Samsung SM-J510GN/DS User Manual

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Basics10Device layout and functionsPackage contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•USB cable•Earphone•USB power adaptor•Qui

Settings100BluetoothUse Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.•Samsung is not responsible for the loss, inte

Settings101Sending and receiving dataMany apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bl

Settings102NFC and payment (NFC-enabled models)Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about produ

Settings1032 Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader.To set the default payment app, open the Settings screen and

Settings104Mobile Hotspot and TetheringUse the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the net

Settings105SIM card manager (dual SIM models)Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM or USIM card

Settings106PrintingConfigure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct,

Settings107Sounds and vibrationChange settings for various sounds on the device.On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration.•Sound mode: Set the

Settings108NotificationsChange the notification settings for each app.On the Settings screen, tap Notifications.To customise notification settings, ta

Settings109•Status bar: Customise the settings for displaying notifications or indicators on the status bar.•Screen timeout: Set the length of time

Basics11Device layoutFront cameraMicrophoneBack keyFlashProximity sensorReceiverPower keyMultipurpose jackHeadset jackTouchscreenRecents keyHome keyVo

Settings110•Quick launch Camera: Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Power key twice quickly.•Multi window: Select a Multi window la

Settings111Device maintenanceThe device maintenance feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, memory, and system s

Settings112BatteryCheck the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activat

Settings113MemoryOn the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Memory.To speed up your device by reducing the amount of memory you are using, tick

Settings114•Notifications: Set whether or not to show notification content on the locked screen and select which notifications to display.•App short

Settings115•My Profile: Manage your personal information and Samsung account details.This feature may not be supported by some devices.•Accounts: Ad

Settings116GoogleConfigure settings for some features provided by Google.On the Settings screen, tap Google.AccessibilityConfigure various settings to

Settings117General managementCustomise your device’s system settings or reset the device.On the Settings screen, tap General management.•Language and

Settings1183 To set the selected language as the default language, tap SET AS DEFAULT. To keep the current language setting, tap KEEP CURRENT.The sele

Settings119User manualView help information to learn how to use the device and apps or configure important settings.On the Settings screen, tap User m

Basics12•Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:–If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the d

120AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your de

Appendix121The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen

Appendix122Calls are not connected•Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.•Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone

Appendix123The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers)•Ensure that the charger is connected properly.•Visit a Samsung Servi

Appendix124Error messages appear when opening multimedia filesIf you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your

Appendix125Your device cannot find your current locationGPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors. Set the device to use Wi-Fi

Appendix126The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the notification panelOpen the notification panel by dragging the status bar downwa

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Basics13BatteryInstalling the battery1 Remove the back cover.Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.Do not bend or t

Basics143 Replace the back cover.Removing the battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.

Basics15Charging the batteryCharge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.Use only Samsung-app

Basics16Reducing the battery consumptionYour device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.•Optimise the device using the devi

Basics17SIM or USIM cardInstalling the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.For dual SIM mode

Basics18–Type 2 (SM-J710F, SM-J710FN):► Dual SIM models: Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.Insert the prim

Basics19–Type 2 (SM-J710F/DS, SM-J710FN/DS, SM-J710FN/DD, SM-J710GN/DS):12Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happen

2Table of ContentsBasics4 Read me first6 Device overheating situations and solutions10 Device layout and functions13 Battery17 SIM or USIM card21

Basics20► 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

Basics21Memory card (microSD card)Installing a memory cardYour device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not

Basics22Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.Launch the Settings app and tap Device maintenance

Basics23Turning the device on and offPress and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.When you turn on your device for the first t

Basics24Initial setupWhen you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to set up you

Basics256 Sign in to your Samsung account. You can enjoy Samsung services and keep your data up to date and secure across all of your devices. Refer t

Basics26Samsung accountIntroductionYour Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided

Basics273 Enter your email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN.If you forget your account information, tap Forgotten your ID or password? You c

Basics28Smart SwitchTransfer data between mobile devices via Smart Switch. If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Apps or Play Store.Tran

Basics29Transferring backup data from a computerTransfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch computer version

Table of Contents3Appendix120 TroubleshootingSettings97 Introduction97 Connections98 Wi-Fi100 Bluetooth102 NFC and payment (NFC-enabled models)104 M

Basics30Samsung CloudBack up data from your previous device to Samsung Cloud and restore the data to your new device. You must register and sign in to

Basics31Understanding the screenControlling the touchscreen•Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electros

Basics32DraggingTap and hold an item and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap the screen.SwipingSwipe upwards, downwards, to the le

Basics33Home screen and Apps screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to

Basics34Switching between Home and Apps screensOn the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to open the Apps screen. To return to the Home screen, s

Basics35Creating foldersCreate folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps.1 On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap

Basics36Editing the Home screenOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the editing options. You can s

Basics37Indicator 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

Basics38Lock 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

Basics39Screen captureCapture a screenshot while using the device.Press and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously. You can view captured

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

Basics40You can use the following functions on the notification panel.Tap a notification and perform various actions.Clear all notifications.Launch Se

Basics41Entering textKeyboard layoutA keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more.Text entry is not su

Basics42Additional keyboard functionsTap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last funct

Basics43DictionaryLook up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages.This feature may not be supported by some

44Apps and featuresInstalling or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsPurchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy

Apps and features45Managing appsUninstalling apps and using app sleep modeTap and hold an app and select an option.•Disable: Disable selected default

Apps and features46PhoneIntroductionMake or answer voice and video calls.Making calls1 Launch the Phone app and enter a phone number.If the keypad doe

Apps and features47Making calls from call logs or contacts listTap RECENTS or CONTACTS, and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to

