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- Page 1 A N D R O I D D E V I C E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
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Page 2: Open Source Software
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 THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ......4 My Content Screen .....22 Opening an Application ....23 Understanding This User Manual . - Page 7 Member Management ....50 Samsung Apps ......43 Security .
- Page 8 Samsung Products and Recycling ..60 Section 9: Warranty Information ....64 Care and Maintenance ....60 Standard Limited Warranty .
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Page 9: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1: Getting Started Use the HomeSync device to play multimedia files on large Note: All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual screens that support High Definition Multimedia Interface displays may vary depending on the software version of (HDMI). -
Page 10: Device Layout And Function
Device Layout and Function 1. Notification light: The notification light alerts you to the device’s status with the following colors. The following items can be found on the side and back of • Blue (steady) your device as illustrated. – Network connected –... -
Page 11: Package Contents
3. Functions button: Press to confirm secure pairing with Note: Some items, including monitors, smartphones, and your smartphone. peripherals, may not be compatible with the device. Press and hold for a few seconds to capture Package Contents a screenshot. 4. Power adaptor port: Connect a power cable to Check the product box for the following items. -
Page 12: Installation
Installation 2. Connect the device to a network by connecting the LAN cable to the LAN cable port on the device. To install your device, follow these simple steps: 1. Connect the device to a monitor that supports the High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) using the HDMI cable. -
Page 13: Restarting The Device
Restarting the Device 3. Connect the power adaptor to the device, and then connect the power cord to the electrical socket. If your device is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for more than 8 seconds. Note: Restarting may disconnect the device from your smartphone. -
Page 14: Turning On The Device
(see “Controlling a Screen” on page 18), and more. To use this feature, you must download HomeSync from Samsung Apps or the Google Play Store and install it on your smartphone. Note: When your smartphone supports the Near Field 2. - Page 15 NFC feature. 1. Activate the NFC feature on your smartphone. 1. Start HomeSync. 2. To start HomeSync, touch the back of your smartphone 2. Touch Menu Add device. to the NFC antenna area of the device.
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Page 16: Turning Off The Device
Turning Off the Device To turn off the device: Press and hold the Power button, and then select OK. For more information about how to control the screen, see “Controlling a Screen” on page 18. Caution! Do not disconnect the power adaptor from the device while applications are running. - Page 17 Wi-Fi networks. conditions above. Select one of the Wi-Fi networks in the list, enter the 2. Read the Samsung error log statement and check Yes password, and select Connect. Select and connect to or No, thanks. another Wi-Fi network or select Next to continue.
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Page 18: Device Name
Setting up accounts screen can be used to set up both This screen can be used to manually set the screen size of accounts. the TV or monitor you will be using with HomeSync, which Select Add account. will give you a better picture display. - Page 19 Google Play. 1. Select variety of services to learn more. The Got Google? screen can be used to sign in, if you already 2. Select Sign in if you already have a Samsung account. have a Google account. – or –...
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Page 20: Connecting To Audio Equipment
Connecting to Audio Equipment Make it Google This screen displays if you did not sign in to your You can connect the HomeSync device to audio equipment, Google account. such as home theaters. The Make it Google screen can be used to create a new To connect the device to audio equipment, use an Google account. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Some parts of screen are cut off: • Ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer. • Set the screen aspect ratio on your monitor to fit its original A network connection is not established when the LAN screen or select the auto aspect ratio setting manually. -
Page 22: Section 2: Basics
Section 2: Basics This section outlines some key features and basic functions of Interface your device. Features of Your Device • 2 external USB 3.0 connections • MicroUSB 1 PC Connection 11pin mUSB The following list outlines a few of the features included in your device. -
Page 23: Controlling A Screen
Controlling a Screen Control a TV or monitor screen by using your smartphone as a mouse or remote control. 1. Start HomeSync on your smartphone. 2. Select Remote control, and then switch to the control mode you want. Note: Available control modes may vary depending on the smartphone you use. - Page 24 Button Mode Using Touch Pad Use Button Mode to control the screen by using the Touch Touch the control pad to move the pointer. Tap the control Pad or Directional keys. pad to select a field. For more information about how to use the control pad, see On your smartphone, touch Menu “Using the Control Pad”...
- Page 25 Using the Control Pad Dragging (Touch Pad Mode) Tapping To open an application, to select an Drag left or right to move to on-screen button, or to enter a another page when the character using the on-screen is changed to a after keypad, tap it with your finger.
