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- Page 1 SM-J500F/DS User Manual English (HK). 08/2015. Rev.1.1 www.samsung.com/hk...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Basics Gallery Smart Manager Read me first S Planner Package contents Video Device layout Voice Recorder Battery My Files SIM or USIM card Memo Memory card Clock Turning the device on and off Calculator Touchscreen Radio Home screen Google apps Lock screen Notification panel... - Page 3 Table of Contents Themes Lock screen and security Privacy Easy mode Accessibility Accounts Backup and reset Language and input Battery Storage Accessories Date and time User manual About device Appendix Troubleshooting...
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Page 4: Basics
• D efault apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers. -
Page 5: Package Contents
• A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty. -
Page 6: Device Layout
Basics Device layout Speaker Flash Front camera Proximity/Light sensor Power key Touchscreen Home key Recents key Back key Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack GPS antenna Rear camera Flash Loud speaker Volume key Back cover Main antenna... -
Page 7: Key Function
• D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction. -
Page 8: Battery
Basics Battery Installing the battery Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. Insert the battery with the battery’s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the device’s contacts. -
Page 9: Removing The Battery
Basics Replace the back cover. Removing the battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. -
Page 10: Charging The Battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. -
Page 11: Reducing The Battery Consumption
Basics Viewing the remaining charging time While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Battery. The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions. -
Page 12: Power Saving Mode
If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Power saving mode Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions. -
Page 13: Sim Or Usim Card
SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. -
Page 14: Using Dual Sim Or Usim Cards
Basics Removing the SIM or USIM card Remove the back cover and battery. Pull out the SIM or USIM card. Using dual SIM or USIM cards If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. -
Page 15: Memory Card
Basics Memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • S ome memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it. -
Page 16: Turning The Device On And Off
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data. -
Page 17: Touchscreen
Basics Touchscreen • D o not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • T o avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips. - Page 18 Basics Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
- Page 19 Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.
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Page 20: Home Screen
Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen. -
Page 21: Home Screen Options
Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more. -
Page 22: Creating Folders
Basics Moving and removing an item Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen. -
Page 23: Managing Panels
Basics Managing panels On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel. To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. - Page 24 Basics Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.
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Page 25: Indicator Icons
Basics Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common. The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen. -
Page 26: Lock Screen
On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Screen lock type, and then select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. -
Page 27: Notification Panel
Basics Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. -
Page 28: Screen Mirroring
Basics Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate some features. Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area to view more buttons. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button. To rearrange buttons, tap EDIT, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location. Screen Mirroring View your device’s displayed content on a larger screen via a wireless connection. -
Page 29: Entering Text
Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Hide the keyboard. -
Page 30: Screen Capture
Basics • : Enter text by voice. Start or pause entering text by Open the keyboard. voice. • : Enter emoticons. • : Change the keyboard settings. Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. Drag to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Tap Copy or Cut. -
Page 31: Opening Apps
Device and data management Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. • M obile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from Galaxy Apps or Play Store. - Page 32 Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.
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Page 33: Updating The Device
Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software. On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch to download and install Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable. -
Page 34: Backing Up And Restoring Data
Basics Backing up and restoring data Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information to a backup account and access it later. You must sign in to your Google account to back up or restore data. Refer to Accounts for more information. -
Page 35: Applications
Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 36: Phone
Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Applications → Application manager, select an app, and then tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL. -
Page 37: Making An International Call
Applications to make a voice call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list. Preview the phone number. Delete a preceding character. Hide the keypad. Send a message. Making calls from the locked screen On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. -
Page 38: Receiving Calls
Applications Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards. To create various rejection messages, open the Apps screen and tap Phone →... -
Page 39: Contacts
Applications • M essage: Send a message. • I nternet: Browse webpages. • C ontacts: Open the contacts list. • S Planner: Open the calendar. • M emo: Create a memo. • : End the current call. Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. -
Page 40: Messages
Applications Importing contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts → MORE → Settings → Import/Export contacts → IMPORT and select an import option. Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: •... -
Page 41: Viewing Messages
Applications Add recipients and enter a message. Access additional options. Enter recipients. Select contacts from the contacts list. Enter a message. Attach files. Send the message. to send the message. Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. -
Page 42: Internet
Applications Internet Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen. Access additional options. -
Page 43: Email
Applications Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Tap Email on the Apps screen. Enter the email address and password, and then tap NEXT. To manually register a company email account, tap MANUAL SETUP. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. -
Page 44: Camera
Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Basic shooting You can take photos or record videos. View your photos and videos in Gallery. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Camera etiquette • D o not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. •... -
Page 45: Auto Mode
Applications On the preview screen, swipe to the right to access the list of shooting modes. Or, swipe to the left to view photos and videos you have captured. • T he preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. - Page 46 Applications Pro mode Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Pro. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a photo. • : Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.
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Page 47: Wide Selfie
Applications Beauty face Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Beauty face. Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. Tap MODE →... - Page 48 Applications Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self-portrait. The device will take additional photos when the white frame moves to each end of the viewfinder window. • M ake sure to keep the white frame inside the viewfinder window. •...
