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Page 1: ...GT I5500 usermanual ...

Page 2: ...ctual 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 delivery of this user manual is based on Googl...

Page 3: ...ources 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 copyright infringement by the user Please keep this manual for future reference Instructional icons Before you start familiarise yoursel...

Page 4: ...ghts are the property of their respective owners Copyright Copyright 2011 Samsung Electronics This user manual is protected under international copyright laws No part of this user manual may be reproduced distributed translated or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the ...

Page 5: ...d strap optional 15 Getting started 16 Turn your device on and off 16 Get to know your device 16 Use the touch screen 20 Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys 21 Get to know the idle screen 22 Access applications 24 Customise your device 25 Enter text 28 Download applications from Android Market 32 Download files from the web 33 Synchronise data 33 ...

Page 6: ... Memo 64 Web 66 Internet 66 Samsung Apps 68 Layar 68 Maps 69 Google Search 72 YouTube 73 News Weather 74 Market 75 Communication 35 Calling 35 Messages 39 Google Mail 41 Email 42 Talk 44 Social Hub 45 Entertainment 46 Camera 46 Gallery 53 Music 55 FM Radio 57 ...

Page 7: ...tworks 90 Call settings 92 Sound 93 Display 93 Location security 94 Applications 95 Accounts sync 95 Privacy 96 Connectivity 76 Bluetooth 76 Wi Fi 78 AllShare 79 USB tethering and portable hotspot 81 PC connections 82 VPN connections 83 Tools 86 Clock 86 Calculator 87 My Files 87 Task Manager 88 ...

Page 8: ...Contents 8 SD card phone storage 96 Search 96 Language keyboard 97 Voice input output 98 Accessibility 99 Date time 99 About phone 100 Troubleshooting 101 Safety precautions 107 Index 116 ...

Page 9: ...in your region or offered by your service provider You can obtain 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 subs...

Page 10: ... down If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card you can only use your device s non network services and some menus 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 11: ...ng approved chargers and cables Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device When your battery is low the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery message The battery icon will also be empty and blinking If the battery level becomes too low the device will automatically power off Recharge your battery to continue using your device Insert the...

Page 12: ...Service Centre When the battery is fully charged the battery icon is 4 no longer moving unplug the travel 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 to the multifunction jack on the side 1 of the device Plug the small end of the travel ada...

Page 13: ...erent 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 your device the file directory of the memory card will appear in the sdcard folder Charge with the PC data cable Before charging ensure that your PC is turned on Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the side...

Page 14: ... device Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot 4 Remove the memory card 5 Replace the back cover 6 Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information as this could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device Remove the back cover 1 Insert a memory card with the gold coloured contacts 2 facing down Push the memory card in the memory car...

Page 15: ...ard on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device Format the memory card only on the device In Idle mode select 1 Settings SD card phone storage Unmount SD card Format SD card Select 2 Format SD card Erase everything Before formatting the memory card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on your device The manufacturer s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting f...

Page 16: ...rnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as aeroplanes and hospitals To use your device s non network services only switch to Airplane mode Press and hold and select Airplane mode Get to know your device Device layout Multifunction jack Touch screen Earpiece Back Google Search Key Confirm key Volume key Menu Home key Mouthpiec...

Page 17: ...eturn to the idle screen Press and hold to open the list of recent applications 4 way navigation Scroll through applications or menu options Confirm Confirm your input Back Google Search Press to return to the previous screen Press to access the Google search Internal antenna Headset jack 3 5 mm Speaker Back cover Camera ...

Page 18: ...UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Roaming outside of normal service area More status icons are available touch the icon to see them Error occurred or caution required Key Function Dial Make or answer a call In Idle mode retrieve recently dialled missed or received numbers Power Turn on the device press and hold End a call Access the quick menus press and hold Lock the touch screen Vol...

Page 19: ...ia message New email message New voice mail message Silent mode activated Airplane mode activated Vibration mode activated Icon Definition Event notification FM radio turned on in the background Call in progress Call on hold Call diverting activated Missed call Speakerphone activated Music playback in progress Connected to PC Uploading data Downloading data ...

Page 20: ... use sharp tools Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact 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 No SIM or USIM card No signal Battery power level Alarm activated 10 00 Current...

Page 21: ...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 touch screen with the following actions Tap Tap once with your finger to select or launch a menu option or application Tap and hold Tap a...

Page 22: ... items on the idle screen Tap and hold an item to move 1 Drag the item to the location you want when the item 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 add new panels to the idl...

