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Getting started10S PenS Pen tipS Pen buttonName FunctionS Pen tip• Perform basic S Pen actions. (p. 33)S Pen button• Perform advanced S Pen actions. (
Media100My magazineUse this applications to make your own social magazine.On the Home screen, flick your finger up from the bottom of the screen or pr
Media101FlipboardUse this application to access your personalized magazines.Tap Galaxy Plus → Flipboard on the Applications screen.This application ma
Media102SketchBook for GalaxyUse this application to create a quick concept or sketch out your idea for a project.On the Applications screen, tap Gala
Media103Bloomberg+Use this application to get the latest news about finance, business, market data, and more.Tap Samsung → Bloomberg+ on the Applicati
104Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap
Application & media stores105Samsung HubUse this application to purchase and download multimedia content. You can also manage the content on the d
Application & media stores106Play BooksUse this application to read and download book files.Tap Google → Play Books on the Applications screen.Thi
Application & media stores107Play MusicUse this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service.Tap G
108UtilitiesS NoteUse this application to create a note using multimedia files or voice recordings.Tap S Note on the Applications screen.Creating note
Utilities109When using the templates that have image frames, tap and hold an image frame, and then tap Images or Take picture to add an image.To delet
Getting started11Installing the SIM card and batteryInsert the SIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery.•
Utilities110Using the eraser toolA drawn line is not recognized as a series of dots but short strokes. For this reason, you can select a whole line an
Utilities111Inserting multimedia filesTap to insert images, videos, voice memos, and more.Using idea sketchTap → Idea Sketch, and then write a key
Utilities112Creating and managing chartsMaking a tableTap → Easy chart → Table, set the number of rows and columns for the table, and then tap Done.
Utilities113Editing a chartTo edit a chart, tap and hold a chart or table, tap Edit chart, and then use the following options:• Tap at the top left
Utilities114Using the selection toolWrite a formula or draw a shape, and then tap . Draw a line around the formula or the shape to select it, and the
Utilities115• Add shortcut to home: Add a shortcut to the note on the Home screen.Searching for notesUse this feature to search for a note by entering
Utilities116Invite others to the event by sending a message or email. Enter the phone number or email address to the Participants field, or tap to o
Utilities117DropboxUse this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device
Utilities118CloudUse this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox.On the Applications scre
Utilities119ClockUse this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a time
Getting started123 Push the SIM card into the slot until it locks in place.• Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happ
Utilities120Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified len
Utilities121CalculatorUse this application for simple or complex calculations.Tap Samsung → Calculator on the Applications screen.Rotate the device to
Utilities122To edit the profile, tap Settings → Edit profile.Based on your physical statistics, the device calculates your basal metabolic rate (BMR)
Utilities123Using the Walking mateSet a target number of steps and track your daily steps and burned calories.On the S Health home screen, tap → Wal
Utilities124Using the Exercise mateSet an exercise goal and monitor your calories burned.On the S Health home screen, tap → Exercise mate.Access the
Utilities125Using the Food trackerSet a calorie goal and record your daily caloric intake.On the S Health home screen, tap → Food tracker.Access the
Utilities126Checking the comfort level of the current placeView the temperature and humidity of a place and compare the comfort level to preset condit
Utilities127Managing weightRecord your weight changes and manage the weight data to maintain your appropriate Body Mass Index (BMI).On the S Health ho
Utilities128Configuring settings for S HealthOn the S Health home screen, tap → Settings, and then select one of the following:• Edit profile: Edit
Utilities129S TranslatorUse this application to translate text into other languages.Tap Samsung → S Translator on the Applications screen.• This appli
Getting started13Removing the SIM card and battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.3 Press the SIM card gently with your finger, and the
Utilities130Voice RecorderUse this application to record or play voice memos.Tap Samsung → Voice Recorder on the Applications screen.Recording voice m
Utilities131Playing voice memosSelect a voice memo to play.• : Trim the voice memo.• : Set a portion of the recording for looped play.• : Adjust pl
Utilities132Changing a categoryIn the list of voice memos, tap → Change category → select memos → Done → select a category to change.Viewing the Boo
Utilities133Hands-free modeIn hands-free mode, the device will read content aloud when you have incoming calls, messages, and notifications so you can
Utilities134GoogleUse this application to search the Internet, and also applications and their contents on the device.Tap Google → Google on the Appli
Utilities135ScrapbookUse this application to create your own digital scrapbook with content from webpages, videos and more.Tap Scrapbook on the Applic
Utilities136My FilesUse this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.Tap Samsu
Utilities137DownloadsUse this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.Tap Samsung → Downloads on the Applications screen
Utilities138KNOXUse this application freely use your device for both work and personal use.Tap Samsung → KNOX on the Applications screen.To start KNOX
139Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Before using Google Maps yo
Getting started14Charging the batteryUse the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge t
140SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre
Settings141Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.Tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct.Bluet
Settings142• Auto sync data: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. You can select what information to sync for each account in Settings
Settings143NFC• NFC: Activate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information.• Android Beam: Turn on the Android Beam feature to s
Settings144DeviceSoundChange settings for various sounds on the device.• Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system
Settings145 –Adapt display: Use this mode for optimising the display according to the display settings. –Dynamic: Use this mode to make the display to
Settings146• Clock widget options: Configure settings for the clock widget. –Dual clock: Set the device to show the dual clock. –Clock size: Change th
Settings147Notification panelCustomize the items that appear on the notifications panel.• Brightness adjustment: Adjust the brightness of the display.
Settings148• TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback.• Font size: Change the font size.• Magnification gestures: Set the device to
Settings149CallCustomize the settings for calling features.• Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone number
Getting started15When using a USB 2.0 cable, plug the USB cable into the right side of the multipurpose jack as shown in the image below.Connecting th
Settings150 –Auto area code: Set the device to insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically before a phone number. –Call barring: Block incomi
Settings151ControlsLanguage and inputChange the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.Language
Settings152with the S Pen.• Help: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard.• Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.Google voic
Settings153Voice controlSet the device to recognize voice commands for controlling your device. You can select the features to control with voice comm
Settings154Air gestureActivate the air gesture feature to control the device without touching the screen.• Learn about sensor and icon: View informati
Settings155• Air view finger options: –Information preview: View information in a pop-up window by pointing at items with your finger. –Progress previ
Settings156Palm motionActivate the palm motion feature to control the device by touching the screen.• Capture screen: Set the device to capture an ima
Settings157GeneralAccountsAdd email or SNS accounts.CloudChange settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage.
Settings158AccessoryChange the accessory settings.• Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desk
Settings159StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all da
Getting started16Checking the battery charge statusWhen you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current batt
Settings160using the device. –Change SIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data.• Make passwords visible: By default, the device hides pa
161TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe
Troubleshooting162The touch screen responds slowly or improperly• If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to
Troubleshooting163Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet
Troubleshooting164Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended
Troubleshooting165• Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly
Troubleshooting166Data stored on the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot r
167Health and SafetyThis safety information contains content for mobile devices. Some content may be not applicable to your device. To prevent injury
Health and Safety168• Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating.Protect the dev
Health and Safety169Do not use your device in a hospital, on an aircraft, or in an automotive equipment that can be interfered with by radio frequency
Getting started17Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacity of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and
Health and Safety170• Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion.Comply with all safety warnings and regulations regarding mobile device usage w
Health and Safety171so may cause the screen to malfunction, result in damage to the device, or cause the battery to explode.• Do not expose your devic
Health and Safety172physician.Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset• Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage.• Expos
Health and Safety173• If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may malfunction.Ensure maximum battery and charger life• Avoid charging
Health and Safety174• Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your device and will void your manufacturer’s warr
Health and Safety175Malware and virusesTo protect your device from malware and viruses, follow these usage tips. Failure to do so may result in damage
Health and Safety176DisclaimerSome content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are protected by copyright, patent,
Health and Safety177Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada NoticeCautionsAny changes or modifications to your device not expressly appr
Health and Safety178All devices must meet the federal standard, which incorporates a substantial margin of safety. As stated above, variations in SAR
English (CA). 09/2013. Rev. 1.0Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject
Getting started18Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings →
Getting started19Replacing the S Pen nibWhile using the S Pen, the S Pen nib may get dull. If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one.1 Hold the ni
2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.
