GT-I9100user manual
Assembling10AssemblingUnpackCheck your product box for the following items:Mobile device ●Battery ●Quick start guide ●Use only Samsung-approved softwa
Connectivity100 ›Activate the Wi-Fi featureIn Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings, and then select OFF next to Wi-Fi.The Wi-Fi fe
Connectivity101Connect to a Wi-Fi AP using a Wi-Fi Protected ›Setup (WPS)Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network. To connect to a Wi-Fi AP wi
Connectivity102Set the static IP settings ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Settings → Wi-Fi.Select a network, and select the chec
Connectivity103Send data via Wi-Fi ›Select a file or item, such as a memo, media file, or web 1 address, from an appropriate application or My files.S
Connectivity104Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA 3 feature:Option FunctionDevice nameEnter a name for your device as a media server.
Connectivity105Play files of one device on the other device ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 AllShare.Select 2 Remote device.Your
Connectivity106Option FunctionSecurity Select the security type.When you are finished, select 4 Save.From another device, locate your device’s name in
Connectivity107Select 2 Bluetooth tethering to activate the Bluetooth tethering feature.On another device, find and pair with your device. 3 Ensure th
Connectivity108Option FunctionGPS satellitesSet to use the GPS satellite for finding your location.Use sensor aidingUse sensors to enhance pedestrian
Connectivity109Copy files from the PC to the device.3 Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information. ›Synchronise with Windows Media PlayerEnsur
Assembling11Install the SIM or USIM card and batteryWhen you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card
Connectivity110Open the folder to view files.6 Copy files from the PC to your device.7 When you are finished, select 8 Turn off USB storage.To disconn
Connectivity111Customise the connection information.3 Available options may vary depending on the VPN type.Option FunctionName Enter a name of the VPN
Connectivity112Connect to a private network ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Settings → More... → VPN.Select a private network to
Tools113ToolsClockLearn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and the desk clock.Set a new alarm ›In Idle mode,
Tools114Create a world clock ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Clock → World clock.Select 2 Add city or press [ ] → Add. Enter a c
Tools115Use the desk clock ›The desk clock displays the current time and date, and weather.In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Clock
Tools116Perform the calculation ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Calculator.Use the keys that correspond to the calculator displa
Tools117Create a Mini diary ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Mini diary.If you are launching this application for the first time,
Tools118In a folder, press [ ] to use the following options:To send a file to others, select ●Share.To create a new folder, select ●Create folder.To
Tools119Voice commandYour device provides the intelligent voice command feature which turns your voice commands into action. You can dial a number, se
Assembling12Insert the battery.4 Replace the back cover.5 Charge the batteryBefore using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery.Yo
Settings120SettingsAccess the Settings menuIn Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Settings.Select a setting category and select an optio
Settings121Kies via Wi-Fi ›Connect your device to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi.USB utilities ›Connect your device to a PC as a mass storage. ► p. 109VPN ›Se
Settings122Mobile networks ›Use packet data ●: Set to allow packet switched data networks for network services.Data roaming ●: Set the device to conne
Settings123Automatic answering - : Set to answer automatically after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected).The power key end
Settings124SoundChange the settings for various sounds on your device.Volumes ●: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, media sound, device syste
Settings125Clock ●: Set to show the clock on the locked screen.Weather ●: Set to show the weather information on the locked screen.Weather settings ●:
Settings126Power savingSystem power saving mode ●: Activate Power saving mode to limit some system resource usage. Custom power saving mode ●: Set to
Settings127BatteryView the amount of power consumed by your device.ApplicationsView and manage the applications on your device.Accounts and syncChange
Settings128SecurityChange the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card.Screen lock ●: Set how to unlock the screen.None - : Disable
Settings129SIM Change Alert ●: Activate or deactivate the Find my mobile feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen. ► p. 33
Assembling13When your battery is low, the device will emit a ●warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty. I
Settings130Language and inputChange the settings for text input. ›LanguageSelect a display language for all menus and applications.Default ›Select a d
Settings131T-Chinese(Hongkong) ●: Select the default input method, such as the QWERTY keyboard, 3*4 keypad, or handwriting screen.English ●: Select th
Settings132Voice input ●: Activate the voice input feature to enter text by voice on the Samsung keypad.Auto-full stop ●: Set the device to insert a f
Settings133Reset Swype’s dictionary - : Delete the words you have added to the dictionary.Version - : View version information.Language Options ●: Sel
Settings134Auto-start listening ●: Set to automatically begin voice recognition when you launch the voice command feature.Voice command help ●: Access
Settings135Automatic restore ●: Set to restore your settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on your device.Factory data re
Settings136Power button ends call ●: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power/Lock key.Auto-rotate screen ●: Set whether or not to rotate
Settings137Allow mock locations ●: Allow mock locations and service information to be sent to a Location Manager service for testing.Desktop backup pa
Troubleshooting138TroubleshootingWhen you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes:Co
Troubleshooting139The touch screen responds slowly or improperlyIf your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly, try
Assembling14Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power 2 outlet.You can use the device while it is charging, but it may ●take longer to fu
Troubleshooting140Outgoing calls are not connectedEnsure that you have pressed the Dial key. ●Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network
Troubleshooting141The battery does not charge properly or the device turns offThe battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold- ●coloured contacts w
Troubleshooting142Error messages appear when launching the FM radioThe FM radio application on your Samsung mobile device uses the headset cable as an
Troubleshooting143Another Bluetooth device is not locatedEnsure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on ●your device.Ensure that the Blue
Safety precautions144Safety precautionsTo prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before
Safety precautions145Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave • ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode
Safety precautions146If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interferenceSome hearing aids may be interfe
Safety precautions147Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. Suspend calls • in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain
Safety precautions148Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C Your device can explode if left inside a closed
Safety precautions149Ensure maximum battery and charger lifeAvoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten • battery life.
