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GT-I5801

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Page 2: ...nual may differ in appearance from the actual product Content in this user manual may differ from the product or from software provided by service providers or carriers and is subject to change without prior notice Refer to www samsungmobile com for the latest version of the user manual Available features and additional services may vary by device software or service provider Formatting and delive...

Page 3: ...phone keys for example represents the Power key You may upgrade your mobile device s software by accessing www samsungmobile com Sound sources wallpapers and images provided in this device are licenced for limited use between Samsung and their respective owners Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Samsung is not liable for such ...

Page 4: ... logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics The Android logo Google Search Google Maps Google Mail YouTube Android Market and GoogleTalk are registered trademarks of Google Inc Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and or its affiliates Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners Windows Me...

Page 5: ...ivX Certified device must be registered in order to play purchased DivXVideo on Demand VOD movies To obtain your registration code locate the DivXVOD section in your device setup menu Go to vod divx com for more information on how to complete your registration DivX DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of DivX Inc and are used under license Covered by one or more of the following U S ...

Page 6: ...ndroid Market 37 Download files from the web 38 Synchronize data 39 Search for information with Google Search 40 Assembling 10 Unpack 10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery 11 Charge the battery 12 Insert a memory card optional 14 Attach a hand strap optional 17 Getting started 18 Turn your device on and off 18 Get to know your device 18 Use the touch screen 22 Contents ...

Page 7: ...oice Recorder 81 Web 83 Internet 83 Samsung Apps 87 Market 87 Layar 88 Maps 88 Latitude 90 Places 91 Communication 41 Calling 41 Messaging 47 Google Mail 50 Email 52 Talk 54 Social Hub 55 Entertainment 56 Camera 56 Video Player 64 Gallery 66 Music Player 68 FM Radio 71 ...

Page 8: ... 108 Task Manager 108 ThinkFree Office 109 Voice Dialler 111 Voice Search 112 Write and go 112 Navigation 91 Google Search 92 YouTube 92 Daily briefing 94 Connectivity 95 Bluetooth 95 Wi Fi 97 AllShare 98 Mobile AP 101 USB tethering 102 PC connections 102 ...

Page 9: ...ate and time 125 About phone 125 Troubleshooting 126 Safety precautions 132 Settings 113 Access the Settings menu 113 Wireless and network 113 Call settings 115 Sound 116 Display 117 Location and security 117 Applications 119 Accounts and sync 120 Privacy 120 SD card and phone storage 120 ...

Page 10: ... malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer s warranty The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer The supplied accessories perform best for your device Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be compatib...

Page 11: ...ubscribe 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 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery If the device is on press and hold 1 and select Power off to turn it off ...

Page 12: ... a PC with a PC data cable Use only Samsung approved chargers and cables Unauthorized chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device Place the SIM or USIM card into the device with the gold colored contacts facing up If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card you can only use your device s non network services and some menus Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot ...

Page 13: ...e device While charging the device may heat up This is normal and should not affect your device s lifespan or performance If your device is not charging properly bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Center When your battery is low a warning tone and a low battery pop up message will appear The battery icon will also be empty and turn red If the battery level becomes too low the d...

Page 14: ...imum capacities of 32 GB depending on memory card manufacturer and type When the battery is fully charged unplug the travel 4 adapter from the device and then from the power outlet Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter Doing this may cause damage to the device Charge with the PC data cable Before charging ensure that your PC is turned on Open the cover of the multifunction j...

Page 15: ...our device Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards If you insert a 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 lifespan of memory cards When you ins...

Page 16: ...manufacturer s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card first unmount it for safe removal In Idle mode select 1 Applications Settings SD card and phone storage Unmount SD card OK Remove the back cover 2 Push the memory card gently until it disengages from 3 the device Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot 4 Rem...

Page 17: ...Assembling 17 Attach a hand strap optional Remove the back cover 1 Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over 2 the small projection Replace the back cover 3 ...

Page 18: ...t Power off Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as airplanes and hospitals To use your device s non network services only switch to Flight mode Press and hold and select Flight mode Get to know your device Device layout Proximity sensor Light sensor Touch screen Speaker Back key Home key Volume key Menu k...

Page 19: ...en Menu Open a list of options available on the current screen Open the Google Search bar press and hold Home Return to the idle screen Open the list of recent applications press and hold Back Return to the previous screen Volume Adjust the device s volume Speaker Multifunction jack Internal antenna Back cover Headset jack Power key Camera lens ...

Page 20: ...e activated Missed call Synchronized with the web Uploading data Downloading data Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider Icon Definition No signal Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected WLAN activated Bluetooth activated ...

Page 21: ...ration activated Music playback in progress Error occurred or caution required Battery power level 10 00 Current time Icon Definition Call diverting activated Connected to PC No SIM or USIM card Memory card inserted New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification ...

