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USER AND BACKUP

Accounts

Add email or SNS accounts.
On the Settings screen, tap

Accounts

Cloud

Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud
storage.
On the Settings screen, tap

Cloud

Backup and reset

Change the settings for managing settings and data.
On the Settings screen, tap

Backup and reset

•

Back up my data

: Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server.

•

Backup account

: Set up or edit your Google backup account.

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Automatic restore

: Set the device to restore settings and app data when the apps are

reinstalled on the device.

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Factory data reset

: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data.

Summary of Contents for SM-C115

Page 1: ...www samsung com User Manual SM C115 English EU 06 2014 Rev 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...ening apps 33 Installing or uninstalling apps 35 Entering text 37 Using the power saving feature 39 Accessing help information Personalising 40 Switching to easy mode 40 Managing the Home and Apps screens 43 Changing the screen lock method 44 Setting wallpaper 44 Changing ringtones 45 Setting up accounts 45 Moving contacts from other devices to your device Network connectivity 47 Connecting to a m...

Page 3: ...lp messages 128 Severe weather notification Geo News Contacts 62 Adding contacts 63 Managing contacts Messages email 66 Messages 69 Email 71 Google Mail Camera 73 Launching Camera 78 Using camera widgets 79 Separating the exposure area and the focus area 80 Using remote viewfinder 81 Using the shooting mode 91 Configuring settings 99 Configuring general settings Gallery 100 Viewing content on the ...

Page 4: ...5 Adjusting the sound balance 205 Using mono audio 205 Using auto haptic 206 Using the assistive menus 208 Using the smart scroll feature 208 Setting tap and hold delay options 209 Using interaction control mode 209 Answering or ending calls Utilities 130 S Finder 131 S Planner 134 Calculator 134 Clock 136 Drive 136 Dropbox 137 Google 138 Kids Mode 141 Maps 142 Memo 143 My Files Connecting with ot...

Page 5: ...Table of Contents 5 210 Using single tap mode 210 Configuring accessibility settings 211 Using other useful features Troubleshooting Cleaning the device ...

Page 6: ... or modified operating system software Attempting to customise the operating system may cause the device 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 other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of...

Page 7: ...t 7 Instructional icons Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Note notes usage tips or additional information ...

Page 8: ... jack Front camera Power button Home button Back button Volume button Proximity Light sensor Recent apps button Touch screen Speaker Eyelet for strap GPS antenna Lens Microphone AF assist light Flash Memory card slot Main antenna Headset jack NFC antenna on the battery Back cover ...

Page 9: ...tion Power Press and hold to turn the device on or off Press to lock or unlock the device The device goes into lock mode when the touch screen turns off Recent apps Tap to open the list of recent apps Tap and hold to access additional options for the current screen Home Press to unlock the device The device goes into lock mode when the touch screen turns off Press to return to the Home screen Pres...

Page 10: ... devices Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase Use only Samsung approved accessories Malfunctions caused by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service Availability of all accessories is subject to change...

Page 11: ...tery Only microSIM cards work with the device Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider For details about service availability contact your service provider 1 Remove the back cover Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively Doing so may damage the cover ...

Page 12: ...to the SIM card slot If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards 3 Insert the battery 1 2 ...

Page 13: ...Getting started 13 4 Replace the back cover Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 Remove the back cover 2 Pull out the battery ...

Page 14: ...explode or damage the device When the battery power is low the battery icon appears empty If the battery is completely discharged the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device If you use multiple apps at once network apps or apps that need a connection to another device the battery will dra...

Page 15: ...device can be used while it is charging but it may take longer to fully charge the battery If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging the touch screen may not function If this happens unplug the charger from the device While charging the device may heat up This is normal and should not affect the device s lifespan or performance If the battery gets hotter than usual the charger...

Page 16: ...avoid wasting power The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible while charging Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power By customising these options and deactivating features in the background you can use the device longer between charges When you are not using the device switch to sleep mode by pressing the Pow...

Page 17: ...memory card right side up The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards When inserting a card formatted in a different file system the device asks to reformat the memory card Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards When inserting a memory card into the device the memory card s file directory appears in the My Files SD card folder 1 Open ...

Page 18: ...ing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards including the loss of data Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device Format the memory card on the device On the Home screen tap Apps Settings Storage Format SD car...

Page 19: ...turning on the device for the first time follow the on screen instructions to set up your device Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device To turn off the device press and hold the Power button and then tap Power off Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as aeroplanes and hospi...

Page 20: ...ressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period To unlock the device press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area You can change the unlock code to unlock the device Refer to Changing the screen lock method for details ...

Page 21: ...ertips The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the touch input area Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages screen burn in or ghosting Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the device It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touch screen Tapping To open an app to select a menu item to pres...

Page 22: ...d an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options Dragging To move an icon or thumbnail tap and hold it and drag it to the target position Double tapping Double tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part Double tap again to return ...

Page 23: ...on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list such as contacts Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage map or image to zoom in a part Pinch to zoom out ...

Page 24: ...the top of the screen Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Roaming outside of normal service area GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA network connected LTE network connected Wi Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS activated Call in progress Missed call Smart stay or smart pause feature activated Synced with the web Connected t...

Page 25: ...anels Using the notifications panel When you receive new notifications such as messages or missed calls indicator icons appear on the status bar To see more information about the icons open the notifications panel and view the details To open the notifications panel drag the status bar downwards To close the notifications panel drag the bar from the bottom of the screen upwards ...

Page 26: ...ing buttons Activate or deactivate options Tap and hold options to view more detailed settings Launch Quick Connect Adjusting the brightness To set the device to adjust the brightness automatically tick Auto To manually adjust the brightness from the automatic level drag the brightness adjustment bar to the left or right When battery power is low the brightness adjustment bar disappears from the n...

Page 27: ...nge quick setting buttons on the notifications panel tap tap and hold an item and then drag the item to another location Use the following options Wi Fi Activate or deactivate theWi Fi feature Refer to Connecting to aWi Fi network for details Location Activate or deactivate the GPS feature Sound Vibrate Mute Activate or deactivate sound mode and silent mode You can set the device to vibrate or mut...

Page 28: ...r to NFC for details Sync Activate or deactivate auto syncing of apps Smart stay Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature When you activate this feature the screen stays on as long as you look at it Smart pause Activate or deactivate the smart pause feature When you activate this feature playback pauses when you look away from the screen Power saving Activate or deactivate power saving mode R...

Page 29: ...s and more Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen The Home screen can have multiple panels To view other panels scroll left or right To customise the Home screen refer to Managing the Home and Apps screens for details A widget An app A folder Screen indicators Favourite apps ...

Page 30: ...Basics 30 Home screen options Tap and hold an empty area or pinch your fingers together on the Home screen to access the options available on the Home screen ...

Page 31: ...ed in Access additional options To select the content to be displayed tap Settings and then select the categories that interest you To update the content automatically when My Magazine opens tap Settings and then tick Auto refresh on opening To deactivate My Magazine on the Home screen tap and hold an empty area Then tap Home screen settings and deselect My Magazine ...

Page 32: ...talled On the Home screen tap Apps to open the Apps screen To view other panels scroll left or right or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen To customise the Apps screen refer to Managing the Home and Apps screens for details Access additional options An app Screen indicators ...

Page 33: ...cated Samsung apps Tap Samsung Apps on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword Select an app to view information about it To download free apps tap Free To purchase and download apps where charges apply tap the button that shows the app s price By default the device automaticall...

