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Communication

Social Hub

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™

, the integrated communication

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messages. Visit socialhub.samsungapps.com for more details.

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Social

Hub.
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an account or skip it for a later setup.
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Summary of Contents for GT-S7500

Page 1: ...GT S7500 usermanual ...

Page 2: ...gh the functions and features of your device Read me first Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and proper use The descriptions in this manual are based on the default settings of your device Images and screenshots used in this user manual may differ in appearance from the actual product Content in this user manual may differ from the...

Page 3: ...work improperly You may upgrade your mobile device s software by accessing www samsung com Software sound sources wallpapers images and other contents provided in this device are licenced for limited use between Samsung and their respective owners Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Samsung is not liable for such copyright infr...

Page 4: ...012 Samsung Electronics This user manual is protected under international copyright laws No part of this user manual may be reproduced distributed translated or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and...

Page 5: ...mark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and or its affiliates Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners Wi Fi Wi Fi Protected Setup Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi CERTIFIED and theWi Fi logo are registered trademarks of theWi Fi Alliance All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners ...

Page 6: ...on and off 18 Get to know your device 19 Use the touch screen 23 Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys 24 Get to know the idle screen 25 Access applications 27 Customise your device 30 Enter text 36 Download applications from Android Market 40 Download files from the web 41 Synchronise data 41 Communication 43 Calling 43 Messaging 49 Google Mail 51 Email 53 Talk 55 ChatON 56 Social Hub 57 Conte...

Page 7: ...ersonal information 78 Contacts 78 Calendar 81 Memo 83 Voice recorder 84 Web 86 Internet 86 Maps 89 Latitude 91 Places 92 Navigation 92 YouTube 93 Samsung Apps 95 Market 95 News Weather 96 Connectivity 97 Bluetooth 97 Wi Fi 99 Wi Fi Direct 101 AllShare 102 Mobile network sharing 104 ...

Page 8: ...le Search 114 Kies air 114 My files 116 SIMToolkit 116 Task Manager 117 Thinkfree Office 117 Voice Search 119 Settings 120 Access the Settings menu 120 Wireless and network 120 Call 122 Sound 123 Display 124 Power saving 125 Location and security 126 Applications 127 Accounts and sync 128 Privacy 128 Storage 129 ...

Page 9: ...Contents 9 Language and keyboard 129 Voice input and output 132 Accessibility 133 Date and time 133 About phone 134 Troubleshooting 135 Safety precautions 141 Index 153 ...

Page 10: ...egion or service provider You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer The supplied accessories perform best for your device Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be compatible with your device Install the SIM or USIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module SIM card with subscription details such a...

Page 11: ... turn it off Remove the back cover 2 Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold coloured 3 contacts facing down The antenna is located in the upper area on the back of the device Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna as this can damage the antenna ...

Page 12: ...g the device for the first time you must charge the battery You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable Use only Samsung approved chargers and cables Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device ...

Page 13: ... using your device If the battery is completely discharged you cannot turn on the device even with the travel adapter connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before you try to turn on the device Charge with a travel adapter Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the 1 multifunction jack Connecting the travel adapter improperly may cause serious damage to the device An...

Page 14: ...ng your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre When the battery is fully charged first unplug the travel 3 adapter from the device and then from the power outlet Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter Doing this may cause damage to the device To save energy unplug the travel adapter when not in use The travel adapter does not have a power switch so you must unplug...

Page 15: ...nding on memory card manufacturer and type Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards If you insert a card formatted with a different file str...

Page 16: ... Before removing a memory card first unmount it for safe removal In Idle mode select 1 Settings Storage Unmount SD card OK Remove the back cover 2 Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the 3 device Remove the memory card 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 t...

Page 17: ... SD card OK Format SD card Format SD card Erase everything Before formatting the memory card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on your device The manufacturer s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions Attach a hand strap optional Remove the back cover 1 Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the 2 small projection Replace the back co...

Page 18: ...ctions to set up your device To turn off your device press and hold the Power key and then select Power off OK Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel 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 Flight mode Press and hold the Power key and select Flight mode ...

Page 19: ... cover this area with your hands or other objects while using the related functions Home key Volume key Menu key Earpiece GPS antenna1 Main antenna Camera lens Power Reset Lock key Proximity sensor Touch screen Mouthpiece Back key Flash bulb Back cover Headset jack Speaker Multifunction jack ...

Page 20: ...ns available on the current screen In Idle mode open the Google search application press and hold Open the search input window while using some applications press and hold Home Return to the idle screen Open the list of recent applications press and hold Back Return to the previous screen Volume Adjust the device s volume 1 If your device has fatal errors or hang ups or freezes you may need to res...

Page 21: ...r service provider Icon Definition No signal Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected OpenWi Fi APs available Wi Fi AP connected Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated Call in progress Call on hold Speakerphone activated Missed call ...

Page 22: ...ected to PC Power saving mode activated USB tethering activated Wi Fi tethering activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming outside of normal service area Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated ...

Page 23: ...w the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with water The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water For optimal use of the touch screen remove the screen protection film before using your device Your touch screen has a laye...

