Page 1 S C H - R 5 3 0 A N D R O I D S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone and keep it for future reference. GH68_3XXXXA Printed in Korea...
Page 2: Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Page 3 Samsung device. During the testing, the device is tested with the security solutions to see if the solutions work with the device as described by the third party security solution providers.
Page 4 For complete statement of limited warranty, please refer to www.samsung.com/us/safe, available on the web and where Samsung smartphone and Galaxy Tab™ devices are sold. [101212]...
Page 5 Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Phone? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support ® The Bluetooth word mark, figure mark (stylized “B Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Your Google™ Account ....17 Creating a Samsung Account ... . . 18 Accounts ......42 Roaming .
Page 8 PC Connections ..... . . 122 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling ..198 Tethering ......125 UL Certified Travel Charger .
Page 9 Display / Touch-Screen ....199 GPS ....... 200 Emergency Calls .
Page 10: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1: Getting Started This section allows you to quickly start using your Samsung Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, SCH-R530 phone by installing the SIM and microSD cards, and may vary from your phone, depending on the...
Page 11: Text Conventions
Special Text Text Conventions In this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from the rest. This manual provides condensed information about how to These are intended to point out important information, share use your phone. To make this possible, the following text quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and conventions are used to represent often-used steps: more.
Page 12: Setting Up Your Phone
Setting Up Your Phone Caution! Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Before using your phone, you need to install the SIM card, Doing so may damage the cover. the microSD™ card, and the battery into their respective internal slots and compartment.
Page 13: Installing The Sim Card
Installing the SIM Card Installing the battery cover Align the cover (1) and press it firmly into place (2), When you subscribe to a 4G LTE cellular network, you are making sure it snaps into place at the corners. provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and many others features.
Page 14 SIM Card Limited Warranty 4. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket (as shown) until the card locks into place. Subject to the exclusions contained below, United States Cellular Corporation (“U.S. Cellular”) warrants to the original purchaser (“You” or “Your”) of the handset with which the SIM card was provided that the SIM card will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date You purchased the handset (the “Warranty...
Page 15: Installing A Memory Card
Removing the SIM Card RETAILERS SHALL BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, ECONOMIC, EXEMPLARY, 1. Remove the battery cover. PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, 2. Remove the battery. WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF REVENUE OR 3.
Page 16 Removing a Memory Card Important! Be sure to align the gold contact pins on the memory card with the phone’s contacts. Important! To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the phone. 1.
Page 17: Battery Indicator
Warning! Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and 3. Gently press down to secure the battery (2). batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life.
Page 18 Use only approved batteries and 2. Lift the battery up by the slot provided (1). chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details. Before using your phone for the first time, you must fully charge the battery. A discharged battery recharges fully in approximately 4 hours.
Page 19 1. Insert the USB cable into the device’s Charger/ 2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head. Accessory jack at the bottom of the device. Incorrect 3. Plug the charging head into a standard AC power outlet. The device turns on with the screen locked and Incorrect indicates both its charge state and percent of charge.
Page 20: Turning Your Phone On
4. When charging is finished, first unplug the charger’s power plug from the AC wall outlet, then disconnect the USB cable connector from the device. Important! If your handset has a touch screen display, please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a non-metallic stylus.
Page 21: Unlocking Your Phone
Unlocking Your Phone 1. If needed, press Press Home to wake the screen. 2. If there are no Notification alerts on your phone, swipe the screen to unlock it. The Home screen appears. Turning Your Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key (on the Note: If you have purchased your phone online, the first time upper right side of the device) for two seconds.
Page 22: Tty Mode
TTY Mode Checking Voicemail 1. Press Home, then touch Phone, then Your phone is fully TTY-compatible, allowing you to connect a touch and hold TTY device to the phone’s headset jack. Before you can use your phone with a TTY device, you’ll need to enable TTY 2.
Page 23: Your Google™ Account
Your Google™ Account Resetting your Google Account Password A Google account password is required for Google Your new phone uses your Google account to fully utilize its applications. If you misplace or forget your Google Account Android features, including Gmail, Google Maps, Google Talk, password, follow these instructions to reset it: and the Google™...
Page 24: Creating A Samsung Account
Creating a Samsung Account Roaming An active Samsung account is required to use applications When you travel outside your home network’s coverage area, such as AllShare Play and Media Hub. your phone can roam to acquire service on other compatible digital networks.
Page 25: Securing Your Phone
Securing Your Phone Unlocking the phone For information on unlocking your phone, see “Unlocking By default, the phone locks automatically when the screen Your Phone” on page 15. times out, or you can lock it manually. You can unlock the Unlocking with a Personal Screen Unlock Pattern phone using one of the default Unlock screens, or for increased security, use a personal screen unlock pattern, a...
Page 26: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone Features • Messaging Services – Text Messaging • 4.8-inch 1280x720 Super AMOLED HD touch screen – Picture Messaging • CDMA 1X/EV-DO Rev-A /LTE Wireless Technology – Video Messaging • 1.5 gigahertz dual-core processor – Voice Messaging ®...
Page 27: Front View
Front View 1. Earpiece: Use during calls to listen to callers. 2. LED Indicator: Flashes or glows to alert you to alert notifications or phone status. 3. Menu Key: Press to display options for the current screen. 4. Home Key: Press to display the Home screen, or Lock screen if the phone is locked.
Page 28: Side Views
Side Views 1. Volume Key: From the Home screen, touch to adjust Master Volume. During calls or music playback, press to adjust volume. Press to mute the ringtone of an incoming call. 2. USB Power/Accessory Port: Connect a USB cable for charging or to sync music and files.
Page 29: Back View
Back View 1. Noise cancelation microphone: Captures background noise that the phone uses to produce a quiet background during calls and video chats. 2. Camera Flash: Use when taking photos. 3. 8 Megapixel Camera Lens: Use when taking photos or recording videos.
Page 30: Navigation
Navigation Command Keys Menu Key Navigate your phone’s features using the command keys and the touch screen. Touch Menu to display a context-sensitive menu of options for the current screen or feature. Warning! Please note that a touch screen responds best to a Home Key light touch from the pad of your finger or a non- Press the...
Page 31: Motions
Motions Swipe Finger Motions Swipe your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. For example: Touch • Unlocking the screen Touch items to select or launch them. For example: • Scrolling the Home screen or a menu • Touch the on-screen keyboard to enter characters or text. •...
Page 32 Motions • Double tap to top: When this option is set to On, a double tap on the top of the phone takes you to the top of the list. Your phone recognizes motion, to allow you to navigate and access features by moving the phone in specific patterns.
Page 33 • • Tilt to zoom: When this option is set to On, touching and holding Pan to move icon: When this option is set to On, touching and with your thumbs on the screen while in Gallery or Internet, then holding on the screen, then moving the phone in a side-to-side tilting the phone forward and back causes the screen to zoom in motion, moves a highlighted icon to a new location on the Home...
Page 34: Hand Motions
Hand motions • Turn over to mute/pause: When this option is set to On, turning the phone screen-down automatically mutes incoming call Use your hand to swipe across the screen, or cover the ringtones and alerts sounds. screen. • Palm swipe to capture: When this option is set to On, swiping the screen with the side of your hand (left to right, or right to left) captures a screen shot.
