SM-N9005 User Manual www.samsung.
About this manual This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and features. • Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. • Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings. • Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.
About this manual • Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications, contact service providers. • Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss.
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Table of Contents Getting started 8 9 10 10 11 14 17 19 20 21 21 21 40 40 41 42 44 46 48 48 49 50 50 53 54 55 57 59 Device layout Buttons S Pen Package contents Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Charging the battery Inserting a memory card Replacing the S Pen nib Turning the device on and off Holding the device Adjusting the volume Switching to silent mode Samsung Smart Scroll Increasing touch screen sensitivity Activating Multi Window Notifications Home screen Locked screen Using applications
Table of Contents Web & network Utilities 77 78 79 80 81 82 84 86 87 114 121 123 124 125 127 127 135 135 137 139 140 141 141 142 143 143 143 144 Internet Chrome Bluetooth Screen Mirroring Samsung Link Group Play NFC S Beam WatchON Media 88 90 98 102 106 108 109 110 110 Music Camera Gallery Story Album Video YouTube My Magazine Flipboard SketchBook for Galaxy Travel & local 145 Maps Application & media stores 111 112 112 113 113 113 S Note S Planner Dropbox Cloud Clock Calculator S Health S Transla
Table of Contents Settings 146 146 150 158 165 About Settings Connections Device Controls General Troubleshooting 7
Getting started Device layout Proximity/Light/ Gesture sensor Notification light Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Menu button Speaker Microphone Multipurpose jack Microphone for speakerphone IrLED Headset jack GPS antenna Rear camera Volume button Flash Back cover Main antenna S Pen 8
Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos. • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. Buttons Button Function • Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Getting started S Pen S Pen button S Pen tip Name Function S Pen tip • Perform basic S Pen actions. (p. 23) S Pen button • Perform advanced S Pen actions. (p. 34) Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Device • Battery • Quick start guide • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.
Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • Only microSIM cards work with the device. • Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider. 1 Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively.
Getting started 3 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place. • Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. 4 Insert the battery. 5 Replace the back cover.
Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Press the SIM or USIM card gently with your finger, and then pull it out.
Getting started Charging the battery Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. • When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low battery power message.
Getting started When using a USB 2.0 cable, plug the USB cable into the right side of the multipurpose jack as shown in the image below. Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. • The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function.
Getting started Checking the battery charge status When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current battery charge status: Charging Fully charged Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.
Getting started Inserting a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it. • Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
Getting started Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → General → Storage → Unmount SD card. 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Replace the back cover. Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device.
Getting started Replacing the S Pen nib While using the S Pen, the S Pen nib may get dull. If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one. 1 Hold the nib with the tweezer firmly, and then pull it out. 2 Insert a new nib into the S Pen until you hear a click. Do not let your finger get caught between the tweezer and the nib. • Do not reuse old nibs. Doing so may cause the S Pen to malfunction. • Do not press the nib excessively when inserting the nib into the S Pen.
Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. • Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. • Press and hold the Power button and tap Airplane mode to disable the wireless features.
Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Adjusting the volume Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound volume when playing music or video. Switching to silent mode Use one of the following methods: • Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode. • Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Mute or Vibrate.
Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.
Basics Icon Meaning Silent mode activated Vibration mode activated Airplane mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers or the S Pen to use the touch screen. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Motions, and then drag the Motions switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation.
Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Holding to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
Basics Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image. Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback.
Basics Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Palm motions Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen. Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Palm motion, and then drag the Palm motion switch to the right. Sweeping Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots.
Basics Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Air Gesture Use this feature to control functions without touching the screen. Before using this feature, make sure the air gesture feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Air gesture, and then drag the Air gesture switch to the right. The device may not recognize your gestures if you perform them too far from the device or while wearing dark-colored clothes, such as gloves.
Basics Air jump While viewing emails or webpages, move your hand up or down across the sensor to scroll the page up or down. Air browse Move your hand to the left or right across the sensor to browse images, webpages, songs, or memos.
Basics Air call-accept When a call comes in, move your hand to the left, and then to the right across the sensor to answer the call.
Basics Using the S Pen The included S Pen can be used to easily select items or perform functions. Actions using the S Pen with the button pressed provide additional conveniences, such as screen capture. Pull out the S Pen from the slot to use it. When you pull out the S Pen from the slot, the device detects it and performs the following: • Turns on the touch screen (if it is off). • Launches Action Memo, or displays air command. • The pen nib of the S Pen is replaceable.