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Page 49: Camera Settings
Applications Sound & shot Take a photo with sound. The device identifies the photos with in Gallery. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Sound & shot. Sports Take a photo of fast-moving subjects. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Sports. Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen, use the following quick settings. -
Page 50: Gallery
Applications • G esture control: Set the device to detect your palm, so you can use it to take self- portraits. • S ave pictures as previewed: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene, when taking photos with the front camera. •... -
Page 51: Deleting Images Or Videos
Applications Select an image or a video. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. To play a video, tap Move to the previous screen. More options Modify the image. Share the image with others. Delete the image. To hide or show the menus, tap the screen. Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image or a video and tap Delete at the bottom of the screen. -
Page 52: Smart Manager
Applications Smart Manager Introduction The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with one tap of your finger. Using the quick optimisation feature On the Apps screen, tap Smart Manager →... -
Page 53: Device Security
Applications Using the Smart manager On the Apps screen, tap Smart Manager and select a feature. Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features and closing apps that are consuming an excessive amount of battery power. -
Page 54: S Planner
Applications S Planner Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner. Creating events Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. or double-tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Enter event details. -
Page 55: Creating Tasks
Applications Creating tasks Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. → Tasks. Enter task details and tap TODAY or TOMORROW to set a due date. To add more details, tap Tap SAVE to save the task. Syncing events and tasks with your accounts On the Apps screen, tap Settings →... -
Page 56: Video
Applications Video Watch videos stored in the device and customise playback settings. Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Access additional options. Pause and resume Rewind or playback. fast-forward by dragging the bar. Change screen ratio. Adjust the volume. -
Page 57: Voice Recorder
Applications Voice Recorder Use this app to record or play voice memos. On the Apps screen, tap Tools → Voice Recorder. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. Tap Pause to pause recording. Start recording. to finish recording. -
Page 58: My Files
Applications My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device. On the Apps screen, tap Tools → My Files. • C ategory: View files by category. • L ocal storage: View files stored in the device. •... -
Page 59: Clock
Applications Clock Introduction Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. Alarm On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm. Setting alarms Tap ADD in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap SAVE. -
Page 60: Calculator
Applications Stopwatch On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Stopwatch. Tap START to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP. Tap STOP to stop timing. To restart the timing, tap RESUME. To clear lap times, tap RESET. Timer On the Apps screen, tap Clock →... -
Page 61: Radio
Applications Radio Listening to the FM radio Tap Radio on the Apps screen. Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time. -
Page 62: Google Apps
Applications Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Accounts for more information. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. - Page 63 Applications Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Hangouts Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls while you are chatting. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device. Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase.
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Page 64: Settings
Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. To edit the list of frequently used settings, tap EDIT. Then, tick items to add or deselect items to remove. -
Page 65: Sending And Receiving Data
Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature. -
Page 66: Bluetooth
• D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it. -
Page 67: Flight Mode
Settings Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select an image. -
Page 68: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering
Settings Mobile hotspot and tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering. You may incur additional charges when using this feature. -
Page 69: Data Usage
Settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. On the Settings screen, tap Data usage. • M obile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. •... -
Page 70: Mobile Networks
Settings Mobile networks Configure your mobile network settings. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile networks. • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • A ccess Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). •... -
Page 71: Sounds And Notifications
Settings Select a printer plug-in and install it. Select a printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it. The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device. To add printers manually, tap MORE → Add printer → ADD PRINTER. To change print settings, tap MORE →... -
Page 72: Display
Settings Display Change the display settings. On the Settings screen, tap Display. • B rightness: Adjust the brightness of the display. • O utdoor mode: Activate outdoor mode to make the display easier to see in bright conditions. •... -
Page 73: Themes
You can also access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device. • U nknown sources: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources. -
Page 74: Easy Mode
Settings Easy mode Easy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on the Home screen. Switching to easy mode On the Settings screen, tap Easy mode → Easy mode. Tap DONE. Returning to standard mode Swipe to the left on the Home screen and tap Settings →... -
Page 75: Accounts
On the Settings screen, tap Accounts → Add account. Tap Samsung account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps requiring your Samsung account without the sign in procedure. -
Page 76: Backup And Reset
• L anguage: Select a display language for all menus and apps. • D efault keyboard: Select a default keyboard type for text input. • S amsung Chinese IME: Change the Samsung Chinese IME keyboard settings. • S amsung keyboard: Change the Samsung keyboard settings. -
Page 77: Battery
Settings Battery View battery power information and change power saving options. On the Settings screen, tap Battery. The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions. -
Page 78: Date And Time
Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. On the Settings screen, tap Date and time. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset. -
Page 79: Appendix
Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •... - Page 80 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • I f the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
- Page 81 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Charge the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • I f the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
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Page 82: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Camera
• F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •... -
Page 83: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located
Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device. - Page 84 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.