Page 24: ... apart and then pinch them together Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use the device for a specified period To turn on the screen press the Power key or the Home key You can also adjust the backlight time In Idle mode open the application list and select Settings Display Screen timeout Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent a...

Page 25: ...se the idle screen by adding shortcuts to applications or items in applications widgets or folders To add items to the idle screen Press 1 Add or tap and hold the empty area on the idle screen Select the item category 2 an item Widgets Add widgets to the idle screen Shortcuts Add shortcuts to items such as applications bookmarks and contacts Folders Create a new folder or add folders for your cont...

Page 26: ...e or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of notifications such as messages calls events or processing status To hide the panel drag the bottom of the list up From the notifications panel you can use the following options Wi Fi Activate or deactivate theWi Fi feature p 100 Bluetooth Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless connection feature p 97 GPS Activate or deactivat...

Page 27: ... 2 To remove a panel tap and hold the thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the trash bin at the bottom of the screen To add a new panel select To change the order of the panels tap and hold the thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the location you want When you are finished press 3 Access applications To access your device s applications In Idle mode select 1 to access the application list Scroll le...

Page 28: ...eturn to the idle screen If you rotate the device while using some features the interface will automatically rotate as well To prevent the interface from rotating open the notifications panel and select Auto rotation Organise applications You can reorganise the applications in the application list by changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit your preferences and needs In the ap...

Page 29: ...e to the screen A new folder or panel containing the applications is added to the screen If you added a folder enter a name and select 6 OK Press 7 Save To change the order of the screens In the application list place your two fingers on the screen 1 and pinch Tap and hold the thumbnail of a screen and drag it to the 2 location you want Access recent applications Press and hold the Home key to vie...

Page 30: ...ager In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Task Manager Active applications The list of all the applications currently running on your device appears To close an application select 2 Exit To close all active applications select Exit all Customise your device Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences Set the current time and date In Idle mode open the appli...

Page 31: ...and select Keypad and tap and hold Open the notifications panel from the top of the screen and select Silent mode Press and hold the Power key and select Silent mode You can set the device to alert you to various events in Silent mode In Idle mode open the application list and select Settings Sound Vibration Always or Only in silent mode When you switch to Silent mode will appear in place of Chang...

Page 32: ...llery select 3 Save If you selected a live wallpaper select Set wallpaper If you selected a wallpaper image select Set wallpaper Save Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device Adjust the brightness of the display In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Display Brightness Drag the slider 2 to adjust the level of brightness Se...

Page 33: ...her damages caused by illegal software Set an unlock pattern In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location and security Set up screen lock Pattern See the on screen instructions and example patterns and 2 select Next Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least 3 4 dots and select Continue Draw the pattern again and select 4 Confirm Set an unlock PIN code In I...

Page 34: ...ed with your SIM or USIM card In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location and security Set up SIM card lock Lock SIM card Enter your PIN and select 2 OK Once the PIN lock is enabled you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times your SIM or USIM card will be blocked You must enter a PIN unlock key PUK to unblock the SI...

Page 35: ...he application list and select 1 Settings Location and security SIM Change Alert Continue Enter your email address and password for your Samsung 2 account and select Sign in To create a Samsung account select Create account Select 3 Alert message recipients Enter the password for your Samsung account again and 4 select Confirm Enter a phone number including a country code with 5 Enter the text mes...

Page 36: ... the keypad type Tap and hold the text input field and select Input method a keypad type Samsung keypad or Swype Enter text using the Samsung keypad Select 1 Portrait keypad types and select a text input method You can select one of key input methods QWERTY or traditional keypad or handwriting input methods Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on 2 the screen You can also use the f...

Page 37: ... This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language 5 Clear your input 6 Start a new line 7 Insert a full stop Open the symbol panel press and hold 8 Insert a space Functions of this key may vary depending on your service provider Enter text using the Swype keypad Select the first character of a word and drag your finger 1 to the second character without releasing the finger ...

Page 38: ...ay select an alternative word from the list that appears Repeat steps 1 4 to complete your text 5 You can also tap the keys to enter text You can tap and hold a key to enter characters on the upper half of the key When you tap and hold a key until the character list appears you can enter special characters and symbols You can also use the following keys 1 6 7 2 5 8 3 4 Number Function 1 Change cas...

Page 39: ...epending on the selected input language 8 Insert a space Copy and paste text While you are entering text you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications Place the cursor on the text you want to copy 1 Select 2 Select 3 Select word or Select all Drag 4 or to select the text you want Select 5 Copy to copy or Cut to cut the text onto the clipboard In another application place...

Page 40: ...ovider Your device will save user files from downloaded applications to the internal memory To save the files to the memory card connect your device to a PC and copy them from the internal memory to the memory card Install an application In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Market Select 2 Accept when the terms and conditions appear Search for a file or application and download it 3...

Page 41: ...lication list and select 1 Internet Search for a file or application and download it 2 To install applications downloaded from websites other than Android Market you must select Settings Applications Unknown sources OK Synchronise data You can synchronise data with various web servers and back up or restore your data Once the synchronisation is completed your device stays connected to the web If a...

