Samsung GT-S5253 User Manual Download

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Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service

provider.

www.samsung.com

Printed in Korea

Code No.:GH68-29957A

English (SWA). 04/2011. Rev. 1.1

To install Kies (PC Sync)

Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung

website (

www.samsung.com

) and install it in your PC.

In Menu mode, select

Settings

→

Connectivity

→

USB

→

Samsung Kies

→

Set

Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC.

Refer to the Kies help for more information.

Summary of Contents for GT-S5253

Page 1: ...ed in Korea Code No GH68 29957A English SWA 04 2011 Rev 1 1 To install Kies PC Sync Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung 1 website www samsung 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 ...

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Page 3: ...er manual may differ in appearance from the actual product Content in this user manual may differ from the product or from software provided by service providers or carriers and is subject to change without prior notice Refer to www samsungmobile com for the latest version of the user manual Available features and additional services may vary by device software or service provider Formatting and d...

Page 4: ...es usage tips or additional information You may upgrade your mobile device s software by accessing www samsungmobile com Sound sources wallpapers and images provided in this device are licenced for limited use between Samsung and their respective owners Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Samsung is not liable for such copyrigh...

Page 5: ...t the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems 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 p...

Page 6: ...i Fi theWi Fi CERTIFIED logo and theWi Fi logo are registered trademarks of theWi Fi Alliance and are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc CS Headphone andWOW HD technologies are incorporated under licence from SRS Labs Inc All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners ...

Page 7: ...d strap optional 15 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 24 Customise your device 25 Enter text 30 Communication 34 Calling 34 Logs 40 Messages 41 Email 47 IM 50 Social Hub 51 ...

Page 8: ...mmunity websites 84 YouTube 84 Connectivity 85 Bluetooth 85 Wi Fi 88 GPS 91 PC connections 92 Entertainment 52 Camera 52 Video player 62 Music player 63 FM radio 67 Games and more 70 Personal information 71 Contacts 71 Calendar 73 Task 74 Memo 75 Voice recorder 76 ...

Page 9: ...About phone 116 Software update 116 SIM applications 116 Troubleshooting 117 Safety precautions 122 Tools 96 Clock 96 Calculator 98 My accounts 98 My files 99 Smart search 104 Settings 105 Access the Settings menu 105 Flight mode 105 Connectivity 105 Sound profiles 106 Display and light 107 General 107 ...

Page 10: ...depending on 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 Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be compatible with your device Install the SIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service you will receive a S...

Page 11: ...ert a SIM card you can only use your device s non network services and some menus Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot To install the SIM card and battery If the device is on press and hold 1 and select Yes to turn it off Remove the back cover 2 Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover ...

Page 12: ...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 13: ...uld not affect your device s lifespan or performance If your device is not charging properly bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service 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 dev...

Page 14: ...for memory cards If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure your device will ask you to reformat the memory card Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the lifespan of memory cards 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 cab...

Page 15: ... card out of the memory card slot 4 Replace the back cover 5 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 up Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it 3 locks in place Replace the back ...

Page 16: ...emory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device 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 from user actions ...

Page 17: ...elect 4 Next Select your home time zone and select 5 Next Set the time and date and select 6 Next 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 aeroplanes and hospitals To use your device s non network services only switch to the flight mode In Menu mode s...

Page 18: ... 17 Get to know your device Device layout Power Lock key Multifunction jack Camera key Internal antenna Back cover Camera lens Headset Earpiece Touch screen End key Menu key Volume key Dial key Mouthpiece Loudspeaker ...

Page 19: ... 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 Power Lock Turn the device on or off press and hold Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys Dial Make or answer a call In Idle mode retrieve logs of your calls and messages Menu Access Menu mode Launch the task manager to view all activ...

Page 20: ...ervice area Normal 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 WLAN connected Call missed Bluetooth activated Bluetooth hands free car kit or headset connected Voice call in progress SOS messag...

