Samsung SM-J106F/DS User Manual

www.samsung.comUser ManualEnglish. 04/2018. Rev.1.2SM-J106BSM-J106FSM-J106H/DSSM-J106M/DSSM-J106B/DSSM-J106F/DSSM-J106M

Basics10Charging the batteryCharge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.Use only Samsung-app

Basics11Viewing the remaining charging timeWhile charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Battery.The actual charging time may vary de

Basics12•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.•If the device receives an unstable power s

Basics13SIM or USIM cardInstalling the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.•Use only a micr

Basics14► Dual SIM models: Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.Insert the primary SIM or USIM card into SIM c

Basics15► Dual SIM models:Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models)If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service

Basics16Memory card (microSD card)Installing a memory cardYour device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not

Basics17Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage →

Basics18Touchscreen•Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscre

Basics19DraggingTo move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-

2Table of ContentsBasics4 Read me first5 Package contents6 Device layout8 Battery13 SIM or USIM card16 Memory card (microSD card)17 Turning the

Basics20Spreading and pinchingSpread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.Home screenHome screenThe Home

Basics21Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Home screen to access the available options. Alternatively, on the Home screen, t

Basics22Removing itemsTap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.Creating foldersCreate folders and gather similar appl

Basics23Managing panelsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap

Basics243 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.4 Tap Enter folder name.

Basics25Indicator 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

Basics26Lock screenPressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not u

Basics27Notification panelUsing the notification panelWhen you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on

Basics28► Dual SIM models:View more quick setting buttons.Launch Settings.Tap a notification and perform various actions.Access the notification setti

Basics29Entering textKeyboard layoutA keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more.Text entry is not su

Table of Contents3Appendix86 TroubleshootingSettings68 Introduction68 Wi-Fi70 Bluetooth71 Flight mode72 Mobile hotspot and tethering73 Data usage73

Basics30Additional keyboard functionsTap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last funct

Basics31Opening appsOn the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap and

Basics32Registering an existing Samsung accountIf you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → A

Basics33Transferring data from your previous deviceYou can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch.The following

Basics34Transferring backup data from a computerBack up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.1 On the compu

Basics35Device and data managementConnecting the device to a computer for data transferMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the devi

Basics36Updating the deviceThe device can be updated to the latest software.Updating over the airThe device can be directly updated to the latest soft

Basics37Backing up and restoring dataKeep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive inform

Basics38Sharing featuresShare content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images.You may incur additiona

39ApplicationsInstalling or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsPurchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devi

4BasicsRead me firstPlease read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.•Descriptions are based on the device’s default set

Applications40Managing appsUninstalling or disabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Applications → Application manager, select an app, and the

Applications41PhoneIntroductionMake or answer voice and video calls.Making calls1 Tap Phone on the Apps screen.2 Enter a phone number.If the keypad do

Applications42► Dual SIM models: Tap or to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call.Add the number to the contacts list.Preview the phone

Applications43Making an international call1 Tap to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen.2 Tap and hold 0 until the + sign app

Applications44When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls will be logged in the call log.You can also block

Applications45ContactsIntroductionCreate new contacts or manage contacts on the device.Adding contactsCreating contacts manually1 Tap Contacts on the

Applications46Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts list.•D

Applications47Sending messagesYou may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming.1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen.2 Tap .3 A

Applications48Viewing messagesMessages are grouped into message threads by contact.You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you ar

Applications49Setting the message notificationYou can change notification sound, display options, and more.1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen.2 Tap MOR

Basics5Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your device

Applications50Browsing webpages1 Tap Samsung → Internet on the Apps screen.2 Tap the address field.3 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap

Applications51Activating secret modeIn the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap Tabs → ENABLE SECRET. If you are using this feature for the first

Applications52Sending emails1 Tap to compose an email.2 Add recipients and enter an email text.3 Tap SEND to send the mail.Reading emailsWhen Email

Applications53Taking photos or recording videos1 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.2 Tap to take a photo or tap to

Applications54Launching Camera on the locked screenTo quickly take photos, launch Camera on the locked screen.On the locked screen, drag outside the

Applications55Pro modeTake photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value.On the preview screen, tap M

Applications56SelfieTake self-portraits with the front camera.1 On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits.2 Tap MO

Applications57• : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.• : Adjust the slide bar to take a photo with lighten

Applications58•Storage location: Select the memory location for storage.•Volume keys function: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the s

Applications59Viewing videos1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.2 Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail.Change scr

Basics6Device layoutFront cameraPower keyBack keyMicrophoneReceiverTouchscreenHome keyRecents keyMultipurpose jackVolume keyLoud speakerRear cameraGPS

Applications60S PlannerIntroductionManage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner.Creating events1 Tap S Planner on the App

Applications61Syncing events and tasks with your accountsOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accounts, select an account service, and then tap the Sync

Applications62My FilesAccess and manage various files stored in the device.On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → My Files.View files by category, or view

Applications63ClockIntroductionSet alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration.AlarmOn t

Applications64Stopwatch1 On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Stopwatch.2 Tap START to time an event.To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP.3 T

Applications65RadioListening to the FM radioTap Samsung → Radio on the Apps screen.Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves a

Applications66Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer

Applications67DriveStore your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.YouTubeWatch or create videos and share them wit

68SettingsIntroductionCustomise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.On

Settings69Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.1 On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi

Basics7•Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:–If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the de

Settings70BluetoothIntroductionUse Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.•Samsung is not responsible for the

Settings71Sending and receiving dataMany apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Blu

Settings72Mobile hotspot and tetheringUse the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the netw

Settings73Data usageKeep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation.On the Settings screen, tap Data usage.•Mobile

Settings74More connection settingsOptionsCustomise settings to control other features.On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings.•Nearby de

Settings75Printing contentWhile viewing content, such as images or documents, tap Share → Print → → All printers, and then select a printer.Smart Ma

Settings76BatteryOn the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager → Battery.Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with lo

Settings77ApplicationsManage the device’s apps and change their settings.On the Settings screen, tap Applications.•Application manager: View and mana

Settings78NotificationsChange the notification settings for each app.On the Settings screen, tap Notifications.To customise notification settings, tap

Settings79•Icon frames: Set whether to display shaded backgrounds to make icons stand out.•Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits b

Basics8BatteryInstalling the battery1 Remove the back cover.Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.Do not bend or tw

Settings80Lock screen and securityChange the settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and sec

Settings81PrivacyChange the settings for maintaining your privacy.On the Settings screen, tap Privacy.•Location: Change settings for location informa

Settings82AccountsAdd your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with.Adding accountsSome apps used on your device require a registe

Settings83Sync settingsCustomise the sync settings of your data, such as contacts, calendar events, images, and videos.Backup and restoreBack up your

Settings84Language and inputSelect device languages and change settings, such as keyboards and voice input types. Some options may not be available de

Settings85StorageView memory information for your device.On the Settings screen, tap Storage.The actual available capacity of the internal memory is l

86AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your dev

Appendix87The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen

Appendix88Calls are not connected•Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.•Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone

Appendix89The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers)•Ensure that the charger is connected properly.•If the battery termina

Basics93 Replace the back cover.Removing the battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.

Appendix90Photo quality is poorer than the preview•The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques

Appendix91A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer•Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your d

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