Page 42: ...application list and select 1 Settings Accounts and sync Select 2 Auto sync Select an account 3 Select the applications you want to synchronise 4 To exclude applications from automatic synchronisation clear the check boxes next to the applications you want Synchronise data manually In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Accounts and sync Select an account 2 Select 3 Sync now ...

Page 43: ...tomatically turns off and locks the touch screen to prevent accidental inputs when you hold the device near your face p 123 Static electricity discharged from your body or clothing may interfere with the proximity sensor during a call Make a call In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Keypad and enter an area code and a phone number Select 2 to make a call To end the call select 3 End...

Page 44: ...ternational number In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Keypad and tap and hold 0 to insert the character Enter the complete number you want to dial country 2 code area code and phone number and then select to dial the number Use a headset By plugging a headset into the device you can answer and control calls hands free To answer a call press the headset button To reject a call pres...

Page 45: ...To open the dialling screen select Keypad To activate the speakerphone feature select Speaker In noisy environments you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature For better audio performance use the normal phone mode To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you select Mute To listen and talk to the other party via a Bluetooth headset select H...

Page 46: ...ring Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically To activate auto rejection and set up the reject list In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Call Call rejection Select 2 Auto reject mode an option Option Function All numbers Reject all calls Auto reject numbers Reject calls from phone numbers on the auto reject list Select 3 Auto ...

Page 47: ...oming 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 Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Call Call forwarding Select a condition 2 Enter a number to which calls will be forwarded and select 3 Enable...

Page 48: ...tional settings Call waiting Your setting will be sent to the network View call logs You can view logs of your calls filtered by their types In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Logs Press 2 View by an option to sort the call logs From the call logs you can make a call or send a message directly to a contact by quickly flicking the contact to the left or right Select a log to view i...

Page 49: ...vider Send a text message 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Select 2 New message Add recipients of your message 3 Enter phone numbers manually separating them with a semicolon or a comma Select phone numbers from the lists by selecting Select 4 Tap to enter message and enter your message text To insert emoticons press Insert smiley Select 5 Send to send the message Send a multime...

Page 50: ...ject and enter a subject for the message Select 5 Tap to enter message and enter your message text To insert emoticons press Insert smiley Select 6 and add an item You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo video or sound Select 7 Send to send the message View a text or multimedia message 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Your messages are grouped into message...

Page 51: ...re accessing the server Your service provider can give you the number Google Mail You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox When you access this application the Inbox screen appears The total number of unread messages displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider This Google Mail m...

Page 52: ... options To reply to the message select To reply to the message including all recipients select Reply all To forward the message to other people select Forward To add a star to the message select To view an attachment select Preview To save it to your memory card select Download To archive the message select Archive To delete the message select Delete To move to the previous or next message select...

Page 53: ... an email account 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Email Enter your email address and password 2 Select 3 Next for general email accounts such as Google Mail andYahoo or Manual setup for other company email accounts Follow the on screen instructions 4 When you are finished setting up the email account the email messages are downloaded to your device If you have created more than...

Page 54: ...ttach a file You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo video or sound You cannot attach Digital Rights Management DRM protected files Select 7 Send to send the message If you are offline or outside your service area the message will be held in the message thread list until you are online and in your service area View an email message When you open an email account you can view...

Page 55: ...ttachment select the attachment To save it to your device select Talk Learn to chat with friends and family via GoogleTalk This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Add friends to your friend list In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Talk The friend list shows all of your GoogleTalk contacts at a glance Press 2 Add friend Enter an email address of ...

Page 56: ...t messenger based on mobile phone numbers regardless device type or operating system While having a conversation with your contacts you can send various multimedia files and data such as photos videos and contact numbers animated messages In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 ChatON If you are launching this application for the first time 2 select OK a region Next If you are launchin...

Page 57: ... Service SNS email or messages Visit socialhub samsungapps com for more details In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Social Hub If you are launching this application for the first time add 2 an account or skip it for a later setup Select a category 3 Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub 4 ...

Page 58: ...erface appears only in the landscape orientation Tap the screen to hide or display icons in the viewfinder The camera automatically turns off when you do not use it for a specified period The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditions Capture a photo 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera Rotate the device anti clockw...

Page 59: ...camera status and settings Resolution Exposure metre type Number of photos you can take according to available memory Default storage location 2 Change the shooting mode 3 Change the scene mode 4 Change the flash setting 5 Change the camera settings 6 Switch to the camcorder 7 Capture a photo 8 View the photo you captured last ...

Page 60: ...double tap the screen To send a photo to others select Share To set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a contact select Set as To delete a photo select Delete Capture a photo by using preset options for various scenes Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes You can simply select the proper mode for your shooting conditions and subjects For example when you t...

Page 61: ...mera lens at your subject 5 Select 6 Your device recognises people in an image and detects their smiles When the subject smiles the device automatically takes a 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 open the application list and select 1 Camera to turn on...