Page 35: Notifications
Notifications • Palm touch to mute/pause: When this option is set to On, covering the screen with your hand mutes or pauses media playback. Notifications shows information about connections, alerts and other items. 1. Touch and drag downward from the top of the screen to display notifications.
Page 36: Quick Settings Menu
Quick Settings Menu • Blocking mode: Enable or disable the Blocking mode setting, to control which notifications you receive. For more information, Use Quick Settings toggles at the top of Notifications to refer to “Blocking mode” on page 144. control popular settings. Slide your finger right and left across the Quick Settings menu to see all of the toggles.
Page 37: Home Screen
Home Screen 1. Status Bar: Presents icons to show network status, battery power, and connection details. For a list of The Home screen is the starting point for using your phone. icons, see “Status Bar Icons” on page 32. 2. Home screen: The starting point for using your phone. Place shortcut icons, widgets, and other items to customize your phone to your needs.
Page 38: Status Bar Icons
Status Bar Icons Device Power Critical: Battery has very little power The Status Bar shows network and battery status and other remaining. Charge immediately. details. GPS Location Active: One or more GPS location services are active. See “Location services” on Airplane Mode Active: All wireless communications page 156.
Page 39 New Email Message: You have new email. Wi-Fi Action Needed: Action needed to connect to Wi-Fi network. For more information about configuring Wi-Fi, see “Wi-Fi Settings” on Silent mode: All sounds except media and alarms page 132. are silenced, and Vibrate is not active. See “Volume”...
Page 40: Customizing The Home Screen
Display settings Adding and removing Home screen panels You can customize display settings to your preferences. For Your phone comes with 7 Home screen panels. You can more information, see “Display” on page 149. customize the Home screen to include up to the seven Extended Home Screen default panels, and set one panel as Home.
Page 41: Primary Shortcuts
Primary Shortcuts Widgets Primary Shortcuts appear at the bottom of the display. You Widgets are self-contained applications that you can place can edit the Primary Shortcuts, except for Apps. on the Home screen for quick, direct access. Editing the Primary Shortcuts Adding Widgets to the Home screen 1.
Page 42: Shortcuts
Shortcuts Folders Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. Use App shortcuts to launch applications from the Home Adding Folders screen. Your phone comes with app shortcuts already placed on the Home screen, and you can add your favorites. 1.
Page 43: Wallpaper
Wallpaper Apps Choose a picture to display in the background of the Home Apps holds all applications installed on your phone. screen. You can choose from pre-loaded wallpaper images, Applications that you download and install from the Google or select a picture you’ve taken with the Camera or Play™...
Page 44 Customizing the Apps Screens Apps screen options Choosing a view 1. Press the Home key, then touch Apps. 2. Touch Menu for options: By default, app icons appear in Grid view. You can change the view to list view. • Play Store: Launch Google Play Store, to browse for new ™...
Page 45: Entering Text
Entering Text • View type: Configure the apps screen. Virtual QWERTY Keyboard • Share apps: Select apps you’ve downloaded (not available for pre-loaded apps) to share via Bluetooth, Dropbox, Email, Your phone uses a virtual QWERTY keyboard for text entry. Flipboard, Gmail, Google+, Messaging, S Memo, Wi-Fi Direct.
Page 46: Entering Symbols And Numbers
To enter less-common symbols, touch , then or use speech recognition. touch the corresponding key. You can enable XT9 predictive text, to have the Samsung Enter numbers by touching , then touching the number keyboard match your key touches to common words and keys.
Page 47 Note: Enable Google voice typing in Language and input settings, and Voice input in the Samsung keyboard settings, to have the input method icon appear on the Status Bar. For more information, see “Samsung keyboard: Touch beside Samsung keypad to configure the following options.”...
Page 48: Section 3: Accounts And Contacts
Your phone provides the ability to synchronize information, settings. from a variety of accounts, including Email, Facebook, Google, and your Samsung account. Depending on the For information about setting up other, non-synchronized account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, email accounts, see “Configuring Email Accounts”...
Page 49 Controlling Synchronization • Sync Google Play Music You can choose to have your phone automatically • Sync Internet synchronize with your accounts, or manually synchronize • Sync Picasa Web Albums each account when you want to check messages. • Sync Tasks You may also choose to limit automatic or background 4.
Page 50 Google Account Privacy Settings Managing accounts 1. From the Home screen, touch Menu, then touch Personalize the Privacy settings for Google accounts: Settings. 1. From the Home screen, touch Menu, then touch Settings. 2. Under Accounts, touch the desired account. The related account type screen appears.
Page 51: Contacts
Add contact. • Touch Name to enter a name for the contact. Touch • If you have defined accounts (Google, Samsung, and so on), enter Name prefix, First name, Middle name, Last name, or the Save contact to pop-up appears. Select Phone or the Name suffix.
Page 52 Creating Contacts from Recent calls • Touch Address to enter a street or postal address, then touch the Label button to choose a label, from Home, Work, Other, Save a phone number from a recent call to create a new or Custom to create a new label.
Page 53: Updating Contacts
Updating Contacts Updating Contacts from Recent calls Save a phone number from a recent call to create a new Make changes to update an existing contact. contact, or update an existing contact. 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts. For more information, refer to “Creating or Updating Contacts 2.
Page 54: Contacts Settings
Contacts Settings Other Contacts Options 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts. 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts. 2. Touch Menu, then touch Settings: 2. Touch a contact to display it, then touch Menu: • Select Only contacts with phones to show contacts with at •...
Page 55: Joining Contacts
• Print contact info: Print the namecard via Bluetooth to a 4. Choose a sending method or app from the Complete compatible Samsung Bluetooth-enabled printer. action using pop-up, then follow the prompts to send the profile. • Add shortcut to Home: Add shortcut to this contact to Home Joining Contacts screen.
Page 56: Separating Contacts
Exporting and Importing Contacts 5. To join another contact, touch the Connection field. The Joined contact screen appears. You can export your contact list to an installed memory card, Touch Join another contact. A list of available contacts or import a list of contacts (previously exported) from a memory card.
Page 57 Sending Namecards Favorites You can send a contact entry as a namecard using a Mark contacts with a star to identify them as Favorites. Bluetooth connection to another device, or as an attachment Favorites display on the Favorites tab in the Phone and to a Gmail or Email message.
Page 58 Groups Editing a Group 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts Assign contacts to Groups to make searching for contacts Groups. faster, or to quickly call or send messages to group members. Your phone comes with pre-loaded groups you 2. Touch a Group to display it. can use to add your contacts.
Page 59 Adding Contacts to a Group Sending a Message to Group Members 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts Create a new text or email message, addressed to the Groups. group’s members. 1. From the Home screen, touch Contacts Groups. 2. Touch a Group to display it, then touch 2.
Page 60: Speed Dials
Speed Dials Speed dials are 1-, 2-, or 3-digit shortcuts (1 to 100) you assign to contacts, to allow you to quickly call the contact. For more information about calling using speed dials, see “Making Calls using Speed Dials” on page 55. Note: Speed dial 1 is reserved for Voicemail, and cannot be assigned.