Page 22: ... it for more than 2 seconds to open a pop up option list Scroll Tap and drag your finger up down left or right to move to items on lists Drag and drop Tap and hold your finger on an item and then drag your finger to move the item Use the touch screen Your device s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions Learn basic actions to use the touch screen To avoid scratching the touc...

Page 23: ...ems in applications widgets or folders To add items to the idle screen Press 1 Add Double tap Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in or out while viewing photos or web pages Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use the device for a specified period To turn on the screen press or the Home key You can also adjust the backlight time In Idle mode open the application list and ...

Page 24: ...l You can activate or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of a notifications such as messages calls events or processing status To hide the list drag the bottom of the list up Select the item category 2 an item Widgets Add widgets to the idle screen Shortcuts Add shortcuts to items such as applications bookmarks and contacts Folders Create a new folder or add folders for your...

Page 25: ... can use the following options Wi Fi Activate or deactivate theWLAN connection feature p 95 Bluetooth Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless connection feature p 97 GPS Activate or deactivate the GPS feature Silent Activate or deactivate the silent mode Auto rotation Activate or deactivate the auto rotation Available options may vary depending on your region or service provider Add or remov...

Page 26: ...vided by Google you must have a Google account If you do not have a Google account sign up for a Google account You can add a shortcut to an application by tapping and holding the application icon from the application list You can move the icon to the location you want on the idle screen Press 4 to return to the previous screen Press the Home key to return to the idle screen Your device has a buil...

Page 27: ...olume Access recent applications Press and hold the Home key to open the list of 1 applications you have accessed recently Select an application to access 2 Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device It can run more than one application at the same time However multitasking may cause hang ups freezing memory problems or additional power consumption To avoid these problems end unnece...

Page 28: ...g the slider 2 to adjust the level of brightness Select 3 OK The brightness level of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power Switch to the silent mode To mute or unmute your device do one of the followings In Idle mode select Phone Keypad and tap and hold In Idle mode press and hold and select Silent mode Change your ringtone In Idle mode open the application list and...

Page 29: ... the touch screen with an unlock pattern or password to prevent unauthorised people from using the device without your permission Once you set a screen lock your device will require an unlock code each time you turn it on or unlock the touch screen If you forget your PIN or password bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it Before bringing your device to a Samsung Service Centre r...

Page 30: ...l be blocked You must enter a PIN unlock key PUK to unblock the SIM or USIM card If you block your SIM or USIM card by entering an incorrect PUK bring the card to your service provider to unblock it Set an unlock PIN code In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location and security Set screen lock PIN Enter a new PIN numeric and select 2 Continue Enter the PIN again and selec...

Page 31: ... the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device To use this feature you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location and security Set mobile tracker Enter your password and select 2 OK Enter your email address and...

Page 32: ... word choice window The word 4 is inserted into the text input field Enter text You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen You cannot enter text in some languages To enter text you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages p 121 Change the keyboard type You can change the keyboard type Tap and hold the text ...

Page 33: ...and select a text input method You can select one of key input methods QWERTY or traditional keypad or handwriting input methods Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing 2 on the screen Repeat steps 1 4 to compl ete your text 5 Tap and hold each key to enter additional characters You can also use the following keys 1 2 6 3 4 5 Number Function 1 Change case 2 Switch between ABC mode and...

Page 34: ...nd hold 4 Clear your input Number Function 5 Start a new line 6 Insert a space To hide the Samsung keypad press To change the keypad settings tap and hold Enter text using the DioPen Chinese IME keyboard Select 1 and select a text input method You can select one of key input methods QWERTY or traditional keypad or handwriting input method Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing 2 on t...

Page 35: ...n 2 Insert a space 3 Clear your input 4 Start a new line Number Function 5 Switch to Pinyin Stroke English Number or Symbol mode Available input modes vary depending on the selected text input method To hide the keyboard select In the handwriting modes you can use the following gestures Function Gesture Space Chinese English Enter Backspace ...

Page 36: ...are unsure which stroke to enter This will insert a placeholder Scroll left or right until the character you 2 want appears Select the character 3 Mode Function English Select an appropriate virtual key to enter characters or write characters In the 3x4 keypad selelct to activate the smart input feature word completion and word combination Number Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a number...

Page 37: ...mobile applications This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Your device will save user files from downloaded applications to the internal memory Copy and paste text While you are entering text you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications Place the cursor where you want to start 1 Tap and hold the text input field 2 Select 3 Select te...

Page 38: ...d from the web can include viruses that will damage your device To lessen your risk only download files from sources you trust Install an application In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Market Select 2 Accept when the terms and conditions appears Select an item category 3 an item Select 4 Install for free items or Buy If you select Install select OK to download the item immediately...