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: ...timal use of the touch screen remove the screen protection film before using your device Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body For best performance tap the touch screen with your fingertip The touch screen will not react to touches of sharp tools such as a stylus or pen Control your touch screen with the following actions Tap Tap once with yo...

Page 23: ...ice you can capture an image of a screen by pressing the Menu and Lock keys simultaneously The image will be saved in My files Images 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 To unlock press or press any other key and drag the grey window with your finger in any direction Access menus To access your devi...

Page 24: ... can reorganise the applications in Menu mode by changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit your preferences and needs In Idle mode press the Menu key to access Menu 1 mode Select 2 Edit at the top left of the screen Tap and hold an application and drag it to the location 3 you want You can move an application icon to another main menu screen You can also change most used applic...

Page 25: ... web services Using a web based widget may incur additional charges Available widgets may vary depending on your region or service provider Launch and manage applications Launch multiple applications Your device allows you to multi task by running multiple applications at the same time To launch multiple applications press the Menu key to return to the main menu and select an application to launch...

Page 26: ... left of the screen Rotate the device to landscape view 2 Open the widget toolbar To open the widget toolbar and access widgets In Idle mode select 1 Widget at the top left of the screen to open the widget toolbar Read the widget disclaimer and select 2 Accept if necessary Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen 3 Scroll left or right on the widget toolbar to find the 4 widget you want ...

Page 27: ...rofile To set up a profile In Menu mode select 1 Settings Sound profiles Select the profile you are using 2 Customise the sound options for incoming calls 3 incoming messages and other device sounds p 106 Select 3 to add new panels to the idle screen You can have up to 10 panels Select to remove a panel from the idle screen Rotate the device clockwise to portrait view 4 Select 5 Done at the top le...

Page 28: ... the screen Tap and hold the tab area 2 Select an item and move it to a new tab position 3 When you are finished select anywhere on the screen 4 outside of the tab area Available sound options vary depending on the selected profile Select 4 Set To switch to another profile select the check box next to the profile and then Set Select a wallpaper for the idle screen In Menu mode select 1 Settings Di...

Page 29: ...ing the card to your service provider to unblock it Lock your device You can lock your device by activating the device password In Menu mode select 1 Settings Security Select 2 Phone lock Enter a new 4 to 8 digit password and select 3 Done Enter the new password again and select 4 Done The first time you access a menu that requires a password you will be prompted to create and confirm a password O...

Page 30: ...a new SIM card in your device the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device To use this feature you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely In Menu mode select 1 Settings Security Select 2 Mobile tracker Enter your password and select 3 Done Select 4 OK to continue Enter your ...

Page 31: ...Symbol mode 6 Change input languages Access the keyboard settings tap and hold 7 Insert a space Insert a period and space double tap 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 virtual keypad appears by default 5 6 7 4 1 2 3 ...

Page 32: ...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 To change the text input method tap and hold and select Keyboard type a text input method Option Function Keypad Select characters on the keypad Qwerty keyboard Select characters on the QWERTY keyboard Writing full screen Write anywhere on the screen Writing box Wri...

Page 33: ...o Number or Symbol mode 3 Insert a space Insert a period and space double tap Show frequently used symbols tap and hold 4 Clear your input 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 orT9 mode Symbol Select 1 or to scroll to a symbol set you want Select an appropriate virtual key to 2 enter a symbol ...

Page 34: ...ption list Drag your finger across the text 3 You can also tap 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 Number Function 5 Start a new line 6 Change input languages Access the keyboard sett...

Page 35: ...nd or reject calls Make a call In Menu mode select 1 Keypad and enter an area code and a phone number Press 2 to make a call To end the call press 3 Use the phonebook to save numbers you dial frequently p 72 To quickly access the call log to redial numbers you dialled recently press Call Answer a call When a call comes in press 1 When the device is ringing press theVolume key to adjust the volume ...