Page 23: ... needs In Idle mode press 1 Edit Select 2 to add new panels or to remove a panel Press 3 to return to the idle screen Remove items from the idle screen Tap and hold an item to remove 1 The 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 bar turn red release the 3 it...

Page 24: ... the application list press 1 Edit Tap and hold an application 2 Drag the application to the location you want 3 You can move an application icon to another main menu screen Press 4 to save the order of applications Access applications To access your device s applications In Idle mode select 1 to access the application list Scroll left or right to another application screen 2 Select an application...

Page 25: ...en the application list and select 1 Settings Sound Phone ringtone Select a ringtone from the list and select 2 OK Access recent applications Press and hold 1 to open the list of applications you have accessed recently Select an application to access 2 Customise your device Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences Set the current time and date In Idle mode open the app...

Page 26: ... pattern bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software Select a wallpaper for the idle screen In Idle mode press 1 Wallpaper an option Select an image 2 Select 3 Save or Set wallpaper Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on ...

Page 27: ...M card In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location security Set up SIM card lock Lock SIM card Enter your PIN and select 2 OK Set an unlock pattern In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location security Set up screen lock Pattern See the on screen instructions and example patterns 2 and select Next if necessary Draw a pattern by dragging your finge...

Page 28: ...en Once the PIN lock is enabled you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times your SIM or USIM card will 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 Enter text You can enter text by selecting ...

Page 29: ...r text using the Swype keyboard Change the text input mode 1 Select the first character of a word and drag your finger 2 to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen You can also use the following keys 6 4 7 5 3 1 2 Number Function 1 Switch to ABC orT9 mode When a dot next toT9 turns green T9 mode is active 2 Change case 3 Clear your input 4 Start a new line 5 Switch betwee...

Page 30: ... Symbol mode and ABC Number mode 4 Clear your input 5 Start a new line Pause on the second character for a moment and drag 3 the finger to the next character Continue until you have finished the word 4 Release the finger on the last character The word is 5 inserted into the text input field Repeat steps 2 5 to complete your text 6 Tap and hold each key to enter additional characters ...

Page 31: ...4 Select 5 Copy or Cut to copy and paste or cut and paste the text onto the clipboard In another application tap and hold the text input 6 field Select 7 Paste to insert the text from the clipboard into the text field Number Function 6 Enter text by voice This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language 7...

Page 32: ...cation list and select 1 Market Select 2 Accept when the terms and conditions appears Press 3 Search Enter a word of an application and select 4 Go Select an application you want to access 5 Install an application In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Market Select an item category 2 an item Select 3 Install for free items or Buy OK If you select Install the item will start downloadi...

Page 33: ...automatically will begin synchronisation and vice versa This feature may be unavailable depending on your region Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web your device saves them in a memory card For checking supported file formats see Supported file formats Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device To lessen your ris...

Page 34: ...p a server account In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Accounts sync Select 2 Add account an account type 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 If you add or edit data in any of the applications Google Mail Calend...

Page 35: ... accept end or reject calls Make a call In Idle mode press 1 Keypad or select and enter an area code and a phone number Select 2 to make a call To end the call press 3 End call or press Use the phonebook to save numbers you dial frequently p 60 Answer a call When a call comes in press 1 When the device is ringing press theVolume key to mute the ringtone To end the call press 2 End call or press Re...

Page 36: ...l on hold or retrieve a held call press Hold Call an international number In Idle mode press 1 Keypad or select and tap and hold 0 to insert the character Enter the complete number you want to dial country 2 code area code and phone number and then select to dial the number Use the headset By plugging the supplied headset into the device you can answer and control calls hands free To answer a call...

Page 37: ...lect 1 Settings Call settings Fixed Dialing Numbers Enable FDN To dial a second call press Add call and then dial a new number You must subscribe to the call waiting service to use this feature To answer a second call when a call waiting tone sounds press Hold current call answer to hold the first call Alternatively press End current call answer to end the first call You must subscribe to the call...

Page 38: ...mber or add the number to the phonebook Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card 2 and select OK Select 3 FDN list and add contacts to be used in FDN mode Set call forwarding Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls such as when you are alr...

Page 39: ... subject for the message Select 6 Send MMS to send the message Messages Learn to create and send text SMS multimedia MMS or email 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 1 In Idle mode open the application list ...

