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Getting started

Turn on or off the touch tone

›

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings

→

Sound and display

→

Audible selection

Adjust the volume of the ringtones

›

In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down to adjust

the ringtone volume.

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

Press [

]

→

Save

Access recent applications

›

Press and hold the Home key to open the list of

applications you have accessed recently.
Select an application to access.

Customize your device

Get more from your device by customizing it to match your

preferences.

Set the current time and date

›

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings

→

Date and time

Set the time and date and change other options.

Summary of Contents for Galaxy 3

Page 1: ...GT I5801 usermanual ...

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: ...ctronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics The Android logo Google Search Google Maps Google Mail YouTube Android Market and Google Talk are registered trademarks of Google Inc Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Inc Windows Media Player is a registered trademark of Mic...

Page 5: ...istration process and learn more about DivXVOD DivX Certified to play DivX video up to 320x240 DivX is a registered trademark of DivX Inc and is used under license Pat 7 295 673 All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners ABOUT DIVXVIDEO DivX is a digital video format created by DivX Inc This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video Visit www d...

Page 6: ...ndroid Market 33 Download files from the web 34 Synchronize data 34 Search for information with Google Search 35 Assembling 10 Unpack 10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery 10 Charge the battery 12 Insert a memory card optional 14 Attach a hand strap optional 16 Getting started 17 Turn your device on and off 17 Get to know your device 17 Use the touch screen 20 Contents ...

Page 7: ...70 Voice Recorder 71 Web 73 Internet 73 Samsung Apps 77 Market 77 Layar 78 Maps 78 YouTube 80 Daily Briefing 82 Communication 36 Calling 36 Messaging 41 Google Mail 43 Email 45 Talk 47 Entertainment 48 Camera 48 Video Player 56 Gallery 58 Music Player 59 FM Radio 62 ...

Page 8: ...cation and security 101 Applications 103 Accounts and sync 104 Privacy 104 SD card and phone storage 104 Search 104 Locale and text 105 Accessibility 107 Connectivity 83 Bluetooth 83 Wi Fi 85 AllShare 86 PC connections 88 Tools 91 Calculator 91 Clock 91 My Files 93 ThinkFree Office 94 Voice Dialer 96 Write and Go 96 ...

Page 9: ...Contents 9 Text to speech 107 Date and time 108 About phone 108 Troubleshooting 109 Safety precautions 115 ...

Page 10: ...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 compatible with your device Install the SIM or USIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module SIM card with su...

Page 11: ...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 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 Remove the back cover 2 Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover ...

Page 12: ...Samsung approved chargers and cables Unauthorized chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device 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 device will automatically power off Recharge your battery to continue using your device Insert the batt...

Page 13: ...arger to a Samsung Service Center 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 travel adapter Open the cover of the multifunction jack on the top of 1 the device Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the 2 mul...

Page 14: ...tible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card Charge with the PC data cable Before charging ensure that your PC is turned on Open the cover of the multifunction jack on the top of 1 the device Plug one end micro USB of the PC data cable into the 2 multifunction jack Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port 3 on a PC Depending on ...

Page 15: ...vice Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot 4 Remove the memory card 5 Replace the back cover 6 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 insert a memory card in ...

Page 16: ...ta or damage to the memory card or device Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device Format the memory card only on the device In Idle mode select Applications Settings SD card and phone storage Unmount SD card Format SD card Format SD card Before formatting the memory card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on y...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...all diverting activated Connected to PC No SIM or USIM card Memory card inserted 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 Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated ...

Page 20: ...t with other electrical devices Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with water The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water Icon Definition New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming outside of normal service area...

Page 21: ...y and then flick the grey window with your finger For optimal use of the touch screen remove the screen protection film before using your device Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body For best performance tap the touch screen with your fingertip The touch screen will not react to touches of sharp tools such as a stylus or pen Control your touc...