Page 62: ...nts 4 Select 5 to take the first photo Slowly move the device in any direction and align the 6 green frame with the viewfinder When you have aligned the green frame and viewfinder the camera will automatically take the next photo Repeat step 6 to complete the panoramic photo 7 Customise camera settings Before taking a photo select to access the following options Option Function Exposure value Adju...

Page 63: ...ivity of the camera imaging sensor Metering Select a type of exposure metre Auto contrast Automatically adjust contrast between your subject and background Adjust Adjust contrast saturation and sharpness Image quality Set the quality level for your photos Before taking a photo select to access the following settings Setting Function Guidelines Display the guidelines on the preview screen Review Se...

Page 64: ...location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the web To avoid this deactivate the GPS tag setting Shutter sound Set the camera shutter to make a sound when capturing a photo Storage Select a memory location for storing captured photos Reset Reset menus and shooting options Record a video 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera Rotate the devic...

Page 65: ...ation 2 Change the recording mode for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally 3 Change the flash setting You can manually turn the flash on or off or set the camcorder to automatically use the flash when needed 4 Change the camcorder settings 5 Switch to the camera 6 Record a video 7 View the video you recorded last Press theVolume key to zoom in or out 5 The zoom function may be ...

Page 66: ...eo to others select Share To play a video select Play To delete a video select Delete Customise camcorder settings Before recording a video select to access the following options Option Function Timer Select the length of the delay before the camera starts recording a video Resolution Change the resolution option White balance Adjust the colour balance according to lighting conditions Effects Appl...

Page 67: ...rn the audio on or off Review Set the camera to display the recorded video Storage Select a memory location for storing recorded videos Reset Reset menus and recording options Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your memory card Supported file formats Type Format Image Extension bmp gif jpg png wbmp Video Extension 3gp mp4 webm Codec H 263 H 264 MPEG4 VP8 ...

Page 68: ...Select a folder 2 To change the view mode select 3 or at the top right of the screen Select a photo with no icon to view 4 While viewing a photo use the following options To view more photos scroll left or right To zoom in place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart To zoom out move your fingers closer together You can also select or or double tap the screen To send a photo to others sel...

Page 69: ...deo 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select Gallery Select a video with the 2 icon to play Control playback with the virtual keys 3 Videos Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos The video player supports the following file formats 3gp mp4 webm Codec MPEG4 H 263 H 264 VP8 Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device If the file size ...

Page 70: ...n a headset is connected Adjust the volume Music Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with the music player The music player supports the following file formats 3gp mp4 mp3 ogg aac amr awb wav mid wma flac Codec MP3 Vorbis OGG AAC AAC eAAC AMR NB WB WAV MIDI WMA FLAC Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device If the file size exceeds the availabl...

Page 71: ...r memory card p 108 Play music After transferring music files to your device or memory card In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Music Select a music category 2 a music file Control playback with the following keys 3 5 6 1 3 2 4 7 8 Number Function 1 Activate the 5 1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected 2 Activate Shuffle mode 3 Move to a point of the file by dr...

Page 72: ... In Idle mode press and hold the headset button to launch the music player Press the headset button to start or pause playback SRS CS Headphone delivers a 5 1 surround sound experience over standard headphones or earbuds when listening to multichannel content such as DVD movies WOW HD significantly improves the playback quality of audio delivering a dynamic 3D entertainment experience with deep ri...

Page 73: ...ess Add to quick list to add the current song to the quick list To go to the quick list from the music player main screen select Playlists Quick list To save the quick list as a playlist press Save as playlist Customise music player settings In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Music Press 2 Settings Adjust the following settings to customise your music 3 player Option Function Equa...

Page 74: ...adio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio To listen to the FM radio you must connect a headset which serves as the radio antenna Listen to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select 2 FM radio The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically The first time you turn on the FM radio it will start automatic tuning Select t...

Page 75: ...e radio station 2 Search for an available radio station 3 Fine tune the frequency 4 Add the current radio station to the favourites list 5 Adjust the volume 6 Turn the FM radio off or on Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select 2 FM radio ...

Page 76: ...headset into the device 1 In Idle mode open the application list and select 2 FM radio Select 3 to turn on the FM radio Scroll to the radio station you want 4 Select 5 to add the radio station to the favourites list You can add a name for a radio station or remove a radio station Tap and hold a radio station on the favourites list and select Remove or Rename Customise FM radio settings In Idle mod...

Page 77: ...ound while using other applications If this feature is on you can control the FM radio from the notifications panel Show station ID Set whether or not to show the station ID on the FM radio screen Station IDs are available only from radio stations that provide this information FM auto off Set the FM radio to automatically turn off after a specified length of time ...

Page 78: ...reate a contact In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Select 2 Select a memory location 3 If you have more than one account select an account to which you want to add the contact Enter contact information 4 Select 5 Save to add the contact to memory You can also create a contact from the dialling screen In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Keypad Enter a phone number 2...

Page 79: ...scroll through the list Select a contact s name 3 Once you find a contact you can use the following options To call the contact select a phone number To send a message select To send an email message select an email address To edit the contact information press Edit To set the contact as your favourites select Set a speed dial number In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Press 2 More...

