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USER MANUAL

English. 06/2020. Rev.1.0

SM-A013F

SM-A013F/DS

SM-A013G

SM-A013G/DS

SM-M013F

SM-M013F/DS

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Page 1: ...www samsung com USER MANUAL English 06 2020 Rev 1 0 SM A013F SM A013F DS SM A013G SM A013G DS SM M013F SM M013F DS...

Page 2: ...ory card microSD card 20 Turning the device on and off 21 Initial setup 21 Samsung account 23 Understanding the screen 32 Notification panel 34 Entering text Apps and features 36 Installing or uninsta...

Page 3: ...dual SIM models 73 More connection settings 74 Sounds and vibration 74 Apps and notifications 75 Display 75 Screensaver 76 Lock screen and security 77 Smart Lock 77 Privacy 78 Location 78 Accounts 78...

Page 4: ...e or apps to work improperly Software sound sources wallpapers images and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use Extracting and using these materials for commercial or othe...

Page 5: ...touchscreen To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the surrounding environment launch the Settings app tap Display and then tap the Auto brightness switch to activate i...

Page 6: ...the charger may stop charging Do the following when the device heats up Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps Wait for the device to cool down and then begin charging the d...

Page 7: ...recording videos for extended periods When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting When connecting to aTV While multitasking or when running many apps in the background When using...

Page 8: ...the device heats up the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to cool down The feature is only available on supported models If the device overheats and reaches a certain...

Page 9: ...t use any charger or battery that is damaged or malfunctioning Device layout and functions Package contents Refer to the quick start guide for package contents The items supplied with the device and a...

Page 10: ...Basics 10 Device layout Power key Volume key Multipurpose jack Front camera SIM card Memory card tray Speaker Touchscreen GPS antenna Flash Speaker Rear camera Main antenna Earphone jack Microphone...

Page 11: ...e speaker or receiver the device s sound may become quiet or certain features may not work If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object the device may be damaged and its...

Page 12: ...e screen Volume key Press to adjust the device volume Soft buttons Back button Home button Recents button When you turn on the screen the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen The soft...

Page 13: ...ice Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty To save energy unplug the charger when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must unplug the charger from the electr...

Page 14: ...drain quickly To avoid losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging the battery Using a power source other than the charger such as a computer may result in a slower...

Page 15: ...viders for a single device In some areas data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted Use only a nano SIM card Use caution not to l...

Page 16: ...rd on the tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards 4 Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray the SIM card may leave or f...

Page 17: ...d Setting preferred SIM or USIM cards When two cards are activated you can assign voice calls messaging and data services to specific cards Launch the Settings app tap Connections SIM card manager and...

Page 18: ...anufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards When inserting a memory card into the device a link to the memory card s file directo...

Page 19: ...torage Storage settings SD card UNMOUNT Do not remove external storage such as a memory card or USB storage while the device is transferring or accessing information or right after transferring data D...

Page 20: ...n on the device When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to set up your device Turning the device off To turn off the device p...

Page 21: ...l setup Samsung account Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices TVs and the Samsung website To check the l...

Page 22: ...ctions to complete signing in to your Samsung account Finding your ID and resetting your password If you forget your Samsung account ID or password tap Find ID or Reset password on the Samsung account...

Page 23: ...your fingertips It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods Doing so may result in afterimages screen burn in or ghosting The device may not reco...

Page 24: ...buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen The soft buttons are set to the Recents button Home button and Back button by default The functions of the buttons can change acco...

Page 25: ...ion Home screen and Apps screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device s features It displays widgets shortcuts to apps and more The Apps screen displays icons for all a...

Page 26: ...een Home and Apps screens On the Home screen swipe upwards to open the Apps screen To return to the Home screen swipe downwards on the Apps screen Alternatively tap the Home button or the Back button...

Page 27: ...bottom of the Home screen Creating folders Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps On the Home screen tap and hold an app and then drag it over another app A new fold...

Page 28: ...and more Wallpapers Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen Widgets Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient acc...

Page 29: ...he service provider or model Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Roaming outside of normal service area GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected...

Page 30: ...een and locks it Also the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period To unlock the screen swipe in any direction when the screen turns on If the screen i...

Page 31: ...code whenever unlocking it Swipe Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it Pattern Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen PIN Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlo...

