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  • Page 1 Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com English (EU). 12/2011. Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 GT-B5512 user manual...
  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    SAR values can be found in the SAR information section of this manual. www.sar-tick.com 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.
  • Page 4: Instructional Icons

    Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 5 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ●...
  • Page 6 ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, ● Inc. worldwide. ® Wi-Fi , the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are ● registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of ●...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ............. 10 Unpack ..................10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ......11 Charge the battery ............... 13 Insert a memory card (optional) ........15 Attach a hand strap (optional) .......... 17 Getting started ............18 Turn your device on and off ..........
  • Page 8 Internet ................... 84 Maps ..................87 Latitude ................... 89 Places ..................89 Navigation ................90 YouTube .................. 91 Samsung Apps ..............92 Market ..................93 News & Weather ..............94 Connectivity ............95 Bluetooth ................95 Wi-Fi ..................97 Mobile network sharing ............. 99 GPS ..................
  • Page 9 PC connections ..............102 VPN connections ..............104 Tools ............... 106 Clock ..................106 Calculator ................107 Downloads ................107 Google Search ..............108 My files .................. 108 Polaris Office ................ 109 SIM Toolkit ................111 Task manager ..............112 Voice Search .................
  • Page 10 Date and time ..............124 About phone ............... 124 Troubleshooting ..........125 Safety precautions ..........131 Index ..............142 Contents...
  • Page 11: Assembling

    ● Battery ● Quick start guide ● Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. The items supplied with your device and available ● accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 12: Install The Sim Or Usim Card And Battery

    Install the SIM or USIM 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. To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.
  • Page 13 When you insert two USIM cards for a UMTS network into your device, the card in the secondary slot will be used for a GPRS network. SIM card 2 SIM card 1 The antenna is located in the upper area on the back of the device.
  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 15 If your device is not charging properly, bring your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.
  • Page 16: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.
  • Page 17: Remove The Memory Card

    Remove the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Replace the back cover. › Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
  • Page 18: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    › Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device. → Settings → SD card and phone In Idle mode, select storage → Unmount SD card →...
  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold [ ]. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and then select Power off →...
  • Page 20: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Earpiece Front camera lens Proximity sensor Touch screen Volume key Trackpad Home key Search key Menu key Back key QWERTY keyboard Multifunction jack Mouthpiece Headset jack GPS antenna Rear camera lens Power/Reset/Lock Speaker Back cover Main antenna...
  • Page 21: Key Function

    › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the quick menus (press and Reset hold); Reset the device (press and Lock hold for 8-10 seconds and release); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on the Menu current screen.
  • Page 22: Qwerty Keyboard

    › QWERTY keyboard The position, images, and functions of the keys may differ depending on your region. Function Enter numbers, letters, and Alphanumeric special characters. Shift Change case in a text input field. Use characters on the upper half of the keys in a text input field. Enter symbols in a text input Symbol field.
  • Page 23 › QWERTY keyboard shortcut key While using some applications, you can use the following shortcut keys: Application Shortcut key T]: Move to today’s date. ● A]: Change to the agenda view mode. ● D]: Change to the day view mode. Calendar ●...
  • Page 24 Application Shortcut key ]+[Y]: Move to the top of the page. ● ]+[U]: Move to the bottom of the page. ● ]+[N]: Open a new window. ● ]+[W]: Close the current window. ● ]+[B]: Open the list of saved bookmarks. ●...
  • Page 25: Indicator Icons

    › Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition No signal Signal strength Activated SIM or USIM card type GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Open WLANs available WLAN connected Bluetooth activated...
  • Page 26 Icon Definition Speakerphone activated Missed call Synchronised with the web Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated Wi-Fi tethering activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New Google Mail New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification...
  • Page 27: Use The Touch Screen

    Icon Definition Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Music playback in progress Music playback paused FM radio turned on in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time 10:00 Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or...
  • Page 28 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 29: Use The Trackpad

