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- Page 1 GT-I8730 User Manual www.samsung.com...
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Page 2: About This Manual
• A pplications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • S amsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software. -
Page 3: Instructional Icons
No part of this guide 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, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics. - Page 4 About this manual Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ ™ ™ ™ ™ • T he Android logo, Google , Google Maps , Google Mail , YouTube , Google Play ™...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting started Securing the device Upgrading the device Device layout Buttons Package contents Communication Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Phone Contacts Charging the battery Messaging Inserting a memory card Turning the device on and off Email Google Mail Holding the device... - Page 6 Wi-Fi FM Radio Bluetooth Data usage More settings Application & media stores 101 Home screen mode Play Store 101 Blocking mode Samsung Apps 102 Sound S Suggest 102 Display Game Hub 103 Storage 103 Power saving mode 104 Battery Utilities...
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Page 7: Getting Started
Getting started Device layout Microphone for Front camera speakerphone Earpiece Proximity/Light sensor Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Menu button Multipurpose jack Microphone Headset jack GPS antenna Flash Rear camera Volume button Back cover Main antenna Speaker... -
Page 8: Buttons
Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos. • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. •... -
Page 9: Package Contents
• A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • O ther accessories may not be compatible with your device. -
Page 10: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And
Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • O nly microSIM cards work with the device. • S ome LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider. - Page 11 SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se 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.
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Page 12: Removing The Sim Or Usim Card And Battery
Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. -
Page 13: Charging The Battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. - Page 14 • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
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Page 15: Inserting A Memory Card
Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • W hen you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •... -
Page 16: Removing The Memory Card
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data. -
Page 17: Turning The Device On And Off
Getting started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card →... -
Page 18: Holding The Device
Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. -
Page 19: Switching To Silent Mode
Getting started Switching to silent mode Use one of the following methods: • P ress and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode. • P ress and hold the Power button, and then tap Mute. •... -
Page 20: Basics
Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected... -
Page 21: Using The Touch Screen
Basics Icon Meaning Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • D o not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. - Page 22 Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
- Page 23 Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
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Page 24: Control Motions
Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. - Page 25 Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Holding to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
- Page 26 Basics Panning to move Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image.
- Page 27 Basics Double-tapping Double-tap the device to move to the top of a list of contacts or emails. Rotating While the screen is locked, tap and hold the screen, and then rotate the device to landscape orientation to launch the camera. To use this motion, on the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings →...
- Page 28 Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker). Shaking • S hake the device to search for Bluetooth devices, or computers in Kies via Wi-Fi. •...
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Page 29: Page Buddy
Basics Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Page Buddy Use this feature to use specific applications based on your actions. Pages related to your actions appear in the following conditions: •... -
Page 30: Home Screen
Basics • S creen rotation: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device. • B luetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • M obile data: Activate or deactivate the data connection. • B locking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will block notifications. -
Page 31: Setting Wallpaper
Basics Moving an item Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. -
Page 32: Using Applications
Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Opening from recently-used applications Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications. -
Page 33: Installing Applications
Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications → Uninstall, and then select an application to uninstall it. -
Page 34: Help
Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. - Page 35 Basics Entering uppercase before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice. Changing language keyboards Slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered.