Basics Air command Press the S Pen button while hovering the S Pen over the screen to display air command. With this feature, you can directly use the following actions: • Action Memo: Turn your handwriting into an actionable link to one of a range of useful features. • Scrapbooker: Collect a variety of content and save it. (p. 141) • Screen Write: Capture a screenshot and edit it. • S Finder: Search for a wide variety of content on your device. (p.
Basics Capturing screenshots Tap Screen Write on the air command. Alternatively, with the S Pen button pressed, touch the screen until you hear a click. It is possible to draw or write on or to crop a screenshot. The screenshot is saved in the Gallery → Screenshots folder. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. Launching multiple applications Tap Pen Window on the air command. Draw a line around an area, and then select an application.
Basics Selecting and capturing an image With the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it. If necessary, use one of the following options: • : Restore the original selection. • : Convert the selection to circular shape. • : Convert the selection to rectangular shape. • : Customize the selection. Select an application to use with the selected area from the icons that appear at the bottom of the screen.
Basics Air view Use this feature to perform various functions while the S Pen or your finger is hovering over the screen. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Air view, and then drag the Air view switch to the right. Point at an item with the S Pen or your finger to preview content or view information in a pop-up window. You can scroll through panels or lists by moving the S Pen pointer to an edge (top/bottom/ left/right) of the screen.
Basics Samsung Smart Pause Use this feature to pause videos when you look away from the screen. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Smart screen, and then tick Smart pause. During video playback, look away from the screen to pause the video. To resume playback, look at the screen again.
Basics Samsung Smart Scroll Use this feature to scroll the screen up or down by tilting your head or the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Smart screen → Smart scroll, and then drag the Smart scroll switch to the right. Tap Smart scroll, and then select a scroll type. When you are viewing emails or webpages, the scroll type icon ( shows the recognition status for movements appears.
Basics Activating Multi Window Use this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time. • Only applications on the Multi Window panel can run. • When launching applications that contain multimedia files, such as music or videos, sound from both files will be played. • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To use Multi Window, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Multi window.
Basics Using Multi Window applications While using Multi Window applications, select an application window, tap the circle between the application windows, and then use one of the following: • : Open a list of recently-used applications in the selected window. • : Switch locations between Multi Window applications. • • : Share items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Some applications may not support this feature. : Close the application.
Basics • Screen rotation: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device. • Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • Reading mode: Activate or deactivate reading mode. In reading mode, the device helps protect your eyes when reading at night. To select which applications will be used for, tap Settings → Device → Display → Reading mode. • Mobile data: Activate or deactivate the data connection. • Blocking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode.
Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Changing the Home screen mode The Home screen has standard and easy modes. In easy mode, you can easily access your favorite contacts, applications, and settings by adding shortcuts to the Home screen.
Basics Moving an item Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the item. Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Tap → Edit page → . Moving a panel Tap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics Using widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen. • Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges. • The widgets available may vary depending on the region or service provider. Adding widgets to the Home screen On the Home screen, tap Apps → Widgets.
Basics Adding widgets To use widgets when the screen is locked, tap Apps → Settings → Device → Lock screen → Multiple widgets and then drag the Multiple widgets switch to the right. You cannot use widgets on the locked screen in easy mode. Drag the widgets panel down to expand it. Scroll right to the last page, tap , and then select a widget to add to the locked screen.
Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Some applications are grouped into folders. Tap a folder, and then tap an application to open it. Opening from recently-used applications Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications. Select an application icon to open.
Basics Organising with folders Put related applications together in a folder for convenience. → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to Create folder. Enter a folder Tap name and then tap OK. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap Save to save the arrangement. Rearranging panels Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics One-handed operation You can activate one-handed operation mode for your convenience. In this mode, application interfaces are modified for easy use with one hand. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Controls → One-handed operation. Tick applications or features to use with the mode. Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages.
Basics Entering uppercase Tap before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice. Changing the keyboard type Tap and hold , and then tap to change the keyboard type. Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap , and then write a word with a finger or the S Pen. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word.
Basics Direct pen input On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Controls → S Pen → Direct pen input, and then drag the Direct pen input switch to the right. When hovering the S Pen over a text field, icon appears at the upper left corner of the text field. Tap to write with the S Pen. To make simple corrections, change input languages, or enter a space between characters, tap each correction tool displayed on the handwriting pad.
Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, tap and hold at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap Paste. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p.
Basics Adding Wi-Fi networks If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in Network SSID, select the security type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap Connect. Forgetting Wi-Fi networks Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. • The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer operating system.
