 Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries. •...
Page 135 • Do not use your device at refueling points (service stations), near fuels or chemicals, and at blasting areas. • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories. Turn off your device when in an aircraft Using your device in an aircraft is illegal.
Page 136 • Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives are in danger, call a local emergency number. • Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance number when necessary.
Page 137 Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device to malfunction. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery •...
Page 138 Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Center. • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or fire.
Page 139 RF energy necessary to transmit a signal to the nearest base station. By automatically emitting lower levels when possible, your device reduces your overall exposure to RF energy. For more information about the SAR and related EU standards, visit the Samsung website.
Page 140: Correct Disposal Of This Product
Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
Page 141 “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...

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