Page 1 GT-I9100M P O R T A B L E Q u a d - B A N D M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. BMC_I9100M_UG_EN_07052011_D3...
Page 2: Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, provincial laws, and international treaty provisions.
Page 3 CORPORATION DELAWARE. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 4 Google , Android Market , Google Talk , Google Mail , Google Maps , and YouTube trademarks of Google, Inc. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Windows Media Player® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. CS Headphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.
Page 5 About DivX Video DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. About DivX Video-On-Demand This DivX Certified®...
Page 6 In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of the product or arising from the breach of the express warranty,...
Page 7 (including, via cable, Bluetooth® or otherwise) of such content may be an infringement of privacy or copyright law. Neither Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. nor any of its affiliates shall be liable or responsible for any data or content disclosed, reproduced, downloaded or distributed by the user of this equipment.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
introducing your phone ..........3 contents Unpack ..............3 Phone Layout ............4 Keys ................5 Indicator Icons ............5 Install the SIM Card and Battery .......7 Charge the Battery ............9 Insert a Memory Card (optional) ......11 Attach a Hand Strap (optional) ........13 getting started with your phone ......14 Turn Your Phone On and Off ........14 Use the Touch Screen ..........15 Get to Know the Idle Screen ........16...
Page 9 ............46 web .................74 Camera ..............46 Internet ..............74 Video Player ............55 Google Maps™ ............78 Gallery ..............56 Google Search ............80 Photo Editor ............58 YouTube™ .............. 80 Video Maker ............59 Samsung Apps ............81...
Page 10 Market ..............82 Kies air ..............100 Readers Hub ............82 Mini Diary .............. 101 News & Weather ............. 83 My Files ..............102 Zoom Pass .............. 84 Polaris Office ............102 Task Manager ............103 connectivity ............85 Voice Commands ..........103 Bluetooth ..............
Page 11 Applications ............113 Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada Accounts and Sync ..........114 Notice ..............131 Motion ..............114 Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Phones Privacy ..............114 Storage ..............115 Owner’s Record ............ 133 Language and keyboard ........115 warranty information ..........134 Voice Input and Output .........
Page 12: Instructional Icons
Instructional Icons using this Before you start, familiarize yourself with the icons that are used in this manual: manual Warning: Situations that could cause injury to yourself or others. Caution: Situations that could cause damage to your phone or to other equipment. This user manual has been designed to guide you through the functions Note:...
Page 13 Square brackets: Device keys. For example: ] (represents the Home key).
Page 14: Introducing Your Phone
• Travel adapter (charger) • Stereo Headset • Quick Start Guide and Safety and Warranty Guide Only use Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software might cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer’s warranty. The items supplied with your phone might vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
Page 15: Phone Layout
Phone Layout Back of phone Front of phone Headset Jack Light Sensor Mouthpiece Proximity Sensor Flashbulb Rear Camera Lens Earpiece Front Camera Lens Power/Lock Key Touch Screen Volume Key Back Cover Speaker Home Key Back Key Mouthpiece Menu Key Multifunction Jack...
Page 16: Keys
Keys Indicator Icons Icons shown on the display might vary depending on your Function region or service provider. Power/ Turn on the phone (press and hold) or Lock access the quick menus (press and Icon Definition hold). Lock the touch screen. No signal Signal strength Menu...
Page 17 Icon Definition Icon Definition Bluetooth headset connected New text or multimedia message GPS activated New email message Call in progress New voicemail message Call on hold Alarm activated Speakerphone activated Event notification Missed call Roaming (outside of normal service area) Synchronized with the web Silent mode activated Uploading data...
Page 18: Install The Sim Card And Battery
2. Remove the back cover. Icon Definition Current time 7:36 PM Install the SIM Card and Battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services.
Page 19 4. Insert the battery. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. 3. Insert the SIM card. 5. Replace the back cover. • Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold- colored contacts facing down. •...
Page 20: Charge The Battery
PC with a PC data cable. To charge the battery using the travel adapter: Only use Samsung-approved chargers and cables. 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack at the bottom of Unauthorized chargers or cables can cause batteries the phone.