Assembling15Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port on 2 a PC.Depending on the type of PC data cable you are using, it may take some t
Safety precautions150Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around your waistYou can be injured or damage the device if you fall.Do not disa
Safety precautions151Handle SIM cards or memory cards with careDo not remove a card while the device is transferring or accessing • information, as th
Safety precautions152DisclaimerSome content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are protected by copyright, patent
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider.www.samsung.com/hkEng
Assembling16Remove the back cover and battery.1 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts 2 facing down.Push the memory card in the memory
Assembling17Format the memory card ›Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on t
Getting started18Getting startedTurn your device on and offTo turn on your device, Press and hold the Power/Lock key.1 If you turn on your device for
Getting started19Get to know your deviceDevice layout ›1. Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos.Front camera lensProximit
Using this manual2Using this manualThank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communic
Getting started20Keys ›Key FunctionPower/LockTurn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus (press and hold); Lock the touch screen.MenuO
Getting started21Indicator icons ›Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.Icon DefinitionNo signalSignal stre
Getting started22Icon DefinitionCall diverting activatedConnected to PCUSB tethering activatedWi-Fi tethering activatedNo SIM or USIM cardNew text or
Getting started23Use the touch screenYour device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touc
Getting started24Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in ●or out while viewing photos or web pages.Your device turns off the touch
Getting started25 ›Add items to the idle screenYou can customise the idle screen by adding shortcuts to applications or items in applications, widgets
Getting started26Use the shortcuts panel ›In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open t
Getting started27Access applicationsTo access your device’s applications,In Idle mode, select 1 Applications to access the application list.Scroll lef
Getting started28Organise applications ›You can reorganise the applications in the application list by changing their order or grouping them into cate
Getting started29Access recent applications ›Press and hold the Home key to open the list of 1 applications you have accessed recently.Select an appli
Using this manual3You may upgrade your mobile device’s software by ●accessing www.samsung.com/hk.Sound sources, wallpapers, and images provided in th
Getting started30Turn on or off the touch tone ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound → Touch sounds.Switch to the silen
Getting started31Adjust the brightness of the display ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Settings → Display → Brightness.Clear the
Getting started32Set an unlock PIN codeIn Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Settings → Security → Screen lock → PIN.Enter a new PIN (n
Getting started33Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device.If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, y
Getting started34Enter textYou can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen.You cannot enter
Getting started35Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on 2 the screen.You can also use the following keys: 7 5 6 9 4 3 2 1 8 N
Getting started36In the handwriting mode, you can use the following gestures:Function GestureSpaceEnterBackspaceWhen entering text with the 3x4 keypad
Getting started37Option FunctionXT9 (Predictive text)In English mode, select 1. to switch to T9 mode. The dot turns green in T9 mode.Select an approp
Getting started38You can also use the following keys: 6 5 7 8 1 2 3 4 Number Function 1 Change case. 2 Switch between Symbol/Number mode and AB
Getting started39Enter text using the Swype keyboard ›Select the first character of a word and drag your finger 1 to the second character without rele
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Getting started40Number Function 1 Change case. 2 Show the alternative word list for the selected characters; Access the keypad settings (tap and hold
Getting started41Download applications from Android MarketBased on the Android platform, your device’s functionality can be extended by installing add
Getting started42Download files from the webWhen you download files or web applications from the web, your device saves them in a memory card.Files yo
Getting started43Set up a server account ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Settings → Accounts and sync.Select 2 Add account → an
Communication44CommunicationCallingLearn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or custom
Communication45Answer a call1 When a call comes in, select and then drag your finger outside of the large circle.When the device is ringing, press t
Communication46Use options during a voice call ›You can use the following options while a voice call is in progress:To adjust the voice volume, press
Communication47Use options during a video call ›You can use the following options while a video call is in progress:To switch between the front and re
Communication48Set auto rejectionUse auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. To activate auto rejection and create auto rej
Communication49Set call forwardingCall diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can set this feat
Using this manual5DivX ●®, DivX Certified®, and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under licence.All
Communication50View call logs ›You can view logs of your calls filtered by their types. In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Phone →
Communication51Add recipients of your message.3 Enter phone numbers manually, separating them with a ●semicolon or a comma.Select phone numbers from
Communication52View a text or multimedia message ›1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messaging.Your messages are grouped into messag
Communication53Send an email message ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Gmail.Select 2 .Enter a name or address in the recipient fi
Communication54Organise email by labels ›You can organise your email by labelling your messages or adding stars to mark important messages. You can so
