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Page 1: ...n Korea Code No GH68 28271A English SEA 05 2010 Rev 1 2 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 Menu mode select 2 Settings Connectivity USB Samsung Kies Set Using a PC data cable connect your device to your PC 3 Refer to the Kies help for more information ...

Page 2: ...GT S8500 usermanual ...

Page 3: ...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 familiarize yourself with the icons you will see in this manual Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others...

Page 4: ...r is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation and are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc CS Headphone andWOW HD technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc 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 In Menu mode select Messages Compose represents Messages fo...

Page 5: ...stered in order to play DivXVideo on Demand VOD content To generate the registration code locate the DivXVOD section in the deivce setup menu Go to http vod divx com with this code to complete the registration process and learn more about DivXVOD DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 720p including premium content Pat 7 295 673 7 460 688 7 519 274 Wi Fi theWi Fi CERTIFIED logo and theWi Fi lo...

Page 6: ...tional 13 Getting started 16 Turn your device on and off 16 Get to know your device 17 Use the touch screen 20 Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys 22 Access menus 22 Launch and manage applications 24 Use widgets 25 Customize your device 26 Enter text 31 Access help information 34 Communication 35 Calling 35 Log 41 Messages 43 ...

Page 7: ... Task 78 Memo 79 Voice recorder 79 Web 81 Internet 81 Samsung Apps 85 Synchronize 86 Daily briefing 87 Community websites 87 Email 47 IM 51 Social Hub 51 Entertainment 52 Camera 52 Video player 63 Media browser 65 Music player 66 FM radio 69 Games and more 72 ...

Page 8: ...15 Offline mode 115 Connectivity 115 Sound profiles 116 Display and light 117 General 117 Date and time 118 Menu and widgets 119 Connectivity 88 Bluetooth 88 Wi Fi 92 AllShare 94 Mobile AP 97 GPS 98 TV connections TV out mode 99 PC connections 100 Tools 103 Clock 103 Calculator 105 Mini diary 105 ...

Page 9: ...Contents 8 Applications 119 Security 126 Memory 126 Reset 127 About phone 127 SIM applications 127 Troubleshooting 128 Safety and usage information 133 ...

Page 10: ...the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer The supplied accessories perform best for your device 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 ...

Page 11: ...wn 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 Yes to turn it off Remove the back cover and battery 2 Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover ...

Page 12: ...ng approved chargers and cables Unauthorized 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 13: ...g Service Center 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 while connected to 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 top of 1 the device Plug the small end of the travel...

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

Page 15: ... memory card cover 4 Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure your device will ask you to reformat the memory card Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the life span of memory cards Remove the back cover and the battery 1 Unlock the memory card cover 2 ...

Page 16: ...e Format the memory card only on the device In Menu mode select Settings Memory Memory card details Format Yes 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 user actions Lock the memory card cover 5 Replace the battery and the back cover 6 Remove the memory card Ensure t...

Page 17: ...ur home time zone and select 4 Next Set the time and date and select 5 Save To turn off your device press and hold and select Yes Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as airplane and hospitals To use your device s non network services only switch to the offline mode In Menu mode select Settings Offline ...

Page 18: ...r Multifunction jack Flashbulb Lock key Camera key Internal antenna Back cover Rear camera lens Back cover lock Headset TV out cable jack Front camera lens for video calls Speaker Touch screen Proximity sensor Power End key Menu key Volume key Dial key Microphone ...

Page 19: ...can add new panels to the idle screen p 26 Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to move to the corresponding panel of the idle screen directly Keys Key Function Dial Make or answer a call In Idle mode retrieve log of your calls and messages Menu Access Menu mode Launch the task manager to view all active applications press and hold I...

Page 20: ...mal profile activated Silent profile activated Current time Battery power level Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected Wi Fi activated Bluetooth activated Bluetooth hands free car kit or headset connected Voice call i...

Page 21: ...al 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 Shortcuts panel In Idle mode or while using an application select in the indicator icons area to open the shortcuts panel Select icons to activate or deactivate theWLAN and Bluetooth...

Page 22: ... film before using your device Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body For best performance tap the touch screen with your fingertip The touch screen will not react to touches of sharp tools such as a stylus or pen Control your touch screen with the following actions Tap Tap once with your finger to select or launch a menu option or application...

Page 23: ...on 3 Press 4 to return to Idle mode Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations To lock press the Lock key To unlock press and hold the Lock key Alternatively press the Lock key and flick the grey window with your finger You can also set the device to automatically lock the touch screen and keys when you do not use the d...