Basics Connecting with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer. 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and sync music files. Connecting as a media device 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP).
Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a signature On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Signature. Write your signature with the S Pen, and then write the signature two more times to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the signature.
Basics Setting a PIN On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it. Setting a password On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Password. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it.
Basics Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Upgrading with Samsung Kies Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognizes the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on how to upgrade.
Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: • Keypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . • Logs: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages. • Favorites: Make a call from the list of favorite contacts. • Contacts: Make a call from the contacts list. Speed dial numbers For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit.
Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap . During a call The following actions are available: • • • : Select an equalizer option for use during a call.
Communication • → Contacts: Open the contacts list. • → Action Memo: Launch Action Memo. • → Message: Send a message. • → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation. • → One-handed operation on: Set the keypad for convenient use with one hand. • → Manage conference call: Have a private conversation with one party during a multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call.
Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards. To → Call settings → Set up call rejection messages.
Communication Call forwarding The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number. → Call settings → Additional settings → Call forwarding, and then select a call Tap type and condition. Enter a number and tap Turn on. Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap call. to make a video During a video call The following actions are available: • Switch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera.
Communication Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options: • Capture image: Capture the other party’s image. • Record video: Take a video of the other party’s images. It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other party’s prior permission. Tap and hold your image to access the following options: • Switch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. • Outgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party.
Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact Tap and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap . Deleting a contact Tap → Delete.
Communication Searching for contacts Tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • Scroll up or down the contacts list. • Use the index at the right side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger along it. • Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria. Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions: • : Add to favorite contacts. • / : Make a voice or video call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email.
Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts → Import/Export → Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Import from Tap USB storage. Exporting contacts → Import/Export → Export to SIM card, Export to SD card, or Export to USB Tap storage. Sharing contacts Tap → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favorite contacts Tap Favorites. Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search for contacts.
Communication Contact groups Tap Groups. Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Managing groups Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Create: Make a new group. • Search: Search for contacts. • Change order: Tap and hold position, and then tap Done. next to the group name, drag it up or down to another • Delete groups: Select user-added groups, and then tap Delete. Default groups cannot be deleted.
Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages Tap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap . Use the following methods to add recipients: • Enter a phone number. • Tap , select contacts, and then tap Done.
Communication Sending scheduled messages → Scheduling. Set a time and date, and then tap Done. While composing a message, tap The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent. • This feature is based on the time and date set on the device.
Communication Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another email account, tap → Settings → Add account.
Communication Reading messages Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap . Tap a message to read. Add this email address to the contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Open attachments. Forward the message. Delete the message. Reply to all recipients. Go to the previous or next message. Reply to the message. Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap Save to save it.
Communication Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap Tap → Attach picture to attach images. Tap → Attach video to attach videos.
Communication Reading messages Mark the message as a reminder. Delete this message. Keep this message for long-term storage. Mark the message as unread. Reply to this message. Reply to all recipients or forward this message to others. Add this email address to the contacts list. Preview attachment. Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. Tap → ALL LABELS to view messages in other labels.
Communication Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting. ChatON Use this application to chat with any device. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account or verify your phone number. Tap ChatON on the Applications screen.
Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. Tap to share or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address. Opening a new page Tap → New window. To go to another webpage, tap , and then tap the page to select it.
Web & network History Tap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, use Downloads. (p. 143) Sharing webpages → Share via. To share a webpage address with others, tap To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap Share via. Chrome Use this application to search for information and browse webpages.
Web & network Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear. Syncing with other devices Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged in with the same Google account. To view open tabs on other devices, tap To view bookmarks, tap → Other devices. Select a webpage to open. . Bluetooth Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances.
Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto-generated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is Gallery. Open Gallery, select an image, tap → Bluetooth, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices.
Web & network Samsung Link Use this application to play contents saved on remotely located devices or web storage services over the Internet. You can play and send multimedia files on your device to another device or web storage service. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more devices. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. Tap Samsung Link on the Applications screen.
Web & network Managing contents on a web storage service Select a web storage service, and then view and manage your files. To transfer files between your device and a web storage service, tap tap . , select files, and then To register web storage services to the device, tap → Add storage, and then select a web storage service. Group Play Use this application to enjoy moments with your friends by sharing and playing content.
Web & network Creating a group for Group Play When you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and share the content. When you use a password for a Group Play session, other devices must enter the password to join the session. To use a password, tick Set group password. Tap Create group, set a password, and then use the following features: • Share music: Connect two or more devices and use them to achieve a surround sound effect when sharing music.