Page 61: Section 4: Calling
Section 4: Calling Making Calls Making Calls Using the Phone Keypad 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone. Your phone offers multiple ways to make calls: • 2. Touch the digits of the telephone number on the Use the touch screen Phone Keypad to enter the phone number Keypad.
Page 62: Making Calls From Contacts
Making Calls from Contacts Making Calls using S Voice A contact is an entry that you have created to store the Place a call by speaking the name or number. name, numbers, and other information for people or groups 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone.
Page 63: Multi-Party Calling
Multi-party Calling Making Calls using Favorites Favorites are contacts that you designate as favorites by Use multi-party call features to set up a call between multiple starring them. (For more information about creating favorites, callers, such as for a conference call. see “Favorites”...
Page 64: Answering Calls
Answering Calls Sending Calls to Voicemail When your phone alerts you to an incoming call, you can You can answer incoming calls when the phone is locked or reject the call to send the caller to voice mail, or reject the unlocked.
Page 65: Ending A Call
Options During a Call – My call sound: Apply a sound equalizer to the call audio, in cases where you might need the sound softer or clear, or While in a call, you can use these features: optimized for your right or left ear. •...
Page 66: Managing Recent Calls
Sending Messages using Recent calls Managing Recent calls Deleting records 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone Recent. 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone Recent. 2. Swipe your finger from right to left across the call. 2. While viewing the calls, touch Menu, then touch –...
Page 67: Call Settings
Call Settings Viewing call durations View the length of the Last call, all Dialed calls, all Received Configure settings for calling with your phone. calls, or All calls. To access Call settings, from the Home screen, touch 1. From the Home screen, touch Phone Phone Menu...
Page 68 Set reject messages Ringtones and keypad tones Create and manage text messages to send to callers when Select incoming call ringtone and vibration, and enable or you select Reject call with message in the Incoming call disable call vibration and keypad tones. screen.
Page 69: Auto Screen Off During Calls
Call alerts Call answering/ending Set options for sounds and vibrations to occur during calls. Manage settings for answering and ending calls. From the Call Settings screen, touch Call alert. The 1. From the Call Settings screen, touch Call answering/ following options are available: ending.
Page 70: Increase Volume In Pocket
Accessory setting for call Use extra volume for calls Configure headset options for calls. When enabled, the call screen displays a volume control, for adjusting call volume during calls. From the Call Settings screen, touch Accessory settings From the Call Settings screen, touch Use extra vol. for for call.
Page 71 Voicemail Other call settings From the Call Settings screen, under Other call settings, Configure options for voicemail. the following options are available: From the Call Settings screen, under Voicemail, the • Auto retry: When enabled, the phone will automatically redial a following options are available: call if it receives a busy signal from the network.
Page 72: Section 5: Messaging
Section 5: Messaging Text and Multimedia Messaging This section describes how to send and receive messages, and other features associated with messaging. Your phone can send and receive text and multimedia Types of Messages messages. Creating and Sending Messages Your phone supports these types of messages: •...
Page 73: Managing Messages
Managing Messages – Add text: Select text from S Memo, Calendar, Location, Contacts or Text templates to add. Messages you send and receive to the same contact, number – Preview: View the message and attachments before sending. or address are grouped together as a “conversation”. Threads allow you to see all the messages you exchanged –...
Page 74 Message Settings – Draft messages: Messages you have composed and saved for later reuse and/or to be sent to a recipient. Configure settings for message storage, delivery, or alerts. – Locked messages: Messages you have locked to protect 1. From the Home screen, touch Messaging.
Page 75 – Text templates: Text templates are phrases that you can add • Notification settings: to your messages. Use a pre-loaded text template, or create – Notifications: When enabled, message alerts display in the your own. Status bar. • Text message (SMS) settings: –...
Page 76: Emergency Alerts
Emergency alerts – Vibrate: Configure vibration for Emergency Alerts. – Alert sound: When enabled, a sound plays for emergency This device is designed to receive Wireless Emergency Alerts alerts. from the Commercial Mobile Alert Service (CMAS). Emergency Alerts are geographically-targeted, and alert –...
Page 77: Email
Email Composing and Sending Email 1. From the Home screen, select Apps Send and receive email using popular email services. Configuring Email Accounts Email Compose. 2. Touch fields to enter recipients and the email text. You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few 3.
Page 78: Gmail
Managing Emails Gmail Refreshing Your Email Account Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based Refresh your account to update your phone from the servers. email. 1. From the Home screen, select Apps From the Home screen, select Apps Email. Gmail.
Page 79: Google Talk
Google Talk Refreshing Your Gmail Account Refresh your account to update messages on your phone. Google Talk is a free Windows and web-based application for 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps instant messaging offered by Google. Conversation logs are automatically saved to a Chats area in your Gmail account.
Page 80: Google
Google + Messenger Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into lot easier. You can set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream a simple group conversation. When you get a new to get updates from your Circles, use Messenger for fast conversation in Messenger, Google+ sends an update to your messaging with everyone in your Circles, or use Instant...
Page 81: Section 6: Applications And Widgets
Section 6: Applications and Widgets Accessing Applications This section contains a description of each application and widget that is available in the Apps and Widget menus, the 1. Press Home, then touch Apps, and the function, and how to navigate through that particular Apps tab.
Page 82 Moving Application icons Filtering Application icons With the Apps screen in Customizable grid view, you can You can select which icons appear in the Apps screen. arrange the application icons to suit yourself. From the Apps screen, touch Menu, then touch 1.
Page 83: Applications List
“see” other devices on a hidden Wi-Fi network. (For more information, refer to “Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network” on page 120.) 2. Sign into your Samsung Account. The Samsung account manages the access information (user name/ password) to several applications, such as AllShare Play.
Page 84 • Lock AllShare Play: When enabled, restricts access to AllShare Play by requiring a user enter the currently active and associated Samsung account password. • Language: Select the display language used by AllShare Play. • About: Displays AllShare Play version information.
Page 85: Amazon Kindle
Amazon Audible Shop for merchandise on Amazon.com. Shop for, download, and play audio books from Audible.com. From the Applications menu, touch Amazon. From the Applications menu, touch Audible. Amazon Kindle Calculator Shop for, download, and view ebooks from Amazon.com. Use your phone’s Calculator to perform arithmetical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and From the Applications menu, touch division).
Page 86: Customizing The Calendar
Calendar • Sync: Synchronize your phones calendar with your account calendars. (For more information, refer to “Setting Up Your Record events and appointments to manage your schedule. Accounts” on page 42.) Tip: A Calendar widget is available in Widgets. For more •...
Page 87 Sending Events – Show week number: Display the number of the week (1 – 52) in a W column to the left of Sun. Send events as vCalendar files to other compatible devices. – Calendars: Select calendars to display. 1. From the Apps screen, touch Calendar.
Page 88: Taking Pictures
Camera Taking Pictures 1. From the Apps screen, touch Camera. Use your phone’s built-in Camera to take pictures and record video. 2. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your From the Apps screen, touch Camera. picture by aiming the lens at the subject. •...
Page 89: Camera Options
– • Touch Menu to access added options: Face tag, Copy to Panorama: Takes a landscape photo by taking an initial photo clipboard, Rotate left, Rotate right, Crop, Set as (Contact photo, and then adding additional images to itself. The guide box lets Home and lock screens, Home/Lock screen wallpaper), Buddy you view the area where the second part of the panoramic photo share, Print, Rename, Scan for nearby devices, or...
