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  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    ● or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and are subject to change without prior notice. Access the Samsung website ( www.samsung.com ) for the latest version of the manual. Available features and additional services may vary by ●...
  • Page 3 Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by users. You may incur additional charges for data services, such as ●...
  • Page 4: Instructional Icons

    No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics. Using this manual...
  • Page 5 Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ● trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ ™ The Android logo, Google , Google Maps , Google ● ™ ™ ™ ™ Mail , YouTube , Google Play Store, Google Latitude ™ and Google Talk are trademarks of Google, Inc.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ............10 Unpack ....................10 Device layout ..................11 Keys ......................12 Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery ......13 Charge the battery ................15 Insert a memory card (optional) ..........18 Attach a hand strap (optional) ........... 21 Getting started ..........
  • Page 7 Internet ....................85 Latitude ....................89 Maps ...................... 90 Play Store ..................... 92 Navigation ................... 93 Local ....................... 93 Samsung Apps .................. 94 YouTube ....................94 Connectivity ............97 USB connections ................97 Wi-Fi ....................... 99 Wi-Fi Direct ..................101 Mobile network sharing ..............
  • Page 8 Bluetooth ................... 104 GPS ....................... 106 VPN connections ................107 Tools ..............110 Calculator ..................110 Clock ....................110 Downloads ..................111 Search ....................111 My Files ....................112 Quickoffice ..................113 SIM Toolkit ..................114 Settings ............115 Access the setting options ............115 Wi-Fi .....................
  • Page 9 Back up and reset ................124 Date and time .................. 125 Accessibility ..................125 Developer options ................. 126 About device ..................127 Troubleshooting ..........128 Index ..............134 Contents...
  • Page 10: Assembling

    ● Battery ● Quick start guide ● Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. The items supplied with your device and available ● accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 11: Device Layout

    Device layout Earpiece Volume key Touch screen Home key Back key Option key Microphone Headset jack Multifunction jack Camera lens GPS antenna Power/Reset/Lock Speaker Back cover Main antenna 1. Do not touch or cover the area around the antenna with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.
  • Page 12: Keys

    Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Access the device options (press and Reset1/ hold); Reset the device (press and Lock hold for 8-10 seconds); Turn off and lock the touch screen or turn it on. On the Home screen, launch the Google search application (press and hold);...
  • Page 13: Insert The Sim Or Usim Card And The Battery

    Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.
  • Page 14 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Your device has two SIM card slots to allow you to use two SIM or USIM cards, and switch between them. Use the SIM1 slot ( ) for your primary, or most frequently-used, SIM or USIM card.
  • Page 15: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the battery with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a computer with a USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables may cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 16: Charge With A Travel Adapter

    The device may heat up while charging. This is ● normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. If your device is not charging properly, take your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Assembling...
  • Page 17 When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device, and then from the electrical socket. Do not remove the battery while the device is connected to the travel adapter. Doing so may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use.
  • Page 18: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    32 GB (depending on the memory card manufacturer and type). Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card. It may also corrupt data saved on the memory card.
  • Page 19 Your device supports only the FAT file structure for ● memory cards. If you insert a memory card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card. Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the ●...
  • Page 20: Remove A Memory Card

    › Remove a memory card Ensure that the device is not currently accessing the memory card. In the application list, select Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card. Select OK (if necessary). Remove the back cover. Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device.
  • Page 21: Attach A Hand Strap (Optional)

    Attach a hand strap (optional) Remove the back cover. Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. Replace the back cover. Assembling...
  • Page 22: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn on or off your device Press and hold the Power key. Enter the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select OK (if necessary). If you are turning on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.
  • Page 23: Use The Touch Screen

    Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the touch screen. Do not press the touch screen with your fingertips, ● or use sharp tools on the touch screen. Doing so may damage the touch screen or cause it to malfunction.
  • Page 24 Control your touch screen with the following actions: Touch once to select or launch a menu, option, or application. Tap and hold Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds. Drag Tap an item and move it to a new location.
  • Page 25 Double-tap Tap an item twice quickly. Flick Briskly scroll up, down, left, or right to move through lists or screens. Pinch Place two of your fingers far apart, and then pinch them together. Your device turns off the touch screen when you do ●...
  • Page 26: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And The Keys

    Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys When you do not use the device for a specified period, your device turns off the touch screen and locks the touch screen and the keys automatically to prevent unintended operations. To lock the touch screen and the keys manually, press the Power key.
  • Page 27: Indicator Icons

    › Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition No signal Signal strength Connected to GPRS network Connected to EDGE network Connected to UMTS network Connected to HSDPA network Wi-Fi AP connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS activated Call in progress...
  • Page 28: Use The Notifications Panel

    Icon Definition Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level › Use the notifications panel To open the notifications panel, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards. To hide the panel, drag the bottom of the panel upwards.
  • Page 29: Move An Item On The Home Screen

    › Move an item on the Home screen Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. › Remove an item from the Home screen Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to the rubbish bin. Getting started...
  • Page 30: Use Widgets

    › Add or remove a panel from the Home screen You can add or remove Home screen panels to organise widgets. On the Home screen, place two fingers on the screen and pinch them together to switch to Edit mode. Add, remove, or reorganise panels: To remove a panel, tap and hold the panel’s thumbnail ●...
  • Page 31: Access Applications

    Access applications Launch applications and take full advantage of features on your device. You can reorganise the application list to match your preferences, or download applications from the Internet to enhance your device’s functionality. On the Home screen, select to access the application list.
  • Page 32: Download An Application

    Select Save. › Download an application In the application list, select Play Store or Samsung Apps. Search for an application and download it to the device. To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, you must select Settings →...
  • Page 33: Launch Multiple Applications

    › Access recently-used applications Press and hold the Home key to view the applications you have accessed recently. Select an application. Launch multiple applications Your device allows you to multitask by running multiple applications at the same time. To launch multiple applications, press the Home key while using an application.
  • Page 34: Customise Your Device

    Customise your device Get more from your device by changing settings to match your preferences. › Change the display language In the application list, select Settings Language and → input → Language. Select a language. › Turn on or off the touch tones In the application list, select Settings Sound Touch...
  • Page 35: Change The Display Font

    If you forget your password, take your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of passwords ● or private information, or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 36 Set an unlock pattern In the application list, select Settings → Security → Screen lock → Pattern. View the on-screen instructions and the example pattern, and then select Next. Draw a pattern to connect at least 4 dots and select Continue. Draw the pattern again to confirm and select Confirm.
  • Page 37: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    To use this feature, you must create a Samsung account for controlling the device remotely via the Internet. In the application list, select Settings →...
  • Page 38: Switch Sim Or Usim Cards

    Select Alert message. Enter the text message that will be sent to the recipients and select OK. Add recipients: Select Create and enter phone numbers manually, ● including the country code and the + symbol. Select phone numbers from your contact list by ●...
  • Page 39: Network Service

    › Change the names and icons of the SIM or USIM cards In the application list, select Settings → SIM card manager. Select a SIM or USIM card, and then select the name of the SIM or USIM card. Select Select icon →...
  • Page 40: Enter Text

    Enter text You can enter text by speaking words into the microphone, by selecting characters on the virtual keypad, or by writing on the screen. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.
  • Page 41: Enter Text With The Samsung Keypad

    › Enter text with the Samsung keypad From a text field, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards to open the notifications panel. Select Select input method → Configure input methods, and then select next to Samsung keyboard Portrait keyboard types →...
  • Page 42: Copy And Paste Text

    When entering text with the 3x4 keypad, you can use the following modes: Mode Function 1. Select to switch to ABC mode. 2. Select a corresponding virtual key until the appropriate character appears. 1. Select to switch to Number mode. 2.
  • Page 43: Communication

    Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call, or customising and using call-related features. To prevent accidental inputs, your device locks the touch screen during a call automatically. To unlock the touch screen, double-tap .
  • Page 44: Answer A Call

    › Answer a call During an incoming call, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle. To mute the ringtone, press the Volume key. Select End call to end the call. › Reject a call During an incoming call, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle.
  • Page 45 › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options during a voice call: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select Hold. To retrieve a held call, ●...
  • Page 46: Set Auto Rejection

    › View and dial a missed call Your device will show missed calls. To return the call, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards to open the notifications panel, and then select the missed call notification. › Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from specified numbers automatically.
  • Page 47: Set Call Diverting

    › Activate Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode In FDN mode, your device will prevent outgoing calls to any number that is not saved in the FDN list on your SIM or USIM card. In the application list, select Phone. Press the Option key and select Call settings →...
  • Page 48: Set Call Barring

    › Set call barring Call barring is a network feature that restricts certain types of calling or prevents others from making calls with your device. In the application list, select Phone. Press the Option key and select Call settings → Additional settings →...
  • Page 49: Messages

    Select a log entry to view its details. From the detail view, you can make a call, send a message to the number, or add the number to the contact list or the auto reject list. Messages Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages, and view or manage messages that you have sent or received.
  • Page 50: Send A Multimedia Message

    › Send a multimedia message In the application list, select Messaging → Add recipients: Enter phone numbers or email addresses manually and ● separate them with a semicolon or a comma. Select phone numbers or email addresses from your ● call, message, or contact lists by selecting .
  • Page 51: Google Mail

    › Listen to a voicemail message If you have set your device to divert missed calls to the voicemail server, callers may leave voicemail messages when you miss calls. In the application list, select Phone → Keypad, and then tap and hold Follow the instructions from the voicemail server.
  • Page 52: View An Email Message

    Select the text field and enter your email text. Press the Option key and select Attach file, and then attach a file. To send the message, select . If you are offline or outside your service area, the message will be held in the message thread until you are online and inside your service area.
  • Page 53: Email

    To hide the message, press the Option key and select Mute. ● All mail from the → To view hidden messages, select ● label list. To add the message to the spam list, press the Option key ● and select Report spam. To change the email settings, press the Option key and ●...
  • Page 54 › Send an email message In the application list, select Email → Add recipients: Enter email addresses manually and separate them with ● a semicolon or a comma. Select email addresses from your call, message, or ● contact lists by selecting Select the subject field and enter a subject.
  • Page 55: Talk

    → To print the message via Wi-Fi or USB, press the Option key ● and select Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. To create a new message, press the Option key and select ● Compose. To save the email addresses of the recipients to the ●...
  • Page 56: Chaton

    › Add a contact to your friend list In the application list, select Talk → Enter a friend’s email address, and then select DONE. When your friend accepts the invitation, he or she is added to your friend list. › Start a conversation In the application list, select Talk.
  • Page 57: Messenger

    Messenger Learn to send and receive instant messages from friends and family with the Google+ messenger instant messaging service. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In the application list, select Messenger. If you are launching this application for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
  • Page 58: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to take and view photos and videos. The camera turns off automatically when you do not ● use it for a specified period. The memory capacity may differ depending on the ● scene or shooting conditions. ›...
  • Page 59 Number Function Adjust the exposure value to change the brightness. Change the camera settings. View the storage location. Switch to the camcorder. Take a photo. View photos you have taken. To zoom in or out, press the Volume key. The zoom function may be unavailable when shooting in the highest resolution.
  • Page 60: Change The Shooting Mode

    To print the photo via Wi-Fi or USB, press the Option key ● and select Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. To change the name of a file, press the Option key and ● select Rename.
  • Page 61: Customise Camera Settings

    › Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select to access the following options: Option Function Edit shortcuts Edit shortcuts to frequently-used options. Shooting mode Change the shooting mode.  p. 60 ► Scene mode Change the scene mode. Adjust the exposure value to change the Brightness brightness.
  • Page 62: Record A Video