Page 36: ...ed only for your device and may not be compatible with other phones and MP3 players 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 37 You can send a message when you reject incoming calls Call an international number In Menu mode select 1 Keypad and tap and hold 0 to insert the character Enter the ...

Page 37: ...ls Your device will display the missed call icon when you have missed calls Open the shortcuts panel and select a missed call Select the call from the call log and press to dial Use options during a call You can use the following options while a call is in progress To adjust the voice volume press theVolume key up or down To place a call on hold select Hold To retrieve a held call select Unhold To...

Page 38: ...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 Dialling Number FDN mode or call diverting or barring Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically To activate aut...

Page 39: ...elect 1 Settings Security Fixed dialling mode Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM card and select 2 Done 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 or Save Select 6 Save You can also make fake calls appear more realistic by showing a caller ID image and caller s name or number In Menu mode select 1 ...

Page 40: ...ll diverting Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area In Menu mode select 1 Settings Applications Call Voice call Call diverting Select a condition 2 Select 3 Activ...

Page 41: ...he number of messages you have sent or received Email counter View the number of emails you have sent or received Logs Learn to view and manage logs of calls you have dialled received or missed and messages you have sent or received View call and message logs You can view logs of your calls and messages filtered by their types In Menu mode select 1 Logs Scroll left or right to select a log type at...

Page 42: ... can try to resend it later When a message is sent successfully it will be saved in the sentbox Option Function Call costs View cost records for your calls such as the cost of the last call and the total cost of all calls You can also set the currency and price per unit or cost limit to restrict calls according to your calling plan The cost counter may be unavailable depending on your SIM card You...

Page 43: ...ssage profiles Select a connection profile 6 Set Set up an MMS profile To send and receive multimedia messages you must activate a connection profile for connecting to the MMS server 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 Customise the parameters for...

Page 44: ... for future use 1 In Menu mode select Messages and select a conversation Select a text or multimedia message 2 Send a multimedia message 1 In Menu mode select Messages Compose Select 2 Contacts You can enter a number or email address manually or select one from the logs or groups by selecting another option Select the check boxes next to contacts and select 3 Add When you enter an email address th...

Page 45: ...r service provider can give you the number From the message list use the following options To view the messages on the conversation view select Conversation view To delete the messages select Delete To search for a message you want select Search To move the message to a created folder select Move to My folders from the message list To view message templates or access the folders you have created s...

Page 46: ...sage From the MMS card list tap and hold a template and select Send Your template will open as a new multimedia message Use message templates Learn to create and use text and multimedia templates to quickly and easily create new messages Create a text template In Menu mode select 1 Messages Select 2 My folders Templates Create Enter your text and select 3 Save You can now insert a text template in...

Page 47: ...ipient number and select 5 OK Skip to step 9 To select a number saved in your contact list select Recent Contacts or Groups and then continue with the next step Select contacts and select 6 Add Select a phone number if necessary 7 Create a folder to manage messages Learn to create folders to manage your messages according to your preferences and needs In Menu mode select 1 Messages Select 2 My fol...

Page 48: ...r password for the account SMTP server Enter the address of the SMTP server outgoing server When you have finished setting the recipients select 8 OK Select 9 Repeat select the number of times to repeat the SOS message and select Set Select 10 Set Yes To send an SOS message the touch screen and keys must be locked Press theVolume key 4 times Email Learn to send or view email messages via your pers...

Page 49: ...ing another option Select the Cc Bcc field and add more recipients 3 Select the subject field and enter a subject 4 Select the text input field and enter your email text 5 Option Function 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 IMAP4 serv...

Page 50: ...tion 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 Select 6 Attach items and attach a file You can select a file from the file list capture a photo or record a video or sound clip Select 7 Send to send the message View an email message 1 In Menu mode select Email an account ...