Getting started20Turning the device on and offWhen turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.P
Getting started21Switching to silent modeUse one of the following methods:• Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode.• P
22BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table
Basics23Icon MeaningSilent mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelUsing the t
Basics24Finger gesturesTappingTo open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen
Basics25DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap
Basics26FlickingFlick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage o
Basics27Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc
Basics28Picking upWhen you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed c
Basics29Panning to browseTurning overTurn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback.
About this manual3• Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you
Basics30TiltingTap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out.Palm motionsUse palm motions to contro
Basics31CoveringCover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.Air GestureUse this feature to control functions without touching the screen.Befo
Basics32Air jumpWhile viewing emails or webpages, move your hand up or down across the sensor to scroll the page up or down.Air browseMove your hand t
Basics33Air call-acceptWhen a call comes in, move your hand to the left, and then to the right across the sensor to answer the call.Using the S PenThe
Basics34• The pen nib of the S Pen is replaceable. If the pen nib gets dull, replace it with a new one.• If the S Pen is not working properly, take it
Basics35Making a simple memoTap Action Memo on the air command. Alternatively, with the S Pen button pressed, double-tap the screen. Jot down or draw
Basics36Selecting and capturing an imageWith the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it.If necessary, use one of the following
Basics37Air viewUse this feature to perform various functions while the S Pen or your finger is hovering over the screen.On the Home screen, tap Apps
Basics38Samsung Smart PauseUse this feature to pause videos when you look away from the screen.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Sm
Basics39Adjusting touch screen sensitivityUse this feature to let the device adjust its touch sensitivity automatically.On the Home screen, tap Apps →
About this manual4Trademarks• SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.• The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™,
Basics40Tap the panel handle to hide or show the panel. When a panel is open, tap and hold the handle and drag it to the left or right edge of the scr
Basics41NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, devic
Basics42The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.To rearrange the options on the notifications panel, open the notif
Basics43Moving an itemTap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.Removing an i
Basics44Using widgetsWidgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets fr
Basics45Adding widgetsTo use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Multiple widgets and
Basics46Using applicationsThis device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications.Opening an application
Basics47Organizing with foldersPut related applications together in a folder for convenience.Tap → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag
Basics48Entering textUse the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, y
Basics49Use handwriting gestures to perform actions, such as editing or deleting characters and inserting spaces. To view the gesture guides, tap and
5Table of ContentsGetting started8 Device layout9 Buttons10 S Pen10 Package contents11 Installing the SIM card and battery14 Charging the battery
Basics50Entering text by voiceActivate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak.If the device do
Basics51Adding Wi-Fi networksIf the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. En
Basics52Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.• The following file format
Basics532 Open Windows Media Player and sync music files.Connecting as a media device1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.2 Open t
Basics54Setting a patternOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern.Draw a pattern by connecting four dot
Basics55Unlocking the deviceTurn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code.If the unlock code is forgot
56CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi
Communication57Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict
Communication58• → Manage conference call: Manage the individual callers on a conference call (place on hold or end call).• → Contacts: Open the con
Communication59Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.If the call waiting service is active, another cal
Table of Contents6106 Play Magazines106 Play Movies107 Play MusicUtilities108 S Note115 S Planner117 Dropbox118 Cloud119 Clock121 Calculator121
Communication60Call forwardingThe device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number.Tap → Call settings → Additional settings → Call fo
Communication61Searching for contactsTap Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:• Scroll up or down the contacts list.• Use the index at the