Page 34: ...e To change the default setting or to update apps manually tap Settings Auto update apps and then select an option Downloading suggested apps You can view and download dedicated Galaxy device apps On the Apps screen tap GALAXY Essentials Or on the Home screen tap the GALAXY Essentials widget or the GALAXY Gifts widget and then tap next to an app To download all apps in the list tap Download all Ma...

Page 35: ...nstall downloaded apps Entering text A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages create memos and more Text entry is not supported in some languages To enter text you must change the input language to one of the supported languages Break to the next line Suggested keywords Delete a preceding character Enter punctuation marks Enter uppercase For all caps tap it twice Set o...

Page 36: ...rd functions Tap and hold to use the following functions Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used Enter text by voice Change the language Open the keyboard Start or pause entering text by voice Ensure that theWi Fi or mobile network is connected before using this feature You may incur additional charges when using this feature via the mobile network A...

Page 37: ...ng the power saving feature Power saving mode Save battery power by limiting the device s functions On the Apps screen tap Settings Power saving Power saving mode and then drag the Power saving mode switch to the right Alternatively open the quick setting panel and tap Power saving to activate it Select from the following options Block background data Prevent apps that are running in the backgroun...

Page 38: ...a connection when the screen turns off Deactivates theWi Fi and Bluetooth features On the Apps screen tap Settings Power saving Ultra power saving mode and drag the Ultra power saving mode switch to the right Alternatively open the quick setting panel and tap U power saving to activate it Send a message Add more apps to use Remaining battery power Browse the Internet Access additional options Make...

Page 39: ...ning before the battery power runs out if the device is not used Standby time may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions Accessing help information To access help information for an app while you are using the app tap Help To access help information to learn how to use the device and apps on the Apps screen tap Settings Help Some apps may not support this feature Ensure th...

Page 40: ...n tap Easy settings Easy mode Standard mode Done Managing shortcuts To add a shortcut to an app to the Home screen scroll left tap and then select an app To add a shortcut to a contact on the Home screen scroll right tap To delete a shortcut from the Home screen tap Edit select an app or contact with and then tap OK Managing the Home and Apps screens Managing the Home screen Adding items Tap and h...

Page 41: ...reating a folder 1 On the Home screen tap and hold an app and then drag it to Create folder that appears at the top of the screen 2 Enter a folder name 3 Tap select the apps to move to the folder and then tap Done Managing panels On the Home screen tap and hold an empty area to add move or remove a panel To add a panel scroll left to the last panel and then tap To move a panel tap and hold a panel...

Page 42: ...n tap Done Moving items On the Apps screen tap Edit Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location To move the item to another panel drag it to the side of the screen To move an item to a new panel drag it to Create page that appears at the top of the screen Creating folders 1 On the Apps screen tap Create folder Alternatively tap Edit tap and hold an app and then drag it to Create folder that...

Page 43: ...k code is forgotten take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more and then draw the pattern again to verify it Set a backup PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern PIN A PIN consists of numbers only Enter at least four numbers and then enter the password again to verify it Password A password consists of characters and n...

Page 44: ...ght and select from images displayed at the bottom of the screen To select photos taken by the device s camera or other images tap More images 4 Tap Set wallpaper or Done Changing ringtones Change ringtones for incoming calls and notifications On the Apps screen tap Settings Sound To set a ringtone for incoming calls tap Ringtones select a ringtone and then tap OK To use a song stored on the devic...

Page 45: ...moving accounts On the Apps screen tap Settings Accounts select an account and then tap Remove account Moving contacts from other devices to your device Moving contacts using Samsung Smart Switch You can transfer contacts of the previous device to a new device via Smart Switch for mobiles and computers Visit www samsung com smartswitch for more information Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on ...

Page 46: ... your device You can download the app from www samsung com smartswitch 1 Back up contacts from a previous device to the computer For details contact the device s manufacturer 2 On the computer launch Smart Switch 3 Connect your current device to the computer using the USB cable 4 On the computer click the manufacturer of the previous device and follow the on screen instructions to transfer contact...

Page 47: ... additional options Your device uses a non harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries TheWLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors but cannot be operated outdoors Turn offWi Fi to save the battery when not in use 1 On the Apps screen tap Settings Wi Fi Alternatively open the quick setting panel and tap and hold Wi Fi 2 Drag the Wi Fi switch to the right...

Page 48: ...search for and connect to a certifiedWi Fi network You can use the Passpoint feature to connect to publicWi Fi networks that support automated authentication When you move to a new location it will search for and connect to another certifiedWi Fi network This feature may not be available depending on the region Tap Advanced and then tick Passpoint ForgettingWi Fi networks Any network that has ever...

Page 49: ...twork switch The device automatically switches from aWi Fi network to a mobile network when the currentWi Fi network is weak or unstable When theWi Fi network signal becomes strong the device switches from the mobile network back to theWi Fi network Tethering devices and using mobile hotspots About tethering and mobile hotspots Use this feature to share the device s mobile data connection with com...

Page 50: ...Fi networks list To set a password for the hotspot tap Configure hotspot and select the level of security Then enter a password and tap Save 3 On the other device s screen search for and select your device from theWi Fi networks list 4 On the connected device use the device s mobile data connection to access the Internet Using USB tethering Share the device s mobile data connection with a computer...

Page 51: ...Ensure that the computer that you connect to supports the Bluetooth feature 1 On your device on the Apps screen tap Settings Tethering and Mobile hotspot 2 Tick Bluetooth tethering 3 On the connected device open the Bluetooth settings screen tap Internet access appears on the status bar when the two devices are connected 4 On the connected device use the device s mobile data connection to access t...

Page 52: ...ce may result in unintended inputs Control motions properly Direct call On the Apps screen tap Settings Motions and gestures Direct call and then drag the Direct call switch to the right While viewing call message or contact details pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call ...

Page 53: ... the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages Mute Pause On the Apps screen tap Settings Motions and gestures Mute Pause and then drag the Mute Pause switch to the right Covering screen with hand Cover the screen with a palm to mute incoming calls or alarms or to pause media playback ...

Page 54: ...s 54 Turning device over Turn the device over to mute incoming calls or alarms or to pause media playback Smart pause Playback pauses automatically when you look away from the screen It resumes when you look at the screen again ...

Page 55: ...er It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps Toolbox You can easily launch various apps from the toolbox icon while using other apps On the Apps screen tap Settings Toolbox and then drag the Toolbox switch to the right Alternatively open the quick setting panel and tap Toolbox to activate it appears on the screen To launch an app tap and select an app To move the toolbox ico...

Page 56: ... to make a video call You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in Logs Favourites and Contacts Access additional options Add the number to the contacts list Preview the phone number View favourite contacts Delete a preceding character View the contacts list View call and message logs Enter the number using the keypad ...

Page 57: ...o the right feature tap Settings Contacts and then deselect Swipe to call or send msg Making calls from the favourites list You can easily call contacts that you communicate with frequently by adding them to the favourite contacts list To add contacts to the favourites list tap Contacts select a contact and then tap To make a call to a favourite contact tap Favourites and select a contact ...

Page 58: ...eed dial number tap and hold an available speed dial number on the keypad tap OK and then select a contact Or tap Contacts Speed dial select a number and then select a contact Making an international call Tap Keypad Tap and hold 0 until the sign appears Enter the country code area code and phone number and then tap To block outgoing international calls tap Settings Call More settings Call barring ...