Page 39: ...or service provider Set up a server account In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Accounts and sync Select 2 Add account an account type Some media files include Digital Rights Management to protect copyrights This protection may prevent you from downloading copying modifying or transferring some files To download files from the web In Idle mode open the application list and...

Page 40: ...ch service In Idle mode press and hold 1 The Google Search bar opens on the idle screen Enter a keyword and select 2 Go Follow the on screen instructions to complete the 3 account setup For online community services such as Facebook or MySpace enter your user name and password and select Log in Activate automatic sync In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Accounts and sync S...

Page 41: ...alls Make a call In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Phone Keypad Enter an area code and a phone number 2 Select 3 to make a call When you hold the device near your face the touch screen is disabled automatically to prevent accidental inputs To end the call select 4 End call Use the phonebook to save numbers you dial frequently p 75 To quickly access the call log to redial the numb...

Page 42: ... answer calls To answer a call press the headset button To reject a call press and hold the headset button Answer a call When a call comes in drag 1 right until Accept appears When the device is ringing press and hold the Volume key to mute the ringtone To end the call select 2 End call Reject a call When a call comes in drag left until Reject appears The caller will hear a busy tone To send a mes...

Page 43: ...se this feature To switch between the two calls select Swap To end the call on hold select Swap End call To place a call on hold or retrieve a held call during a call press and hold the headset button To end a call press the headset button The supplied headset is designed only for your device and may not be compatible with other phones and MP3 players Use options during a call You can use the foll...

Page 44: ...ect 5 Save To add more numbers repeat steps 4 5 6 To make a multiparty call conference call make or answer a second call and select Merge when connected to the second party Repeat to add more parties You must subscribe to the multiparty call service to use this feature View and dial missed calls Your device will display calls you have missed on the display To dial the number of a missed call open ...

Page 45: ...1 Settings Call settings Voice call Call forwarding Select a condition 2 Enter a number to which calls will be forwarded and 3 select Enable Your setting will be sent to the network Use Fixed Dialing Number FDN mode In FDN mode your device will restrict outgoing calls except for the numbers stored in the FDN list To activate FDN mode In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Cal...

Page 46: ...elect 1 Phone Logs Press 2 View by an option to sort the call logs Select a log to view its details 3 From the detail view you can dial the number send a message to the number or add the number to the phonebook or reject list Set call barring Call barring is a network feature to restrict certain types of calling or to prevent others from making calls with your device In Idle mode open the applicat...

Page 47: ...ct one from the recent recipients or contact groups by selecting another button Messaging Learn to create and send text SMS or multimedia MMS messages and view or manage messages you have sent or received You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area For details contact your service provider Send a text message In Idle mode open the applica...

Page 48: ...sage select 4 to view the attachment Select the check boxes next to contacts and select 3 Add When you enter an email address the device will convert the message as a multimedia message Select the text input field and enter your message text 4 To insert emoticons press Insert smiley Press 5 Attach an option and add an item You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo video or sou...

Page 49: ...the voice mail server number before accessing the server Your service provider can give you the number From the message view use the following options To replay an attachment tap on the message screen and select To reply to the message press Reply enter your message text and select Send to send the message To forward the message to other people press Forward To protect the message from being delet...

Page 50: ...the message Google Mail You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox When you access this application the Inbox screen appears The total number of unread messages displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold If you have labeled a message its label appears in a colored rectangle on the message This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service...

Page 51: ...Inbox screen tap and hold a message 1 Select 2 Go to labels Select a label to add and select 3 OK View email messages In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Gmail Select an email message from the message thread list 2 From the message view use the following options To reply to the message select To reply to the message including all recipients select Reply all To forward the message t...

Page 52: ...l account the email messages are downloaded to your device If you have created more than two accounts you can switch between email accounts Press Accounts and select one you want to retrieve messages from Add a star to a message From the Inbox screen tap and hold a message 1 Select 2 Add star The star icon next to the message is activated Filter messages From the Inbox screen press 1 View labels S...

Page 53: ...r to view new messages After retrieving email messages you can view them offline In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Email an email account Select a folder 2 Send an email message In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Email an email account Press 2 Compose Select 3 Contacts You can enter an email address manually or select one from the recent recipients or contact gro...

Page 54: ...d invitation to start a conversation When your friend accepts the invitation the friend is added to your friend list Press 3 Refresh to update the messages folder Select an email message from the message thread list 4 From the message view use the following options To reply to the message press Reply To forward the message to other people press Forward To delete to the message press Delete To move...

Page 55: ...tails In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Social Hub Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub 2 Start a chat In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Talk Select a friend from the friend list The chat screen 2 opens Enter your message and select 3 Send To insert emoticons press More Insert smiley To switch between active chats press 4 Switch chats To end the chat...