Page 22: ...tem 2 is magnified Get to know the idle screen When the device is in Idle mode you will see the idle screen From the idle screen you can view your device s status and access applications The idle screen has multiple panels Scroll left or right to switch panels You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to move to the corresponding panel of the idle screen directly Add items to the idle scr...

Page 23: ...d needs In Idle mode press 1 Edit Select 2 to add new panels or to remove a panel Press 3 Save Remove items from the idle screen Tap and hold an item to remove 1 The trash icon appears on the application area meaning that the application area at the bottom of the idle screen changes to the trash Drag the item to the trash 2 When the item and the trash turn red release the item 3 Use the shortcuts ...

Page 24: ... application icon to the location you want 3 You can move an application icon to another main menu screen You can also move most used applications next to Home Access applications To access your device s applications In Idle mode select 1 Applications to access the application list Scroll left or right to another application screen 2 Select an application 3 When you use applications provided by Go...

Page 25: ... followings In Idle mode select Phone Keypad and tap and hold In Idle mode press and hold and select Silent mode Press 4 Save 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 Customize your device Get more from your device by customizing it to match your preferences Set the current time and date I...

Page 26: ...rn by dragging your finger to connect at 3 least 4 dots Select 4 Continue Draw a pattern again to confirm 5 Select 6 Confirm Change your ringtone In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Sound and display Phone ringtone Select a ringtone from the list and select 2 OK Activate animation for switching windows In Idle mode open the application list and select Settings Sound and di...

Page 27: ...mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location and security Set mobile tracker Once you set an unlock pattern your device will require the pattern each time you turn it on or unlock the touch screen If you do not want the device to require the pattern clear the check box next to Require pattern in Location and security If you forget the unlock pattern bring your device to a Samsung ...

Page 28: ...to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen Enter a 8 digit mobile tracker password enter it again 2 to confirm and select OK You need to confirm the password the first time you access this menu Select a recipient field and enter a phone number 3 including a country code with Repeat this step to add more recipients Select the sender input field and enter a sender s 4 name ...

Page 29: ...amsung keypad Select 1 and select a text input method You can select one of key input methods QWERTY or traditional keypad or handwriting input methods Continue until you have finished the word 2 Release the finger on the last character 3 Select a word from the word choice window The word 4 is inserted into the text input field Repeat steps 1 4 to complete your text 5 Tap and hold each key to ente...

Page 30: ... select one of key input methods QWERTY or traditional keypad or handwriting input method Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing 2 on the screen Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing 2 on the screen You can also use the following keys 5 6 4 1 2 3 Number Function 1 Change case 2 Switch between ABC mode and Symbol Number mode 3 Change the text input method Access the key...

Page 31: ...elect appropriate virtual keys to enter 1 pinyins or write pinyins Select a pinyin 2 Scroll left or right until the character you 3 want appears Select the character 4 You can also use the following keys 4 5 3 1 2 Number Function 1 Change case or switch to Caps lock mode the dot turns green 2 Insert a space 3 Clear your input 4 Start a new line 5 Switch to Pinyin Stroke English Number or Symbol mo...

Page 32: ...ect text from the option list Tap on the place where you want to end 4 Tap and hold the highlighted text 5 Mode Function Stroke Select 1 1 through 5 to enter strokes or write stokes Select 6 when you 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 English Select an appropriate virtual key to enter ch...

Page 33: ...ions 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 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 se...

Page 34: ...cation list and select 1 Internet Search for a file or application and download it 2 To install applications downloaded from websites other than Android Market you must select Settings Applications Unknown sources Synchronize data You can synchronize data with various web servers and back up or restore your data Once the synchronization is completed your device stays connected to the web If any ch...

Page 35: ...ronize 3 To exclude applications from automatic synchronization clear the check boxes next to the applications you want Synchronize data manually In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Accounts and sync Select an account 2 Press 3 Sync now Your device will start synchronizing the data you set for synchronization Search for information with Google Search You can search for inf...

Page 36: ... 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 66 To quickly access the call log to redial the numbers you dialed recently select Phone Call log Use the voice command feature to dial by ...

