Samsung SM-G530FZ User Manual

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Page 1 - User Manual

www.samsung.comUser ManualSM-G530FZ/DDEnglish (IND). 02/2015. Rev.1.0

Page 2 - Table of Contents

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

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Troubleshooting100•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly

Page 4 - Read me first

Troubleshooting101Data stored in the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot r

Page 5 - Instructional icons

CopyrightCopyright © 2015 Samsung ElectronicsThis manual is protected under international copyright laws.No part of this manual may be reproduced, dis

Page 6 - Getting started

Getting started114 Replace the back cover.•Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly.•Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with

Page 7 - Device layout

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

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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

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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

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Getting started15Using a memory cardInstalling a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory

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

Page 12 - Using dual SIM or USIM cards

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

Page 13 - Charging the battery

18BasicsUsing the touch screen•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause t

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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

Page 15 - Using a memory card

2Table of ContentsRead me firstGetting started6 Package contents7 Device layout9 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery15 Using a memory card17 T

Page 16 - Formatting the memory card

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

Page 17 - Turning the device on and off

Basics21Home screen layoutHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts

Page 18 - Using the touch screen

Basics22Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.

Page 19 - Double-tapping

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

Page 20 - Spreading and pinching

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

Page 21 - Home screen layout

Basics25Icon MeaningVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelNotifications panelUsing the not

Page 22 - Home screen options

Basics26You can use the following functions on the notifications panel.Launch Settings.Tap a notification and perform various actions.Clear all notifi

Page 23 - Apps screen

Basics27•Bluetooth: Refer to Bluetooth for more information.•Mobile data: Refer to Data usage or Mobile networks for more information.•U. power sav

Page 24 - Indicator icons

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

Page 25 - Notifications panel

Basics29Enabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap → Show disabled apps, select apps, and then tap Done. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings →

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Table of Contents3Connecting with other devices69 Bluetooth71 Wi-Fi Direct73 NFC75 Screen Mirroring77 Mobile printingDevice & data manager78 U

Page 27 - Opening apps

Basics30Changing the input languageTap → Select input languages, and then select the languages to use. If you select two or more languages, you can

Page 28 - Managing apps

Basics31Changing the keyboard typeTap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to u

Page 29 - Entering text

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

Page 30 - Changing the keyboard layout

Basics33Power saving featureUltra power saving modeUse this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs

Page 31 - Screen capture

34Network connectivityMobile dataConnect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usa

Page 32 - My Files

Network connectivity35Tethering and Mobile hotspotAbout tethering and mobile hotspotsUse this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection wit

Page 33 - Power saving feature

Network connectivity36Using USB tetheringShare the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settin

Page 34 - Network connectivity

37PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screensManaging the Home screenAdding itemsTap and hold an app from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the

Page 35 - Tethering and Mobile hotspot

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

Page 36 - Using Bluetooth tethering

Personalising39Setting wallpaper and ringtonesSetting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the lock

Page 37 - Personalising

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.

Page 38 - Managing the Apps screen

Personalising40Changing the screen lock methodYou can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal informati

Page 39 - Changing ringtones

Personalising41Transferring data from your previous deviceUsing backup accountsYou can transfer backup data from your previous device to your new devi

Page 40 - Password

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

Page 41 - Using Samsung Smart Switch

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

Page 42 - Setting up accounts

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

Page 43 - Making calls

Phone45Options during callsDuring a voice callThe following actions are available:•Add call: Dial a second call.•Keypad: Open the keypad.•End call:

Page 44 - Receiving calls

46ContactsAdding contactsMoving contacts from other devicesYou can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from yo

Page 45 - Options during calls

Contacts47Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts l

Page 46 - Contacts

48Messages & emailMessagesSending messagesSend text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).You may incur additional charges for sending or re

Page 47 - Searching for contacts

Messages & email49Viewing incoming messagesIncoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s me

Page 48 - Messages & email

Read me first5Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your

Page 49 - Setting up email accounts

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.

Page 50 - Sending emails

Messages & email51Reading emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap , select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually ret

Page 51 - Reading emails

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

Page 52 - Basic shooting

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

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Camera54Shooting modesAutoUse this mode to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the Apps screen

Page 54 - Shooting modes

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.