Page 90 – • Settings: Metering: Select a method for measuring light. – – Edit shortcuts: Select which function shortcuts appear in the Auto contrast: Allow automatic light/dark adjustment. function menu. – Guidelines: Enable or disable an on-screen grid to aid in photo –...
Page 91 Camcorder Capturing Video 1. From the Apps screen, touch Camera Use your phone’s built-in Camcorder to record video. Mode. From the Apps screen, touch Camera Mode. 2. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the lens at the subject. •...
Page 92 • Touch Slideshow to review all your videos in sequence. • Settings. – • Touch Delete to erase the video. Edit shortcuts: Select which function shortcuts appear in the function menu. • Touch Menu to rename the video or view details about –...
Page 93: Daily Perks
Contacts – Video quality: Choose a quality setting for videos. – Storage: Choose to store your videos in Phone memory or on Contacts lets you access and manage your Contacts list, an optional Memory card. Contacts Groups, Favorites list, and Speed dial settings. (see “Contacts”...
Page 94 Dropbox Gallery Dropbox is a “cloud” file storage service. The Dropbox app The Gallery is where you view photos and videos. For photos, lets you create an account with Dropbox or link with your you can also perform basic editing tasks, view a slideshow, existing Dropbox account.
Page 95 1. From the Gallery screen, select an album, then touch a Contact photos match faces in the picture. picture to view it. – Print: Print the picture via Wi-Fi to a compatible Samsung 2. While viewing a picture, touch on the screen or touch printer. Menu for options.
Page 96: Viewing Videos
Gmail Viewing Videos 1. From the Gallery screen, then select an album. A Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based matrix or list of available videos appears. email. 2. To play a video, touch its thumbnail or list entry. For more information, see “Gmail”...
Page 97: Group Play
Google+ Help Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a Use Help to read or view brief instructions or videos on how lot easier. You can set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream to use the features and settings available with your tablet. to get updates from your Circles, use Messenger for fast 1.
Page 98: Navigating The Web
Internet Entering text in a field • While browsing, touch a text field to display the virtual QWERTY Your phone is equipped with a full HTML Browser, which keyboard to enter text. allows you to access the internet. From the Home screen, select Internet.
Page 99: Browser Options
2. Touch and hold on the text to enable the text selector, then use the on-screen tools. • Downloads: Displays the download history. Browser Options • Print: Lets you print the screen or web page on a Samsung From the Internet screen, touch Menu for options: printer using Wi-Fi.
Page 100 Using Browser Windows To add an Incognito window: 1. From your browser window, tap Windows You can have multiple windows open at one time, and you can switch between windows. Incognito. • To open a new window, on the Internet screen, 2.
Page 101 Using Bookmarks Deleting Bookmarks 1. From the Bookmarks page, touch and hold the While browsing, bookmark a site to quickly access it later. bookmark you want to delete. Creating a bookmark 2. Touch Delete bookmark. 1. From the Internet screen, browse to the desired web site, then touch Bookmarks 3.
Page 102 – • Privacy and security: Clear passwords: Deletes any previously stored user names – or passwords. Tap OK to complete the process. Clear cache: Deletes all currently cached data. Tap OK to – complete the process. Enable notifications: Allows web site notifications. Select Always on, On demand, or Off.
Page 103 – – Enable JavaScript: Enables Javascript for the current Web Reset to default: Clears all browser data and resets all settings page. Without this feature, some pages may not display to default. properly. Remove the check mark to disable this function. •...
Page 104 Kies Air Maps Kies air lets you synchronize your Windows PC with your Use Google Maps to find your current location, get directions, phone without a cable connection, provided they are both on and other location-based information. The Google Maps the same Wi-Fi network.
Page 105: Media Hub
Media Hub Navigating the Map Zooming Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie • Double-tap on the screen to zoom in. and TV content. With hundreds of titles available at your fingertips, entertaining on the go has never been easier. You •...
Page 106 Messenger 2. To rent or buy media, you must have a Samsung account. If necessary, touch Menu, then touch Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into Sign in to log in with your existing Samsung account or a simple group conversation.
Page 107: Music Hub
Volume 1. From the Apps screen, touch Music Hub. 2. To rent or buy media, you must have a Samsung account. Touch Continue to log in or create a Samsung account. 3. Browse content, then follow the prompts to buy or rent.
Page 108 2. Touch a library category tab at the top of the screen Shuffle Off: Songs are not shuffled but play in (All, Playlists, Albums, Artists, Music square, or listed order. Folders) to view the available music files. Music square: Play songs linked to buttons in a 3.
Page 109 Music Player Options To access additional options, follow these steps: While in the Music Player, touch Menu The follow options are available: • Add to quick list: Adds the current music file to the Quick list. Playlist • Via Bluetooth: Scans for devices and pairs with a Bluetooth Selection headset.
Page 110 Music Square Options Music Player Settings To access additional options, follow these steps: The Music Player Settings menu allows you to set preferences for the music player such as whether you want From the Music Player Music square screen, touch the music to play in the background, sound effects, and how Menu The follow options are available:...
Page 111 Using Playlists Removing Music from a Playlist Playlists are used to assign songs to a list of preferred media To remove music files from a playlist: which can then be grouped into a list for later playback. 1. From the Apps screen, touch Music Player.
Page 112: Setting A Song As A Ringtone
My Files Setting a Song as a Ringtone You can set a song as a ringtone for all voice calls, for calls Find, view and manage files stored on an installed memory from an individual contact, or as an alarm tone. card.
Page 113: Play Books
Navigation Play Books Use Google Navigation to search for locations, and get turn- Google Books is now Google Play™ Books. Discovering your by-turn directions. favorite books and authors has never been easier. With Google Play Books, you can shop the world's largest Note: You must enable location services to use Navigation, selection of ebooks and read them anywhere you like - on a and some features require Standalone or Google...
Page 114: Play Music
Play Music S Memo With Google Play Music, you can play music that you have The S Memo application allows you to create memos using added to your music file as well as any music you copied the keypad, your finger, or both. You can add images, from your PC.
Page 115 From the Home screen, press Home twice in logged in to your Samsung account application. quick succession. 2. Read the Samsung Disclaimer then tap Confirm to 1. From the Apps screen, touch S Suggest. continue. 2. Read the terms and conditions.
Page 116: Tone Room Deluxe
Talk 9. At the S Voice screen, say “Hi Galaxy” to wake up S voice. Use Google Talk to chat with other Google Talk users. For 10. Speak into the phone and follow the on-screen more information, see “Google Talk” on page 73. instructions.
Page 117: Video Player
Video Player Volume control. Video Player identifies and plays video files (3GP or MP4) Rotate screen. Toggle screen orientation stored on your phone or on an optional microSD Memory between portrait and landscape. card. PIP (Picture In Picture) view: The video plays in 1.
Page 118: Voice Search
Voice Recorder 4. While playing a video, touch Menu for video options. Record your voice or other sounds, and share recordings via Bluetooth, Messaging, or Gmail. From the Apps screen, touch Voice Recorder. Voice Search Voice Search offers voice-activated Google searches. If you agree, Voice Search uses your location to improve search results and offer other services.