Page 32: ...n the notification panel and view the details To open the notification panel drag the status bar downwards To close the notification panel swipe upwards on the screen You can use the following functio...

Page 33: ...to view more buttons Access additional options Preferred SIM card for each option Tap to access the SIM card manager Adjust the brightness of the display To change feature settings tap the text under...

Page 34: ...t twice Enter a space Changing the input language Tap Languages and types Manage input languages and select the languages to use When you select two or more languages you can switch between the input...

Page 35: ...es may not be available depending on the region or service provider Enter text by voice Enter emoticons Change the keyboard for one handed operation Change the keyboard settings Copying and pasting 1...

Page 36: ...ree apps tap Install To purchase and download apps where charges apply tap the price and follow the on screen instructions To change the auto update settings tap Auto update apps and then select an op...

Page 37: ...pp permissions For some apps to operate properly they may need permission to access or use information on your device To view your app permission settings launch the Settings app and tap Apps and noti...

Page 38: ...the Phone app and enter a phone number If the keypad does not appear on the screen tap to open the keypad 2 Tap to make a voice call Create a new contact Preview the phone number Hide the keypad Dele...

Page 39: ...ar on the screen 2 Tap and hold 0 until the sign appears 3 Enter the country code area code and phone number and then tap Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in drag outside the large c...

Page 40: ...ow their caller ID Tap the Block unknown callers switch to activate the feature Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available Access additional options Add call Dial a s...

Page 41: ...r on the screen tap to open the keypad 3 Tap Create contact to create a new contact or tap Update existing to add the number to an existing contact Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls lis...

Page 42: ...s Creating a new contact 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap 2 Select a storage location 3 Enter contact information Select a storage location Add an image Open more information fields Enter contact inf...

Page 43: ...unts Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts 1 Launch the Settings app tap Accounts Accounts and select the account to sync with 2 Tap Sync account and tap the Contac...

Page 44: ...You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Share 2 Select contacts and tap Share 3 Select a sharing method Creating groups You can add groups...

Page 45: ...acts with other accounts your contacts list may include duplicate contacts Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline your contacts list 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap the contact s name Detai...

Page 46: ...hen you are roaming 1 Launch the Messages app and tap 2 Add recipients and enter a message To record and send a voice message tap and hold say your message and then release your finger The recording i...

Page 47: ...p the message input field enter a message and then tap To adjust the font size spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen Blocking unwanted messages Block messages from specific numbers added to...

Page 48: ...ssages app tap Settings Notifications and then tap the switch to activate it 2 Change the notification settings Deleting messages 1 Launch the Messages app 2 On the messages list select a contact or a...

Page 49: ...hem conveniently Browsing webpages 1 Launch the Internet app 2 Tap the address field 3 Enter the web address or a keyword and then tap Go Bookmark the current webpage Open the homepage Move between pa...

Page 50: ...you may violate other people s privacy Launching Camera Use the following methods to launch Camera Launch the Camera app Press the Power key twice quickly On the locked screen drag outside the circle...

Page 51: ...Preview thumbnail Take a photo Current mode Camera settings Switch between the front and rear cameras Shooting modes Options for current shooting mode The preview screen may vary depending on the sho...

Page 52: ...to Select an aspect ratio for photos Apply a filter effect Select an aspect ratio for videos Locking the focus AF and exposure AE You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the c...

Page 53: ...de The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to capture photos easily On the shooting modes list tap PHOTO and tap to take a photo Taking selfies You can take...

Page 54: ...cording a video tap where you want to focus To use auto focus mode tap AF to cancel the manually set focus 3 Tap to stop recording the video Customising camera settings On the preview screen tap Some...

Page 55: ...as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet To avoid this deactivate the location tag setting...

Page 56: ...videos stored in your device You can also manage images and videos by album Viewing images 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES 2 Select an image Access additional options Rotate the image Delet...

Page 57: ...Tap and hold to fast forward Access additional options Rotate the screen Change screen ratio Pause and resume playback Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the...

Page 58: ...tiple images and videos 1 On the Gallery screen tap and hold an image or a video to delete 2 Tick the images or videos to delete 3 Tap Delete Calendar Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events...

Page 59: ...events with your accounts 1 Launch the Settings app tap Accounts Accounts and select the account to sync with 2 Tap Sync account and tap the Calendar switch to activate it This feature is not supporte...

