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Basics

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Device layout and functions

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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USB cable

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Earphone

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USB power adaptor

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Quick start guide

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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary 
depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible 
with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make 
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause 
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on 
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer 
to the Samsung website.

Summary of Contents for SM-J510MN

Page 1: ...www samsung com User Manual English LTN 09 2017 Rev 1 0 SM J510MN SM J510MN DS SM J710MN SM J710MN DS...

Page 2: ...25 Samsung account 26 Transferring data from your previous device 30 Understanding the screen 38 Notification panel 40 Entering text Apps and features 43 Installing or uninstalling apps 45 Phone 50 Co...

Page 3: ...card manager dual SIM models 104 More connection settings 106 Sounds and vibration 107 Notifications 107 Display 108 Wallpapers and themes 108 Advanced features 109 Device maintenance 112 Apps 112 Loc...

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: ...become hot During wireless charging or fast charging the device may feel hotter to the touch This does not affect the device s lifespan or performance and is in the device s normal range of operation...

Page 6: ...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 7: ...ntinues to overheat contact a Samsung Service Center Device limitations when the device overheats When the device heats up the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to coo...

Page 8: ...ery cold or very hot temperatures Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas such as inside a car in the s...

Page 9: ...ith other 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...

Page 10: ...ont camera Microphone Back key Flash Proximity sensor Receiver Power key Multipurpose jack Headset jack Touchscreen Recents key Home key Volume key Back cover Rear camera Loud speaker Main antenna NFC...

Page 11: ...the proximity sensor area with screen accessories such as a screen protector or stickers Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen The touchscreen may...

Page 12: ...r 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 2 Insert the battery with the battery s gold co...

Page 13: ...Basics 13 3 Replace the back cover Removing the battery 1 Remove the back cover 2 Pull out the battery...

Page 14: ...gy unplug the charger when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power The charger should remain...

Page 15: ...ltiple apps at once network apps or apps that need a connection to another device the battery will drain quickly To avoid losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging...

Page 16: ...inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted Use only a microSIM card Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconve...

Page 17: ...l SIM models Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold colored contacts facing downwards Insert the primary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 1 1 and the secondary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slo...

Page 18: ...t If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot take the device to a Samsung Service Center to remove the memory card 3 Replace the battery and back cover Removing the SIM or USIM card 1...

Page 19: ...Launch the Settings app tap Connections SIM card manager and then select a SIM or USIM card to access the following options Icon Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card Name Change the display name of...

Page 20: ...emory 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 will ask to reformat the card or...

Page 21: ...so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or device Samsung is not responsible for losses including loss of data resulting from the misuse of external storage d...

Page 22: ...of wireless devices is restricted such as airplanes and hospitals Emergency mode You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption Some apps and functions will be restricted I...

Page 23: ...2 Select your preferred device language Select a language 3 Select aWi Fi network and connect to it If you do not connect to aWi Fi network you may not be able to set up some device features during t...

Page 24: ...nt You can enjoy Samsung services and keep your data up to date and secure across all of your devices Refer to Samsung account for more information 7 Select features you want to use and complete the i...

Page 25: ...ices that can be used with your Samsung account visit account samsung com For more information on Samsung accounts launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts Accounts Samsung account Help Regi...

Page 26: ...s contacts or events will also be removed 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts Accounts 2 Tap Samsung account Remove account 3 Tap OK enter your Samsung account password and then tap R...

Page 27: ...revious device to your device wirelessly viaWi Fi Direct 1 On both devices download and install Smart Switch from Galaxy Apps or Play Store 2 Place the devices near each other 3 Launch Smart Switch on...

Page 28: ...2 On the computer launch Smart Switch If your previous device is not a Samsung device back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device s manufacturer Then skip to the fifth step 3 Co...

Page 29: ...r data If your device supports Samsung Cloud launch the Settings app tap Cloud and accounts Samsung Cloud Backup settings and then back up your data The data backup method may vary depending on your m...

Page 30: ...ply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips The device may not recognize touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the touch input area Leaving the touchscreen idle for...

Page 31: ...p and hold an item and drag it to the target position Double tapping Double tap the screen Swiping Swipe upwards downwards to the left or to the right Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart o...

Page 32: ...e s features It displays widgets shortcuts to apps and more The Apps screen displays icons for all apps including newly installed apps The screen may appear differently depending on the region or serv...