Page 51: ...ame and password to sign in 3 Chat with friends and family instantly 4 The Palringo messenger may be provided depending on your region or service provider Option Function Domain Enter the domain of your email address Server URL Enter the URL of the Exchange server Use SSL Set to use the SSL Secure Sockets Layer protocol to increase security After customising the server setting select the dot 3 nex...

Page 52: ...rn to access Social HubTM the integrated communication application for email messages or SNS Visit http socialhub samsungmobile com for more details In Menu mode select 1 Social Hub Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub 2 ...

Page 53: ...ved in mp4 format Capture a photo 1 In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 The camera interface appears only in the landscape orientation 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 Aim the lens at the subje...

Page 54: ...ut 4 Press the Camera key to take a photo 5 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 Hide or display icons in the viewfinder 7 Adjust the colour bala...

Page 55: ...djustments 4 Press the Camera key to take a photo 5 After taking photos select 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 start a slideshow with photos and videos select Tap the screen to ...

Page 56: ... Camera key The camera will 5 continue to take photos until you release the Camera key 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 press the Camera key to turn on the 1 camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 Select 3 Smile shot Make any necessary adjustments 4 Press the Camera key 5 Ai...

Page 57: ... Camera key to take photos for each segment 6 Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama shooting mode This mode is convenient for photographing landscapes In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the 1 camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 Select 3 Panorama Select a direction 4 Make any necessary adjustments 5 Press the Camera key to take...

Page 58: ... tones Exposure metering Select a type of exposure metre Image quality Set the quality level for your photos Capture a photo with decorative frames In Idle mode press the Camera key to turn on the 1 camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 2 Select 3 Frame Select a frame and press the Camera key 4 Make any necessary adjustments 5 Press the Camera key to take the photo and 6 automa...

Page 59: ...rder Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary 4 adjustments Before taking a photo select to access the following settings Setting Function Guidelines Display the guidelines on the preview screen Review Set the camera to display the captured image GPS connection Set the camera to include location information for your photos To improve GPS signals avoid shooting in locations where the sign...

Page 60: ...alance according to lighting conditions 7 Select the length of the delay before the camera starts recording a video 8 Adjust the brightness Select to increase or to decrease 9 View the photo or video you capture last 2 1 5 3 4 6 8 9 7 Number Function 1 Check the camcorder status and settings Resolution Default storage location Length of video that can be captured according to available memory 2 Sw...

Page 61: ...o delete a video select Delete Yes 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 Upload Post the video to a community website or blog Press theVolume key to zoom in or out 5 Press the Camera key to start recording 6 Select 7 or press the Camera key to stop recording The vide...

Page 62: ... off Storage Select a memory location for storing captured videos Reset settings Reset menus and shooting options Customise camcorder settings Before capturing a video select to access the following options Option Function Resolution Change the resolution option Effects Apply a special effect such as sepia negative or black and white tones Video quality Set the quality level for your videos ...

Page 63: ... sound system when a headset is connected 2 Move to a point in the file by dragging the bar 3 Scan backward in a file Video player Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos The video player supports the following file formats mp4 3gp Play a video In Menu mode select 1 Video player Select a video to play 2 ...

Page 64: ...s mp3 aac wma 3gp and m4a Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the phone If the file size exceeds the available memory an error can occur when you open files Number Function 4 Change a ratio of the video screen 5 Adjust the volume 6 Pause playback Select to resume playback 7 Scan forward in a file Customise video player settings During video playback select to access th...

Page 65: ...art by transferring files to your device or memory card Download from the wireless web p 78 Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies p 93 Receive via Bluetooth p 87 Copy to your memory card p 94 Synchronise withWindows Media Player 11 p 93 Samsung is not responsible for any use of default music files provided on your device Play music After transferring music files to your device or memor...