    Option Function Set the camera to include location information for your photos. To improve GPS reception, avoid ● shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low- lying areas, or in poor weather GPS tag conditions.
  • Page 63 Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Number Function Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). Apply a special effect. Adjust the exposure value to change the brightness. Change the camcorder settings. View the storage location.
  • Page 64: Customise Camcorder Settings

    Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos on memory cards with slow transfer speeds. After recording a video, select the image viewer to view it. To view more videos, scroll left or right.
  • Page 65: Gallery

    Option Function Select the length of the delay before the Timer camcorder starts recording a video. Effects Apply a special effect. Resolution Select a resolution option. Adjust the colour balance according to the White balance lighting conditions. Set to view the grid lines on the preview Guidelines screen.
  • Page 66: View An Image

    To set the image as your wallpaper or a contact image, ● press the Option key and select Set as. To print the image via Wi-Fi or USB, press the Option key ● and select Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Entertainment...
  • Page 67: Play A Video

    To change the name of a file, press the Option key and ● select Rename. To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ● select Scan for nearby devices. To view image details, press the Option key and select ●...
  • Page 68: Video Player

    Video Player Learn to use the video player. Some file formats are not supported depending on ● the device’s software. If a file size exceeds the memory available, an error ● may occur when you try to open the file. Playback quality may vary by content type.
  • Page 69 Number Function Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Change the ratio of the video screen. Restart playback; Skip to the previous file (tap within 3 seconds); Scan backwards in the file (tap and hold). Adjust the volume.
  • Page 70: Music Player

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the Internet.  p. 85 ► ● Download from a computer with Samsung Kies.  p. 97 ► ● Download from a computer with Windows Media Player. ●...
  • Page 71: Play Music

    Receive via Bluetooth.  p. 106 ► ● Receive via Wi-Fi.  p. 102 ► ● Copy to your memory card. ● › Play music In the application list, select Music Player. → Select a music category a music file. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Activate Shuffle mode.
  • Page 72 Number Function Change the repeat mode. Sort music files by mood. Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Open the playlist. Skip to the next file; Scan forwards in the file (tap and hold). You can control the music player with a headset. On the Home screen, press and hold the headset button to launch the music player.
  • Page 73: Create A Playlist

    › Create a playlist In the application list, select Music Player → Playlists. Press the Option key and select Create playlist. Enter a title for your new playlist and select OK. Select Add music. Select the files to include and select Done. ›...
  • Page 74: Fm Radio

    FM Radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. › Listen to the FM radio Plug a headset into your device. In the application list, select FM Radio.
  • Page 75: Save Radio Stations Automatically

    Number Function Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. Access services for the current station, such as downloading music files or calling the station. This option may be unavailable depending on your region. Search for an available radio station. ›...
  • Page 76 › Customise FM radio settings In the application list, select FM Radio. Press the Option key and select Settings. Change the following options: Option Function Select a memory location for saving Storage FM radio clips. Set to show the station ID on the FM radio screen.
  • Page 77: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts saved in your device’s memory or on a SIM or USIM card. You can save names, phone numbers, email addresses, and more for your contacts. ›...
  • Page 78: Create A Group Of Contacts

    › Set a speed dial number In the application list, select Contacts → Contacts. Press the Option key and select Speed dial setting. → Select a location number a contact. You can call a speed dial number by tapping and holding the location number on the dialling screen.
  • Page 79: Copy A Contact

    › Copy a contact Copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device In the application list, select Contacts → Contacts. Press the Option key and select Import/Export → Import from SIM card. Select a SIM or USIM card. Select a memory location.
  • Page 80: S Planner

    Select a memory location. Select an option for importing a single contact file, multiple contact files, or all contact files, and then select Select contact files to import, and then select OK. Export contacts In the application list, select Contacts →...
  • Page 81: View An Event Or Task