Page 80: ...le contacts and send messages or email to an entire group Start by creating a group In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Groups Press 2 Create Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group 3 Select 4 Add member select contacts to add to the group and select Add Select 5 Save Copy contacts To copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device In Idle mode open the application ...

Page 81: ...ect 1 Press 2 Import Export Import from SD card Select a memory location 3 If you have more than one account select an account to which you want to add the contact Select an option for importing a single contact file 4 multiple contact files or all contact files and select OK Select contact files to import and select 5 OK To export contacts from your device to a memory card In Idle mode open the a...

Page 82: ...lendar view In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Calendar Select a view mode from the top of the calendar 2 To view events of a specific date In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Calendar Select a date on the calendar 2 To move to a specific day by entering a date manually press Go to enter the date by selecting or and select Set To select today s date press Today Sel...

Page 83: ...eminder select the check box 3 next to events you want and select Snooze or Dismiss Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date Create a memo In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Memo If there is a memo saved select 2 Create memo or press Create to create a memo Enter your memo text and select 3 Save View memos In Idle mode open the application list a...

Page 84: ...compatible only with some Samsung printers You can send the memo to others by tapping and holding the memo and selecting Send an option You can upload the memo to a community website by tapping and holding the memo and selecting Update SNS Voice recorder Learn to operate your device s voice recorder Record a voice memo In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Voice recorder Select 2 Rec...

Page 85: ...mo is saved automatically To record more voice memos select 5 Record again Play a voice memo In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Voice recorder Select 2 List Select a voice memo to play 3 You can send the voice memo to others by pressing Share an option ...

Page 86: ...ferently depending on your service provider Available icons may vary depending on your region or service provider Browse web pages In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Internet to launch a specified homepage To access a specific web page select the URL input field enter the web address URL of the web page and select Navigate web pages with the following keys 2 2 1 Number Function 1 ...

Page 87: ... To go to a next page in history press Forward To bookmark the current web page press Add bookmark To add a shortcut to the current web page to the idle screen press More Add shortcut to Home To search for text on the web page press More Find on page To view the web page details press More Page info To send the web address URL of the web page to others press More Share page To view the download hi...

Page 88: ...pages If you know the web address of the web page you can manually add a bookmark To add a bookmark In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Internet Select 2 Bookmarks Select 3 Add Enter a page title and a web address URL 4 Select 5 OK From the bookmark list tap and hold a bookmark and use the following options To open the web page in the current window select Open To open the web page...

Page 89: ... as homepage Access the frequently visited pages or the recent history In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Internet Select 2 Most visited or History Select a web page to access 3 You can add a web page to the bookmark list by selecting Maps Learn to use Google Maps to find your location search the online map for streets cities or countries and get directions This feature may be una...

Page 90: ...reen and spread them apart To zoom out move your fingers closer together You can also select or To add layers to the map select To view your current location select To switch to a compass view of the map that changes orientation when you move the device select To add a star to the location select the balloon of the location name Get directions to a specific destination In Idle mode open the applic...

Page 91: ...arn to share your location with your friends and view friends locations via Google Latitude This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Latitude The device automatically joins Latitude Select 2 Select from Contacts or Add via email address Select a friend you want to add or enter an email address 3 and select Add ...

Page 92: ...lect Map To view the route to the place select Directions To view the phone number of the place select Call Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance Navigation maps your current location and other navigational data may differ from actual location information You should always pay attention to road conditions traffic and any other facto...

Page 93: ...th the virtual keypad Contacts Select your destination from addresses of your contacts Starred Places Select your destination from the list of your starred places Follow the on screen instructions to use the navigation 4 service YouTube Learn to view and share videos viaYouTube This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Watch videos In Idle mode open the applicati...

Page 94: ... and select a video Skip to step 8 If you want to upload new videos select to turn on the camera Rotate the device anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments 4 Select 5 to start recording Select 6 to stop recording Select 7 Save to upload the video that you have recorded Select your Google account if it is linked toYouTube You 8 can also select Add acco...

Page 95: ...ung Apps Explore amazing applications and make your mobile life even better The feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider For details please visit www samsungapps com In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Samsung Apps If you are launching this application for the first time read 2 the terms and conditions and select Accept Search for and download applica...

Page 96: ...ews Weather Select 2 Weather at the top of the screen Your device searches for your current location and displays the weather information You can change the location to view the weather information in another region Press Settings Weather settings and clear the check box next to Use My Location Then select a location in Set location Read news articles In Idle mode open the application list and sel...

Page 97: ...msung is not responsible for the loss interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured If there are obstacles between the devices the operating distance may be reduced Some devices especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG may be incompatible wi...

Page 98: ...er device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection pairing is complete If the pairing is successful the device will automatically 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 Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Select a file or item such as a contact ...

Page 99: ...lect 4 Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device Received data is saved to the bluetooth folder If you receive a contact file select My files bluetooth a contact file to import it to your contact list Wi Fi Learn to use your device s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network WLAN compatible with the IEEE 802 11 b g n st...

