GT-S5830T
user manual
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see in this manual:
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yourself or others
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your device or other equipment
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Followed by—the order of options or menus you
must select to perform a step; for example: In Idle
mode, open the application list and select Settings
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About phone (represents Settings, followed by
About phone)
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Square brackets—device keys; for example: [
(represents the Menu key)
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Contents
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Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
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Mobile device
Battery
Travel adapter (charger)
Quick start guide
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Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal
software may cause damage or malfunctions that are
not covered by your manufacturer's warranty.
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The items supplied with your device and available
accessories may vary depending on your region or
service provider.
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You can purchase additional accessories from your
local Samsung dealer.
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The supplied accessories perform best for your device.
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Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be
compatible with your device.
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive
a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription
details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and
optional services. To use UMTS services, you can purchase a
Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.
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To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,
If the device is on, press and hold [ ] and select Power
1
→
off OK to turn it off.
Remove the back cover.
2
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you
remove the back cover.
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured
contacts facing down.
3
If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can only use
your device’s non-network services and some menus.
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Insert the battery.
4
5
Replace the back cover.
Charge the battery
Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the
battery.
You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by
connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to
explode or damage your device.
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When your battery is low, the device will emit a
warning tone and display a low battery message. The
battery icon will also be empty. If the battery level
becomes too low, the device will automatically power
off. Recharge your battery to continue using your
device.
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If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot
turn on the device, even with the travel adapter
connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a
few minutes before you try to turn on the device.
Charge with a travel adapter
Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
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1
2
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
multifunction jack.
Connecting the travel adapter improperly may cause
serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by
misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power
outlet.
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You can use the device while it is charging, but it may
take longer to fully charge the battery.
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While the device is charging, the touch screen may
not function due to an unstable power supply. If this
happens, unplug the travel adapter from the device.
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While charging, the device may heat up. This is
normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or
performance.
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If your device is not charging properly, bring your
device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel
adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.
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Do not remove the battery before removing the travel
adapter. Doing this may cause damage to the device.
To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in
use. The travel adapter does not have a power switch,
so you must unplug the travel adapter from the outlet
when not in use to avoid wasting power. The travel
adapter should remain close to the socket when in use.
Charge with a USB cable
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Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
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Plug one end (micro-USB) of the USB cable into the
multifunction jack.
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3
Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on a
PC.
Depending on the type of USB cable you are using, it
may take some time before charging begins.
When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the PC data
cable from the device and then from the PC.
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Insert a memory card
To store additional multimedia files, you must insert
a memory card. Your device accepts microSD or
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microSDHC memory cards with maximum capacities of
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32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type).
Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory
cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible
with your device. Using an incompatible memory card
may damage your device or the memory card and can
corrupt data stored on the card.
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Your device supports only the FAT file structure for
memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with
a different file structure, your device will ask you to
reformat the memory card.
Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the
lifespan of memory cards.
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When you insert a memory card in your device, the
file directory of the memory card will appear in the
sdcard folder.
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Open the cover of the memory card slot.
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2
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts
facing down.
Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it
locks in place.
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4
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Close the cover of the memory card slot.
Remove the memory card
Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe
removal.
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→
In Idle mode, select
Settings SD card and phone
1
→
→
storage Unmount SD card OK.
Open the cover of the memory card slot.
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3
Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the
device.
Remove the memory card.
4
5
Close the cover of the memory card slot.
Do not remove a memory card while the device is
transferring or accessing information, as this could
result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or
device.
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Format the memory card
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Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause
incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card
only on the device.
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→
In Idle mode, select
Settings SD card and phone
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→
→
→
storage Unmount SD card OK Format SD card
Format SD card Erase everything.
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Before formatting the memory card, remember to make
backup copies of all important data stored on your
device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss
of data resulting from user actions.
Attach a hand strap
Remove the back cover.
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2
Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the
small projection.
Replace the back cover.
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Getting started
Turn your device on and off
To turn on your device,
Press and hold [ ].
1
2
If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-
screen instructions to set up your device.
To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and select Power
→
off OK.
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Follow all posted warnings and directions from official
personnel when in areas where the use of wireless
devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
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To use your device's non-network services only,
switch to Flight mode. Press and hold [ ] and select
Flight mode.
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Keys
Key
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Function
Turn on the device (press and hold);
Access the quick menus (press and
hold); Reset the device (press and
hold for 8-10 seconds); Lock the
touch screen.
Power/
Reset1/
Lock
Open a list of options available on
the current screen; In Idle mode,
open the Google search application
(press and hold); Open the search
input window while using some
applications (press and hold).
Menu
Return to the idle screen; Open the
list of recent applications (press and
hold).
Home
Back
Return to the previous screen.
Volume
Adjust the device’s volume.
1. If your device has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes, you may
need to reset the device to regain functionality.
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Indicator icons
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Icons shown on the display may vary depending on
your region or service provider.
Icon
Definition
No signal
Signal strength
GPRS network connected
UMTS network connected
Open WLANs available
WLAN connected
Bluetooth activated
Bluetooth headset connected
GPS activated
Call in progress
Call on hold
Speakerphone activated
Missed call
Synchronised with the web
Uploading data
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Icon
Definition
Downloading data
Call diverting activated
Connected to PC
USB tethering activated
Wi-Fi tethering activated
No SIM or USIM card
New text or multimedia message
New email message
New voice mail message
Alarm activated
Event notification
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Silent mode activated
Airplane mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Music playback in progress
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Icon
Definition
Music playback paused
FM radio turned on in the background
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
10:00
Current time
Use the touch screen
Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or
perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch
screen.
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To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use
sharp tools.
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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact
with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges
can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact
with water. The touch screen may malfunction in
humid conditions or when exposed to water.
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For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the
screen protection film before using your device.
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Your touch screen has a layer that detects small
electrical charges emitted by the human body. For
best performance, tap the touch screen with your
fingertip. The touch screen will not react to touches of
sharp tools, such as a stylus or pen.
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Control your touch screen with the following actions:
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Tap: Touch once with your finger to select or launch a
menu, option, or application.
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Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than
2 seconds to open a pop-up option list.
Drag: Tap and drag your finger up, down, left, or right to
move to items on lists.
Drag and drop: Tap and hold your finger on an item, and
then drag your finger to move the item.
Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in
or out while viewing photos or web pages.
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Your device turns off the touch screen when you do
not use the device for a specified period. To turn on
the screen, press [ ] or the Home key.
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You can adjust the backlight time. In Idle mode, open
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→
the application list and select Settings Display
Screen timeout.
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys
You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any
unwanted device operations.
To lock, press [ ]. To unlock, turn on the screen and drag
right until it reaches the dot.
You can activate the screen lock feature to prevent
others from using or accessing your personal data and
information saved in your device.
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Get to know the idle screen
When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle screen.
From the idle screen, you can view indicator icons, widgets,
shortcuts to applications, and other items.
The idle screen has multiple panels. You can also select a dot
on the top of the screen to move to the corresponding panel
of the idle screen directly.
Add items to the idle screen
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You can customise the idle screen by adding shortcuts to
applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders. To
add items to the idle screen,
→
Press [
]
Add or tap and hold the empty area on the
1
idle screen.
→
Select the item category an item:
2
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Widgets: Add widgets. Widgets are small applications
that provide convenient functions and information on
your idle screen.
Shortcuts: Add shortcuts to items, such as applications,
bookmarks, and contacts.
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Folders: Create a new folder or add folders for your
contacts.
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Wallpapers: Set a background image.
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Move items on the idle screen
Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears gray.
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1
2
Drag the item to the location you want.
Remove items from the idle screen
Tap and hold an item to remove.
The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen.
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1
Drag the item to the trash bin.
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3
When the item turns red, release the item.
Use the notifications panel
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In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the
indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open the
notifications panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless
connection features and access a list of notifications, such as
messages, calls, events or processing status. To hide the panel,
drag the bottom of the list up.
From the notifications panel, you can use the following
options:
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Wi-Fi : Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection feature.
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B/T: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless
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GPS: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.
Sound/Vibration: Activate or deactivate Vibration mode.
Auto rotation: Activate or deactivate the auto rotation.
Available options may vary depending on your region
or service provider.
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Add or remove panels to the idle screen
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You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to organise
widgets according to your preferences and needs.
→
In Idle mode, press [
]
Edit.
1
2
You can also place your two fingers on the screen and
pinch to switch to Edit mode.
Add or remove panels by using the following features:
To remove a panel, tap and hold the thumbnail of a
panel and drag it to the trash bin at the bottom of the
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screen.
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To add a new panel, select
.
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To change the order of the panels, tap and hold the
thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the location you
want.
When you are finished, press [ ].
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Access applications
To access your device’s applications,
In Idle mode, select to access the application list.
Scroll left or right to another application screen.
You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to move
to the corresponding main menu screen directly.
1
2
Select an application.
3
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When you use applications provided by Google, you
must have a Google account. If you do not have a
Google account, sign up for a Google account.
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You can add a shortcut to an application by tapping
and holding the application icon from the application
list. You can move the icon to the location you want
on the idle screen.
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Press [ ] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home
key to return to the idle screen.
4
Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects
its orientation. If you rotate the device while using
some features, the interface will automatically switch
to landscape view. To set the interface to keep the
orientation when you rotate the device, select Settings
→
→
Display Auto-rotate screen.
Organise applications
›
You can reorganise the applications in the application list by
changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit
your preferences and needs.
→
In the application list, press [
Tap and hold an application.
]
Edit.
1
2
3
Drag the application icon to the location you want.
You can move an application icon to another main menu
screen.
→
Press [
]
Save.
4
To change the order of the main menu screens,
In the application list, place your two fingers on the screen
and pinch.
1
Tap and hold the thumbnail of a screen and drag it to the
location you want.
2
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Access recent applications
Press and hold the Home key to open the list of
applications you have accessed recently.
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1
Select an application to access.
2
Use the task manager
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Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than
one application at the same time. However, multitasking
may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or
additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end
unnecessary programs using the task manager.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Task
1
→
manager Active applications.
The list of all the applications currently running on your
device appears.
To close an application, select End.
To close all active applications, select End all.
2
Customise your device
Get more from your device by customising it to match your
preferences.
Set the current time and date
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1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Date and time.
Set the time and date and change other options.
2
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Turn on or off the touch tone
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→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Sound Audible selection.
Adjust the volume of the ringtones
›
Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone
volume.
Switch to Silent mode
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To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following:
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→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Keypad and tap and hold .
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Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen and
select Sound.
Press and hold [ ] and select Silent mode.
You can set the device to alert you to various events
in Silent mode. In Idle mode, open the application list
→
→
→
and select Settings Sound Vibrate Always or
Only in Silent mode. When you switch to Silent mode,
will appear in place of
.
Change your ringtone
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
Sound Phone ringtone.
Select a ringtone from the list and select OK.
2
Activate animation for switching windows
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
→
Display Animation Some animations or All
animations.