    › Change the view mode In the application list, select S Planner. Select the drop-down menu at the top of the screen. Select a view mode. Month: A full month in one view ● Week: Hourly blocks for the days in one full week ●...
  • Page 82: Memo

    › Stop an event alarm If you set a reminder for a calendar event, an alarm will sound at the specified time. Tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards to open the notifications panel. Select the event notification. Select an event to view more details.
  • Page 83: Voice Recorder

    To print the memo via Wi-Fi or USB, select . Your ● device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. You can send the memo to others or share it by tapping and holding the memo and selecting Send or Share.
  • Page 84: Customise Voice Recorder Settings

    › Customise voice recorder settings In the application list, select Voice Recorder. Press the Option key and select Settings. Change the following options: Option Function Select a memory location for saving Storage voice memos. Default name Enter a prefix for naming voice memos. Recording Select a quality level for voice memos.
  • Page 85: Web

    You may incur additional charges for accessing the Internet and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite webpages. This feature may be labelled differently depending on ● your region or service provider. Available icons may vary depending on your region or ●...
  • Page 86 Number Function View your bookmarks, frequently-visited pages, and recent Internet history. View thumbnails of active browser windows. While browsing a webpage, access the following options: To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and ● slowly spread them apart or pinch them together. To return to the original size, double-tap the screen.
  • Page 87: Search For Information By Voice

    Downloads. To print the webpage via Wi-Fi or USB, press the Option key ● and select Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. To change the browser settings, press the Option key and ● select Settings.
  • Page 88: Download A File From The Internet

    Bookmarks. From → To view your bookmarks, select the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark to access the following options: To open the webpage in the current window, select Open. ● To open a new window, select Open in new window. ●...
  • Page 89: Latitude

    In the application list, select Internet. Search for a file or application and download it to the device. To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, you must select Settings → Security → Unknown sources. › View your recent history In the application list, select Internet →...
  • Page 90: Maps

    Maps ™ Learn to use the Google Maps mapping service to find your location, search for places, and get directions. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. You must activate location services to find your ●...
  • Page 91: Get Directions To A Specific Destination

    To save a map for offline viewing, press the Option key and ● select Make available offline. To get directions to a specific destination, press the Option ● key and select Directions. To add layers of additional information to the map or ●...
  • Page 92: Play Store

    Play Store Your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Play Store provides a quick and easy way to shop for mobile applications. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. Your device will save user files from downloaded ●...
  • Page 93: Navigation

    Navigation Learn to get spoken directions to your destination. Navigation maps, your current location, and other ● navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving and follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving.
  • Page 94: Samsung Apps

    You can add more categories by pressing the Option key and selecting Add a search. Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to easily download a wide range of applications and updates for your device. With fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps, your device becomes even smarter.
  • Page 95 › Play a video In the application list, select YouTube. Select a video. Rotate the device to the landscape view. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Pause or resume playback. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging the bar.
  • Page 96: Upload A Video

    › Upload a video In the application list, select YouTube. Select your account. → Select a video. If you are uploading a video for the first time, select a network type to upload a video. Enter the details of the upload and select Upload.
  • Page 97: Connectivity

    USB hub. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your computer. You can download the program from the Samsung website. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer.
  • Page 98: Connect As A Media Device

    › Connect as a media device You can connect your device to a computer and access media files stored on your device. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable. Tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards to open the notifications panel.
  • Page 99: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 standards. You can connect to the Internet or other network devices anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available. ›...
  • Page 100: Connect To A Wi-Fi Ap With A Protected Setup

    › Connect to a Wi-Fi AP with a protected setup You can connect to a secured AP with a WPS button or WPS PIN. To use this method, your wireless access point must have a WPS button. Connect with a WPS button In the application list, select Settings →...
  • Page 101: Wi-Fi Direct

