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  • Page 1 SM-C101 User Manual www.samsung.com...

  • 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 ™...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Switching to silent mode Talk Google+ Basics Messenger ChatON Indicator icons Using the touch screen Control motions Web & network Notifications Internet Quick setting panel Chrome Home screen Bluetooth Locked screen Screen Mirroring Using applications Samsung Link Applications screen Help Group Play...
  • Page 6 112 Video editor Expert 113 Story Album Smart 115 Music My mode 117 YouTube 118 Flipboard 119 Photo Suggest Camera: Shooting options and settings Application & media stores Customising shooting options EV (brightness) 120 Play Store ISO (sensitivity) 121 Samsung Hub...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 121 Samsung Apps 145 My device 122 Play Movies 157 Accounts 122 Play Music 158 More 161 Google Settings Utilities Troubleshooting 123 S Memo 126 S Planner 128 Dropbox Cleaning the device 129 Cloud 130 Clock 132 Calculator...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Headset jack Proximity/Light sensor Front camera Power button Earpiece Volume button Touch screen Home button Shutter button Menu button Back button Multipurpose jack Microphone IrLED Microphone for sound recording Speaker Zoom ring GPS antenna Lens AF-assist light Tripod mount Flash Memory card slot...

  • Page 9: Buttons

    Do not use the device if it 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. • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects, except when you are taking photos or videos.

  • Page 10: 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 11: 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. Only microSIM cards work with the device. Remove the battery cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the battery cover. Do not bend or twist the battery cover excessively.

  • Page 12: Battery

    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.

  • Page 13: Battery

    Getting started Slide the battery lock to the left to lock it. Replace the battery cover.

  • Page 14: Battery

    Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the battery cover. Slide the battery lock to the right to unlock it. Pull out the battery. Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. 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 17: 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 18: 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 19: Attaching A Hand Strap

    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 More Storage Format SD card Format SD card Erase everything.

  • Page 20: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. •...

  • Page 21: Locking And Unlocking The Device

    Getting started 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. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Icon Meaning New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated 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 24: Finger Gestures

    Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

  • Page 26: Control Motions

    Basics Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out. 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 My device...

  • Page 30: Notifications

    Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 31: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Rearranging items Adding an application icon On the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel...

  • Page 32: Setting Wallpaper

    Basics Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Edit page Moving a panel Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen.

  • Page 34: Using Applications

    Basics Rearranging panels Moving a panel Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen.

  • Page 35: Applications Screen

    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 36: Help

    To search for keywords, tap 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 37: Using The Samsung Keyboard

    Alphabets or Numbers and symbols, and then tap Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard. On the 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap repeatedly the key corresponding to the character. Set options for the Samsung keyboard. Delete a preceding character. Enter uppercase.

  • Page 38: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, tap and hold at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap Paste.

  • Page 39: 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 40: 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 41: 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 43: 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 44: 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 45: 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 46: Adding Contacts

    Communication • Contacts: Open the contacts list. • Memo: Create a memo. • Message: Send a message. • Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation. • Manage conference call: Have a private conversation with one party during a multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call.

  • Page 47: Receiving Calls

    Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press and hold the headset button.

  • Page 48: Ending A Call

    Communication Ending a call Tap End call to end a call. Or press the headset button. 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.

  • Page 50: Contacts

    Communication 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. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact...

  • Page 51: Importing And Exporting Contacts

    Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung Merge accounts Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Importing and exporting contacts Importing contacts Import/Export Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Import from USB storage.

  • Page 52: Sharing Contacts

    Communication Sharing contacts Import/Export Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts , and then take one of the following actions: • S earch: Search for contacts. • A dd to favourites: Add contacts to favourites. •...

  • Page 53: Messaging

    Communication Business card Create a business card and send it to others. Tap Set up my profile, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal address, and then tap Save. If user information has been saved when you set up the device, select the business card in ME, and then tap to edit.
  • Page 54 Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap Scheduled message. Set a time and date, and then tap OK. 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 55: Email

    Communication Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account.

  • Page 56: Reading Messages

    Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a 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 57: 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 58: 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 59: Google

    Communication Switching between chats Scroll left or right. Deleting chat history Chats are automatically saved. To delete the chat history, tap Clear chat history. 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 60: Chaton

    This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap Contact sync to manually sync contacts from the device.

  • Page 61: 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. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address.

  • Page 62: Chrome

    Web & network Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, use Downloads. (p. 137) Sharing webpages To share a webpage address with others, tap Share via.

