Samsung GT-S5301 User Manual

GT-S5301user manual

Assembling10AssemblingUnpackCheck your product box for the following items:Mobile device ●Battery ●Quick start guide ●Use only Samsung-approved softwa

Connectivity100Send data via Wi-Fi ›Select a file or item from an appropriate application.1 Select an option for sending data via Wi-Fi.2 The method f

Connectivity101Drag the 2 Portable Wi-Fi hotspot switch to the right to activate mobile network sharing via Wi-Fi.Select 3 Configure to configure netw

Connectivity102Share your device’s mobile network via ›BluetoothIn the application list, select 1 Settings → More settings → Tethering and portable h

Connectivity103Activate the Bluetooth feature ›In the application list, select Settings and then drag the Bluetooth switch to the right. ›Find and pai

Connectivity104 ›Receive data via BluetoothIn the application list, select 1 Settings → Bluetooth and then select the tick box next to your device.Whe

Connectivity105Activate location services ›You must activate location services to receive location information or search the map.In the application li

Connectivity106Set up a VPN profile ›In the application list, select 1 Settings → More settings → VPN → Add VPN network.Change the following options:2

Connectivity107Option FunctionPPP encryption (MPPE)Set to encrypt data before sending it to the VPN server.Show advanced optionsSet to change the adva

108ToolsToolsCalculatorLearn to perform calculations with your device.In the application list, select 1 Calculator.Use the keys on the screen to perfo

109ToolsStop an alarm ›When the alarm sounds,To stop the alarm, select ● and then drag your finger outside of the large circle.To silence the alarm f

Assembling11Device layout1. Do not touch or cover the area around the antenna with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions. Touch sc

110ToolsMy FilesLearn to access various types of files saved in your device.Supported file formats ›Your device supports the following file formats:Ty

111ToolsFrom the folder list, press the Option key to access the following options:To create folders for managing files, select ●Create folder.To del

112ToolsSelect a Quickoffice program.2 Select 3 extSdCard → a document file.To open a recently-used file, select a file under Recent Documents.View th

Settings113SettingsAccess the setting optionsIn the application list, select 1 Settings.Select a setting category, and then select an option.2 Wi-FiAc

Settings114To use more options, press the Option key.Data roaming ●: Set to use data connections when you are roaming.Restrict background data ●: Set

Settings115Tethering and portable hotspot ›Portable Wi-Fi hotspot ●: Set to use your device as a wireless access point for other devices.USB tethering

Settings116Sound and vibration ●: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.Keytones ●: Set the device to sound when you enter

Settings117StorageView memory information for your device and memory card. You can also format the memory card.Formatting a memory card will permanent

Settings118Use GPS satellites ●: Set to use GPS satellites for finding your location.Location and Google search ●: Set the device to use your current

Settings119Encrypt external SD card ●:Encrypt external SD card - : Set to encrypt files when you save them to a memory card.Full encryption - : Set to

Assembling12KeysKey FunctionPower/Reset1/LockTurn on the device (press and hold); Access the device options (press and hold); Reset the device (press

Settings120Make passwords visible ●: Set to show your passwords as you enter them.Device administrators ●: View the administrators you have approved f

Settings121Google voice typing ›Activate the Google voice input feature to enter text by voice. To change the voice input settings, select .Select inp

Settings122Auto-punctuate ●: Set to insert punctuation marks automatically when needed.Character preview ●: Set the device to show a preview image of

Settings123Back up and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.Back up my data ●: Set to back up your settings and application data to

Settings124AccessibilityAccessibility services are special features for those with physical challenges. Change the settings to improve accessibility t

Settings125Developer optionsChange the settings for application development.USB debugging ●: Activate USB debugging mode to connect your device to a c

Settings126Do not keep activities ●: Set to end a running application when you launch a new application.Limit background processes ●: Set to limit the

Troubleshooting127TroubleshootingWhen you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes:Co