Page 24: ...om line Move an application at the bottom line to a main menu screen and move an application you want to use in Idle mode directly to the bottom line Select 4 Done at the top left of the screen Your device has a built in motion sensor that detects its orientation If you rotate the device while using some features the interface will automatically switch to landscape view To set the interface to kee...

Page 25: ...age multiple applications with the task manager To launch the task manager Press and hold the Menu key The icons of active 1 applications appear Add new main menu screens In Idle mode press the Menu key to access Menu 1 mode Select 2 Edit at the top left of the screen Rotate the device to landscape view 3 Select 4 to add a new main menu screen You can add up to 10 screens Select to remove the scre...

Page 26: ...close the widget toolbar To move the widget back to the widget toolbar drag it 6 to the widget toolbar Control active applications as follows 2 To switch between applications select one from the icons of active applications To close an application select To close all active applications select End all applications Use widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and inf...

Page 27: ...dle screen Rotate the device clockwise to portrait view 4 Select 5 Done at the top left of the screen You can organize each panel of the idle screen with your favorite widgets Scroll left or right to a panel and then position widgets anywhere on the screen To move a widget on the idle screen tap and hold the widget until the yellow frame appears and then position it anywhere on the screen Manage w...

Page 28: ...ibration Select 3 Set Switch to the silent profile In Idle mode select Keypad and then tap and hold to mute or unmute your device Set the current time and date In Menu mode select 1 Settings Date and time Select the time zone option and a time zone 2 Enter the current time and date and set the time and 3 date format Select 4 Back Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode press theVolume key ...

Page 29: ...ust the level of brightness Select 3 Set The brightness level of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power Set up a sound profile You can change your device s sounds by customising the current sound profile or switching to another sound profile To set up a profile In Menu mode select 1 Settings Sound profiles Select the profile you are using 2 Customize the sound option...

Page 30: ...g the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card In Menu mode select 1 Settings Security Select 2 PIN lock Enter the PIN of your SIM or USIM card and select 3 Done Change the order of tabs You can change the order of tabs of an application Launch an application that has tabs on the top line of 1 the screen Tap and hold the tab area 2 Select an item and move it to a new tab position 3 When you are fin...

Page 31: ...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 Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your device the mob...

Page 32: ...d Select characters on the Qwerty keyboard Writing full screen Write anywhere on the screen Writing box Write in the input box Enter text You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen Change the text input method When you tap the text input field the input panel with the QWERTY keyboard appears by default 5 6 4 1 2 3 Number Function 1 Ch...

Page 33: ...9 dictionary If you cannot find a word in the alternative word list you can add the word to theT9 dictionary Select Add word at the bottom of the alternative word list Enter text using input methods Change the text input method 1 Change the text input mode 2 Select the appropriate virtual keys or write on the 3 screen to enter your text When entering text rotate the device to display the Qwerty ke...

Page 34: ...ap the word you want to highlight twice Select 4 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 5 field Select 6 Paste to insert the text from the clipboard into the text field Mode Function Number Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a number You can enter numbers by tapping and holding a virtual key in ABC or T9...

Page 35: ...In Idle mode open the widget toolbar and select 1 if necessary Select the help widget from the idle screen 2 Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view 3 Select a help topic to learn about an application or 4 feature Scroll left or right to view more information 5 To return to the previous level select ...

Page 36: ...ll select When you hold the device near your face during a voice call your device automatically locks the touch screen to prevent accidental input To end the call press 3 Use the phonebook to save numbers you dial frequently p 75 To quickly access the call log to redial numbers you dialed recently press Answer a call 1 When a call comes in press When the device is ringing press theVolume key to ad...

Page 37: ...can use the following options while a voice call is in progress To adjust the voice volume press theVolume key up or down To place a call on hold select Hold To retrieve a held call select Unhold Reject a call When a call comes in press The caller will hear a busy tone You can set up a list of numbers to reject incoming calls automatically p 39 You can send a message when you reject incoming calls...

Page 38: ...placed on hold select Transfer You will be disconnected To activate the speakerphone feature select Speaker You can activate the speakerphone feature with motion In Menu mode select Settings General Gestures Putting down Speaker call Then during a call place your device on a table or a flat surface In noisy environments you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone featur...

Page 39: ...press to dial Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress To hide your image from the other party select Hide me To select an alternative image to be shown to the other party select Outgoing image To capture the other party s image tap and hold the video image of other party and select Capture image To record a video call tap and hold the vid...

Page 40: ...e calls appear more realistic by playing back a recorded voice To record a voice In Menu mode select 1 Settings Applications Call Fake call Select 2 Use fake call voice Record voice Use additional features You can use various other call related features such as auto rejection Fixed Dialing Number FDN mode or call diverting or barring Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certa...