Page 56: ...In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Camera Rotate the device counter clockwise to landscape 2 view The camera interface appears only in the landscape orientation Tap the screen to hide or display icons in the viewfinder The camera automatically turns off when you do not use it for a specified period The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditio...

Page 57: ...the screen to zoom in or out To send a photo to others select Share To set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a contact select Set as To delete a photo select Delete Number Function 1 Check the camera status and settings Resolution Exposure meter type GPS activated Number of photos you can take according to available memory Storage location 2 Change the shooting mode 3 Change the scene ...

Page 58: ...he camera will continue to take photos until you release the camera shutter Capture a photo by using preset options for various scenes Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes You can simply select the proper mode for your shooting condition and subjects For example when you take photos at night select the night mode that uses an extended exposure In Idle mode open the ...

Page 59: ...aces and help you take photos of their smiling faces In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Camera Rotate the device counter clockwise to landscape 2 view Select 3 Smile shot Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama shooting mode This mode is convenient for photographing landscapes In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Camera Rotate the...

Page 60: ...combine the left side of the first photo and the right side of the second photo into one photo Make any necessary adjustments 4 Select 5 Aim the camera lens at your subject 6 Your device recognizes people in an image and detects their smiles When the subject smiles the device automatically takes a photo Capture a combined photo You can take two photos with the same background and then combine the ...

Page 61: ...ust the sensitivity of the camera imaging sensor Metering Select a type of exposure meter Capture a photo of action You can capture shots of a moving subject and then combine them into a single photo that shows the action In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Camera Rotate the device counter clockwise to landscape 2 view Select 3 Action shot Make any necessary adjustments 4 Select 5 ...

Page 62: ...4 adjustments 2 1 3 4 7 6 5 Option Function Image quality Set the quality level for your photos Adjust Adjust contrast saturation and sharpness Before taking a photo select to access the following settings Setting Function Guidelines Display guidelines on the preview screen Review Set the camera to display the taken image Shutter sound Set the camera shutter to make a sound when capturing a photo ...

Page 63: ... scroll left or right To play a video select Play To delete a video select Delete To send a video to others select Share Number Function 1 Check the camcorder status and settings Length of video that can be captured according to available memory Storage location 2 Change the recording mode for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally 3 Adjust the exposure value Select to increase o...

Page 64: ...layer supports the following file formats 3gp mp4 avi wmv asf divx Codec MPEG4 H 263 H 264 WMV DivX XviD Customize camcorder settings Before capturing a video select to access the following options Option Function Timer Select the length of the delay before the camera starts recording a video Resolution Change the resolution option White balance Adjust the color balance according to lighting condi...

Page 65: ... return to the playlist 6 Pause playback Select to resume playback 7 Skip forward Scan forward in a file tap and hold 8 Adjust the volume Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device If the file size exceeds the available memory an error can occur when you open files In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Video Player Select a video to play 2 Rotate the ...

Page 66: ...lowing options To view more photos scroll left or right To zoom in or out select or You can also tap the screen with two fingers and spread them apart move your fingers closer together to zoom out Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your memory card Supported file formats Type Format Image Extension bmp gif jpg png Video Extension 3gp mp4 avi wmv asf divx Codec MPEG4 H 263 H 264 ...

Page 67: ...he file to the online ablbum or comminity site To start a slideshow with photos and videos select Slideshow Tap the screen to stop the slideshow To use additional features using the video such as sharing deleting and editing options select Menu Play a video In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Gallery Select a folder 2 a video with the icon to play Rotate the device counter clockwis...

Page 68: ...oll left or right to a music category 2 Select a music file 3 Music Player Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with the music player The music player supports the following file formats mp3 3gp mp4 aac ogg wma You can also play music files in the following formats if you open them from My Files multimedia messages or on the web browser amr wav mid xmf mxmf rtttl imy rtx ota Som...

Page 69: ...in a file tap and hold 1 These icons are shown when you tap the player screen WOW HD significantly improves the playback quality of audio delivering a dynamic 3D entertainment experience with deep rich bass and high frequency clarity for crisp detail 1 Control playback with the following keys 4 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Number Function 1 Activate the 5 1 channel surround sound system when a headset is con...

Page 70: ...a playlist by pressing More Add to playlist Add songs to the quick list You can add songs to the quick list and save them as a playlist During playback press Add to quick list to add the current song to the quick list To go to the quick list from the music player main screen select Playlists Quick list To save the quick list as a playlist press Save as playlist Customize music player settings In I...