  • Page 63: 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 Connections Bluetooth, and then drag the Bluetooth switch to the right.

  • Page 64: Screen Mirroring

    Web & network Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is Gallery. Open Gallery, select an image, tap Bluetooth, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices. After that, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device to receive the image. The transferred file is saved in the Bluetooth folder.

  • Page 65: Samsung Link

    To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more devices. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To get more details, tap Help.

  • Page 66: Group Play

    Web & network Managing contents on a web storage service Select a web storage service, and then view and manage your files. To download files from a web storage service, tap , select files, and then tap Done. To register web storage services to the device, tap Settings Registered storage , and then select a web storage service.

  • Page 67: Nfc

    Web & network and write a note or draw on the screen. All participants can see what you create. to view all shared images in mosaic layout. to select more images or documents. to view the group participants. Joining Group Play •...

  • Page 68: Beam

    Use this feature to send data, such as 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 69: Connecting To A Tv

    Web & network Connecting to a TV Connect to a TV to display the device’s screen onto a large surface and control the TV remotely with the device. Select a country and a region. Tap Set Up Now, and then follow the on-screen instructions to register the TV to the device.

  • Page 70: Camera: Basic Functions

    Camera: Basic functions Launching Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Tap Camera on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press and hold the Shutter button. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device. (p. 107) • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. •...
  • Page 71 Camera: Basic functions Learning icons The icons displayed on the preview screen provide information about current shooting options and settings. The icons listed in the table below are the most common. Icon Meaning Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure value ISO sensitivity Timer Flash Macro...

  • Page 72: Taking Photos

    Camera: Basic functions Taking photos Half-press the Shutter button to focus on the subject. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. Press the Shutter button to take the photo. Or, tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green.

  • Page 73: Viewing Photos And Videos

    Camera: Basic functions Viewing photos and videos To view taken photos or videos, tap the gallery icon. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image. (p. 107) Using the zoom ring Zooming in and out Rotate the zoom ring clockwise to zoom in or anticlockwise to zoom out. •...

  • Page 74: Taking Photos Or Videos With Voice Commands

    Camera: Basic functions Adjusting the focus While half-pressing the Shutter button, rotate the zoom ring to adjust the focus. Launching Camera or Gallery On the Home screen, rotate the zoom ring to access the quick launch screen for the camera and gallery.

  • Page 75: Taking Photos Or Videos With Filter Effects

    Camera: Basic functions Taking photos or videos with filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode. • N o effect: Do not apply an effect. •...

  • Page 76: Reducing Camera Shake

    Camera: Basic functions Reducing camera shake Use the Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) feature to reduce or eliminate blurriness from camera shake. In expert mode, tap OIS (anti-shake), and select an option. Before correction After correction Using face detection Taking a smile shot The camera automatically detects a smiling face, and releases the shutter.

  • Page 77: Tips For Taking Clearer Photos

    Camera: Basic functions Detecting eye blinking If the camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes more photos in succession. In expert mode, tap Face detection Blink detection. Aim the camera at a human subject. When the camera detects a human face, a white frame appears around the face.
  • Page 79 Camera: Basic functions Keeping the subject in focus Focusing on the subject may be difficult in the following conditions: • W hen the contrast between the subject and background is low. For example, the subject is wearing clothing that is similar in colour to the background. •...
  • Page 80 Camera: Basic functions When taking photos in low-light conditions • T urn the flash on to take photos in low-light conditions. (p. 101) • A djust the ISO sensitivity. (p. 97) When subjects are moving rapidly Use the continuous shooting option to take photos of moving subjects. (p. 85) To take several photos continuously, use memory cards with faster writing speeds (micro SDHC Class10 or higher).

  • Page 81: Camera: Shooting Modes

    Camera: Shooting modes Auto Use this to take photos with scene modes selected automatically by the camera. In this mode, the camera recognises surrounding conditions and automatically adjusts factors that contribute to exposure, including the shutter speed, aperture value, metering, and white balance.

  • Page 82: Expert

    Camera: Shooting modes Expert Use this to take photos and videos with manual adjustment of various shooting options, including the shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, and ISO sensitivity. Rotate to change the value for the Rotate to select a shooting option.

  • Page 83: Manual Mode

    Camera: Shooting modes Colour wizard mode This mode lets you adjust the colour by changing the EV (brightness), colour saturation, contrast, and sharpness manually. In this mode you can control the colour of your photos. Tap MODE Expert C, and set the desired shooting options. Manual mode This mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually.