Web & network Using additional features in a Group Play session While sharing music files, images, videos, or documents with other devices, use the following features: • : Change the speaker settings for each connected device. • → : Adjust the volume. • → : Set the device to use all connected devices as stereo speakers. • : Combine connected devices’ screen to show a larger display. • : Spilt the combined screen. • : Adjust the volume. • : Write a note or draw on the screen.
Web & network Reading information from an NFC tag Place the device near an NFC tag. The information from the tag will appear. Making a purchase with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get details about the service, contact your service provider. Touch the back of your device to the NFC card reader.
Web & network S Beam Use this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents. Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → S Beam, and then drag the S Beam switch to the right. Select a file, touch the back of your device to the back of the other device, and then tap your device’s screen.
Web & network WatchON Use this application to connect to a TV to watch your favorite shows and movies. Tap WatchON on the Applications screen. You must first connect the device to a network and ensure that the device’s infrared port is facing the TV. Connecting to a TV Connect to a TV to display the device’s screen onto a large surface and control the TV remotely with the device. Select a country, region, and broadcast service.
Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen. Adjust the volume. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. Set the file as your favourite song. Turn on shuffle.
Media → Settings → Smart volume. To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Smart volume may not be activated for some files. When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing. → Settings → To set a personalized sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap Adapt Sound → On.
Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 98) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • The camera automatically shuts off when unused. • Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.
Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • Auto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo. • Beauty face: Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. • Best photo: Take a series of photos, and then save the best one. • Best face: Use this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image.
Media • Animated photo: Use this to create animated photos from a video. • Golf: Use this setting to take a radial image of a complete golf swing, combining several images together to make one composite view. For best results, take the pictures outdoors. Playback of photos taken indoors may flicker. • Rich tone (HDR): Use this to take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. • Eraser: Use this to erase the movements of moving subjects in the background. Tap to take a series of photos.
Media Panoramic photos A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots. Tap MODE → Panorama. Tap and move the camera in one direction. When the blue frame aligns with the viewfinder, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop . shooting, tap If the viewfinder is out of the direction, the device stops shooting. Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. Tap and select a filter effect.
Media Recording mode Tap → to change the recording mode. • Normal: Use this mode for normal quality. • Limit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messages. • Slow motion: Use this mode to take a video of a moving subject. The device will play the video in slow motion. • Fast motion: Use this mode to take a video of a moving subject. The device will play the video in fast motion. • Smooth motion: Use this mode to take a video of a moving subject.
Media Dual Camera mode When you take a landscape photo with the rear camera, the photo or video captured by the front camera appears in an inset window, or vice versa. Use this feature to take a beautiful landscape photo and a self-portrait simultaneously. Tap to switch to dual camera mode. Tap to take a photo or tap to take a video. Tap to resize it or move the location. Select among various styles that are available.
Media Controlling the camera remotely Set a device as a viewfinder to control the camera remotely. → → Remote viewfinder, and then connect the device and the camera using Tap to take a photo remotely using the device as a viewfinder. Wi-Fi Direct or NFC. Tap Configuring settings for Camera → to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available Tap in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used.
Media • Audio zoom: Make louder the sound from the zoomed subject while recording. • Location tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. Activate this feature when taking photos to create albums in Story Album. • 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. • Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the GPS tag setting.
Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, the Download folder is automatically created to contain the image.
Media Trimming segments of a video Select a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video. Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Favorite: Add to the favorites list. • Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • Photo frame: Use this to add a frame and a note to an image. The edited image is saved in the Photo frame folder.
Media Modifying images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Rotate: Rotate the image. • Crop: Crop the image. • Color: Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image. • Effect: Apply effects to the image. • Portrait: Correct red-eye, adjust and retouch faces, or make background blurry. • Sticker: Attach stickers. • Drawing: Draw on the image. • Frame: Apply frames to the image. Favorite images When viewing an image, tap → Favorite to add the image to the favorites list.
Media Making image collages → Select item, select two to four images by ticking, and then tap In a folder, tap Create collage. Select a style at the bottom of the screen, and then tap . To add images, tap → To delete images, tap → . . To change the split type, tap . Deleting images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap • When viewing an image, tap . .
Media Tagging faces → Settings, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognized Tap face. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages. Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin color, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.