    Use the trackpad Your device’s trackpad lets you easily scroll through menu options or select items. Control your trackpad with the following actions: Drag: Tap and drag your finger up, down, left, or right to ● scroll through menu options. Press: Press once to select a highlighted menu option or ●...
  • Page 30: Move Items On The Idle Screen

    › Add items to the idle screen You can customise the idle screen by adding shortcuts to applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders. To add items to the idle screen, → Add or tap and hold the empty area on the Press [ idle screen.
  • Page 31: Use The Notifications Panel

    › Use the notifications panel In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open the notifications panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of notifications, such as messages, calls, events or processing status.
  • Page 32: Access Applications

    To add a new panel, select ● To change the order of the panels, tap and hold the ● thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the location you want. When you are finished, press [ Access applications To access your device’s applications, In Idle mode, select to access the application list.
  • Page 33: Access Recent Applications

    › Organise applications You can reorganise the applications in the application list by changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit your preferences and needs. → Edit. In the application list, press [ Tap and hold an application. Drag the application icon to the location you want.
  • Page 34: Customise Your Device

    › Set application shortcuts You can set application shortcuts that you can launch by ], or pressing [ ] and a letter at the same time. pressing [ To assign an application to [ Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 35: Change Your Ringtone

    › Turn on or off the touch tone In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound → Audible selection. › Adjust the volume of the ringtones Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone volume.
  • Page 36: Select A Wallpaper For The Idle Screen

    Select an image. Save or Set wallpaper → Select a SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. › Adjust the brightness of the display Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 37 Set an unlock pattern Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Location and security → Set screen lock → Pattern. See the on-screen instructions and example patterns and select Next. Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least 4 dots and select Continue.
  • Page 38: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    Find my mobile feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely. Settings...
  • Page 39: Switch Sim Or Usim Cards

    To create a Samsung account, select Sign up. Alert message recipients. Select Enter the password for your Samsung account again and select OK. Enter a phone number including a country code (with +). Enter the text message to be sent to the recipients.
  • Page 40 › Change the names and icons of the SIM or USIM cards Settings → SIM card manager. In Menu mode, select → Select a SIM or USIM card the name of the SIM or USIM card. Select icon → Select an icon.
  • Page 41: Enter Text

    Switch to Symbol mode. Insert a space. Clear your input. Start a new line. › Enter text using the Samsung keypad To use the Samsung keypad, open the application list and select Settings → Locale and text → On-screen keypad.
  • Page 42 Switch between Symbol/Number mode and ABC mode. Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language. Clear your input.
  • Page 43: Copy And Paste Text

    › Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. Place the cursor on the text you want to copy. Select Select word or Select all. Select Drag or to select the text you want.
  • Page 44: Download Applications From Android Market

    Function Cut the highlighted text onto the ]+[ ] clipboard. Copy the highlighted text onto the clipboard. Insert text from the clipboard. ]+[ ] Move the cursor to the beginning or ● end of the text by dragging your finger up or down while pressing [ ]+Trackpad Move the cursor to the beginning or...
  • Page 45: Download Files From The Web

    › Install an application Market. In Idle mode, open the application list and select If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept. Search for a file or application and download it. › Uninstall an application → From the Android Market home screen, press [ Apps.
  • Page 46: Synchronise Data

    To download files from the web, Internet. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search for a file or application and download it. To install applications downloaded from websites other than Android Market, you must select Settings → Applications Unknown sources →...
  • Page 47: Synchronise Data Manually

    › Activate automatic sync Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Accounts and sync. → Auto sync. Select Select an account. Select the applications you want to synchronise. To exclude applications from automatic synchronisation, clear the check boxes next to the applications you want. ›...
  • Page 48: Communication

    Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. › Make or answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end or reject calls.
  • Page 49: Call An International Number

    Answer a call When a call comes in, drag in any direction until it reaches the border of the circle. When the device is ringing, press the Volume key to mute the ringtone. End call. To end the call, select Reject a call When a call comes in, drag in any direction until it reaches...
  • Page 50: Use Options During A Voice Call

    › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options while a voice call is in progress: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select .
  • Page 51: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress: To switch between the front and rear camera lens, select ● Switch Camera. To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot ●...
  • Page 52 › Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode or call diverting. Use Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode In FDN mode, your device will restrict outgoing calls, except for the numbers stored in the FDN list. To activate FDN mode, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 53: View Call Logs

    Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. This feature is available only for calls. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings →...
  • Page 54: Messaging

    Messaging Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. ›...
  • Page 55: View A Text Or Multimedia Message

    Add recipients of your message. Enter phone numbers or email addresses manually, ● separating them with a semicolon or a comma. Select phone numbers or email addresses from the lists ● by selecting options under the recipient field. When you enter an email address, the device will convert the message as a multimedia message.
  • Page 56: Google Mail

    › 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. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to voice mail messages, →...
  • Page 57: View Email Messages

    Enter a name or address in the recipient field. Enter a subject and message. → Attach → To attach an image file, press [ a file. Select to send the message. › View email messages Google In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mail.
  • Page 58: Email

    Add a label to a message From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. Change labels. Select Select a label to add and select Filter messages → Go to labels. From the Inbox screen, press [ Select the label of the messages you want to view. Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account.
  • Page 59: Send An Email Message

    › Send an email message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email → an email account. → Compose. Press [ Add recipients of your message. Enter email addresses manually, separating them with a ● semicolon or a comma. Select email addresses from the lists by selecting ●...
  • Page 60: Talk

    › View an email message When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view new messages. After retrieving email messages, you can view them offline. Email → In Idle mode, open the application list and select an email account.
  • Page 61: Social Hub

    › Add friends to your friend list Talk. In Idle mode, open the application list and select The friend list shows all of your Google Talk contacts at a glance. → Add friend. Press [ Send Enter an email address of the friend and select invitation.
  • Page 62: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 pixels (3.2 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. To use this feature, you must first insert a memory card. The camera interface appears only in the landscape ●...
  • Page 63 › Capture a photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Switch between the front and rear camera lenses. Change the shooting mode.
  • Page 64 Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. The zoom function may be unavailable when shooting in the highest resolution. Select to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. After taking photos, select to view the taken photos. To view more photos, scroll left or right.
  • Page 65: Capture A Panoramic Photo

    › Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of their smiling faces. Camera In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Smile shot. Select Make any necessary adjustments.
  • Page 66: Customise Camera Settings

    › Customise camera settings → Before taking a photo, select to access the following options: Option Function Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Select the length of the delay before the Timer camera takes a photo. Resolution Change the resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according to White balance lighting conditions.
  • Page 67: Record A Video

    › Record a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Select to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Switch between the front and rear camera lenses.
  • Page 68: Customise Camcorder Settings

    Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. The zoom function may be unavailable when recording in the highest resolution. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed.
  • Page 69: Gallery

    → Before recording a video, select to access the following settings: Setting Function Display the guidelines on the preview Guidelines screen. Set the camera to display the recorded Review video. Reset Reset menus and recording options. Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your memory card.
  • Page 70: View A Photo

    › View a photo In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery. Select a folder. To change the view mode, select at the top right of the screen. Select a photo (with no icon) to view. While viewing a photo, use the following options: To view more photos, scroll left or right.
  • Page 71: Music

    Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Scan backward in a file. Move to a point of the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Scan forward in a file. Trim a segment of a video Music Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with the music player.
  • Page 72: Play Music

    Add music files to your memory card Start by transferring files to your memory card: Download from the wireless web. p. 84 ► ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 102 ► ● Receive via Bluetooth. p. 97 ►...
  • Page 73: Use The Party Shuffle Feature

    Number Function Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating one file, or repeating all files). Activate Shuffle mode. Open the playlist. Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). You can control the music player with a headset. In ●...
  • Page 74: Fm Radio

