Samsung Galaxy GT-i5500 User Manual Download

Page: 30 / 108

Getting started

Select an application you want to access.

Install an application

›

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Market

Select an item category

→

an item.

Select

Install

(for free items) or

Buy

→

If you select

Install

, the item will start downloading

immediately.
If you select

Buy

, you need to enter your credit card

information. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Uninstall an application

›

From the Android Market home screen, press [

]

→

Downloads

Select the item you want to delete.

Select

Uninstall

→

Download applications from

Android Market

Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality

can be extended by installing additional applications.

Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to

shop for games and mobile applications.

This feature may be unavailable depending on

•

your region.
You cannot use some applications that use the

•

Auto Focus feature of camera.

Search for an application

›

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Market

Select

Accept

when the terms and conditions appears.

Press [

]

→

Search

Enter a word of an application and select [

Summary of Contents for Galaxy GT-i5500

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

Page 2: ...res of your device Please read this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and correct use The descriptions in this manual are based on the default settings of your device Please keep this manual for future reference Instructional icons Before you start familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others...

Page 3: ...d Google Maps are trademarks of Google Inc YouTube is a trademark ofYouTube LLC YouTube logo is a registered trademark ofYouTube LLC Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Refer to pages with related information for example p 12 represents see page 12 Followed by the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step for example Select Messaging New message...

Page 4: ... of Sun Microsystems Inc and are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc CS Headphone andWOW HD technologies are incorporated under licence from SRS Labs Inc Wi Fi theWi Fi CERTIFIED logo and theWi Fi logo are registered trademarks of theWi Fi Alliance ...

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 21 Access applications 23 Customise your device 24 Enter text 27 Download applications from Android Market 30 Download files from the web 31 Synchronise data 31 ...

Page 6: ... Contacts 57 Calendar 59 Memo 61 Web 62 Internet 62 Samsung Apps 64 Layar 64 Maps 64 YouTube 66 Market 68 Communication 33 Calling 33 Messages 37 Google Mail 39 Email 40 Talk 42 Entertainment 43 Camera 43 Gallery 50 Music 52 FM Radio 54 ...

Page 7: ...s 79 Sound display 80 Location security 81 Applications 82 Accounts sync 83 Privacy 83 SD card USB Mass Storage phone storage 83 Search 84 Language keyboard 84 Connectivity 69 Bluetooth 69 Wi Fi 71 AllShare 72 Tools 75 Clock 75 Calculator 76 My Files 76 Voice Search 77 Write and Go 77 ...

Page 8: ...Contents 8 Accessibility 86 Text to speech 86 Date time 87 About phone 87 Troubleshooting 88 Safety and usage information 94 Index 102 ...

Page 9: ... the software and accessories available 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 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 subscription details such as your personal i...

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 life span 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 sid...

Page 14: ...m 3 the 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 mem...

Page 15: ... card 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 USB Mass Storage phone storage 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 resultin...

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: ...o return 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 Speaker Back cover Camera ...

Page 18: ...ork connected HSDPA network connected Roaming outside of normal service area More status icons are available touch the icon to see them Call in progress 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 Volume Adjust the device s vol...

Page 19: ...ed Airplane mode activated Music playback in progress Error occurred or caution required Battery power level 10 00 Current time Icon Definition Call diverting activated Missed call Speakerphone activated Connected to PC Wi Fi activated Bluetooth activated Bluetooth device connected GPS activated Synchronised with the web No SIM or USIM card ...

Page 20: ...it for more than 2 seconds to open a pop up option list Scroll Tap and drag your finger up down left or right to move to items on lists Drag and drop Tap and hold your finger on an item and then drag your finger to move the item Use the touch screen Your device s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions Learn basic actions to use the touch screen To avoid scratching the touch...

Page 21: ... 1 Add Select the item category 2 an item SamsungWidgets Android Widgets Add widgets such as various clocks photos favourite contact list and online services Double tap Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in or out while viewing photos or web pages Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use the device for a specified period To turn on the screen press any key You can also ad...

Page 22: ...Bluetooth wireless connection feature p 69 Silent Activate or deactivate the silent mode Vibrate Activate or deactivate vibration mode Shortcuts Add shortcuts to items such as applications bookmarks and contacts Folders Create a new folder or add folders for your contacts Wallpapers Set a background image Available items may vary depending on the current idle screen mode Move items on the idle scr...