Page 66: ... playlist In Menu mode select 1 Music Select 2 Playlists Create Enter a title for your new playlist and select 3 Done Select the created playlist 4 Select 5 Add Select the files you want to include and select 6 Add Number Function 4 Skip backward Scan backward in a file tap and hold 5 Activate Shuffle mode 6 Change the repeat mode off repeating one file or repeating all files 7 Adjust the volume 8...

Page 67: ...ct a sound effect Music menu Select music categories to display on the music library screen Option Function Visualisation Select an animated visualisation to display during playback Find music information 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 mo...

Page 68: ...ic information to the wish list From the list of music recognition results or similar 1 music files select Add toWish list to store the music file to the wish list To view other songs on the wish list select 2 Music Wish list FM radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio To listen to the FM radio you must connect the supplied headset which serves as the radio antenna Listen to the FM ...

Page 69: ...u mode select My files Sounds To listen to a recorded file select Go to Sounds a file Number Function 1 Set the FM radio to automatically retune frequencies for stations when the current signal is weak 2 Turn off the FM radio Select to turn on the FM radio 3 Change the frequency by 0 1 MHz 4 Search for an available radio station 5 Add the current radio station to the favourites list 6 Change the s...

Page 70: ...or storing FM radio clips Default name of recording files Set a default prefix for FM radio clips Save radio stations automatically Plug the supplied headset into the device 1 In Menu mode select 2 FM radio Select 3 Scan Select 4 Yes to confirm if necessary The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug the supplied headset into the de...

Page 71: ...ay vary Select Protection to protect your games or applications from accidental deletion Games and more Learn to use games and applications powered by award winning Java technology The download of Java games or applications may not be supported depending on the software of the device Download games and applications 1 In Menu mode select Games Games if necessary Your device connects to the website ...

Page 72: ...tact In Menu mode select 1 Contacts Create Enter contact information 2 Select 3 Done to add the contact to memory You can also create a contact from the dialling screen In Menu 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 ...

Page 73: ... friends The list of the accounts you added will appear Select an account 2 Once you find a contact you can Send a text or multimedia message by selecting Make a call by pressing Edit the contact information by selecting Edit To use additional options for a contact tap and hold the contact in the list Set a favourite number In Menu mode select 1 Contacts Favourites Add Select the check box next to...

Page 74: ...ct an event to view its details 3 Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group Start by creating a group In Menu mode select 1 Contacts Groups Create Select a memory location to save a group Enter a name 2 and select a ringtone for the group if necessary Select 3 Save Copy contacts In Menu mode select 1 Con...

Page 75: ...sk 3 Select 4 Save To view events of a specific date In Menu mode select 1 Calendar Select a date on the calendar 2 In month view days with scheduled events are indicated by a small triangle To move to a specific day by entering a date manually select Go to enter the date and select Go to Select an event to view its details 3 You can send the event to others by selecting Send via an option You can...

Page 76: ... mode select 1 Task Select 2 List by and select a category to sort the tasks Select a task to view its details 3 For completed tasks with an expired deadline you can set their status to completed by selecting a task and the check box from the top line You can send the task to others by selecting Send via an option You can print the task via Bluetooth by selecting Print via Bluetooth You can synchr...

Page 77: ...ce rec Select 2 to start recording Speak into the microphone 3 When you are finished select 4 or Save Your memo is saved automatically To record more voice memos repeat steps 2 4 5 View memos In Menu mode select 1 Memo Select a memo to view its details 2 To view all details of memos from the memo list select Maximise You can send the memo to others by selecting Send via an option ...

Page 78: ...ayback Select to resume playback 3 Adjust the volume You can send the voice memo to others by tapping and holding a voice memo and selecting a sending option Play a voice memo In Menu mode select 1 Voice rec In a playlist select a voice memo to play 2 Control playback with the following keys 3 1 2 3 ...

Page 79: ...onnect 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 Customise the network settings 3 Set up an MMS profile p 42 In Menu mode select 4 Internet Internet settings Internet profiles Select a connection pr...