Page 59: ...pp tap Reject in the pop up window To send a message when rejecting an incoming call drag the reject message bar upwards To create various rejection messages on the Apps screen tap Phone Settings Call Call rejection Rejection messages Create Automatically rejecting calls from unwanted numbers 1 Tap Phone on the Apps screen 2 Tap Settings Call Call rejection Auto reject mode Auto reject numbers 3 T...

Page 60: ...you Bluetooth Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device Hold Hold a call Tap Unhold to retrieve the held call Contacts Open the contacts list Memo Create a memo Messages Send a message Personalise call sound Select a type of call sound to use with a headset Settings Change the call settings When you launch apps during a call a pop up window for the call screen appears You can ...

Page 61: ...ages Send a message Keypad Open the keypad Speaker off Speaker on Activate or deactivate the speakerphone When using the speakerphone speak into the microphone at the top of the device and keep the device away from your ears Switch to headset Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device Tap the screen to use the following options Switch Switch between the front and rear camera Mu...

Page 62: ...ng contacts from other devices to your device for details Creating contacts manually 1 On the Apps screen tap Contacts Contacts 2 Tap and enter contact information Add an image Add or delete a contact field 3 Tap Save To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad tap Keypad enter the number and then tap Add to contacts ...

Page 63: ...information 4 Tap Save Deleting a contact Select a contact to delete and then tap Delete Sharing a contact Select a contact to share tap Share name card and then select a sharing method Managing groups On the Apps screen tap Contacts Contacts Tap Creating a new group Tap enter a group name and then tap Save Adding contacts to a group Select a group and then tap Select contacts to add and then tap ...

Page 64: ... send button Merge contacts with accounts Merge contacts that are saved in the device with your accounts On the Apps screen tap Contacts Contacts Tap Merge accounts Google or Samsung account Importing and exporting contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to storage services On the Apps screen tap Contacts Contacts Tap Settings Contacts Impor...

Page 65: ...ap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria Once a contact is selected take one of the following actions Add to favourite contacts Make a voice or video call Compose a message Compose an email Adding shortcuts for contacts to the Home screen Add shortcuts to contacts that you frequently communicate with on the Home screen 1 On the Apps screen tap Contacts Contacts...

Page 66: ...s for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen 2 Tap 3 Add recipients and enter a message Access additional options Enter a message Select contacts from the contacts list Enter emoticons Enter recipients Attach files Send the message 4 Tap to send the message ...

Page 67: ...evice is turned off at the scheduled time is not connected to the network or the network is unstable the message will not be sent This feature is based on the time and date set on the device The time and date may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update the information Adding contacts to the priority list Set contacts that you communicate with frequently as priori...

Page 68: ...contact to the contacts list Quick responses Enter a message by selecting one from message templates Add recipient Add recipients to send the message to Insert smiley Enter emoticons Add subject Enter a subject Add slide Add message slides Schedule message Set a specified time and date from a message to be sent Add to priority senders Remove from priority senders Add contacts to or remove them fro...

Page 69: ...n about sending and managing messages Email Setting up email accounts Tap Email on the Apps screen Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time Enter the email address and password Tap Next for a private email account such as Google Mail or tap Manual setup for a company email account After that follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup To set up another email accoun...

Page 70: ...on the device The time and date may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update the information Reading messages Tap Email on the Apps screen Tap select an email account to use and new messages are retrieved To manually retrieve new messages tap Tap a message to read Open attachments Reply to the message Add this email address to the contacts list Mark the message as...

Page 71: ... priority list tap To remove contacts from the priority list tap and hold a contact tap Edit list of priority senders tap on each contact and then tap Done Google Mail Use this app to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service Tap Google Mail on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider This app may be labelled differently depending on the r...

Page 72: ...Reading messages Tap a message to read Preview attachment Keep the message for long term storage Mark the message as a reminder Delete the message Reply to the message Mark the message as unread Access additional options ...

Page 73: ...o quickly take photos of special moments launch Camera on the locked screen On the locked screen drag outside the large circle This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider If you launch Camera from the locked screen you can only view the photos taken from the locked screen Camera etiquette Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission Do not...

Page 74: ... sure not to block the screen lens flash or microphone Learning the preview screen Change the shooting mode Start taking a video Take a photo View photos and videos you have taken Change the camera settings Switch between the front and rear camera Change the flash setting Icon Meaning Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure value ISO sensitivity Shooting mode ...

Page 75: ...ng the Shutter button Press the Shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus The camera adjusts the focus exposure and white balance automatically and the focus frame turns green The focus frame turns red if not focused ...

Page 76: ...en using the zoom function the lens moves back and forth to adjust the focus before it sets the precise zoom ratio that you intend to use To maintain a natural view angle the zoom ratio increases in larger increments as it gets higher Taking photos Half press the Shutter button to focus on the subject When the subject is in focus the focus frame turns green Press the Shutter button to take the pho...

Page 77: ...h faster writing speeds micro SDHC Class10 or higher The video frame size may appear smaller depending on video resolution and frame rate If you set the optical image stabiliser OIS option the optical image stabiliser OIS sound may be recorded If the zoom function is activated when taking videos the camera may record the noise of the zoom operating To decrease zoom noise activate the quiet zoom fe...

Page 78: ... apps Refer to Adding items on how to add widgets Edit app shortcuts Picture Frame widget Use this widget to play a slideshow on the Home screen Refer to Adding items on how to add widgets Tap Images to select images Tap Album to select an album Tap Shuffled pictures to display images in random order ...

Page 79: ...the exposure and focus areas and select the exposure level you want for the subject 1 Tap the area to focus will appear at the top right of the focus frame 2 Drag to the exposure area When you touch the exposure area will be separated from the focus area Tap and hold each area to lock the focus or exposure setting Drag the areas together to merge the focus and exposure areas Before separating Afte...

Page 80: ...screen 2 Tap Remote viewfinder 3 Tap Easily connect via NFC or Wi Fi Direct settings to connect to another device Easily connect via NFC Activate the NFC feature on both devices Wi Fi Direct settings Activate theWi Fi Direct feature on both devices 4 Tap the image on the preview screen where the device should focus 5 Tap to take the photo displayed on the connected device s viewfinder Ensure that ...

Page 81: ...an be achieved Beauty face Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images Shot more Take a series of photos and apply various effects to them The device identifies the photos with in Gallery Panorama Take a photo composed of many photos strung together The device identifies the photo with in Gallery To get the best shot follow these tips Move the camera slowly in one direction Keep the camer...

Page 82: ...subjects Food Take photos of food in more colourful tones Party Indoor Take crisp indoor photos Action freeze Take photos of subjects moving at high speed Waterfall Take photos of waterfalls Animated photo Create a photo in which selected objects move by freezing or animating moving objects automatically detected by the camera Sound shot Take a photo with sound Surround shot Take multiple shots of...

Page 83: ... Suggested smart modes View downloaded films 4 Press the Shutter button If you set the current time manually mode suggestions may not be proper To use this feature read and agree to terms and conditions Managing films Download various films or upload your own films You can also arrange films by ranking or category view recently uploaded films or create your own films On the Apps screen tap Pro Sug...

Page 84: ...s 1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen 2 Tap MODE Manual 3 Set the desired shooting options Rotate to change the value for the shooting option Touch to select a shooting option If you set a high ISO value or open the shutter for a long time image noise may increase The longer you open the shutter the longer it takes to save a photo Do not turn the camera off while the camera saves a photo You can selec...

Page 85: ... screen 2 Tap MODE Selfie alarm 3 Drag or adjust the frame to set a detection area 4 Compose your shot with the lens facing you 5 Listen to the beeps to guide you as you adjust the composition When a face is completely inside the detection area the camera emits a warning tone beeps for two seconds and then automatically takes multiple photos 6 Select the best photo and then tap ...

