Samsung GT-I9500 User Manual

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Getting started10Installing the SIM or USIM card and batteryInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the inc

Utilities100Changing calendar typeTap , and then select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others.Searching

Utilities101CloudUse this feature to sync files or back up application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox.On the Applications screen, tap Setti

Utilities102ClockUse this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or us

Utilities103Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified len

Utilities104CalculatorUse this application for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.Rotate the device to landscape

Utilities105Based on your physical statistics, the device calculates your basal metabolic rate (BMR) and recommends a daily caloric intake. The recomm

Utilities106Using the Walking mateSet a target number of steps and track your daily steps and burned calories.On the S Health home screen, tap → Pedo

Utilities107Using the Exercise mateSet an exercise goal and monitor your calories burned.On the S Health home screen, tap → Exercise.Access the S Hea

Utilities108Using the Food trackerSet a calorie goal and record your daily caloric intake.On the S Health home screen, tap → Food.Access the S Health

Utilities109Checking the comfort level of the current placeView the temperature and humidity of a place and compare the comfort level to preset condit

Getting started113 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.•Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory c

Utilities110Managing weightRecord your weight changes and manage the weight data.On the S Health home screen, tap → Weight.Access the S Health menu s

Utilities111Configuring settings for S HealthOn the S Health home screen, tap → Settings, and then select one of the following:•Edit profile: Edit

Utilities112S TranslatorUse this application to translate text into other languages.Tap S Translator on the Applications screen.Using S TranslatorSet

Utilities113Recording voice memosTap to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the bottom of the device. Tap to pause recording. Tap to fi

Utilities114Managing voice memosIn the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following:•Share via: Select voice memos to send, and then se

Utilities115Tips for better voice recognition•Speak clearly.•Speak in quiet places.•Do not use offensive or slang words.•Avoid speaking in dialect

Utilities116GoogleUse this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well.Tap Google on t

Utilities117Voice SearchUse this application to search webpages by speaking.Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.This application may not be av

Utilities118DownloadsUse this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.Tap Downloads on the Applications screen.This appl

Utilities119Optical ReaderUse this application to scan or extract text or data from images, documents, business cards, or QR codes.Tap Optical Reader

Getting started12Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.3 Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengag

Utilities120Samsung WalletUse this application to keep your mobile tickets, membership cards, and vouchers in the device. You can also add credit or d

121Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Application

122SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre

Settings123Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.On the

Settings124More networksCustomise settings to control networks.Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-ne

Settings125NFCActivate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information.•Android Beam: Turn on the Android Beam feature to send dat

Settings126•Lock screen widgets: These settings are applied only when you set the swipe lock option.–Clock or personal message: Set the device to sh

Settings127•Screen mode:–Adapt Display: Use this mode for optimising the display according to the display settings.–Dynamic: Use this mode to make

Settings128LED indicator•Charging: Set the device to turn on the notification light while you are charging the battery.•Low battery: Set the device

Settings129CallCustomise the settings for calling features.•Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone number

Getting started13Charging the batteryUse the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge t

Settings130•More settings:–Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls.–Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another

Settings131Hands-free modeSet the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in hands-free mode.Safety assistanceSet the device to

Settings132AccessoriesChange the accessory settings.•Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a de

Settings133Language and inputChange the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.LanguageSelect a

Settings134Google voice typingChange the voice input settings.•Choose input languages: Select input languages for text input.•Block offensive words:

Settings135Motions and gesturesActivate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device.•Air ge

Settings136•Palm motion:–Capture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the s

Settings137ACCOUNTSAdd accountAdd email or SNS accounts.CloudChange settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud stor

Settings138SecurityChange settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.•Device administrators: View device administrators installed on t

Settings139•Security policy updates:–Automatic updates: Set the device to check and download security updates automatically.–Preferred networks: Se

Getting started14•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.•If the device receives an unstabl

Settings140StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all da

141TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe

Troubleshooting142The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to

Troubleshooting143Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Troubleshooting144Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended

Troubleshooting145•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly

Troubleshooting146Data stored on the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot r

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Getting started15Reducing the battery consumptionYour device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deact

Getting started161 Remove the back cover.2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.3 Push the memory card into the slot

Getting started17Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the

Getting started18Holding the deviceDo not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the b

19BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table

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

Basics20Icon MeaningAlarm activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelUsing the touch s

Basics21Finger gesturesTappingTo open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen

Basics22DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap

Basics23FlickingFlick 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

Basics24Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc

Basics25Picking 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

Basics26Panning to browseWhen an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image

Basics27TiltingTap 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

Basics28CoveringCover the screen with your palm to mute incoming calls or alarms, or to pause media playback.Air GestureUse this feature to control fu

Basics29Air browseMove your hand to the left or right across the sensor to browse images, songs, or memos.Air moveTap and hold an icon with one hand,

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

Basics30Air call-acceptWhen a call comes in, move your hand to the left, and then to the right across the sensor to answer the call.Air ViewUse this f

Basics31Samsung Smart PauseUse this feature to pause videos when you look away from the screen.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → MY DEVICE → S

Basics32Activating Multi WindowUse this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time.•Only applications on the Multi Window panel c

Basics33Using Multi Window applicationsWhile using Multi Window applications, select an application window, tap the circle between the application win

Basics34•Sound: Activate or deactivate silent mode.•Screen rotation: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.•Bluet

Basics35Home screenThe Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to ap

Basics36Rearranging panelsAdding a new panelPinch on the screen, scroll to the last page, and then tap .Moving a panelPinch on the screen, tap and ho