Page 37: ...d MP3 players Reject a call When a call comes in drag left until Decline appears The caller will hear a busy tone To send a message when you reject incomming calls select Reject with msg First set a text message to be sent to callers In Idle mode open the application list and select Settings Call settings All calls Reject call with message Then select Create and create a text message Call an inter...

Page 38: ...lls you have missed on the display To dial the number of a missed call open the shortcut panel and select the missed call Use options during a call You can use the following options while a call is in progress To adjust the voice volume press theVolume key up or down To activate the speakerphone feature select Speaker In noisy environments you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the...

Page 39: ...e separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls such as when you are already on the device or when you are outside of the service area Use additional features You can use various other call related features such as auto rejection Fixed Dialing Number FDN mode or call diverting or barring Set the auto rejection Use the auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers au...

Page 40: ...ail view you can dial the number send a message to the number or add the number to the phonebook or reject list In Idle mode open the application list and select 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 Set call barring Call barring is a network feature to re...

Page 41: ...3 Add When you enter an email address the device will convert the message as a multimedia message 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 mod...

Page 42: ...ed press Lock message To delete mesage press Delete messages To save attachments press Attached items To copy text from the message press Copy message text 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 sound Press 6 Add subject and add...

Page 43: ...ation list and select 1 Google Mail Press 2 Compose Enter a name or address in the recipient field 3 To copy the message to the SIM or USIM card or to the device press Copy to SIM or Copy to phone To view message details press View message details Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server callers may leave voice messages when you do not answ...

Page 44: ...t 2 Add star The star icon next to the message is activated Enter a subject and message 4 To attach an image file press 5 Attach a file Select 6 Send to send the message View email messages In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Google Mail Select an email message from the message thread list 2 From the message view use the following options To reply to the message select Reply To rep...

Page 45: ...ent recipients or contact groups by selecting another button Select the check boxes next to contacts and select 4 Submit Select the Cc or Bcc field to add more recipients 5 Select the subject field to enter a subject 6 Filter messages From the Inbox screen press 1 View labels Select the label of the messages you want to view 2 Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company...

Page 46: ...ve Select the text input field to enter your email text 7 Select 8 Attach and attach a file You can select a file from the file list or capture a photo video or sound clip Select 9 Send to send the message If you are offline or outside your service area the message will be held in the message thread list until you are online and in your service area View an email message When you open an email acc...

Page 47: ...press 5 End chat Talk Learn to chat with friends and family via GoogleTalk This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Add friends to your friend list In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Talk The friend list shows all of your GoogleTalk contacts at a glance Press 2 Add friend Enter an email address in the search field 3 Select 4 Send invitation to s...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...thers 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 Number of photos you can take according to available memory Storage location 2 Change the shooting mode 3 Change the scene mode 4 Adjust the exposure value Select to increase or to decre...

Page 50: ...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 51: ...subject smiles the device automatically takes a photo 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 device counter clockwise to landscape 2 view Select 3 Panorama Make any necessary adjustments 4 Select 5 to take the first photo Slow...

Page 52: ...ion In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Camera Rotate the device counter clockwise to landscape 2 view Select 3 Action shot Capture a combined photo You can take two photos with the same background and then combine the left and right halves of each photo into one photo This feature is helpful when you want to take a photo with a friend but there is no one available to take the phot...

Page 53: ...lowing settings Setting Function Guidelines Display guidelines on the preview screen Make any necessary adjustments 4 Select 5 to capture the first photo Move the device to follow the moving subject 6 The device automatically captures the next photo Continue to follow the subject until the device has 7 captured all the shots necessary for the action photo Customize camera settings Before taking a ...

Page 54: ...6 Setting Function Review Set the camera to display the taken image GPS Set the camera to include location information for your photos To improve GPS signals avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Alternatively select Use wireless networks p 101 Shutter sound Set the camera shutter to make a sound...

Page 55: ...l 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 Resolution 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 incre...