  • Page 84: Smart

    Camera: Shooting modes Smart Use this to take photos with predefined settings for various scenes. Smart mode suggest Use this to take photos with one of the smart modes that the camera automatically suggests. Tap MODE Smart Smart mode suggest. Half-press the Shutter button, select a mode from the suggested list, and then press the Shutter button to take a photo.
  • Page 85 Camera: Shooting modes Continuous shot Use this to take a series of photos of moving subjects. Tap MODE Smart Continuous shot. While holding the camera steady, press and hold the Shutter button to take several photos continuously. To take several photos continuously, use memory cards with faster writing speeds (micro SDHC Class10 or higher).
  • Page 87 Camera: Shooting modes Macro Use this to take photos of very close subjects. Tap MODE Smart Macro. Hold the camera steady to prevent blurry photos. Food Use this to take photos of food in more colourful tones. Tap MODE Smart Food.
  • Page 88 Camera: Shooting modes Action freeze Use this to take photos of subjects moving at high speed. Tap MODE Smart Action freeze. Use in bright daylight is recommended. Rich tone(HDR) Use this to take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. The camera automatically takes several photos with various exposure values, and then merges them into one photo.
  • Page 89 Camera: Shooting modes • T his feature may be affected by camera shake, lighting, movement of the subject, and shooting environment. • T he flash is disabled in this feature. • W hen taking a photo of moving subjects, an afterimage may appear. •...
  • Page 90 Camera: Shooting modes • A void the following for best results: – Moving the camera too quickly or too slowly. – Moving the camera too little to take the next photo. – Moving the camera at irregular speeds. – Shaking the camera. –...
  • Page 91 Camera: Shooting modes Animated photo Use this to create a photo in which selected objects move by freezing or animating moving objects automatically detected by the camera. Tap MODE Smart Animated photo. Press the Shutter button to take a photo. Tap Animate or Freeze, and then rub the screen to animate or freeze the detected moving objects.
  • Page 92 Camera: Shooting modes Eraser Use this to erase moving objects in the background. Tap MODE Smart Eraser. Press the Shutter button to take a series of photos. The camera erases traces of movement from a moving object. To restore the original photo, tap Show moving objects, tap the highlighted area, and then tap Save.
  • Page 93 Camera: Shooting modes Silhouette Use this to take photos of dark shapes against a light background. Tap MODE Smart Silhouette. To maximise the silhouette effect, take photos at a location that is bright. Sunset Use this to take photos of the sunset. Tap MODE Smart Sunset.
  • Page 94 Camera: Shooting modes Fireworks Use this to take photos of fireworks. Tap MODE Smart Fireworks. The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter speed when the camera takes photos. Make sure to use a tripod. Light trace Use this to take photos of the light trailing in low-light conditions. Tap MODE Smart Light trace.

  • Page 95: My Mode

    Camera: Shooting modes My mode Use this to register your favourite shooting modes and select them conveniently. You can register up to 5 modes. Tap MODE My mode Edit, and then select your favourite shooting modes. After completing your selection, tap Done to save it.

  • Page 96: Camera: Shooting Options And Settings

    Camera: Shooting options and settings Customising shooting options Various shooting options are provided with your camera. With them, you can take more customised photos and videos. to access shooting options. Depending on the mode selected, you may tap Select an option, and then save it. •...

  • Page 97: Iso (Sensitivity)

    Camera: Shooting options and settings • W hen taking a photo, if the appropriate exposure value cannot be decided, use the AE BKT option to take multiple photos with different exposure values. • T aking photos with higher exposure value may result in blurry photos due to the slower shutter speed.

  • Page 98: Wb (Light Source)

    Camera: Shooting options and settings WB (light source) White balance represents the light source that influences on the colour of a photo. The colour of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the colour of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, or adjust colour temperature manually.

  • Page 99: Metering

    Camera: Shooting options and settings Examples Auto WB Daylight Cloudy Tungsten Metering The metering mode refers to the method the camera measures the quantity of light. The camera measures the amount of light in a scene, and in many of its modes, uses the measurement to adjust various settings.

  • Page 100: Drive Mode

    Camera: Shooting options and settings • S pot: The camera calculates the amount of light in the centre. When you take a photo in conditions where there is a strong backlight behind a subject, the camera adjusts the exposure to shoot a subject correctly. •...

  • Page 101: Flash

    Camera: Shooting options and settings Flash To take a realistic photo of a subject, the amount of light should be constant. When the light source varies, you can use a flash and supply a constant amount of light. Flash, and select an option. •...