Page 86: ... with the regular exposure Using animated photo mode Use this to create a photo in which selected objects move by freezing or animating moving objects automatically detected by the camera 1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen 2 Tap MODE Animated photo 3 Press the Shutter button to take a photo 4 Tap Edit and adjust the playback speed the range to trim or change the direction of the animation Tap Freeze ...

Page 87: ... screen 3 Move the device to locate the target pointer to the area where you want to the first shot 4 Hold the target pointer inside the circle on the preview screen until you take the first shot 5 To take another shot locate the next target pointer and position it inside the circle again You can view the position of the photos you have taken on the sphere at the bottom left of the screen 6 To sto...

Page 88: ...nd simulate actually moving through the space 1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen 2 Tap MODE Virtual tour 3 Move with the device to position the dot inside the large circle in the centre of the preview screen The device detects when you stop and starts to take photos from that position in the space 4 Move slowly forwards or rotate left or right while taking photos Whenever the dot is inside the large ...

Page 89: ... was taken tap Undo 6 To finish tap Viewing photos View a series of photos taken from different locations and directions 1 On the Apps screen tap Gallery 2 Select an image with the icon on the image thumbnail Using shot more mode Use this mode to take a series of photos and modify them by applying various effects using the shooting modes The zoom function is not available while taking photos in th...

Page 90: ... bottom of the screen Then merge the images into a single photo The device recommends the best photo and identifies it with Eraser Erase moving objects in the background Tap to erase moving objects Tap to restore the original photo Drama shot Take a series of photos and combine them to create an image that shows motion trails Panning shot Apply an effect to the subject s background that makes the ...

Page 91: ...eeds However this may increase electronic noise and result in a grainy photo WB light source Select an appropriate white balance so images have a true to life colour range Flash To take a realistic photo of a subject the amount of light should be constant When the light source varies you can use a flash and supply a constant amount of light Focus mode Use this option to select a focus mode appropr...

Page 92: ...djust image Use this option to adjust the colour saturation sharpness or contrast of your photos OIS anti shake Use the Optical Image Stabiliser OIS option to reduce or eliminate blurriness from camera shake Effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos Signature Use this option to add your signature to an image Photo Suggest Use this option to view photos taken by other users of ...

Page 93: ...time it takes to open and close the shutter Adjust the shutter speed to capture photos of fast moving subjects or create tracer effects in a photo A slow shutter speed allows more time to let light in so the photo becomes brighter This adds a motion blurring effect to moving objects A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects ...

Page 94: ...alue EV The camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo s composition and the position of a subject If the exposure set by the camera is higher or lower than you expected you can adjust the exposure value manually Tap and then rotate the EV dial to adjust the exposure value Darker Neutral 0 Brighter When taking a photo if the appropriate exposure value ca...

Page 95: ...ropriately adjust your colours for the actual scene Tap aim the lens at a piece of white surface and then press the Shutter button K Use this to manually adjust the colour temperature of the light source Colour temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the specific type of light source You can get a warmer photo with a higher value and a cooler photo with a lower value Tap and ...

Page 96: ...ction Smile shot Aim the camera at a human subject and press the Shutter button When the camera detects a smiling face the camera automatically takes the photo Detecting eye blinking The camera takes three photos of a person in succession and saves a photo in which the person s eyes are open Tap Face detection Blink detection Aim the camera at a human subject and press the Shutter button The camer...

Page 97: ...ature may not function properly in the following conditions When you move the camera to follow a moving subject If the camera is shaking too much When the shutter speed is slow for example when taking photos in low light conditions If the battery power is low When you take close up photos The display may be blurry if the camera is hit or dropped When this happens restart the device ...

Page 98: ...bject may fail in the following conditions The subject is too small The subject moves excessively The subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place Colours or patterns on the subject and the background are the same The subject includes horizontal patterns such as blinds The camera shakes excessively If the camera fails to track the subject the focus area will be reset If the camera fails ...

Page 99: ...he time and date on photos Location tags Attach a GPS location tag to the photo To improve GPS signals avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet To avoid this deactivate the GPS tag setting AF lamp Use this to activate the A...

Page 100: ...ns Take a photo Images and videos Sort images or videos by time album and more 2 Select an image Selecting multiple images When you tap and hold an image appears on the image Then tap images to select more Selecting all images When you tap and hold an image appears on the image Then tick Select all ...

Page 101: ...are registered with Samsung Link Sign in to your Samsung account to view a list of other devices that have content available to view Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to aWi Fi or mobile network Visit link samsung com for more information You may incur additional charges when you access content stored on other devices via the mobile network To avoid additional charges ...

Page 102: ...album Create a new album Re order albums Change the order of albums Content to display Select the images or videos to display Slideshow Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder Studio Edit images or videos in studio mode Settings Change the Gallery settings Help Access help information for Gallery Tagging faces Register the faces in the image as face tags 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps s...

Page 103: ...n such as locations and dates To activateTag buddy on the Apps screen tap Gallery Settings Tag buddy and then drag the Tag buddy switch to the right Select from the following tag options Date Add the time and date The tagged information is based on the date and time currently set on the device Location Add location details to photos that you take Before using this feature activate the GPS feature ...

Page 104: ...an image 3 Edit the image by applying various effects Decorate the image by adding stickers inserting a frame or drawing on the image Correct red eye adjust and retouch faces or make the background blurry Improve the image quality Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image Apply effects to the image Crop rotate or resize the image ...

Page 105: ...eral images together to create a collage 1 Tap Studio on the Apps screen 2 Tap Collage studio 3 Select images to combine and tap Done You can select up to six images 4 Edit the image by applying various effects Change the aspect ratio Shuffle your pictures and use a randomly selected layout and background Adjust the margins or corner roundness Select a layout Select a background ...

Page 106: ...e can be selected 1 Tap Studio on the Apps screen 2 Tap Shot more and then select an image 3 Edit the image by applying various effects Save the best photo Erase moving objects from the background Create the best possible image Create an image that shows motion trails Make the subject appear to be moving quickly 4 Tap The edited image is saved in the Studio folder To open the folder tap Gallery Al...

Page 107: ... 2 Tap Video clip studio 3 Select videos to edit and tap Done You can also select images to create a video 4 Edit the video by applying various effects Save the video clip Adjust the length of the video clip Select background music Play the video clip Change the order of videos or images in the video clip or add more files Discard the video clip Apply effects to the video clip ...

Page 108: ...bum Studio UsingVideo trimmer Trim video segments 1 Tap Studio on the Apps screen 2 Tap Video trimmer and then select a video 3 Move the start bracket to the desired starting point move the end bracket to the desired ending point tap Done End bracket Start bracket Current position 4 Enter a filename and then tap OK to save the video ...

Page 109: ...r the web address or a keyword and then tap Go To search the web by voice tap To view the toolbars drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen Read an article in reading mode Bookmark the current webpage Move to the home page Move to the previously visited page View bookmarked webpages Access additional options Open the webpage window manager Refresh the current webpage View saved pages ...

Page 110: ... then drag it to Delete that appears at the top of the screen Managing the webpage history Tap Internet on the Apps screen Tap History to open a webpage from the list of recently visited webpages To clear the history tap Clear history To delete webpages in the history tap Delete select webpages to delete and then tap Done Chrome Use this app to search for information and browse webpages Tap Chrome...

