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- Page 1 Questo manuale d’istruzione è fornito da trovaprezzi.it. Scopri tutte le offerte per Samsung Galaxy A03 Core o cerca il tuo prodotto tra le migliori offerte di Cellulari e Smartphone USER MANUAL SM-A032F SM-A032F/DS English. 11/2021. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Entering text Sounds and vibration Apps and notifications Apps and features Display Lock screen and security Installing or uninstalling apps Smart Lock Phone Privacy Contacts Location Messages Accounts Internet Google Camera Digital Wellbeing and parental Samsung Members controls Calendar Radio Clock... - Page 3 Table of Contents Smart Manager Optimising your device Battery Storage Memory Accessibility System Appendix Troubleshooting...
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Page 4: Basics
Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in. • Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung. - Page 5 • Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty. • Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection during production and distribution.
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Page 6: Device Overheating Situations And Solutions
• If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved one. - Page 7 Basics When the device heats up during use When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods, your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any running apps and do not use the device for a while. The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat.
- Page 8 • Decrease the screen brightness. • If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Precautions for device overheating If you begin to feel uncomfortable due to the device overheating, stop using the device.
- Page 9 Basics Precautions for operating environment Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire. • Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures. •...
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Page 10: Device Layout And Functions
• Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty. - Page 11 Basics Device layout Speaker Proximity/Light sensor SIM card / Memory card tray Volume key Front camera Side key Touchscreen Earphone jack Multipurpose jack GPS antenna Rear camera Flash Main antenna Speaker Microphone...
- Page 12 • If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre. • If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, the device’s sound may become quiet or certain features may not work.
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Page 13: Charging The Battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery, charger, and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. - Page 14 • If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. • If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
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Page 15: Sim Or Usim Card (Nano-Sim Card)
Insert the tray back into the tray slot. • Use only a nano-SIM card. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. -
Page 16: Memory Card (Microsd Card)
To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website. Insert the ejection pin into the hole next to the tray to loosen the tray. - Page 17 To use the memory card, you must format it. If your device cannot format or recognise the memory card, contact the memory card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre. • Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
- Page 18 Doing so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from the misuse of external storage devices.
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Page 19: Turning The Device On And Off
Basics Turning the device on and off Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. Side key Turning the device on Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the device. Turning the device off To turn off the device, press and hold the Side key. -
Page 20: Understanding The Screen
Basics Understanding the screen Controlling the touchscreen Tapping Tapping and holding Tap the screen. Tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds. Dragging Double-tapping Tap and hold an Double-tap the item and drag screen. it to the target position. Swiping Spreading and pinching... - Page 21 Basics Navigation bar (soft buttons) When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according to the app currently being used or usage environment.
- Page 22 Basics Home screen and Apps screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. Switching between Home and Apps screens On the Home screen, swipe upwards to open the Apps screen.
- Page 23 Basics Editing the Home screen On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. • Wallpapers: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. •...
- Page 24 Basics Moving items Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen, and then tap Add to Home.
- Page 25 Basics Lock screen Pressing the Side key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on. If the screen is off, press the Side key to turn on the screen.
- Page 26 Basics Icon Meaning Missed call New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode / Vibration mode Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery charging / Battery power level • The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
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Page 27: Notification Panel
Basics Notification panel When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen. -
Page 28: Entering Text
Basics To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button. To rearrange buttons, tap → Edit buttons, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location. Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text. Enter uppercase. - Page 29 Basics Additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used. • : Enter text by voice. • : Enter emojis. • : Change the keyboard for one-handed operation. •...
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Page 30: Apps And Features
Apps and features Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Store Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Launch the Galaxy Store app. Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword. -
Page 31: Phone
Apps and features Setting app permissions For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information on your device. To view your app permission settings, launch the Settings app and tap Apps and notifications → All apps. Select an app and tap Permissions. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions. - Page 32 Apps and features Making an international call Launch the Phone app. Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag...
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Page 33: Contacts
Apps and features Options during calls • Record: Record a call conversation. When you record a call conversation, the file will be saved to Files → Internal storage → Call. • Hold call: Hold a call. • Bluetooth: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device. •... - Page 34 Apps and features Importing contacts Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device. Launch the Contacts app and tap → Manage contacts → Import or export contacts → Import. Follow the on-screen instructions to import contacts. Syncing contacts with your web accounts Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your Google account.
- Page 35 Apps and features Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options. Launch the Contacts app and tap → Share. Select contacts and tap Share. Select a sharing method. Creating groups You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group. Launch the Contacts app and tap →...