Page 41: ...everal conditions when you are not able to answer calls such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area In Menu mode select 1 Settings Applications Call Voice call or Video call Call diverting Select 3 to start recording Speak into the microphone 4 During recording select to pause and select to resume When you are finished select 5 Save You can also make fake ...

Page 42: ...all and message log You can view log of your calls and messages filtered by their types Select a condition 2 Select 3 Activate Select 4 Divert to Contacts to add a contact or to enter a number to which calls will be forwarded Your setting will be sent to the network Set call barring Call barring is a network feature to restrict certain types of calling or to prevent others from making calls with y...

Page 43: ...ing plan The cost counter may be unavailable depending on your SIM or USIM card You can reset the records in the log manager From each screen select Reset In Menu mode select 1 Log Scroll left or right to select a log type at the top of the 2 screen From the call and message log you can make a call or send a message directly to a contact by quickly flicking the contact to the left or right Select ...

Page 44: ...our service provider you can add your own connection profile In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity Network Connections Yes Select 2 Create 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 y...

Page 45: ...an email address the device will ask if you want to send a multimedia message Select OK to confirm Customize the parameters for the connection profile 3 Option Function Set name Enter the name for the profile Access name Enter the access point name Auth type Select an authentication type User ID Enter your user name Password Enter your password Protocol Select a network protocol Home URL Enter the...

Page 46: ...ect My folders To receive a messages from all channels or my channels select Broadcast messages To view messages in the spambox select Spambox Select the text input field and enter your message text 4 Select 5 and attach a file You can select a file from the file list take a photo or record a sound Select 6 Send to send the message View a text or multimedia message Messages you have received sent ...

Page 47: ...lders MMS cards Create Create a multimedia message with a subject and 3 desired attachments to use as your template p 44 To sort messages as desired select List by To adjust the message settings select Settings Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls To access your voic...

Page 48: ...ens Option Function Email address Enter your email address Select 4 Save You can now use a multimedia template to create a new multimedia message From the MMS card list tap and hold a template and select Send Your template will open as a new multimedia message Create a folder to manage messages Learn to create folders to manage your messages according to your preferences and needs In Menu mode sel...

Page 49: ... profile and select 2 Set Option Function User name Enter your user name for the account Password Enter your password for the account SMTP server Enter the address of the SMTP server outgoing server SMTP port Enter the port number of the SMTP server Secure connection Select a security protocol for the SMTP server Incoming server type Select the type of the incoming server POP3 or IMAP4 POP3 server...

Page 50: ...ct 1 Email Settings Email accounts New Exchange ActiveSync Send an email message 1 In Menu mode select Email an account Compose You can select Accounts to view other accounts Select 2 Contacts You can enter an email address manually or select one from the call log or groups by selecting another option Select the Cc Bcc field to add more recipients 3 Select the subject field to enter a subject 4 Se...

Page 51: ... account Select 2 Download Customize the settings for the Exchange server by 2 following screens Option Function Email address Enter your email address for the Exchange server User name Enter your user name for the Exchange server Password Enter your password for the Exchange server Domain Enter the domain of your email address Server URL Enter the URL of the Exchange server Use SSL Set to use the...

Page 52: ...d password to sign in 3 Chat with friends and family instantly 4 The Palringo messenger is provided depending on your region or service provider Social Hub Learn to access Social HubTM the integrated communication application for email messages instant messages contacts or calendar information Visit http socialhub samsungmobile com for more details In Menu mode select 1 Social Hub Check and use co...

Page 53: ...hoto 1 In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the camera Rotate the device counterclockwise 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 condi...

Page 54: ...d anywhere on the preview screen to 5 change the camera focus Press the Camera key to take a photo 6 The photo is saved automatically Number Function 1 Check the camera status and settings Resolution Default storage location Number of photos you can take according to available memory 2 Switch to the camcorder 3 Change the shooting mode 4 Change the scene mode 5 Change the camera settings 6 Change ...

Page 55: ...t to view the captured photos To view more photos scroll left or right or tilt the device left or right To zoom in place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart move your fingers closer together to zoom out To exit the zoom mode select Real size To set the photo as your favorites select To start a slideshow with photos and videos select Tap the screen to stop the slideshow To view the phot...

Page 56: ...heir smiles When the subject smiles the device automatically takes a photo For example when you take photos at night select the night mode that uses an extended exposure When you take photos of people with the light source behind them select the against light mode which reduces the contrast between light and dark areas In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the 1 camera Rotate the device cou...

Page 57: ... in the direction you selected 7 and align the green frame with the viewfinder When you have aligned the green frame and viewfinder the camera will automatically take the next photo 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 press the Camera key to turn on the 1 cam...