Page 119: Your Navigator Deluxe
Wallet Your Navigator Deluxe The Google Wallet app stores credit, debit, and/or gift card Provides all the features of an advanced car navigation information, PayPal account information, and other payment system. Obtain turn-by-turn driving directions with GPS options, giving you quick and easy access when making on- accuracy.
Page 120 YouTube Tip: The first time you launch Your Navigator Deluxe, your Access your YouTube™ account, and view and upload phone downloads Your Navigator Deluxe updates and YouTube videos, right from your phone. applications not included with Your Navigator Deluxe to From the Apps screen, touch YouTube.
Page 121: Accessing Widgets
Accessing Widgets Widgets List 1. Press Home, then Sweep your finger right or left The following widgets are available for executing on your to scroll to a particular Home screen panel. Home screen: • Alarm 2 x 1: Add, view, and manage alarms you set using this 2.
Page 122 • • Calendar (mini today) 4 x 2: View and access your Calendar Directions & Navigation 1 x 1: Immediately obtain directions to events scheduled for today. a selected location. • • Calendar (month) 4 x 4: View and access your scheduled Dropbox Folder 1 x 1: Directly access one of your Dropbox Calendar events, one month at a time.
Page 123 • • Flipboard (medium) 4 x 2: View a large image of your Flipboard Music Hub 4 x 1: Play your music purchased and downloaded “magazine”. from Music Hub. • • Flipboard (small) 4 x 1: View a small image of your Flipboard Music Player 4 x 1: Play your music files.
Page 124 • • Settings shortcut 1 x 1: Directly access selected settings for YND GPS Navigator 4 x 3: View and control location and your phone. directions using your Wireless Provider’s GPS Navigator program. • • Simple alarm clock 4 x 2: View and directly access a selected YND Search 4 x 1: Initiate an Internet search using your Wireless Clock alarm.
Page 125: Section 7: Connections
Section 7: Connections Wi-Fi Turning Wi-Fi On or Off When you turn Wi-Fi service on, your phone automatically Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides searches for available, in-range “hotspots” [also termed access to local area networks. WAPs (Wireless Access Points)]. Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wi-Fi Turning Wi-Fi On network.
Page 126: Wi-Fi Direct
Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Wi-Fi Direct 1. Turn Wi-Fi on (see “Turning Wi-Fi On” on page 119). Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly Your phone scans for available hotspots and pops-up a via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without list of any it finds.
Page 127: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Turning Bluetooth On or Off 1. From the Home screen, sweep your finger from the top Note: For Hearing Aid Compatibility Information, see page 206. of the screen downward to display Notifications. 2. Touch Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth On. Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications Touch Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth Off.
Page 128: Vpn
2. On your phone, turn on Bluetooth (see “Turning Bluetooth On or Off” on page 121). A list of detected You can use your phone’s VPN (Virtual Private Network) devices pops-up on your display. feature to connect to VPNs. Configuring VPN Settings 3.
Page 129: Connecting As A Storage Device
Note: To sync your device to your PC it is highly recommended memory card by using the device as a memory card reader. that you install Samsung Kies which is available at http://www.samsung.com/kies (for Windows/Mac).
Page 130: Kies Air
Kies air 7. From your PC, a security warning may be displayed asking if you want to run this application. Click Run to Kies air lets you wirelessly synchronize files on your phone continue. (in mass storage and on a memory card) with files on your Windows PC, provided they are both on the same Wi-Fi 8.
Page 131: Tethering
Tethering Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Use Tethering to share your phone’s internet connection with Use Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot to share your phone’s internet a computer connected to your device using the USB data/ connection with a PC or other device through Wi-Fi, using charging cable, or using Bluetooth.
Page 132 Activating Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Connecting a Device via Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Activate your phone’s Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot application to Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your allow other devices to use your phone’s internet connection. phone’s Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot. 1.
Page 133: Beaming
Beaming S Beam When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when You can beam images and videos from your gallery, music you touch your device with another compatible device.
Page 134: Allshare Cast
AllShare Cast Using S Beam 1. Turn S Beam On. (See “Turning S Beam On or Off” .) AllShare Cast lets your phone share the contents of its 2. Launch Camera, Music Player, or Gallery display with other Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) (See “Applications and Widgets”...
Page 135: Nearby Devices
Nearby devices Memory Card Share files with nearby DLNA certified devices over Wi-Fi. Your phone supports removable microSD™ or microSDHC™ (For information on configuring Nearby devices, For more memory cards of up to 64GB capacity, for storage of music, information, refer to “Nearby devices” on page 143.) pictures, videos, and other files.
Page 136: Formatting A Memory Card
Formatting a Memory Card Use the Erase SD card setting to remove all content from an installed memory card. 1. From the Home screen, touch Menu Settings. 2. Under Device, touch Storage. 3. Under SD card, touch Unmount SD card. 4.
Page 137: Section 8: Settings
Section 8: Settings Accessing Settings Accessing Additional Options To access additional setting options, touch the setting From the Home screen, touch Menu Settings. label. – or – From the Home screen, touch Apps Settings. The Settings menu appears. Using Setting Sliders To enable or disable a setting, touch the setting slider as shown.
Page 138: Wireless And Network
Wireless and network Turn Wi-Fi Off: Wi-Fi From the Settings screen, touch Wi-Fi – or – Set up and manage your phone’s connections to Wi-Fi From the Home screen and others, touch and swipe the networks. Your phone supports Wi-Fi a/b/g/n. Status Bar downward, then touch Wi-Fi.
Page 139 Wi-Fi Direct • WPS PIN entry: Record/send the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Personal Identification Number for your Wi-Fi router. Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly Advanced Wi-Fi settings via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection.
Page 140: Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth • Personal Area Networking: PAN 1.0 supports exchange of data ® with other devices. Your phone supports Bluetooth 4.0. Bluetooth profiles • Message Access Profile: MAP 1.0 allows exchange of messages between devices, such as with an automotive hands-free device. Bluetooth profiles are specifications for services supported Turning Bluetooth On or Off by individual devices.
Page 141: Data Usage
Data usage Bluetooth settings Pair and connect with other Bluetooth devices, manage your Control your device’s connection to your Wireless Provider’s Bluetooth connections, and control your device’s visibility to data service, and monitor your data usage. Turning Mobile data On or Off other devices.
Page 142 1. From the Settings screen, under Wireless and network, 4. To adjust the mobile Data usage cycle, touch and drag touch Data usage. The Data usage screen appears. the vertical usage cycle lines left or right on the graph. 5. To adjust the mobile data usage warning level, touch and drag the horizontal warning line up or down on the graph.
Page 143: More Wireless And Network Settings
More Wireless and Network Settings Viewing data usage by app or process Airplane mode 1. From the Settings screen, under Wireless and network, touch Data usage. The Data usage screen appears. When airplane mode is enabled, all your phone’s wireless 2.
Page 144 Mobile networks 2. Set these options: • Mobile data: Enable or disable your phone’s connection to the Set options for network selection, data service, and roaming behavior. mobile data network. You can also control this setting at 1. From the Settings screen, under Wireless and network, Notifications with the Mobile data toggle.