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Page 26: Screen Mirroring
Exiting the Remote Control all smartphones. Double-tapping the Back button will exit the Remote If your smartphone supports the Mirror Mouse feature, the Control function and return the user to the main HomeSync Remote Control screen includes the Mirror Mouse app screen. button. -
Page 27: Entering Text
Note: You can also connect a keyboard to the USB port on the device to enter text. On-screen Keyboard If you connect a mouse to the USB port on the HomeSync device, an on-screen keyboard displays when you place the cursor in a text input field. -
Page 28: Opening An Application
When you multi-task by running multiple applications at the same time, some applications may slow down. It may also cause memory shortage. Tip: The above buttons are also available on the HomeSync Close applications not in use to maintain screen on your smartphone. -
Page 29: Apps Screen
Apps Screen Installing Applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download The Apps screen displays icons for all applications, including and install applications. any new applications installed. To view and manage your downloaded applications: On the My content screen, select Apps. -
Page 30: Recommended Screen
On the Apps screen, select Samsung Apps or Play Store and then select Note: You must set up Wi-Fi before you can add a Samsung or Recommended Screen Google account. For more information, refer to “Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network” on page 28. -
Page 31: Notifications
Select New to sign up. The Notification Panel displays. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. “Samsung” Note: More than one Google account can be used on the device. Removing Accounts To remove an account: 1. On the Apps screen, select Settings and select an account name under Accounts. -
Page 32: Transferring Files
2. Select and hold a picture to select it. Transferring Files 3. Select any other pictures to include them for manual upload. Once HomeSync is activated, photos and videos taken with registered devices, such as smartphones and cameras, can 4. Select More options Share via and follow the be uploaded to the device automatically. -
Page 33: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Connecting to a PC 1. Connect the device to the computer using the Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or microUSB cable. share media files with other devices. Turning Wi-Fi On and Off 2. - Page 34 Adding Wi-Fi Networks If the desired network does not appear in the networks list: 1. Select Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. 2. Enter the network name in Network SSID. 3. Select the security type and enter the password if it is not an open network.
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Page 35: Section 3: Internet And Screen Mirroring
Section 3: Internet and Screen Mirroring Once you connect your HomeSync device to Wi-Fi, it can access the internet. Also, Screen Mirroring can be used to display your smartphone screen on your TV or monitor. Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. - Page 36 Navigating the Internet Using Browser Windows The following options are available for Internet navigation. You can have multiple windows open at one time and easily Command Keys switch between windows. 1. On the Apps screen, select Internet. To return to the previous page: 2.
- Page 37 History Download Images To open a webpage from the list of recently-visited To save and download an image: webpages: Select and hold the image and select Save image. Select Bookmarks History, and select To check downloaded files: the webpage. Select More options Downloads.
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Page 38: Screen Mirroring
1. On the Apps screen, select Screen Mirroring. Instructions display on the screen. 2. On your smartphone, activate the screen mirroring feature and select the device name. The screen of your smartphone or camera that currently uses the HomeSync application appears on the monitor screen. -
Page 39: Section 4: Media
Section 4: Media Accessing the Music App This section explains how to use the media features of your device including the Play Music app, Music Player, the On the Apps screen, select Play Music. Gallery, the Video Player, and YouTube. The Play Music app searches your online library and Play Music App your device’s internal storage for music and playlists. -
Page 40: Music Player
Music Player Select the album image to open the music player screen. Use this application to listen to music. On the My content screen, select Music Player. – or – On the Apps screen, select Music Player. Note: Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. -
Page 41: Gallery
Playing Music By Mood 6. Restart the currently-playing song or skip to the previous song. Select and hold to move Play music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically backwards quickly. created by the device. 7. Pause and resume playback. When a new song is added, select Music square 8. -
Page 42: Playing Videos
For more information, refer to “Video Player” on • Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it. page 38. • Print: Print with a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. • Details: Show file details. -
Page 43: Video Player
Video Player 1. Select More options and use the following functions: • Share via: Share the video. Use this application to play videos. • Change player: View the video using AllShare. On the My content screen, select Video Player. • Chapter preview: If chapter information is recorded in the –... -
Page 44: Youtube
Watching Videos 4. Restart the current video or skip to the previous video. Select and hold to move backwards quickly. To find and watch a video: 5. Pause and resume playback. 1. Select , and then enter a keyword. 6. Skip to the next video. Select and hold to move 2. -
Page 45: Section 5: Application And Media Stores
You MUST be in network coverage to license Media Content you 2. For more information, select More options Help. have acquired through the Service. – or – • You can use Wi-Fi connectivity in order to download Media 3. Visit samsung.com/us/mediahub/. Content. Application and Media Stores... -
Page 46: Play Store
Play Store • Unlike purchased Media Content, rented Media Content will be viewable on only 1 device in your account. Use this application to purchase and download applications, • Your Media Content may pause/stop or not download in networks games, movies, TV videos, and music that are able to run on where there is a weak signal. - Page 47 Installing Applications Uninstalling Applications To find, purchase, and install applications from Play Store: To uninstall the applications purchased from Play Store: 1. Browse applications by category or select 1. On the Recommended or Apps screen, select search with a keyword. Play Store 2.