Troubleshooting128The touch screen responds slowly or improperlyIf your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly, try

Troubleshooting129Outgoing calls are not connectedEnsure that you have pressed the Dial key. ●Ensure that you have accessed the correct cellular netwo

Assembling13Insert the SIM or USIM card and the batteryWhen you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) c

Troubleshooting130The device beeps and the battery icon is emptyYour battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the device.The

Troubleshooting131Error messages appear when launching the FM radioThe FM radio application on your device uses the headset cable as an antenna. Witho

Troubleshooting132Another Bluetooth device is not locatedEnsure that the Bluetooth feature is activated on your ●device.Ensure that the Bluetooth fea

Index133alarms 108applicationsclosing 32deleting 31downloading 31launching 30multitasking 32organising 30batterycharging 14inserting 13Blueto

Index134memoscreating 80viewing 80messagesaccessing voicemail 47sending email 50sending Google Mail 48sending multimedia 46sending text 46viewi

Index135tetheringvia Bluetooth 102via USB 101via Wi-Fi 100text inputcopy and paste 39with Google voice input 37with Samsung keypad 37touch scree

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Assembling14The SIM card slot of your device is only suited for standard SIM cards. Inserting a microSIM card or a microSIM card with an unauthorised

Assembling15When your battery is low, the device will emit a ●warning tone and show a low battery message. Recharge your battery to continue using yo

Assembling16Plug the large end of the travel adapter into an electrical 3 socket.If the device receives an unstable power supply while ●charging, the

Assembling17Charge with a USB cable ›Before charging, ensure that your computer is turned on.Open the cover of the multifunction jack.1 Plug the small

Assembling18Insert a memory card (optional)Your device accepts microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB (depending on the

Assembling19Push the memory card into the memory card slot until it 3 locks in place.Replace the back cover.4 Remove a memory card ›Ensure that the de

Using this manual2Using this manualThank you for choosing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high-quality mobile communicat

Assembling20Format a memory card ›Formatting your memory card on a computer may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only

21Getting startedGetting startedTurn on or off your devicePress and hold the Power key.1 Enter the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card and 2 selec

22Getting startedUse the touch screenYour device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the t

23Getting startedControl your touch screen with the following actions:TapTouch once to select or launch a menu, option, or application.Tap and holdTap

24Getting startedDouble-tapTap an item twice quickly.FlickBriskly scroll up, down, left, or right to move through lists or screens.PinchPlace two of y

25Getting startedLock or unlock the touch screen and the keysWhen you do not use the device for a specified period, your device turns off the touch sc

26Getting startedIndicator icons ›Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.Icon DefinitionNo signalSignal stre

27Getting startedIcon DefinitionAlarm activatedRoaming (outside of service area)Silent mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedErro

28Getting startedMobile data ●: Activate or deactivate the data connection.Bluetooth ●: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature. ► p. 102Sync ●:

29Getting started ›Add or remove a panel from the Home screenYou can add or remove Home screen panels to organise widgets.On the Home screen, place tw

Using this manual3Applications on this device may perform differently from ●comparable computer applications and may not include all functions availa

30Getting startedAccess applicationsLaunch applications and take full advantage of features on your device. You can reorganise the application list to

31Getting startedOrganise applications:3 To move the application, drag it to a new location. ●To add the application to a new folder, drag it to ●.To

32Getting startedLaunch multiple applicationsYour device allows you to multitask by running multiple applications at the same time. To launch multiple

33Getting started ›Adjust the device’s volumePress the Volume key up or down.1 Select 2 and drag the sliders to adjust the volume level for each soun

34Getting startedAdjust the brightness of the display ›The brightness of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power.In the

35Getting startedSet an unlock PINIn the application list, select 1 Settings → Security → Screen lock → PIN.Enter a new PIN and select 2 Continue.Ente

36Getting startedActivate the Find my mobile feature ›When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card into your lost or stolen device, the Find my mobile