Communication62Importing and exporting contactsTap Contacts.Importing contactsTap → Import/Export → Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Im
Communication63Contact groupsTap Groups.Adding contacts to a groupSelect a group, and then tap +. Select contacts to add, and then tap Done.Managing g
Communication64MessagesUse this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).Tap Messages on the Applications screen.You may i
Communication65Sending scheduled messagesWhile composing a message, tap → Scheduling. Set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send t
Communication66EmailUse this application to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email
Communication67Reading messagesSelect an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap .Tap a message
Communication68GmailUse this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Google → Gmail on the Applications screen.• This a
Communication69Reading messagesMark the message asunread.Preview attachment.Archive this messageMark the message as areminder.Delete this message.Repl
Table of Contents7Settings140 About Settings140 Connections144 Device151 Controls157 GeneralTroubleshootingHealth and Safety
Communication70HangoutsUse this application to chat with others.Tap Google → Hangouts on the Applications screen.This application may not be available
71Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Samsung → Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the addre
Web & network72HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history.Li
Web & network73Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
Web & network74Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices
Web & network75Samsung LinkUse this application to play contents saved on remotely located devices or web storage services over the Internet. You
Web & network76Managing contents on a web storage serviceSelect a web storage service, and then view and manage your files.To transfer files betwe
Web & network77Creating a group for Group PlayWhen you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and share the content.When
Web & network78Using additional features in a Group Play sessionWhile sharing music files, images, videos, or documents with other devices, use th
Web & network79Reading information from an NFC tagPlace the device near an NFC tag. The information from the tag will appear.Sending data via Andr
8Getting startedDevice layoutBack buttonMultipurpose jackSpeakerMenu buttonNotification lightEarpieceMicrophoneProximity/Light/Gesture sensorHome butt
Web & network80WatchONUse this application to connect to a TV to watch your favourite shows and movies.Tap Samsung → WatchON on the Applications s
81MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.• Some file formats are not supported depending on the device
Media82To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Smart volume.When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than th
Media83CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 90)Tap Camera on
Media84Shooting modeSeveral photo effects are available.Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen.• Auto: Use th
Media85• Animated photo: Use this to create animated photos from a video.• Golf: Use this setting to take a radial image of a complete golf swing, com
Media86Tap and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode.Taking videosTaking a videoTap to take a video. To pause recording, tap
Media87Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods:• Use the Volume button to zoom in or out.• Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom i
Media88Share shotTap → , and then select one of the following:• Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct or NFC.• Buddy
Media89• Audio zoom: Make louder the sound from the zoomed subject while recording.• Location tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. Activate th
Getting started9The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos.• Do not cover the antenna area wi
Media90GalleryUse this application to view images and videos.Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.• Some file formats are not supported depending on
Media91Trimming segments of a videoSelect a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the d
Media92Modifying imagesWhen viewing an image, tap and use the following functions:• Rotate: Rotate the image.• Crop: Crop the image.• Colour: Adjust
Media93Sharing imagesUse one of the following methods:• In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them to oth
Media94Story AlbumUse this application to create your own digital album to keep your stories by organizing the images neatly and automatically.Tap Sam
Media95Creating albums by tag informationCreate albums by sorting photos by tag information, such as the location where an image was taken, subjects,
Media96Editing imagesTap the image of the page in an album.Add a caption.Select among various effects that are available.Send the image to others.Dele
Media97Setting a minimum number of photosTap → Settings, and then drag the switch next to an album type under Suggestions to the right. Select the a
Media98Deleting videosTap → Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete.Sharing videosTap → Share via, select videos by ticking, tap Don
Media99YouTubeUse this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.This application may not be availab
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