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Select a wallpaper for the idle screen
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1
2
3
→
→
In Idle mode, press [
]
Wallpaper an option.
Select an image.
Select Save or Set wallpaper.
Samsung is not responsible for any use of default
images or wallpapers provided on your device.
Adjust the brightness of the display
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
Display Brightness.
Drag the slider to adjust the level of brightness.
2
3
Select OK.
The brightness level of the display will affect how
quickly the device consumes battery power.
Set a screen lock
›
You can lock the touch screen with an unlock pattern or
password to prevent unauthorised people from using the
device without your permission.
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Once you set a screen lock, your device will require
an unlock code each time you turn it on or unlock the
touch screen.
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If you forget your PIN or password, bring your device
to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.
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Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security
codes or private information or other damages
caused by illegal software.
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Set an unlock pattern
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
2
3
4
→
→
→
Location and security Set screen lock Pattern.
See the on-screen instructions and example patterns and
select Next.
Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least
4 dots and select Continue.
Draw the pattern again to confirm and select Confirm.
Set an unlock PIN code
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
→
→
→
Location and security Set screen lock PIN.
Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Continue.
2
3
Enter the PIN again and select OK.
Set an unlock password
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
→
→
→
Settings Location and security Set screen lock
Password.
Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select
2
3
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Continue.
Enter the password again and select OK.
Lock your SIM or USIM card
You can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied with
your SIM or USIM card.
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In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
2
→
→
→
Location and security Set up SIM card lock
Lock SIM card.
Enter your PIN and select OK.
Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each
time you turn on the device.
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If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your SIM
or USIM card will be blocked. You must enter a PIN
unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM card.
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If you block your SIM or USIM card by entering an
incorrect PUK, bring the card to your service provider
to unblock it.
Enter text
You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual
keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen.
You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text,
you should change the writing language to one of the
supported languages.
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Change the keyboard type
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You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text
→
input field and select Input method a keyboard type
(Swype or Samsung keypad).
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Enter text using the Swype keyboard
Select the first character of a word and drag your finger
to the second character without releasing the finger from
the screen.
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1
Continue until you have finished the word.
2
Release the finger on the last character.
3
4
When the word displays correctly, select
a space. If the correct word does not display, select an
alternative word from the list that appears.
to insert
Repeat steps 1-4 to complete your text.
Tap and hold each key to enter additional characters.
5
You can also use the following keys:
1
2
3
5
6
7
4
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Number
Function
Change case.
1
2
Open the help information.
Switch between Number/Symbol mode and
ABC mode.
3
Insert a space.
4
5
6
Delete characters.
Start a new line.
Enter text by voice.
This feature may be unavailable
depending on the selected input
language.
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Enter text using the Samsung keypad
›
1
→
Select
Portrait keypad types and select a text input
method.
You can select one of key input methods (QWERTY or
traditional keypad) or handwriting input methods.
Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on
the screen.
2
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You can also use the following keys:
4
1
2
3
5
6
7
Number
Function
Change case.
1
Switch between Number/Symbol mode and
ABC mode.
2
Enter text by voice; This icon is available only
when you activate the voice input feature for
the Samsung keypad.
3
This feature may be unavailable
depending on the selected input
language.
Clear your input.
Start a new line.
4
5
Access the keypad settings; Change the
keyboard type (tap and hold).
6
7
Insert a space.
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Copy and paste text
›
While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste
feature to use text in other applications.
Place the cursor on the text you want to copy.
Select .
1
2
3
4
5
6
Select or
.
Drag or to select the text you want.
Select to copy, or to cut the text onto the clipboard.
In another application, place the cursor where you want to
paste the text.
→
text field.
Select
to insert the text from the clipboard into the
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Download applications from Android
Market
Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality
can be extended by installing additional applications.
Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop
for games and mobile applications.
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This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
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Your device will save user files from downloaded
applications to the internal memory.
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Install an application
›
1
2
3
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Market.
Select Accept when the terms and conditions appear.
Search for a file or application and download it.
Uninstall an application
From the Android Market home screen, select My apps.
›
1
2
3
Select the item you want to delete.
→
Select Uninstall OK.
Download files from the web
When you download files or web applications from the web,
your device saves them in a memory card.
Files you download from the web can include viruses
that will damage your device. To lessen your risk, only
download files from sources you trust.
Some media files include Digital Rights Management
to protect copyrights. This protection may prevent you
from downloading, copying, modifying, or transferring
some files.
To download files from the web,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet.
1
2
Search for a file or application and download it.
To install applications downloaded from websites other than
→
Android Market, you must select Settings Applications
→
→
Unknown sources OK.
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Synchronise data
You can synchronise data with various web servers and back
up or restore your data.
Once the synchronisation is completed, your device stays
connected to the web. If any change is made on the web,
the updated information will appear on your device and will
automatically begin synchronisation, and vice versa.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
Set up a server account
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Accounts and sync.
→
Select Add account an account type.
2
3
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account
setup.
For online community services, such as Facebook or
MySpace, enter your user name and password and select
Log in.
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Activate automatic sync
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Accounts and sync.
Select Auto-sync.
2
3
4
Select an account.
Select the applications you want to synchronise.
To exclude applications from automatic synchronisation, clear
the check boxes next to the applications you want.
Synchronise data manually
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Accounts and sync.
Select an account.
2
3
→
Press [
]
Sync now. Your device will start
synchronising the data you set for synchronisation.
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Communication
Calling
Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering
calls, using options available during a call or customising and
using call-related features.
Make and answer a call
›
You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make,
accept, end, or reject calls.
When you turn on the proximity sensor, your device
automatically turns off and locks the touch screen to
prevent accidental inputs when you hold the device
near your face.
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Make a call
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In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Keypad, and enter an area code and a phone number.
Select to make a call.
2
3
To end the call, select End call.
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Use the phonebook to save numbers you dial
frequently.
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To quickly access the call log to redial the numbers
→
you dialled recently, select
Logs.
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Answer a call
When a call comes in, drag right until it reaches the dot.
1
When the device is ringing, press the Volume key to
mute the ringtone.
To end the call, select End call.
2
Reject a call
When a call comes in, drag left until it reaches the dot. The
caller will hear a busy tone.
Call an international number
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Keypad, and tap and hold 0 to insert the + character.
Enter the complete number you want to dial (country
code, area code and phone number), and then select
to dial the number.
2
Use a headset
›
By plugging a headset into the device, you can answer and
control calls hands-free:
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To answer a call, press the headset button.
To reject a call, press and hold the headset button.
To place a call on hold or retrieve a held call during a call,
press and hold the headset button.
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To end a call, press the headset button.
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Use options during a call
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You can use the following options while a call is in progress:
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To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or
down.
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To place a call on hold, select Hold. To retrieve a held call,
select Unhold.
To dial a second call, select Add call and then dial a new
number.
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To answer a second call, drag right until it reaches the
dot when a call waiting tone sounds. The device asks
whether to end or hold the first call. You must subscribe to
the call waiting service to use this feature.
To open the dialling screen, select Dialpad.
To listen and talk to the other party via a Bluetooth headset,
select Headset.
To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot
hear you, select Mute.
To activate the speakerphone feature, select Speaker.
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In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing
some calls while using the speakerphone feature. For
better audio performance, use the normal phone mode.
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To switch between the two calls, select Swap.
To make a multiparty call (conference call), make or answer
●
a second call when connected to the second party, select
Merge calls. You must subscribe to the multiparty call
service to use this feature.
View and dial missed calls
›
Your device will display calls you have missed. To dial the
number of a missed call, open the shortcuts panel and select
the missed call notification.
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Use additional features
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You can use various other call-related features, such as Fixed
Dialling Number (FDN) mode or call diverting.
Use Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode
In FDN mode, your device will restrict outgoing calls, except
for the numbers stored in the FDN list. To activate FDN mode,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
→
→
→
Call settings Fixed Dialing Numbers Enable
FDN.
Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and
2
3
select OK.
Select FDN list and add contacts to be used in FDN mode.
Set call forwarding
Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to
another number that you specify. You can set this feature
separately for several conditions when you are not able to
answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or
when you are outside of the service area.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
→
→
Call settings Call forwarding.
Select a condition.
2
3
Enter a number to which calls will be forwarded and select
Enable.
Your setting will be sent to the network.
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Set call waiting
Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming
call while you are on a previous call.
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
Call settings Additional settings Call waiting. Your
setting will be sent to the network.
View call logs
›
You can view logs of your calls filtered by their types.
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
Logs.
→
→
Press [
]
View by an option to sort the call logs.
From the call logs, you can make a call or send a
message directly to a contact by flicking the contact to
the left or right.
Select a log to view its details.
3
From the detail view, you can dial the number, send
a message to the number or add the number to the
phonebook.
Messaging
Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS)
messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or
received.
You may incur additional charges for sending or
receiving messages while outside your home service
area. For details, contact your service provider.
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Send a text message
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
New message.
›
1
→
Select Contacts.
You can enter a number manually or select one from the
logs or contact groups by selecting another option.
2
Select contacts and select Add.
3
4
Select Tap to compose and enter your message text.
→
To insert emoticons, press [
]
Insert smiley.
Select Send to send the message.
5
Send a multimedia message
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
New message.
›
1
→
Select Contacts.
You can enter a number manually or select one from the
logs or contact groups by selecting another option.
2
When you enter an email address, the device will convert
the message to a multimedia message.
Select contacts and select Add.
3
4
Select Tap to compose and enter your message text.
→
To insert emoticons, press [
]
Insert smiley.
→
Select
an option and add an item.
5
You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo,
video, or sound.
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→
Press [
]
Add subject and enter a subject for the
6
7
message.
Select Send to send the message.
View a text or multimedia message
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Your messages are grouped into message threads by
contact, like a messenger.
›
1
.
Select a contact.
2
3
For a multimedia message, select a message to view the
details.
Listen to voice mail messages
›
If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail
server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not
answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and
listen to voice mail messages,
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Keypad and then tap and hold 1.
1
Follow the instructions from the voice mail server.
2
You must save the voice mail server number before
accessing the server. Your service provider can give you
the number.
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Google Mail
You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail
™
to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox
screen appears. The total number of unread messages
displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold.
●
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
●
This Google Mail menu may be labelled differently
depending on your service provider.
Send an email message
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gmail.
›
1
2
If you are launching this application for the first time,
select OK.
→
Press [
]
Compose.
3
4
5
6
7
Enter a name or address in the recipient field.
Enter a subject and message.
→
→
To attach an image file, press [
Select to send the message.
]
Attach a file.
View email messages
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gmail.
›
1
2
Select an email message.
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From the message view, use the following options:
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To reply to the message, select
To reply to the message including all recipients, select
Reply all.
To forward the message to other people, select
Forward.
To add a star to the message, select
To view an attachment, select Preview. To save it to your
memory card, select Download.
To archive the message, select Archive.
To delete the message, select Delete.
To move to the previous or next message, select
.