Page 111: ...th your friends individually or in groups Tap Hangouts on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting ...

Page 112: ...pp may not be available depending on the region or service provider Setting the language Tap Settings Language and then select a language The selected language is applied to SVoice only not to the device s display language Using SVoice When you launch SVoice the device starts voice recognition and the microphone icon turns red Say a voice command If you say a command and the device recognises it t...

Page 113: ... automatically switches to standby mode Tap the microphone icon or say Hi Galaxy to the device to resume voice recognition Changing the wake up command You can change the wake up command from Hi Galaxy The wake up command is used to launch SVoice when the device is in standby mode Tap Settings Voice wake up Set wake up command Correcting unwanted voice commands You can edit the voice commands if t...

Page 114: ...hone Tap to pause recording To cancel recording tap Tap to finish recording While recording a voice memo tap to insert a bookmark Display the list of voice memos Change the recording mode Access additional options Start recording Recording elapsed time To set the device to remove background noise tap Settings and then tick Noise reduction ...

Page 115: ...creen Tap and select a voice memo to play Trim the voice memo Set a portion of the voice memo for looped play Adjust the playback speed Skip a silent portion in the voice memo Insert bookmarks on the voice memo Pause or resume playback Skip to the previous or next voice memo Using the bookmarks list You can mark specific points in a voice memo with bookmarks Each bookmark is marked with a bookmark...

Page 116: ...d the voice memo tap Rename enter the name for the voice memo and then tap OK Managing categories Tap Edit categories enter a category name select a colour and then tap Done To change or assign voice memo categories in the list of voice memos tap and hold the voice memo Then tap Change category and then select the category To filter voice memos by category tap Filter by category and then select th...

Page 117: ...playlist Skip to the next song Tap and hold to move forwards quickly Pause and resume playback Access additional options Change the repeat mode Skip to the previous song Tap and hold to move backwards quickly Turn on shuffle Open the playlist Search for other devices to play the file Set the file as your favourite song Adjust the volume ...

Page 118: ...an hear the beep or No if you cannot Repeat this step for each test until the sound adjustment is finished Then tick Music sound to apply the option when you listen to music When you turn the volume up to level 14 or higher the adapt sound option is not applied to music playback If you turn the volume down to level 13 or lower the option is reapplied Setting a song as ringtone or alarm tone To use...

Page 119: ...ct a device in REGISTERED DEVICES to access and play music You can play the song on the devices that are registered to Samsung link Visit link samsung com for more information Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to aWi Fi or mobile network You may incur additional charges when you access content stored on other devices via the mobile network To avoid additional charges u...

Page 120: ...o player Pause and resume playback Adjust the volume To customise the control panel location during playback tap Settings tick Mini controller and then tap Close Then tap or to move the control panel to either side of the screen This feature is available only in landscape orientation Using the pop up video player Use this feature to use other apps without closing the video player While watching vi...

Page 121: ...nter a filename and then tap OK to save the video To edit videos using a video editor app tap Video Editor Playing videos stored on other devices Search for videos that are stored on other devices and play them on your device Tap Video on the Apps screen Accessing a video on a registered device Tap Devices and select a device in REGISTERED DEVICES to access and play the video You can play the vide...

Page 122: ...to the right Refer to Nearby devices for more settings YouTube Use this app to watch videos from theYouTube website Tap YouTube on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Watching videos Tap and select a category To search for a video by entering a keyword tap Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen Sharing videos Select t...

Page 123: ...ipboard pages and then select an article to read Google Use this app to stay connected with people via Google s social network service Tap Google on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Tap All to change the category and then scroll up or down to view posts from your circles Photos Use this app to manage photos albums and videos that you have sa...

Page 124: ...Music Use this app to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service Tap Play Music on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Play Newsstand Use this app to read the latest news articles Tap Play Newsstand on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider ...

Page 125: ...is reduced by restricting some features You can also sound alarms and send your location information to others in a message Activating emergency mode Press and hold the Power button and then tap Emergency mode Alternatively on the Apps screen tap Settings Safety assistance Emergency mode and then drag the Emergency mode switch to the right You may incur additional charges for sending messages or u...

Page 126: ...ccess additional options The estimated maximum standby time shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out if the device is not used Standby time may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions Deactivating emergency mode To deactivate emergency mode press and hold the Power button and then tap Emergency mode Alternatively tap Disable Emergency mode Emergency mode i...

Page 127: ... Tap Create new contact and enter contact information or tap Select from contacts to add an existing contact as a primary contact Setting help messages On the Apps screen tap Settings Safety assistance Send help messages drag the Send help messages switch to the right and then select content to include in help messages Sending help messages In an emergency situation quickly press the Power button ...

Page 128: ...eather conditions and the regions and languages that the information is available in visit www samsung com geonews You may incur additional charges if you receive notifications from a weather forecasting service while you are roaming This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Receiving notifications On the Apps screen tap Settings Safety assistance Geo News and t...

Page 129: ...ocation and information about severe weather conditions in your region in the Geo News widget On the Home screen scroll left and tap the Geo News widget Current location Information about severe weather conditions for your current location Access additional options ...

Page 130: ...tap and say a keyword To get more refined results tap and apply filters under the search field To update the list of search results tap Refresh You can set the search parameters using the available filters or select search categories Tap Settings Select filters or Select search category Managing the search history To delete the history tap Settings Delete history To set the device not to save the ...

Page 131: ...additional options Create events or tasks Change view mode Go to today s date Tap and use the following Go to Move to a specific date Delete Delete events or tasks Search Search for events or tasks Calendars Select the calendars to display Sync Sync events and tasks with your accounts Settings Change settings for S Planner ...

Page 132: ...tap 3 Select either event or task and enter details Add event Set a start and end date for an event You can set an optional repeat setting Add task Add a task to do on a specific date You can set an optional priority setting Enter a title Attach a map showing the location of the event Add more details Select a calendar to use or sync with Select an item Set a start and end date for the event 4 Tap...

Page 133: ...nge an account s syncing option on the Apps screen tap Settings Accounts and then select an account service Deleting events or tasks Tap S Planner on the Apps screen To delete events or tasks tap Delete select the events or tasks and then tap Done OK To delete an event or task while viewing it tap OK To mark tasks as completed tap a date that has tasks in it and tick completed tasks Sharing events...

Page 134: ...the days on which the alarm will repeat set other various alarm options and then tap Save To activate or deactivate alarms tap next to the alarm in the alarms list Snooze Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time Smart alarm Set a time and tone for the smart alarm A smart alarm starts at a low volume a few minutes before a preset alarm is scheduled to so...

Page 135: ...st To apply summer time tap and hold a clock and then tap Deleting clocks Tap Delete select clocks and then tap Done Stopwatch On the Apps screen tap Clock Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event Tap Lap to record lap times Tap Stop to stop timing To clear lap times tap Reset Timer On the Apps screen tap Clock Timer Set the duration and then tap Start Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes...

Page 136: ...the Dropbox cloud storage When you save files to Dropbox your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other devices that have Dropbox installed This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider 1 Tap Dropbox on the Apps screen 2 Sign in to your Dropbox account If you do not have it create a Dropbox account 3 Tap Turn on Camera Upload The device uploads photos...

Page 137: ...e Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Searching the device Tap the search field and then enter a keyword Alternatively tap and then say a keyword Google Now View Google Now cards that show the current weather public transit info your next appointment and more when you are most likely to need it Join Google Now when you launch Google for the first t...