Page 56: ...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 57: ...k Select to resume playback 6 Skip forward Scan forward in a file tap and hold 7 Change the ratio of the video screen Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the phone 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 device counter clockw...

Page 58: ... 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 To start a slideshow with photos and videos select Slideshow Tap the screen to stop the slideshow 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 ...

Page 59: ...d depending on the software of the phone If the file size exceeds the available memory and error can occur when you open files Samsung is not responsible for any use of default music files provided on your device 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 folde...

Page 60: ... music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card Download from the wireless web p 34 Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies p 88 Receive via Bluetooth p 84 Copy to your memory card p 89 Synchronize withWindows Media Player 11 p 89 Play music After transferring music files to your device or memory card In Idle mode open the application list and select...

Page 61: ... to playlist Number Function 5 Open the current playlist 6 Activate the 5 1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected 7 Change the repeat mode off repeating a file or repeating all files 8 Pause playback Select to resume playback 9 Skip forward Scan forward in a file tap and hold 1 These icons are shown when you tap the player screen WOW HD significantly improves the playback quali...

Page 62: ...ress 2 More Settings or press Settings Adjust the following settings to customize your music 3 player Option Function Equaliser Select a default equalizer type Option Function 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 to listen to music and news on t...

Page 63: ...ge 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 Select 3 to turn on the FM radio The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically The first time you turn on the FM radio it will start automatic tuning Select the radio station you want from the all station 4 list and press t...

Page 64: ...adio 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 favourites list Customize FM radio settings In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 FM Radio Press 2 Settings Adjust the following settings to customize...

Page 65: ... on the FM radio screen Station IDs are available only from radio stations that provide this information Alternative frequency Set whether or not the FM radio attempts to retune a radio station when the signal is weak FM auto off Set the FM radio to turn off after a specified length of time ...

Page 66: ...ntacts Select 2 Create contact 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 Create contact Select a memory location 4 Enter contact information 5 Select 6 Save to add the contact t...

Page 67: ...ails 3 Select 4 Save For importing contacts select an importing option and 4 select OK For exporting contacts select OK 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 selecti...

Page 68: ... You can view the communication log of calls messages email or SNS threads In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Contacts History Select an item you want to view 2 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 accounts and ...

Page 69: ...all 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 View the social network activities You can view the recent activities of contacts in social network services such as Facebook MySpace andTwitter In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Contacts Activities Select an item you want...

Page 70: ... details of memos from the memo list press Maximize To edit the memo select 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 ev...

Page 71: ...e the memo select OK You can send the memo to others by tapping and holding the memo and selecting an option Voice Recorder Learn to operate your device s voice recorder Record a voice memo In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Voice Recorder Select 2 to start recording Speak into the microphone 3 When you are finished select 4 Your memo is saved automatically To record more voice me...

Page 72: ... 72 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 73: ...ls 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 following keys 2 1 2 This screen may appear dif...

Page 74: ...s More Downloads To customise the browser settings press More Settings 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 history While browsing the web page use the following options To zoom in or out double tap the screen You can also use the two finger zoom Place your two fingers on the screen and slowly...

Page 75: ...w the currently active windows press 4 Windows and select a web page to retrieve 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 application list and select 1 Internet Select 2 Bookmarks Select 3 Add To bookmark the web page you were viewing press Bookmark last viewed page Enter a page title and a...

Page 76: ...a web page to access 3 You can add a web page to the bookmark list by selecting the star icon on the right Use the RSS reader Learn to use the Google RSS reader to receive the latest news and information from your favourite websites To add and read RSS feeds you must log in to Google Add an RSS feed address In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Internet Press 2 Add RSS feeds Select a...

Page 77: ... for a file and download it to the device 2 p 33 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 be...

Page 78: ... 1 Maps Layar Layar allows you to browse locations for real time local information or maps through the camera of your device and to share the information with others In Idle mode open the application list and select Layar This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Maps Learn to use Google Maps to find your location search the online map for streets cities or count...