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Page 36: Messages
Apps and features Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming. Sending messages Launch the Messages app and tap Add recipients and enter a message. To record and send a voice message, tap and hold , say your message, and then release your finger. -
Page 37: Internet
Apps and features Changing message settings Launch the Messages app, tap → Settings. You can block unwanted messages, change notification settings, and more. Internet Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Launch the Internet app. -
Page 38: Camera
Apps and features Camera Introduction Take pictures and record videos using various modes and settings. Camera etiquette • Do not take pictures or record videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take pictures or record videos where legally prohibited. •... - Page 39 Apps and features to take a picture. To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to the left or right on the preview screen. Camera settings Options for current shooting mode Shooting modes list Preview thumbnail Switch between the front and rear...
- Page 40 Apps and features Using zoom features Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. Zoom features are available only when using the rear camera. Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE) You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.
- Page 41 Apps and features Photo mode The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to capture pictures easily. On the shooting modes list, tap PHOTO and tap to take a picture. Taking selfies You can take self-portraits with the front camera. On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits.
- Page 42 Apps and features Customising camera settings On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the shooting mode. Useful features • Pictures as previewed: Set the device to save pictures as they appear on the preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them.
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Page 43: Samsung Members
You can also share information with others in the Galaxy users’ community or view the latest news and tips. Samsung Members can help you solve any problems you might encounter while using your device. -
Page 44: Radio
Apps and features Radio Launch the Radio app. Before you use this app, you must connect an earphone, which serves as the radio antenna. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time. Scan and save stations. Enter radio frequency manually. -
Page 45: Calculator
Apps and features Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations. Launch the Calculator app. • : View the calculation history. To clear the history, tap Clear history. To close the calculation history panel, tap . • : Display the scientific calculator. •... - Page 46 Apps and features • Drive: Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. • YouTube: Watch or create videos and share them with others. • Gallery: Search for, manage, and edit all your pictures and videos from various sources in one place.
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Page 47: Introduction
Settings Introduction Customise device settings. Launch the Settings app. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap Connections Options Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Connections. • Wi-Fi: Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. -
Page 48: Wi-Fi
Settings • Mobile Hotspot and Tethering: Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices. For more information about the mobile hotspot, refer to Mobile Hotspot. You may incur additional charges when using this feature. •... -
Page 49: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. -
Page 50: Data Saver
Settings Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm. The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection request. To unpair the devices, tap next to the device name to unpair and tap Unpair. Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. -
Page 51: Mobile Hotspot
Settings Mobile Hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile Hotspot and Tethering → Mobile Hotspot. Tap the switch to activate it. icon appears on the status bar. - Page 52 Settings Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.
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Page 53: Sounds And Vibration
Settings Sounds and vibration Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration. • Sound mode: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent mode. • Vibrate while ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. •... -
Page 54: Display
• Security update: View the version of your device’s software and check for updates. • Find My Device: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find My Mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device. -
Page 55: Smart Lock
• Permission manager: View the list of features and apps that have permission to use them. You can also edit the permission settings. • Send diagnostic data: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung. -
Page 56: Location
Google account. On the Settings screen, tap Accounts. • Accounts: Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with. • Backup: Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information and access it later. You must sign in to your Google account to back up data. -
Page 57: Digital Wellbeing And Parental Controls
Settings Digital Wellbeing and parental controls View the history of your device usage and use features to prevent your device from interfering with your life. You can also set up parental controls for your children and manage their digital use. On the Settings screen, tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls. -
Page 58: Battery
The available capacity may change when you update the device. • You can view the available capacity of the internal memory in the Specification section for your device on the Samsung website. -
Page 59: Memory
Settings Memory On the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager → Memory. To speed up your device by stopping apps running in the background, tick apps from the apps list, and tap Clean now. Accessibility Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. - Page 60 Settings Adding device languages You can add languages to use on your device. On the Settings screen, tap System → Language and input → Language → Add language. To view all the languages that can be added, tap → All languages. Select a language to add.
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Page 61: Appendix
Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. You can also use Samsung Members to solve any problems you might encounter while using your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •... - Page 62 • If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
- Page 63 • Ensure that the charger is connected properly. • Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased • When you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful charge may be reduced.
- Page 64 • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Picture quality is poorer than the preview •...
- Page 65 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.
- Page 66 Appendix There is not enough space in the device’s storage Delete unnecessary data, such as cache, using the smart manager feature or manually delete unused apps or files to free up storage space. The Home button does not appear The navigation bar containing the Home button may disappear while using certain apps or features.
- Page 67 No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system. Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.