Page 21 Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on. • If your phone is not charging properly, bring the phone and the charger to a Samsung Service 1. Open the cover to the multifunction jack at the bottom of Center.
Page 22: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)
2. Plug the micro USB end of the PC data cable into the Samsung uses approved industry standards for multifunction jack. memory cards but some brands might not be fully compatible with your phone. Using an incompatible 3. Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port memory card might damage your phone or the on a PC.
Page 23 2. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts Do not remove the memory card while the phone is facing down. transferring or accessing information, as this might result in the loss of data or damage to the memory card or phone. 1.
Page 24: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)
• In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → 2. Slide the hand strap through the slot and hook it over Storage → Unmount SD card → OK → Format SD the small projection. card → Format SD card → Erase everything. Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on your phone.
Page 25: Getting Started With Your Phone
Turn Your Phone On and Off getting started To turn your phone on, press and hold the Power/Lock key. Your phone will automatically connect to the network. When with your phone you turn on your phone for the first time, tap the Android image on the screen and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your phone for its first use.
Page 26: Use The Touch Screen
• To only use your phone’s non-network services, • For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the switch to Flight mode. Press and hold the Power/ screen protection film before using your phone. Lock key and select Flight mode. •...
Page 27: Get To Know The Idle Screen
Get to Know the Idle Screen • Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in or out while viewing photos or web pages. When your phone turns on or is in Idle mode, the Idle screen • Your phone turns off the touch screen when you do is displayed.
Page 28 • Shortcuts: Add shortcuts to items, such as 2. Drag the item to the trash tab. applications, bookmark, and contacts. 3. When the item and the trash tab turn red, release the • Folders: Create a new folder or add folders for your item.
Page 29: Access Applications
• Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless • To add a new panel, select connection feature. ► p. 85 • To change the order of the panels, tap and hold the thumbnail of a panel and drag it to a new location. •...
Page 30 • When you use applications provided by Google, • While using the phone, you can capture an image of you must have a Google account. If you do not a screen by pressing and holding and the have a Google account, you will need to create one. Power/Lock key at the same time.
Page 31: Customize Your Phone
5. Drag Add Folder or Add Page to the menu screen. A To use the task manager: new folder or panel containing the applications is added Your phone is a multitasking device and can run more than to the menu screen. one application at a time.
Page 32 To set the current date and time: • In Idle mode, press and hold the Power/Lock key and select Silent mode. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Date and time. You can set the phone to alert you to various events in Silent mode.
Page 33 You can set an unlock pattern to prevent unauthorized 3. Select Save or Set wallpaper. people from using your phone without your permission. Samsung is not responsible for any use of default 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → images or wallpapers provided on your phone.
Page 34 • If you forget the unlock pattern, take your phone to 3. Enter the password again and select OK. a Samsung Service Centre to be unlocked. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss of To lock your SIM card: passwords or private information or other damages You can lock your phone by activating the PIN supplied with caused by illegal software.
Page 35 8. Select Done. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for If you activate Remote Functions, you can control a controlling the phone from the web remotely.
Page 36: Enter Text
You can change the type of keyboard that is used to enter text. Tap and hold the text input field, select Input method, and select a keyboard type (Swype or Samsung keypad). 3. Release your finger on the last character.
Page 37 4. When the word displays correctly, select to insert a 6. You can also use the following keys: space. If the correct word does not display, select an alternative word from the list that appears. 5. Repeat Steps 1 to 4 to complete your text. •...
Page 38 • To view the Help information about using the Swype keyboard, tap and hold Using the Samsung keypad Number Function To enter text using the Samsung keypad: Change case. 1. Select → Portrait keypad types and select a text Switch between Symbol/Number mode and ABC input method.
Page 39: Android Market
Enter text by voice. This icon is only available when 1. Place the cursor on the text that you want to copy. you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung 2. Select keypad. (This feature might not be available, 3.
Page 40: Download Files From The Web
platform, your phone’s functionality can be extended by 3. Select Uninstall → OK. installing additional applications. Download Files from the Web • This feature might not be available in your region. • Your phone will save user files from downloaded When you download files or web applications from the web, applications to the internal moviNAND memory.