Page 71: ...station you want from the all station 4 list and press to return to the FM radio screen Adjust the following settings to customize your music 3 player Option Function Equaliser Select a default equalizer type Effect Select a sound effect Music menu Select music categories to display on the music library screen Visualisation Select an animated visualization to display during playback FM Radio Learn...

Page 72: ...radio 3 Change the frequency by 0 1 MHz Number Function 4 Search for an available radio station 5 Add the current radio station to the favourites list 6 Change the sound output headset or device s speaker 7 Change the frequency by scrolling left or right on the scale bar 8 Set the FM radio to automatically retune frequencies for stations when the current signal is weak ...

Page 73: ...s and saves available stations automatically Select the radio station you want from the all station 4 list and press to return to the FM radio screen Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug the supplied headset into the device 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select 2 FM Radio Select 3 to turn on the FM radio Scroll to the radio station you want 4 Select 5 to add to the favouri...

Page 74: ... In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 FM Radio Press 2 Settings Adjust the following settings to customize your FM 3 radio Option Function Region Select your region Background playing Set whether or not to run the FM radio in the background while using other applications Show Station ID Set whether or not to show the station ID on the FM radio screen Station IDs are available only f...

Page 75: ...re for your contacts Create a contact In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Contacts Select 2 Select a memory location 3 Enter contact information 4 Select 5 Save to add the contact to memory You can also create a contact from the dialing screen In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Phone Keypad Enter a phone number 2 Select 3 Add to Contacts Select a memory location 4 ...

Page 76: ...plication list and select 1 Contacts Press 2 My profile Find a contact In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Contacts Scroll up or down on the contact list or select the initial 2 of a name you want from the index along the right side Select the contact s name 3 Once you find a contact you can call the contact by selecting the phone number send a message by selecting Message edit the...

Page 77: ...SIM or USIM card In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Contacts Press 2 Import Export Import from SIM card or Export to SIM card Enter your own personal details 3 Select 4 Save You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website ...

Page 78: ...ndTwitter In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Contacts Activities Select an item you want to view 2 Select contacts to copy and select 3 Import or Export For exporting contacts select 4 Yes to confirm Import or export contacts You can save all of your contacts as vcf files in a memory card and export them from a memory card In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Contac...

Page 79: ...ar In month view days with 2 scheduled events are indicated by a small triangle To move to a specific day by entering a date manually press Go to enter the date by selecting or and select Set To select today s date press Today Calendar Learn to create and manage daily weekly or monthly events and set alarms to remind yourself of important events Create an event In Idle mode open the application li...

Page 80: ...e the keypad Select a colour to change a background colour 5 Select 6 Save Select an event to view its details 3 You can send the event to others by pressing Send via an option Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time Open the shorcuts panel from the top of the screen 1 Select a reminder to view more details about the 2 eve...

Page 81: ... When you are finished select 4 Your memo is saved automatically To record more voice memos repeat steps 2 4 5 View memos In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Memo Select a memo to view its details 2 To view all details of memos from the memo list press Maximize To edit the memo select To delete the memo select OK You can send the memo to others by tapping and holding the memo and s...

Page 82: ... 2 In a playlist select a voice memo to play 3 Control playback with the following keys 4 1 2 4 3 Number Function 1 Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar 2 Stop playback 3 Adjust the volume 4 Pause playback Select to resume playback You can send the voice memo to others by pressing Share a sharing option ...

Page 83: ...the web and downloading media For details contact your service provider Available icons may vary depending on your region or service provider Browse web pages In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Internet to launch a specified homepage To access a specific web page select the URL input field enter the web address URL of the web page and select Go Navigate web pages with the followin...

Page 84: ...ch for text on the web page press More Find on page To view the web page details press More Page info To send the web address URL of the web page to others press More Share page This screen may appear different depending on your region or service provider Number Function 1 Enter an web address of the web page to access 2 Open a list of saved bookmarks frequently visited pages and recent internet h...

Page 85: ...lect Copy link URL To delete the bookmark select Delete bookmark To use the web page as your homepage of the browser select Set as homepage To view the download history press More Downloads To customise the browser settings press More Settings Bookmark your favourite web pages If you know the web address of the web page you can manually add a bookmark To add a bookmark In Idle mode open the applic...

Page 86: ...age to access 3 You can add a web page to the bookmark list by selecting the star icon on the right Open multiple pages You can open multiple pages and switch back and forth between them While browsing a web page press 1 New window Open another web page on the new window 2 Press 3 New window to open more web pages To view the currently active windows press 4 Windows and select a web page to retrie...

Page 87: ...vailable depending on your region Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download useful applications to your device and keep them updated Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps You can also enjoy updates of downloaded applications including those initially provided Explore useful applications and make your mobile life even better To launch ...