Page 79: ...ur location via Google Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view friends locations via Google Latitude In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Maps Press 2 My Location Search for a specific location In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Maps Press 2 Search Use one of the following methods 3 Enter the address Enter the category of the business Select...

Page 80: ...ocations of your friends by pressing See map YouTube YouTube is a free online video streaming service Learn to view and share videos viaYouTube This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider 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 v...

Page 81: ...at the subject and make any adjustments 4 Select 5 to start recording Select 6 to stop recording Select 7 Save to upload the video that you have recorded Enter your user name and password and select 8 Sing in Number Function 1 Scan backward in a file 2 Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar 3 Scan forward in a file 4 Pause playback Select to resume playback Share videos In Idle mode open ...

Page 82: ...lable depending on your region or service provider In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Daily Briefing Select 2 to update information Scroll left or right to get information 3 To add cities stock indexes or schedule depending on the current screen select To select information displayed on the screen press Settings ...

Page 83: ...r 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 with your device Turn on the ...

Page 84: ...0 seconds 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...

Page 85: ...ion list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network Wi Fi settings The device will automatically search for available WLANs 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 ex...

Page 86: ...ou 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 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 mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network Wi Fi s...

Page 87: ...server on my phone Your device automatically searches for DLNA enabled devices Select a device as the media server the one that 3 contains media files Adjust the following settings to customize the DLNA 3 feature Option Function Media server name Enter a name for your device as a media server Share media Turn on media sharing with other DLNA enabled devices Access point network Select a connection...

Page 88: ...1 Settings About phone USB settings Samsung Kies Press the Home key to return to Idle mode 2 Using an optional PC data cable connect the 3 multifunction jack on your device to a PC Select a media category and a file 4 Control playback using icons of your device 5 Play files from one device to the other device In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 AllShare Select 2 Play file from serv...

Page 89: ...When connected a pop up window will appear on the PC OpenWindows Media Player to synchronize music 4 files Edit or enter your device s name in the pop up window 5 if necessary Select and drag the music files you want to the sync 6 list Start synchronization 7 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...

Page 90: ...cess the internet via your mobile network service In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings About phone USB settings PC Internet Press the Home key to return to Idle mode 2 Using an optional PC data cable connect the 3 multifunction jack on your device to a PC When the installation manager appears follow the 4 on screen instructions to complete the installation of the software O...

Page 91: ...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 control alarms and world c...

Page 92: ...ks press DST settings When you tap on a clock the current time of the clock is adjusted forward 1 or 2 hours 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 a...

Page 93: ...lect Up Use the stopwatch In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Clock Stopwatch Select 2 Start to begin the stopwatch Select 3 Lap to record lap times When you are finished select 4 Stop Select 5 Reset to clear recorded times Use the count down timer In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Clock Timer Set the length of time to count down 2 Select 3 Start to begin the coun...

Page 94: ...ccount with the ThinkFree web service you can manage documents online This application supports the following file formats doc docx rtf txt xls xlsx csv 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 Sel...

Page 95: ... document press Zoom To change the view mode press Display mode To open the tool bar to edit the document word text or excel file press Edit To customize the settings for viewing or editing documents press Preferences or press More Preferences When you are finished editing save the document 5 Manage documents online In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 ThinkFree Office Select 2 Onli...

Page 96: ...ode open the application list and select 1 Voice Dialer Say Call or Dial and then a name or a phone number 2 Alternatively say Redial to the last dialed number The device dials the selected number Open an application In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Voice Dialer Say Open and then an application 2 The device opens the corresponding application Write and Go Learn to enter text and...

Page 97: ...ge with the text select Send message To upload the text to a community website select Update status To save the text as a memo or calendar event select Save Send a message log in to a community service to 4 upload the text or create a memo or event according to the selected option ...

Page 98: ... non network services Wi Fi settings Wi Fi Turn theWLAN feature on or off p 85 Network notification Set the device to notify you when an open network is available AddWi Fi network AddWLAN APs manually Bluetooth settings Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off p 83 Device name Set a Bluetooth name for your device Visible Set your device to be visible to other Bluetooth devices Scan ...