Page 41: Synchronize Data
To install applications downloaded from websites other than • This feature might not be available in your region. Android Market, you must select Settings → Applications • To synchronize with the Google web server, you → Unknown sources → OK. must have a Google account.
Page 42 (Google Mail, Calendar, and Contacts), the updated information will appear on your phone, and vice-versa. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Accounts and sync. 2. Select Auto-sync. 3. Select an account. 4. Select the applications that you want to synchronise. To exclude applications from automatic synchronisation, clear the checkbox next to the application that you do not want to synchronise.
Page 43: Communication
Calls communication You can use your phone to make and answer calls, use options during calls, and to customize and use call-related features. Make and answer calls You can use the buttons or touch screen when you make, accept, end, or reject calls. •...
Page 44 To make a call: 2. To end the call, select End call. 1. In Idle mode, select Phone → Keypad. To reject a call: 2. Enter an area code and phone number. When a call comes in, drag to the left. The caller will hear a busy tone.
Page 45 To call a contact from Contacts: The supplied headset is only designed to be used with with your phone and might not be compatible with You can call numbers directly from Contacts using stored other phones and MP3 players. contacts. p.
Page 46 • Open the dialling screen: Select Keypad. must subscribe to the multiparty call service to use this feature. • Activate the speakerphone: Select Speaker. In noisy environments, you might have difficulty Use options during a video call hearing some calls while using the speakerphone. For You can use the following options while a video call is in better audio performance, use the normal phone progress:...
Page 47 • Use the speakerphone: Press [ ] → Speaker On/ To set auto rejection and set up the reject list: Off. You can use auto rejection to automatically reject calls from • Use the other party's image: Tap and hold the caller’s specific numbers.
Page 48 To set call forwarding: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Call → Additional settings → Call barring and select Call diverting is a network feature that allows you to send Voice Call or Video Call. incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can 2.
Page 49: Text And Multimedia Messages
2. Press [ ] → View by and select an option for have sent or received. For instructions on entering text, see sorting the call logs. p. 25. From the call logs, you can make a call or send a You might incur additional charges for sending and message directly to a contact by quickly flicking the receiving messages while outside your home service...
Page 50 To send a multimedia message: When you enter an email address, the phone will convert the message as a multimedia message. 1. In Idle mode, select Messaging and select 2. Add the recipients of your message. ] → Add subject and add a subject for the 3.
Page 51: Google Mail
Google Mail™ 3. For a multimedia message, select a message to view its details. You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox Listen to voicemail messages screen appears. The total number of unread messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to voicemail, displays in the title bar and the unread messages display in callers can leave a voice message when you do not answer...
Page 52 5. Enter a subject and message. • Download: Select Download to save the attachment on your phone. 6. To attach an image file, press [ ] → Attach and • Archive: Select Archive to archive the message. select a file. •...
Page 53: Email
To add a star to a message: 3. Select Next (for general email accounts, such as Google Mail and Yahoo) or Manual setup (for other 1. In the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. company email accounts). 2. Select Add star. The star icon next to the message is 4.
Page 54 • To add more recipients, press [ ] → Add Cc/ view new messages. After you retrieve email messages, Bcc. you can view them offline. 3. Select the subject field to enter a subject. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Email and select an email account.
Page 55: Google Talk
Google Talk™ To start a chat: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Talk You can send instant messages to your friends or family using Google Talk 2. Select a friend from the Friends list. The chat screen opens. This feature might not be available in your region or 3.
Page 56 To access Social Hub: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Social Hub. 2. Check and use the contents delivered from the Social Hub. You can use IM to chat with friends and family using any of the universal instant messengers. To use IM: 1.
Page 57: Entertainment
Camera entertainment You can capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions of up to 3264 x 2448 pixels (8 mega pixels) and videos at resolutions of up to 1920 x 1080 pixels. • The camera automatically turns off if you do not use it for a specific amount of time.
Page 58 2. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary Number Function adjustments. Open the image viewer to view the photos you have captured. Use the camera shortcuts. • : Change the flash setting. • : Switch between the front and rear camera lenses.