  • Page 102: Focus Area

    Camera: Shooting options and settings Focus area Use this option to change the positions of the focus area. Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are a lot of subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus. To prevent unwanted subjects from being in focus, change the focus area so that a desired subject is in focus.

  • Page 103: Photo Size

    Camera: Shooting options and settings Photo size As you increase the resolution, your photo will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase.

  • Page 104: Timer

    Camera: Shooting options and settings Timer Use this option for delayed-time shots. Timer, and select an option. Press the Shutter button to start the timer. The camera takes photos after a specified length of time. Press the Shutter button to cancel the timer. OIS (anti-shake) Use the Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) option to reduce or eliminate blurriness from camera shake.

  • Page 105: Video Recording Options

    Camera: Shooting options and settings Video recording options , and configure the settings for video recording. • M ovie size: Select a resolution for videos. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory. • M ulti motion: Set the playback speed of videos. If you select an option other than x1, sound will not be recorded.
  • Page 106 Camera: Shooting options and settings • A uto screen off: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. • R eview: Briefly display photos or videos taken. • D ate/time Imprint: Use this to imprint the date and/or the time on the photos when taking them.

  • Page 107: Media

    Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders.

  • Page 108: Playing Videos

    • C opy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard. • P rint: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. • R ename: Rename the file. • B uddy photo share: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image.

  • Page 109: Modifying Images

    Media Modifying images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • R otate: Rotate the image. • C rop: Crop the image. • C olour: Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image. • E ffect: Apply effects to the image. •...

  • Page 110: Paper Artist

    Media Tagging faces Settings, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face on an image. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages.

  • Page 111: Video

    Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video 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 the encoding method used. Playing videos Select a video to play.

  • Page 112: Video Editor

    Media Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move the player, drag the player to another location.

  • Page 113: Story Album

    Media Trimming segments of a video Select a frame to split, move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, tap Done, and then save the video. Splitting videos Select a frame to split, drag it to the split point, tap Split Done and then save the video.
  • Page 114 • S hare via: Send the album to others. • P rint: Print the album via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. • O rder photo book: Place an order for a printed album.

  • Page 115: Music

    Media To start a slideshow, tap Slideshow Start slideshow. To set the image as an album cover image, tap Set as cover. To rotate the image anticlockwise, tap Rotate left. To rotate the image clockwise, tap Rotate right. Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen.

  • Page 116: Setting A Song As Ringtone

    Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Settings Smart Volume. When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing.

  • Page 117: 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 118: Flipboard

    Media Sharing videos Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method. Uploading videos Select your account, tap , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.

  • Page 119: Photo Suggest

    Media Photo Suggest Use this application to view photos taken by other users of points of interest near your current location. Tap Photo Suggest on the Applications screen. Viewing photos Based on your current location, the device suggests photos of nearby places on a map. Search for a place and tap a thumbnail photo to view it in full screen.

  • Page 120: 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 121: Samsung Hub

    Managing content on the device Select a service category, scroll left, and then manage content on the device. Samsung Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit www.samsungapps.com . Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen.

  • Page 122: Play Movies

    Application & media stores Play Movies Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a category at the top of the screen, and then select a movie, TV programme, or video to play or rent.
  • Page 123 Utilities S Memo Use this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings. Tap S Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Create memos with enriched content by drawing sketches with your finger or adding images or voice memos. to write or draw on the screen, or tap to enter text with the keyboard.

  • Page 124: Memo

    Utilities When jotting down a memo, tap once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour. When erasing the handwritten memo, tap once more to change the eraser size or clear the memo. Save the current setting as a pen Change the pen type.

  • Page 125: Viewing A Memo

    To set the memo as a widget or wallpaper for the Home screen, tap Set as. To print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection, tap Print. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. To edit the memo, tap To play the voice recording, tap...

  • Page 126: S Planner

    Utilities S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen. Creating events or tasks , and then use one of the following methods: • A dd event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting. •...

  • Page 127: Syncing With Google Calendar

    Utilities Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the map that appears. Attach an image. Tap Images, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images. Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings Accounts...

  • Page 128: Dropbox

    Utilities Deleting events Select a date or event, and then tap Delete. Sharing events Select an event, tap Share via, and then select a sharing method. Dropbox Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computers that have Dropbox installed.

  • Page 129: Cloud

    Utilities Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings Accounts Cloud. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 130: 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 131: 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 132: 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 rotation is disabled, tap Scientific calculator. To see the calculation history, tap to hide the keypad.

