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Getting started10Installing the SIM or USIM card and batteryInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the inc
Utilities100Managing voice memosIn the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following:•Share via: Select voice memos to send, and then se
Utilities101Driving modeIn driving mode, the device will read content aloud when you have incoming calls, messages, and notifications so you can use t
Utilities102Search scopeTo select what applications to search, tap Settings Phone search, and then tick the items to search for.Google NowLaunch
Utilities103Viewing filesSelect a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap . To return to the root directory, tap .In a folder, tap ,
104Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Application
Travel & local105Getting directions for a destination1 Tap .2 Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations:•My current
Travel & local106NavigationUse this application to search for a route to a destination.Tap Navigation on the Applications screen.•Navigation maps
107SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre
Settings108Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.Tap Wi
Settings109•Auto sync data: Set the device to sync contact, calendar, email, bookmark, and social network image data automatically.•Show Wi-Fi usage
Getting started113 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.•Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this c
Settings110NFC•NFC: Activate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information.•Android Beam: Turn on the Android Beam feature to s
Settings111My deviceLock screenChange settings for the locked screen.•Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary d
Settings112DisplayChange the settings for the display.•Wallpaper:–Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen.–Lock screen: Select a
Settings113LED indicator•Charging: Set the device to turn on the notification light while you are charging the battery.•Low battery: Set the device
Settings114CallCustomise the settings for calling features.•Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone number
Settings115•Additional settings:–Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls.–Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to a
Settings116Blocking modeSelect which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode.Sa
Settings117AccessoryChange the accessory settings.•Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desk
Settings118•Show shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button.•Manage accessibi
Settings119One-handed operationActivate one-handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand.Language and inputChange th
Getting started12Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.3 Pull out the SIM or USIM card.To remove the
Settings120•Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard.•Cursor control: Enable or disable the smart keyboard navigat
Settings121•Voice control: Control applications by voice commands.•Auto-start speaker: Set the device to automatically turn on the speakerphone when
Settings122Text-to-speech options•Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap .•
Settings123•Palm motion:–Capture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the s
Settings124Voice controlChange settings to control options by voice commands.AccountsAdd accountAdd email or SNS accounts.CloudChange settings for syn
Settings125MoreCustomise settings for location services, security, and other options.Location servicesChange settings for location information permiss
Settings126•SIM Change Alert: Activate or deactivate the Find my mobile feature which helps locate the device when lost or stolen.•Find my mobile we
Settings127StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all da
128TroubleshootingWhen you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes:•Password: When
Troubleshooting129Your device freezes or has fatal errorsIf your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain
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
Troubleshooting130Audio quality is poor•Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.•When you are in areas with weak signals or p
Troubleshooting131Error messages appear when launching the cameraYour Samsung device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operat
Troubleshooting132A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer•Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible wit
English (EU). 06/2013. Rev. 1.0Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject
Getting started15Reducing the battery consumptionYour device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deact
Getting started161 Remove the back cover.2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.3 Push the memory card into the slot.
Getting started17Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the
Getting started18Holding the deviceDo not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the b
19BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table
2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.