Media Creating story albums Create story albums by selecting images from Gallery or images sorted by tag information. Tap , and then select an option. Select images from Gallery. Select images by tag information. Creating albums from Gallery Tap From Gallery, select a folder, select images, and then tap . Enter a title for the album, select a theme and a cover image, and then tap Create album.
Media Viewing story albums Select a story album. The cover image appears on the first page. Scroll left or right to view images in the story album. On a page of the album, tap depending on the page. and use the following functions. The available options vary • Edit title: Rename the album. • Add content: Add more content to the current page. • Remove content: Delete content on the current page. • Edit: Change the layout of the current page. • Change theme: Change the theme for the album.
Media Editing images Tap the image of the page in an album. Delete the image. Add a caption. Send the image to others. Select among various effects that are available. Tap , and then use the following functions: • Slideshow: Start a slideshow or change the slideshow settings. • Set as cover: Set the image as an album cover image. • Rotate left: Rotate the image anticlockwise. • Rotate right: Rotate the image clockwise.
Media Creating albums with recommended photos When you take multiple photos in a location, the device suggests creating a new album based on the location. This feature helps you create photo albums conveniently when you have daily events or travel. Setting your home city Set your home city to let the device recognize whether you at home or travelling. The device suggests creating event or travel albums based on your location.
Media Playing videos Select a video to play. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. Adjust the volume. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Change screen ratio. Switch to floating screen mode. Restart the current video or skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Pause and resume playback. Deleting videos Tap → Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete.
Media YouTube Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Watching videos Tap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen. Add the video to the playlist or favourites list. Minimise the screen. View with closed captions or change display quality.
Media My Magazine Use this applications to make your own social magazine. On the Home screen, flick your finger up from the bottom of the screen, or press the Home button. When running My magazine for the first time, tap Next, read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap Start. To set up your magazine, tap , and then tick categories. Tap , select new topics, and then tap .
Media Flipboard Use this application to access your personalized magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To start your Flipboard, flick up on the greeting page, select news topics, and then tap Build Your Flipboard. Select a cover story or a topic, flick through the Flipboard pages, and then select an article to read. While reading an article, use the following icons: • : Go to the previous page.
Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword. Select an application to view information. To download it, tap INSTALL.
Application & media stores Samsung Hub Use this application to purchase, enjoy, and manage digital media content. Samsung Hub also promotes and recommends content that you may like. Tap Samsung Hub on the Applications screen. The types of content provided may vary depending on the region or service provider. Purchasing multimedia content Select a service category, select media content, and then complete the purchase process.
Application & media stores Play Books Use this application to read and download book files. Tap Play Books on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Movies & TV Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies & TV on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Games Use this application to download and play games.
Utilities S Note Use this application to create a note using multimedia files or voice recordings. Tap S Note on the Applications screen. Creating notes When running S Note for the first time, tap Start to set the default covers and a template. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the setup. Composing notes Create notes with enriched content by adding multimedia files or voice memos. Tap to write or draw on the screen, or tap to enter text with the keyboard. Erase the note. Select the note.
Utilities When using the templates that have image frames, tap and hold an image frame, and then tap Images or Take picture to add an image. To delete a frame, tap and hold the frame, and then tap Delete. When jotting down a note, tap color. once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen Save the current setting as a pen profile. Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen color. Add a new color based on the color picker.
Utilities Using the eraser tool A drawn line is not recognized as a series of dots but short strokes. For this reason, you can select a whole line and delete, move or transform it. However, you may happen to even erase unintended part of a line, or may not able to erase intensive or overlapped lines when using the eraser tool. To reduce the case of erasing unintended parts, adjust the eraser’s size by tapping → . To clear the note, tap Clear all.
Utilities Inserting multimedia files Tap to insert images, videos, voice memos, and more. Inserting an idea sketch Tap → Idea Sketch, and then write a keyword or select category to search for images. To add your own sketches to the list, tap , and then draw an image in the sketch panel. Inserting an image or video with frame Tap → Images or Video → Photo frame or Record video on canvas. Draw a frame on the note, and then tap inside the frame with the S Pen or your finger to take a photo or video.
Utilities Creating and managing charts Making a table Tap → Easy chart → Table, set the number of rows and columns for the table, and then tap Done. • To enter data in the table, tap a table cell. • To add or delete columns, tap • To add or delete rows, tap → Add dataset or Delete dataset. → Add item or Delete item. Making a chart To make a chart, tap → Easy chart, and then select a chart type. Then, draw bars, lines, or dividers on the chart.