Page 88: ...r device in the following conditions between buildings in tunnels or underground passages or inside buildings in poor weather around high voltage or electromagnetic fields In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Market Search for a file and download it to the device 2 p 37 Layar Layar allows you to browse locations for real time local information or maps through the camera of your devi...

Page 89: ...rrent location Press 2 Search Activate location services to use with Google Maps You must activate location services to find your location and search the map In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location and security Adjust the following settings to activate location 2 services Option Function Use wireless networks Set to useWLAN and or mobile networks for finding your loca...

Page 90: ... an address from your contact list or point the location on the map select Contacts or Point on map Select a travel method car bus or walk and select 4 Go Select a travel route to view details of your trip if 5 necessary Select 6 Show on map When you are finished press 7 Clear Map Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view friends locations via Google Latitude This feature ma...

Page 91: ...on with voice guidance This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Navigation Press 2 Add friends Select from Contacts or Add via email address Select friends you want to add or enter an email 3 address and select Add friends Yes When your friend accepts your invitation you can share locations Press 4 See map Your...

Page 92: ...hare videos viaYouTube This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Enter your destination by using one of the following 2 methods Speak Destination Speak your destination such as Navigate to destination Type Destination Enter your destination with the virtual keypad Contacts Select your destination from addresses of your contacts Starred Places Select your destinat...

Page 93: ...de open the application list and select 1 YouTube Tap and hold a video 2 Select 3 Share a sharing option Watch videos In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 YouTube Select a video from the list of the featured videos 2 Rotate the device counter clockwise to landscape 3 view Control playback with the following keys 4 1 2 ...

Page 94: ... displayed on the screen press Settings Upload videos In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 YouTube Press 2 Upload and select a video Skip to 8 If you want to take and upload a new video select to turn on the camera and switch to the camcorder Rotate the device counter clockwise to landscape 3 view Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments 4 Select 5 to start recording Sel...

Page 95: ...msung is not responsible for the loss interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured If there are obstacles between the devices the operating distance may be reduced Some devices especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG may be incompatible wi...

Page 96: ... Find and pair with other Bluetooth enabled devices In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network Bluetooth settings Scan devices Select a device 2 Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the 3 other device s Bluetooth PIN if it has one and select OK Alternatively select Accept to match the PIN between your device and the device When the owner of the o...

Page 97: ...activate theWLAN only when needed When prompted enter the PIN for the Bluetooth 2 wireless feature and select OK if necessary Select 3 Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device if necessary Received data is saved to an appropriate application or folder according to its type For example a music or sound clip is saved to the sound folder and a contact to the phonebook Wi...

Page 98: ...our home over aWLAN You must first activate theWLAN feature and add aWLAN profile p 97 Find and connect to aWLAN In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network Wi Fi settings The device will automatically search for available WLANs Select a network under 2 Wi Fi networks Enter a password for the network if necessary 3 Select 4 Connect Add aWLAN manually In Idle m...

Page 99: ...ct a player the one that will play the media file 4 Playback begins at the selected player Customize DLNA settings for sharing media files To allow other DLNA enabled devices to access media files on your device you must activate media sharing Some files may not play on the DLNA enabled devices depending on the devices In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 AllShare Select 2 Settings ...

Page 100: ...ed devices Select a device as the media server the one that 3 contains media files Select a media category and a file 4 Control playback using icons of your device 5 Playback may be buffered depending on the network connection and the connected server Play others files on your device In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 AllShare Select 2 Play file from server on my phone Your device...

Page 101: ...nd network Mobile AP Select 2 Mobile AP to activate the mobile AP feature Select 3 Mobile AP settings to customise the mobile AP feature Option Function Network SSID View and edit the device name that will be shown to external devices Security View or edit the network key to prevent unauthorised access to the network Hide my device Block other devices from locating your device When you are finishe...

Page 102: ...ng The sharing method for the network connection may differ depending on the PC s operating system PC connections Learn to connect your device to a PC with an optional PC data cable in various USB connection modes By connecting the device to a PC you can synchronize files withWindows Media Player transfer data to and from your device directly use the Samsung Kies program and use your device as a w...

Page 103: ... drag the music files you want to the sync 6 list Start synchronization 7 Using an optional PC data cable connect the 3 multifunction jack on your device to a PC Run Samsung Kies and use wireless connections or 4 copy data and files Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information Synchronize withWindows Media Player Ensure thatWindows Media Player is installed on your PC In Idle mode open the ...

Page 104: ... stored on the memory card or damage the memory card Connect as a mass storage device If you insert a memory card in the device you can access the file directory of the memory card by using the device as a memory card reader Insert a memory card into the device 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select 2 Settings Wireless and network USB settings Mass storage Press the Home key to return...