Basics37Adding widgets to the Home screenOn the Home screen, tap → Widgets. Scroll left or right on the widgets panel, and then tap and hold a widge

Basics38Applications screenThe Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications installed.On the Home screen, t

Basics39Disabling applicationsTap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to disable it.To enable the application, on the Applicati

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

Basics40Using the Samsung keyboardBreak to the next line.Delete a preceding character.Enter punctuation marks.Enter uppercase.Set options for the Sams

Basics41Entering text by voiceActivate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak.If the device do

Basics42Joining Wi-Fi networksOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → CONNECTIONS → Wi-Fi, and then drag the Wi-Fi switch to the right.Select a net

Basics43Setting up accountsGoogle applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and GALAXY Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Googl

Basics44Connecting with Samsung KiesSamsung Kies is a computer application that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices.

Basics45Securing the devicePrevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. T

Basics46Unlocking 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

47CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi

Communication48Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict

Communication49• → Contacts: Open the contacts list.• → Memo: Create a memo.• → Message: Send a message.Adding contactsTo add a phone number to the

5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery13 Charging the battery15

Communication50Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.If the call waiting service is active, another cal

Communication51Video callsMaking a video callEnter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video call.During a

Communication52ContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications

Communication53Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:• : Add to favourite contacts.• / : Make a voice or video call.• : C

Communication54Sharing contactsTap → Share name card, select contacts, tap DONE, and then select a sharing method.Favourite contactsTap to add con

Communication55Business cardCreate a business card and send it to others.Tap Set my profile, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and p

Communication56Sending scheduled messagesWhile composing a message, tap → Schedule message. Set a time and date, and then tap DONE. The device will

Communication57EmailUse this application to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email

Communication58Reading messagesSelect an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap .Tap a message t

Communication59GmailUse this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Gmail on the Applications screen.•This applicatio

Table of Contents6102 Clock104 Calculator104 S Health112 S Translator112 Voice Recorder114 S Voice116 Google117 Voice Search117 My Files118 Down

Communication60LabelsGoogle Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inb

Communication61PhotosUse this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services.Tap Photos on the Applications scree

62Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,

Web & network63HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history.Lin

Web & network64Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap → , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that app

Web & network65Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → CONNECTIONS → Bluetooth → SCAN, and detected devices

Web & network66Samsung LinkUse this application to play content saved on remotely located devices or web storage services over the Internet. You c

Web & network67Managing contents on a web storage serviceSelect a web storage service, and then view and manage your files.To transfer files betwe

Web & network68Creating a group for Group PlayWhen you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and view the device’s scree

Web & network69• : Combine connected devices’ screens to show a larger display.• : Spilt the combined screen.• : Adjust the volume.• : Write a

7Getting startedDevice layoutBack buttonMultipurpose jackNotification lightEarpieceProximity/Gesture sensorMenu buttonMicrophoneFront cameraPower butt

Web & network70Sending data via Android BeamUse the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and contacts, to NFC-enabled devices.On th

Web & network71WatchONUse this application to connect to a TV to watch your favourite shows and movies.Tap WatchON on the Applications screen.You

72MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the device

Media73To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Smart volume.When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than th

Media74CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 82)Tap Camera on

Media75Shooting 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

Media76•Animated photo: Use this to create animated photos from a video.•Rich tone (HDR): Use this to take a photo with an improved contrast ratio.•

Media77Panoramic photosA panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots.Tap MODE → Panorama.Tap and move the camera in one di

Media78Recording modeTap → to change recording mode.•Normal: Use this mode for normal quality.•Limit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for

Media79Dual Camera modeWhen you take a landscape photo with the rear camera, the photo or video of captured by the front camera appears in an inset wi

Getting started8The 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

Media80Controlling the camera remotelySet the device as a viewfinder to control the camera remotely.Tap → → Remote viewfinder, and then connect the

Media81•Location tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. Activate this feature when taking photos to create albums in Story Album.•To improve G

Media82GalleryUse this application to view images and videos.Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on

Media83Playing videosVideo files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap .Trimming segments of a videoSelect a video, and

Media84Modifying imagesWhen viewing an image, tap and use the following functions:•Rotate: Rotate the image.•Crop: Crop the image.•Colour: Adjust

Media85Sharing imagesUse one of the following methods:•In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them to oth

Media86Story AlbumUse this application to create your own digital album to keep your stories by organising the images neatly and automatically.Tap Sto

Media87Creating albums by tag informationCreate albums by sorting photos by tag information, such as the location where an image was taken, subjects,

Media88Editing 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

Media89Creating albums with recommended photosWhen you take multiple photos in a location, the device suggests creating a new album based on the locat

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

Media90VideoUse this application to play video files.Tap Video on the Applications screen.•Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX Vid

Media91Deleting videosTap → Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap .Sharing videosDuring playback, tap → Share via, and then select a sha

Media92FlipboardUse this application to access your personalised magazines.Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.This application may not be availa

93Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap

Application & media stores94Samsung GALAXY AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information,

Application & media stores95Play Movies & TVUse this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows.Tap Play Movies & TV on t

96UtilitiesS MemoUse this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings.Tap S Memo on the Applications screen.Composing memosCreate m

Utilities97When jotting down a memo, tap once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour.When erasing the handwritten memo, tap , an

Utilities98To move memos to another folder, tap → Move.To copy memos, tap → Copy.To change the S Memo settings, tap → Settings.To access help info

Utilities99To 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