Page 100: ...n the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network Wi Fi settings The device will automatically search for availableWi Fi APs Select a network under 2 Wi Fi networks Enter a password for the network if necessary 3 Select 4 Connect Add aWi Fi AP manually In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network Wi Fi settings AddWi Fi network Enter the SSID fo...

Page 101: ...on list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network Wi Fi settings Select a network indicated by theWPS icon and select 2 WPS PIN On the access point enter the PIN and press the start 3 button Wi Fi Direct Learn to use theWi Fi Direct feature to connect two devices via aWi Fi network without requiring an access point Connect your device to another device In Idle mode open the application list and s...

Page 102: ...eived data is saved to the ShareViaWifi folder 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 overWi Fi You must first activate theWi Fi feature and add aWi Fi profile p 100 Customise DLNA settings for sharing media files To allow other DLNA enabled devices to access media files on your device y...

Page 103: ...evices Set whether or not to accept the upload from other devices Default memory Select the default memory location for saving downloaded media files Subtitles Set to display subtitles Play your files on another DLNA enabled device In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 AllShare Select 2 My device Select a media category and a file 3 Select a player the one that will play the media fi...

Page 104: ... will play the media file 5 Playback begins at the selected player Control playback using icons of your device 6 Mobile network sharing Learn to set your device as a wireless modem or wireless access point for PCs or other devices and share your device s mobile network connection Share your device s mobile network viaWi Fi In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and n...

Page 105: ...rk Your device shares the mobile network connection with the other device Share your device s mobile network via USB Using a USB cable connect the multifunction jack on your 1 device to a PC In Idle mode open the application list and select 2 Settings Wireless and network Tethering and portable hotspot Select 3 USB tethering to activate the USB tethering feature Your device shares the mobile netwo...

Page 106: ... antenna area or cover this area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Activate location services You must activate location services to receive location information and search the map In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Location and security Adjust the following settings ...

Page 107: ...y connecting the device to a PC you can transfer data to and from your device directly and use the Samsung Kies program Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC You can download the program from the Samsung website www samsung com kies Using a USB cable connect the multifunction jack on your 1 device to a PC Double click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC to launch ...

Page 108: ... from or to a memory card 1 insert a memory card into the device Using a USB cable connect the multifunction jack on your 2 device to a PC Open the notifications panel and select 3 USB connected Connect USB storage Open the folder to view files 4 Copy files from the PC to the memory card 5 When you are finished select 6 Disconnect storage from PC To disconnect the device from the PC click the USB ...

Page 109: ... ask your service provider Set upVPN connections In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network VPN settings AddVPN Select aVPN type 2 Customise the connection information 3 Available options may vary depending on theVPN type Option Function VPN name Enter a name of theVPN server SetVPN server Enter the IP address of theVPN server Enable Encryption Set to encrypt...

Page 110: ...uthority CA certificate that theVPN server uses to identify you You can import certificates from theVPN server or download from the web DNS search domains Enter the domain name server DNS address When you are finished press 4 Save Connect to a private network In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Settings Wireless and network VPN settings Select a private network 2 Enter the user nam...

Page 111: ...ess Create Set alarm details 3 Select the check box next to Smart alarm to activate simulated nature sounds with the alarm screen prior to the main alarm When you are finished select 4 Save Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds To stop the alarm drag in any direction until it reaches the border of the circle To repeat the alarm after a specified length of time drag in any direction until it reaches ...

Page 112: ... Add Enter a city name or select one from the city list 3 To select a current city select Current location To add more world clocks repeat steps 2 3 4 To apply the summer time to the clocks tap and hold a clock and select DST settings Use the stopwatch In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Clock Stopwatch Select 2 Start to begin the stopwatch Select 3 Lap to record lap times When you...

Page 113: ...r desktop calculator Perform the calculation In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Calculator Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to 2 perform basic mathematical operations Rotate the device to landscape view to use the scientific calculator If you deactivate the auto rotation press Scientific calculator View the calculation history In Idle mode open the applicatio...

Page 114: ...ist and select 1 Google Search If you are launching this application for the first time set 2 whether or not to view the search history of your Google account Enter a letter or a word of the data to search for 3 To search for data by voice select and say a keyword into your device s microphone Select the item s name you want to access 4 Kies air Kies air allows you to connect a PC to your device v...

Page 115: ...aits before ending the connection Lock contents Select the types of data that should not display on the PC browser Reset settings Reset your settings to the factory default values Connect a PC to your device viaWi Fi In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Kies air Start Enter the web address displayed by Kies air in the browser 2 on your PC Select 3 Allow if necessary When connected y...

Page 116: ... directory select Up Select a file to open 3 In a folder press to use the following options To send a file to others select Share To create a new folder select Create folder To delete files or folders select Delete To change the view mode select View by To sort files or folders select List by To use additional features using a file such as moving copying or renaming option select More SIMToolkit U...

Page 117: ...Storage View the used and available memory on your device and memory card Help View help information about extending battery life and RAM manager Thinkfree Office Learn to create and view document files on your device If you have an account with theThinkfree web service you can manage documents online This application supports the following file formats doc docx txt hwp rtf xls xlsx csv ppt pptx p...