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Page 36: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network
Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag to select more or less text, and then tap to copy or to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, place the cursor at the point where it should be inserted, and →... -
Page 37: Setting Up Accounts
Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device. -
Page 38: Transferring Files
Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. -
Page 39: Securing The Device
Basics Connecting as a media device Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP). Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed. -
Page 40: Setting A Pin
Basics Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern. Setting a PIN On the Applications screen, tap Settings →... -
Page 41: Upgrading The Device
Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software. -
Page 42: Communication
Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: • K eypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . •... -
Page 43: Finding Contacts
Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap . -
Page 44: Adding Contacts
Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to Contacts. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls. → View by, and then select an option. To filter a call log, tap Fixed dialling number The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. -
Page 45: Rejecting A Call
Communication Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the circle, or press and hold the headset button. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap Reject call with message. To create → Call settings → Set reject messages. the rejection message, tap Automatically rejecting calls from unwanted numbers →... -
Page 46: Video Calls
Communication Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video call. During a video call The following actions are available: • S witch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. •... -
Page 47: Contacts
Communication Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images. Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Creating a contact and enter contact information. -
Page 48: Editing A Contact
Communication Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact → Delete. Setting a speed dial number → Speed dial setting, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap Remove. Searching for contacts Use one of the following search methods: •... -
Page 49: Importing Contacts
→ Merge with Samsung. Contacts synced with Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list. If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from Samsung Contacts, and vice versa. Importing contacts →... -
Page 50: Contact Groups
Communication Contact groups Adding contacts to a group . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Select a group, and then tap Managing groups , and then take one of the following actions: • C reate: Make a new group. •... -
Page 51: Messaging
Communication Messaging Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messaging on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients:... -
Page 52: Email
Communication Viewing incoming messages Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s message. Listening to a voice message Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider. Email Use this application to send or view email messages. -
Page 53: Reading Messages
Communication Sending scheduled messages → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a While composing a message, tap time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • I f the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent. -
Page 54: Google Mail
Communication Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • T his application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 55: Talk
Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap , and then select the label to assign. Talk Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk. -
Page 56: Google
Communication Switching between chats Scroll left or right. Deleting chat history → Clear chat history. Chats are automatically saved. To delete chat history, tap Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. Tap Google+ on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 57: Chaton
Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create the buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts, or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. -
Page 58: Web & Network
Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. Opening a new page →... -
Page 59: Chrome
Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap → History → Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Saved pages →... -
Page 60: Bluetooth
• D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, and then drag... -
Page 61: Allshare Play
To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To →... -
Page 62: Group Play
Web & network Playing files on a remote device Select a device or web storage, select a file, tap , and then select a device. • S upported file formats may differ depending on connected devices as a media player. -
Page 63: Nfc
Web & network Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required applications. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna. -
Page 64: Beam
Use this feature to send data, such as music, videos, images, and documents. Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data. -
Page 65: Media
Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. -
Page 66: Camera
Media Setting a song as ringtone → Set as → Phone ringtone. To use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs. → Create playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap Add music, Tap Playlists, and then tap select songs to include, and then tap Done. -
Page 67: Taking Photos
Media Taking photos Taking a photo Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap to take the photo. Indicates which Switch between the storage is in use. front and rear camera. -
Page 68: Shooting Mode
Media • A utumn colour: Use this setting for red-shifted background scenery. • T ext: Use this setting for books or posters. • C andlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background. •... -
Page 69: Taking Videos
Media Taking videos Taking a video Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap to take a video. To stop recording, tap • M anual focus is not available in video mode. • T he zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution. Recording mode Switch between the Indicates which... -
Page 70: Zooming In And Out
Media to change recording mode. • N ormal: Use this mode for normal quality. • L imit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messaging. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: •... - Page 71 Media • E dit shortcuts: Reorganise shortcuts to frequently-used options. • G PS tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. • T o improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
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Page 72: Gallery
Media • M etering: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted measures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot measures the light value at a specific location. Matrix averages the entire scene. •... -
Page 73: Viewing Images
Media Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, the download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. -
Page 74: Deleting Images
• B uddy photo share: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image. • P rint: Print via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. • R ename: Rename the file. -
Page 75: Video Player
Media Video Player Use this application to play video files. Tap Video Player on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the device's software. • S ome files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Playing videos Select a video to play. -
Page 76: Youtube
Media YouTube Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Watching videos , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen. -
Page 77: Fm Radio
Media FM Radio Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. Tap FM Radio on the Applications screen. Listening to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio. - Page 78 Media Scanning radio stations → Scan, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen. Adding stations to the favourites list Scroll to a radio station, and then tap to add the station to the favourites list.
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Page 79: Application & Media Stores
Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword. -
Page 80: Samsung Apps
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them. -
Page 81: Game Hub
Application & media stores Game Hub Use this application to access games. Tap Game Hub on the Applications screen. Scroll left or right and select a game to download from Samsung Apps. -
Page 82: Utilities
Utilities S Memo Use this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings. Tap S Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Jot down or draw a memo. Undo and redo the last action. Switch to view mode. Hide the toolbar. - Page 83 Utilities Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. View more colours. Adjust the highlighter transparency. → Change background. To change the sheet background, tap Inserting images or a voice recording to insert multimedia files. Tap to insert a voice recording.
