Samsung SM-G531H User Manual

www.samsung.comUser ManualSM-G531H/DSSM-G531H/DDEnglish (EU). 06/2015. Rev.1.0

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

Getting started114 Replace the back cover.Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.3 Pull out the SIM o

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

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

Getting started142 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully c

Getting started15Using a memory cardInstalling a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memor

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 offPress and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.When you turn on your device for

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Basics25Notifications panelUsing the notifications panelWhen you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear o

Basics26Using the quick setting buttonsYou can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. Tap the following options to activate

Basics27Installing or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsUse this app to purchase and download apps.Tap Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen.This app may not be av

Basics28Managing appsUninstalling or disabling appsTo disable default apps, open the Apps screen and tap → Uninstall/disable apps. appears on the

Basics29Changing the input languageTap → Select input languages, and then select the languages to use. If you select two or more languages, you can

Table of Contents3Connecting with other devices66 Bluetooth68 Wi-Fi Direct70 Mobile printingDevice & data manager71 Transferring data from your

Basics30Screen captureCapture a screenshot while using the device.Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. The image is sav

Basics31Power saving featureUltra power saving modeUse this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs

32Network connectivityMobile dataConnect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usa

Network connectivity33Tethering and Mobile hotspotAbout tethering and mobile hotspotsUse this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection wit

Network connectivity34Using USB tetheringShare the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settin

35PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screensManaging the Home screenAdding itemsTap and hold an app from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the

Personalising36Managing 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

Personalising37Setting wallpaper and ringtonesSetting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the lock

Personalising38Changing the screen lock methodYou can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal informati

39PhoneMaking 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

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.

Phone40Making an international callTap Keypad.Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then t

Phone41Options during callsDuring a voice callThe following actions are available:• : Increase the volume.•Add call: Dial a second call.•Keypad: Op

Phone42• → Turn off speaker / Turn on speaker: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, speak into the microphone at the

43ContactsAdding contactsMoving contacts from other devicesYou can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from yo

Contacts44Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts l

45Messages & emailMessagesSending messagesSend text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).You may incur additional charges for sending or re

Messages & email46Viewing incoming messagesIncoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s me

Messages & email47Sending emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap at the bottom of the screen to compose an email.Add recipients.Add a CC or BCC.A

Messages & email48Reading emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap , select an email account to use, and new emails are retrieved. To manually retri

49CameraBasic shootingTaking photos or recording videos1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen.2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should f

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

Camera50•The camera automatically shuts off when unused.•Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes

Camera51Shooting modesAutoUse this mode to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the Apps screen

Camera524 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.

Camera53Rear-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

Camera54NightUse this mode to take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → Night.Animated GIFUse

Camera55•White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific light

56GalleryViewing 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

57Useful apps and featuresS PlannerCreating events or tasks1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen.2 Tap . Alternatively, select a date with no events or

Useful apps and features58Syncing events and tasks with your accountsTap S Planner on the Apps screen.To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap

Useful apps and features59VideoPlaying videosTap Video on the Apps screen.Select a video to play.Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar.Change

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

Useful apps and features60ClockAlarmOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm.Setting alarmsTap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days o

Useful apps and features61StopwatchOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → Stopwatch.Tap START to time an event. Tap LAP to record lap times.Tap STOP to stop

Useful apps and features62Voice RecorderRecording voice memosTap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen.Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.

Useful apps and features63RadioListening to the FM radioTap Radio on the Apps screen.Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves

Useful apps and features64Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some

Useful apps and features65MapsFind your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places.PhotosManage photo

66Connecting with other devicesBluetoothAbout BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bl

Connecting with other devices67Pairing with other Bluetooth devices1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth switch to activat

Connecting with other devices68Receiving an imageWhen another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. The received imag

Connecting with other devices69Sending and receiving dataYou can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following action

Getting started7Device layoutMicrophoneTouch screenFront cameraProximity sensorMultipurpose jackHome buttonRecent apps buttonPower buttonEarpieceBack

Connecting with other devices70Mobile printingConnect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.Some printers m

71Device & data managerTransferring data from your previous deviceYou can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smar

Device & data manager723 Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.4 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to

Device & data manager73Updating the deviceThe device can be updated to the latest software.Updating over the airThe device can be directly updated

Device & data manager74Backing up and restoring dataKeep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up yo

75SettingsAbout SettingsUse this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Apps screen.ConnectionsWi-FiActiva

Settings76BluetoothActivate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the

Settings77Data usageKeep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation.On the Settings screen, tap Data usage.•Mobile

Settings78PrintingDownload a printer app to print files.On the Settings screen, tap Printing.More networksCustomise settings to control networks.On th

Settings79DeviceSounds and notificationsChange settings for various sounds on the device.On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and notifications.•Ringto

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

Settings80•Notification panel: Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel.•Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.•Auto rota

Settings81CallCustomise the settings for calling features.On the Settings screen, tap Call.•Call rejection: Change the settings for rejecting calls,

Settings82Application managerView and manage the apps on your device.On the Settings screen, tap Application manager.PersonalAccountsAdd email or SNS

Settings83•Single tap mode: Set the device to control incoming calls or notifications by tapping the button instead of dragging it.•TalkBack: Activa

Settings84•Tap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen.•Interaction control: Activate interaction control mode t

Settings85•Keyboard swipe:–None: Set the device to deactivate the keyboard swipe feature.–Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweepin

Settings86Pointer speedAdjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device.Date and timeAccess and alter the following setting

Settings87StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.On the Settings screen, tap Storage.Formatting a mem

Settings88•Set up SIM card lock: Change the SIM card lock settings.•Make passwords visible: Set the device to display passwords as they are entered.

89TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.When

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

Troubleshooting90The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the tou

Troubleshooting91Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Troubleshooting92Your 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

Troubleshooting93•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly.

Troubleshooting94Data stored in the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot re

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