Page 33: ...ing items Tap and hold an item and then drag it to a new location To move the item to another panel drag it to the side of the screen To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen tap and hold an ite...

Page 34: ...new folder containing the selected apps will be created Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name Adding more apps Tap ADD APPS on the folder Tick the apps to add and tap ADD You can also add an...

Page 35: ...ets Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen Tap and hold a widget and then drag it to the Home screen The widget will...

Page 36: ...ming outside of normal service area Preferred SIM or USIM card for calls dual SIM models GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA network conne...

Page 37: ...ur personal information by preventing others from accessing your device After setting the screen lock method the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it Swipe Swipe in any direction o...

Page 38: ...some apps and features Notification 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...

Page 39: ...d feature preferences Tap to access the SIM card manager dual SIM models Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features Swipe downwards on the notification panel to...

Page 40: ...tap it twice Change the keyboard settings Enter a space Changing the input language Tap Languages and types MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES and then select the languages to use When you select two or more lan...

Page 41: ...e voice input settings Start or pause entering text by voice Enter emoticons Change the keyboard for one handed operation Change the keyboard settings Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text 2 Dr...

Page 42: ...drag or to select the desired text 2 Tap Dictionary on the options list If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device tap Move to Manage dictionaries next to a dictionary to download it 3 View th...

Page 43: ...ownload free 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 Settings Auto update apps and...

Page 44: ...may need permission to access or use information on your device When you open an app a pop up window may appear and request access to certain features or information Tap ALLOW on the pop up window to...

Page 45: ...er a phone number If the keypad does not appear on the screen tap to open the keypad 2 Tap to make a voice call or tap to make a video call For dual SIM models tap or to make a voice call Add the numb...

Page 46: ...add a phone number To make a call tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad For speed dial numbers 10 and up tap the first digit s of the number and then tap and hold the last digit For example i...

Page 47: ...r Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls Alternatively launch the Phone app and tap RECENTS to view missed calls Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to...

Page 48: ...e When using the speakerphone keep the device away from your ears Keypad Hide Open or close the keypad Mute Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you End the current call During...

Page 49: ...n 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 list 1...

Page 50: ...1 Launch the Contacts app tap and then select a storage location 2 Enter contact information Select a storage location Add an image Open more information fields Scan contact information from a busine...

Page 51: ...s your Samsung account Launch the Settings app tap Cloud and accounts Accounts select an account name select the account to sync with and then tap Contacts Samsung account or Sync Contacts Searching f...

Page 52: ...service provider The profile sharing feature is only available for contacts who have activated the profile sharing feature on their device 1 Launch the Contacts app and select your profile 2 Tap EDIT...

Page 53: ...ntacts Merge contacts 2 Tick contacts and tap MERGE Deleting contacts 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Delete 2 Select contacts and tap DELETE To delete contacts one by one open the contacts list and...

Page 54: ...the message For dual SIM models tap or to send the message Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are r...

Page 55: ...hen tap the switch to activate it 2 Change the notification settings Notification sound Change the notification sound Vibrate when sound plays Set the device to vibrate when you receive messages Pop u...

Page 56: ...der and launch the Internet app 2 Tap the address field 3 Enter the web address or a keyword and then tap Go To view the toolbars drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen Bookmark the current...

Page 57: ...ET MODE If you are using this feature for the first time set whether to use a password for secret mode In secret mode you cannot use some features such as screen capture In secret mode the device will...

Page 58: ...t tap Add account If you have more than one email account you can set one as the default account Tap Set default account Sending emails 1 Tap to compose an email 2 Add recipients and enter an email te...

Page 59: ...s in places where you may violate other people s privacy Launching Camera Use the following methods to launch Camera Launch the Camera app On the locked screen drag outside the circle Some methods may...

Page 60: ...switch between cameras or apply filter effects Switching cameras On the preview screen swipe upwards or downwards to switch between cameras Front camera preview Rear camera preview Changing shooting m...

Page 61: ...o the left to open the list of filter effects You can apply a unique effect to your photos or videos After selecting a filter tap the preview screen and take a photo or record a video This feature is...

Page 62: ...ust the brightness of photos or videos tap the screen When the adjustment bar appears drag on the adjustment bar towards or To capture an image from the video while recording tap To change the focus w...