Page 23: ...tures the interface will automatically switch to landscape view To set the interface to keep the orientation when you rotate the device select Settings Sound display Orientation Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs In Idle mode press 1 Edit Select 2 to add new panels or to remove a panel ...

Page 24: ...ss theVolume key up or down to adjust the ringtone volume Organise applications You can reorganise the applications in the application list by changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit your preferences and needs In the application list press 1 Edit Tap and hold an application 2 Drag the application to the location you want when 3 the application is magnified You can move an app...

Page 25: ...adjust the level of brightness Select 3 OK The brightness level of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power Switch to the silent mode To mute or unmute your device do one of the followings In Idle mode press or select Keypad and tap and hold Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen and select Silent In Idle mode press and hold and select Silent mode Change y...

Page 26: ... can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM 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 You can set an unlock pattern to prevent unauthorised people from using the device without your permission In Idle mode open the application list and sel...

Page 27: ...each key to enter additional characters 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 ...

Page 28: ...he input box Handwriting box 2 Write in the input box Handwriting full screen Write anywhere on the screen Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing 2 on the screen You can also use the following keys 5 3 4 1 2 Number Function 1 Change case 2 Switch between Symbol mode and ABC Number mode 3 Clear your input 4 Start a new line 5 Insert a space To hide the Swype keyboard press To view hel...

Page 29: ...ou want to highlight 3 Tap and hold the highlighted text 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 You can also use the following keys 5 6 4 1 2 3 Number Function 1 Change case 2 Switch between Number Symbol mode and ABC mod...

Page 30: ...ss 1 Downloads Select the item you want to delete 2 Select 3 Uninstall OK Download applications from Android Market Based on the Android platform your device s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applications This feature may be unavailable depending on your region You cannot use some app...

Page 31: ... your region Set up a server account In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Accounts sync 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 risk...

Page 32: ... web the updated information will appear on your device and vice versa In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Accounts sync Select 2 Auto sync an account Select the applications you want to synchronise 3 To exclude applications from automatic synchronisation clear the check boxes next to the applications you want Synchronise data manually In Idle mode open the application lis...

Page 33: ...er an area code and a phone number Select 2 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 press 3 End call or press Use the phonebook to save numbers you dial frequently p 57 Answer a call 1 When a call comes in press When the device is ringing press theVolume key to adjust the volume or press and hold...

Page 34: ...place a call on hold or retrieve a held call press Hold Call an international number In Idle mode press 1 or select Keypad 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 calls hands free To answer a call ...

Page 35: ...and select 1 Settings Call settings Fixed Dialling 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 t...

Page 36: ... add the number to the phonebook or reject list 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...

Page 37: ... a subject for the message Select 6 Send 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 an...

Page 38: ...he 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 Select a text or multimedia message from the message 3 thread For a multimedia message select the attachment with 4 an image file or select to view the at...

Page 39: ...ly to all To forward the message to other people select Forward 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 rectangle on the message Send an email...

Page 40: ...r email address and password and then 2 select Next To mute the message press More Mute To report the message as a spam press More Report spam Organise email by labels You can organise your email by labelling your messages adding stars to mark important messages or store messages You can sort messages by label filter Add a label to a message From the Inbox screen tap and hold a message 1 Select 2 ...

Page 41: ... 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 Select an account type POP3 or IMAP 3 Follow the on screen instructions 4 Send an email message 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Email an email account Press 2 Compose Enter a name or address in the recipient field 3 Press 4 and select Add Cc ...

Page 42: ...s More Insert smiley To switch between active chats press 4 Switch chats To end the chat press 5 End chat From the message view use the following options To reply to the message press Reply To reply to the message including all recipients press Reply all To forward the message to other people press Forward Talk Learn to chat with friends and family via GoogleTalk This feature may be unavailable de...

Page 43: ... 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 A...

Page 44: ...roll left or right To zoom in or out select or To send a photo to others select Share To set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a contact select Set as To delete a photo select Delete Number Function 1 Check the camera status and settings Resolution Exposure metre type Number of photos you can take according to available memory Storage location 2 Change the shooting mode 3 Set whether t...

Page 45: ...he 6 green frame with the viewfinder When you have aligned the green frame and viewfinder the camera will automatically take the next photo Repeat step 6 to complete the panoramic photo 7 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 selec...

