Samsung GT-I8580 User Manual

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Getting started101 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

Utilities100Optical ScanUse this application to scan and extract text from images or documents. It is especially useful for picking out small sections

Utilities101Reading VOICEYE codesBefore reading a VOICEYE code, tap Setting and tick Scanning sound to set the device to emit a sound when scanning a

102Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Application

Travel & local103NavigationUse this application to search for a route to a destination.Tap Navigation on the Applications screen.•Navigation maps

104SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre

Settings105Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.On the

Settings106•Show Wi-Fi usage: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi.•Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi hotspots to prevent applications that

Settings107NFC•NFC: Activate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information.•Android Beam: Turn on the Android Beam feature to s

Settings108My deviceLock screenChange settings for the locked screen.•Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary d

Settings109DisplayChange the settings for the display.•Wallpaper:–Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen.–Lock screen: Select a

Getting started113 Insert the battery.124 Replace the back cover.

Settings110•Vibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.•Dialling keypad tone: Set the device to sound wh

Settings111•Call alerts:–Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call.–Call end vibration: Set the device to vib

Settings112•Ringtones and keypad tones:–Ringtones: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls.–Vibrations: Add or select a vibration pattern.

Settings113Safety assistanceSet the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. Press and hold the both sides of the Volume button for 3 s

Settings114•Ultrasonic sensor: Set the device to use the ultrasonic assistant feature that lets the device detect objects within a specified range an

Settings115•Enhance web accessibility: Set applications to install web scripts to make their web content more accessible.•Sound balance: Adjust the

Settings116•Direct access: Set the device to activate or deactivate TalkBack when you press the Home button three times.•Manage accessibility: Expor

Settings117•Auto replacement: Set the device to correct misspelled and incomplete words by tapping the space bar or punctuation mark.•Auto capitalis

Settings118•About: View version information.•Auto-start speaker: Set the device to automatically turn on the speakerphone when making a call with S

Settings119Pointer speedAdjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device.Motions and gesturesActivate the motion recognitio

Getting started12Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.3 Pull out the SIM or USIM card.Charging the

Settings120AccountsAdd accountAdd email or SNS accounts.CloudChange settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud stor

Settings121•Use wireless networks: Set the device to allow location data collection or to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi

Settings122•Make passwords visible: Set the device to display passwords as they are entered.•Device administrators: View device administrators insta

Settings123Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.If the battery remains fully disc

124TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe

Troubleshooting125The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to

Troubleshooting126Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Troubleshooting127Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended

Troubleshooting128•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly

Troubleshooting129Data stored on the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot r

Getting started13Charging with the chargerConnect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose

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Getting started14After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the e

Getting started15Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer a

Getting started16Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings →

Getting started17Turning 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 started18Locking and unlocking the deviceWhen not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off t

Getting started19Setting TalkBackThis device features TalkBack, which is especially designed for the visually impaired. With TalkBack, the device can

2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.

Getting started20Using the touch screen with Explore by touchWith the Explore by touch feature, you can use the touch screen by touching and listening

Getting started21Reading content in small unitsBy default, the device reads an entire section of text at once. You can set the device to read text in

22BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table

Basics23Using the touch screenUse only fingers to use the touch screen.•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devi

Basics24Tapping and holdingTap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to

Basics25FlickingFlick 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

Basics26Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc

Basics27Picking 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

Basics28Palm motionsUse palm motions to control the device by touching the screen.Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated

Basics29NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, devic

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

Basics30Home screenThe Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to ap

Basics31Removing an itemTap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. When the rubbish bin turns re

Basics32Using widgetsWidgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets fr

Basics33Tap the widgets panel area at the upper part of the screen. Scroll right to the last page, tap , and then select a widget to add to the locke

Basics34Opening from recently-used applicationsPress and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.Select an application ico

Basics35Rearranging panelsPinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.Installing applicationsUse application

Basics36Entering textUse the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, y

Basics37HandwritingTap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested wo

Basics38Copying and pastingTap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text

Basics39Forgetting Wi-Fi networksAny network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatic

About this manual4Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of

Basics40Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.The following file formats

Basics41Connecting as a media device1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.2 Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as

Basics42Setting a patternOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern.Draw a pattern by connecting four

Basics43Unlocking 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

44CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi

Communication45Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict

Communication46•Menu button → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation.•Menu button → Manag