Page 63: ...the exposure value ISO sensitivity and white balance manually while taking photos Panorama Create a panorama by taking consecutive photos in either a horizontal or vertical direction Continuous shot...

Page 64: ...ize the settings and then tap to take a photo Available options Change the exposure value This determines how much light the camera s sensor receives For low light situations use a higher exposure Sel...

Page 65: ...If the preview image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the device the device will automatically stop taking photos Avoid taking photos of indistinct backgrounds such as an empty sky or a p...

Page 66: ...ay not be supported by some devices Without effect With effect Night Take a photo in low light conditions without using the flash On the shooting modes list tap Night This feature may not be supported...

Page 67: ...for self portraits 2 On the shooting modes list tap Selfie 3 Face the front camera lens 4 When the device detects your face show your palm to the front camera After recognizing your palm a countdown...

Page 68: ...slimmer Large Eyes Make your eyes appear bigger Wide selfie Take a wide self portrait and include as many people in the photo as possible to avoid leaving people out 1 On the preview screen swipe upwa...

Page 69: ...uick settings On the preview screen use the following quick settings The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used Select a metering method This determin...

Page 70: ...eos but they will take up more memory Save pictures as previewed Invert the image to create a mirror image of the original scene when taking photos with the front camera Shooting methods Select shooti...

Page 71: ...screen This feature is available only in Auto and Selfie modes Volume key function Set the device to use theVolume key to control the shutter or zoom in or out Reset settings Reset the camera setting...

Page 72: ...the image Modify the image View image details You can create a GIF animation or collage from multiple images Tap Animate or Collage and then select images You can select up to six images for your col...

Page 73: ...ur finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness or drag your finger up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume Viewing albums You ca...

Page 74: ...es with your contacts 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap STORIES 2 Select a story to share 3 Tap INVITE select contacts and then tap DONE When your contacts accept the share request the story will be sh...

Page 75: ...unt to use Samsung Cloud Refer to Samsung account for more information Launch the Gallery app tap Settings and then tap the Samsung Cloud switch to activate it Images and videos captured on the device...

Page 76: ...up view Some apps may not support this feature Split screen view 1 Tap to open the list of recently used apps 2 Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window The selected app will launch i...

Page 77: ...he app windows to access additional options Adjusting the window size Drag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows When you drag the bar between the app windows to...

Page 78: ...window will remain active in the minimized split screen view To close the minimized split screen view open the notification panel and tap the icon on the Multi window notification Sharing text or ima...

Page 79: ...list of recently used apps 2 Swipe upwards or downwards tap and hold an app window and then drag it to Drop here for pop up view The app screen will appear in the pop up view Minimize the window Close...

Page 80: ...d tap or double tap a date If the date already has saved events or tasks in it tap the date and tap 2 Enter event details Select a calendar to use or sync with Attach a map showing the location of the...

Page 81: ...ge calendars Add account Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added it will appear on the list Samsung Health Introduction Samsung Health helps you manage your wellness a...

Page 82: ...t be available depending on the region View and manage trackers Compare your step count records with other Samsung Health users or compete with your friends Set your daily goals and track your progres...

Page 83: ...Steps The device counts the number of steps you take and measures the distance traveled On the Samsung Health screen tap the steps tracker Target Current step total You may experience a brief delay w...

Page 84: ...ormation may be stored until the completion of such purposes You can delete personal data stored by Samsung Health by using the Reset data option in the Settings menu To delete any data you have share...

Page 85: ...os 1 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Voice Recorder app 2 Tap to start recording Speak into the microphone Tap to pause recording While making a voice recording tap BOOKMARK to insert a bookmar...

Page 86: ...ory Launch the Memo app Composing memos Tap on the memos list and enter a memo While composing a memo use the following options Category Create or set a category Tasks Add tick boxes at the beginning...

Page 87: ...rm 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 enabled the sn...

Page 88: ...tion 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 Perform simple or complex calculations Launch the Calcula...

Page 89: ...the Apps screen depending on the region or service provider Tap to turn on the FM radio Select the radio station you want from the stations list View the list of available stations Access additional...

Page 90: ...ly Select the radio station you want from the stations list Game Launcher Introduction Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps into one place for easy access You ca...

Page 91: ...ch the Game Launcher app 3 Tap a game from the games list Games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps will be automatically shown on the game launcher screen If you cannot see your games tap Add...