Apps and features48Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.Rejecting a callWhen a call comes in, drag o

Apps and features49Options during callsDuring a voice callThe following actions are available:• : Access additional options.•Add call: Dial a second

Basics5•Be careful not to forget your unlock codes for the screen lock, accounts, and other security features. If you forget an unlock code, you will

Apps and features50Adding a phone number to ContactAdding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad1 Launch the Phone app.2 Enter the number and tap

Apps and features51ContactsIntroductionCreate new contacts or manage contacts on the device.Adding contactsCreating a new contact1 Launch the Contacts

Apps and features52Importing contactsAdd contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.1 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Manage co

Apps and features53Sharing contactsYou can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.1 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Share.2 S

Apps and features54Merging duplicate contactsWhen you import contacts from other storages, or sync contacts with other accounts, your contacts list ma

Apps and features553 Enter a message.Access additional options.Enter a message.Add recipients from the contacts list.Enter emoticons.Attach files.Edit

Apps and features56Blocking unwanted messagesBlock messages from specific numbers added to your block list.1 Launch the Messages app and tap → Setti

Apps and features57InternetIntroductionBrowse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently.

Apps and features58Using secret modeIn secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a

Apps and features59EmailSetting up email accountsSet up an email account when opening Email for the first time.1 Open the Samsung folder and launch th

Basics6Device overheating situations and solutionsWhen the device heats up while charging the batteryWhile charging, the device and the charger may be

Apps and features60CameraIntroductionTake photos and record videos using various modes and settings.Camera etiquette•Do not take photos or record vid

Apps and features61Using swipe gesturesQuickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the shooting mode, switch

Apps and features62Viewing filter effectsOn the preview screen, swipe to the left to open the list of filter effects. You can apply a unique effect to

Apps and features63•Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. Or, drag on the zoom bar towards or .•To adjust th

Apps and features64•Continuous shot: Take a series of photos of moving subjects.•HDR (Rich tone): Take multiple shots in various exposures and combi

Apps and features65Available options• : Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low-light situati

Apps and features66HDR (Rich tone)Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas.On the shooting modes list, tap HD

Apps and features67SportsTake a photo of fast-moving subjects.On the shooting modes list, tap Sports.Sound & shotTake a photo with sound. The devi

Apps and features68Applying beauty effectsYou can modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self-portraits.This feat

Apps and features695 Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self-portrait.The device will take additional photos wh

Basics7When the device heats up during useWhen you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods, your device may temp

Apps and features70Camera settingsOn the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the shooting mode.REAR CAMERA•Picture

Apps and features71•Storage location: Select the memory location for storage.•Floating Camera button: Add a camera button that you can place anywher

Apps and features72Viewing images and videosViewing images1 Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES.2 Select an image.Access additional options.Share

Apps and features73Viewing videos1 Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES.2 Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbn

Apps and features74Creating storiesCreate stories with various themes.1 Launch the Gallery app and tap STORIES.2 Tap → Create story.3 Tick images or

Apps and features75Deleting stories1 Launch the Gallery app and tap STORIES.2 Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap DELETE.Syncing images and videos

Apps and features76Multi windowIntroductionMulti window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run multiple app

Apps and features77Using additional optionsTap the bar between the app windows to access additional options.Adjusting the window sizeDrag the bar betw

Apps and features78Minimising the split screen viewPress the Home key to minimise the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status bar. The

Apps and features79Pop-up viewThis feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.1 Tap to open the list of recently used

Basics8Do the following when the device heats up:•Keep the device updated with the latest software.•Conflicts between running apps may cause the dev

Apps and features80Samsung MembersSamsung Members offers support services to customers, such as device problem diagnosis, and lets users submit questi

Apps and features81CalendarIntroductionManage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner.Creating events1 Launch the Calendar

Apps and features82Creating tasks1 Launch the Calendar app and tap VIEW → Tasks.2 Tap and enter task details.3 Tap SAVE to save the task.Syncing eve

Apps and features83Using Samsung HealthYou can view the key information from Samsung Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness and fitness. Y

Apps and features84TOGETHERTogether allows you to set up step count goals and compete with your friends. You can invite friends to walk together, set

Apps and features85Additional information•Samsung Health is intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagno

Apps and features86Voice RecorderUse this app to record or play voice memos.1 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Voice Recorder app.2 Tap to sta

Apps and features87My FilesAccess and manage various files stored in the device.Open the Samsung folder and launch the My Files app.View files that ar

Apps and features88ClockIntroductionSet alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration.ALAR

Apps and features89STOPWATCH1 Launch the Clock app and tap STOPWATCH.2 Tap START to time an event.To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP.3

Basics9Precautions for operating environmentYour device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to avoid shortenin

Apps and features90RadioListening to the FM radioOpen the Samsung folder and launch the Radio app.Before you use this app, you must connect a headset,

Apps and features91Scanning radio stationsOpen the Samsung folder and launch the Radio app.Tap STATIONS → SCAN, and then select a scan option. The FM

Apps and features92Using Game Launcher1 Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features → Games, and then tap the Game Launcher switch to activate it.G

Apps and features93Using Game ToolsYou can set the Game Tools icon to be displayed as a floating icon on game screens.Launch the Settings app, tap Adv

Apps and features94Sharing contentShare content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images.You may incur

Apps and features95Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps.T

Apps and features96YouTubeWatch or create videos and share them with others.PhotosSearch for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various

97SettingsIntroductionCustomise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.Lau

Settings98•Mobile Hotspot and Tethering: Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the

Settings99Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.1 On the Settings screen, tap Conne