Page 58: ...ance according to lighting conditions Effects Apply a special effect such as sepia or black and white tones ISO Adjust the sensitivity of the camera imaging sensor Repeat step 7 to complete the panoramic photo 8 Select 9 to save the panoramic photo Capture a vintage photo You can take photos with a vintage look and feel by applying color filters In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the 1 c...

Page 59: ...bstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Alternately customize the GPS connection settings to improve GPS reception p 115 Option Function Exposure metering Select a type of exposure meter Anti Shake Reduce blur caused by the device s vibration or movement Auto contrast Automatically adjust contrast between your subject and background Blink detection S...

Page 60: ...can be captured according to available memory Setting Function Shutter sound Set the camera shutter to make a sound when capturing a photo Storage Select a memory location for storing captured photos Reset settings Reset menus and shooting options Capture a video 1 In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the camera Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view 2 Select 3 to switch to t...

Page 61: ... of the screen To set the video as your favorites select To start a slideshow with photos and videos select Tap the screen to stop the slideshow To view video details select To view thumbnails of all photos and videos select To delete a video select Delete Yes Number Function 2 Switch to the camera 3 Change the recording mode for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally 4 Change th...

Page 62: ... start recording 5 Select 6 or press the Camera key to stop recording To use additional features select and select one of the following options Send via Send the video to others via multimedia message email or the Bluetooth wireless feature You can also send the video to a DLNA enabled device using AllShare p 94 Upload Post the video to a community website or blog Edit tag Add or edit a tag to cat...

Page 63: ...s Before capturing a video select to access the following options Option Function Outdoor visibility Activate Outdoor visibility to select an appropriate lighting condition Timer Select the length of the delay before the camera starts recording a video Resolution Change the resolution option White balance Adjust the color balance according to lighting conditions Effects Apply a special effect such...

Page 64: ...n Video player Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos The video player supports the following file formats mp4 3gp wmv asf avi mkv divx and xvid To play DivX video files you must first register your device with the DivX website In Menu mode select Settings About phone DivX R VOD Register to check your registration code and then visit http vod divx com to complete the registr...

Page 65: ...o a DLNA enabled device using AllShare Upload to web Post the video to a community website or blog Details View the details of the video Number Function 5 Pause playback Select to resume playback 6 Scan forward in a file Customize video player settings During video playback select to access the following settings Option Function Subtitles on Activate subtitles in the video This option appears only...

Page 66: ...ack with the virtual keys 4 p 63 Media browser Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device s memory and memory card View a photo In Menu mode select 1 Media browser To change the view mode select View by an option Select a photo with no play icon to view 2 While viewing a photo use the following options To view more photos scroll left or right or tilt the device left or right To zoom...

Page 67: ... your device or memory card Download from the wireless web p 81 Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies p 100 Receive via Bluetooth p 90 Copy to your memory card p 101 Synchronize withWindows Media Player 11 p 101 Play music After transferring music files to your device or memory card In Menu mode select 1 Music Scroll left or right to a music category 2 Select a music file 3 Control pla...

Page 68: ...album and select the album 2 image Select a music file from the list next to the album 3 image to play it Select 4 or to pause or resume the current playback Select 5 to switch to circle view Number Function 1 Activate the 5 1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected 2 View the details of the music file 3 Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar 4 Skip backwards Scan backwa...

Page 69: ...lect a default equalizer type Effect Select a sound effect Music menu Select music categories to display on the music library screen Drag the small circle around the great circle to select 6 a track To switch to another category select the rectangular button at the top left of the screen and a category Select 7 to switch back to album view Create a playlist In Menu mode select 1 Music Select 2 Pla...

Page 70: ... to the FM radio Plug the supplied headset into the device 1 In Menu mode select 2 FM radio Option Function Visualization Select an animated visualisation to display during playback Find information of music Learn to access an online music service to get information about a song This service is not available from some service providers The database may not include information for all songs In Menu...

Page 71: ...y by 0 1 MHz 4 Search for an available radio station 5 Add the current radio station to the favorites list 6 Change the sound output headset or device s speaker Select 3 Yes to start automatic tuning The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically The first time you turn on the FM radio you will be prompted to start automatic tuning Control the FM radio with the following keys 4 6 1 ...

Page 72: ...dio settings In Menu mode select 1 FM radio Select 2 Settings Record a song from the FM radio Plug the supplied headset into the device 1 In Menu mode select 2 FM radio Select 3 to turn on the FM radio Scroll to the radio station you want 4 Select 5 Record to start recording When you are finished recording select 6 Save The recorded file will be saved in Sounds in Menu mode select My files Sounds ...