Page 118: ...e In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Thinkfree Office Select 2 My Docs a document Select a text encoding type if necessary 3 View and edit the document as desired 4 To zoom in or out use the two finger zoom Place your two fingers on the screen and slowly pinch or spread apart To open the toolbar to edit the document word text or excel file press Edit To search for text in a docume...

Page 119: ...ch Learn to use the voice command feature to dial a number send a message or search for locations and information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider In Idle mode open the application list and select 1 Voice Search If you are launching this application for the first time set 2 whether or not to activate personalised recognition Say a command into t...

Page 120: ...gs Wi Fi Turn theWi Fi feature on or off p 100 Network notification Set the device to notify you when an open network is available WPS button connection Connect to aWi Fi connection using aWi Fi Protected Setup WPS button AddWi Fi network AddWi Fi APs manually Wi Fi Direct settings Wi Fi Direct Activate theWi Fi Direct feature to connect two devices viaWi Fi network without requiring an access poi...

Page 121: ...d portable hotspot USB tethering Activate the USB tethering feature to share your device s mobile network connection with PCs via USB When connected to a PC your device is used as a wireless modem for a PC p 105 PortableWi Fi hotspot PortableWi Fi hotspot Activate theWi Fi tethering feature to share your device s mobile network connection with PCs or other devices through theWi Fi feature p 104 Co...

Page 122: ...ect calls from specified phone numbers automatically You can add phone numbers to the reject list p 46 Set reject messages Add or edit the message that will be sent when you reject a call Call alert Call status tones Activate or deactivate call connection tone minute minder tone or call disconnection tone Alerts on call Set the device to alert you to events during a call Call answering ending Answ...

Page 123: ...Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to numbers in the FDN list You must enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and reboot the device Voicemail service Select your service provider or set another provider to receive voice mails Voicemail Enter the number to access the voice mail service You can obtain this number from your service provider Sound Change the settings for var...

Page 124: ...ock the touch screen Display Change the settings for the display Screen display Font style Change the font type for the display text You can download fonts from Android Market by selecting Get fonts online Home screen Wallpaper Select a background image for the idle screen Lock screen Wallpaper Select an image to display when the screen is locked Clock position Select the location of the clock on ...

Page 125: ... power level at which the device will automatically switch to Power saving mode Turn offWi Fi Deactivate theWi Fi tethering feature when the device is not connected with aWi Fi AP Turn off Bluetooth Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use Turn off GPS Deactivate the GPS feature when not in use Turn off Sync Turn off the sync feature when the device is not synchronising with a web server B...

Page 126: ...screen lock Set the unlock security code When you have set your security code this option changes to Change screen lock None Disable the screen lock Pattern Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen PIN Set a PIN numeric to unlock the screen Password Set a password alphanumeric to unlock the screen Set up SIM card lock Lock SIM card Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN b...

Page 127: ...se of various applications Install from USB storage Install encrypted certificates that are stored in the USB storage Set password Create and confirm a password for accessing credentials Clear storage Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password Applications Change the settings for managing installed applications Unknown sources Select to download applications from any sour...

Page 128: ...hed data network to get notifications for new applications from Samsung Apps This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation Background data Select this setting to use the auto sync feature The auto sync will run in the background without opening applications and sync...

Page 129: ...ard You can also format the USB storage and the memory card Formatting a memory card will permanently delete all data from the memory card Language and keyboard Change the settings for text input Select language Select a display language for all menus and applications Select input method Select a default keypad type for text input Swype Set the device to use the Swype keypad Select Input Method Ch...

Page 130: ...zation Set the device to automatically capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark such as a full stop question mark or exclamation mark Show complete trace Set to display the trace of your dragging on the keyboard Word suggestion Set the device to display suggestions while you are entering text This feature is available only for English Speed vs accuracy Set the balance for the spe...

Page 131: ...to completion auto correction or auto substitution and set up your own word list Keypad sweeping Enable or disable the keypad sweeping feature for the text input mode You can switch between input modes by scrolling left or right on the keypad Auto capitalization Set the device to automatically capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark such as a period question mark or exclamation ...

Page 132: ...ten to the spoken text for an example Driving mode Activate Driving mode to set the device to read contents aloud Driving mode settings Specify applications to use in Driving mode Always use my settings Set to use the speech rate and language settings you specify over the settings saved in applications Default engine Set the speech synthesis engine to be used for spoken text Install voice data Dow...

Page 133: ...bud Call answering ending Answering key Set the device to answer an incoming call when you press the Home key Automatic answering Set the length of time the device waits before answer an incoming call The power key ends calls Set the device to end a call when you press the Power key Accessibility shortcut Add a shortcut to accessibility settings on the quick menu that appears when you press and ho...

Page 134: ...nt date manually Select time zone Set your home time zone Set time Set the current time manually Use 24 hour format Set to the time to be displayed in 24 hour format Select date format Select a date format About phone Access information about your device check the device s status and update the device system ...

Page 135: ...n disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu 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 network or serv...

Page 136: ...st version If the touch screen is scratched or damaged take it to your local Samsung Service Centre Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Power key for 8 10 seconds and release The device will reboot automatically If this does not...