Page 138: ...en When you launch this widget for the first time tap Set PIN at the bottom of the screen Then follow the on screen instructions If the Kids Mode widget is accidentally uninstalled you can reinstall it On the Home screen tap and hold an empty area tap Widgets tap and hold the Kids Mode widget Drag the widget to the Home screen and tap Kids Mode to reinstall it Kids mode home screen The Home screen...

Page 139: ...ce to the app Refer to Parental control for details Use this app to create a drawing with a pen a brush and more Use this app to view saved images drawings voice recordings and media files that you allow your child to access Use this app to record or play voice recordings Use this app to take photos or videos ...

Page 140: ...teract with characters background objects and more Parental control Use this feature to set restrictions for kids mode to control access to content and apps You can change kids mode settings usage time limits and more On the Home screen tap and enter the PIN To exit parental control press the Home button ...

Page 141: ...Configure kids mode settings Kids Store Download apps for kids from Samsung Apps Maps Use this app to pinpoint the location of the device search for places or get directions Tap Maps on the Apps screen This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Searching for locations Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword Once the location is found select a locatio...

Page 142: ...name a category tap and hold a category name enter a new name for the category and then tap OK To change the category order tap next to a category and drag it up or down to another position Composing memos Tap on the memos list and enter a memo While composing a memo use the following options Create or set a category Insert images Make a voice recording to insert To save the memo tap Save To edit ...

Page 143: ...g files Tap My Files on the Apps screen Select a folder to open it To go up a level in the directory tap To return to the My Files main screen tap Select a folder tap and then use one of the following options Select Select files or folders Delete Delete files or folders Create folder Create a folder View as Change the view mode Sort by Sort files or folders Add shortcut Add a shortcut to the folde...

Page 144: ... screen Zip Compress files or folders to create a zip file Details View file or folder details Searching for files or folders Tap My Files on the Apps screen Tap and then enter search criteria to search for Viewing storage information Tap My Files on the Apps screen Tap to view memory information for your device and memory card Adding FTP server shortcuts to the device Add an FTP server shortcut t...

Page 145: ...s after downloading the required apps The battery contains a built in NFC antenna Handle the battery carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna Before using this feature Check the location of the NFC antennas on your device and the other device Ensure that the NFC feature is activated on your device and the devices you want to connect to Ensure that the device s screen is unlocked Otherwise the d...

Page 146: ...then drag the NFC switch to the right Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag The information from the tag will appear Making a purchase with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments you must register for the mobile payment service To register or get details about the service contact your service provider On the Apps screen tap Settings NFC ...

Page 147: ... devices over short distances Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices Samsung is not responsible for the loss interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth 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 ...

Page 148: ...re listed To set the device as visible to other devices tap the device name 2 Select a device to pair with If your device has paired with the device before tap the device name without confirming the auto generated passkey 3 Accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on both devices to confirm Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth You can share data such as contac...

Page 149: ...ible to other devices 4 Accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device Receiving an image When another device sends you an image accept the Bluetooth authorisation request The received image is saved in the Gallery Download folder Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 On the Apps screen tap Settings Bluetooth The device displays the paired devices on the list 2 Tap next to the device s nam...

Page 150: ...drag the NFC switch to the right 2 Tap S Beam and drag the S Beam switch to the right 3 Select a file and touch the other device s NFC antenna to your device s NFC antenna 4 When Touch to beam appears on the screen tap your device s screen to send the file Do not send copyright protected data via S Beam Doing so may violate copyright laws Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by th...

Page 151: ...uick Connect feature and that their screens are turned on Ensure thatWi Fi Direct or the Bluetooth feature is activated on devices that do not support the Quick Connect feature Connecting to other devices 1 Open the notifications panel and tap Quick Connect When the panel opens the Bluetooth feature is activated automatically and the device searches for nearby devices 2 Select a device to connect ...

Page 152: ...Disconnecting devices To deactivate the Quick Connect feature tap at the top of the screen Alternatively tap Sharing content Share content with the connected devices 1 Open the notifications panel and tap Quick Connect 2 Select a device from the list of detected devices 3 Select a media category 4 Select the content to share and tap Done Your device sends the content to the connected device ...

Page 153: ...new session Install the Group Play app on both devices You can download the app from Samsung Apps or Play Store 1 Open the notifications panel and tap Quick Connect 2 Tap Join from the list of detected devices Only devices that support Group Play sessions appear on the list 3 Select a Group Play session to join 4 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the connection between the devices ...

Page 154: ...e same network Ensure that all computers that the device will connect to are registered with the Samsung Link app Install the Samsung Link app on both devices You can download the app from Samsung Apps or Play Store 1 Open the notifications panel and tap Quick Connect 2 Tap Connect from the list of detected devices Only available computers appear on the list 3 Select a computer to connect to 4 Fol...

Page 155: ... Fi Miracast devices This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Miracast enabled devices that do not support High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP 2 X may not be compatible with this feature Some files may be buffered during playback depending on the network connection To save energy deactivate this feature when not in use If you specify aWi Fi frequency...

Page 156: ...onnected via an AllShare Cast dongle 1 On theTV select a connection mode such as HDMI mode to connect an external device 2 On the Apps screen tap Settings Screen Mirroring The detected devices are listed 3 Select a device to connect to Your device s screen appears on theTV screen If you connect the device for the first time tap and hold the dongle s name on the list and enter the PIN shown on theT...

Page 157: ...to a printer On the Apps screen tap Settings Printing select a printer type and then drag the switch at the top right of the screen to the right The device searches for printers that are connected to the sameWi Fi network as your device Select a printer to use as the default printer To add printers manually tap Add printer enter details and then tap OK To change printing settings tap Printing sett...

Page 158: ...st Samsung Kies from the Samsung website Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box if any Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on how to upgrade Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device ...

Page 159: ...ice on the connected computer After you finish playing the file disconnect the device from the computer The devices may not connect properly if they are connected via a USB hub Directly connect the device to the computer s USB port Connecting as a media device 1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable 2 Open the notifications panel and then tap Connected as a media device Media devi...

Page 160: ...to the Samsung Kies help for more information Backing up and restoring data Keep your personal information app data and settings safe on your device You can back up your sensitive information to a backup account and access it later Using a Google account 1 Tap Settings on the Apps screen 2 Tap Backup and reset and tick Back up my data 3 Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup accoun...

Page 161: ...up now Back up To restore data tap Restore select the items to restore and then tap Restore now Performing a data reset Delete all settings and data on the device Before performing a factory data reset ensure you back up all important data stored on the device Refer to Backing up and restoring data for details 1 Tap Settings on the Apps screen 2 Tap Backup and reset Factory data reset 3 Tap Reset ...

Page 162: ...options tap Edit quick settings select a settings option and then tap Save NETWORK CONNECTIONS Wi Fi Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices On the Settings screen tap Wi Fi and then drag the Wi Fi switch to the right You can maintain a stable network connection by automatically selecting either theWi Fi or mobile network to use the s...

Page 163: ...i on during sleep When the screen is turned off the device automatically turns offWi Fi connections When this happens the device automatically accesses mobile networks if it is set to use them This may incur data transfer fees To avoid additional charges set this option to Always Setting Network notification The device can detect openWi Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify w...

Page 164: ...nd using mobile hotspots for details On the Settings screen tap Tethering and Mobile hotspot Mobile hotspot Use the mobile hotspot to share the device s mobile data connection with computers or other devices through theWi Fi network You can use this feature when the network connection is not available USB tethering Use USB tethering to share the device s mobile data connection with a computer via ...