Utilities Editing a chart To edit a chart, tap and hold a chart or table, tap Edit chart, and then use the following options: • Tap at the top left of the screen to change the chart type. • Tap an item, and tap , and then write values, to correct with your finger or the S Pen. The available options may vary depending on the chart type. Viewing note pages When viewing pages, tap to use the following options: • Delete: Delete the page. • Share via: Send the page to others.
Utilities Viewing pages preview Drag down a note to preview the pages above the note. Tap on the note cover to access the following options: • Delete: Delete the note. • Share via: Share the note with others. • Export: Export the note as an image file or a PDF file. • Rename: Rename the note. • Edit cover: Change the note cover. • Add to Favorites: Add the note to the favorites list. • Lock: Lock the note so that others cannot view it.
Utilities S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen. Creating events or tasks Tap , and then use one of the following methods: • Add event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting. • Add task: Enter a task with an optional priority setting. To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with.
Utilities Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Google under My accounts → a Google account, tick Sync Calendar, and then tap Sync now. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap S Planner → To display synced events or tasks, tap → Sync. → Calendars, and then tick the Google account. Handwriting on Month view On month view screen, tap portrait mode. to activate this feature.
Utilities Dropbox Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computers that have Dropbox installed. Tap Dropbox on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Once Dropbox is activated, photos and videos taken with the device’s camera are uploaded to Dropbox automatically.
Utilities Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Cloud. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Syncing with the Samsung account Tap your Samsung account or Sync settings to sync files. Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup to back up or tap Restore to restore data with your Samsung account.
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a timer. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. You can also set an alarm by writing numbers with the S Pen. • Location alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location.
Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag the alarm after a specified length of time. outside the large circle to repeat Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap DST settings. Deleting clocks Tap and hold the clock, and then tap Delete. Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event.
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen → Scientific calculator. rotation is disabled, tap To see the calculation history, tap To clear the history, tap to hide the keypad. → Clear history. To set the calculator for convenient use with one hand, tap → One-handed operation on.
Utilities To edit the profile, tap Settings → Edit profile. Based on your physical statistics, the device calculates your basal metabolic rate (BMR) and recommends a daily caloric intake. The recommendation may not be accurate for all ages, body compositions, or nutritional needs. Checking your health information View your information on the S Health home screen. On the S Health menu screen, tap Home. Access the S Health menu screen. View how many calories you have burned.
Utilities Using the Walking mate Set a target number of steps and track your daily steps and burned calories. On the S Health home screen, tap → Walking mate. Access the S Health menu screen. View the logs of your daily steps. Move to a specific date of step count records. Step counts Target number of steps How many calories you have burned How far you have walked View your step count on a graph. Start your step count. Tap Start to count your steps. Tap Pause to save the records.
Utilities Using the Exercise mate Set an exercise goal and monitor your calories burned. On the S Health home screen, tap → Exercise mate. View the logs of your daily exercise. Access the S Health menu screen. View and manage accessory device connections. Move to a specific date of exercise records. How many calories you have burned How much time you have exercised View exercise records on a graph.
Utilities Using the Food tracker Set a calorie goal and record your daily caloric intake. On the S Health home screen, tap → Food tracker. Access the S Health menu screen. View the logs of your daily caloric intake. Move to a specific date of caloric intake records. Calories intake Enter mealtime information. View your caloric intake on a graph. Tap Add meal to enter the caloric intake. Enter the mealtime information, and then tap Save. To change a caloric intake goal, tap tap Done.
Utilities Checking the comfort level of the current place View the temperature and humidity of a place and compare the comfort level to preset conditions. On the S Health home screen, tap → Comfort level. Access the S Health menu screen. Current date Current comfort level Ideal temperature Ideal humidity To change the range for the ideal temperature or humidity, tap → Adjust comfort range. • Measure the temperature and humidity in a stable indoor environment.
Utilities Managing weight Record your weight changes and manage the weight data. On the S Health home screen, tap → Weight. View the logs of your daily weight. Access the S Health menu screen. View and manage accessory device connections. Move to a specific date of weight data records. Weight data Height data Enter weight data. View your weight changes on a graph. Tap Update to enter the weight data. Enter a value, and then tap Done.
Utilities Configuring settings for S Health On the S Health home screen, tap → Settings, and then select one of the following: • Edit profile: Edit your physical statistics. • Accounts: Manage S Health data by signing in to Samsung account. • Security: Set a PIN to lock or unlock S Health. • Unit settings: Set unit options. • Notification: Set the device to display new events. • Lock time zone: Set to leave the time zone setting unchanged when moving across time zones.