Page 92: ...fication panel and tap the Game Tools notification Lock the Back key Record your game session Mute notification sounds and display notifications only for incoming calls and emergency alerts Access the...

Page 93: ...l appear on the sharing options panel To directly share content with them via the corresponding app select a person s icon If the feature is not activated launch the Settings app tap Advanced features...

Page 94: ...information and browse webpages Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service Maps Find your location on the map search the world map and view location information for various places aroun...

Page 95: ...em with others Photos Search for manage and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place Hangouts Send messages images and emoticons to your friends and have video calls with them...

Page 96: ...r more information Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customize the settings for the limitation Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of m...

Page 97: ...atures Refer to More connection settings for more information Wi Fi Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices Turn offWi Fi to save the ba...

Page 98: ...tion request Sending and receiving data You can share data such as contacts or media files with other devices The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device 1 Launch the Ga...

Page 99: ...ple 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 other Blue...

Page 100: ...en select a device to transfer the image to If your device has paired with the device before tap the device name without confirming the auto generated passkey If the device you want to pair with is no...

Page 101: ...roduct information from NFC tags 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections and tap the NFC and payment switch to activate it 2 Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag The...

Page 102: ...apps Sending data Allow data exchange when your device s NFC antenna touches the other device s NFC antenna 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections NFC and payment and tap the switch to activate it 2...

Page 103: ...USB tethering to share the device s mobile data connection with a computer via USB When connected to a computer the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer Using the mobile hotspot Use yo...

Page 104: ...IM or USIM card used for the previous call or message is different from your preferred SIM or USIM card Dual SIM always on Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM card during...

Page 105: ...ions More connection settings Printing Download plug in 2 Search for a printer plug in in Play Store 3 Select a printer plug in and install it 4 Select the printer plug in and tap the switch to activa...

Page 106: ...for each app Do not disturb Set the device to mute incoming calls notification sounds and media except for allowed exceptions Touch sounds Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on...

Page 107: ...Display Brightness Adjust the brightness of the display Outdoor mode Activate outdoor mode to make the display easier to see in bright conditions Screen mode Change the screen mode to adjust the displ...

Page 108: ...one handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand Quick launch Camera Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Power key twice quickly Multi window Select...

Page 109: ...an overview of the status of your device s battery storage memory and system security You can also automatically optimize the device with a tap of your finger Battery Storage Device security Memory Ul...

Page 110: ...ated Managing the battery You can save battery power by preventing apps that are running in the background from using battery power when they are not being used Tick apps from the apps list and tap SA...

Page 111: ...images videos and webpages accessed via the mobile network This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Some webpages or content may not be available when this feature...

Page 112: ...t the device to automatically unlock itself in certain situations Secure lock settings Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method Information and FaceWidgets Change the settings of the i...

Page 113: ...or Google account On the Settings screen tap Cloud and accounts Regularly back up your data to a safe location such as Samsung Cloud or a computer so that you can restore it if the data is corrupted o...

Page 114: ...er to Samsung Cloud for more information To set the device to automatically back up data tap the AUTO BACK UP switch to activate it To restore backup data from Samsung Cloud using a Samsung account ta...

Page 115: ...accessibility for users who have reduced dexterity Text to speech Change the settings for text to speech features used whenVoice Assistant is activated such as languages speed and more Direct access...

Page 116: ...ice the time and date is reset Report diagnostic information Set the device to automatically send the device s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung Marketing information Set whether to receive...

Page 117: ...FOTA service You can also schedule software updates On the Settings screen tap Software update If emergency software updates are released for your device s security and to block new types of security...

Page 118: ...the name that will be displayed when connecting your device with other devices via Bluetooth Wi Fi Direct and other methods Model number View the device s model number Software information View the de...

Page 119: ...N incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more...

Page 120: ...eezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Center Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs you may need t...

Page 121: ...nected 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 quality is poor Ensure that you...

Page 122: ...horter 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 launch...

Page 123: ...s may not work properly Your device supports multimedia files that are authorized by your network service provider or providers of additional services Some content circulated on the Internet such as r...

Page 124: ...p is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur Over time friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly There is not enough space in the de...

Page 125: ...the status bar downwards and then drag the notification panel downwards Tap next to the brightness adjustment bar and tap the Show control on top switch to activate it Samsung Cloud does not work Ensu...

Page 126: ...storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electro...

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