Page 46: ...exposure metre Image quality Set the quality level for your photos Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people s faces and help you take photos of their smiling faces In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 Select 3 Smile shot Make any necessary adjustments 4 Press the Confirm key 5 Aim the camera lens ...

Page 47: ...e camcorder Before taking a photo select to access the following settings Setting Function Guidelines Display guidelines on the preview screen Review Set the camera to display the taken image 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 p...

Page 48: ...mer 7 Adjust the brightness Select to increase or to decrease 8 View the photo or video you capture last Press theVolume key to zoom in or out 5 Press the Confirm key to start recording 6 Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary 4 adjustments 6 2 3 4 5 7 8 1 Number Function 1 Check the camcorder status and settings Resolution Length of video that can be captured according to available me...

Page 49: ...eset menus and shooting options Select 7 or press the Confirm key to stop recording The video is saved automatically The camera may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed After capturing videos select to view the captured videos To view more videos scroll left or right To play the video select Play To delete a video select Delete To send a video to others...

Page 50: ...o use the following options To view more photos scroll left or right To zoom in or out select or 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 mp4 Codec MPEG4 H 263 H 264...

Page 51: ... image 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...

Page 52: ...favourite music while on the go with the music player For details about file formats that the music player supports see Supported file formats p 50 Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card Download from the wireless web p 62 Receive via Bluetooth p 70 Play music After transferring music files to your device or memory card In Idle mode open the applic...

Page 53: ...aying In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Music Select a category 2 a music file Number Function 4 Open the playlist 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 SRS CS Headphone delivers a 5 1 surround sound experience over standard headphones or earbuds when listening to multichanne...

Page 54: ... saves 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 O...

Page 55: ...n list and select 2 FM Radio Select 3 Scan a scanning option The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically Select the radio station you want from the all station 4 list and press to return to the FM radio screen Control the FM radio with the following keys 4 6 1 4 3 3 2 4 5 Number Function 1 Adjust the volume 2 Turn off the FM radio Select to turn on the FM radio 3 Change the frequ...

Page 56: ...re available only from radio stations that provide this information FM auto 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 f...

Page 57: ...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 dialling screen In Idle mode press 1 or select Keypad and enter a phone number Select 2 Add to Contacts Create contact Select a memory location 3 Enter contact information 4 Select 5 Save to add the contact to memory Import or export contacts In ...

Page 58: ...etails 3 Select 4 Save You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature Find a contact 1 In Idle mode select Press 2 Enter the first letters of the name you want and select 3 Select the contact s name from the contact list 4 Once you find a contact you can call the contact or send a message by selecting a number link a contact f...

Page 59: ...y or monthly events and set alarms to remind yourself of important events Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts In Idle mode select 1 Press 2 Get friends Select 3 Add account Follow the on screen instructions 4 Create a group of contacts By creating groups of ...

Page 60: ...calendar event the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen 1 Select a reminder to view more details about the 2 event To snooze or dismiss the reminder select 3 Snooze all or Dismiss all Create an event In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Calendar Press 2 New event Enter the details of the event as required 3 Select 4 D...

Page 61: ...ximize You can send the memo to others by tapping and holding the memo and selecting an option Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date Create a memo In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Memo If there is a memo to be saved select 2 Create memo or press Create Enter your memo text 3 Press 4 to select a background colour Select 5 Save ...

Page 62: ... 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 field enter the web address URL of the web page and select Go Navigate web pages with the following keys 2 1 2 Number Function 1 Enter a web address of the web page to access 2 Open a list of saved bookmarks frequently visited p...

Page 63: ...age to retrieve While browsing the web page use the following options To zoom in or out 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 press Refresh Bookmark your favourite web pages You can bookmark web pages you frequently visit for quick access To add a bookmark In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Br...

Page 64: ...PS satellites Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of applications directly 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 optimized applications from Samsung Apps Expl...

Page 65: ...cific destination In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Maps Press 2 Directions Change the map view In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Maps Select 2 OK to close the intro window if necessary Press 3 Layers a view mode Search the map In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Maps Scroll through the map 2 To zoom in or out tap the screen and select 3 or Find ...

Page 66: ...ce anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Control playback with the following keys 4 1 2 4 3 Enter the addresses of the starting location and the 3 ending location To enter an address from your contact list or point the location on the map select Contacts or Point on map Select a travel method car bus or walk and select 4 Go Select a travel route to view details of your trip if 5 necessary Press 6 See...