Page 145 Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Turning Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot On or Off 1. From the Settings screen, under Wireless and network, Use Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot to share your phone’s internet connection with up to 5 other devices, through Wi-Fi. touch More settings Tethering and portable hotspot Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
Page 146 Configuring Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Allowed Device List 1. From the Settings screen, under Wireless and network, Control whether devices connect to your Portable Wi-Fi touch More settings Tethering and portable hotspot Hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
Page 147 Tethering Use Tethering to share your phone’s internet connection with Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). For more a computer that connects to your device via USB cable, or by information about using VPNs, see “VPN” on page 122 Bluetooth.
Page 148 S Beam Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to share information S Beam uses your phone’s NFC (Near Field Communication) between your phone and another NFC device by touching the to send, or “beam”, content to other NFC and Wi-Fi Direct devices together, typically back-to-back.
Page 149 Nearby devices 3. Under Advanced, touch options to control how content is shared from your device: Share files with nearby devices via DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) over Wi-Fi. • Shared contents: Choose the type of content to share, from Videos, Photos, or Music.
Page 150: Device
Device AllShare Cast Home screen mode AllShare Cast lets your phone share the contents of its display with other Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) Select the Home screen layout that best suits your needs. certified devices, such as Smart televisions. 1.
Page 151 Sound – Disable notifications: Blocks notifications from playing an alert tone. From the Settings screen, under Device, touch Sound. – Disable alarm and timer: Blocks notifications from Clock and The Sound menu appears. Volume Calendar alarms, and from timers. – Disable LED indicator: Stops LED indicator from lighting.
Page 152: Vibration Intensity
Device ringtone 3. Touch OK to save your settings. Vibration intensity Choose a ringtone for incoming calls. 1. From the Sound menu, under Ringtone and Set the level for vibration to accompany ringtones and notifications. notifications, touch Device ringtone. The Device 1.
Page 153 Device vibration Default notifications Choose a vibration pattern to use when vibration is enabled. Choose a default sound to play for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. 1. From the Sound menu, under Ringtone and 1. From the Sound menu, under Ringtone and notifications, touch Device vibration.
Page 154: Haptic Feedback
Sound and vibration Touch sounds When enabled, vibration is played at the same time as Touch sounds play when you touch items on the screen, such sounds for calls and alerts. as when making a selection. From the Sound menu, under Ringtone and From the Sound menu, under System, touch Touch notifications, touch Sound and vibration to enable or sounds to enable or disable touch sounds.
Page 155 Display Auto haptic When enabled, Auto haptic causes haptic vibrations to occur From the Settings screen, under Device, touch Display. in response to sounds from downloaded apps, such as The Display menu appears. General games. Wallpaper Note: Some downloaded apps do not support this feature. Select wallpaper(s) for the Home and Lock screens.
Page 156 Screen LED indicator Select which alerts cause the LED indicator (upper left corner Brightness of your phone) to come on while your phone’s screen is off. Set the default screen brightness. From the Display menu, under General, touch 1. From the Display menu, under Screen, touch LED indicator.
Page 157 Features Auto-rotate screen When enabled, the screen’s orientation automatically Smart rotation changes when you rotate the phone. When On, the Smart rotation feature adjusts screen images From the Display menu, under Screen, touch to match your angle of sight. Auto-rotate screen to turn the feature On or Off. From the Display menu, under Features, touch Smart rotation to turn the feature On or Off.
Page 158 Font More settings Font style Touch key light duration Set the font for screen displays. Set the length of time keys light when you touch them. 1. From the Display menu, under Features, touch 1. From the Display menu, under More settings, touch Font style.
Page 159 Storage – Available space: Shows the total device memory available for use. Manage the use of memory resources in your phone’s Device memory, and on an installed memory card. • SD card: View usage for, and manage, storage space on an 1.
Page 160: Power Saving Mode
Power saving mode 3. Touch the following Power saving mode settings to enable or disable them. (When an option is enabled, a Configure Power saving settings to conserve battery power. check mark appears in its check box.): 1. From the Settings screen, under Device, touch Power •...
Page 161: Application Manager
Battery Application manager See how much battery power is being used by device You can download and install applications from the Google activities. Play™ Store, or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on your phone. Use Application manager to 1.
Page 162: Personal
Personal 3. Touch an app or service to display the App info or Active Location services app screen which provides more detailed storage usage information, and lets you Stop/Force stop or Location services control your device's use of GPS signals. Uninstall/Report and app or service.
Page 163: Lock Screen
Lock screen Note: Use GPS satellites must be enabled to use some Choose settings for locking and unlocking your phone. applications. You can also enable or disable GPS from For more information about using the lock and unlock the Notifications panel. For more information, refer to features, see “Securing Your Phone”...
Page 164 – Face and voice: When enabled, you unlock the phone by • Lock screen options: Touch this option and the Lock screen looking at the screen and speaking. This option offers low options screen appears with the following additional options security, because someone who looks and/or sounds similar to available: you could unlock your phone.
Page 165 – – Clock: Touch this option to enable/disable a clock display on the Ripple effect: Touch this option to enable/disable showing a lock screen. When enabled, a check mark appears in the check ripple effect on the lock screen, provided the lock screen box.
Page 166 Security – Set wake-up command: Touch this option and to configure the S Voice wake-up command functions. (For more information From the Settings screen, under Personal, touch about S Voice, see “S Voice” on page 109.) Security. The Security screen appears. Encryption •...
Page 167 Device administration • Encrypt external SD card: Touch this option to encrypt selected information stored on a microSD memory card under View or disable device administrators. Some applications, a password you specify. The following additional Encryption such as corporate Email, may require you allow access to your device by device administrators in certain settings are available: circumstances, such as if your phone is lost or stolen.
Page 168: Credential Storage
• Clear credentials: Clear stored credentials and reset the Warning! Because this device can be configured with system password. software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices Note: This setting is only available if you have installed at their own risk.
Page 169: Language And Input
Note: This option cannot be changed. – Portrait keyboard types: Choose the default keypad when the screen is in portrait mode, from Qwerty or 3x4 keyboard (similar to a phone keypad). – Input languages: Select languages for the Samsung keyboard. Settings...
Page 170 Predictive text: When enabled, T9 suggests words matching Predictive text is turned On. your text entries and optionally, complete common words – Handwriting: When in Handwriting mode, Samsung keyboard automatically. Touch Predictive text to enable T9 recognizes on-screen tracing of words. Touch Handwriting to...
Page 171 Tutorial: View help for using T9 predictive text. for quick help as you enter text. – Reset settings: Touch to reset Samsung keyboard settings to Auto-spacing: When enabled, inserts spaces automatically when you pause entering text. the defaults, except for My word list and the Auto substitution Auto-capitalization: When enabled, automatically capitalizes list.
Page 172 – – Language Options: Personalization: English: Change current language. Edit Dictionary: Add and/or remove words in your personal dictionary. Living language: When enabled, automatically updates Swype with popular new words. Facebook: Sign in to add contact names to your personal dictionary.
Page 173 • Text-to-speech output: Provides audible readout of text, for • Voice recognizer: Choose a voice recognition engine for your example, the contents of text messages, and the Caller ID for phone’s voice recognition features (Google or Samsung incoming calls. powered by Vlingo).