    › Set the static IP settings In the application list, select Settings → Wi-Fi. → Show advanced options. Select an AP Select the IP settings drop-down menu. Select Static. Change the IP settings. Select Connect. Wi-Fi Direct Learn to use the Wi-Fi Direct feature to connect two devices via Wi-Fi without requiring an AP.
  • Page 102: Mobile Network Sharing

    › Send data via Wi-Fi Select a file or item from an appropriate application. Select an option for sending data via Wi-Fi. The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Search for and select another device. › Receive data via Wi-Fi When you receive data, it is saved to your device automatically.
  • Page 103: Share Your Device's Mobile Network Via Usb

    Select Configure to configure network settings to use your device as an AP. Option Function Edit the device name that will be Network SSID shown to other devices. Security Select a security type. Enter a password to prevent unapproved access to your mobile Password network.
  • Page 104: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Learn to exchange data or media files with other devices via Bluetooth. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with ●...
  • Page 105: Send Data Via Bluetooth

    › Activate the Bluetooth feature In the application list, select Settings and then drag the Bluetooth switch to the right. › Find and pair with another device In the application list, select Settings → Bluetooth → Scan. Select a device. Select OK to match the Bluetooth PIN between two devices.
  • Page 106: Gps

    › Receive data via Bluetooth In the application list, select Settings → Bluetooth and then select the tick box next to your device. When prompted, select OK to match the Bluetooth PIN or enter the Bluetooth PIN and select OK (if necessary). Select Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data.
  • Page 107: Vpn Connections

    › Activate location services You must activate location services to receive location information or search the map. In the application list, select Settings → Location services. Change the following options: Option Function Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks to find your location. Use wireless networks You may incur additional charges...
  • Page 108 › Set up a VPN profile In the application list, select Settings → More settings → Add VPN network. → Change the following options: Option Function Name Enter a name for the VPN server. Type Select a VPN type. Server address Enter the address of the VPN server. L2TP secret Enter an L2TP secret password.
  • Page 109 Option Function PPP encryption Set to encrypt data before sending it to (MPPE) the VPN server. Show Set to change the advanced network advanced settings. options The options available may vary depending on the VPN type. When you are finished, select Save. ›...
  • Page 110: Tools

    Tools Calculator Learn to perform calculations with your device. In the application list, select Calculator. Use the keys on the screen to perform basic calculations. Rotate the device to the landscape view to use the scientific calculator. If you have prevented the display from rotating when you rotate the device, press the Option key and select Scientific calculator.
  • Page 111: Downloads

    › Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds, To stop the alarm, select and then drag your finger ● outside of the large circle. To silence the alarm for the snooze period, select ● then drag your finger outside of the large circle. Downloads Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the web.
  • Page 112: My Files

    My Files Learn to access various types of files saved in your device. › Supported file formats Your device supports the following file formats: Type Format Image bmp, gif, jpg, png, wbmp Video 3gp, mp4, mkv Music mp3, m4a, 3gp, mp4, ogg, amr Sound wav, imy, midi, amr doc, docx, pdf, ppt, pptx, txt, xls, xlsx, htm,...
  • Page 113: Quickoffice

    From the folder list, press the Option key to access the following options: To create folders for managing files, select Create folder. ● To delete files or folders, select Delete. ● To search for files saved in your device, select Search. ●...
  • Page 114: Sim Toolkit

    Select a Quickoffice program. Select extSdCard → a document file. To open a recently-used file, select a file under Recent Documents. View the document. SIM Toolkit Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. Depending on your SIM or USIM card, this application may be labelled differently.
  • Page 115: Settings

    Settings Access the setting options In the application list, select Settings. Select a setting category, and then select an option. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi AP and access the Internet or other network devices. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.
  • Page 116: More Settings

    More settings Change the settings to control connections with other devices or networks. › Flight mode Activate Flight mode to disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network features. › Mobile networks Mobile data: Set to use data connections on any mobile ●...
  • Page 117: Sim Card Manager