  • Page 133: Voice Recorder

    Utilities Voice Recorder Use this application to record or play voice memos. Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen. Recording voice memos to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the top of the device. Tap to pause recording. Tap to finish recording.

  • Page 134: Voice

    Utilities Managing voice memos In the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following: • S hare via: Select voice memos to send, and then select a sharing method. • D elete: Select voice memos to delete. •...

  • Page 135: 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 136: Voice Search

    Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.

  • Page 137: Downloads

    Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications. Tap Downloads on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a file to open it with an appropriate application. To sort the files by size, tap Sort by size.

  • Page 138: 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 139: 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 140: 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 141: About Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.

  • Page 142: Data Usage

    Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. Tap Wi-Fi Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.

  • Page 143: More Networks

    Settings • S how Wi-Fi usage: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi. • M obile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi hotspots to prevent applications that are running in the background from using them. More networks Customise settings to control networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device.

  • Page 144: Nearby Devices

    • U pload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices. Screen Mirroring Activate the screen mirroring feature and share your display with others. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 145: My Device

    Settings My device Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. • S creen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected. • M ultiple widgets: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen. •...
  • Page 146 Settings • U nlock effect: Select an effect when you unlock the screen. • H elp text: Set the device to show the help text on the locked screen. • W ake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the screen is locked.
  • Page 147 Settings • F ont size: Change the font size. • T ouch key light duration: Set the duration for the touch button backlight. • D isplay battery percentage: Set the device to display the remaining battery life. •...

  • Page 148: Home Screen Mode

    Settings Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (standard or easy). Open camera Set the device to launch the camera when you turn on the device. Call Customise the settings for calling features. • C all rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone numbers to the reject list.
  • Page 149 Settings • C all accessories: – Automatic answering: Set the device to answer automatically after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected). – Automatic answering timer: Select the length of time that the device waits before answering calls.

  • Page 150: Blocking Mode

    Settings • I ncrease volume in pocket: Set the device to raise the ringtone volume when the device is in an enclosed, such as a bag or pocket. • V ideo call image: Select an image to be shown to the other party. •...

  • Page 151: Power Saving Mode

    Settings Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • C PU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. • S creen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. •...
  • Page 152 Settings • S how shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button. • M anage accessibility: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with other devices.

  • Page 153: 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 The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • A lphabets: Change the keyboard layout.
  • Page 154 – 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. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. Voice recogniser Select a voice recognition engine.
  • Page 155 Settings • S how body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message received while in driving mode. • W ake up command: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice.

  • Page 156: Pointer Speed

    Settings Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Motions and gestures Activate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. • M otion: – Direct call: Set the device to make a voice call by picking up and holding the device near your ear while viewing call, message, or contact details.

  • Page 157: Accounts

    Accounts Add account Add email or SNS accounts. 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. • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server.

  • Page 158: More

    Settings More Customise settings for location services, security, and other options. Location services Change settings for location information permissions. • A ccess to my location: Set the device to allow applications to use your current location information. • U se GPS satellites: Set the device to use the GPS satellite for finding the current location. •...

  • Page 159: Application Manager

    • R emote controls: Set the device 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.

  • Page 160: Date And Time

    Settings Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.

  • Page 161: Google Settings

    Settings About device Access device information and update device software. To view information on device labels, such as the IMEI number, serial number, or CE mark, tap Label. Google Settings Use this application to configure settings for some features provided by Google. Tap Google Settings on the Applications screen.

  • Page 162: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The subject’s eyes appear red Red eyes occur when the subject’s eyes reflect light from the camera flash. Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye fix. Photos have dust spots If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the flash.
  • Page 163 Troubleshooting Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between light and dark areas, the subject may appear too dark. • A void shooting toward the sun. •...
  • Page 164 Troubleshooting When the flash fires unexpectedly The flash may fire unexpectedly due to static electricity. The device is not malfunctioning. When the colours in the photo do not match the actual scene Select an appropriate white balance option to suit the light source. (p. 98) When the photo is too bright •...

  • Page 165: The Touch Screen Responds Slowly Or Improperly

    • 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. 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.

  • Page 166: Calls Are Being Dropped

    Troubleshooting Calls are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the network. Move to another area and try again. Outgoing calls are not connected • E nsure that you have pressed the Dial key. •...

  • Page 167: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Camera

    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: •...

  • Page 168: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    • 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 169: Cleaning The Device

    Cleaning the device Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a lens cleaning paper, and wipe gently. Do not press on the lens cover, or use a blower brush on the lens cover. Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device.
  • Page 170 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). 06/2013. Rev. 1.0...

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