Page 60: ...y not be available depending on the region or service provider Some webpages or content may not be available when this feature is activated depending on the service provider or the mobile network cond...

Page 61: ...for the first time View the list of available stations Access additional options Scan and save available stations automatically Add the current radio station to the favourites list Fine tune the frequ...

Page 62: ...ter an alarm time tap the time input field To activate or deactivate alarms tap the switch next to the alarm in the alarms list Stopping alarms Tap Dismiss to stop an alarm If you have previously enab...

Page 63: ...set the duration and name and then tap Add 2 Set the duration and then tap Start To open the keypad to enter the duration tap the duration input field 3 Tap Dismiss when the timer goes off Calculator...

Page 64: ...select a sharing method such as Bluetooth and message Google apps Google provides entertainment social network and business apps You may require a Google account to access some apps To view more app...

Page 65: ...ion and browse webpages YT Music Enjoy various music and videos provided byYouTube Music You can also view the music collections stored on your device and play them YouTube Go Watch or create videos a...

Page 66: ...ther Bluetooth enabled devices Refer to Bluetooth for more information Flight mode Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device You can use only non network services Follow the regu...

Page 67: ...used More connection settings Customise settings to control other features Refer to More connection settings for more information Wi Fi Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and acces...

Page 68: ...isted If the device you want to connect to is not in the list request that the device turns on its Wi Fi Direct feature 3 Select a device to connect to The devices will be connected when the other dev...

Page 69: ...or example pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature Pairing with oth...

Page 70: ...he Gallery app and select an image 2 Tap Bluetooth and select a device to transfer the image to If the device you want to pair with is not in the list request that the device turns on its visibility o...

Page 71: ...evice s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available Connections can be made viaWi Fi USB or Bluetooth On the Settings screen tap Connections Mobile Hotspot a...

Page 72: ...device s mobile data connection to access the Internet SIM card manager dual SIM models Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings Refer to Using dual SIM or USIM cards dual...

Page 73: ...te DNS Printing Configure settings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can connect the device to a printer viaWi Fi orWi Fi Direct and print images or documents Some printers may not be c...

Page 74: ...t the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls Temporary mute Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period Ringtone Change the call ringtone Notification sounds Change the no...

Page 75: ...et the device to display the remaining battery life Screen timeout Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display s backlight Navigation bar Change the navigation bar settings...

Page 76: ...k for updates Encrypt SD card Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled the device will not be able to read your encry...

Page 77: ...e Settings screen tap Lock screen and security Smart Lock 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method 3 Select an option and follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup Privacy...

Page 78: ...rent location information Location services View the location services your device is using Accounts Sync back up or restore your device s data You can also register and manage accounts such as your S...

Page 79: ...trols Your DigitalWellbeing tools View the daily usage history of your device Refer toYour DigitalWellbeing tools for more information Parental controls Manage your children s digital use Your Digital...

Page 80: ...he Settings screen tap DigitalWellbeing parental controls Focus mode Smart Manager The smart manager feature provides an overview of the status of your device s battery storage and memory You can also...

Page 81: ...reventing apps that are running in the background from using battery power when they are not being used Tap Battery usage select apps from the apps list and then tap the Optimise battery usage switch...

Page 82: ...ground Remove animations Reduce animation effects if you are sensitive to animations or screen movement Mono audio Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud Google subtitles CC Set the...

Page 83: ...feature and configure settings Refer to Gestures for more information Date and time Access and alter the settings to control how the device displays the time and date If the battery remains fully disc...

Page 84: ...anged the default language the selected language will be added to the top of the list To change the default language from your languages list drag next to a language and move it to the top of the list...

Page 85: ...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 m...

Page 86: ...scratched or damaged visit a Samsung Service Centre Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Centre Re...

Page 87: ...ne ensure that it is properly connected Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing theVolume key or move to another area A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio...

Page 88: ...orter over time Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera app If you receive error messages when launchi...

Page 89: ...rovider or providers of additional services Some content circulated on the Internet such as ringtones videos or wallpapers may not work properly Bluetooth is not working well If another Bluetooth devi...

Page 90: ...data stored in the device A small gap appears around the outside of the device case This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur Over time frict...

Page 91: ...ical including photocopying recording or storing in any information storage and retrieval system Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Bluetoo...

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