Page 174: Back Up And Reset
Back up and reset Personal data Factory data reset Set options for backing up your information and resetting your device. Use Factory data reset to return all settings to the defaults, From the Settings screen, under Personal, touch and remove all data from the phone. Backup and reset.
Page 175: Accounts
Help: Find your email address or password, Contact us with a text message, or review Customer support information [My Set up and manage accounts, including your Samsung, questions, FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions), or Contact us]. Email, Google, and social networking accounts.
Page 176 Email – Email notifications: When enabled, an icon and the Email title appear in the status bar for new messages. 1. From the Settings screen, under Accounts, touch Email. – The Email screen appears. Select ringtone: Choose the ringtone that plays when you receive new messages.
Page 177 – Recent messages: Select the number of messages (25, 50, • Notification settings 75, 100, 200, Total) that appear in your message list. – Email notifications: Enable or disable display of a new email – Show images: When enabled, images included in incoming icon in the Annunciator line when new mail arrives.
Page 178 Google Account Synchronization settings Adding Google account 1. From the Settings screen, under Accounts, touch Gmail. The Google screen appears. 1. From the Settings screen, under Accounts, touch Add account Google. The Add a Google Account screen 2. Under Accounts, touch the desired Google account. The appears.
Page 179 General settings • Sync Google Play Music: Synchronize your phone’s music list with your on-line music list. 1. Press Home, then touch Apps, and the Apps tab. The Apps screen appears in the display. • Sync Internet: Synchronize your phone’s Internet browser bookmarks with your on-line bookmarks list.
Page 180 Account settings • Hide checkboxes: When enabled, check boxes are not displayed. To select messages or conversations, you must 1. Press Home, then touch Apps, and the touch and hold them. Apps tab. The Apps screen appears in the display. •...
Page 181: Microsoft Exchange Activesync
Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync – Days of mail to sync: Choose the number of days worth of Gmail messages to synchronize. 1. From the Settings screen, under Accounts, touch – Manage labels: Choose which Gmail labels are synchronized, Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. The Microsoft Exchange and access Sound &...
Page 182 – – Show images: When enabled, images included in messages Period to sync Calendar: Choose the period of time for your phone to synchronize calendar events (2 weeks, 1 month, automatically display, without a confirmation pop-up. 3 months, 6 months, or All calendar). •...
Page 183: System
System – Smart alert: When enabled, the phone will automatically notify Motion you to missed calls and alerts that occurred while the phone was stationary. Motion lets you control a number of your phone’s functions – Double tap to top: When enabled, a double tap on the top of by moving your hand or finger across the screen in a the phone takes you to the top of the list.
Page 184 Accessory • Sensitivity settings and tutorial: – Sensitivity settings: Change Gyroscope calibration, Tilt to Configure your phone’s behavior when you connect it to zoom sensitivity, Pan to move icon sensitivity, and Pan to browse optional accessories (not included). images sensitivity. From the Settings screen, under System, touch Accessory.
Page 185: Date And Time
Date and time HDMI Configure your phone’s behavior when you connect it to an By default, your phone receives date and time information HD television or an amplifier using an optional HDTV Adapter from the wireless network. When you are outside network (not included).
Page 186 Accessibility • Accessibility shortcut: Adds an Accessibility settings option to the Device options menu (appears when you press and hold Your phone offers features to make using the phone easier Power/Lock key. This provides quick access to for those with certain physical disabilities. Use the Accessibility settings to activate these services.
Page 187 Vision Hearing From the Accessibility screen, under Vision, touch the From the Accessibility screen, under Hearing, touch the check box next to each of the following options to check box next to each of the following options to enable it: (When enabled, a check mark appears in the enable it: (When enabled, a check mark appears in the check box.) check box.)
Page 188: Developer Options
Developer options Debugging USB debugging Use the Developer options to set options for Android application development and testing. When enabled, allows debugging when the device is From the Settings screen, under System, touch attached to a PC by a USB cable. Developer options.
Page 189 Input Drawing From the Developer options screen, under Input, touch From the Developer options screen, under Drawing, the check box next to each of the following options to touch the check box next to each of the following enable it: (When enabled, a check mark appears in the options to enable it: (When enabled, a check mark check box.) appears in the check box.)
Page 190 Monitoring Apps From the Developer options screen, under Monitoring, From the Developer options screen, under Apps, touch touch the check box next to each of the following the check box next to each of the following options to options to enable it: (When enabled, a check mark enable it: (When enabled, a check mark appears in the appears in the check box.) check box.)
Page 191: About Device
About device 6. When updating software, once the update file is downloaded, you can delay the update on the start View information about your phone, including status, legal screen by postponing it for a certain period of time. If information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. Software Update you want to resume the update before the selected time, touch Continue update.
Page 192 Details Touch options to view details: • Status: View Battery status, Battery level, Network, Signal strength, Mobile network type, Service state, Roaming, Mobile network state, My phone number, MIN, PRL version, MEID, IMEI, ICCID, IP address, Wi-Fi MAC address, Bluetooth address, Up time, and Device status.
Page 193: Section 9: Health And Safety Information
Section 9: Health and Safety Information Do cell phones pose a health hazard? This device is capable of operating in Wi-Fi mode in the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. The FCC requires that devices operating Many people are concerned that cell phone radiation will within 5.15-5.25 GHz may only be used indoors, not outside, cause cancer or other serious health hazards.
Page 194 Research Results to Date: Is there a connection The biological effects of radio frequency energy should not between RF and certain health problems? be confused with the effects from other types of electromagnetic energy. The results of most studies conducted to date say no. In Very high levels of electromagnetic energy, such as is found addition, attempts to replicate and confirm the few studies in X-rays and gamma rays, can ionize biological tissues.
Page 195 Risk of Brain Cancer from Exposure to Radio slight increase in brain cancer. However, the authors Frequency Fields in Childhood and Adolescence determined that biases and errors prevented any conclusions (MOBI-KIDS) being drawn from this data. Additional information about Interphone can be found at MOBI-KIDS is an international study investigating the http://www.iarc.fr/en/media-centre/pr/2010/pdfs/pr200_E.pdf.
Page 196 Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other Cell Phone Industry Actions Accessories Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA Steps to Reduce Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the cell phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: If there is a risk from being exposed to radio frequency •...
Page 197: Children And Cell Phones
Children and Cell Phones Because there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from cell phones, there is no reason to believe that The scientific evidence does not show a danger to any users hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used for of cell phones from RF exposure, including children and convenience and comfort.
Page 198: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Certification Information
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Certification Information http://www.epa.gov/radtown/wireless-tech.html. • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/. designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure (Note: This web address is case sensitive.) limits for Radio Frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal •...
Page 199 This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple The SAR information for this device can also be found on power levels so as to use only the power required to reach Samsung’s website: the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base http://www.samsung.com/sar.
Page 200: Fcc Part 15 Information To User
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from Samsung could void your authority to operate the device. that to which the receiver is connected. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 201 • Let the person with whom you are speaking know that you are impaired. Samsung is committed to promoting responsible driving and will suspend the call if necessary; driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand •...