Page 165: ...tivate auto syncing of apps You can select what information to sync for each account in Settings Accounts ShowWi Fi usage Set the device to show your data usage viaWi Fi Mobile hotspots Select mobile hotspots to prevent apps that are running in the background from using them Location Change settings for location information permissions On the Settings screen tap Location and then drag the Location...

Page 166: ...le networks Mobile data Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network Data roaming Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming Access Point Names Set up access point names APNs Network mode Select a network type Network operators Search for available networks and select a network for roaming VPN Set up and connect to virtual private networks VPNs ...

Page 167: ...On the Settings screen tap Nearby devices and then drag the Nearby devices switch to the right DEVICE NAME View the media server name for your device Shared contents Set the device to share your content with other devices Allowed devices View the list of devices that can access your device Denied devices View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your device Download to Select a memo...

Page 168: ...on pattern Notifications Select a ringtone for events such as incoming messages and missed calls Vibrate when ringing Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls Dialling keypad tone Set the device to sound when you tap the buttons on the keypad Touch sounds Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on the touch screen Screen lock sound Set the device to sound w...

Page 169: ...cording to the orientation of your face Smart stay Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display Screen timeout Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display s backlight Auto adjust screen tone Set the device to save power by adjusting the brightness of the display Daydream Set the device to launch a screensaver when ...

Page 170: ... screen lock feature The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected Dual clock Set the device to show the dual clock Clock size Change the size of the clock Show date Set the device to show the date with the clock Camera shortcut Set the device to show the camera shortcut on the locked screen Owner information Enter your information that is shown with the clock Unlock...

Page 171: ...he device to display a list of recommended apps on the notifications panel based on your actions such as connecting a headset to the device Set quick setting buttons Rearrange the quick setting buttons displayed on the notifications panel Toolbox Set the device to use the toolbox On the Settings screen tap Toolbox and then drag the Toolbox switch to the right APPLICATIONS View the apps list to dis...

Page 172: ...pply simpler layouts Accessibility You can use this feature to access settings to improve accessibility to the device Refer to Accessibility for details On the Settings screen tap Accessibility Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode On the Settings screen tap Blocking mode and then drag the Blocking ...

Page 173: ...p the device Mute Pause Set the device to mute incoming calls or alarms or to pause media playback by using palm motions or looking away from the screen Covering screen with hand Set the device to mute incoming calls or alarms or to pause media playback when you cover the screen with your palm Turning device over Set the device to mute incoming calls or alarms or to pause media playback by placing...

Page 174: ...and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data On the Settings screen tap Backup and reset Back up my data Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server Backup account Set up or edit your Google backup account Automatic restore Set the device to restore settings and app data when the apps are reinstalled on the device Factory data reset Reset settings to the fa...

Page 175: ...rd layout Select input languages Select languages for text input Predictive text Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and show word suggestions You can also customise the word prediction settings Auto replacement Set the device to correct misspelled and incomplete words by tapping the space bar or punctuation mark Auto capitalisation Set the device to automatically ca...

Page 176: ... time for tapping and holding the screen Reset settings Reset Samsung keyboard settings Google voice typing To change the voice input settings tap Choose input languages Select input languages for text input Block offensive words Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs Offline speech recognition Download and install language data for offline voice inpu...

Page 177: ...t to speech feature Listen to an example Listen to the spoken text for an example Default language status View the status of the default language for the text to speech feature Notification readout Set the device to read aloud notifications when you have incoming calls messages or events Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device Date and time Access ...

Page 178: ...ergency mode and reduce battery consumption by using basic functions such as calling Geo News Set the device to receive notifications for severe weather conditions This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Send help messages Set the device to send help messages by pressing the Power button three times Send sound recording Set the device to record sound and send ...

Page 179: ... various options such as turning off the Recent apps and Back buttons backlight Ultra power saving mode Extend standby time and reduce battery consumption by displaying a simpler layout and allowing limited access to an app The estimated maximum standby time shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out if the device is not used Standby time may vary depending on your device settings ...

Page 180: ...ntrols Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet To use this feature you must sign in to your Samsung account ACCOUNT REGISTRATION Add or view your Samsung account Use wireless networks Set the device to allow location data collection or to determine the location of your lost or stolen device viaWi Fi or mobile network SIM change alert Activate or deac...

Page 181: ...viour before installing them Storage type Set a storage type for credential files Trusted credentials Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various apps Install from device storage Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage Clear credentials Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password Help Access help information to learn how to use the dev...

Page 182: ...ise the settings for calling features On the Settings screen tap Call Call rejection Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically Add phone numbers to the reject list Answering and ending calls Pressing the home key Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button Using voice commands Set the device to answer or reject a call with voice commands Pressing the power key Set ...

Page 183: ... other party ends a call Call connect tone Activate or deactivate the call connection tone Minute minder Activate or deactivate the minute minder tone Call end tone Activate or deactivate the call disconnection tone Notify during calls Set the device to alert you to events during a call Call accessories Automatic answering Set the device to answer a call automatically after a specified period avai...

Page 184: ...or select a vibration pattern Vibrate when ringing Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls Dialling keypad tone Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad Personalise call sound Select a type of call sound to use with a headset Noise reduction Set the device to remove background noise so that the other party can hear you more clearly Hide my video Selec...

Page 185: ...lay contacts by Select an option for displaying contact names Send contact information Select a method to share contacts Accounts Add or edit the account to sync contacts with Email Change settings for managing and sending emails On the Settings screen tap Email Manage accounts Manage existing email accounts or add new accounts Display Change the settings for displaying emails Default display Set ...

Page 186: ...en tap Internet Account Sign in to a Samsung account Set homepage Set a default home page Autofill forms Set the device to automatically enter user information such as names or phone numbers when you fill out forms on webpages Privacy Manage personal data when visiting webpages Screen and text Change the settings adjust the font size and more when viewing webpages Content settings Change the setti...

Page 187: ...nders list Push messages Set an interval for pop up notifications that alert you to new messages Cell broadcast Set the device to receive cell broadcast messages Notifications Set the device to alert you to new messages Signature Set the device to display your signature on the message Spam filter Set the device to block messages from specific numbers or that contain certain words Delay message sen...

Page 188: ...et the calendar to use your home time zone or a selected time zone Select alert type Select the notification settings for events Notification sound Select a ringtone for events or tasks Vibration Set the device to vibrate to alert you to events or tasks Quick responses Create templates for sending messages to event participants SVoice Change settings for the voice recognition On the Settings scree...

Page 189: ...efing Set the device to display events saved in S Planner while you use S Voice Erase SVoice data Delete the data used by SVoice from the SVoice server Home address Enter your home address to use location information with the voice command feature Log in to Facebook Enter your Facebook account information to use Facebook with S Voice Sign in toTwitter Enter yourTwitter account information to useTw...

Page 190: ...ize Magnifying the screen Notification reminders Turning off all sounds Adjusting the sound balance Mono audio mode Customising caption settings Auto haptic Assistive menus Smart scroll feature Setting tap and hold delay options Interaction control mode Changing the method for answering or ending calls Single tap mode Configuring accessibility settings To use accessibility menus on the Apps screen...

Page 191: ... which menu to use each time you press the Home button three times quickly To enable Interaction control on the accessibility menus activate the feature On the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Dexterity and interaction Interaction control and then drag the Interaction control switch to the right TalkBack Activating or deactivatingTalkBack When you activateTalkBack the device reads aloud the ...

Page 192: ... Controlling the screen with finger gestures You can use various finger gestures to control the screen while you are usingTalkBack If Explore by touch is deactivated the device cannot perform some of the features that require finger gestures To activate Explore by touch on the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Vision TalkBack Settings and then tick Explore by touch Exploring the screen Place ...