Page 59 them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom • Set a photo as wallpaper: Select Set as to set a photo out). as wallpaper or as a caller ID image for a contact. • Delete a photo: Select Delete. The zoom function might not be available when you are shooting at the highest resolution.
Page 60 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Camera. To capture a beauty photo: 2. Select → Self shot. You can hide facial imperfections using Beauty mode. 3. Make any necessary adjustments. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Camera. 4. Select to take a photo.
Page 61 5. Slowly move the phone in any direction and align the 6. Continue to follow the subject until the phone has green frame with the viewfinder. captured all of the necessary shots for the action photo. When you have aligned the green frame and viewfinder, To capture a photo in Cartoon mode: the camera will automatically take the next photo.
Page 62 Option Function Option Function Flash Change the flash setting. You can White balance Adjust the colour balance according to manually turn the flash on or off or set the lighting conditions. the camera to automatically use the Adjust the sensitivity of the camera flash when needed.
Page 63 Capturing video Option Function To capture a video: Guidelines Display the guidelines on the preview screen. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Camera. Review Set the camera to display the taken 2. Drag the slider in the bottom right corner to the image.
Page 64 4. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. Number Function You can also tap the screen with two fingers and spread Change the camcorder settings. them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). Open the image viewer to view the videos you have recorded.
Page 65 • Send a video to others: Select Share. Option Function • Play a video: Select Play. Resolution Change the resolution option. • Delete a video: Select Delete. White balance Adjust the colour balance according to the lighting conditions. Customise the camcorder settings Outdoor Visibility Activate Outdoor visibility to select an Before capturing a video, select to access the following...
Page 66: Video Player
To edit the shortcut icons: • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the phone. You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an 1. From the preview screen, press [ ] →...
Page 67: Gallery
If your phone indicates that the memory is full when Icon Function you access Gallery, delete some of the files using Pause playback or select to resume My Files or other file management applications and playback. try again. Skip forward. Scan forward in a file (tap and hold).
Page 68 While viewing a photo, use the following options: • Avoid locking the phone’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the • View more photos: Scroll left or right. screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, • Zoom in or out: Tap the screen with two fingers and one of your available rental counts will be spread them apart to zoom in (move your fingers closer decremented.
Page 69: Photo Editor
To play a video in Gallery: • To reverse the selection, select → Inverse selection. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Gallery. • To change the selection size, select 2. Select a video (with the icon) to play. • To rotate or flip the image, select 3.
Page 70: Video Maker
Video Maker 4. Select a frame theme and select Apply. 5. Select an appropriate icon in the left pane of the screen You can edit videos and apply various effects. The video to add media files. editor supports the following video resolutions and codecs. 6.
Page 71: Music
To trim a segment of a video: 5. Save the edited video. 1. Launch the video editor and add media files. To apply an effect to a video: 2. Select 1. Launch the video editor and add media files. 3. Drag an image or video to the red line. 2.
Page 72 • Download from the web. p. 29 Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or • Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 94 repeating all files). (Displays when you tap the • Receive using Bluetooth.
Page 73 During playback, you can add files to a playlist by pressing • SRS CS Headphone™ delivers a 5.1 surround Add to playlist. → sound experience over standard headphones or To add songs to the quick list: earbuds when listening to multichannel content, such as DVD movies.
Page 74: Music Hub
3. Adjust the following settings to customise your music This feature might not be available depending on your player: region or service provider. Option Function 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Music Hub. Equalizer Select a default equaliser type. 2.
Page 75 2. In Idle mode, select Applications → FM Radio. 4. Control the FM radio with the following keys: The FM radio automatically scans for and saves the available stations. The first time you turn on the FM radio, it will start automatic tuning.
Page 76 2. In Idle mode, select Applications → FM Radio. Number Function 3. Select to turn on the FM radio. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. 4. Scroll to a radio station to which you want to listen. Adjust the volume.
Page 77: Game Hub
Game Hub Option Function Background Set whether or not to run the FM radio in You can play social and premium games. playing the background while using other 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Game Hub. applications. If this feature is on, you can 2.
