www.samsung.comUser ManualEnglish. 06/2016. Rev.1.0SM-J500FSM-J500FNSM-J500H/DDSM-J700F/DSSM-J700H/DDSM-J500F/DSSM-J500G/DSSM-J500YSM-J700F/DDSM-J500F
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
Appendix100The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers)•Ensure that the charger is connected properly.•If the battery termin
Appendix101Photo quality is poorer than the preview•The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques
Appendix102A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer•Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your
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Basics113 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric
Basics12Battery charging tips and precautions•When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.•If the battery is completely discharged
Basics13Ultra power saving modeUse this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs the following:•Res
Basics142 ► Single SIM models: Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.► Dual SIM models: Insert the SIM or USIM
Basics15Removing the SIM or USIM card1 Remove the back cover and battery.2 Pull out the SIM or USIM card.► Single SIM models:► Dual SIM models:
Basics16Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models)If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a s
Basics17Memory card (microSD card)Installing a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory
Basics18Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage →
Basics19Touchscreen•Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscre
2Table of ContentsBasics4 Read me first5 Package contents6 Device layout8 Battery13 SIM or USIM card17 Memory card (microSD card)18 Turning the
Basics20DraggingTo 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-
Basics21SwipingSwipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a w
Basics22Home screenHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps
Basics23•Widgets: Add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient acc
Basics24Removing itemsTap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.Creating foldersCreate folders and gather similar appl
Basics25Managing 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
Basics263 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 a
Basics27Indicator 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
Basics28Lock 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
Basics29Notification panelUsing the notification panelWhen you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on
Table of Contents392 Easy mode92 Accessibility93 Accounts94 Backup and reset94 Language and input95 Battery95 Storage95 Accessories96 Date and tim
Basics30► Dual SIM models:View more quick setting buttons.Launch Settings.Tap a notification and perform various actions.Access the notification setti
Basics31Setting search categoriesYou can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields.Tap MORE → Select search locations and
Basics32Additional keyboard functionsTap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last funct
Basics33Opening 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
Basics34Registering an existing Samsung accountIf you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → A
Basics35Transferring data from your previous deviceYou can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch.The following
Basics36Transferring 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
Basics37Device and data managementConnecting the device to a computer for data transferMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the devi
Basics38Updating the deviceThe device can be updated to the latest software.Updating over the airThe device can be directly updated to the latest soft
Basics39Backing up and restoring dataKeep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive inform
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
Basics40Sharing featuresShare content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images.You may incur additiona
Basics41Emergency modeEmergency mode changes the screen to grey tones to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. In em
42ApplicationsInstalling or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsPurchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devi
Applications43Managing appsUninstalling or disabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstal
Applications44PhoneIntroductionMake or answer voice and video calls.Making calls1 Tap Phone on the Apps screen.2 Enter a phone number.If the keypad do
Applications45► 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
Applications46Making calls from the locked screenOn the locked screen, drag outside the large circle.Making calls from call logs or contacts listTap
Applications47Blocking phone numbersBlock calls from specific numbers added to your block list.1 On the Apps screen, tap Phone → MORE → Settings → Blo
Applications48•Message: Send a message.•Internet: Browse webpages.•Contacts: Open the contacts list.•S Planner: Open the calendar.•Memo: Create a
Applications493 Enter contact information.• : Add an image.• / : Add or delete a contact field.4 Tap SAVE.To add a phone number to the contacts li
Basics5Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your device
Applications50Sharing profileShare your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others using the profile sharing feature.•Th
Applications51Sending messagesYou may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming.1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen.2 Tap .3 A
Applications52Viewing messagesMessages are grouped into message threads by contact.You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you ar
Applications533 Change the notification settings.•Notification sound: Change the notification sound.•Vibrate: Set the device to vibrate when you rec
Applications54To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.Open the homepage.Move to the previously visited page.Open the b