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→
●
→
●
●
.
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●
●
or
.
Organise email by labels
›
You can organise your email by labelling your messages. You
can sort messages by label filter.
Add a label to a message
From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message.
Select Change labels.
1
2
3
Select a label to add and select OK.
Filter messages
→
From the Inbox screen, press [
]
Go to labels.
1
2
Select the label of the messages you want to view.
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Email
Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or
company email account.
Set up an email account
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email.
›
1
2
3
Enter your email address and password.
Select Next (for general email accounts) or Manual setup
(for other company email accounts).
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
When you are finished setting up the email account, the email
messages are downloaded to your device. If you have created
more than two accounts, you can switch between email
→
accounts; Press [
]
Accounts and select one you want to
retrieve messages from.
Send an email message
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email
an email account.
›
1
→
→
Press [
]
Compose.
2
3
Select Contacts.
You can enter an email address manually or select one
from the logs or contact groups by selecting another
option.
Select contacts and select Add.
4
5
6
Select the Cc/Bcc field and add more recipients.
Select the subject field and enter a subject.
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Select the text input field and enter your email text.
7
8
Select Attach and attach a file.
You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo,
video, or sound.
Select Send to send the message.
9
If you are offline or outside your service area, the
message will be held in the message thread list until
you are online and in your service area.
View an email message
›
When you open an email account, you can view previously
retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view
new messages. After retrieving email messages, you can view
them offline.
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email
an email account.
1
→
Press [
]
Refresh to update the message list.
2
3
Select an email message.
From the message view, use the following options:
●
→
To reply to the message, press [
]
Reply.
●
→
To forward the message to other people, press [
]
Forward.
To delete the message, press [
●
●
→
]
Delete.
→
To move the message to another folder, press [
]
Move to folder.
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●
→
To load images from the message, press [
]
Show
pictures.
To view an attachment, select the attachment item. To save
it to your memory card, select
.
Talk
Learn to chat with friends and family via Google Talk .
™
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
Add friends to your friend list
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Talk.
The friend list shows all of your Google Talk contacts at a
glance.
›
1
→
Press [
]
Add friend.
2
3
Enter an email address of the friend and select Send
invitation.
When your friend accepts the invitation, the friend is added to
your friend list.
Start a chat
›
1
2
3
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Talk.
Select a friend from the friend list. The chat screen opens.
Enter your message and select Send.
→
→
To insert emoticons, press [
]
More Insert smiley.
→
To switch between active chats, press [
]
Switch
4
5
chats.
→
To end the chat, press [
]
End chat.
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Social Hub
Learn to access Social Hub , the integrated communication
™
application for Social Network Service (SNS), email, messages,
instant messages (IM), contacts or calendar information. Visit
socialhub.samsungapps.com for more details.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Social
Hub.
1
Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub.
2
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Entertainment
Camera
Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can
take photos at resolutions up to 2560 x 1920 pixels
(5 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to
640 x 480 pixels.
To use the camera, you must first insert a memory card.
●
The camera interface appears only in the landscape
orientation.
●
Tap the screen to hide or display icons in the
viewfinder.
●
The camera automatically turns off when you do not
use it for a specified period.
●
The memory capacity may differ depending on the
shooting scene or shooting conditions.
aCapture a photo
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.
›
1
2
3
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary
adjustments.
1
6
2
3
4
5
7
8
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Number
Function
Check the camera status and settings.
●
: Resolution
: Exposure metre type
: Number of photos you can take
(according to available memory)
●
1
●
●
: Storage location
Change the shooting mode.
Change the scene mode.
2
3
Change the flash setting; You can manually
turn the flash on or off or set the camera to
automatically use the flash when needed.
4
Change the camera settings.
Switch to the camcorder.
Capture a photo.
5
6
7
8
View the photo you captured last.
Press the Volume key to zoom in or out.
4
5
The zoom function may be unavailable when shooting
in the highest resolution.
Select
to take a photo.
The photo is saved automatically.
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After taking photos, select to view the taken photos.
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To view more photos, scroll left or right.
●
To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread
them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together.
You can also select or , or double-tap the screen.
To send a photo to others, select Share.
To set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a
contact, select Set as.
●
●
●
To delete a photo, select Delete.
Capture a photo by using preset options for
various scenes
›
Your camera provides you with predefined settings for
various scenes. You can simply select the proper mode for
your shooting condition and subjects.
For example, when you take photos at night, select the night
mode that uses an extended exposure.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.
1
2
3
4
5
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
→
Select
Make any necessary adjustments.
Select to take a photo.
a scene.
Capture a photo in Smile shot mode
›
Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you take
photos of their smiling faces.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.
1
2
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
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→
Select
Smile shot.
3
4
5
Make any necessary adjustments.
Aim the camera lens at your subject and select
.
Your device recognises people in an image and detects
their smiles. When the subject smiles, the device
automatically takes a photo.
Capture a series of photos
›
You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects. This
is useful when you are photographing children at play or a
sporting event.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.
1
2
3
4
5
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
→
Select
Continuous.
Make any necessary adjustments.
Tap and hold . The camera will continue to take photos
until you release the key.
Capture a panoramic photo
›
You can take wide panoramic photos using Panorama
shooting mode. This mode is convenient for photographing
landscapes.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.
1
2
3
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
→
Select
Panorama.
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Make any necessary adjustments.
4
5
6
Select
to take the first photo.
Slowly move the device in any direction and align the
green frame with the viewfinder.
When you have aligned the green frame and viewfinder,
the camera will automatically take the next photo.
Repeat step 6 to complete the panoramic photo.
7
Customise camera settings
›
→
Before taking a photo, select
options:
to access the following
Option
Function
Exposure value Set the exposure value.
Take close-up photos or set the camera
to focus on the subject.
Focus mode
Select the length of the delay before the
camera takes a photo.
Timer
Resolution
White balance
Change the resolution option.
Adjust the colour balance according to
lighting conditions.
Apply a special effect, such as sepia or
black and white tones.
Effects
Adjust the sensitivity of the camera
imaging sensor.
ISO
Metering
Auto contrast
Select a type of exposure metre.
Automatically adjust contrast between
your subject and background.
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Option
Function
Image quality
Set the quality level for your photos.
Adjust contrast, saturation, and
sharpness.
Adjust
→
Before taking a photo, select
settings:
to access the following
Setting
Function
Display the guidelines on the preview
screen.
Guidelines
Set the camera to display the taken
image.
Review
Set the camera to include location
information for your photos.
●
To improve GPS signals, avoid
shooting in locations where the
signal may be obstructed, such
as between buildings or in low-
lying areas, or in poor weather
conditions.
GPS
●
Your location may appear on
your photos when you upload
them to the web. To avoid this,
deactivate the GPS tag setting.
Set the camera shutter to make a sound
when capturing a photo.
Shutter sound
Reset
Reset menus and shooting options.
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Record a video
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera.
›
1
2
3
4
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
Select
to switch to the camcorder.
Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary
adjustments.
1
2
5
6
3
4
7
Number
Function
Check the camcorder status and settings.
●
: Resolution
: Length of video that can be
recorded (according to available memory)
●
1
●
: Storage location
Change the recording mode (for attaching
to a multimedia message or for saving
normally).
2
3
Change the flash setting; You can manually
turn the flash on or off or set the camera to
automatically use the flash when needed.
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Number
Function
Change the camcorder settings.
Switch to the camera.
Record a video.
4
5
6
7
View the video you recorded last.
Press the Volume key to zoom in or out.
5
The zoom function may be unavailable when recording
in the highest resolution.
Select to start recording.
6
7
Select to stop recording.
The video is saved automatically.
The camera may not be able to properly record videos
to a memory card with a slow transfer speed.
After recording videos, select to view the recorded videos.
●
To view more videos, scroll left or right.
To send a video to others, select Share.
To play a video, select Play.
To delete a video, select Delete.
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Customise camcorder settings
›
→
Before recording a video, select
following options:
to access the
Option
Function
Select the length of the delay before the
camera starts recording a video.
Timer
Resolution
White balance
Change the resolution option.
Adjust the colour balance according to
lighting conditions.
Apply a special effect, such as sepia or
black and white tones.
Effects
Video quality
Adjust
Set the quality level for your videos.
Adjust contrast, saturation, and
sharpness.
→
Before recording a video, select
following settings:
to access the
Setting
Function
Display the guidelines on the preview
screen.
Guidelines
Audio recording Turn the audio on or off.
Set the camera to display the recorded
Review
Reset
video.
Reset menus and recording options.
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Gallery
Learn to view photos and play videos saved on your memory
card.
Supported file formats
›
Type
Format
Image
Extension: bmp, gif, jpg, png, wbmp, agif
●
Extension: 3gp, mp4
Codec: MPEG4, H.263, H.264
Video
●
●
●
Some file formats are not supported depending on
the software of the device.
If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error
can occur when you open files.
●
●
Playback quality may vary by content type.
Some files may not play properly depending on how
they are encoded.
View a photo
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery.
›
1
2
3
Select a folder.
To change the view mode, select
of the screen.
or at the top right
Select a photo (with no icon) to view.
4
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While viewing a photo, use the following options:
●
To view more photos, scroll left or right.
●
To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread
them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together.
You can also select or , or double-tap the screen.
To start a slideshow in the selected folder, select Slideshow.
Tap the screen to stop the slideshow.
To use additional features using the photo, such as sharing,
deleting, and editing options, select Menu.
●
●
Play a video
›
1
2
3
4
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery.
Select a video (with the icon) to play.
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
Control playback with the virtual keys.
Share images or videos
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery.
›
1
2
3
4
Select a folder.
Press [ ] and select image or video files.
→
Select Share a sharing option.
Music
Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with
the music player. The music player supports the following file
formats: mp3, ogg, aac.
To use the music player, you must first insert a memory card.
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You can also play music files in the following formats if
you open them from My files, multimedia messages,
or on the web browser: mid, xmf, rtttl, imy, rtx, ota,
amr, wav, mxmf.
●
●
Some file formats are not supported depending on
the software of the device.
If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error
can occur when you open files.
●
●
Playback quality may vary by content type.
Some files may not play properly depending on how
they are encoded.
Add music files to your memory card
›
Start by transferring files to your memory card:
●
Download from the wireless web.
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Download from a PC with Samsung Kies.
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Copy to your memory card.
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Play music
›
After transferring music files to your device or memory card,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music.
1
2
→
Select a music category a music file.
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Control playback with the following keys:
3
5
1
6
2
3
4
7
8
Number
Function
Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound
system when a headset is connected.
1
Move to a point of the file by dragging or
tapping the bar.
1
2
Restart playback; skip backward (double-
tap); Scan backward in a file (tap and hold).
3
4
5
Pause playback; Select to resume
playback.
Change the repeat mode (off, repeating
one file, or repeating all files).
1
Activate Shuffle mode.
6
Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and
hold).
7
8
Open the playlist.
1.These icons are shown when you tap the player screen.