Page 78: Personal Information
Contacts personal You can use contact cards and groups to store personal information in the phone’s memory or on a SIM card. You information can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays, and more for your contacts.
Page 79 2. Enter a phone number. • Send a message: Select ] → Edit. • Edit the contact information: Press [ 3. Select Add to Contacts → Create contact. 4. Select a memory location. If you have more than one To set a speed dial number: account, select the account to which you want to add 1.
Page 80 5. Select Save. To create a group of contacts: By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple You can send your namecard by attaching it to a contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. message or email or by transferring it using Start by creating a group.
Page 81: Calendar
2. Press [ ] → Import/Export → Import from SIM 4. Select an option for importing a single contact file, card. multiple contact files, or all contact files, and select OK. 3. Select a memory location. If you have more than one 5.
Page 82: Task
2. Select Tap to create event or press [ ] → Create. 3. Select an event to view its details. 3. Enter the details of the event as required. You can send the event to others by pressing [ 4. Select Save. →...
Page 83: Memo
To create a task: To create a memo: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Task. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Memo. 2. Select Create task or press [ ] → Create to create 2. If a memo has been saved, select Create memo or a task.
Page 84: Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder You can send the voice memo to others by pressing ] → Share. You can use your phone’s voice recorder to record and play voice memos. To record a voice memo: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Voice recorder. 2.
Page 85: Web
Internet You can access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You might incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. For details, contact your service provider. • Available icons can vary depending on your region. To browse web pages: 1.
Page 86 2. Navigate web pages using the following keys Number Function Enter the web address of the web page that you want to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages, and recent internet history. While browsing web pages, you can use the following options: •...
Page 87 More → Print to print the current web page or screen • Go to next page in history: Press [ ] → Forward. using a connected printer. Your phone is only compatible with Samsung printers. ] → • Bookmark the current web page: Press [ More → Add bookmark.
Page 88 3. Select and say a keyword into your phone’s • Open web page in new window: Select Open in new microphone. The phone searches for information and window. web pages related to the keyword. • Edit bookmark details: Select Edit bookmark. To bookmark your favourite web pages: •...
Page 89: Google Maps
Google Maps™ • View a list of all search results: Select • Search for location by voice: Select You can use Google Maps to find your location, search the • Zoom in or out: Select online map for streets, cities, or countries, and get •...
Page 90 6. Select . The route is indicated on the map. To view 5. Press [ ] → See map. Your friends’ locations are only a single part of the route, select indicated by their photos on the map. 7. When you are finished, press [ ] →...
Page 91: Google Search
Navigation • Starred Places: Select your destination from your list of starred places. You can use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance. Google Search This feature might not be available depending on your You can search for information on you phone or on websites region or service provider.
Page 92: Samsung Apps
3. Select More → Share and select an option. To upload videos to YouTube: Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of applications directly to your phone. Featuring 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → YouTube.
Page 93: Market
• For details, please visit www.samsungapps.com. reading materials. This feature might not be available depending on 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Samsung Apps. your region and service provider. 2. Search for an download applications as required. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Readers Hub.
Page 94: News & Weather
3. Select an image of reading material. You can change the location to view the weather ] → information for another region. Press [ 4. Search for and download reading material from the Settings → Weather settings and clear the online store.
Page 95: Zoom Pass
Zoom Pass You can securely send and receive money using your phone. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Zoom Pass. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Page 96: Connectivity
Bluetooth. If the phones 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 using the Bluetooth wireless feature.
Page 97 OK. Alternatively, select Accept to match the PIN • Some devices, especially those that are not tested between your phone and the device. or approved by Bluetooth SIG, might not be When the owner of the other device enters the same compatible with your phone.
Page 98: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 3. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device. To receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature: You can use your phone’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standards.
Page 99 To find and connect to a WLAN: 4. Select Save. • In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → To connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wireless and network → Wi-Fi settings. (WPS): The phone will automatically search for available Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network.
Page 100: Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct To send data via a WLAN: 1. Select a file or item, such as a memo, media file, or web You can use the WLAN Direct feature to connect to devices address, from an appropriate application or from My via a WLAN without requiring an access point.