Page 67: ...rt recording 4 Select 5 to stop recording Select 6 Save to upload the video that you have recorded Enter your user name and password and select 7 Sing in Number Function 1 Scan backward in a file tap and hold 2 Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar 3 Scan forward in a file tap and hold 4 Pause playback Select to resume playback Share videos In Idle mode open the application list and sele...

Page 68: ...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 30 ...

Page 69: ... 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 with your devi...

Page 70: ...eless 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 for 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 Pair to match the PIN between your device...

Page 71: ...o confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device if necessary Received data is saved to an appropriate application or folder according to its type For example a music or sound clip is saved to the sound folder and a contact to the phonebook Wi Fi Learn to use your device s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network WLAN compatible with...

Page 72: ...abled devices to access media files on your device you must activate media sharing In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 AllShare Select 2 Settings Enter a password for the network and select 3 Done if necessary Select 4 Connect 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 netw...

Page 73: ...ntrol playback using icons of your device 6 Playback may be buffered depending on the network connection and the connected server Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA 3 feature Option Function Media server name Enter a name for your device as a media server Share media Turn on video sharing image sharing or music sharing with other DLNA enabled devices Access point network Select a ...

Page 74: ...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 Select a media category and a file 4 Select a player the one that will play the media file 5 Playback begins at the selected player Control playback using icons of your device 6 ...

Page 75: ...features To create or delete an alarm 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 Select 3 Turn alarm on Set alarm details 4 When you are finished select 5 Done Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds Select Dismiss to stop the alarm Select Snooze to rep...

Page 76: ...a new folder select Create folder To delete files or folders select Delete To change the view mode select View by To sort files or folders select List by Delete an alarm In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Clock Press 2 Alarms 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 ...

Page 77: ...unity 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 To use additional features using a file such as moving copying or renaming options select More Voice Search Learn to search for information on the web by voice This feature may be una...

Page 78: ...use only non network services Wi Fi Activate theWLAN feature to connect to the internet or other network devices p 71 Wi Fi settings Wi Fi Turn theWLAN feature on or off Network notification Set the device to notify you when an open network is available AddWi Fi network AddWLAN networks Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over a distance p 69 Bluetooth settings Bluetoo...

Page 79: ...s voicemail service You can also select other voicemail services if you downloaded applications that support them Discoverable Set your device to be visible to other Bluetooth devices Scan for devices Search for available Bluetooth devices VPN settings Set upVirtual Private Network VPN server connections Mobile networks Data roaming Set the device to connect another network when you are roaming or...

Page 80: ...incoming calls Notification ringtone Select a ringtone to alert you to events such as incoming messages missed calls and alarms Voicemail settings Enter the number to access the voicemail service You can obtain this number from your service provider DTMFTones Set short or long DTMF Dual tone multi frequency tones to be sent to access teleservices such as bank accounts Call forwarding Divert incomi...

Page 81: ... time you turn it on By doing this you can prevent unauthorised people from unlocking the device Use visible pattern Set the unlock pattern to be visible or invisible as you draw it Audible touch tones Set the device to sound when you touch the keys on the dialler Audible selection Set the device to sound when you select an application or option on the touch screen Haptic feedback Set the device t...

Page 82: ... by using a PC data cable This is for application development Use tactile feedback Set the device to vibrate when you touch and draw the unlock pattern Set up SIM card lock Lock SIM card Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device Change SIM PIN Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data Visible passwords By default the device displays your password a...

Page 83: ...while charging the battery Allow mock locations Allow mock locations and service information to be sent to a Location Manager service for testing This is for application development Samsung Apps Select a network connection Wi Fi or packet switched data network to get application update notification from Samsung Apps Accounts sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for...

Page 84: ...e between words Auto capitalization Set the device to automatically capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark such as a period question mark or exclamation mark Search Change Google Search settings Google search settings Show web suggestions Set the device to display suggestions while you are entering a keyword Search history Set the device to show the search history of your Googl...

Page 85: ...tures of XT9 mode such as auto completion auto correction or auto substitution and set up your own word list Word Prediction Set the device to predict words according to your input and display word suggestions EnableTip Indicator Activate the indicator for quick help Audio Feedback Turn audio for the Swype keyboard on or off Vibrate on keypress Set the device to vibrate when you touch a key Displa...

Page 86: ...peech feature Language Select a language for the text to speech feature Keypad sweeping Enable the sweeping feature for the keypad input method You can enter text by sweeping keys instead of tapping Auto capitalization Set the device to automatically capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark such as a period question mark or exclamation mark Handwriting settings Customise the sett...