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●
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You can control playback with a headset: Press the
headset button to play or pause playback. You can
also press and hold the headset button to launch the
music player.
SRS CS Headphone delivers a 5.1 surround sound
™
experience over standard headphones or earbuds
when listening to multichannel content, such as DVD
movies.
WOW HD significantly improves the playback
™
quality of audio, delivering a dynamic 3D
entertainment experience with deep, rich bass and
high frequency clarity for crisp detail.
Create a playlist
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music.
›
1
2
3
4
5
→
Select a category a music file.
→
→
Press [
]
Add to playlist New.
Enter a title for your new playlist and select Save.
To add more music files to the playlist, play a file and press
→
→
[
]
Add to playlist the new playlist.
Use the party shuffle feature
›
When you turn on the party shuffle feature, your device
selects and plays music files randomly.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music.
1
2
3
→
Press [
]
Party shuffle.
→
To turn off the party shuffle feature, press [
shuffle off.
]
Party
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Customise music player settings
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music.
›
1
2
3
4
→
Select a category a music file.
→
Press [
]
Settings.
Adjust the following settings to customise your music
player:
Option
Function
Set whether or not to activate the
virtual 5.1 channel surround sound
system when a headset is connected.
5.1 channel
Equaliser
Select a default equaliser type.
FM radio
Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen
to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as
the radio antenna.
Listen to the FM radio
Plug a headset into the device.
›
1
2
In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM
radio.
The FM radio scans and saves available stations
automatically.
The first time you turn on the FM radio, it will start
automatic tuning.
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Control the FM radio with the following keys:
3
1
5
2
3
3
4
Number
Function
Turn the FM radio on or off.
Fine-tune the frequency.
1
2
3
Search for an available radio station.
Add the current radio station to the
favourites list.
4
5
Adjust the volume.
Save a radio station automatically
Plug a headset into the device.
›
1
2
In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM
radio.
→
→
Press [
]
Scan a scanning option.
3
The FM radio scans and saves available stations
automatically.
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Add a radio station to the favourites list
Plug a headset into the device.
›
1
2
In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM
radio.
Select
to turn on the FM radio.
Scroll to the radio station you want.
Select to add to the favourites list.
3
4
5
You can add a name for a radio station or remove
a radio station; Tap and hold a radio station on the
favourites list and select Rename or Remove.
Customise FM radio settings
In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM
radio.
›
1
→
Press [
]
Settings.
2
3
Adjust the following settings to customise your FM radio:
Option
Region
Function
Select your region.
Set whether or not to run the FM
radio in the background while using
other applications. If this feature is on,
you can control the FM radio from the
shortcuts panel.
Background
playing
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Option
Function
Set whether or not to show the
station ID on the FM radio screen;
Show Station ID Station IDs are available only from
radio stations that provide this
information.
Set whether or not the FM radio
Alternative
attempts to retune a radio station
frequency
when the current signal is weak.
Set the FM radio to automatically turn
FM auto off
off after a specified length of time.
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Personal information
Contacts
Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business
contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home
phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for
your contacts.
Create a contact
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
›
1
2
3
.
Select
.
Select a memory location.
If you have more than one account, select an account to
which you want to add the contact.
Enter contact information.
4
5
Select Save to add the contact to memory.
You can also create a contact from the dialling screen.
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Keypad.
1
Enter a phone number.
2
3
4
→
Select Add to Contacts
.
Select a memory location.
If you have more than one account, select an account to
which you want to add the contact.
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Enter contact information.
5
6
Select Save to add the contact to memory.
Find a contact
›
1
2
3
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Scroll up or down on the contact list.
Select a contact’s name.
.
Once you find a contact, you can:
●
call the contact by selecting a phone number.
send a message by selecting Message.
send an email message by selecting an email address.
set the contact as your favourites by selecting
●
●
●
●
.
→
edit the contact information by pressing [
]
Edit.
Set a speed dial number
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
›
1
2
3
.
→
→
Press [
]
More Speed dial.
→
Select a location number a contact.
You can quickly dial this number by touching and
holding the location number from the dialling screen.
Create your namecard
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
›
1
2
.
→
Press [
]
My profile.
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Enter your own personal details.
3
4
Select Save.
You can send your namecard by attaching it to a
message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth
wireless feature.
Retrieve contacts from your community
accounts
›
You can view the list of community website accounts and
select an account to add a contact from the website to your
phone contacts.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
.
1
2
3
4
→
Press [
]
Get friends.
Select an account.
Select contacts and select Add.
Create a group of contacts
›
By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple
contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. Start
by creating a group.
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Groups.
1
→
Press [
]
Create.
2
3
4
Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group.
Select Save.
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Copy contacts
›
To copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
.
1
2
3
→
→
Press [
]
Import/Export Import from SIM card.
Select contacts to copy and select Import.
To copy contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
.
1
2
3
→
→
Press [
]
Import/Export Export to SIM card.
→
Select contacts to copy and select Export Yes.
Import or export contacts
›
To import contact files (in vcf format) from a memory card to
your device,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
.
1
2
3
→
→
Press [
]
Import/Export Import from SD card.
Select a memory location.
If you have more than one account, select an account to
which you want to add the contact.
Select an option for importing a single contact file,
4
5
multiple contact files, or all contact files, and select OK.
Select contact files to import and select OK.
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To export contacts from your device to a memory card,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
.
1
2
3
→
→
Press [
]
Import/Export Export to SD card.
Select Yes to confirm.
View the communication log
›
You can view the communication log of calls, messages, email
or SNS threads.
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
›
History.
Select an item you want to view.
View social network activities
You can view the recent activities of contacts in social
network services, such as Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter.
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Activities.
1
Select an item you want to view.
2
Calendar
Learn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthly events,
and set alarms to remind yourself of important events.
Create an event
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Calendar.
›
1
→
→
Press [
]
More Create.
2
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Enter the details of the event as required.
3
4
Select Done.
View events
›
To change the calendar view,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Calendar.
1
→
Press [
]
Day, Week, or Month.
2
To view events of a specific date,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Calendar.
1
Select a date on the calendar. In month view, days with
scheduled events are indicated by a blue bar.
2
●
To move to a specific day by entering a date manually,
→
→
press [
]
More Go to, enter the date by
selecting + or -, and select Set.
To select today’s date, press [
●
→
]
Today.
Select an event to view its details.
3
Stop an event alarm
›
If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm icon
will appear at the specified time.
Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen.
Select a reminder to view more details about the event.
1
2
3
To snooze or dismiss the reminder, select Snooze all or
Dismiss all.
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Memo
Learn to record important information to save and view at a
later date.
Create a memo
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Memo.
›
1
2
3
4
5
6
→
Select Create memo or press [
Enter your memo text.
]
Create.
Press [ ] to hide the keypad.
Select a colour to change a background colour.
Select Save.
View memos
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Memo.
›
1
2
Select a memo to view its details.
●
To edit the memo, select
To delete the memo, select
.
●
→
OK.
You can send the memo to others by tapping and
→
holding the memo and selecting Send via an option.
Voice recorder
Learn to operate your device’s voice recorder.
To use this feature, you must first insert a memory card.
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Record a voice memo
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice
recorder.
›
1
Select Record to start recording.
2
3
4
Speak into the microphone.
When you are finished recording a memo, select Stop.
Your memo is saved automatically.
To record more voice memos, select Record from the
bottom of the screen.
5
Play a voice memo
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice
recorder.
›
1
Select List.
2
3
Select a voice memo to play.
You can send the voice memo to others by pressing
→
→
[
]
Share an option.
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Web
Web services require a data connection. Contact your
operator to choose the best data plan.
Internet
Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages.
●
You may incur additional charges for accessing the
web and downloading media files. For details, contact
your service provider.
●
The web browser menu may be labelled differently
depending on your service provider.
●
Available icons may vary depending on your region or
service provider.
Browse web pages
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet
to launch a specified homepage.
›
1
To access a specific web page, select the URL input field,
enter the web address of the web page, and select
.
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Navigate web pages with the following keys:
2
1
2
The above screen may differ depending on your region
or service provider.
Number
Function
Enter the web address of a web page to
access.
1
Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently
visited pages and recent internet history.
2
While browsing the web page, use the following options:
●
To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread
them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together.
You can also double-tap the screen.
●
→
To open a new window, press [
]
New window.
●
→
To view the currently active windows, press [
Windows. You can open multiple pages and switch back
]
and forth between them.
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●
●
●
→
To reload the current web page, press [
To go to the next page in history, press [
To bookmark the current web page, press [
bookmark.
]
Refresh.
→
]
Forward.
→
]
Add
●
●
To add a shortcut to the current web page to the idle
→
→
screen, press [
]
More Add shortcut to Home.
→
→
To search for text on the web page, press [
]
More
Find on page.
To view web page details, press [
●
●
→
→
]
More Page info.
To send the web address of the web page to others, press
→
→
[
]
More Share page.
●
●
→
→
To view the download history, press [
Downloads.
To customise browser settings, press [
Settings.
]
More
→
→
]
More
Search for information by voice
›
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet.
1
2
3
Select the address field.
Select and say a keyword into your device’s
microphone.
The device searches for information and web pages
related with the keyword.
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Bookmark your favourite web pages
›
If you know the web address of a web page, you can manually
add a bookmark. To add a bookmark,
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet.
1
2
3
→
Select
Bookmarks.
→
Select Add or press [
page.
]
Bookmark last-viewed
Enter a page title and a web address.
4
5
Select OK.
From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark and use the
following options:
●
To open the web page in the current window, select Open.
To open the web page in a new window, select Open in
new window.
To edit the bookmark details, select Edit bookmark.
To add the bookmark shortcut to the idle screen, select Add
shortcut to Home.
To send the web address of the web page to others, select
Share link.
To copy the web address of the web page, select Copy link
URL.
To delete the bookmark, select Delete bookmark.
To use the web page as your homepage of the browser,
select Set as homepage.
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
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Access the frequently visited pages or the
recent history
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet.
1
2
3
→
Select
Most visited or History.
Select a web page to access.
You can add a web page to the bookmark list by
selecting the star icon on the right.
Maps
Learn to use Google Maps to find your location, search the
™
map for streets, cities, or countries, and get directions.
To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in the
following conditions:
●
between buildings, in tunnels or underground passages, or
inside buildings
●
in poor weather
around high voltage or electromagnetic fields
in a vehicle with sun protection film
●
●
Do not touch the internal antenna area or cover this
area with your hands or other objects while using the
GPS functions.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
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Activate location services to use with Google
Maps
›
You must activate location services to find your location and
search the map.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
→
Location and security.
Adjust the following settings to activate location services:
2
Option
Function
Use wireless
networks
Set to use WLAN and/or mobile
networks for finding your location.
Use GPS
satellites
Set to use the GPS satellite for finding
your location.
Search for a specific location
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Maps.
›
1
2
If you are launching this application for the first time,
select OK to confirm.
The map will display your current location.