Page 101: Allshare
AllShare 3. Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA feature: You can use the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) service to share media files between DLNA-enabled phones Option Function in your home over a WLAN. Device name Enter a name for your phone as a media server.
Page 102: Mobile Network Sharing
To play your files on another DLNA-enabled phone: 3. Select a phone as the media server (the one that contains media files). 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → AllShare. 4. Select a media category and a file. 2. Select My device. 5.
Page 103: Gps
3. Select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to activate the WLAN 2. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → hotspot. Wireless and network → Tethering and portable hotspot. 4. Select Configure portable Wi-Fi hotspot to customise the WLAN hotspot. 3. Select USB tethering to activate the USB tethering feature.
Page 104: Pc Connections
To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your phone in the 2. Adjust the following settings to activate the location following conditions: services: • Between buildings, in tunnels or underground passages, Option Function or inside buildings. Use wireless Set to use WLAN and/or mobile networks •...
Page 105 The file directory of the memory card will appear as a removable disk, separate from the internal memory. Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website 1. If you want to transfer files to or from a memory card, (www.samsung.com).
Page 106 8. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. Your phone should already be configured with internet access. If you have trouble accessing the 9. When you are finished, select Disconnect storage internet, you need to edit the connections. If you are from PC.
Page 107 Option Function Option Function Set VPN Enter the IP address of the VPN server. Set CA Select a certificate authority (CA) server certificate certificate that the VPN server uses to identify you. You can import certificates Enable Set to encrypt the VPN server. from the VPN server or download them Encryption from the web.
Page 108: Tools
Clock tools You can set and control alarms for important events and set various world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and the desk clock. To set a new alarm: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Clock → Alarm. ] →...
Page 109 • To repeat the alarm after a specified length of time, drag To apply the summer time to the clocks, tap and hold to the left. a clock and select DST settings. To delete an alarm: To use the stopwatch: 1.
Page 110: Calculator
To use the desk clock Option Function The desk clock displays the current time and date and the Reset to Reset the desk clock settings to the weather. default factory default values. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Clock → Desk Dock settings Set to use the connected dock’s speaker clock.
Page 111: Downloads
3. To open a file, select the file. Rotate the phone counter-clockwise to the landscape To delete a file, select the checkbox and then select view to use the scientific calculator. If you deactivated Delete. auto rotation, press [ ] → Scientific calculator. Kies air To view the calculation history 1.
Page 112: Mini Diary
3. Change the following options: 2. Enter the web address displayed by Kies air in the browser on your PC. Option Function When connected, you will see your phone’s data on the PC’s web browser. Access Set to receive authorization requests request from other devices while your device is 3.
Page 113: My Files
To view a Mini diary: • Delete files or folders: Select Delete. • Change view mode: Select View by. 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Mini Diary. • Sort files or folders: Select List by. 2. Select a diary. •...
Page 114: Task Manager
5. Enter a name for the document and select the saving • Amount of memory used by applications: Select location. Downloaded to view the total amount of memory used by applications installed on your phone. 6. Select Save. • Manage RAM on phone: Select RAM to check and To open a document: manage the RAM on your phone.
Page 115: Voice Search
Voice Talk 2. If you are launching this application for the first time, read the help information, and select Next → I Agree → You can use the voice command feature provided by Voice Finish. talk to dial a number, send a message, write a memo, or 3.
Page 116: Settings
Settings settings To access the Settings menu: 1. In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings. 2. Select a setting category and then select an option. Wireless and Network Change the settings for wireless network connections. Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your phone. You can only use non-network services.
Page 117 • Disconnect Wi-Fi Direct: Deactivate the WLAN Direct p. 94 feature. Tethering and portable hotspot Kies via Wi-Fi • USB tethering: Activate the USB tethering feature to Connect your phone to Samsung Kies via a WLAN. share your phone’s mobile network connection with PCs...
Page 118: Call
via USB. When connected to a PC, your phone is used • Data roaming: Set the phone to connect to another as a wireless modem for a PC. ► p. 92 network when you are roaming or when your home network is not available.