Page 87: ...n 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 to 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 88: ...re 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 89: ...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 90: ...ed Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list Re enter and save the number if necessary 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 E...

Page 91: ...d Free some memory by 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 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 the battery to contin...

Page 92: ...nse 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 av...

Page 93: ... to if necessary Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range 10 metres 33 feet 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 an...

Page 94: ...ging the earphones into an audio source and use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music Install mobile devices and equipment with caution Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle are securely mounted Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag deployment area Improperly installed wireless equipment can ca...

Page 95: ...ates and predictive text and take frequent breaks Never dispose of batteries or devices in a fire Follow all local regulations when disposing of used batteries or devices Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators Batteries may explode when overheated Never crush or puncture the battery Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure ...

Page 96: ...cted by airline personnel Protect the device batteries and chargers from damage Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures below 0 C or above 45 C Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hand and face Bring the device to a Samsung Service Centre to replace the screen Damage caused by careless ha...

Page 97: ...s and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects as this can create a connection between the and terminals of your...

Page 98: ... areas or circumstances Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel Important usage information Use your device in the normal position Avoid contact with your device s internal antenna Allow only qualified personnel to service your device Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your devic...

Page 99: ...e items for environmentally safe recycling Specific Absorption Rate SAR certification information Your device conforms to European Union EU standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency RF energy emitted by radio and telecommunications equipment These standards prevent the sale of mobile devices that exceed a maximum exposure level known as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR of 2 0W kg D...

Page 100: ...te sell create derivative works exploit or distribute in any manner or medium any content or services displayed through this device Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal This EEE is compliant with RoHS Correct disposal of batte...

Page 101: ...services should be made directly to the respective content and service providers THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED AS IS SAMSUNG DOES NOTWARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIEDLY FOR ANY PURPOSE SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITEDTO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SAMSUNG DOES NOT GUA...

Page 102: ...70 brightness display 25 calculator 76 calendar creating events 60 viewing events 60 call forwarding 36 calls answering 33 forwarding 36 international numbers 34 making 33 multiparty 35 rejecting 33 using headset 34 using options during voice 34 viewing missed 35 waiting 36 call waiting 36 camera capturing photos 43 capturing videos 47 customising camcorder 49 customising camera 46 clock 75 connec...

Page 103: ...ling number mode 35 FM radio listening to 54 saving stations 55 gallery playing videos 51 sharing images or videos 51 supported file formats 50 viewing photos 50 Google Mail 39 Google Maps 64 GoogleTalk 42 contacts copying or moving 59 creating 57 finding 58 importing or exporting 57 setting speed dial 58 device customising 24 indicator icons 18 keys 17 layout 16 settings 78 shortcuts panel 22 tur...

Page 104: ...ups 59 creating your namecard 58 finding contacts 58 photos capturing 43 capturing a series 45 capturing in smile shot 46 capturing panoramic 45 viewing 50 PIN lock 26 ringtone 80 Samsung Apps 64 settings accessibility 86 accounts sync 83 applications 82 menu screen accessing 23 organising applications 24 message log 36 messages accessing voice mail 38 sending email 41 sending multimedia 37 sendin...

Page 105: ...ions 34 voice mail 38 voice search 77 web browser adding bookmarks 63 browsing web pages 62 WLAN activating 71 finding and connecting to networks 71 text memos 61 text messages sending 37 viewing 38 time and date set 24 touch screen locking 21 unlock pattern 26 using 20 unlock pattern 26 unpack 9 USIM card installing 9 locking 26 video calls answering 33 making 33 ...

Page 106: ......

Page 107: ...s or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your phone Declaration of Conformity R TTE We Samsung Electronics declare under our sole responsibility that the product GSM Mobile Phone GT I5500 to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards and or other normative documents SAFETY EN 60950 1 2001 A11...

Page 108: ...No GH68 31404A English EU 07 2010 Rev 1 0 To install Kies PC Sync Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung 1 website www samsungmobile com and install it in 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 ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for Galaxy GT-i5500

Reviews:

Related manuals for Galaxy GT-i5500

Brands by name

Popular brands

Samsung Galaxy GT-i5500, User Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for Galaxy GT-i5500

Reviews:

Related manuals for Galaxy GT-i5500

Brands by name

Popular brands