Page 40: ...erver number before accessing the server Your service provider can give you the number View a text or multimedia message 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Messaging Your messages are grouped into message threads by contact like a messenger Select a contact 2 For a multimedia message select the attachment with 3 an image file or select to view the attachment From the message view ...

Page 41: ...o reply to the message select To reply to the message including all recipients select Reply all 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 labelled a message its label appears in a coloured rectan...

Page 42: ...Next or Manual setup Follow the on screen instructions 3 To forward the message to other people select Forward To add a star to the message select To archive the message select Archive To delete the message select Delete To move to the previous or next message select or Organise email by labels You can organise your email by labelling your messages adding stars to mark important messages or store ...

Page 43: ...dle mode open the application list and select 1 Email an email account Press 2 Refresh to update the messages folder Select an email message from the message thread list 3 When you are finished setting up the email 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 retri...

Page 44: ...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 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 the message press Delete To move the message to another folder press Move to folder To load ...

Page 45: ...Hub Learn to access Social Hub the integrated communication application for email messages instant messages contacts or calendar information Visit http socialhub samsungmobile com for more details In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Social Hub Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub 2 ...

Page 46: ...1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 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 conditions ...

Page 47: ...te a photo select Delete Capture a series of photos You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects This is useful when you are photographing children at play or a sporting event In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Camera Number Function 1 Check the camera status and settings Resolution Exposure metre type Number of photos you can take according to available memory Storag...

Page 48: ...ication list and select 1 Camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 Select 3 Smile shot Make any necessary adjustments 4 Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 Select 3 Continuous Make any necessary adjustments 4 Press and hold the Confirm key or tap and hold 5 The camera will continue to take photos until you release the key Capture a panoramic photo You can take w...

Page 49: ...elines on the preview screen Review Set the camera to display the taken image Press the Confirm key or select 5 Aim the camera lens at your subject 6 Your device recognises people in an image and detects their smiles When the subject smiles the device automatically takes a photo Customise camera settings Before taking a photo select to access the following options Option Function Timer Select the ...

Page 50: ...3 4 5 7 1 Setting Function 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 Alternately customise the GPS connection settings to improve GPS reception p 94 Shutter sound Set the camera shutter to make a sound when capt...

Page 51: ...re videos scroll left or right To play the 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 brightness Se...

Page 52: ... menus and shooting options Customise 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 colour balance according to lighting conditions Effects Apply a special effect such as negative sepia or black and whi...

Page 53: ...s To view more photos scroll left or right To zoom in or out select or You can also double tap the screen to zoom in or 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 device s memory and memory card Supported file formats Type Format Image Extension bmp gif jpg png Video Extension 3gp ...

Page 54: ...age or video files 3 Select 4 Share a sharing option Send the file via a multimedia or email message or 5 Bluetooth or upload the file to the online album or community site Play a video 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Gallery Select a folder 2 a video with the icon to play Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Control playback with the following keys 4 1 2 3 4 Nu...

Page 55: ...ile on the go with the music player The music player supports the following file formats mp3 aac ogg amr imy wav mid Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card Download from the wireless web p 66 Receive via Bluetooth p 77 Play music After transferring music files to your device or memory card In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Music S...

Page 56: ...e feature When you turn on the party shuffle feature your device selects and plays music files randomly In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Music Select a category 2 a music file Number Function 5 Activate Shuffle mode 6 Change the repeat mode off repeating a file or repeating all files 7 Skip forward Scan forward in a file tap and hold WOW HD significantly improves the playback qu...

Page 57: ...es available stations automatically The first time you turn on the FM radio you will be prompted to start automatic tuning Press 3 Party shuffle To turn off the party shuffle feature select 4 Customise music player settings In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Music Select a category 2 a music file Press 3 Settings Adjust the following settings to customise your music 4 player Optio...

Page 58: ...pen the application list and select 2 FM Radio Select 3 Scan a scanning option The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically Control the FM radio with the following keys 4 1 4 3 3 2 4 6 5 Number Function 1 Change the sound output headset or device s speaker 2 Turn off the FM radio Select to turn on the FM radio 3 Change the frequency by 0 1 MHz 4 Search for an available radio stati...

Page 59: ...uto off Set the FM radio to automatically turn off after a specified length of time 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 favourites list You can add a name for a radio station or remove a radio ...

Page 60: ...In Idle mode select 1 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 dialling screen In Idle mode press 1 Keypad or select and enter a phone number Select 2 Add to Contacts Select a memory location 3 Enter contact information 4 Select 5 Save to add the contact to memory Find a contact 1 In Idle mode ...