Page 105: ...ckwise to landscape view to use the scientific calculator If you have deactivated the auto orientation switch press Scientific calculator View the calculation history In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Calculator Perform the calculation 2 Select 3 to close the calculator keypad The calculation history appears To clear the history press 4 Clear history Clock Learn to set and contro...

Page 106: ... 2 Create alarm or press Create Set alarm details 3 Select Set as daily briefing to activate Daily briefing immediately after you stop an alarm When you are finished select 4 Save If you set Smart alarm your device will play a natural sound and display the alarm screen until the set alarm goes off Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds To stop the alarm drag right until it reaches the dot To repeat t...

Page 107: ...ome key or and access another application When the timer expires drag 4 right until it reaches the dot Enter a city name or select one from the city list 3 To view cities by time zone press By time zone To select a city in the world map view select To add more world clocks repeat steps 2 3 4 To apply the daylight saving time to the clocks tap and hold a clock and select DST settings Use the stopwa...

Page 108: ...eless feature select Share To create a new folder select Create folder To delete files or folders select Delete To change the view mode select View by To sort files or folders select List by To use additional features such as moving copying or re naming select More Task Manager With the task manager you can view currently running applications package size of applications and memory information and...

Page 109: ...uments online This application supports the following file formats doc docx txt xls xlsx ppt pptx pdf for details visit http product thinkfree com mobile android market Create a new document In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 ThinkFree Office Select 2 Accept if you are launching this application for the first time Select 3 Activate now to activateThinkFree Office Select 4 My Docs ...

Page 110: ...en and slowly pinch or spread apart To open the tool bar to edit the document word text or excel file press Edit To change the view mode press Display mode To zoom in or out in the document press Zoom To search for text in the document press Find To customize the settings for viewing or editing documents press Preferences or press More Preferences When you are finished editing save the document 5 ...

Page 111: ...open the application list and select 1 Voice Dialler Say Open and then an application 2 The device opens the corresponding application Enter your user name and password to access your 3 account and then select Sign in View and manage your documents on the server as 4 desired Voice Dialler Learn to dial a number or open an application by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your regio...

Page 112: ...e log in to a community service to 4 upload the text or create a memo or event according to the selected option Voice Search Learn to search for information on the web by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Voice Search Say a keyword into the microphone 2 The device searches for information and web p...

Page 113: ...Turn theWLAN feature on or off p 97 Network notification Set the device to notify you when an open network is available AddWi Fi network AddWLAN APs manually Mobile AP Activate the mobile AP feature to share your device s mobile network connection with PCs or other devices through theWLAN feature p 101 Bluetooth settings Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off p 95 Device name Set ...

Page 114: ...perators Search for available networks and select a network for roaming Synchronise Set up synchronisation profiles and synchronise your device with the web server you have specified USB settings Activate various USB connection modes when you connect your device to a PC p 102 Tethering Activate the USB tethering feature to share your device s mobile network connection with PCs via USB When connect...

Page 115: ...al Activate auto redial for automatically redialing a call that was not connected or cut off during a call Call settings Customize the settings for calling features All calls Show my number Show your mobile phone number to recipients You must insert the SIM or USIM card to use this feature Auto reject Enable or disable the auto reject feature and specify a list of callers to automatically reject A...

Page 116: ...essages missed calls and alarms Audible touch tones Set the device to sound when you touch the keys on the dialling screen Fixed Dialing Numbers Enable FDN Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to number in the FDN list You must enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and reboot the device Change PIN2 Change the PIN2 which is used to protect the primary PIN If the SIM or USI...

Page 117: ...ble the GPS functionality for checking locations if supported in an application You can view locations at street level by using the GPS Audible selection Set the device to sound when you select an application or option on the touch screen Screen lock sounds Set the device to sound when you lock or unlock the touch screen Haptic feedback Set the device to vibrate when you touch the keys Vibration i...

Page 118: ...acker feature Help Access help information for the mobile tracker feature Use sensor aiding Set to use sensors to enhance pedestrian positioning when the GPS signal is obstructed There may be variations between the sensor estimates and your actual location Set screen lock Set the unlock security code When you have set your security code this option changes to Change screen lock None Disable the sc...

Page 119: ...device to a PC by using a PC data cable This is for application development Stay awake Set the device s screen to stay on while charging the battery Visible passwords By default the device displays your password as for security Set the device to display your password as you enter Select device administrators View device administrators installed on your device You can activate device administrators...

Page 120: ...ions Allow mock locations and service information to be sent to a Location Manager service for testing This is for application development Samsung Apps Select a network connection Wi Fi or packet switched data network to get notifications for new applications from Samsung Apps The feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Accounts and sync Change the settings for the ...

Page 121: ...e device to predict words according to your input and display word suggestions Search Change Google Search settings Google search Show web suggestions Set the device to display suggestions while you are entering a keyword Use My Location Set the device to use your current location for Google search and other Google services Search history Set the device to show the search history of your Google ac...