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Page 48: Samsung Apps
Samsung applications. For more information, visit Panel to alert you of the update. Open the Notifications www.samsungapps.com. Panel and select the entry to update the application. 1. On the Recommended screen, select Samsung Apps. Uninstalling Applications – or – On the Apps screen, select Samsung Apps. -
Page 49: Play Movies & Tv
Play Movies & TV To uninstall free applications downloaded from Samsung Apps: Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or 1. On the Apps screen, select Settings. TV shows. 2. Select Application manager and select the 1. On the Apps screen, select Play Movies &... -
Page 50: Section 6: Utilities
Section 6: Utilities This section describes the various utility applications 3. After opening a document, select More options and available on your device such as POLARIS Office, Google use the following functions: search, My Files, Downloads, and McAfee Virus Scan. •... -
Page 51: Google
Google My Files To search the Internet: Use the My Files app to access all kinds of files stored in the device including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. 1. On the Apps screen, select Google. 1. On the Apps screen, select My Files. -
Page 52: Section 7: Settings
Section 7: Settings About Settings Setting Network Notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display a Use this application to configure the device, set application notification in the Notifications Panel to notify when available. options, and add accounts. 1. -
Page 53: Nearby Devices
Nearby Devices • Access control: Set whether or not to allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access your device. Search for other DLNA-enabled devices on the same Wi-Fi Sound network and allow the devices to share media files. • File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other Change settings for various sounds on the device. -
Page 54: Storage
Storage 3. Select the RUNNING tab. All the applications that are currently running on the View memory information for your device. device display. Note: The actual available capacity of the internal memory 4. Select Show cached processes to display all the cached is less than the specified capacity because the processes that are running. -
Page 55: Member Management
As indicated on the Member management screen, you can the guest device with the HomeSync App. If their add an administrator by using the HomeSync application on device does not support NFC, they mush tap the add your smartphone. - Page 56 2. Sign in to your Samsung account. To change the device administrator account: 3. Touch Menu Request guest requests. 1. On the HomeSync main screen on your smartphone, The Remote guest requests popup displays. select Setting Member management Menu Change administrator.
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Page 57: Security
Security Language and Input Change settings for securing the device. Change the settings for text input. • • Firewall: Activate an Internet firewall to protect your data from Language: Select a display language for all menus unapproved access. and applications. •... -
Page 58: Content Backup And Restoration
3. Select which data to back up and then select – Advanced: Change the advanced settings. Start backup. – Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. – Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. Caution! When you back up encrypted data to an external USB •... -
Page 59: Backup And Reset
– or – • Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. If you do have a Samsung account, select Sign in. • Automatic restore: Set to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device. -
Page 60: Mouseover
Adding Google Accounts 4. On the Remove account? pop-up, select Remove account. To add a Google account: Mouseover Follow the instructions that display when you open a Google application that requires a Google account. Set the options for previewing the content or viewing –... -
Page 61: Accessibility
Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. • Legal information: Display Open source licences, – Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for Google legal, Samsung legal, Privacy Alert, and an example. License settings information. •... -
Page 62: Updating The Device Software
Upgrading Over the Air (FOTA) • Device name: Display your device’s name. To change the device name, select to display the Device name pop-up, 1. On the Apps screen, select Settings enter a new name, and select OK. About device. •... -
Page 63: Section 8: Health And Safety Information
HomeSync device. The terms “HomeSync” or adopted this updated standard in a regulation. In August “device” are used in this section to refer to your HomeSync 1996, the FCC adopted a hybrid standard consisting of the device. Read this information before using your device. - Page 64 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 20 cm between the HomeSync device and your body. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Page 65: Samsung Products And Recycling
For more information about recycling your HomeSync, go to: explosion. Do not use the device with a wet hand. Doing http://mobile.samsungusa.com/recycling/index.jsp... -
Page 66: Operating Environment
Cleaning solutions • Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners, aerosol cleaners, harsh short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. - Page 67 When your Device is Wet The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times because it serves as the main power-disconnecting device. Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is Use only the manufacturer-provided AC adaptor approved for already on, turn it off.