Page 61: ... the website to your phone contacts In Idle mode select 1 Press 2 Get friends Select an account 3 Once you find a contact you can call the contact by selecting a number send a message by selecting Message send an email message by selecting an email address edit the contact information by pressing Edit Set a speed dial number In Idle mode select 1 Press 2 More Speed dial Select a location number 3 ...

Page 62: ...ng a single contact file 3 multiple contact files or all contact files and select OK Select contact files to import and select 4 OK Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group Start by creating a group In Idle mode select 1 Groups Press 2 Create Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group 3 Select 4 S...

Page 63: ... event as required 3 Select 4 Done To export contacts from your device to a memory card In Idle mode select 1 Press 2 Import Export Export to SD card Select 3 OK to confirm View the communication log You can view the communication log of calls messages email or SNS threads In Idle mode select 1 History Select an item you want to view 2 View social network activities You can view the recent activit...

Page 64: ...all or Dismiss all Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date View events To change the calendar view In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Calendar Press 2 and select Day Week or Month To view events of a specific date In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Calendar Select a date on the calendar In month view days with 2 scheduled events...

Page 65: ...eate memo or press Create Enter your memo text 3 Press 4 to select a background colour Select 5 Save View memos In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Memo Select a memo to view its details if necessary 2 You can send the memo to others by tappting and holding the memo and selecting an option ...

Page 66: ...ur service provider Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages Available icons may vary depending on your region Browse web pages In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Browser to launch a specified homepage To access a specific web page select the URL input 2 field enter the web address URL of the web page and select Navigate web pages with the following keys 3 1 ...

Page 67: ...ect a web page to retrieve Number Function 1 Enter a 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 or flick to any direction to display or and select a zoom icon To go to a next page in history press Forward To reload a web page...

Page 68: ...ly to your device Featuring a wealth of games news reference social networking navigation health related applications and more Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile experience Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps Explore amazing applications and make your mobile life even better The service may be unavailable depending on your regi...

Page 69: ...nhance the GPS functionality by downloading data files from the GPS web server You may incur additional charges for downloading GPS data files Maps Learn to use Google Maps find your location search the online map for streets cities or countries and get directions To receive better GPS signals avoid using your device in the following conditions between buildings in tunnels or underground passages ...

Page 70: ...od car bus or walk and select 4 Go Select a travel route to view details of your trip if 5 necessary Press 6 See map When you are finished press 7 Clear Map Search for a specific location In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Maps Select 2 OK to close the intro window if necessary Press 3 Search or press Enter a keyword for the location and select 4 To zoom in or out select or To add...

Page 71: ...on the map select Share your 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 Latitude The device automatically joins Latitude 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...

Page 72: ... or a word of the data to search 2 Select the item s name you want to access 3 Navigate to your destination Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination 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 If you are launching this application for the first time 2 ...

Page 73: ...ar 2 Change the quality of the display YouTube Learn to view and share videos viaYouTube Watch videos In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 YouTube If you are launching this application for the first time 2 select Accept Select a video from the list 3 Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 4 ...

Page 74: ...ress Settings Weather settings and clear the check box next to Use my location Then select a location in Set location 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 upload new videos select to turn on the camcorder Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjus...

Page 75: ... an article to open 3 To add news topics press Settings News settings Select news topics Market You can download games ringtones or other applications from the Android Market This feature may be unavailable depending on your region In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Market Search for a file and download it to the device 2 p 32 ...

Page 76: ...Samsung 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 ...

Page 77: ...reless feature and select OK if necessary Find and pair with other Bluetooth enabled devices In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless networks 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 ...

Page 78: ... Wi Fi networks Enter a password for the network and select 3 Done if necessary Select 4 Connect Select 3 Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device if necessary Received data is saved to the bluetooth folder Wi Fi Learn to use your device s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network WLAN compatible with the IEEE 802 11 b...

Page 79: ...re media Turn on video sharing image sharing or music sharing with other DLNA enabled devices Add aWLAN manually In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless networks Wi Fi settings AddWi Fi network Enter the SSID for the network and select the security 2 type Set the security settings depending on the selected 3 security type Select 4 Save AllShare Learn to use the Digita...

Page 80: ...from server on another player via my phone Your device automatically searches for DLNA enabled devices Select a device as the media server the one that 3 contains media files Option Function Access point network Select a connection profile to use for DLNA connections Upload from other devices Set whether or not to accept the upload from other devices Play your files on another DLNA enabled device ...