Page 119 • Outgoing call vibration: Set the phone to vibrate • Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another when the other party answers the call. number. • Call status tones: Activate or deactivate the call • Additional settings: connection tone, minute minder tone, or call end •...
Page 120: Sound
• Voicemail service: Select your service provider or set • Video call ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to another provider to receive voicemail messages. incoming video calls. • Voicemail: Enter the number to access the voicemail • Notification ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to service.
Page 121: Display
Display • Auto-rotate screen: Set whether or not to rotate the content automatically when the phone is rotated. Change the settings for the display. • Animation: Set the phone to display animation when • Screen display: you switch between windows. •...
Page 122: Power Saving Mode
• Gyro sensor calibration: Calibrate the gyroscope so • Turn off Bluetooth: Deactivate the Bluetooth feature that your phone can correctly recognize rotation. when not in use. • Turn off GPS: Deactivate the GPS feature when not in • Place the phone on a stable surface during use.
Page 123 • Use GPS satellites: Set to use the GPS satellite to find • Change SIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access your location. the SIM data. • Use sensor aiding: Set to use sensors to enhance • SIM Change Alert: Activate or deactivate the mobile pedestrian positioning when the GPS signal is tracker feature that helps you locate your phone when it obstructed.
Page 124: Applications
If you do not select this option, you can only download applications from the Android Market. • Samsung Apps: Select a network connection (Wi-Fi or packet switched data network) to get notifications about • Manage applications: Access the list of the applications new applications from Samsung Apps.
Page 125: Accounts And Sync
Accounts and Sync • Tilt: Set to zoom in or out while viewing images in Gallery or browsing web pages when you tap and hold Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage two points with your fingers and then tilt the phone back accounts for synchronisation.
Page 126: Storage
• Automatic restore: Set to restore your settings and • Select Input Method: Select a default keyboard type for application data when the applications are reinstalled on text input. your phone. • Swype: • Factory data reset: Reset your settings to the factory •...
Page 127 • Keypad sweeping: Enable or disable the keypad • Version: View the version information. sweeping feature for the text input mode. You can • Samsung keypad: switch between input modes by scrolling left or right • Portrait keypad types: Select the default input on the keypad.
Page 128: Voice Input And Output
• Hide offensive words: Hide offensive words that when you double-tap the space bar. your phone has recognised from the voice search results. • Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. • Auto-punctuation: Set to automatically insert punctuation marks when needed.
Page 129 • Voice command help: Access help information for • Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for using the voice command feature. an example. Install voice data for using the text-to- speech feature. • Social settings: Change the settings for accessing community websites.
Page 130: Accessibility
Date and Time • Engines: View the text-to-speech engines downloaded from Android Market. Select Samsung Access and alter the following settings to control how time TTS or Pico TTS. and date are displayed on your phone: Accessibility • Automatic: Automatically update the time when you move across time zones.
Page 131: Troubleshooting
troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile phone, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. When you turn on your phone or while you are using the Code Try this to solve the problem: phone, it prompts you to enter one of the following Your SIM card is blocked, usually as a result codes: of entering your PIN incorrectly several...
Page 132 • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to reception, you might lose reception. Move to another your local Samsung Service Centre. area and try again. • You cannot access some options without a subscription.
Page 133 Calls are being dropped Others cannot hear you speaking on a call When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, • Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone. you might lose your connection to the network. Move to •...
Page 134 Error messages appear when launching the FM radio Your phone is hot to the touch The FM radio application on your Samsung phone uses the When you use applications that require more power or use headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset connected, applications on your phone for an extended period of time, the FM radio will be unable to receive radio stations.
Page 135 Bluetooth range (10 metres). • If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Some music files might not play on your Samsung phone for Samsung Service Centre. a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when...
Page 136: Health And Safety Information
Getting the Most Out of Your Reception health and safety Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength information The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon.
Page 137: Knowing Radio Frequency Safety
Knowing Radio Frequency Safety Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance The design of your phone complies with updated NCRP There are several simple guidelines for operating your standards described below. In 1991-92, the Institute of phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service. Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the •...
Page 138: Maintaining Safe Use Of And Access To Your Phone
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your • Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and re-dial. Phone • When available, use a hands-free phone. Failure to follow the instructions outlined may lead to serious •...