Page 73: ...ervice provider Search for a game or application and download it to 2 the device Adjust the following settings to customize your FM 3 radio Option Function Alternative frequency Set whether or not the FM radio attempts to retune a radio station when the signal is weak FM radio auto off Set the FM radio to automatically turn off after a specified length of time Record location Set a memory location...

Page 74: ...a game or application from the list and follow 2 the on screen instructions Available games or applications may vary depending on your region or service provider Controls and options of games or applications may vary Select Protection to protect your games or applications from accidental deletion ...

Page 75: ...ation 2 Select 3 Done to add the contact to memory You can also create a contact from the dialing screen In Idle mode select 1 Keypad and enter a phone number Select 2 Add to Contacts Create contact Enter contact information 3 Select 4 Done to add the contact to memory Find a contact 1 In Menu mode select Contacts Select 2 Search and enter the first letters of the name you want From the contact li...

Page 76: ...cts My profile Enter your own personal details 2 Once you find a contact you can Send a text or multimedia message by selecting Make a video call by selecting Make a voice call by pressing Link a contact from your community accounts to the contact by selecting Linked contacts Edit the contact information by selecting Edit If a contact is synchronized with an account p 86 you can Check your communi...

Page 77: ...elect a copy option from the device to the SIM or 2 USIM card or from the SIM or USIM card to the device Select contacts to copy 3 When you are finished selecting contacts select 4 Copy Select 3 Done You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community...

Page 78: ...nd the event to others by selecting Send via an option You can print the event via Bluetooth by selecting Print via Bluetooth You can synchronize your calendar with an Exchange server after configuring sync settings p 49 Calendar Learn to create and manage daily or monthly events and set alarms to remind yourself of important events Create an event In Menu mode select 1 Calendar Select 2 Create En...

Page 79: ... task to others by selecting Send via an option You can print the task via Bluetooth by selecting Print via Bluetooth You can synchronize your tasks with an Exchange server after configuring sync settings p 49 Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event the alarm will sound at the specified time To stop the alarm tap and hold Stop Task Learn to create a virtual task list and set a...

Page 80: ...earn to operate your device s voice recorder You can set voice memos as call or alarm ringtones Record a voice memo In Menu mode select 1 Voice recorder Select 2 to start recording Speak into the microphone 3 Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date Create a memo In Menu mode select 1 Memo Select 2 Create Enter your memo text and select 3 Cancel Select a color to...

Page 81: ...voice memo to others by tapping and holding a voice memo and selecting a sending option When you are finished select 4 or Save Your memo is saved automatically To record more voice memos repeat steps 2 4 5 Play a voice memo In Menu mode select 1 Voice recorder In a playlist select a voice memo to play 2 Control playback with the following keys 3 1 2 ...

Page 82: ...nnect to the internet you must activate a connection profile In addition to profiles that are preset by your service provider you can add your own connection profile In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity Network Connections Yes Select 2 Create Customize the network settings 3 Set up an MMS profile p 43 In Menu mode select 4 Internet Internet settings Internet profiles Select a connection pro...

Page 83: ...ge in a new window or switch between the currently opened windows 9 Open a list of saved bookmarks frequently visited pages and RSS feeds and recent internet history Navigate web pages with the following keys 2 1 8 9 7 6 5 3 2 4 Number Function 1 Bookmark the current web page 2 Set the brightness of the screen 3 Move backward or forward to web pages in history ...

Page 84: ...wing options To zoom in place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart move your fingers closer together to zoom out To zoom in or out tap the screen twice To translate a word tap and hold the word your want to translate and select Translate To save or send images from websites select Filter images Image on websites can be saved to your device or sent to others Bookmark your favorite web pa...

Page 85: ...eb Delete saved ID password Set to delete all saved passwords Delete database Delete all saved web database Option Function Internet profiles Select a connection profile to use for web connections Cookie options Set whether or not to save cookies RSS update Set the web browser to automatically update subscribed RSS feeds at regular intervals Activating the auto update feature increases the amount ...

Page 86: ...ns from Samsung Apps Explore amazing applications and make your mobile life even better In Menu mode select 1 Samsung Apps Search for and download applications or widgets as 2 desired Use the RSS reader Learn to use the RSS reader to receive the latest news and information from your favorite websites Add an RSS feed address In Menu mode select 1 Internet RSS feeds Select 2 Add Enter the title and ...

Page 87: ...e synchronized Sync type Set how to synchronize the device and the server To use Samsung Apps your device must be connected to the internet using cellular connection orWi Fi You may incur additional charges for accessing the internet and downloading applications If the widget toolbar is full downloaded widgets will not be automatically added to the widget toolbar You must remove some widgets from ...