→
Press [
]
Search or select
.
3
4
Enter a keyword for the location and select
To search for a location by voice, select
.
.
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Select the location you want to view details.
5
●
To view a list of all results for your search, select
To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread
them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer
.
●
together. You can also select
the screen.
or
, or double-tap
●
●
●
●
To search for a place around you, select .
To add layers to the map, select
To view your current location, select
To switch to a compass view of the map that changes
orientation when you move the device, select
.
.
.
●
To add a star to the location, select the balloon of the
→
location name
.
Get directions to a specific destination
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Maps.
›
1
2
3
→
Press [
]
Directions.
Enter the addresses of the starting location and the
ending location.
To enter an address from your contact list or point the
→
location on the map or your starred place, select
Contacts, Point on map,or My Places.
Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select Get
4
5
directions.
Select a travel route to view details of your trip (if
necessary).
The route is indicated on the map. Depending on the
selected travel method, you may see multiple routes.
Select a route to view details of your trip and select to
view the route on the map.
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Select
or
to view only a single part of the route.
6
7
→
When you are finished, press [
]
Clear Map.
Share your location via Google Latitude
›
Learn to share your location with your friends and view
friends’locations via Google Latitude .
™
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Latitude.
The device automatically joins Latitude.
1
2
3
4
→
Select
address.
Select from Contacts or Add via email
Select a friend you want to add, or enter an email address
and select Add friends.
Select Yes.
When your friend accepts your invitation, you can share
locations.
→
Press [
]
See map.
5
Your friends’locations are marked with their photos on the
map.
Search for a place around you
›
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Places.
1
2
Select a category.
Your device searches for places around your current
location that are related to the category.
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Select a place name to view its details.
3
4
While viewing information, use the following options:
To view the place on the map, select Map.
To view the route to the place, select Directions.
To view the phone number of the place, select Call.
Navigate to your destination
›
Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your
destination with voice guidance.
●
Navigation maps, your current location, and other
navigational data may differ from actual location
information. You should always pay attention to road
conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may
affect your driving and follow all safety warnings and
regulations while driving.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
●
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
3
Navigation.
If you are launching this application for the first time,
select Accept.
Enter your destination by using one of the following
methods:
●
Speak Destination: Speak your destination such as
“Navigate to destination.”
●
Type Destination: Enter your destination with the
virtual keypad.
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●
●
Contacts: Select your destination from addresses of
your contacts.
Starred Places: Select your destination from the list of
your starred places.
Follow the on-screen instructions to use the navigation
service.
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YouTube
Learn to view and upload videos via YouTube.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
Watch videos
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
YouTube.
›
1
If you are launching this application for the first time,
select Accept to confirm.
2
Select a video from the list.
3
4
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
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Control playback with the following keys:
5
2
1
Number
Function
Move to a point of the file by dragging the
bar.
1
2
Change the quality of the display.
Upload videos
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
YouTube.
›
1
→
Press [
]
Upload and select a video. Skip to 8.
2
If you want to upload new videos, select
to turn on the
camera.
Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view.
Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments.
Select to start recording.
3
4
5
6
7
8
Select to stop recording.
Select Save to upload the video that you have recorded.
Enter your user name and password and select Sign in (if
necessary).
Enter details of the upload and select Upload.
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News & Weather
Learn to view the weather information and read top news
and other news articles.
View the weather information
In Idle mode, open the application list and select News &
Weather.
›
1
Select Weather at the top of the screen.
Your device searches for your current location and displays
the weather information.
2
You can change the location to view the weather
→
information in another region. Press [
]
Settings
→
Weather settings and clear the check box next to
Use My location. Then select a location in Set location.
Read news articles
In Idle mode, open the application list and select News &
Weather.
›
1
Select a news topic at the top of the screen.
2
3
Select an article to open.
→
→
To add news topics, press [
]
Settings News
→
settings Select news topics.
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Samsung Apps
Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an
abundance of applications directly to your device. Featuring
a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking,
navigation, health related applications and more, Samsung
Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile
experience.
Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications
from Samsung Apps. Explore amazing applications and make
your mobile life even better.
●
The feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
●
For details, please visit www.samsungapps.com.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
3
Samsung Apps.
If you are launching this application for the first time, read
the terms and conditions and select Accept.
Search for and download applications as desired.
Market
You can download games, ringtones, or other applications
from the Android Market.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Market.
1
2
Search for a file and download it to the device.
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BigPond
Learn to access the homepage of your service provider’s
web service. You can perform various functions, such as
receiving news and weather updates, downloading various
applications, or watching popular TV programs.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
BigPond.
Select a web service and navigate web pages.
CitySearch
You can search for a place and view details, such as an address
or phone number. In Idle mode, select CitySearch.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
Downloads
You can access the mobile store preset by your service
provider. In Idle mode, select Downloads.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
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FOXTEL
You can watch popular TV programs with your device. In Idle
mode, select FOXTEL.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
GFG 2011
You can search for restaurants that are recommended by the
Good Food Guide (GFG). In Idle mode, open the application
list and select GFG 2011.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
MySync
You can back up and restore your contacts, calendar events,
and tasks on your service provider’s web server. In Idle mode,
open the application list and select MySync.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
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Navigation
You can find your location, search the online map for
streets or cities, and get directions. In Idle mode, open the
application list and select Navigation.
●
Navigation maps, your current location, and other
navigational data may differ from actual location
information. You should always pay attention to road
conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may
affect your driving and follow all safety warnings and
regulations while driving.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
●
Navigator
You can find your location, search the online map for
streets or cities, and get directions. In Idle mode, open the
application list and select Navigator.
●
Navigation maps, your current location, and other
navigational data may differ from actual location
information. You should always pay attention to road
conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may
affect your driving and follow all safety warnings and
regulations while driving.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
●
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TelstraOne
You can get and read the current news and real time
information. In Idle mode, open the application list and select
TelstraOne.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
White Pag
You can access the White Pages website to search for
people. In Idle mode, open the application list and select
White Pag.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
Yellow Pag
You can access the Yellow Pages website to search for
businesses. In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Yellow Pag.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
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Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications
technology capable of exchanging information over
a distance of about 10 m without requiring a physical
connection.
You do not need to line up the devices to beam information
with Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another,
you can exchange information between them even if they are
located in different rooms.
●
Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception,
or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth
wireless feature.
●
Always ensure that you share and receive data with
devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there
are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.
Some devices, especially those that are not tested
or approved by Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible
with your device.
●
Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
Wireless and networks Bluetooth settings.
Select Bluetooth to turn on the Bluetooth wireless
feature.
2
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Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled
devices
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
→
→
→
Wireless and networks Bluetooth settings
Scan devices.
Select a device.
2
3
Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the
other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK.
Alternatively, select Accept to match the PIN between
your device and the device.
When the owner of the other device enters the same
PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete. If the
pairing is successful, the device will automatically search
for available services.
Some devices, especially headsets or hands-free car
kits, may have a fixed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. If the
other device has a PIN, you must enter it.
Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature
Select a file or item, such as a contact, memo, or media file,
from an appropriate application or My files.
›
1
Select an option for sending data via Bluetooth.
2
3
The method for selecting an option may vary by data
type.
Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device.
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Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless
feature
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
1
→
→
→
Wireless and networks Bluetooth settings
Discoverable.
Your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices for
120 seconds.
When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless
2
3
feature and select OK (if necessary).
Select Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive
data from the device.
Received data is saved to the bluetooth folder. If you receive a
contact, it is automatically saved to the phonebook.
Wi-Fi
Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities
to activate and connect to any wireless local area network
(WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standards.
You can connect to the internet or other network devices
anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available.
Your device uses non-harmonised frequency and is
intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN
can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors,
but cannot be operated outdoors in France.
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Activate the WLAN feature
›
→
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
Wireless and networks Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi.
An active WLAN running in the background will
consume battery power. To preserve battery power,
activate the WLAN only when needed.
Find and connect to a WLAN
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
Wireless and networks Wi-Fi settings.
The device will automatically search for available WLANs.
Select a network under Wi-Fi networks.
Enter a password for the network (if necessary).
Select Connect.
2
3
4
Add a WLAN manually
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
→
Wireless and networks Wi-Fi settings Add Wi-
Fi network.
Enter the SSID for the network and select the security
type.
2
3
4
Set the security settings depending on the selected
security type.
Select Save.
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AllShare
Learn to use the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)
service that enables you to share media files between DLNA-
enabled devices in your home over a WLAN.
You must first activate the WLAN feature and add a WLAN
profile.
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Customise DLNA settings for sharing media
files
›
To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on
your device, you must activate media sharing.
Some files may not play on the DLNA-enabled devices
depending on the devices.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare.
1
2
3
Select Settings.
Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA
feature:
Option
Function
Media server
name
Enter a name for your device as a
media server.
Turn on video sharing, image sharing,
or music sharing with other DLNA-
enabled devices.
Share media
Access point
network
Select a WLAN AP to use for DLNA
connections.
Upload from
other devices
Set whether or not to accept the
upload from other devices.
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Play your files on another DLNA-enabled
device
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare.
Select Play file from my phone on another player.
Select a media category and select files you want to play.
Select Add to playlist.
1
2
3
4
5
Select a player—the one that will play the media file.
Playback begins at the selected player.
Control playback using icons of your device.
6
Playback may be buffered, depending on the network
connection and the connected server.
Play files of one device on the other device
In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare.
›
1
2
Select Play file from server on another player via my
phone.
Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled
devices.
Select a device as the media server—the one that
contains media files.
3
Select a media category and select files you want to play.
4
5
Select Add to playlist.
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Select a player—the one that will play the media file.
Playback begins at the selected player.
6
7
Control playback using icons of your device.
Mobile network sharing
Learn to set your device as a wireless modem or wireless
access point for PCs or other devices, and share your device’s
mobile network connection.
Share your device’s mobile network via USB
Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your
device to a PC.
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
2
3
→
→
Wireless and networks Tethering and portable
hotspot.
Select USB tethering to activate the USB tethering
feature.
Your device shares the mobile network connection on
your PC.
To stop sharing the network connection, clear the check
box next to USB tethering.
The sharing method for the network connection may
differ depending on the PC’s operating system.
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Share your device’s mobile network via WLAN
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
hotspot.
→
Wireless and networks Tethering and portable
Select Mobile AP to activate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.
2
3
→
Select Mobile AP settings Configure mobile AP to
configure network settings to use your device as an access
point:
Option
Function
View and edit the device name that
will be shown to external devices.
Network SSID
Security
Select the security type.
When you are finished, select Save.
4
5
From another device, locate your device’s name in the
available connection list and connect to the network.
Your device shares the mobile network connection on
another device.
PC connections
Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable in
various USB connection modes. By connecting the device to a
PC, you can transfer data to and from your device directly and
use the Samsung Kies program.
Connectivity
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Connect with Samsung Kies
›
Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can
download the program from the Samsung website
(www.samsung.com).
Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your
device to a PC.
1
Samsung Kies will launch automatically.
