Samsung EK-GC100 User Manual

www.samsung.com/hkUser ManualEK-GC100

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

Utilities100To change the sheet background, tap → Change background.To add tags, tap → Add tag.Browsing memosTo search for a memo, tap → Search.T

Utilities101S PlannerUse this application to manage events and tasks.Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.Creating events or tasksTap , and then

Utilities102Syncing with Google CalendarTo manually sync for updating, tap → Sync.Changing calendar typeSelect one from among different types of cal

Utilities103DropboxUse this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to your Dropbox folder,

Utilities104AlarmSetting alarmsTap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save.•Snooze:

Utilities105StopwatchTap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times.Tap Reset to clear lap time records.TimerSet the duration, and then tap S

Utilities106S VoiceUse this application to command the device by voice to send a message and more.Tap S Voice on the Applications screen.This feature

Utilities107Search scopeTo select what applications to search, tap → Settings → Phone search, and then tick the items to search for.Google NowLaunch

Utilities108DownloadedTap Downloaded to check what applications are installed.To uninstall an application, tap Uninstall next to it.RAMTap RAM to chec

Utilities109DownloadsUse this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.Tap Downloads on the Applications screen.This appl

Getting started113 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.4 Insert the battery.Make sure to properly align the battery’s gold

110Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Application

Travel & local111Get directions for a destination1 Tap .2 Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations:•My current loc

Travel & local112NavigationUse this application to search for a route to a destination.Tap Navigation on the Applications screen.•Navigation maps

113SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre

Settings114Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.On the Settings screen, tap Wi

Settings115More settingsCustomise settings to control connections with other devices or networks.Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on yo

Settings116VPNSet up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).Nearby devices•File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other DLNA certified

Settings117Blocking modeSelect features and set the device to hide or show notification icons of them for specified periods.SoundChange settings for v

Settings118•Screen mode: Select a display mode.•Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.•Auto-rotate screen: Set the content to rotate automa

Settings119PowerActivate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode.•Auto power off: Set the length of time the device waits bef

Getting started12Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery1 Slide the latch and open the flap.2 Pull out the battery.3 Push the SIM or USIM card until

Settings120Lock screenChange settings for securing the device.•Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature.•Lock screen options:The settings are a

Settings121SecurityChange settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.•Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the devi

Settings122•Make passwords visible: By default, the device hides passwords for security. Set the device to display passwords as they are entered.•De

Settings123Google voice typingTo change the voice input settings, select .•Choose input languages: Select input languages for Google voice recogniti

Settings124•Fuzzy Pinyin Input: Select Fuzzy pinyin pairs so that you can easily enter Chinese characters that are similar in phonetic spelling.•Han

Settings125•Handwriting: Customise settings for handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness, or pen colour.•Voice input: Activate the

Settings126CloudChange settings for syncing data or managing your Samsung cloud and Dropbox cloud accounts.Backup and resetChange the settings for man

Settings127•Learn about motions: Discover how to use each motion recognition.•Palm swipe to capture: Set to capture an image of the screen when you

Settings128AccessibilityAccessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alter the following setti

Settings129Developer optionsChange the settings for application development.•Desktop backup password: Set a password to secure your backup data.•Sta

Getting started13Charging the batteryCharge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be a

Settings130•Animator duration scale: Select how long pop-up windows will be shown.•Disable hardware overlays: Set to hide hardware overlays.•Force

131TroubleshootingThe subject’s eyes appear redRed eyes occurs when the subject’s eyes reflect light from the camera flash.If the photo has already be

Troubleshooting132Photos are blurred when shooting at nightAs the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficu

Troubleshooting133When you cannot turn on the device•Ensure that the battery is inserted. (p. 10)•Charge the battery.When you cannot take photos or

Troubleshooting134When the photo is too bright•Turn the flash off. (p. 40)•Adjust the ISO sensitivity. (p. 41)•Adjust the exposure value. (p. 43)Wh

Troubleshooting135The touch screen responds slowly or improperlyIf your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly, try

Troubleshooting136Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended

Troubleshooting137Another Bluetooth device is not located•Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.•Ensure that the Bl

English (HK). 01/2013. Rev. 1.1www.samsung.com/hkSome content may differ from your device depending on the region or service provider.