Page 137: ...thers 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 antenna When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception you may lose reception Move to another area and try a...

Page 138: ...en 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 power to operate the camera application If you r...

Page 139: ...ion with another radio receiver If you can hear the station with another receiver your device may require service Contact a Samsung Service Centre 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 ...

Page 140: ...o connect to if necessary Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range 10 m If the tips above do not solve the problem contact a Samsung Service Centre A connection is not established when you connect the device to a PC Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device Ensure that you have the proper drivers installed and update...

Page 141: ... or cause an impact to the charger or the battery Do not charge the battery with chargers that are not approved by the manufacturer Do not use your device during a thunderstorm Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is increased Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion Li Ion battery For safe disposal of your Li Ion batteries contact your nearest authorised service centr...

Page 142: ...tion Follow all safety warnings and regulations when using your device in restricted areas Turn off your device where prohibited Comply with all regulations that restrict the use of a mobile device in a particular area Do not use your device near other electronic devices Most electronic devices use radio frequency signals Your device may interfere with other electronic devices Do not use your devi...

Page 143: ...rfere with the electronic navigation instruments of the aircraft Electronic devices in a motor vehicle may malfunction due to the radio frequency of your device Electronic devices in your car may malfunction due to radio frequency of your device Contact the manufacturer for more information Comply with all safety warnings and regulations regarding mobile device usage while operating a vehicle Whil...

Page 144: ...l 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 a broken down vehicle posing no serious hazard a broken traffic signal a minor traffic accident where no one appears ...

Page 145: ...nction or the battery may discharge from exposure to magnetic fields 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 periods of time Do not store your device near or in heaters microwaves h...

Page 146: ...or other parts of your body When using your device for extended periods hold the device with a relaxed grip press the keys lightly and take frequent breaks If you continue to have discomfort during or after such use stop use and see a physician Ensure maximum battery and charger life Avoid charging batteries for more than a week as overcharging may shorten battery life Over time unused batteries w...

Page 147: ... using headsets in dry environments or touch a metal object to discharge static electricity before connecting a headset to the device Use caution when using the device while walking or moving Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself or others Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around your waist You can be injured or damage the device if you fall Do not disasse...

Page 148: ...all 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 cause serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly Allow only qualified personnel to service your device Allowing unqualified perso...

Page 149: ...e of copyrighted material Specific Absorption Rate SAR certification information THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIOWAVES Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves radio frequency electromagnetic fields recommended by international guidelines The guidelines were developed by an independent...

Page 150: ...ste 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 environme...

Page 151: ...t use any content or services in a manner that has not been authorised by the content owner or service provider Without limiting the foregoing unless expressly authorised by the applicable content owner or service provider you may not modify copy republish upload post transmit translate sell create derivative works exploit or distribute in any manner or medium any content or services displayed thr...

Page 152: ...sion 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 suspension of any content or service made available through this device Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the content and services Any question or request for service relating...

Page 153: ...48 calls answering 44 barring 47 forwarding 47 international numbers 44 making 43 multiparty 45 rejecting 44 using headset 44 using options 45 viewing missed 46 waiting 48 call waiting 48 camera capturing photos 58 customising camcorder 66 customising camera 62 recording videos 64 connections Bluetooth 97 PC 107 VPN 109 Wi Fi 99 contacts copying 80 creating 78 finding 79 importing or exporting 81 ...

Page 154: ...er 96 PC connections mass storage 108 Samsung Kies 107 phonebook creating contacts 78 creating groups 80 creating your namecard 80 finding contacts 79 DLNA see AllShare downloads applications 40 files 41 managing 114 email sending 54 setting accounts 53 viewing 54 file manager 116 find my mobile 35 fixed dialling number mode 47 flight mode 18 FM radio listening to 74 saving stations 75 gallery fil...

Page 155: ... connections connecting to 110 creating 109 photos capturing 58 capturing a series 61 capturing by scene 60 capturing in smile shot 61 capturing panoramic 62 viewing 68 PIN lock 34 Samsung Apps 95 Samsung Kies 107 Search 114 settings about phone 134 accessibility 133 accounts and sync 128 applications 127 call settings 122 date and time 133 display 124 locale and text 129 location and security 126...

Page 156: ...msung com English EU 01 2012 Rev 1 1 To install Kies PC Sync Download the latest version of Kies from the 1 Samsung website www samsung com kies and install it on your PC Using a USB cable connect your device to your PC 2 Double click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC to 3 launch Samsung Kies Refer to the Kies help for more information ...

Page 157: ...web browser adding bookmarks 88 browsing web pages 86 Wi Fi activating 100 finding and connecting to networks 100 world clock 112 YouTube uploading videos 94 watching videos 93 ...

Page 158: ...roduct is in conformity to all the essential requirements of Directive 1999 5 EC The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10 and detailed in Annex IV of Directive 1999 5 EC has been followed with the involvement of the following Notified Body ies BABT Forsyth House Churchfield Road Walton on Thames Surrey KT12 2TD UK Identification mark 0168 The technical documentation kept at Sa...

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