Page 122: ...tion time for Handwriting mode Audio feedback Turn on or off audio for the Swype keyboard Vibrate on keypress Set the device to vibrate when you touch a key Enable tip indicator Activate the indicator for quick help Auto spacing Set the device to automatically insert a space between words Auto capitalization Set the device to automatically capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark...

Page 123: ... languages To enter text you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages XT9 Activate XT9 mode to enter text using Predictive input mode XT9 advanced settings Activate the advanced features of XT9 mode such as auto completion auto correction or auto substitution and set up your own word list Keypad sweeping Enable or disable the keypad sweeping feature for the text input m...

Page 124: ...t a language for the text to speech feature PicoTTS Choose language packs for the text to speech feature Voice input and output Change the settings for the voice recogniser and the text to speech feature Voice recognition settings Language Select a language for the Google voice recognition SafeSearch Set the device to filter explicit text and or images from voice search results Block offensive wor...

Page 125: ...ctivate an accessibility application you have downloaded such asTalkback or Kickback which provide voice melody or vibration feedback The power key ends calls Set the device to end a call when you press Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how time and date are displayed on your device Automatic Automatically update the time when you move across time zones Set date Set ...

Page 126: ...ure by using the Lock SIM card menu Code Try this to solve the problem PUK Your SIM or USIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For details contact your service provider Your device displays...

Page 127: ...weak signals or poor reception you may lose your connection to the network Move to another area and try again The touch screen responds slowly or improperly If your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly try the following Remove any protective covers from the touch screen Protective covers may prevent the device from recognising your inputs and are not recommende...

Page 128: ... Your battery is low Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the device Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialing Incoming calls are not connected Ensure that your device is turned on Ensure that you have accessed the rig...

Page 129: ...ion after trying these tips contact a Samsung Service Center The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off The battery terminals may be dirty Wipe both gold colored contacts with a clean soft cloth and try charging the battery again If the battery will no longer charge completely dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery refer to your local ordinances for...

Page 130: ...ense or key to play the file Ensure that your device supports the file type Error messages appear when launching the FM radio The FM radio application on your Samsung mobile device uses the headset cable as an antenna Without a headset connected the FM radio will be unable to receive radio stations To use the FM radio first ensure that the headset is properly connected Next scan for and save the a...

Page 131: ...connect to if necessary 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 Center A connection is not established when you connect the device to a PC Ensure that the PC data cable you are using is compatible with your device Ensure that you have the proper drivers installed and upda...

Page 132: ...ur device during a thunderstorm Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is increased Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion Li Ion battery For safe disposal of your Li Ion batteries contact your nearest authorized service center Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device I...

Page 133: ... device in potentially explosive environments Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of removing the battery Always comply with regulations instructions and signs in potentially explosive environments Protect the device batteries and chargers from damage Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures Extreme temperatures can cause the def...

Page 134: ...and your mirrors then continue Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road Do not use your device at refueling points service stations or near fuels or chemicals Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive m...

Page 135: ...c fields Use your device to call for help Dial a local emergency number in the case of fire traffic accident or medical emergencies Use your device to help others in emergencies If you see an auto accident a crime in progress or a serious emergency where lives are in danger call a local emergency number Call roadside assistance or a special non emergency assistance number when necessary If you see...

Page 136: ... s internal antenna Touching the antenna may reduce the call quality or cause the device to transmit more radio frequency than necessary Magnetic stripe cards including credit cards phone cards passbooks and boarding passes may be damaged by magnetic fields Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended peri...

Page 137: ...screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face Take the device to a Samsung Service Center to have it repaired Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use Hold the device with a relaxed grip press the keys lightly use special features that reduce the number of keys you have to press such as templates and predictive text and take fre...

Page 138: ... transmit a signal to the nearest base station By automatically emitting lower levels when possible your device reduces your overall exposure to RF energy Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Do not allow children to use your device Your device is not a toy Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others damage the device or make calls that increas...

Page 139: ...amsung website Correct disposal of this product Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This marking on the product accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories e g charger headset USB cable should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their work...

Page 140: ...e protected by copyright patent trademark and or other intellectual property laws Such content and services are provided solely for your personal noncommercial use You may not use any content or services in a manner that has not been authorized by the content owner or service provider Without limiting the foregoing unless expressly authorized by the applicable content owner or service provider you...

Page 141: ... Rev 1 1 To install Kies PC Sync Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung 1 website www samsungmobile com and install it on your PC In Idle mode open the application list and select 2 Settings Wireless and network USB settings Samsung Kies Using a PC data cable connect your device to your PC 3 Refer to the Kies help for more information www samsungmobile com ...

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