Page 55 - Panorama

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

Page 56 - HDR (Rich tone)

Camera57NightUse this mode to take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → Night.Animated GIFUse

Page 57 - Camera settings

Camera58•White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific light

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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

Page 59 - Viewing content on the device

6Getting startedPackage contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Battery•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device

Page 60 - Useful apps and features

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

Page 61 - Internet

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

Page 62 - Calculator

Useful apps and features62VideoPlaying videosTap Video on the Apps screen.Select a video to play.Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar.Change

Page 63 - World clock

Useful apps and features63ClockAlarmOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm.Setting alarmsTap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days o

Page 64 - Stopwatch

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

Page 65 - Scanning radio stations

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

Page 66 - Voice Recorder

Useful apps and features66Voice RecorderRecording voice memosTap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen.Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.

Page 67 - Google apps

Useful apps and features67Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some

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Useful apps and features68MapsFind your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places.PhotosManage photo

Page 69 - Connecting with other devices

69Connecting with other devicesBluetoothAbout BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bl

Page 70 - Sending and receiving data

Getting started7Device layoutMicrophoneTouch screenFront cameraProximity sensorMultipurpose jackHome buttonRecent apps buttonPower buttonEarpieceBack

Page 71 - Wi-Fi Direct

Connecting with other devices70Pairing with other Bluetooth devices1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth switch to activat

Page 72 - Ending the device connection

Connecting with other devices71Receiving an imageWhen another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. The received imag

Page 73 - Using the NFC feature

Connecting with other devices72Sending and receiving dataYou can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following action

Page 74 - Sending data

Connecting with other devices73NFCAbout NFCYour device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products.

Page 75 - Screen Mirroring

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

Page 76 - Viewing content on a TV

Connecting with other devices75Screen MirroringAbout Screen MirroringUse this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast d

Page 77 - Mobile printing

Connecting with other devices76Viewing content on a TVBefore you connect your device to a TV, connect the TV and the screen mirroring-enabled device.

Page 78 - Device & data manager

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

Page 79 - Connecting with Samsung Kies

78Device & data managerUpgrading the deviceThe device can be upgraded to the latest software.Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upgr

Page 80 - Performing a data reset

Device & data manager79Transferring files between the device and a computerMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to th

Page 81 - Settings

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

Page 82 - Bluetooth

Device & data manager80Backing up and restoring dataKeep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up yo

Page 83 - SIM card manager

81SettingsAbout SettingsUse this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Apps screen.CONNECTIONSWi-FiActiva

Page 84 - Printing

Settings82Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.Tap → Wi-Fi Direct.BluetoothActiva

Page 85 - More networks

Settings83Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.On the Settings screen, tap Flight mod

Page 86 - Lock screen

Settings84LocationChange settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Location, and then tap the Location switch to activ

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Settings85More networksCustomise settings to control networks.On the Settings screen, tap More networks.Default messaging appSelect the default app to

Page 88 - PERSONAL

Settings86DisplayChange the display settings.On the Settings screen, tap Display.•Wallpaper:–Home screen: Select a background image for the Home scr

Page 89 - Accessibility

Settings87•Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock.•Unlock effect: Select an effect that you see when you unlock the

Page 90 - Language and input

Settings88•Voicemail:–Voicemail service: Select your voicemail service provider.–Voicemail settings: Enter the number to access the voicemail servi

Page 91 - Google voice typing

Settings89AccessibilityUse this feature to improve accessibility to the device.On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility.•Direct access: Set the devi

Page 92 - Pointer speed

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

Page 93 - Ultra power saving mode

Settings90•Flash notification: Set the flash to blink when you have incoming calls, new messages, or notifications.•Turn off all sounds: Set the dev

Page 94 - Security

Settings91Samsung keyboardTo change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap .The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.•

Page 95 - About device

Settings92Voice search•Language: Select a language for voice recognition.•Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to th

Page 96 - Troubleshooting

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

Page 97 - Calls are not connected

Settings94BatteryView the amount of battery power consumed by your device.On the Settings screen, tap Battery.•Display battery percentage: Set the de

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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

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96TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.When

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Troubleshooting97The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the tou

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Troubleshooting98Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Page 102 - Trademarks

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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