Page 81: ...obile network via WLAN In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless networks Tethering portable hotspot Select a media category and a file 4 Select 5 Add to playlist Select a player the one that will play the media file 6 Playback begins at the selected player Control playback using icons of your device 7 USB tethering and portable hotspot Learn to set your device as a wir...

Page 82: ...ice you can also access the file directory of the memory card by using the device as a memory card reader The file directory of the memory card will appear as a removable disk separate from the internal memory Select 2 PortableWi Fi hotspot to activate theWLAN hotspot Your device searches for and connects to aWLAN From another device locate your device s name in the 3 available connection list and...

Page 83: ...s VPN settings AddVPN Select aVPN type 2 If you want to transfer files from or to a memory card 1 insert a memory card into the device Using an optional PC data cable connect the 2 multifunction jack on your device to a PC Select 3 UMS mode only OK When connected select 4 Turn on USB storage Open the folder to view files 5 Copy files from the PC to the memory card 6 When you are finished select 7 ...

Page 84: ... certificates from theVPN server or download from the web DNS search domains Enter the domain name server DNS address Customise the connection information 3 Available options may vary depending on theVPN type Option Function VPN name Enter a name of theVPN server SetVPN server Enter the IP address of theVPN server Enable encryption Set to encrypt theVPN server Set IPSec pre shared key Enter a pre ...

Page 85: ...85 Connect to a private network In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless networks VPN settings Select a private network to connect 2 Enter the user name and password and select 3 Connect ...

Page 86: ...larm select To access Gallery select To launch the music player select To return to the idle screen select Set a new alarm In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Clock Press 2 Add alarm Set alarm details 3 When you are finished select 4 Done Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds Select Dismiss to stop the alarm Select Snooze to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time Delete an...

Page 87: ... email or the Bluetooth wireless 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 Tap and hold an alarm to delete 3 Select 4 Delete alarm OK Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand held or desktop calculator In Idle mode open the application list...

Page 88: ...to the keyword To sort files or folders select List by To use additional features using a file such as moving copying or renaming options select More Task Manager With the task manager you can view currently running applications package size of applications and memory information and monitor the RAM memory In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Task Manager Use the following options 2...

Page 89: ...text using the text input panel 2 When you are finished select one of the options under 3 the text input field To send a text message 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 sel...

Page 90: ...on your device You can use only non network services Wi Fi settings Wi Fi Turn theWLAN feature on or off p 78 Network notification Set the device to notify you when an open network is available AddWi Fi network AddWLAN networks Bluetooth settings Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off p 76 Device name Set a Bluetooth name for your device Visible Set your device to be visible to ot...

Page 91: ...able networks and select a network for roaming Tethering portable hotspot USB tethering Activate the USB tethering feature to share your device s mobile network connection with PCs via USB When connected to a PC your device is used as a wireless modem for a PC p 81 PortableWi Fi hotspot Activate the PortableWLAN hotspot feature to share your device s mobile network connection with PCs or other dev...

Page 92: ...ll waiting Allow incoming call alerts when a call is already in progress Call settings Customise the settings for calling features 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 FDN list ...

Page 93: ...tween windows Screen timeout Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display s backlight Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device Silent mode Activate the silent mode to mute all sounds except media sounds and alarm ringtones Vibrate Set when the device will vibrate for various events Volume Adjust the volume level for call ringtones music and videos alarm...

Page 94: ...arious applications Install from SD card Install encrypted certificates that are stored on a memory card Location security Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card and GPS functionality Use wireless networks Set the device to use the wireless networking for checking locations if supported in an application Use GPS satellites Enable the GPS functionality for checking lo...

Page 95: ...lications synchronise data Auto sync Set the device to synchronise contact calendar and email data automatically 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 Unknown sources Select to download applications from any source If ...

Page 96: ...ogle account Searchable items Select the types of items to include in your search Clear shortcuts Clear the information from recent searches Privacy Change the settings for managing your settings and data Back up my data Back up your device s settings to the Google server Automatic restore Set the device to restore applications data you backed up when they are installed in your device Factory data...

Page 97: ...elp Access help information for using the Swype keyboard Tutorial Learn how to enter text faster with the Swype keyboard Version View version information Language keyboard Change the settings for text input Select language Select a display language for all menus and applications and a writing language for all text editors Swype Language Select a language for text input You cannot enter text in som...

Page 98: ...amsung keypad Keypad types Select the default input method such as the QWERTY keyboard traditional keypad or handwriting screen Writing language Select a language for text input 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 Ke...