Page 80: ...While browsing the web page use the following 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 you want to translate and select Translate Navigate web pages with the following keys 2 1 8 7 5 3 2 4 6 Number Function 1 Bookmark the current web page 2 ...

Page 81: ...automatically save your password Internet profiles Select a connection profile to use for web connections Cookie options Set whether or not to save cookies Bookmark your favourite web pages You can bookmark web pages you frequently visit for quick access While navigating the web select to bookmark the current web page If you know the web address of the web page you can manually add a bookmark To a...

Page 82: ...ase Option Function RSS update Set the web browser to automatically update subscribed RSS feeds at regular intervals Activating the auto update feature increases the amount of data downloaded and may incur additional charges Server certificates View the details of certificates Preferences Change display and sound settings for the web browser About Internet Access version and copyright information ...

Page 83: ...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 favourite websites Add an RSS feed address In Menu mode select 1 Internet RSS feeds Select 2 Add Enter the title and we...

Page 84: ...type Set how to synchronise the device and the server To use Samsung Apps your device must be connected to the internet using a 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 the toolbar and ad...

Page 85: ... region or service provider In Menu mode select 1 YouTube Select a video from the list of the featured videos 2 Control playback with the on screen keys 3 p 62 Option Function Sync server Enter the web address of the server to be synchronised Network profile Select a connection profile to use for synchronisation When you are finished select 3 Save Start synchronisation In Menu mode select 1 Settin...

Page 86: ...nsible 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 Tur...

Page 87: ...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 88: ...aved to the sound folder and a contact to the phonebook Select a paired device and use the following options To browse files on the paired device select Browse files To view the service list of the paired device select Service list To change the paired device name select Rename To allow the paired device to access and browse your files select Authorise device To send your files to the paired devic...

Page 89: ... intended for use in all European countries The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors but cannot be operated outdoors in France 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 B...

Page 90: ... AP IP address View your IP address of theWLAN AP Activate theWLAN feature In Menu mode select Settings Connectivity Wi Fi You can also open the shortcuts panel and select Wi Fi An activeWLAN running in the background will consume battery power To preserve battery power activate theWLAN only when needed Find and connect to aWLAN In Menu mode select 1 Settings Connectivity Wi Fi The device will aut...

Page 91: ...button on the AP device within 2 minutes 3 Or enter a PIN on the AP device and select Start within 2 minutes Option Function IP address type Customise 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 the WLAN AP When you are finished select 4 Back To delete all details of the connection profile select Forget ...

Page 92: ...cation Select the dot next to 2 Enable advanced GPS Read the disclaimer and select 3 Accept GPS Your device is equipped with a global positioning system GPS receiver Learn to activate the GPS feature and customise the GPS settings Some features may be unavailable depending on your device model To receive better GPS signals avoid using your device in the following conditions between buildings in tu...

Page 93: ...rectly use the Samsung Kies program and use your device as a wireless modem for a PC To find and remove bugs to prevent future errors in Menu mode select Settings Connectivity USB USB debugging Use the mobile networks for location service Learn to receive location information through mobile networks This helps your device show information when there is no GPS signal or when the GPS signal is weak ...

Page 94: ...OpenWindows Media Player to synchronise music 4 files Edit or enter your device s name in the pop up window 5 if necessary Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC You can download the program from the 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 cabl...

Page 95: ... PC Otherwise you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage the memory card Select and drag the music files you want to the sync 6 list Start synchronisation 7 Connect as a mass storage device You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory If you insert a memory card in the device you can also access the file directory of the memory card by using the ...

Page 96: ...ect 1 Settings Connectivity USB Internet sharing Set Using an optional PC data cable connect the 2 multifunction jack on your device to a PC Create a modem connection on your PC 3 How you create a modem connection may differ depending on the operating system of the PC Select the created modem connection and enter an ID 4 and password provided by your service provider ...