Utilities S Translator Use this application to translate text into other languages. Tap S Translator on the Applications screen. To start S Translator, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install, and then follow the on-screen instructions. You may incur additional charges when downloading this application via the mobile network. To avoid additional charges, contact your service provider. Voice Recorder Use this application to record or play voice memos.
Utilities Changing the recording mode Change the recording mode to record voice memo more clearly with predefined settings for various situations. Tap , and select one of the recording mode. Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Set a portion of the recording for looped play. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Skip a silent portion in the voice memo. • : Make bookmarks on the voice memo. • : Pause playback. • / : Skip to the previous or next voice memo.
Utilities Saving files with contextual tags In the list of voice memos, tap → Settings, and then tick Contextual filename. Managing categories Creating a category In the list of voice memos, tap a color, and then tap Done. → Manage categories → . Enter a category name, select Changing a category In the list of voice memos, tap select a category to change. → Change category, select memos, tap Done, and then Viewing the Bookmarks list While playing a voice memo that has bookmark points, tap details.
Utilities Here are several examples of spoken commands: • Open music • Launch calculator • Call Lulu mobile • Dial Lulu work • Check schedule Tips for better voice recognition • Speak clearly. • Speak in quiet places. • Do not use offensive or slang words. • Avoid speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognize your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak.
Utilities Waking up the device with voice When the screen is turned off, you can launch S Voice with a voice command. Say “Hi Galaxy” to the device to launch S Voice. To activate this feature, tap right. → Settings,and then drag the Voice wake-up switch to the Using wake-up commands on the locked screen On the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands.
Utilities Google Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well. Tap Google on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a keyword. If no results are returned from the applications, the web browser appears, displaying the search results.
Utilities Scrapbook Use this application to create your own digital scrapbook with content from webpages, videos and more. Tap Scrapbook on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Creating categories Tap → Create category, select a layout from the list, enter a name, and then tap OK. Collecting items While viewing webpages, or videos, with the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it.
Utilities My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. Tap My Files on the Applications screen. Viewing files Select a category and then tap a folder to open it. To view the uploaded photos or videos in Dropbox, tap Dropbox, and then sign in to your Dropbox account. In a folder, tap , and then use one of the following options: • Select item: Select files or folders. • Create folder: Create a folder.
Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications. Tap Downloads on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a file to open it with an appropriate application. To sort the files by size, tap Sort by size. To sort the files by date, tap Sort by date. TripAdvisor Use this application to get travel information such as destination or hotel.
Utilities KNOX Use this application freely use your device for both work and personal use. Tap KNOX on the Applications screen. To start KNOX, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install, and then follow the on-screen instructions. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • To secure your data, KNOX and associated data is deleted when the password is entered incorrectly several times.
Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword. Once the location is found, select a location to view the detailed information. Refer to the help for more information.
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap Wi-Fi → . • Advanced: Customize Wi-Fi settings. • WPS push button: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button. • WPS PIN entry: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.
Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. Tap Wi-Fi → → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. Tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. To use more options, tap .
Settings Airplane mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customize the settings for the limitation. • Mobile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. • Set mobile data limit: Set a limit for the mobile data usage. • Data usage cycle: Enter monthly reset date to monitor your data usage. To use more options, tap .
Settings More networks Customize settings to control networks. Mobile networks • Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. • Data roaming: Use the device to connect to another network when you are roaming or your home network is not available. • Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). • Network mode: Select a network type. • Network operators: Search for available networks and select a network for roaming.
Settings Nearby devices • Device name: Enter a media server name for your device. • Shared contents: Set the device to share your content with other devices. • Allowed devices list: View the list of devices that can access your device. • Not-allowed devices list: View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your device. • Download to: Select a memory location for saving media files. • Upload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices.
Settings • Screen lock sound: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen. • Haptic feedback: Set the device to vibrate when touching keys. • Pen attach/detach sound: Set the device to emit a sound when the S Pen is inserted or pulled out from the slot. • Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • Key-tap vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices.
Settings Multi window Set the device to use Multi Window. LED indicator • Charging: Set the device to turn on the notification light while you are charging the battery. • Low battery: Set the device to turn on the notification light when the battery is low. • Notifications: Set the device to turn on the notification light when you have missed calls, messages, or notifications. • Voice recording: Set the device to turn on the notification light when you record voice memos.