Page 88: ...ook YouTube or Twitter Enter your username and password and sign in 2 Share photos videos or messages with friends and 3 family Option Function Sync server Enter the web address of the server to be synchronized Network profile Select a connection profile to use for synchronization When you are finished select 3 Save Start synchronization In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity Synchronize Sele...

Page 89: ...esponsible 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 device...

Page 90: ...lly search for available services Some devices especially headsets or hands free car kits may have a fixed Bluetooth PIN such as 0000 If the other device has a PIN you must enter it To allow other devices to locate your device select 3 Settings My phone s visibility Always on Save If you selected Custom enter duration that your device is visible and select Done Once the Bluetooth wireless feature ...

Page 91: ...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 Once the device is paired with another Bluetooth enabled device the device icon will turn green Select a paired device and use the following options To browse files on the paired device select Browse files To view the ser...

Page 92: ...o use Remote SIM mode start the Bluetooth connection from a Bluetooth hands free car kit You must authorize the Bluetooth hands free car kit Print data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Select a file or item such as a message calendar event tasks or image from an appropriate application or My files Select 2 Print via Bluetooth or select Print via Bluetooth Search for and pair with a Bluetooth...

Page 93: ...ties to activate and connect to any wireless local area network WLAN compatible with the IEEE 802 11 b g n standards You can connect to the internet or other network devices anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available Your device uses non harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors but cannot be...

Page 94: ...ithin 2 minutes Customize the connection profile of the selectedWLAN 3 Option Function Name View the name of the profile Security type View the security type of the WLAN AP IP address View your IP address of theWLAN AP IP address type Customize IP and DNS addresses Proxy address and port Enter the address and port number of the proxy server AP MAC View the Mac address of theWLAN AP When you are fi...

Page 95: ...omize the DLNA 2 feature Option Function Media server name Enter a name for your device as a media server Sharing video Turn on video sharing with other DLNA enabled devices Sharing image Turn on image sharing with other DLNA enabled devices AllShare Learn to use the Digital Living Network Alliance DLNA service that enables you to share media files between DLNA enabled devices in your home over aW...

Page 96: ...le 4 Playback begins at the selected player Control playback using icons of your device 5 Playback may be buffered depending on the network connection and the connected server Option Function Sharing music Turn on music sharing with other DLNA enabled devices Access point network Select a connection profile to use for DLNA connections Default memory Select the default memory location for saving do...

Page 97: ... 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 Play others files on your device In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity AllShare Select 2 next to Play file from server on my phone Your device automatically searches for DLNA enabled devices Select a device as the media se...

Page 98: ...y entering the appropriate password in theWPA field Mobile AP Learn about the Mobile AP feature which sets your device as an wireless AP Access Point to connect to the internet on other network devices In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity Mobile AP Select 2 Mobile AP on the top to activate the Mobile AP feature Select 3 Settings to customize the Mobile AP feature Option Function Name View a...

Page 99: ...o 2 Enable location services Select 3 My position to view your location GPS Your device is equipped with a global positioning system GPS receiver Learn to use navigation and positioning services with GPS Launch the Samsung mobile navigator Learn about the Samsung mobile navigator that gives you road guides and information about your location and trip distance This feature may be unavailable depend...

Page 100: ...Netherlands New Zealand Norway Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand NTSC Canada Japan Korea Mexico Taiwan USA Philippines Update the GPS functionality Learn to enhance the GPS functionality by downloading GPS data files You can improve the speed and accuracy of your device s positioning capability In Menu mode select Settings Connectivity Location Advanced GPS When you access an application...

Page 101: ...e Samsung website www samsungmobile com In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity USB Samsung Kies Set Press 2 to return to Idle mode Using an optional PC data cable connect the 3 multifunction jack on your device to a PC Select 3 Set Ensure that theTV is on and connect your device to the 4 TV with aTV out cable Match the colors at the ends of theTV out cable with those on theTV s A V ports Swit...

Page 102: ... card 1 insert a memory card into the device In Menu mode select 2 Settings Connectivity USB Mass storage Set Press 3 to return to Idle mode Run Samsung Kies and use wireless connections or 4 copy data and files Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information Synchronize withWindows Media Player Ensure thatWindows Media Player is installed on your PC In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity...

Page 103: ...le from the PC Otherwise you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage the memory card Use your device as a wireless modem You can use your device as a modem for a PC to access the internet via your mobile network service In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity USB PC Internet Set Using an optional PC data cable connect the 2 multifunction jack on your device to a PC Create a modem con...

Page 104: ...rm When you are finished select 5 Save Select Auto power setting to turn on the auto power up feature The auto power up feature sets the device to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time when the device is turned off Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds Tap and hold Stop stop the alarm Tap and hold Snooze to silence the alarm for the snooze period Delete an alarm In Menu mo...