If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch, double-
click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC.
Copy files from the PC to the device.
Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.
2
Connect as a mass storage device
›
If you insert a memory card in the device, you can access the
file directory of the memory card by using the device as a
memory card reader.
Insert a memory card into the device.
1
2
Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your
device to a PC.
Open the shortcuts panel.
3
4
5
6
→
→
Select USB connected Connect storage to PC OK.
Open the folder to view files.
Copy files from the PC to the memory card.
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When you are finished, select Disconnect storage from
PC.
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To disconnect the device from the PC, click the USB
device icon on the Windows task bar and click the
option to safely remove the mass storage device. Then
remove the USB cable from the PC. Otherwise, you may
lose data stored on the memory card or damage the
memory card.
VPN connections
You can create virtual private networks (VPN) and connect to
your private network securely through a public network, such
as the internet.
Your device should already be configured with internet
access. If you have trouble accessing the internet, you
need to edit connections. If you are not sure about
the connection information to enter, ask your service
provider.
Set up VPN connections
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
→
Wireless and networks VPN settings Add VPN.
Select a VPN type.
2
3
Customise the connection information.
Available options may vary depending on the VPN type.
Option
Function
VPN name
Set VPN server
Enter a name of the VPN server.
Enter the IP address of the VPN server.
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Option
Function
Enable
Encryption
Set to encrypt the VPN server.
Set IPsec pre-
shared key
Enter a pre-shared key.
Enable L2TP
secret
Set to use the L2TP secret password.
Set L2TP secret Enter the L2TP secret password.
Select a user certificate that the VPN
Set user
certificate
server uses to identify you. You can
import certificates from the VPN
server or download from the web.
Select a certificate authority (CA)
certificate that the VPN server uses
to identify you. You can import
certificates from the VPN server or
download from the web.
Set CA
certificate
DNS search
domains
Enter the domain name server (DNS)
address.
→
When you are finished, press [
]
Save.
4
Connect to a private network
›
1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
→
Wireless and networks VPN settings.
Select a private network to connect.
2
3
Enter the user name and password and select Connect.
Connectivity
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Tools
Clock
Learn to use the clock display on the Idle screen, and set and
control alarms for important events.
Use the clock display
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock.
›
1
2
While using the clock display, use the following features:
●
To create or delete an alarm, select
.
●
●
●
To play a slideshow with photos in Gallery, select
.
To launch the music player, select
To return to the idle screen, select
.
.
Set a new alarm
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock.
›
1
2
3
4
→
Press [
]
Add alarm.
Set alarm details.
When you are finished, select Done.
The snooze feature sets the device to repeat the alarm
after a specific length of time. To set the length of
time for the snooze feature, press [
Snooze duration.
→
→
]
Settings
Tools
108
Stop an alarm
›
When the alarm sounds,
●
Select Dismiss to stop the alarm.
Select Snooze to repeat the alarm after a specified length
of time.
●
Calculator
Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your
device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
Calculator.
Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to
perform basic mathematical operations.
→
Press [
]
Advanced panel to use scientific
calculator.
Downloads
Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the
web and email.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Downloads.
1
Select a download folder.
2
3
To open a file, select the file.
To delete a file, select the check box and then select
Delete.
Tools
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Google Search
You can search for applications in your device and specific
data on the web.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Google
1
2
Search.
If you are launching this application for the first time, set
whether or not to view the search history of your Google
account, and then whether or not to use your location.
Enter a letter or a word of the data to search for.
To search for data by voice, select and say a keyword
into your device’s microphone.
3
4
Select the item’s name you want to access.
My files
Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos,
music, sound clips, and other types of files stored on your
memory card.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select My files.
1
2
Select a folder.
●
To move up one level in the file directory, select Up.
To return to the Home directory, select Home.
●
Select a file to open.
3
In a folder, press [ ] to use the following options:
●
To send a file to others via multimedia message, email or
the Bluetooth wireless feature, select Share.
●
To create a new folder, select Create folder.
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110
●
●
●
●
To delete files or folders, select Delete.
To change the view mode, select View by.
To sort files or folders, select List by.
To use additional features using a file, such as moving,
copying or renaming option, select More.
SIM Toolkit
Use a variety of additional services offered by your service
provider. Depending on your SIM or USIM card, this menu
may be available but labelled differently.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select SIM Toolkit.
Task manager
With the task manager, you can view currently running
applications, package size of applications, and memory
information, and monitor the RAM memory.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Task
manager.
1
Use the following options:
Active applications: View the list of all the applications
2
●
currently running on your device.
Package: View the package size of applications installed
on your device.
RAM: Check and manage the RAM memory for your
device.
Summary: View the used and available memory on
your device and memory card.
●
●
●
●
Help: View help information about extending battery
life.
Tools
111
ThinkFree Office
Learn to create and view document files on your device. If
you have an account with the ThinkFree web service, you can
manage documents online. This application supports the
following file formats: txt, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, pdf.
Create a new document
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
ThinkFree Office.
›
1
Select Accept to confirm, if you are launching this
application for the first time.
2
→
Select Activate now Close to activate ThinkFree Office.
3
4
5
6
7
Select My Docs.
→
→
Press [
]
New a document type.
Enter a name for the document and select OK.
Enter contents in the document by using the tools at the
bottom of the screen.
When you are finished editing, select on the toolbar or
8
→
→
press [
]
File Save.
View and edit a document on your device
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
ThinkFree Office.
›
1
→
Select My Docs a document.
2
3
4
Select a text encoding type (if necessary).
View and edit the document as desired.
●
To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread
them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer
together.
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112
●
●
To open the toolbar to edit the document (word, text, or
→
excel file), press [
]
Edit.
→
To search for text in the document, press [
]
Find.
When you are finished editing, save the document.
5
Manage documents online
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
ThinkFree Office.
›
1
Select Online.
2
3
Enter your user name and password to access your
account, and then select Sign in.
View and manage your documents on the server as
desired.
4
Voice Search
Learn to use the voice command feature to dial a number,
send a message, or search for locations and information by
voice.
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice
1
2
Search.
If you are launching this application for the first time, set
whether or not to activate personalised recognition.
Select Speak now.
3
4
5
Say a command into the microphone.
Select the item’s name you want to access (if necessary).
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113
Settings
Access the Settings menu
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings.
1
2
Select a setting category and select an option.
Wireless and networks
Change the settings for wireless network connections.
Flight mode
›
Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only
non-network services.
Wi-Fi settings
›
●
Wi-Fi: Turn the WLAN feature on or off.
►
p. 100
●
Network notification: Set the device to notify you when an
open network is available.
Add Wi-Fi network: Add WLAN APs manually.
●
Bluetooth settings
›
●
Bluetooth: Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off.
►
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●
●
Device name: Set a Bluetooth name for your device.
Discoverable: Set your device to be visible to other
Bluetooth devices.
●
Scan devices: Search for available Bluetooth devices.
Settings
114
Tethering and portable hotspot
›
●
USB tethering: Activate the USB tethering feature to share
your device’s mobile network connection with PCs via USB.
When connected to a PC, your device is used as a wireless
modem for a PC.
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●
●
Mobile AP: Activate the Wi-Fi tethering feature to share
your device’s mobile network connection with PCs or other
devices through the WLAN feature.
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Mobile AP settings: Configure network settings for your
WLAN hotspot.
VPN settings
›
Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).
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Mobile networks
›
●
Use packet data: Set to allow packet switched data
networks for network services.
●
Data roaming: Set the device to connect another network
when you are roaming or your home network is not
available.
Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs).
Use only 2G networks: Set the device to connect only to a
2G network.
●
●
●
Network operators: Search for available networks and
select a network for roaming.
Call settings
Customise the settings for calling features.
Settings
115
Fixed Dialing Numbers
›
●
Enable FDN: Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict
calls to numbers in the FDN list. You must enter the PIN2
supplied with your SIM or USIM card.
●
Change PIN2: Change the PIN2, which is used to protect
the primary PIN. If the SIM or USIM card is locked, this menu
changes to Unblock PIN2.
●
FDN list: Set up a list of contacts for fixed dialling.
Voice mail service
›
Select your service provider’s voice mail service. You can
also select other voice mail services if you downloaded
applications that support them.
Voice mail number
›
Enter the number to access the voice mail service. You can
obtain this number from your service provider.
Call forwarding
›
Divert incoming calls to another number.
Additional settings
›
●
Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for
outgoing calls.
●
●
Call waiting: Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in
progress.
Turn on proximity sensor: Set to turn on the proximity
sensor during a call.
Settings
116
Sound
Change the settings for various sounds on your device.
●
Download tones: Access the BigPond website to download
ringtones or other tones.
●
Silent mode: Activate the silent mode to mute all sounds
except media sounds and alarm ringtones.
Vibrate: Set when the device will vibrate for various events.
Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music
and videos, alarm ringtones, system sound, and notification
ringtones.
Phone ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming
calls.
Notification ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to
events, such as incoming messages and missed calls.
Audible touch tones: Set the device to sound when you
touch the keys on the dialling screen.
Audible selection: Set the device to sound when you
select an application or option.
Screen lock sounds: Set the device to sound when you
lock or unlock the touch screen.
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●
●
●
●
●
●
Display
Change the settings for the display.
Settings
117
●
●
Wallpapers:
- Home screen wallpaper: Select a background image for
the idle screen.
- Lock screen wallpaper: Select a background image for
the screen lock.
Font style: Change the font type for the display text. You
can download fonts from Android Market by selecting Get
fonts online.
Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.
Auto-rotate screen: Set whether or not to rotate the
content automatically when the device is rotated.
Animation: Set the device to display animation when you
switch between windows.
Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits
before turning off the display’s backlight.
Horizontal calibration: Calibrate the accelerometer to
adjust the horizontal axis of the device for better motion
recognition.
●
●
●
●
●
Location and security
Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or
USIM card, and GPS functionality.
●
Use wireless networks: Set to use WLAN and/or mobile
networks for finding your location.
●
Use GPS satellites: Set to use the GPS satellite for finding
your location.
●
Set screen lock: Set the unlock security code. When you
have set your security code, this option changes to Change
screen lock.
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118
- None: Disable the screen lock.
- Pattern: Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen.
- PIN: Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen.
- Password: Set a password (alphanumeric) to unlock the
screen.
●
Set up SIM card lock:
- Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature
to require the PIN before using the device.
- Change SIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access SIM or
USIM data.
Visible passwords: Set the device to display your password
as you enter.
Select device administrators: View device administrators
installed on your device. You can activate device
administrators to apply new policies to your device.
Use secure credentials: Use certificates and credentials to
ensure secure use of various applications.
Install from SD card: Install encrypted certificates that are
stored on a memory card.
●
●
●
●
●
●
Set password: Create and confirm a password for accessing
credentials.
Clear storage: Erase the credential contents from the
device and reset the password.
Settings
119
Applications
Change the settings for managing installed applications.
●
Unknown sources: Select to download applications
from any source. If you do not select this option, you can
download applications only from Android Market.