37Getting startedEnter textYou can enter text by speaking words into the microphone, by selecting characters on the virtual keypad, or by writing on t

38Getting startedYou can also use the following keys: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Number Function 1 Change the case. 2 Switch text input modes. 3 Access the keyp

39Getting startedMode FunctionSymbol1. Select to switch to Symbol mode.2. Select ◄ or ► to scroll to a symbol set.3. Select a symbol.Copy and past

Using this manual4Instructional iconsBefore you start, familiarise yourself with the icons used in this manual:Warning—situations that could cause inj

Communication40CommunicationCallingLearn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call, or custo

Communication41Reject a call ›During an incoming call, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle.Make an international call ›In t

Communication42To open the contact list, select ●Add call → Contacts.To switch between two calls, select ●Swap.To answer a second call, select ● an

Communication43Set auto rejection ›Use auto rejection to reject calls from specified numbers automatically.In the application list, select 1 Phone.Pre

Communication44Select 3 Enable FDN.Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and 4 select OK.Select 5 FDN list and add contacts.Set call dive

Communication45Set call waiting ›Call waiting is a network feature that alerts you to an incoming call while you are on another call.In the applicatio

Communication46Send a text message ›In the application list, select 1 Messaging → .Add recipients:2 Enter phone numbers manually and separate them wi

Communication47Select 4 and attach a file.Press the Option key and select 5 Add subject, and then enter a subject.To send the message, select 6 . ›Vi

Communication48Google MailLearn to send or view email messages via the Google Mail™ webmail service.This feature may be unavailable depending on your

Communication49From the message view, use the following options:To move to the next or previous message, scroll right or left. ●To add the message to

Using this manual5TrademarksSAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ●trademarks of Samsung Electronics.The Android logo, Google ●™, Google Maps™,

Communication50EmailLearn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account.Set up an email account ›In the application list,

Communication51Select the subject field and enter a subject.3 Select the text field and enter your email text.4 Select 5 and attach a file.To send th

Communication52To save the email addresses of the recipients to the ●phonebook as a group of contacts, press the Option key and select Save as group.

Communication53Start a conversation ›In the application list, select 1 Talk.Select a contact from the friend list.2 The conversation screen opens.Ente

Communication54MessengerLearn to send and receive instant messages from friends and family with the Google+ messenger instant messaging service.This f

Entertainment55EntertainmentCameraLearn how to take and view photos and videos.The camera turns off automatically when you do not ●use it for a speci

Entertainment56Number Function 4 Change the camera settings. 5 View the storage location. 6 Switch to the camcorder. 7 Take a photo. 8 View photos you

Entertainment57To crop a section from the photo, press the Option key and ●select Crop.To set the photo as your wallpaper or a contact image, press

Entertainment58Customise camera settings ›Before taking a photo, select to access the following options:Option FunctionEdit shortcuts Edit shortcuts

Entertainment59Option FunctionGPS tagSet the camera to include location information for your photos.To improve GPS reception, avoid ●shooting in loca

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Entertainment60Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary 4 adjustments. 1 2 4 3 6 7 8 5 Number Function 1 Change the recording mode (f

Entertainment61Select 5 to start recording.Select 6 to stop recording.The video is saved automatically.The camcorder may not be able to properly rec

Entertainment62Option FunctionEffects Apply a special effect.Resolution Select a resolution option.White balanceAdjust the colour balance according to

Entertainment63While viewing an image, use the following options:To view more images, scroll left or right. ●To zoom in or out, place two fingers on t

Entertainment64Play a video ›In the application list, select 1 Gallery.Select a folder 2 → a video (indicated by the icon).Select 3 to begin playba

Entertainment65Play a video ›In the application list, select 1 Video Player.Select a video.2 3 Control playback with the following keys: 1 2 4 3 5

Entertainment66During playback, press the Option key to access the following options:To send the video to others or share it, select ●Share via.To li