Page 105: ...untdown You can now use other functions with the timer counting down in the background Press the Menu key and access another application When the timer expires tap and hold 4 Stop to stop the alert Create a world clock In Menu mode select 1 Clock Select 2 Add Select the text input field and enter the few letters of 3 a city name To select a city in the world map view select Map view Select the cit...

Page 106: ...to the blog select Publish Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand held or desktop calculator In Menu mode select 1 Calculator Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display 2 to perform basic mathematical operations Rotate the device to landscape view to use the 3 scientific calculator Mini diary Use Mini diary to keep a photo diar...

Page 107: ... such as Samsung Apps and Samsung Dive You can sign up Samsung account easily in My accounts My accounts Learn to manage your web accounts to use online data sync or community services You can create a new account and change the interval for automatic synchronization Create a web account In Menu mode select 1 My accounts Select 2 Add account if necessary Select a preset account 3 Enter your accoun...

Page 108: ...the file size exceeds the available memory an error can occur when you open files If you are a premium user you can configure settings for peak schedules to synchronize data In Menu mode select 1 My accounts Select 2 Push sync Set the peak days and peak hours and select 3 Save Select the dot next to 4 Push sync My files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images videos music sound clips...

Page 109: ... select Protection To restore a backed up message to an appropriate message folder select Restore View a file In Menu mode select 1 My files a file type Folders or files on the memory card are indicated by a memory card icon Select a folder 2 a file In Images you can view photos you have captured and images you have downloaded or received from other sources In Videos you can play videos you have c...

Page 110: ... or alarm tones In Menu mode select 1 My files Sounds a sound clip During playback select 2 Set as an option Print an image You can print your jpg images with a USB connection or the Bluetooth wireless feature You can also send the images with message email or Bluetooth Print an image using a USB connection Connect your device to a PictBridge enabled printer 1 with a PC data cable In Menu mode sel...

Page 111: ...t 1 Select 2 Transform a transforming option Edit an image Edit images and apply fun effects Adjust an image In Menu mode select 1 My files Images an image Select 2 Edit Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view 3 The image editor interface appears only in the landscape orientation Select 4 Adjust an adjustment option brightness and contrast or color To adjust the image automatically se...

Page 112: ...nd repeat step 5 To select the duration that an image displays select the image Duration Transform the image as you desired 3 To resize the image move the scroll bar to a size and select Save To rotate or flip the image select an orientation Apply To crop the image draw a rectangle over the area to crop and select Apply Save the edited image with a new file name 4 Insert a visual feature Open an i...

Page 113: ...th a new file name 7 To delete images or videos select Delete To rearrange images or videos tap and hold an item and move it to the location you want To add text between images or videos select 7 Add text Enter the text you want and select 8 Done Move or resize the added text and select 9 Done To change the text attribute or color select Edit text Select 10 Tap here to add background music a sound...

Page 114: ...xt and select 8 Done To change the text attribute or color select Save the edited video with a new file name 9 Split a video Import a video 1 Select a video 2 Split Select 3 to start playback Move 4 to the point where you want to divide the file into two clips Select 5 Done Insert a transition effect between the clips 6 Save the edited video with a new file name 7 Apply an effect to a video Import...

Page 115: ... and tap 3 to update the search results Select the data you want to access 4 Search on the Samsung Mobile Site In Menu mode select 1 Smart search Mobile content Select the text input field 2 Enter a keyword and tap 3 Select the data you want to access 4 Search on the web In Menu mode select 1 Smart search Internet Select the text input field 2 Enter a keyword 3 Tap 4 or select the web page you wan...

Page 116: ... feature to use your device as an AP Access Point p 97 AllShare Activate the DLNA service to share media files between DLNA devices p 94 Synchronize Set up a synchronization profile p 86 Location Customize the settings related with GPS connections p 98 Enable location services Activate this feature to locate your position via GPS Advanced GPS Set to improve your GPS reception Enable network positi...

Page 117: ...ow the device will alert you to incoming messages Network Access or alter the following settings to control how your device selects and connects to networks Select network Set the network selection method to automatic or manual Network mode Select a network band Connections Set up connection profiles to use for network features Certificates View certificates required for network services Data roam...

Page 118: ...ally when the device is rotated Flow items in tilt direction Set whether or not to scroll through items by tilting the device in a particular direction Alert tone Select a ringtone to use if you set the device to alert you to incoming messages by playing a melody Using the slider at the bottom adjust the volume level for the message ringtone System Adjust the volume level for system sounds Display...