    › Customise music player settings Music. In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Select a category a music file. → Settings. Press [ Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option Function Set whether or not to activate the 5.1 channel virtual 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected.
  • Page 75: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Turn the FM radio off or on. Adjust the volume. Search for an available radio station. Fine-tune the frequency. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device.
  • Page 76 Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list. You can add a name for a radio station or remove a radio station; Tap and hold a radio station on the favourites list and select Remove or Rename. ›...
  • Page 77: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. › Create a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Create.
  • Page 78: Find A Contact

    Enter contact information. Save to add the contact to memory. Select › Find a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Scroll up or down on the contact list. You can also drag your finger along the index on the right side to quickly scroll through the list.
  • Page 79: Create A Group Of Contacts

    › Create your namecard In Idle mode, open the application list and select → My profile. Press [ Enter your own personal details. Save. Select You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
  • Page 80: Copy Contacts

    › Copy contacts To copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Import/Export → Import from SIM card. Press [ Select a SIM or USIM card. Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact.
  • Page 81: Calendar

    To export contacts from your device to a memory card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Import/Export → Export to SD card. Press [ Yes to confirm. Select › View the communication log You can view the communication log of calls, messages, email or SNS threads.
  • Page 82: View Events

    Enter the details of the event as required. Done. Select › View events To change the calendar view, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Day, Week, or Month. → Press [ To view events of a specific date, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar.
  • Page 83: Memo

    Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date. › Create a memo Memo. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Create memo. Select Enter your memo text. Done. If you are using the on-screen keyboard, select Select a colour to change a background colour.
  • Page 84: Record A Voice Memo

    › Record a voice memo Voice In Idle mode, open the application list and select recorder. Record to start recording. Select Speak into the microphone. Stop. When you are finished, select Your memo is saved automatically. Record again. To record more voice memos, select ›...
  • Page 85: Web

    Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. You may incur additional charges for accessing the ● web and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider.
  • Page 86 Number Function Enter the web address of a web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: To zoom in or out, select .
  • Page 87: Search For Information By Voice

    › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Internet. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select the URL input field. If you are using the on-screen keyboard, press [ Select and say a keyword into your device’s microphone.
  • Page 88: Maps

    To send the web address (URL) of the web page to others, ● select Share link. To copy the web address (URL) of the web page, select ● Copy link URL. Delete bookmark. To delete the bookmark, select ● To use the web page as your homepage of the browser, ●...
  • Page 89: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    Enter a keyword for the location and select To search for a location by voice, select . Select the location you want to view details. To view a list of all results for your search, select ● To zoom in or out, select or .
  • Page 90: Latitude

    Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view ™ friends’ locations via Google Latitude This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Latitude. In Idle mode, open the application list and select The device automatically joins Latitude. →...
  • Page 91: Navigation

    Select a place name to view its details. While viewing information, use the following options: Map. To view the place on the map, select ● Directions. To view the route to the place, select ● Call. To view the phone number of the place, select ●...
  • Page 92: Youtube

    Contacts : Select your destination from addresses of ● your contacts. Starred Places : Select your destination from the list of ● your starred places. YouTube Learn to view and share videos via YouTube. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 93: Samsung Apps

    Upload. Enter details of the upload and select Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of applications directly to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, health related applications and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile experience.
  • Page 94: Market

    In Idle mode, open the application list and select Samsung Apps. If you are launching this application for the first time, read the terms and conditions and select Accept. Search for and download applications as desired. Market You can download games, ringtones, or other applications from the Android Market.
  • Page 95: News & Weather

    News & Weather Learn to view the weather information and read top news and other news articles. › View the weather information News & In Idle mode, open the application list and select Weather. Weather at the top of the screen. Select Your device searches for your current location and displays the weather information.
  • Page 96: 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 97: Send Data Using The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    › Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and networks Bluetooth settings → → → Scan devices. Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK.
  • Page 98: Wi-Fi

    › Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and networks Bluetooth settings → → → Discoverable. Your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices for 120 seconds. When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK (if necessary).
  • Page 99: Activate The Wlan Feature

    › Activate the WLAN feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and networks → Wi-Fi settings → Wi-Fi. An active WLAN running in the background will consume battery power. To preserve battery power, activate the WLAN only when needed. ›...
  • Page 100: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network. To connect to a WLAN with a WPS button, Settings In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Wireless and networks →...
  • Page 101: Share Your Device's Mobile Network Via Usb

    Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings Configure → Select portable Wi-Fi hotspot to configure network settings to use your device as an access point. Option Function View and edit the device name that Network SSID will be shown to external devices. Security Select the security type.
  • Page 102: Gps

    USB tethering to activate the USB tethering Select feature. Your device shares the mobile network connection on your PC. To stop sharing the network connection, clear the check box next to USB tethering. The sharing method for the network connection may differ depending on the PC’s operating system.
  • Page 103: Pc Connections

    Samsung Kies program. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies). Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.
  • Page 104: Connect As A Mass Storage Device

    Copy files from the PC to the device. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information. › Connect as a mass storage device You can access the file directory of the memory card by using the device as a memory card reader.
  • Page 105: Vpn Connections

    VPN connections You can create virtual private networks (VPN) and connect to your private network securely through a public network, such as the internet. Your device should already be configured with internet access. If you have trouble accessing the internet, you need to edit connections.
  • Page 106 Option Function Enable L2TP Set to use the L2TP secret password. secret Set L2TP secret Enter the L2TP secret password. Select a user certificate that the VPN Set user server uses to identify you. You can certificate import certificates from the VPN server or download from the web.
  • Page 107: Tools

    Tools Clock Learn to use the clock display on the Idle screen, and set and control alarms for important events. › Use the clock display Clock. In Idle mode, open the application list and select While using the clock display, use the following features: To create or delete an alarm, select ●...
  • Page 108: Calculator

    › Delete an alarm Clock → In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select an alarm to delete. Delete → Select Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator.
  • Page 109: Google Search

    Google Search You can search for applications and data in your device and specific data on the web. Google In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search. If you are launching this application for the first time, set whether or not to view the search history of your Google account.
  • Page 110: Polaris Office

    Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the software of the device. If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error ● can occur when you open files. Playback quality may vary by content type. ● Some files may not play properly depending on how ●...
  • Page 111: Open A Document

    › Create a document Polaris In Idle mode, open the application list and select Office. Later or Read the information of registration and select Register → Select a document type. Create the document. Save. → When you are finished, press [ Enter a name for the document and select the saving location.
  • Page 112: Sim Toolkit

    Bookclip. → To bookmark the current page, press [ ● → To adjust the document to fit the screen, press [ ● Reflow text. → More → Send file. To send a file to others, press [ ● To customise the settings for displaying or managing ●...
  • Page 113: Task Manager

    Task manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications and memory information. Task In Idle mode, open the application list and select manager. Use the following options: Active applications : View the list of all the applications ●...
  • Page 114: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Settings. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a setting category and select an option. SIM card manager Access and alter the settings to control the network and the card settings for your device. p.
  • Page 115: Bluetooth Settings

    › Bluetooth settings Bluetooth : Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ● p. 95 ► Device name : Set a Bluetooth name for your device. ● Discoverable : Set your device to be visible to other ● Bluetooth devices. Scan devices : Search for available Bluetooth devices.
  • Page 116: Call Settings

    › Mobile networks Use packet data : Set to allow packet switched data ● networks for network services. Data roaming : Set the device to connect another network ● when you are roaming or your home network is not available. Access Point Names : Set up access point names (APNs).
  • Page 117: Sound

    › Video call image Select an image to be shown to the other party. › Own video in received call Set whether to show your live image or preset image to the other party. › Use call fail options Select whether or not to retry a voice call when a video call fails to connect.
  • Page 118: Display