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Page 68: Restricting Children's Access To Your Device
Restricting Children's Access to Your Other Important Safety Information Device • Only qualified personnel should service the device. Faulty service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it the device. -
Page 69: Section 9: Warranty Information
SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or HomeSync Device 1 Year adjustment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;... - Page 70 SAMSUNG Customer Care at 1-888-987-4357. If SAMSUNG’s sole option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new SAMSUNG determines that any Product is not covered by this parts or components when repairing any Product, or may Limited Warranty, you must pay all parts, shipping, and labor replace the Product with a rebuilt, reconditioned or new charges for the repair or return of such Product.
- Page 71 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 72 You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure by For any arbitration in which your total damage claims, providing notice to SAMSUNG no later than 30 calendar days exclusive of attorney fees and expert witness fees, are from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the $5,000.00 or less (“Small Claim”), the arbitrator may, if you...
- Page 73 To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort, it is recommended that the device be returned to Samsung’s Customer Care Center for an Extended File System (EFS) Clear which will eliminate all user memory and return all settings to default settings. Please contact the Samsung Customer Care Center for details.
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Page 74: End User License Agreement For Software
The Software is protected by copyright and other intellectual normal operation. BY USING THE DEVICE OR ITS PRELOADED property laws and treaties. Samsung or its suppliers own the SOFTWARE, YOU ACCEPT THE TERMS OF THIS EULA. IF YOU title, copyright and other intellectual property rights in the DO NOT ACCEPT THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE THE DEVICE OR Software. - Page 75 Update that Samsung may provide to you or make available to you after the date you 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its obtain your initial copy of the Software, unless we provide affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered other terms along with such Update.
- Page 76 License will terminate automatically without Unless your device is connected to the internet through Wi-Fi notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the connection, the Software will access through your mobile terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this...
- Page 77 WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, OBTAINED BY YOU FROM products and services. You agree that Samsung shall not be SAMSUNG OR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE DEEMED TO ALTER responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or...
- Page 78 (“Samsung Account”), and your LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL LOSSES, DAMAGES, CAUSES OF rights and obligations will be set forth in separate Samsung ACTION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE BASED ON Account terms and conditions and privacy policies. There are...
- Page 79 Notwithstanding the foregoing, and “commercial software documentation” with only those Samsung may apply for injunctive remedies (or an equivalent rights as are granted to all other end users pursuant to the type of urgent legal relief) in any jurisdiction.
- Page 80 Opt Out.” You must include in the opt out e-mail (a) your part of any award, but may not grant Samsung its attorney name and address; (b) the date on which the device was fees, expert witness fees or costs unless it is determined that purchased;...
- Page 81 Software, and you will continue to enjoy the benefits of this license. 17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software or any other subject matter covered by this EULA.
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Page 82: Index
Index Accessibility Settings 56 Care and Maintenance 60 Editing Images 37 Account Closing an Application 23 Electric Shock and Fire 62 adding 54 Connecting to a PC 28 Entering Text 22 removing 55 Control Pad 20 Ethernet 47 Accounts 54 Controlling a Screen 18 Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Adding an Account 54... - Page 83 Internet 30 Monitor 7 bookmarks 31 Mouseover 55 Gallery 36 download images 32 Music Player 35 Google history 32 My content 22 your account 14 opening links 32 My Files 46 Google Search 46 Keyboard Nearby Devices 48 HDMI connecting 22 Network cable 7 default 52...
- Page 84 17 HDMI cable 6 signing in 54 memory information 49 LAN cable 6 Samsung Keyboard Settings 53 microUSB 6 Samsung Products and Recycling 60 power adaptor 6 Screen S/PDIF cable 6 Apps 24 USB 6 controlling 18 Home 22...
- Page 85 Wi-Fi adding networks 29 Talkback 56 Video connecting to a network 28 Tapping 20 codec 17 turning on and off 28 Time Zone 55 playing 37 Wi-Fi Settings 47 Touch Pad 19 YouTube 39 Transferring Files 27 Video Player 38 Troubleshooting 16 YouTube 39 Turn Device On or Off 9...