Page 97: ...uto power up 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 to stop the alarm Tap and hold Snooze to silence the alarm for the snooze period Delete an alarm In Menu mode select 1 Clock Select 2 Delete Select ...

Page 98: ...e timer expires tap and hold 4 Stop to stop the alert Create a world clock In Menu mode select 1 Clock Select 2 Add Enter the few letters of a city name 3 To select a city in the world map view select Map view Select the city name you want 4 To add more world clocks repeat steps 2 4 5 Use the stopwatch In Menu mode select 1 Clock Select 2 Start to begin the stopwatch Select 3 Lap to record lap tim...

Page 99: ... 4 Next Enter the account details 5 Set up an email account p 47 When you are finished select 6 Set If you have created more than two accounts you can change the order of accounts in the list Select Account priority 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 correspo...

Page 100: ...pt pptx txt xls xlsx htm html vbm vcf vcs vnt jad jar crt der Delete or edit my accounts In Menu mode select 1 My accounts Select an account to delete or edit 2 To edit an account select the account and change the details Set To delete an account select Delete Yes Change the auto sync schedule In Menu mode select 1 My accounts Select 2 Select an interval to synchronise data with your 3 accounts an...

Page 101: ...e file select Delete To change the name of a file select Rename To view the files on the thumbnail view select Thumbnail view Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the phone If the file size exceeds the available memory an error can occur when you open files View a file In Menu mode select 1 My files a file type Folders or files on the memory card are indicated by a memo...

Page 102: ...abled printer 1 with a PC data cable In Menu mode select 2 My files Images an image Select 3 Print via USB Set print options and print the image 4 To sort files as desired select List by To send a file via Bluetooth select Send via Bluetooth To set Bluetooth visibility for files select Bluetooth visibility To protect the files from accidental deletion select Protection To restore a backed up messa...

Page 103: ...es an image Select 2 Edit Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 3 This feature appears only in the landscape orientation Print an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature In Menu mode select 1 My files Images an image Select 2 Print via Bluetooth Select a Bluetooth enabled printer and pair with the 3 printer p 88 Set print options and print the image 4 Set an image as your wallpaper...

Page 104: ...visual feature type text or clip art Enter text and select 3 Done or select a visual feature Select 4 Adjust an adjustment option brightness and contrast or colour To adjust the image automatically select Auto level Adjust the image as desired and select 5 Apply When you are finished select 6 Save Select a memory location if necessary 7 Enter a new file name for the image and select 8 Done Apply e...

Page 105: ...ature or text and select 4 Apply Save the edited image with a new file name 5 Smart search Learn to search for data stored on your device In Menu mode select 1 Search Enter a keyword and select 2 Search Select the data you want to access 3 ...

Page 106: ...stance p 85 Wi Fi Activate theWLAN feature to connect to the internet or other network devices p 89 Synchronise Set up a synchronisation profile p 83 Location Customise the settings related with GPS connections p 91 Enable location services Activate this feature to locate your position via GPS Enable advanced GPS Set to improve your GPS reception Enable network position Set to locate your position...

Page 107: ...ssage alert tone Select a ringtone to use if you set the device to alert you to incoming messages by playing a melody Network Access and 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 C...

Page 108: ...control motion recognition of your device Double tapping Shortcuts Select an application to launch by tapping the device twice quickly when it is in Idle mode Email alert type Select how the device will alert you to incoming emails Email alert tone Select a ringtone to use if you set the device to alert you to incoming emails by playing a melody Using the slider at the bottom adjust the volume lev...

Page 109: ...laimer View the widget disclaimer Orientation Activate an application by rotating or tilting the device Change orientation Set whether or not to rotate the interface automatically 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 Overturning Etiquette pause Activate the etiquette pause feature that all...

Page 110: ...waiting Specify options for handling an incoming call when you are already on a call Auto redial Set whether or not to automatically redial a call that was not connected Fake call Customise the settings for fake calls p 37 Applications Access and alter the following settings to control your device s applications Call Customise the settings for calling features All calls Show my number Show your mo...

