www.samsung.comUser ManualSM-G530FZ/DDEnglish (IND). 02/2015. Rev.1.0
Getting started102 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.Insert the primary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot
Troubleshooting100•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly
Troubleshooting101Data stored in the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot r
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Getting started114 Replace the back cover.•Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly.•Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with
Getting started12Using dual SIM or USIM cardsIf you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single dev
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
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
Getting started15Using a memory cardInstalling a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory
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 offPress and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.When you turn on your device for
18BasicsUsing the touch screen•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause t
Basics19Tapping and holdingTap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.DraggingTo move an item, tap and hol
2Table of ContentsRead me firstGetting started6 Package contents7 Device layout9 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery15 Using a memory card17 T
Basics20FlickingFlick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list
Basics21Home screen layoutHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts
Basics22Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.
Basics23Apps screenThe Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. T
Basics24Indicator iconsIndicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.The stat
Basics25Icon MeaningVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelNotifications panelUsing the not
Basics26You can use the following functions on the notifications panel.Launch Settings.Tap a notification and perform various actions.Clear all notifi
Basics27•Bluetooth: Refer to Bluetooth for more information.•Mobile data: Refer to Data usage or Mobile networks for more information.•U. power sav
Basics28Installing appsBrowse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
Basics29Enabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap → Show disabled apps, select apps, and then tap Done. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings →
Table of Contents3Connecting with other devices69 Bluetooth71 Wi-Fi Direct73 NFC75 Screen Mirroring77 Mobile printingDevice & data manager78 U
Basics30Changing the input languageTap → Select input languages, and then select the languages to use. If you select two or more languages, you can
Basics31Changing the keyboard typeTap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to u
Basics32My FilesAbout My FilesUse this app to access various files stored in the device.Tap My Files on the Apps screen.Access additional options.Sear
Basics33Power saving featureUltra power saving modeUse this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs
34Network connectivityMobile dataConnect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usa
Network connectivity35Tethering and Mobile hotspotAbout tethering and mobile hotspotsUse this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection wit
Network connectivity36Using USB tetheringShare the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settin
37PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screensManaging the Home screenAdding itemsTap and hold an app from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the
Personalising38Managing panelsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, scroll left to the last p
Personalising39Setting wallpaper and ringtonesSetting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the lock
4Read me firstPlease read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.•Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
Personalising40Changing the screen lock methodYou can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal informati
Personalising41Transferring data from your previous deviceUsing backup accountsYou can transfer backup data from your previous device to your new devi
Personalising42Using Samsung KiesImport a backup of your data from your computer via Samsung Kies to restore data on your device. You can also back up
43PhoneMaking callsTap Phone on the Apps screen.Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap or to make a voice call, or tap to make a video c
Phone44Making an international callTap Keypad.Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then t
Phone45Options during callsDuring a voice callThe following actions are available:•Add call: Dial a second call.•Keypad: Open the keypad.•End call:
46ContactsAdding contactsMoving contacts from other devicesYou can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from yo
Contacts47Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts l
48Messages & emailMessagesSending messagesSend text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).You may incur additional charges for sending or re
Messages & email49Viewing incoming messagesIncoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s me
Read me first5Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your
Messages & email50Sending emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap at the bottom of the screen to compose a message.Add recipients.Add a CC or BCC.
Messages & email51Reading emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap , select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually ret
52CameraBasic shootingTaking photos or recording videos1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen.2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should f
Camera53•The camera automatically shuts off when unused.•Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes
Camera54Shooting modesAutoUse this mode to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the Apps screen
Camera554 Show your palm to the screen or tap to take a photo of yourself.5 Slowly rotate the device left and then right to take a panoramic photo.
Camera56Rear-cam selfieUse this mode to allow the camera to detect and focus your face automatically when you take a self-portrait using the rear came
Camera57NightUse this mode to take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → Night.Animated GIFUse
Camera58•White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific light
59GalleryViewing content on the deviceOn the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video.Video files show the icon on the preview thumbna
6Getting startedPackage contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Battery•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device
60Useful apps and featuresS PlannerCreating events or tasks1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen.2 Tap . Alternatively, select a date with no events or
Useful apps and features61Syncing events and tasks with your accountsTap S Planner on the Apps screen.To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap
Useful apps and features62VideoPlaying videosTap Video on the Apps screen.Select a video to play.Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar.Change
Useful apps and features63ClockAlarmOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm.Setting alarmsTap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days o
Useful apps and features64StopwatchOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → Stopwatch.Tap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times.Tap Stop to stop
Useful apps and features65RadioListening to the FM radioTap Radio on the Apps screen.Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves
Useful apps and features66Voice RecorderRecording voice memosTap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen.Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.
Useful apps and features67Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some
Useful apps and features68MapsFind your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places.PhotosManage photo
69Connecting with other devicesBluetoothAbout BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bl
Getting started7Device layoutMicrophoneTouch screenFront cameraProximity sensorMultipurpose jackHome buttonRecent apps buttonPower buttonEarpieceBack
Connecting with other devices70Pairing with other Bluetooth devices1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth switch to activat
Connecting with other devices71Receiving an imageWhen another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. The received imag
Connecting with other devices72Sending and receiving dataYou can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following action
Connecting with other devices73NFCAbout NFCYour device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products.
Connecting with other devices74Making a purchase with the NFC featureBefore you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mo
Connecting with other devices75Screen MirroringAbout Screen MirroringUse this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast d
Connecting with other devices76Viewing content on a TVBefore you connect your device to a TV, connect the TV and the screen mirroring-enabled device.
Connecting with other devices77Mobile printingConnect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.Some printers m
78Device & data managerUpgrading the deviceThe device can be upgraded to the latest software.Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upgr
Device & data manager79Transferring files between the device and a computerMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to th
Getting started8•Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.•Using a
Device & data manager80Backing up and restoring dataKeep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up yo
81SettingsAbout SettingsUse this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Apps screen.CONNECTIONSWi-FiActiva
Settings82Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.Tap → Wi-Fi Direct.BluetoothActiva
Settings83Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.On the Settings screen, tap Flight mod
Settings84LocationChange settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Location, and then tap the Location switch to activ
Settings85More networksCustomise settings to control networks.On the Settings screen, tap More networks.Default messaging appSelect the default app to
Settings86DisplayChange the display settings.On the Settings screen, tap Display.•Wallpaper:–Home screen: Select a background image for the Home scr
Settings87•Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock.•Unlock effect: Select an effect that you see when you unlock the
Settings88•Voicemail:–Voicemail service: Select your voicemail service provider.–Voicemail settings: Enter the number to access the voicemail servi
Settings89AccessibilityUse this feature to improve accessibility to the device.On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility.•Direct access: Set the devi
Getting started9Using the SIM or USIM card and batteryInstalling the SIM or USIM card and batteryInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile te
Settings90•Flash notification: Set the flash to blink when you have incoming calls, new messages, or notifications.•Turn off all sounds: Set the dev
Settings91Samsung keyboardTo change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap .The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.•
Settings92Voice search•Language: Select a language for voice recognition.•Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to th
Settings93Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.On the Settings screen, tap Date a
Settings94BatteryView the amount of battery power consumed by your device.On the Settings screen, tap Battery.•Display battery percentage: Set the de
Settings95•Remote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must si
96TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.When
Troubleshooting97The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the tou
Troubleshooting98Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet
Troubleshooting99Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use apps that require more power or use apps on your device for an extended period of time, y
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