Getting started14After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the e

Getting started15Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer a

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 offWhen turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.P

Getting started18Adjusting the volumeTurn the Zoom button left or right to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound volume when playing musi

19CameraBasic functionsUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device. (p. 70)Tap Camera on

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

Camera20Taking videosTap to take a video. To stop recording, tap .•The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution

Camera21Zooming in and outTurn the Zoom button left or right to zoom in or out.Zoom outZoom in•The zoom function may not be available when shooting a

Camera22Reducing device shakeUse the Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) option to reduce or eliminate blurriness from device shake.Tap → Expert → A / S /

Camera23Learning iconsThe icons displayed on the shooting screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table bel

Camera24Tips for taking clearer photosHolding the device correctlyMake sure not to block the screen, lens, flash, or microphone.Make sure not to expos

Camera25Half-pressing the Shutter buttonPress the Shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. The device adjusts the focus automatically, and the

Camera26Keeping the subject in focusFocusing on the subject may be difficult in the following conditions:•When the contrast between the subject and b

Camera27When taking photos in low-light conditions•Turn the flash on to take photos in low-light conditions. (p. 40)•Set ISO sensitivity options. (p

Camera28Advanced functionsChanging Camera settingsTap to quickly change Camera settings. The available options vary by mode.• : Configure Camera se

Camera29SmartUse this to take photos with predefined settings for various scenes.Beauty faceUse this to take photos with lightened faces for gentler i

About this manual3Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to y

Camera30Best faceUse this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image.Tap → Smart → Best face.Pr

Camera31SnowUse this to take brighter photos of snow scenery.Tap → Smart → Snow.MacroUse this to take photos of very close subjects.Tap → Smart → Ma

Camera32FoodUse this to take photos of food in more colourful tones.Tap → Smart → Food.Party/IndoorUse this to take crisp indoor photos.Tap → Smart

Camera33Rich toneUse this to take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. The device automatically takes several photos with various e

Camera34PanoramaUse this to take wide panoramic photos.Tap → Smart → Panorama.Press the Shutter button to take a photo, and then move the device in a

Camera35•In Panorama mode, the zoom function is disabled. If the lens is zoomed in when selecting this mode, the device automatically zooms out to de

Camera36NightUse this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash.Tap → Smart → Night.While holding the device steadily, press th

Camera37ExpertUse this to take photos and videos with manual adjustment of ISO sensitivity, exposure value, aperture, and the shutter speed.Return to

Camera38Using the aperture priority modeUse this to manually set the aperture value to take photos. Shutter speed is set automatically.Tap → Expert →

Camera39Shooting optionsCustomise the device to take unique photos or videos. The available options vary by mode.Selecting resolutionsSelect a higher

4Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery13 Charging the battery15

Camera40Taking photos in low-light conditionsPreventing red-eye in portrait photosWhen using the flash when taking a portrait photo in low-light condi

Camera41•Flash options are not available in some modes.•If light from the flash is reflected, or if a substantial amount of dust is in the air, tiny

Camera42Detecting facesThe device automatically detects multiple human faces.In Camera mode, tap → Camera → Face detection → Normal.Aim the device at

Camera43Detecting eye blinkingIf the device detects closed eyes, it automatically takes more photos in succession.In Camera mode, tap → Camera → Face

Camera44Changing metering methodsThe metering mode refers to the method the device measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of the

Camera45Taking photos continuouslyUse the continuous shooting option to take photos of fast moving subjects, such as moving cars or gestures of subjec

Camera46Taking photos or videos with filter effectsUse the filter effects to take unique photos or videos.Tap and select a filter effect. Not all of

Camera47Configuring settings for CameraTap → to configure settings for Camera. The available options vary by mode.•Photo size: Select a resolutio

Camera48•Voice control: Activate or deactivate the voice control to take photos.•AF lamp: Use this to activate the AF-assist light in low-light cond

Camera49Cleaning the deviceUse a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleanin

Table of Contents5107 Voice Search107 Task manager108 My Files109 DownloadsTravel & local110 Maps111 Local112 NavigationSettings113 About Sett

50BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table

Basics51Using the touch screenUse only fingers to use the touch screen.•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devi

Basics52DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap

Basics53FlickingFlick 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

Basics54Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc

Basics55SweepingSweep a palm across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a s

Basics56Panning to moveTap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the

Basics57NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar events, device status, and

Basics58Rearranging itemsAdding an application iconOn the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel previ

Basics59Setting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.On the Home screen, tap → Set wallpaper → Home s

Table of Contents6126 Add account126 Motion127 Accessory127 Date and time128 Accessibility129 Developer options130 About deviceTroubleshooting

Basics60Applications screenThe Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications installed.On the Home screen, t

Basics61Sharing applicationsShare downloaded applications with other users via email, Bluetooth, or other methods.Tap → Share app, select application

Basics62Using the Samsung Chinese IME keyboardChanging the keyboard layoutTap → Chinese(Hong Kong) or English, and then tap Qwerty Keyboard or 3*4 K

Basics63Using the Samsung keyboardChanging the keyboard layoutTap → Portrait keyboard types, and then tap Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.On the 3x4

Basics64Entering text by voiceWhen Google voice typing is activated, the voice recognition screen appears. Speak a text into the microphone. When you

Basics65Adding Wi-Fi networksIf the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. En

Basics66Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.The following file formats

Basics67Connect as a media deviceConnect the device to a computer and access media files stored on your device.1 Connect the device to the computer us

Basics68Securing the devicePrevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. T

Basics69Unlocking the deviceTurn on the screen by pressing the Power button, and enter the pattern, PIN, or password.If the unlock code is forgotten,

7Getting startedDevice layoutPower buttonAF-assist lightFlashFlash releaseLensShutter buttonZoom buttonGPS antennaMain antennaSpeakerFlapTripod mountH

70MediaGalleryUse this application to view images and videos.Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on

Media71Playing videosVideo files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it, and tap , and Video Player launches.Editing imagesWhen v

Media72Deleting imagesUse one of the following methods:•In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap .•When viewing an

Media73Paper ArtistUse this application to make images look like illustrations with fun effects or frames.Tap Paper Artist on the Applications screen.

Media74Photo WizardUse this application to embellish images by applying various effects, such as the pop art effect.Tap Photo Wizard on the Applicatio

Media75Cropping photosTap Transform → Crop, and then select one of the following options:•Square: Rotate or resize the frame by dragging the frame, o

Media76Making multi-grid imagesTap Decoration → Multi-grid, select one of the grid layouts that appear at the bottom of the screen, add images, and th

Media77Deleting videosTap Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete.Sharing videosTap → Share via, select a sharing method, select video

Media78Trimming segments of a videoSelect a frame, move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending po

Media79Music PlayerUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music Player on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending

Getting started8The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the voice search or take videos.•Do not use a screen protector. T

Media80YouTubeUse this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.This application may not be availab

Media81WeatherUse this application to get the latest weather forecasts for the current location or another region.Tap Weather on the Applications scre

82CommunicationContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications

Communication83Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions.• : Add to favourite contacts.• : Compose a message.• : Compose an ema

Communication84Favourite contactsTap , and then take one of the following actions:•Search: Search a contact.•Add to favourites: Add contacts to fav

Communication85MessagingUse this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).Tap Messaging on the Applications screen.You may

Communication86Viewing incoming messagesIncoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact.Select a message thread to view the person’s mes

Communication87Sending scheduled messagesTap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send

Communication88Google MailUse this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen.•Thi

Communication89LabelsGoogle Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inb

Getting started9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Battery•Quick start guideUse only Samsung-approved software.

Communication90Switching between chatsTo switch between chats, scroll left or right.Deleting chat historyChats are automatically saved. To delete chat

Communication91Google+Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service.Tap Google+ on the Applications screen.Th

92Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,

Web & network93HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history.Tap

Web & network94BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or

Web & network95AllShare PlayUse this application to play contents saved on various devices over the Internet. You can play and send any file on an

Web & network96Group CastUse this application to share images, documents, and music with other devices that are connected to the same Wi-Fi access

97Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap

Application & media stores98Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit

99UtilitiesS MemoUse this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings.Tap S Memo on the Applications screen.Composing memosCreate m