Page 111: ... read report along 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 Customise 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 automa...

Page 112: ...receive messages from all channels or my channels My channels Select your favourite channels Language Select the languages of broadcast messages Receiving options DownloadType Set how to download new multimedia messages Send delivery report Set the network to inform you when your messages are delivered Send read report Set the network to inform senders when you read messages Allow anonymous Set wh...

Page 113: ...e Enter your signature Customise other account settings Receiving options Email size Select a maximum size allowed for messages Voice mail number Enter the name and centre address for the voice mail SOS messages Set SOS messages in case of an emergency p 46 Email Email accounts View set up or delete email accounts Sending options Default account Select a default email account This option appears o...

Page 114: ... options p 66 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 delete messages from your device or device and server Block emails Block emails from specified addresses and subjects Email profiles Select a connection profile to use for sending or receiving messages Contacts M...

Page 115: ...twork connection profile to use for playingVideo On Demand VOD content Samsung Apps Update notification Select a network connection Wi Fi or packet switched data network to get application update notification from Samsung Apps Network profiles Select a network connection profile preset by your service provider to use Samsung Apps or download applications from Samsung Apps If a connection profile i...

Page 116: ...es Clear phone memory Erase the selected data from your device s memory Mobile tracker Activate or deactivate the mobile tracker feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen p 29 Change password Change the device password SIM lock Activate or deactivate the SIM lock feature to require the SIM password when you change the SIM card PIN lock Activate or deactivate the PIN lock...

Page 117: ...er Depending on your SIM card this menu may be available but labelled differently Reset Reset various settings to the factory default values Select which settings to reset You must enter your device password to reset the settings About phone System info Check the available amount of the battery power CPU usage and storage memory You can also check the model number of your phone and MAC addresses o...

Page 118: ...s feature by using the PIN lock menu Code Try this to solve the problem PUK Your SIM 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 card For details contact your service provider Your device displays Service unavai...

Page 119: ...e 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 s...

Page 120: ...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 121: ...rvice Centre Your device is hot to the touch 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 to the touch 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 available memory and battery p...

Page 122: ...sk manager If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold 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 variety 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 deleting files...

Page 123: ...gers that are not approved by the manufacturer Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion Li Ion battery For safe disposal of your Li Ion batteries contact your nearest authorised service centre Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Use only Samsung approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injur...

Page 124: ... device in potentially explosive environments Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of removing the battery Always comply with regulations instructions and signs in potentially explosive environments Protect the device batteries and chargers from damage Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures Extreme temperatures can cause the def...

Page 125: ...ot engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road Do not use your device at refuelling points service stations or near fuels or chemicals and at blasting areas Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive materials in ...

Page 126: ...c fields Use your device to call for help Dial a local emergency number in the case of fire traffic accident or medical emergencies Use your device to help others in emergencies If you see an auto accident a crime in progress or a serious emergency where lives are in danger call a local emergency number Call roadside assistance or a special non emergency assistance number when necessary If you see...

Page 127: ...e s internal antenna Touching the antenna may reduce the call quality or cause the device to transmit more radio frequency than necessary Magnetic stripe cards including credit cards phone cards passbooks and boarding passes may be damaged by magnetic fields Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended per...

Page 128: ...ould cause injury to your hands and face Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use Hold the device with a relaxed grip press the keys lightly use special features that reduce the number of keys you have to press such as templates and predictive text and take frequent breaks Protect your hearing Excessive exposure ...

Page 129: ...evels when possible your device reduces your overall exposure to RF energy For more information about the SAR and related EU standards visit the Samsung website Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Do not allow children to use your device Your device is not a toy Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others damage the device or make calls that i...

Page 130: ...duct Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This marking on the product accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories e g charger headset USB cable should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life To prevent possible harm to the en...

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