Page 99: ...ally Use 24 hour format Set to the time to be displayed in 24 hour format Select date format Select a date format Text to speech settings Listen to an example Listen to the spoken text for an example Install voice data for using the text to speech feature Always use my settings Set the device to use the settings you specify in applications rather than the default settings Default Engine Set the sp...

Page 100: ...Settings 100 About phone Access information about your device check the device s status and learn how to use your device ...

Page 101: ...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 102: ...simultaneously press the Volume key up and down and then press When an exclamation mark appears press the Home key to reboot 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...

Page 103: ...he call is not connected Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list Calls are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception you may lose your connection to the network Move to another area and try again 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 ...

Page 104: ... transferring files to a PC or deleting files from your device Restart the device If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips contact a Samsung Service Centre Re enter and save the number if necessary Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact s phone number The device beeps and the battery icon flashes Your battery is low Recharge or replace ...

Page 105: ...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 106: ...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 Centre 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 107: ...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 authorised service centre Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device I...

Page 108: ...re the safety of your hearing aid Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of removing the battery 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 deformation of the device and reduce the charging...

Page 109: ...ue 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 Always comply with regulations instructions and signs in potentially explosive environments Do not use your device at refuelling points service stations near fuels or chemical...

Page 110: ...luding credit cards phone cards passbooks 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...

Page 111: ...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 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 periods of time ...

Page 112: ...ung Service Centre to have it repaired Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Protect your hearing Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage Exposure to loud sounds while driving may distract your attention and cause an accident Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an audio so...

Page 113: ...imum SAR recorded for this model was 0 645W kg In normal use the actual SAR is likely to be much lower as 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 increase your charges Install mobile devices and equipment with caution Ensure that any mobile devices or relate...

Page 114: ...sed of these substances can cause harm to human health or the environment the device has been designed to emit only the RF energy necessary to transmit a signal to the nearest base station By automatically emitting lower levels when possible your device reduces your overall exposure to RF energy The Declaration of Conformity statement at the back of this manual demonstrates your device s complianc...

Page 115: ...ive content and service providers To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local free battery return system Disclaimer Some content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are protected by copyright patent trademark and or other intellectual property laws Such content...

Page 116: ...ness display 26 calculator 87 calendar creating events 63 viewing events 64 call forwarding 38 call log 38 calls answering 35 forwarding 38 international numbers 36 making 35 multiparty 37 rejecting 35 using headset 36 using options during voice 36 viewing missed 37 waiting 38 call waiting 38 camera capturing photos 46 capturing videos 50 customising camcorder 52 customising camera 49 clock 86 con...

Page 117: ... file manager 87 fixed dialling number mode 37 FM radio listening to 57 saving stations 58 gallery playing videos 54 sharing images or videos 54 supported file formats 53 viewing photos 53 Google Mail 41 Google Maps 69 contacts copying or moving 62 creating 60 finding 60 setting speed dial 61 device customising 25 indicator icons 18 keys 17 layout 16 settings 90 shortcuts panel 23 turning on or of...

Page 118: ...ass storage 82 Samsung Kies 82 phonebook creating contacts 60 creating groups 62 creating your namecard 61 finding contacts 60 photos capturing 46 capturing a series 47 capturing in smile shot 48 capturing panoramic 48 viewing 53 PIN lock 27 ringtone 93 memos creating 65 viewing 65 menu screen accessing 24 organising applications 24 messages sending email 43 sending multimedia 39 sending text 39 s...

Page 119: ...73 unlock pattern 26 unpack 9 USIM card installing 9 locking 27 video player 54 videos capturing 50 playing 54 voice calls answering 35 making 35 using options 36 voice mail 40 voice search 88 SIM card installing 9 locking 27 social hub 45 synchronisation with web accounts 33 task manager 88 text input 28 text memos 64 text messages sending 39 viewing 40 time and date set 25 touch screen locking 2...

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Page 121: ... 11 11 Joong Hoon Choi Lab Manager place and date of issue name and signature of authorised person It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product Declaration of Conformity R TTE We Samsung Electronics declare under our sole responsibility that the product GS...

Page 122: ...H68 33194A English EU 02 2011 Rev 1 0 To install Kies PC Sync Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website 1 www samsungmobile com and install it on your PC In Idle mode select 2 Settings Applications Development USB debugging Using a PC data cable connect your device to your PC 3 Select 4 KIES OK if necessary Refer to the Kies help for more information ...

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