Page 99: ...der tone or call disconnect tone Alerts on call Activate or deactivate alerts during a call Voice call Call forwarding Divert incoming calls to another number Call barring Block incoming or outgoing calls Mobile networks Data roaming Set the device to connect another network when you are roaming or your home network is not available Access Point Names Set up access point names APNs Network Mode Se...

Page 100: ...otification ringtone Media volume Set the default volume for music and videos System volume Set the default volume for touch feedback sound and power on off sound Call waiting Activate call waiting to receive an incoming call when you are already on a call Auto redial Activate auto redial for automatically redialing a call that was not connected or cut off during a call Fixed Dialing Numbers Enabl...

Page 101: ...ng the GPS Set unlock pattern Set an unlock pattern to unlock the device Phone ringtone Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls Phone vibrate Set the device to vibrate to alert you to incoming calls Notification ringtone Select a ringtone to alert you to events such as incoming messages missed calls and alarms Audible touch tones Set the device to sound when you touch the keys on the dial...

Page 102: ... your password as you enter Use secure credentials Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications Require pattern Set the device to require the unlock pattern you have set each time you turn it on By doing this you can prevent unauthorized people from unlocking the device Use visible pattern Set the unlock pattern to be visible or invisible as you draw it Use tatile ...

Page 103: ...feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Install encrypted certificates from SD card Install encrypted certificates that are stored on a memory card Set password Create and confirm a password for accessing credentials Clear storage Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password Applications Change the setting for managing installed applications ...

Page 104: ... items to include in your search Clear search shortcuts Clear the information from recent searches Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronization Background data Select this setting to use the auto sync feature The auto sync will run in the background without opening applications and synchronize data Auto sync Set the device to synchronize co...

Page 105: ... the trace of your dragging will display on the keyboard Word ChoiceWindow Set how often the word list will display Speed vs Accuracy Set the balance for the speed and accuracy Auto select word after Set the timeout to insert words automatically Locale and text Change the settings for text input Select locale Select a display language for all menus and applications Select Input Method Select an in...

Page 106: ... keyboard on or off Show suggestions Set the device to predict words according to your input and display word suggestions Swype Help Access help information for using the Swype keyboard Tutorial Learn how to enter text faster with the Swype keyboard Version View version information Samsung keypad Keypad types Select the default input method such as the QWERTY keyboard traditional keypad or handwri...

Page 107: ...ttings Speech rate Select a speed for the text to speech feature Language Select a language for the text to speech feature Detail settings Activate the advanced settings such as word suggestions spelling check and auto spacing Recognize delay time Set the recognition time for Handwriting mode Pen thickness Select a pen thickness for Handwriting mode Pen color Select a pen color for Handwriting mod...

Page 108: ... when you move across time zones Set date Set the current date manually Select time zone Set your home time zone Set time Set the current time manually Use 24 hour format Set the time to be displayed in 24 hour format Select date format Select a date format About phone Access information about your device check the device s status and learn how to use your device ...

Page 109: ...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 110: ...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 111: ... 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 112: ...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 113: ...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 114: ...nnect to if necessary Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range 10 meters 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 u...

Page 115: ...ers that are not approved by the manufacturer 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 Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuri...

Page 116: ...e 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 de...

Page 117: ...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 118: ...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 119: ... 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 120: ...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 frequent breaks Protect your hearing Excessive exposure...

Page 121: ...vels when possible your device reduces your overall exposure to RF energy For more information about the SAR and related EU standards visit the Samsung website 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 in...

Page 122: ...duct 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 working life To prevent possible harm to the en...

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Page 124: ...nstall 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 select 2 Applications Settings About phone USB settings Select 3 OK to turn off USB debugging if necessary Select 4 Samsung Kies Using a PC data cable connect your device to your PC 5 Refer to the Kies help for more information www samsungmobile com ...

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