●
Manage applications: Access the list of the applications
installed on the device and check the application
information.
Running services: View the services you are using and
access them to manage.
Memory usage: View available memory and the memory
used by applications on your device and memory card.
Battery use: View the amount of power consumed by your
device.
●
●
●
●
Development:
- USB debugging: This is for application development.
When your device is connected to a PC with a PC data
cable, the USB debugging mode will be activated and
Samsung Kies will launch automatically.
- Stay awake: Set the device’s screen to stay on while
charging the battery.
- Allow mock locations: Allow mock locations and service
information to be sent to a Location Manager service for
testing. This is for application development.
Samsung Apps: Select a network connection (WLAN or
packet switched data network) to get application update
notification from Samsung Apps.
●
This feature may be unavailable depending on your
region or service provider.
Settings
120
Accounts and sync
Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage
accounts for synchronisation.
●
Background data: Select this setting to use the auto sync
feature. The auto sync will run in the background without
opening applications and synchronise data.
●
Auto-sync: Set the device to synchronise contact, calendar,
and email data automatically.
Privacy
Change the settings for managing your settings and data.
●
Back up my data: Back up your device’s settings to the
Google server.
●
Automatic restore: Set the device to restore applications’
data you backed up when they are installed in your device.
Factory data reset: Reset your settings to the factory
default values and delete all your data.
●
SD card and phone storage
Check memory information of memory cards and your
device, and format a memory card.
Locale and text
Change the settings for text input.
Select language
›
Select a display language for all menus and applications.
Settings
121
Select input method
›
Select a default keyboard type for text input.
Swype
›
●
Language: Select a language for text input.
You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text,
you should change the writing language to one of the
supported languages.
●
●
●
●
●
Word prediction: Set the device to predict words
according to your input and display word suggestions.
Audio feedback: Set to alert you when there are no
alternative words for your input if you double-tap a word.
Enable tip indicator: Set to alert you to quick help by
blinking the tip indicator.
Auto-spacing: Set the device to automatically insert a
space between words.
Auto-capitalization: Set the device to automatically
capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark, such
as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark.
Show complete trace: Set to display the trace of your
dragging on the keyboard.
Word choice window: Set how often the word list will
display.
Speed vs. accuracy: Set the balance for the speed and
accuracy.
Swype help: Access help information for using the Swype
keyboard.
Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Swype keyboard.
Version: View version information.
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●
●
●
Settings
122
Samsung keypad
›
●
Portrait keypad types: Select the default input method,
such as the QWERTY keyboard, traditional keypad, or
handwriting screen.
●
Input languages: Select languages for text input.
You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text,
you should change the writing language to one of the
supported languages.
●
●
XT9: Activate XT9 mode to enter text using Predictive input
mode.
XT9 advanced settings: Activate the advanced features
of XT9 mode, such as auto completion, auto correction, or
auto substitution, and set up your own word list.
Keypad sweeping: Enable or disable the keypad sweeping
feature for the text input mode. You can switch between
input modes by scrolling left or right on the keypad.
Auto-capitalization: Set the device to automatically
capitalise the first letter after a final punctuation mark, such
as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark.
Handwriting settings: Customise the recognition time in
Handwriting mode.
Voice input: Activate the voice input feature to enter text
by voice on the Samsung keypad.
Auto-full stop: Set the device to insert a period when you
double-tap the space bar.
Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad.
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●
●
●
●
●
Settings
123
Voice input and output
Change the settings for the voice recogniser and the text-to-
speech feature.
Voice recognition settings
›
●
Language: Select a language for the Google voice
recognition.
●
●
SafeSearch: Set the device to filter explicit text and/or
images from voice search results.
Block offensive words: Hide offensive words your device
recognised from voice search results.
Text-to-speech settings
›
●
Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an
example. Install voice data for using the text-to-speech
feature.
●
Always use my settings: Set to use the speech rate and
language settings you specify over the settings saved in
applications.
●
●
Default engine: Set the speech synthesis engine to be
used for spoken text.
Install voice data: Download and install voice data for the
text-to-speech feature.
●
●
●
Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature.
Language: Select a language for the text-to-speech feature.
Engines: View the text-to-speech engines in your device.
Settings
124
Accessibility
Change the settings for accessibility features.
●
Accessibility: Activate an accessibility application you have
downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide
voice, melody, or vibration feedback.
●
Accessibility services: Select an accessibility application to
use.
The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call
when you press [ ].
●
Date and time
Access and alter the following settings to control how time
and date are displayed on your device:
If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from
the device, the time and date will be reset.
●
Automatic: Automatically update the time when you move
across time zones.
●
Set date: Set the current date manually.
Select time zone: Set your home time zone.
Set time: Set the current time manually.
Use 24-hour format: Set to the time to be displayed in
24-hour format.
Select date format: Select a date format.
●
●
●
●
About phone
Access information about your device, check the device’s
status, and update the device system.
Settings
125
Troubleshooting
When you turn on your device or while you are
using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the
following codes:
Code
Try this to solve the problem:
When the device lock feature is enabled, you
must enter the password you set for the device.
Password
When using the device for the first time or
when the PIN requirement is enabled, you
must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or
USIM card. You can disable this feature by
using the Lock SIM card menu.
PIN
Your SIM or USIM card is blocked, usually as a
result of entering your PIN incorrectly several
times. You must enter the PUK supplied by
your service provider.
PUK
When you access a menu requiring the PIN2,
you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM
or USIM card. For details, contact your service
provider.
PIN2
Your device displays network or service error
messages
●
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception,
you may lose reception. Move to another area and try
again.
●
You cannot access some options without a subscription.
Contact your service provider for more details.
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126
The touch screen responds slowly or improperly
If your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not
responding properly, try the following:
●
Remove any protective covers from the touch screen.
Protective covers may prevent the device from recognising
your inputs and are not recommended for touch screen
devices.
Ensure that your hands are clean and dry when tapping the
touch screen.
Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest
version.
●
●
●
●
If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your
local Samsung Service Centre.
Your device freezes or has fatal errors
If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close
programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your
device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold [ ] for
8-10 seconds. The device will reboot automatically.
If this does not solve the problem, perform a factory data
reset. In Idle mode, open the application list and select
→
→
→
Settings Privacy Factory data reset Reset phone
→
Erase everything.
Calls are being dropped
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception,
you may lose your connection to the network. Move to
another area and try again.
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127
Outgoing calls are not connected
●
Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key.
Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone
number you are dialling.
●
●
Incoming calls are not connected
●
Ensure that your device is turned on.
Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming
phone number.
●
●
Others cannot hear you speaking on a call
●
Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone.
Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth.
If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected.
●
●
Audio quality is poor
●
Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal
antenna.
●
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception,
you may lose reception. Move to another area and try
again.
When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected
●
Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list.
Re-enter and save the number, if necessary.
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact’s
phone number.
●
●
The device beeps and the battery icon flashes
Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to
continue using the device.
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128
The battery does not charge properly or the device
turns off
●
The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold-
coloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try charging
the battery again.
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If the battery will no longer charge completely, dispose
of the old battery properly and replace it with a new
battery (refer to your local ordinances for proper disposal
instructions).
Your device is hot to the touch
When you use applications that require more power or use
applications on your device for an extended period of time,
your device may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and
should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance.
Error messages appear when launching the camera
Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient available
memory and battery power to operate the camera
application. If you receive error messages when launching the
camera, try the following:
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Charge the battery or replace it with a battery that is fully
charged.
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Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting
files from your device.
Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with
the camera application after trying these tips, contact a
Samsung Service Centre.
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Error messages appear when launching the FM radio
The FM radio application on your Samsung mobile device
uses the headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset
connected, the FM radio will be unable to receive radio
stations. To use the FM radio, first ensure that the headset
is properly connected. Next, scan for and save the available
radio stations.
If you still cannot use the FM radio after performing these
steps, try accessing your desired station with another radio
receiver. If you can hear the station with another receiver,
your device may require service. Contact a Samsung Service
Centre.
Error messages appear when opening music files
Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile
device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages
when opening music files on your device, try the following:
●
Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting
files from your device.
●
Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management
(DRM)-protected. If the file is DRM-protected, ensure that
you have the appropriate license or key to play the file.
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Ensure that your device supports the file type.
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Another Bluetooth device is not located
●
Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on
your device.
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Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on
the device you wish to connect to, if necessary.
Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are
within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m).
●
If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung
Service Centre.
A connection is not established when you connect
the device to a PC
●
Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with
your device.
●
Ensure that you have the proper drivers installed and
updated on your PC.
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Safety precautions
To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of
the following information before using your device.
Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and
explosion
Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical
sockets
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands, or disconnect the
charger by pulling on the cord
Do not bend or damage the power cord
Do not use your device while charging or touch your device with
wet hands
Do not short-circuit the charger or the battery
Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the battery
Do not charge the battery with chargers that are not approved by
the manufacturer
Do not use your device during a thunderstorm
Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is increased.
Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery
For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorised
service centre.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
●
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for
your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries
or damage to your device.
Never dispose of batteries or devices in a fire. Follow all local regulations
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when disposing of used batteries or devices.
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Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave
ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated.
Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high
external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating.
Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage
●
Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot
temperatures.
●
Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce
the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries.
Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a
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connection between the + and – terminals of your batteries and lead to
temporary or permanent battery damage.
Never use a damaged charger or battery.
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Caution: Follow all safety warnings and
regulations when using your device in restricted
areas
Turn off your device where prohibited
Comply with all regulations that restrict the use of a mobile device in a
particular area.
Do not use your device near other electronic devices
Most electronic devices use radio frequency signals. Your device may interfere
with other electronic devices.
Do not use your device near a pacemaker
●
Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker if possible, as
your device can interfere with the pacemaker.
If you must use your device, keep at least 15 cm away from the pacemaker.
To minimise the possible interference with a pacemaker, use your device on
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the opposite side of your body from the pacemaker.
Do not use your device in a hospital or near medical equipment
that can be interfered with by radio frequency
If you personally use any medical equipment, contact the manufacturer of the
equipment to ensure the safety of your equipment from radio frequency.
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If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for
information about radio interference
Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of your
device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your hearing aid.
Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments
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Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of
removing the battery.
Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in potentially
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explosive environments.
Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels or
●
chemicals, and at blasting areas.
Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the
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same compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories.
Turn off your device when in an aircraft
Using your device in an aircraft is illegal. Your device may interfere with the
electronic navigation instruments of the aircraft.
Electronic devices in a motor vehicle may malfunction due to the
radio frequency of your device
Electronic devices in your car may malfunction due to radio frequency of your
device. Contact the manufacturer for more information.
Comply with all safety warnings and regulations
regarding mobile device usage while operating a
vehicle
While driving, safely operating the vehicle is your first responsibility. Never use
your mobile device while driving, if it is prohibited by law. For your safety and
the safety of others, practice good common sense and remember the following
tips:
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Use a hands-free device.