Basics20Icon MeaningNew text or multimedia messageAlarm activatedSilent mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or c
Basics21Finger gesturesTappingTo open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen
Basics23Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc
About this manual3•Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you
Basics30Using Multi Window applicationsWhile using Multi Window applications, tap or and use one of the following:• : Switch locations between Mu
Basics31•Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.•Screen Mirroring: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature.•Multi windo
Basics32Adding an itemCustomise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or pages.Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select o
Basics33Setting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.On the Home screen, tap Set wallpaper Home s
Basics35Using applicationsThis device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications.Opening an application
Basics36Organising with foldersPut related applications together in a folder for convenience.Tap Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag i
Basics37Entering textUse the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, y
Basics38Changing the keyboard typeTap and hold , and then tap to change the keyboard type. Tap and hold and move the floating keyboard to another
Basics39Copying and pastingTap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text
About this manual4Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™,
Basics40Adding 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
Basics41Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.The following file formats
Basics42Connecting as a media device1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.2 Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as
Basics44Unlocking the deviceTurn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code.If the unlock code is forgot
45CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi
Communication46Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict
Communication47• Contacts: Open the contacts list.• Memo: Create a memo.• Message: Send a message.• One-handed operation: Set the keypad f
Communication48Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button.If the call waiting se
Communication49Ending a callTap End call to end a call. Or press the headset button.Video callsMaking a video callEnter the number or select a contact
5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery13 Charging the battery15
Communication51ContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications
Communication52Searching for contactsUse one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts list.•Use the index at the right side o
Communication53Importing and exporting contactsImporting contactsTap Import/Export Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Import from USB
Communication54Contact groupsAdding contacts to a groupSelect a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done.Managing groupsTap , a
Communication55MessagingUse this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).Tap Messaging on the Applications screen.You may
Communication56Viewing incoming messagesIncoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact.Select a contact to view the person’s message.Li
Communication57Sending scheduled messagesWhile composing a message, tap Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap
Communication58Google MailUse this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen.•Thi
Communication59LabelsGoogle Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inb
Table of Contents6100 S Voice101 Google102 Voice Search102 My Files103 Downloads103 TripAdvisorTravel & local104 Maps105 Local106 NavigationSet
Communication60Switching between chatsScroll left or right.Deleting chat historyChats are automatically saved. To delete the chat history, tap Cle
Communication61ChatONUse this application to chat with any device. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account.Tap ChatON on the
62Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,
Web & network63LinksTap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy.To view saved links, use Downloads. (p. 103)Sharing
Web & network64Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
Web & network65Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings Connections Bluetooth Scan, and detected devices
Web & network66Samsung LinkUse this application to play contents saved on various devices over the Internet. You can play and send multimedia file
Web & network67Managing contents on a web storage serviceSelect a web storage service, and then view and manage your files.To download files from
Web & network68Joining Group Play•Tap Join group, select a Group Play session to join, and then enter the password for the group. Select a media
Web & network69S BeamUse this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents.Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing s
7Getting startedDevice layoutBack buttonMultipurpose jackEarpieceProximity/Light sensorMenu buttonMicrophoneFront cameraPower buttonHome buttonTouch s
Web & network70WatchONUse this application to connect to a TV to watch your favourite shows and movies.Tap WatchON on the Applications screen.You
71MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the device
Media72To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Settings Smart Volume.When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than th
Media73CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 79)Tap Camera on
Media74Shooting modeSeveral photo effects are available.Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen.•Auto: Use th
Media77Controlling the camera remotelySet a device as a viewfinder to control the camera remotely.Tap Remote viewfinder, and then connect the d
Media78•Review: Briefly display photos taken.•Volume key: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function.•Timer: U
Media79GalleryUse this application to view images and videos.Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on
Getting started8The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos.•Do not cover the antenna area wi
Media80Playing videosVideo files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap .Trimming segments of a videoSelect a video, and
Media81Modifying imagesWhen viewing an image, tap and use the following functions:•Rotate: Rotate the image.•Crop: Crop the image.•Colour: Adjust
Media82Tagging facesTap Settings, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face on an image. Tap the face, tap Add nam
Media83Tap Create album From suggestions. Select an album, enter a title for the album, and then tap Create album OK.The device will recommend mak
Media84VideoUse this application to play video files.Tap Video on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the devic
Media85Sharing videosTap Share via, select videos by ticking, tap Done, and then select a sharing method.Using Popup Video playerUse this feature
Media86Sharing videosSelect the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method.Uploading videosSelect your account, tap , select a video, ent
87Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap
Application & media stores88Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit
89UtilitiesS MemoUse this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings.Tap S Memo on the Applications screen.Composing memosCreate m
Getting started9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Battery•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device
Utilities90When jotting down a memo, tap once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour.When erasing the handwritten memo, tap onc
Utilities91To change the view mode, tap List view.To create a memo by importing a file, tap Import.To export memos as another file format, tap
Utilities92S PlannerUse this application to manage events and tasks.Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.Creating events or tasksTap , and then u
Utilities94Changing calendar typeSelect one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others at the right side of the s
Utilities95To upload files to Dropbox, tap Upload here Photos or videos or Other files. To open files in Dropbox, select a file.While viewin
Utilities96ClockUse this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use
Utilities97Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified lengt
Utilities98CalculatorUse this application for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.Rotate the device to landscape
Utilities99Voice RecorderUse this application to record or play voice memos.Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen.Recording voice memosTap t
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