Entertainment67Music PlayerLearn to listen to your favourite music while on the go.Some file formats are not supported depending on ●the device’s sof

Entertainment68Control playback with the following keys:3 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 2 1 Number Function 1 Activate Shuffle mode. 2 Scan forwards or

Entertainment69You can control the music player with a headset. On the Home screen, press and hold the headset button to launch the music player. Then

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Entertainment70Customise music player settings ›In the application list, select 1 Music Player.Select a music category 2 → a music file.Press the Opti

Entertainment71Listen to the FM radio ›Plug a headset into your device.1 In the application list, select 2 FM Radio.The FM radio scans and saves avail

Entertainment72Save radio stations automatically ›Plug a headset into your device.1 In the application list, select 2 FM Radio.Press the Option key an

Entertainment73Option FunctionAlternative frequencySet to retune frequencies for stations automatically when the current signal is weak.FM auto offSet

74Personal informationPersonal informationContactsLearn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts saved in your device’s memor

75Personal informationTo send an email message, select ●.To set a favourite number, select ●.To edit the contact information, select ●.Set a speed

76Personal informationCreate a group of contacts ›By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send a message to an entire gro

77Personal informationImport or export a contact ›You can import or export files (in vcf format) to or from a memory card.Import contact filesIn the a

78Personal informationS PlannerYour device includes a powerful planner to help you organise your schedules more conveniently and effectively. Learn to

79Personal informationView an event or task ›In the application list, select 1 S Planner.Select a date on the calendar.2 To move to a specific day, pr

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80Personal informationMemoLearn to record important information for viewing at a later date.Create a memo ›In the application list, select 1 Memo.Sele

81Personal informationVoice RecorderLearn to operate your device’s voice recorder.Record a voice memo ›In the application list, select 1 Voice Recorde

82Personal informationCustomise voice recorder settings ›In the application list, select 1 Voice Recorder.Press the Option key and select 2 Settings.C

Web83WebYou may incur additional charges for accessing the Internet and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider.InternetLe

Web84Number Function 3 View thumbnails of active browser windows. 4 View your bookmarks, frequently-visited pages, and recent Internet history.While b

Web85To view your download history, press the Option key and ●select Downloads.To print the webpage via Wi-Fi or USB, press the Option key ●and sele

Web86To view your bookmarks, select → Bookmarks. From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark to access the following options:To open the webpage

Web87In the application list, select 1 Internet.Search for a file or application and download it to the 2 device.To install applications that you down

Web88Select 4 Yes .When your friend accepts your invitation, you can share locations.Select 5 MAP VIEW.Your friends’ locations on the map are shown wi

Web89While viewing the map, use the following options:To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and ●slowly spread them apart or pinch them

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Web90Play StoreYour device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Play Store provides a quick and easy way to shop for

Web91NavigationLearn to get spoken directions to your destination.Navigation maps, your current location, and other ●navigational data may differ fro

Web92LocalLearn to search for business and attractions.This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.In the application

Web93YouTubeLearn to view and upload videos via the YouTube™ video sharing service.This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service

Web94Number Function 4 Add the video to your playlist. 5 Send the URL to others. 6 Search for videos. 7 Rotate the screen to the portrait view.Upload

Connectivity95ConnectivityUSB connectionsLearn to connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.Do not disconnect the USB cable from a computer w

Connectivity96 ›Connect as a media deviceYou can connect your device to a computer and access media files stored on your device.Connect your device to

Connectivity97Wi-FiLearn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network (WLAN) compa

Connectivity98Add a Wi-Fi AP manually ›In the application list, select 1 Settings → Wi-Fi → Add Wi-Fi network.Enter an SSID for the AP and select a s

Connectivity99Select 4 PIN from this device to use a WPS PIN of your device.Select 5 Connect.On the AP, enter the PIN of your device.6 Set the static