Page 139: Following Safety Guidelines
Following Safety Guidelines with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in a given area. Turn your phone off Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical phones, in areas where use is forbidden or when it may cause such as pacemakers and hearing aids, to determine if they interference or danger.
Page 140: Turning Off Your Phone In Dangerous Areas
Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas • Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle’s engine. To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off your phone when in a blasting area or in other areas with signs Never transport or store flammable gas, liquid or indicating that two-way radios should be turned off.
Page 141: Caring For The Battery
The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery’s performance. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND • Use only Samsung approved batteries and desktop POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE.IMPORTANT SAFETY chargers. These chargers are designed to maximize INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE battery life.
Page 142: Acknowledging Special Precautions And Industry Canada Notice
Disposal of Lithium Ion (LiIon) Batteries • The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long period of time. For safe disposal options of your LiIon batteries, contact • It’s best to replace the battery when it no longer provides your nearest service center.
Page 143: Specific Absorption Rates (Sar) For Wireless Phones
chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more cause damage or a defect to the phone.
Page 144: Owner's Record
The SAR value of a phone is the result of an extensive The highest reported SAR values of the I9100M are: testing, measuring and calculation process. It does not GSM850: Head: 0.11 W/Kg; Body-worn: 0.49 W/Kg represent how much RF the phone emits. All phone models GSM1900: Head: 0.13 W/Kg;...
Page 145: Warranty Information
SAMSUNG Electronics Canada Inc. ("SAMSUNG") information warrants to the original purchaser ("Purchaser") that SAMSUNG's phones and accessories ("Products") are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of...
Page 146 (iii) the battery has been illegible; (c) any plastic surfaces or other externally exposed used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal use; (d) which it is specified.
Page 147 Product, call Samsung Customer Care at 1-800- PRODUCT "AS IS," AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO Samsung. Upon receipt, SAMSUNG will promptly repair or WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND THERE ARE replace the defective Product. SAMSUNG may, at NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY...
Page 148 TO YOU. THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE WHICH VARY FROM PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
Page 149 SAMSUNG. Accordingly, additional statements such as EQUIPMENT, WHETHER SUCH THIRD-PARTY dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED WITH THE do not constitute warranties by SAMSUNG and should not PRODUCT DISTRIBUTED BY SAMSUNG OR be relied upon.
Page 150 Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. ©2011 Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. SAMSUNG is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and its related entities. No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval. Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.
Page 151: Index
index AllShare Activating 86 Auto rejection 36 Connect to other devices 86 Call logs 37 Android Market Receive data 87 From Contacts 34 Download 29 Send data 86 International 33 Install applications 29 Making 33 Uninstall applications 29 Brightness Missed 36 Animation Calculator Options during video call 35...
Page 152 Capture photo 46 Group 69 View photo 57 Cartoon mode 50 Import/Export 70 View video 58 Panoramic photo 49 Namecard 68 Game Hub Preset options for scenes 48 Current date and time Google Latitude Series of photos 50 Data Settings 50 Google Mail Synchronise automatically 31 Shortcut icons 55...
Page 153 Move items 17 Format 12 Settings 62 Remove items 17 Insert 11 Music Hub Remove 12 My Files Messages Indicator Icons Namecard Sending multimedia 39 Instant Messaging Sending text 38 News & Weather Viewing multimedia 39 Internet PC Connections Bookmark 77 Viewing text 39 PC Data Cable Browse 74...
Page 154 SIM card Motion 114 Self Service Lock 23 Power Saving Mode 111 Settings Privacy 114 Social Hub About Phone 119 Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi 106 Speed Dial Number Accessibility 119 Security 111 Accounts 114 Swype Sound 109 Applications 113 Task...
Page 155 Text Video Player WLAN 87 Copy 28 Play 55 WLAN Entering 25 Voice Commands Paste 28 WLAN Direct Voice Dialer Samsung keypad 27 YouTube Swype 25 Voice Recorder Zoom Pass Voice Search Touch Screen Control 15 Voicemail Lock/Unlock 16 Volume...

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