Communication47Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag to the right.If the call waiting service is active, another call can be mad

Communication48Video callsMaking a video callEnter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap .During a video callThe follow

Communication49Swapping imagesDrag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images.Listening to a voice messageTap and hold 1

5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents9 Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery12 Charging the battery15

Communication50ContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications

Communication51Searching for contactsTap Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts list.•Use the index at the

Communication52Importing and exporting contactsTap Contacts.Importing contactsPress the Menu button, tap Import/Export, and then select an import opti

Communication53Managing groupsPress the Menu button, and then take one of the following actions:•Create: Make a new group.•Search: Search for contac

Communication54Sending messagesTap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap .Use the following methods to add recipients:•Enter a phone numb

Communication55EmailUse this application to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email

Communication56Reading messagesSelect an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap .Tap a message t

Communication57Sending messagesIn any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap .Press the Menu button, and then tap A

Communication58LabelsGoogle Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inb

Communication59G+ PhotosUse this application to share images or videos via Google’s social network service.Tap G+ Photos on the Applications screen.Th

Table of Contents6100 VOICEYE101 Light SensingTravel & local102 Maps102 Local103 NavigationSettings104 About Settings104 Connections108 My devi

60Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,

Web & network61HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, press the Menu button, a

Web & network62BookmarksTo bookmark the current webpage, press the Menu button, tap , enter details, such as name and web address, and then tap S

Web & network63To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth, and then drag the Bluetooth switch to th

Web & network64On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Screen Mirroring, and then drag the Screen Mirroring switch to the right.

Web & network65Creating a group for Group PlayWhen you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and share the content.When

Web & network66NFCYour device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use thi

Web & network67S BeamUse this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents.Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing s

68MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the softwa

Media69To listen to songs at equal volume levels, press the Menu button, and then tap Settings → Smart volume.When Smart volume is activated, the volu

7Getting startedDevice layoutBack buttonMultipurpose jackEarpieceProximity sensorMenu buttonFront cameraPower buttonHome buttonVoice recording buttonC

Media70Playing music by moodPlay music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically created by the device. To use this feature, set the music square

Media71Taking photosTaking a photoTap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame tur

Media72•Panorama: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together.To get the best shot, follow these tips.–Move the camera slowly in one direct

Media73Taking videosTaking a videoTap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap .Recording modeTap → to change the rec

Media74Use one of the following methods:•Use the Volume button to zoom in or out.•Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zo

Media75•GPS tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.•To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, suc

Media76GalleryUse this application to view images and videos.Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on

Media77Editing imagesWhen viewing an image, press the Menu button and use the following functions:•Favourite: Add the image to favourites.•Slideshow

Media78Sharing imagesUse one of the following methods:•In a folder, press the Menu button, tap Select item, select images, and then tap to send the

Media79VideoUse this application to play video files.Tap Video on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the softw

Getting started8•Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.•Do not u

Media80Using Popup Video playerUse this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop

Media81Uploading videosSelect your account, tap , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap .RadioListen to music and news on th

Media82Scanning radio stationsPress the Menu button, tap Scan, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automati

83Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap

Application & media stores84Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit

Application & media stores85Play MoviesUse this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows.Tap Play Movies on the Applications sc

86UtilitiesMemoUse this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.Tap Memo on the Applications screen.Composing mem

Utilities87Viewing a memoTap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos.Press the Menu button and use the following:•Delet

Utilities88To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again.Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with

Utilities89Changing calendar typeSelect one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others at the right side of the s

Getting started9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Battery•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device

Utilities90When running Dropbox for the first time, tap Start to activate it. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.Once Dropbox is

Utilities91ClockUse this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a timer

Utilities92Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified leng

Utilities93CalculatorUse this application for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.Rotate the device to landscape

Utilities94Voice RecorderUse this application to record or play voice memos.Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press and ho

Utilities95Playing voice memosSelect a voice memo to play.• : Trim the voice memo.• : Adjust the playback speed.• : Pause playback.• / : Skip 60

Utilities96S VoiceUse this application to command the device by voice to perform various features.Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternativel

Utilities97GoogleUse this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well.Tap Google on th

Utilities98My FilesUse this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.Tap My Fil

Utilities99Reading documents with TalkBackTurn on TalkBack to read text files (txt) aloud with the device.You can find text files in the device’s Docu