Applications55EmailSetting up email accountsSet up an email account when opening Email for the first time.1 Tap Email on the Apps screen.2 Enter the e
Applications56CameraIntroductionTake photos and record videos using various modes and settings.Basic shootingYou can take photos or record videos. Vie
Applications57Camera settingsHide or show the setting icons.Quick settingsRecord a video.Take a photo.Switch between the front and rear cameras.Shooti
Applications58Launching Camera quicklyPress the Home key twice quickly to launch Camera.Some camera features are not available when you launch Camera
Applications59Pro modeTake photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value.On the preview screen, tap M
Basics6Device layoutHeadset jackBack keyFront cameraProximity/Light (SM-J500) sensorSpeakerPower keyMultipurpose jackTouchscreenRecents keyMicrophoneH
Applications60Sound & shotTake a photo with sound. The device identifies the photos with in Gallery.On the preview screen, tap MODE → Sound &
Applications61Wide selfieTake a wide self-portrait to include more people in the photo and avoid leaving people out.1 On the preview screen, tap to
Applications62Interval shotTake series of self-portraits at an interval and save photos you want.1 On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front
Applications63• : Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality photos, but they will take up more memory.•
Applications64GalleryIntroductionView and manage photos and videos stored in the device.Viewing images1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.2 Select an ima
Applications65Viewing videos1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.2 Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail.Change scr
Applications66Sharing event albumsView photos and videos by time and location. You can share event albums with your contacts.This feature may not be s
Applications673 Enter event details.Select a calendar to use or sync with.Enter the location of the event.Enter a title.Set a start and end date for t
Applications68Voice RecorderUse this app to record or play voice memos.1 On the Apps screen, tap Tools → Voice Recorder.2 Tap to start recording. Sp
Applications69My FilesAccess and manage various files stored in the device.On the Apps screen, tap Tools → My Files.View files by category, or view 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
Applications70ClockIntroductionSet alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration.AlarmOn t
Applications71Stopwatch1 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
Applications72RadioListening to the FM radioTap Radio on the Apps screen.Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radi
Applications73Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer
Applications74DriveStore your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.YouTubeWatch or create videos and share them wit
75SettingsIntroductionCustomise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.On
Settings76Wi-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
Settings77BluetoothIntroductionUse Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.•Samsung is not responsible for the
Settings78Sending and receiving dataMany apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Blu
Settings79Mobile hotspot and tetheringUse the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the netw
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
Settings80Data usageKeep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation.On the Settings screen, tap Data usage.•Mobile
Settings81SIM card manager (dual SIM models)Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM or USIM cards
Settings82NFC and payment (NFC-enabled models)IntroductionYour device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information
Settings83Making payments with the NFC featureBefore you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. T
Settings84More connection settingsOptionsCustomise settings to control other features.On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings.•Nearby de
Settings85Printing contentWhile viewing content, such as images or documents, tap Share → Print → → All printers, and then select a printer.Smart Ma
Settings86BatteryOn the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager → Battery.Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with lo
Settings87ApplicationsManage the device’s apps and change their settings.On the Settings screen, tap Applications.•Application manager: View and mana
Settings88NotificationsChange the notification settings for each app.On the Settings screen, tap Notifications.To customise notification settings, tap
Settings89DisplayChange the display settings.On the Settings screen, tap Display.•Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the display.•Outdoor mode: Ac
Basics93 Replace the back cover.Removing the battery1 Remove the back cover.2 Pull out the battery.
Settings90WallpaperChange the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.On the Settings screen, tap Wallpaper.ThemesApply various t
Settings91•Find My Mobile: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track a
Settings92Easy modeEasy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on the Home screen.Some app features may no
Settings93•Direct access: Set the device to open selected accessibility menus when you press the Home key three times quickly.•Notification reminder
Settings94Backup and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset.•Back up my data: Back up y
Settings95BatteryView battery power information and change power saving options.On the Settings screen, tap Battery.The usage time left shows the time
Settings96Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.On the Settings screen, tap Date a
97AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your dev
Appendix98The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen
Appendix99Calls are not connected•Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.•Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone
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