Page 193: ...form actions such as returning to the previous screen opening the Home screen and more Configure finger gestures before using them Configuring settings for vertical gestures You can use two part vertical gestures by dragging your finger upwards and downwards from the bottom of the screen or vice versa On the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Vision TalkBack Settings Manage gestures Two part v...

Page 194: ...d from top Spell last utterance and Read from next item Then explore menus by drawing a circle with your finger without releasing it When you find the menu you want release your finger from the menu to select it Tap Pause feedback at the top left of the screen to pause voice feedback Tap TalkBack Settings at the top right of the screen to access theTalkBack settings Refer to Configuring settings f...

Page 195: ...you want To change the shortcut gesture to open the local contextual menu refer to Configuring settings for shortcut gestures Changing reading units using two part vertical gestures When you drag your finger upwards and then downwards on the screen the reading unit changes The reading unit changes to page paragraph line word character and then default When you drag your finger downwards and then u...

Page 196: ...dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it Tap and hold the screen and draw a circle around the menu with your finger to explore the menus Then release your finger when you hear Quick navigation Tap the screen again and draw a circle around the menu with your finger to explore the menus Then release your finger when you hear the menu you want Adding and...

Page 197: ... Use pitch changes Set the device to read aloud text at a low pitch when it is entered using a keyboard Keyboard echo Set the device to read aloud text or symbols entered using a keyboard You can also set the type of keyboard to apply this feature to Speak when screen is off Set the device to provide voice feedback when the screen is turned off Use proximity sensor Set the device to pause voice fe...

Page 198: ...re information Automatically scroll lists Set the device to automatically scroll through the rest of the list not displayed on the screen and read the items aloud Single tap selection Set the device to open the selected item by tapping it once Launch Explore by touch tutorial View the tutorial about using the Explore by touch feature Manage gestures Assign actions to perform using finger gestures ...

Page 199: ...to an example Listen to the spoken text for an example If the device cannot read examples aloud tap Install voice data to download and install voice data for the text to speech feature Default language status View the status of the current language set for the text to speech feature Entering text using the keyboard To display the keyboard tap the text input field and then tap anywhere on the scree...

Page 200: ...reen and draw a circle around the menu with your finger to explore the menu Then release your finger when you hear Change granularity Tap the screen again and draw a circle around the menu to explore the menus Then release your finger when you hear the reading unit you want When you edit text set the reading unit to either word or character for your convenience In selection mode the device selects...

Page 201: ...he keyboard options Drag your finger on the screen without releasing it When is selected release your finger Then say the words that you want to enter in the text field The spoken words appear as text on the screen and the device reads them aloud To enter additional text select the microphone button and say the words Changing the input language While entering text by voice select English UK and se...

Page 202: ...e colour and pattern information of objects when you take photos The device identifies items such as commonly used colours and patterns This mode helps visually impaired users to select the colours or patterns they want Capture the object within the device viewfinder and select The device takes a photo and identifies the object s colour and pattern When the device finishes identifying the object i...

Page 203: ...n Then spread two fingers apart or pinch them together to adjust the ratio Keyboards on the screen cannot be magnified When this feature is activated the performance of some apps such as Phone and Calculator may be affected Setting notification reminders Use this feature to alert you to notifications that you have not checked at the interval On the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Vision Not...

Page 204: ... subtitle text Font Adjust the transparency and change the colour of the text Background Adjust the transparency and change the colour of the caption box background Caption window Adjust the transparency and change the colour of the caption window Google caption On the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Hearing Google subtitles CC and then drag the Google subtitles CC switch to the right Use t...

Page 205: ...nce and then tap Set Using mono audio Set the device to enable mono sound when you listen to audio with one earbud You can use this mode if you have hearing impairments or in situations when a single earbud is more convenient On the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Hearing and then tick Mono audio Using auto haptic Set the device to vibrate when playing sounds in downloaded apps such as game...

Page 206: ...tings Accessibility Dexterity and interaction Assistant menu 2 Drag the Assistant menu switch to the right The assistive shortcut icon appears at the bottom right of the screen 3 Tap Dominant hand to move the assistive shortcut icon to a convenient location Accessing assistive menus The assistive shortcut icon appears as a floating icon to provide easy access to the assistive menus from any screen...

Page 207: ...Dexterity and interaction Assistant menu drag the Assistant menu switch to the right and then use options under TOUCHPAD AND CURSOR SETTINGS Using enhanced assistive menus Set the device to display enhanced assistive menus for selected apps For example when you launch Messages searching and composing functions appear on the assistive menu On the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Dexterity and...

Page 208: ... device to scroll the screen up or down when you tilt your head upwards or downwards Tilting device Set the device to scroll the screen up or down when you tilt the device forwards or backwards Scroll Speed Adjust the speed for scrolling the screen Visual feedback display Set the device to display a visual feedback icon when the device recognises your action Setting tap and hold delay options Set ...

Page 209: ...raw a line around an area that you want to restrict 5 Tap Done The device displays the restricted area If you tap the screen or press buttons such as the Home button they will not work in this area To deactivate interaction control mode press and hold the Home button and theVolume button down simultaneously Answering or ending calls Set the method for answering or ending calls On the Apps screen t...

Page 210: ...t option and then tap OK The accessibility settings file is saved to the selected storage location Importing an accessibility settings file Import an accessibility settings file and update the current settings On the Apps screen tap Settings Accessibility Manage accessibility Import Export and then select an import option Select a file to import and tap Done OK The accessibility settings will be u...

Page 211: ...anel Drag the status bar downwards to open the notifications panel You can view missed calls new messages adjust screen brightness and more Refer to Notifications and quick setting panels for details Switching to easy mode Easy mode uses a simpler layout and large icons to provide an easy user experience You can add frequently used apps or shortcuts to the Home screen for easier access Refer to Sw...

Page 212: ...e flash Turn the flash off or avoid taking photos in a dusty place Adjust the ISO sensitivity Photos are blurred Blurring can occur if you take photos in low light conditions or hold the device incorrectly Half press the Shutter button to ensure the subject is focused Set the image stabiliser option Photos are blurred when shooting at night As the camera tries to let in more light the shutter spee...

Page 213: ... Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery for details Charge the battery When you cannot take photos or videos Your storage may be full Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory card Format the memory card The memory card may be defective Purchase a new card Ensure that the device is turned on Charge the battery Ensure that the battery is inserted Refer to Installing the SIM or USIM card ...

Page 214: ...device PIN When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card You can 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 r...

Page 215: ...nditions or when exposed to water Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version If the touch screen is scratched or damaged visit a Samsung Service Centre Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs you may need to close apps or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionali...

Page 216: ...ed Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing theVolume button or move to another area A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or 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 You may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provide...

Page 217: ... as games or the Internet The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time Your device is hot to the touch When you use apps that require more power or use apps 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 d...

Page 218: ... are supported by the device If a file format is not supported such as DivX or AC3 install an app that supports it To confirm the file formats that your device supports visit www samsung com Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network servi...

Page 219: ... cannot find your current location GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations such as indoors Set the device to useWi Fi or a mobile network to find your current location in these situations Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device Otherwise you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost Samsung is not responsible for the...

Page 220: ...a soft cloth If any dust remains apply lens cleaning liquid to a lens cleaning paper and wipe gently Never use benzene thinners or alcohol to clean the device These solutions can damage the device or cause it to malfunction Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover ...

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