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Page 84: S Planner
To set the memo as a widget or wallpaper for the Home screen, tap → Print. The device is only To print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection, tap compatible with some Samsung printers. To edit the memo, tap the screen. To play the voice recording, tap S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. -
Page 85: Syncing With Google Calendar
Utilities To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place. -
Page 86: Dropbox
Utilities Changing calendar type Tap , and then select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others. A pinch gesture can be used to change calendar type. For example, pinch to change from the monthly calendar to the yearly calendar, and spread apart to change yearly calendar back to monthly calendar. -
Page 87: Cloud
Utilities Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. Tap Settings → Cloud on the Applications screen. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 88: Clock
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use as the desk clock. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and... -
Page 89: World Clock
Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time. Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. -
Page 90: Calculator
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen → Scientific calculator. rotation is disabled, tap To see calculation history, tap to hide the keypad. -
Page 91: Voice
Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the volume by dragging the volume bar up or down. • : Stop playback. •... -
Page 92: Google
Utilities Tips for better voice recognition • S peak clearly. • S peak in quiet places. • D o not use offensive or slang words. • A void speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak. -
Page 93: Voice Search
Utilities Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now →... -
Page 94: Downloads
Utilities In a folder, tap , and then use one of the following options: • S elect all: Select all files to apply the same option to them at once. • C reate folder: Create a folder. • S earch: Search for files. •... -
Page 95: Travel & Local
Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations , enter an address, and then tap . -
Page 96: Local
Travel & local Getting directions for a destination , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: • M y current location: Use current location for starting location. • C ontacts: Select from the contacts list. •... -
Page 97: Navigation
Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. • N avigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving. -
Page 98: Settings
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap •... -
Page 99: Bluetooth
Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation. -
Page 100: Flight Mode
Settings Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Mobile networks • M obile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. • D ata roaming: Use the device to connect to another network when you are roaming or your home network is not available. -
Page 101: Home Screen Mode
• U pload from other devices: Set to accept uploads from other devices. AllShare Cast Activate the AllShare Cast feature and share your display with others. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network. Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (basic or easy). Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. -
Page 102: Sound
Settings Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • V olume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • V ibration intensity: Adjust the force of the vibration notification. •... -
Page 103: Storage
Settings • A uto-rotate screen: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned. • S creen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. • S mart stay: Set to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display. -
Page 104: Battery
Settings Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Location services Change settings for GPS functionality. • U se wireless networks: Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks for finding the current location. -
Page 105: Security
Settings – Clock: Set to show the clock on the locked screen. – Dual clock: Set to show the dual clock on the locked screen. – Weather: Set to show weather information on the locked screen. – Help text: Set to show the help text on the locked screen. –... - Page 106 • R emote controls: Set to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account.
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Page 107: Language And Input
• D ownload offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap • P ortrait keyboard types: Change the keyboard layout. • I nput languages: Select languages for text input. - Page 108 – Key-tap vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. – Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • T utorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
- Page 109 Settings • S how body of message: Set to view the text of a new message received while in driving mode. • W ake up command: Set to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice.
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Page 110: Cloud
Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. -
Page 111: Accessory
Settings • D ouble tap to top: Set to move to the top of a list of contacts or email messages when you double-tap the device. • T ilt to zoom: Set to zoom in or out while viewing images in Gallery or browsing webpages, when you tap and hold two points with your fingers and then tilt the device back and forth. -
Page 112: Date And Time
Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset. • A utomatic date and time: Automatically update the time and date when moving across time zones. -
Page 113: Developer Options
Settings • A ccessibility shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button. • T alkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback. • F ont size: Change the font size. •... -
Page 114: About Device
Settings • W ait for debugger: Set to prevent the selected application from loading until the debugger is ready. • S how touches: Set to show the pointer when you touch the screen. • S how pointer location: Set to show the coordinates and traces of the pointer when you touch the screen. -
Page 115: Troubleshooting
• R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. -
Page 116: Calls Are Being Dropped
Troubleshooting 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 the Power button for 8-10 seconds. -
Page 117: Audio Quality Is Poor
Troubleshooting Audio quality is poor • E nsure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna. • W hen you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected •... -
Page 118: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Camera
Contact a Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: •... -
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• I f you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • E nsure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer. - Page 120 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (EU). 02/2013. Rev. 1.1...
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