Page 202: Battery Use And Safety
If the phone and/or battery get wet, have them checked Battery Use and Safety by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear to be working properly. Important! Handle and store batteries properly to avoid injury or •...
Page 203 If you suspect damage to the present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard. Samsung's warranty does not cover damage to the phone phone or battery, take it to a service center for inspection.
Page 204: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling
The Samsung Mobile Take-Back Program will provide accessories may not be available in your area. Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label. We've made it easy for you to recycle your old Samsung Just go to mobile device by working with respected take-back http://www.samsung.com/us/aboutsamsung/citizenship/...
Page 205: Ul Certified Travel Charger
Follow local regulations regarding disposal of mobile FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH devices and batteries AMERICA, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR OF THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR THE Dispose of your mobile device and batteries in accordance POWER OUTLET. with local regulations.
Page 206: Gps
Always obey posted road signs. Emergency Calls Certain Samsung mobile devices can use a Global Positioning System (GPS) signal for location-based applications. A GPS This mobile device, like any wireless mobile device, operates uses satellites controlled by the U.S.
Page 207: Care And Maintenance
To make an emergency call: 1. If the mobile device is not on, switch it on. Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: 2. From the Home screen, touch to launch the Phone Liquids of any kind Dialer.
Page 208: Responsible Listening
Responsible Listening Extreme heat or cold Avoid temperatures below 0°C / 32°F or above 45°C / Caution! Avoid potential hearing loss. 113°F. Microwaves Damage to hearing occurs when a person is exposed to loud Do not try to dry your mobile device in a microwave oven. sounds over time.
Page 209 • that are used. As a result, there is no single volume setting Limit the amount of time you listen. As the volume increases, less that is appropriate for everyone or for every combination of time is required before you hearing could be affected. sound, settings, and equipment.
Page 210: Operating Environment
National Institute on Deafness and Other Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Communication Disorders Internet: National Institutes of Health http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/ 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 default.html Bethesda, MD 20892-2320 1-888-232-6348 TTY Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov Operating Environment Internet: Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/ area, and always switch your mobile device off whenever it is National Institute for Occupational Safety...
Page 211: Posted Facilities
Implantable Medical Devices Other Medical Devices A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the between a handheld wireless mobile device and an manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or shielded from external RF energy.
Page 212: Fcc Hearing Aid Compatibility (Hac) Regulations For Wireless Devices
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are Regulations for Wireless Devices advised to switch the mobile device off while at a refueling point (service station). The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has Users are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the established requirements for digital wireless mobile devices use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and...
Page 213 be able to use a rated mobile device successfully. Trying out hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless the mobile device with your hearing device is the best way to mobile device meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two evaluate it for your personal needs.
Page 214: Restricting Children's Access To Your Mobile Device
The HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in Keep the mobile device and all its parts and accessories out the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 of the reach of small children. FCC Notice and Cautions standard. HAC for Newer Technologies FCC Notice This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing The mobile device may cause TV or radio interference if used...
Page 215: Other Important Safety Information
• Although your mobile device is quite sturdy, it is a complex For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag piece of equipment and can be broken. Avoid dropping, inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including installed hitting, bending, or sitting on it.
Page 216 • Reduce risk of repetitive motion injuries. When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body. When using your device for extended periods, hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks.
Page 217: Section 10: Warranty Information
Case/Pouch/Holster 90 Days SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper Other Phone Accessories 1 Year testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or adjustment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;...
Page 218 (iii) the battery has return the Product to an authorized phone service facility in been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by the which it is specified.
Page 219 ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY claims, whether in advertising, presentations or otherwise, LASTS, OR THE DISCLAIMER OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL on behalf of SAMSUNG regarding the Products or this Limited OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS Warranty.
Page 220 For any arbitration in which your total damage claims, exclusive of attorney fees and expert witness fees, are ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM $5,000.00 or less (“Small Claim”), the arbitrator may, if you THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION OR...
Page 221 You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure by Severability providing notice to SAMSUNG no later than 30 calendar days If any portion of this Limited Warranty is held to be illegal or from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the unenforceable, such partial illegality or unenforceability shall Product.
Page 222: End User License Agreement For Software
No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior RETAILER FOR A REFUND OR CREDIT. written approval. Specifications and availability subject to 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Samsung Electronics Co. grants you change without notice. [111611] End User License Agreement for...
Page 223 Software. unless it is in connection with the sale of the mobile device 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung which the Software accompanied. In such event, the transfer Electronics Co. and its affiliates may collect and use...
Page 224 License will terminate automatically without ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE DEEMED TO ALTER THIS notice from Samsung Electronics Co. if you fail to comply DISCLAIMER BY SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. OF WARRANTY with any of the terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon...
Page 225 ANY THIRD PARTY APPLICATION PROVIDER OR THE USE TO policy, if such a policy exists. SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. WHICH SUCH PERSONAL INFORMATION MAY BE PUT BY SUCH THIRD PARTY APPLICATION PROVIDER. ANY THIRD...
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Index Accessibility settings Back key 24 Calculator 79 services 180 Battery Calendar 80 Accounts charging 12 Call log adding a Google account 42 cover, installing 7 creating/updating contacts 60 setting up 42 cover, removing 6 managing 60 Airplane mode 137 indicator 11 sending messages 60 Applications 37...
Page 231 Camcorder updating from Keypad 47 recording video 85 Creating a Playlist 105 FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) settings 86 Regulations for Wireless Camera Display / Touch-Screen 199 Devices 206 settings 83 Display settings FCC Notice and Cautions 208 taking pictures 82 brightness 150 Care and Maintenance 201 font style and size 152...
Page 232 Google Gmail 72 Hand motions 28 Maps 98 managing an account 44 HDMI Port 23 Memory Card Maps 98 Health and Safety Information 187 erasing 130 Navigation 107 Home key 24 installing 9 Play Store 108 Home screen 31 removing 10 setting up an account 42 adding shortcuts 36 Memory card...
Page 233 Mobile Hotspot using your phone as a hotspot 125 Namecards Pairing with Bluetooth 121 Mobile networks sending 51 PC Connections 122 settings 138 Navigation 24 Phone settings Motions 26 command keys 35 Date & time 179 Music touch gestures 25 language 163 Music Player 101 Notification Panel 29...
Page 234 Certification Information 192 configuring 40 using an unlock pattern 19 Speed Dials entering text 40 USB Power/Accessory Port 22 assigning 54 Samsung Mobile Products and USB settings removing or reassigning 54 Recycling 198 mass storage device 123 Standard Limited Warranty 211 Security...
Page 235 Videos Warranty Information 211 YouTube 114 recording 85 Widgets 35 Voicemail Wi-Fi checking 16 adding a connection setting up 16 manually 120 Volume scanning and connecting 120 key 22 settings 132 turning on or off 119 accessing 122 using your phone as a hotspot 125 settings 141 Wireless Networking Bluetooth 121...

Samsung Galaxy S III SCH-R530 User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

Section 2: Understanding Your Phone

Section 3: Accounts and Contacts

Section 4: Calling

Section 5: Messaging

Section 6: Applications and Widgets

Section 7: Connections

Section 8: Settings

Section 9: Health and Safety Information

Section 10: Warranty Information

Index

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