Communication55When you are finished setting up the email account, the email messages are downloaded to your device. If you have created more than two
Communication56View an email message ›When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server
Communication57Start a chat ›In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Talk.Select a friend from the friend list. The chat screen opens.2 E
Communication58Social HubLearn to access Social Hub™, the integrated communication application for Social Network Service (SNS), email, messages, inst
Entertainment59EntertainmentCameraLearn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 3264 x 2448 pixels (8 mega
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Entertainment60Number Function 1 Change the camera settings. 2 Open the image viewer to view photos you captured. 3 Use camera shortcuts. ● : Change t
Entertainment61After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the taken photos.To view more photos, scroll left or right. ●To zoom in or o
Entertainment62Capture a photo in Self shot mode ›You can take photos of yourself conveniently using the front camera lens.In Idle mode, open the appl
Entertainment63Select 2 → Shooting mode → Beauty.Make any necessary adjustments.3 Select 4 to take a photo.Capture a panoramic photo ›You can take w
Entertainment64Move the device to follow the moving subject.5 The device automatically captures the next photos.Continue to follow the subject until t
Entertainment65Option FunctionFocus modeTake close-up photos or set the camera to focus on the subject or focus on human faces automatically.TimerSele
Entertainment66Option FunctionSave as flippedSet the camera to flip the image automatically when you take a photo with the front camera lens.StorageSe
Entertainment67Number Function 2 Open the image viewer to view videos you recorded. 3 Use camcorder shortcuts. ● : Change the flash setting. ● : Chang
Entertainment68To delete a video, select ●Delete.To play a video, select ● or select More → Play.To rename a video file, select ●More → Rename. Cus
Entertainment69Option FunctionStorageSelect a memory location for storing recorded videos.Reset Reset menus and shooting options.Edit the shortcut ico
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Entertainment70Control playback with the following icons:3 Icon FunctionChange a ratio of the video screen.Play the video on a DLNA-enabled device.Ski
Entertainment71Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX ●Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-D
Entertainment72Print - : Print a photo a WLAN or USB connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers.Edit - : Edit the photo.Cro
Entertainment73Synchronise with Windows Media Player 11. ●► p. 109Copy to your memory card. ●► p. 109 Play music ›After transferring music files to y
Entertainment74Select 5 Add music.Select the files you want to include and select 6 Add.During playback, you can add files to a playlist by pressing [
Entertainment75FM radioLearn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the r
Entertainment76Number Function 3 Add the current radio station to the favourites list. 4 Adjust the volume. 5 Fine-tune the frequency.Save a radio st
Entertainment77Adjust the following settings to customise your FM radio:3 Option FunctionBackground playingSet whether or not to run the FM radio in t
Personal information78Personal informationContactsLearn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile
Personal information79Find a contact ›1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.Scroll up or down on the contact list.2 You can al
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Personal information80Enter your own personal details.4 Select 5 .You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it
Personal information81To copy contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card,In Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Contacts.Press [2
Personal information82CalendarLearn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthly events, and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. Creat
Personal information83Stop an event alarm ›If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time. Open the
Personal information84MemoLearn to record important information to save and view at a later date. Create a memo ›In Idle mode, open the application li
Personal information85Voice recorderLearn to operate your device’s voice recorder.Record a voice memo ›In Idle mode, open the application list and sel
Web86WebWeb services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan.InternetLearn to access and bookmark your favourite
Web87While browsing the web page, use the following options:To zoom in or out, tap the screen with two fingers and ●spread them apart (move your fing
Web88Search for information by voice ›This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.In Idle mode, open the application
Web89To send the web address (URL) of the web page to others, ●select Share link.To copy the web address (URL) of the web page, select ●Copy link UR
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Web90Enter a keyword for the location and select 4 .To search for a location by voice, select .Select the location you want to view details. 5 To view
Web91LatitudeLearn to share your location with your friends and view friends’ locations via Google Latitude™.In Idle mode, open the application list a
Web92NavigationLearn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance.This feature may be unavailable depending
Web93YouTubeLearn to view and share videos via YouTube.This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.Watch videos ›In I
Web94Select 4 to start recording.Select 5 to stop recording. Select 6 Save to upload the video that you have recorded.Select your Google account if
Web95MarketYou can download games, ringtones, or other applications from Android Market.This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or se
Web96News & WeatherLearn to view the weather information and read top news and other news articles.View the weather information ›In Idle mode, ope
Connectivity97ConnectivityBluetoothBluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology capable of exchanging information over a distance of
Connectivity98Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled ›devicesIn Idle mode, open the application list and select 1 Settings → Bluetooth → Scan for
Connectivity99 ›Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless featureIn the application list, select 1 Settings → Bluetooth and then select the check box
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