    › Wi-Fi Direct Activate the Wi-Fi Direct feature to connect two devices via Wi-Fi without requiring an AP. › Set up and manage virtual private networks (VPNs). SIM card manager Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings.
  • Page 118: Display

    Display Change the settings to control the display and backlight on your device. Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the display. ● Screen timeout: Select the length of time that the device ● waits before turning off the display backlight. Auto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate ●...
  • Page 119: Battery

    Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Applications manager View and manage the applications on your device. Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. Location services Change the settings for location services. Use wireless networks: Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile ●...
  • Page 120 - Shortcuts: Set to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. - Clock: Set to show the clock on the locked screen. - Dual clock: Set to show the dual clock on the locked screen.
  • Page 121 Remote controls: Set to allow control of your lost or stolen ● device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung and Google accounts. - Account registration: Add or view your Samsung and Google accounts.
  • Page 122: Language And Input

    Block offensive words: Set to prevent the device from ● recognising offensive words in voice inputs. › Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keypad settings, select . Portrait keyboard types: Select a keypad type. ● Input language: Select input languages to use with the ●...
  • Page 123: Voice Search

    Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when you tap a ● key. Tutorial: View the tutorial for using the Samsung keypad. ● Reset settings: Reset the Samsung keypad settings to the ● factory defaults.
  • Page 124: Pointer Speed

    › Text-to-speech output Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To ● change the settings for speech synthesis engines, select . Speech rate: Select a speed for the TTS feature. ● Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an ●...
  • Page 125: Date And Time

    Date and time Change the settings to control how time and date appears on your device. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date will be reset. Automatic date and time: Set to receive time information ●...
  • Page 126: Developer Options

    Call answering/ending: ● - Answering key: Set to answer calls by pressing the Home key. - The power key ends calls: Set to end a call when you press the Power key. Accessibility shortcut: Add a shortcut to accessibility ● settings that appears when you press and hold the Power key.
  • Page 127: About Device

    Desktop backup password: Set a password to secure your ● backup data. Strict mode: Set the device to flash the screen when ● applications perform long operations. Show pointer location: Set to show the coordinates and ● traces of the pointer when you touch the screen. Show touches: Set to show the pointer when you touch ●...
  • Page 128: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: When the device lock feature is enabled, Password you must enter the password you set for the device.
  • Page 129: Calls Are Being Dropped

    If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take your ● device to a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is still responsive and an application is frozen, close the application with the task manager.
  • Page 130: Audio Quality Is Poor

    Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. ● Ensure that you have accessed the correct cellular network. ● Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone ● number you are dialling. Incoming calls are not connected Ensure that your device is turned on.
  • Page 131 Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or ● deleting files from your device. Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with ● the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 132: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Fm Radio

    If you still cannot use the FM radio after performing these steps, try accessing your desired station with another radio receiver. If you can hear the station with another receiver, your device may require service. Contact a Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your device for a number of reasons.
  • Page 133: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are ● within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with ●...
  • Page 134: Index

    Index alarms 110 camera changing camcorder applications settings 64 closing 33 changing camera deleting 32 settings 61 downloading 32 recording videos 62 launching 31 taking photos 58 multitasking 33 connectivity organising 31 Bluetooth 104 battery GPS connections 106 charging 15 mobile network inserting 13 sharing 102...
  • Page 135 58 Internet 85 viewing 66 key functions 12 Play Store 92 key tone 34 Quickoffice 113 maps Samsung Apps 94 getting directions 91 settings 115 searching for locations 90 silent mode 34 searching for places SIM/USIM card nearby 93...
  • Page 136 Bluetooth 104 via USB 103 via Wi-Fi 102 text input copy and paste 42 with Google voice input 40 with Samsung keypad 41 touch screen locking/unlocking 26 using 23 touch tone 34 unpack 10 USB connections as camera device 98...
  • Page 137 To install Samsung Kies (PC Sync) 1. Download the latest version of Samsung Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your computer. 2. Connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.

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