Get to know your device and its convenience features, such as speed dial and
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redial. These features help you reduce the time needed to place or receive
calls on your mobile device.
Position your device within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless device
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without removing your eyes from the road. If you receive an incoming call at
an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you.
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Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. Suspend calls
in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and
heavy traffic can be hazardous.
Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a“to do”list or
flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary
responsibility of driving safely.
Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not moving or
before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary.
If you need to make a call, dial only a few numbers, check the road and your
mirrors, then continue.
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be
distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and
suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from
the road.
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Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number in the case of
fire, traffic accident, or medical emergencies.
Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident,
a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives are in danger, call a
local emergency number.
Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance number
when necessary. If you see a broken-down vehicle posing no serious hazard,
a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident where no one appears injured,
or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside assistance or another
special, non-emergency number.
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Proper care and use of your mobile device
Keep your device dry
●
Humidity and all types of liquids may damage device parts or electronic
circuits.
●
Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is already on, turn it off
and remove the battery immediately (if the device will not turn off or you
cannot remove the battery, leave it as-is). Then, dry the device with a towel
and take it to a service centre.
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Liquids will change the colour of the label that indicates water damage
inside the device. Water damage to your device can void your manufacturer’s
warranty.
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Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas
Dust can cause your device to malfunction.
Do not store your device on slopes
If your device falls, it can be damaged.
Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at
-20 °C to 50 °C
●
Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside
temperature can reach up to 80 °C.
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time
●
(such as on the dashboard of a car).
Store the battery at 0 °C to 40 °C.
●
Do not store your device with such metal objects as coins, keys and
necklaces
●
Your device may become deformed or malfunction.
If the battery terminals are in contact with metal objects, it may cause a fire.
●
Do not store your device near magnetic fields
●
Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from exposure to
magnetic fields.
●
Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and
boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow
●
your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of
time.
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot
cooking equipment, or high pressure containers
●
The battery may leak.
Your device may overheat and cause a fire.
●
Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device
●
The screen of your device may be damaged.
If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may malfunction.
●
Do not use your device or applications for a while if the device is
overheated
Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause low
temperature burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation.
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If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use a flash close to
the eyes of people or pets
Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to
the eyes.
Use caution when exposed to flashing lights
●
While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold
the screen too close to your eyes.
Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing lights
●
while watching videos or playing Flash-based games for extended periods. If
you feel any discomfort, stop using the device immediately.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries
When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing
characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may
experience occasional discomfort in your hands, neck, shoulders, or other
parts of your body. When using your device for extended periods, hold the
device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If
you continue to have discomfort during or after such use, stop use and see a
physician.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
●
Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten
battery life.
●
Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before
use.
●
Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
Use batteries only for their intended purposes.
●
Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories and
supplies
●
Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or
cause the device to malfunction.
Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories
●
or supplies that are not approved by Samsung.
Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery
●
Doing so may damage the device or cause explosion.
If children use the device, make sure that they use the device properly.
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When speaking on the device:
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Hold the device upright, as you would with a traditional phone.
Speak directly into the mouthpiece.
Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Touching the antenna
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may reduce the call quality or cause the device to transmit more radio
frequency than necessary.
Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset
●
Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing
damage.
●
Exposure to loud sounds while driving may distract your
attention and cause an accident.
Always turn the volume down before plugging the
●
earphones into an audio source and use only the minimum
volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or
music.
●
In dry environments, static electricity can build up in the
headset. Avoid using headsets in dry environments or
touch a metal object to discharge static electricity before
connecting a headset to the device.
Use caution when using the device while walking or moving
Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself or others.
Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around your waist
You can be injured or damage the device if you fall.
Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device
●
Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s
warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre.
Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or
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fire.
Do not paint or put stickers on your device
Paint and stickers can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. If you
are allergic to paint or metal parts of the product, you may experience itching,
eczema, or swelling of the skin. When this happens, stop using the product and
consult your physician.
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When cleaning your device:
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Wipe your device or charger with a towel or a rubber.
Clean the terminals of the battery with a cotton ball or a towel.
Do not use chemicals or detergents.
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Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken
Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the
device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired.
Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use
Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public
Do not allow children to use your device
Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt
themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your
charges.
Install mobile devices and equipment with caution
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Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle
are securely mounted.
Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag deployment
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area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause serious injury when
air bags inflate rapidly.
Allow only qualified personnel to service your device
Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to
your device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Handle SIM cards or memory cards with care
●
Do not remove a card while the device is transferring or accessing
information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or
device.
Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electrical noise from
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other devices.
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Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers or metal
objects. If dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.
Ensure access to emergency services
Emergency calls from your device may not be possible in some areas or
circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an
alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel.
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Keep your personal and important data safe
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While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not
responsible for data loss.
When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device
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to prevent misuse of your personal information.
Do not distribute copyright-protected material
Do not distribute copyright-protected material that you have recorded to
others without the permission of the content owners. Doing this may violate
copyright laws. The manufacturer is not liable for any legal issues caused by the
user’s illegal use of copyrighted material.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification
information
THIS MODEL MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO
WAVES
Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to
exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves recommended by international
guidelines.
These guidelines were developed by the independent scientific organisation
ICNIRP and include safety margins designed to assure the protection
of all persons, regardless of age and health.The guidelines use a unit of
measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR.
The SAR limit for mobile devices is 2.0 W/kg and the highest SAR value for
this device when tested at the ear was 0.601 W/kg1. As mobile device offer a
range of functions, they can be used in other positions, such as on the body
as described in this user manual2. In this case, the highest tested SAR value is
0.479 W/kg.
As SAR is measured utilising the devices highest transmitting power the actual
SAR of this device while operating is typically below that indicated above. This
is due to automatic changes to the power level of the device to ensure it only
uses the minimum level required to reach the network.
1. The tests are carried out in accordance with international guidelines for
testing.
2. For body worn operation, this model phone has been tested and meets the
RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsungsupplied or approved
accessory designated for this product or when used with an accessory that
contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from
the body.
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The World Health Organization has stated that present scientific information
does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of mobile
devices. They note that if you want to reduce your exposure then you can do so
by limiting the length of calls or using a‘handsfree’device to keep the mobile
device away from the head and body.
Correct disposal of this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries
with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates
that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger,
headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other
household waste at the end of their working life.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types
of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this
product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can
take these items for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and
conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories
should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries
with separate battery return systems)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates
that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with
other household waste at the end of their working life. Where
marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the
battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC
Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances
can cause harm to human health or the environment.
To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please separate
batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local, free
battery return system.
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Disclaimer
Some content and services accessible through this device belong to third
parties and are protected by copyright, patent, trademark and/or other
intellectual property laws. Such content and services are provided solely for
your personal noncommercial use. You may not use any content or services in a
manner that has not been authorised by the content owner or service provider.
Without limiting the foregoing, unless expressly authorised by the applicable
content owner or service provider, you may not modify, copy, republish,
upload, post, transmit, translate, sell, create derivative works, exploit, or
distribute in any manner or medium any content or services displayed through
this device.
“THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED“AS IS.”SAMSUNG
DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY
OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SAMSUNG
DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY, VALIDITY, TIMELINESS, LEGALITY, OR
COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH
THIS DEVICE AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE,
SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT, FOR ANY
DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF, OR IN
CONNECTION WITH, ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED IN, OR AS A RESULT OF
THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.”
Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and
Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will
remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted
by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which
Samsung has no control. Without limiting the generality of this disclaimer,
Samsung expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any interruption
or suspension of any content or service made available through this device.
Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the
content and services. Any question or request for service relating to the content
or services should be made directly to the respective content and service
providers.
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Index
waiting 45
alarms
creating 108
stopping 109
camera
AllShare 101
battery
charging 12
installing 10
connections
Bluetooth 97
DLNA 101
PC 104
WLAN 99
contacts
copying 75
creating 72
finding 73
importing 75
device
Bluetooth
activating 97
finding and pairing with
devices 98
calculator 109
calendar
calls
customising 29
keys 20
layout 19
settings 114
answering 42
forwarding 44
making 41
DLNA
see AllShare
rejecting 42
downloads
applications 37
using options during
voice 43
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email
sending 50
viewing 51
fixed dialling number
mode 44
menu screen
accessing 27
messages
FM radio
multimedia messages
sending 46
viewing 47
gallery
music player
idle screen
PC connections
phonebook
internet
see web browser
language 121
latitude 87
memory card
formatting 17
inserting 15
removing 16
photos
capturing 54
viewing 63
memos
creating 78
viewing 78
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settings
touch screen
locking 24
using 23
accessibility 125
applications 120
display 117
unpack 10
USIM card
installing 10
locking 32
videos
capturing 60
playing 64
privacy 121
SD card and phone
storage 121
sound 117
voice recorder
SIM card
installing 10
locking 32
playing 78
recording 78
VPN connections
creating 106
web browser
synchronisation
text messages
sending 46
viewing 47
WLAN
activating 100
finding and connecting to
networks 100
YouTube
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Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE)
We,
Samsung Electronics
declare under our sole responsibility that the product
GSM WCDMA Wi-Fi Mobile Phone : GT-S5830T
to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards
and/or other normative documents.
SAFETY
EN 60950-1 : 2006 +A11:2009
EN 50332-1 : 2000
EN 50332-2 : 2003
SAR
EN 50360 : 2001
EN 62209-1 : 2006
EMC
EN 301 489-01 V1.8.1 (04-2008)
EN 301 489-07 V1.3.1 (11-2005)
EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1 (05-2009)
EN 301 489-19 V1.2.1 (11-2002)
EN 301 489-24 V1.4.1 (09-2007)
EN 301 511 V9.0.2 (03-2003)
EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (10-2006)
EN 301 908-1 V3.2.1 (05-2007)
EN 301 908-2 V4.2.1 (03-2010)
RADIO
We hereby declare that [all essential radio test suites have been carried out and
that] the above named product is in conformity to all the essential requirements
of Directive 1999/5/EC.
The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10 and detailed in
Annex[IV] of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed with the involvement of the
following Notified Body(ies):
BABT, Forsyth House,
Churchfield Road,
Walton-on-Thames,
Surrey, KT12 2TD, UK*
Identification mark: 0168
The technical documentation kept at :
Samsung Electronics QA Lab.
which will be made available upon request.
(Representative in the EU)
Samsung Electronics Euro QA Lab.
Blackbushe Business Park, Saxony Way,
Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6GG, UK*
2011.01.18
Joong-Hoon Choi / Lab Manager
(place and date of issue)
(name and signature of authorised person)
* It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number
of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you
purchased your product.
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your
device depending on the software of the device or your
service provider.
To install Kies (PC Sync)
1. Download the latest version of Kies from the
Samsung website (www.samsung.com) and install
it on your PC.
2. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC.
Samsung Kies will launch automatically.
If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch,
double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC.
Refer to the Kies help for more information.
Printed in Korea
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www.samsung.com
English (TEL). 10/2011. Rev. 1.0
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