Page 119: ... or deactivate the summer time Overturning Etiquette pause Activate the etiquette pause feature that allows you to mute all device sounds by placing the device face down Putting down Speaker call Activate the motion speakerphone feature that allows you to activate the speaker by placing the device on a flat surface during a call Touch Adjust vibration feedback auto lock and backlight settings acti...

Page 120: ...card to use this feature Auto reject Specify a list of callers to automatically reject Prefix dialing Set a prefix dialing number Reject call with message Select a message to be sent to a caller when you reject a call Menu and widgets Adaptive menu order Set the icons on the main menu screen to change locations automatically Widget Widget profiles Select a connection profile to use for widgets Dow...

Page 121: ...o automatically redial a call that was not connected Fake call Customize the settings for fake calls p 39 Answering mode Set how to answer calls either by pressing or by pressing any key or set the device to answer automatically after a specified period available only when a headset is connected Call status tones Activate or deactivate connection minute minder or call disconnect tones Alerts on ca...

Page 122: ...long with your messages to be informed when your messages are read Add my namecard Set whether or not to add your namecard to your outgoing messages Messages Customize the settings for messaging features General settings Keep a copy Set whether or not to save a copy of messages Delete by folder Select a message folder to delete Auto delete Set whether or not to delete messages automatically Block ...

Page 123: ...age feature Receiving channels Set whether to receive messages from all channels or my channels Receiving options DownloadType Set how to download new multimedia messages Send read report Set the network to inform senders when you read messages Send delivery report Set the network to inform you when your messages are delivered Allow anonymous Set whether or not to receive messages from unknown sen...

Page 124: ...her or not to add your signature to your outgoing messages Signature Enter your signature Customize other account settings My channels Select your favorite channels Language Select the languages of broadcast messages Voice mail number Enter the name and center address for the voice mail Email Email accounts View set up or delete email accounts Sending options Default account Select a default email...

Page 125: ...ar with your device s calendar p 86 View by Set the default calendar view month or day Starting day Set which day should begin the week Sunday or Monday Receiving options Email size Select a maximum size allowed for messages Send read report Set the network to inform senders when you read messages Load remote images Set to load images included in the email body Deleting options Select whether to d...

Page 126: ...ice provider for detailed settings Photo upload settings Upload details View details of your last upload Blog lists Update the list of websites or blog Photo upload profiles Select a connection profile to use for uploading the photos Disclaimer View the general disclaimer Internet Select a connection profile to use for accessing the internet p 83 Media player Customize the settings for the music p...

Page 127: ...FDN list Change PIN2 Change the PIN2 which is used to protect the primary PIN Memory Access and alter the following settings to control your device s memory use Social network profiles Select a connection profile to use for community websites Installation settings Default installation location Select the default memory location to install new applications Security Access and alter the following se...

Page 128: ...vice provider Depending on your SIM or USIM card this menu may be available but labelled differently Memory card details When a memory card is inserted access details about your memory card You can also format the memory card or change the memory card s name Formatting a memory card will permanently erase all selected data from the card Default memory Select the default memory location to use for ...

Page 129: ...ature by using the PIN lock 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 Se...

Page 130: ... right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number The touch screen responds slowly or improperly If your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly try the following Remove any protective covers from the touch screen Protective covers may prevent the device from recognising your inputs and are not recommended for touch sc...

Page 131: ...battery properly and replace it with a new battery refer to your local ordinances for proper disposal instructions Others cannot hear you speaking on a call Ensure that you are not covering the built in microphone Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth If using a headset ensure that it is properly connected Audio quality is poor Ensure that you are not blocking the device s internal ant...

Page 132: ...Service Center Your device is hot if touched When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended period of time your device may feel hot if touched This is normal and should not affect your device s lifespan or performance Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient memory and battery power availab...

Page 133: ...anager If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold for 8 10 seconds until the device turns off and on automatically Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile device for a number of reasons If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device try the following Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or de...

Page 134: ...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 135: ...es 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 wh...

Page 136: ...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 Center to replace the screen Damage caused by careless ha...

Page 137: ...evices 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...

Page 138: ...ircumstances Before traveling in remote or areas without signal coverage 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 non qualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your dev...

Page 139: ...mentally safe recycling 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 Specific Absorption Rate SAR certification information Your device conforms to European Union EU standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency RF energy emi...

Page 140: ...Y 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 GUARANTEETHE ACCURACY VALIDITY TIMELINESS LEGALITY OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE MADE AVAILABLETHROUGH Correct disposal of batteries in this product Applicable in the European Union and other European countri...

Page 141: ...e and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control Without limiting the generality of this disclaimer Samsung expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any interruption or suspe...

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