    Ringtone ● Phone ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. Notification ringtone : Select a ringtone to alert you to events, such as incoming messages and missed calls. Audible selection : Set the device to sound when you ●...
  • Page 119: Customised Keys

    Optical trackpad sensitivity: Set the sensitivity of the ● trackpad. Customised keys Assign an application to [ ] to create a shortcut. You can launch the application by pressing [ p. 33 ► Location and security Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card, and GPS functionality.
  • Page 120: Applications

    SIM change alert : Activate or deactivate the Find my ● mobile feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen. p. 37 ► Alert message recipients : Add or edit recipients for the ● alert message. Remote controls : Set to control a lost device remotely via ●...
  • Page 121: Accounts And Sync

    USB debugging : This is for application development. When your device is connected to a PC with a USB cable, the USB debugging mode will be activated and Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Stay awake : Set the device’s screen to stay on while charging the battery.
  • Page 122: Privacy

    Privacy Change the settings for managing your settings and data. Back up my data : Back up your device’s settings to the ● Google server. Automatic restore : Set the device to restore applications’ ● data you backed up when they are installed in your device. Factory data reset : Reset your settings to the factory ●...
  • Page 123: Samsung Keypad

    : Activate the voice input feature to enter text ● by voice on the Samsung keypad. Auto-full stop : Set the device to insert a period when you ● double-tap the space bar. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● Settings...
  • Page 124: Voice Input And Output

    › Device keyboard Auto-replace : Set the device to automatically correct the ● misspelled words. Auto-cap : Set the device to automatically capitalise the ● first letter after a final punctuation mark, such as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark. Auto-punctuate : Set the device to insert a period when ●...
  • Page 125: Accessibility

    Speech rate : Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. ● Language : Select a language for the text-to-speech feature. ● Engines : View the text-to-speech engines in your device. ● Accessibility Accessibility : Activate an accessibility application you have ●...
  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: When the device lock feature is enabled, Password you must enter the password you set for the device.
  • Page 127: Calls Are Being Dropped

    If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your ● local Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold [ ] for 8-10 seconds and release.
  • Page 128: Audio Quality Is Poor

    Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. ● Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. ● Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone ● number you are dialling. Incoming calls are not connected Ensure that your device is turned on.
  • Page 129 Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the...
  • Page 130: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Fm Radio

    Contact a Samsung Service Centre. 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 ●...
  • Page 131: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are ● within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect...
  • Page 132: Safety Precautions

    For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorised service centre. 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 133 • Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated. • Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage •...
  • Page 134 If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your hearing aid. Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments •...
  • Page 135 • Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.
  • Page 136 Do not store your device on slopes If your device falls, it can be damaged. Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C.
  • Page 137: Reduce The Risk Of Repetitive Motion Injuries

    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 Centre. • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or fire.
  • Page 139 Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use...
  • Page 140 Keep your personal and important data safe • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. • When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.
  • Page 141: 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 142 ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.
  • Page 143: Index

    Index access codes 125 call waiting 52 alarms camera creating 106 capturing photos 62 deleting 107 customising camcorder 67 stopping 106 customising camera 65 recording videos 66 battery connections charging 13 installing 11 Bluetooth 95 PC 102 Bluetooth VPN 104 activating 95 WLAN 97 finding and pairing with...
  • Page 144 69 news & weather 94 viewing photos 69 PC connections Google Mail 55 mass storage 103 Google Maps 87 Samsung Kies 102 Google Search 108 phonebook creating contacts 76 Google Talk 59 creating groups 78 idle screen creating your namecard 78...
  • Page 145 accessibility 124 USIM card accounts and sync 120 installing 11 applications 119 locking 37 call settings 115 video player 69 date and time 124 videos display 117 playing 69 locale and text 121 recording 66 location and security 118 voice mail 55 privacy 121 SD card and phone voice memos...
  • Page 146 (name and signature of authorised person) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.

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