Settings • Ink effect: Change the color for the ink effect. The ink effect is available only with the S Pen. • Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognize your wake up command when the screen is locked. • Action Memo on lock screen: Set the device to launch Action Memo when you doubletap the locked screen with the S Pen button pressed. • Help text: Set the device to show the help text on the locked screen. Wallpaper Change the settings for the wallpaper.
Settings Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alert the following settings to improve accessibility to the device. • Auto rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. • Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. • Speak passwords: Set the device to read aloud passwords you enter with Talkback.
Settings • Magnification gestures: Set the device to zoom in and out with finger gestures. • Negative colors: Reverse the display colors to improve visibility. • Color adjustment: Adjust the color scheme for the screen when the device determines that you are color blind or having difficulty reading content. • Notification reminder: Activate or deactivate beep sounds for new notifications.
Settings Call Customize the settings for calling features. • Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone numbers to the reject list. • Set up call rejection messages: Add or edit the message sent when you reject a call. • Answering/ending calls: – – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer an incoming call when pressing the Home button. – – Voice control: Set the device to answer or reject an incoming call with voice commands.
Settings • Additional settings: – – Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. – – Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. – – Auto area code: Set the device to insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically before a phone number. – – Call barring: Block incoming or outgoing calls. – – Call waiting: Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress. – – Auto redial: Activate auto redial for calls that were not connected or that were cut off.
Settings Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. Controls Language and input Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language. Language Select a display language for all menus and applications. Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap .
Settings • Auto punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar. • None: Set the device to deactivate the keyboard swipe feature. • Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard. • Cursor control: Enable the smart keyboard navigation feature to move the cursor by scrolling the keyboard. • Sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • Vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched.
Settings Voice search • Language: Select a language for the voice recognition. • Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current action. • Block offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results. • Hotword detection: Set the device to begin voice recognition when you say the wake up command while using the search application. • Offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input.
Settings S Pen Change the settings for using the S Pen. • Turn off pen detection: Set the screen not to respond when inserting or removing the S Pen. • S Pen keeper: Set the device to display a pop-up alert and emit a sound if you walk when the touch screen is off and S Pen is removed from the device. • Pointer: Set the device to display the S Pen pointer when hovering the S Pen over the screen. • Direct pen input: Set the device to launch handwriting pad when hovering the S Pen over a text input field.
Settings Air gesture Activate the air gesture feature to control the device without touching the screen. • Learn about sensor and icon: View information about the gesture sensor and the indicator that appears while using the air gesture feature. • Quick glance: When the screen is turned off, move your hand above the sensor to view notifications, missed calls, new messages, time and date, and more.
Settings • Air view finger options: – – Information preview: View information in a pop-up window by pointing at items with your finger. – – Progress preview: While playing music or videos, preview a scene or view the elapsed time by pointing at the progress bar with your finger. – – Speed dial preview: View contact information of speed dial numbers in a pop-up window by pointing at a speed dial number with your finger.
Settings Palm motion Activate the palm motion feature to control the device by touching the screen. • Capture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the screen. • Mute/pause: Set the device to pause media playback when you touch the screen with your palm. Smart screen • Smart stay: Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display.
Settings General Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. • Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. • Automatic restore: Set the device to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device.
Settings Safety assistance Set the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. Press and hold the both sides of the Volume button for 3 seconds to send the message. • Edit emergency message: Edit the message that will be sent when you are in an emergency. • Send emergency pictures: Set the device to take photos and send them along with the message to the recipients. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Settings Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. • Screen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. • Turn off haptic feedback: Set the device to turn off the vibration when touching keys.
Settings • Encrypt external SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card. If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before resetting the device. • Remote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account.
Settings • Via Wi-Fi only: Set the device to download security updates automatically only when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Storage type: Set a storage type for credential files. • Trusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications. • Install from device storage: Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage. • Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.
Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: • Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.
Troubleshooting The touch screen responds slowly or improperly • If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the touch screen may not function properly. • If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touch screen, or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touch screen may malfunction. • The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Troubleshooting Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area. A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or 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. You may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider’s base station. Move to another area and try again.
Troubleshooting 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 device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application.
Troubleshooting • Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly. • Your device supports multimedia files that are authorized by your network service provider or providers of additional services. Some content circulated on the Internet, such as ringtones, videos, or wallpapers, may not work properly. Another Bluetooth device is not located • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.
Troubleshooting Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device. A small gap appears around the outside of the device case • This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur. • Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly.
Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (LTN). 11/2013. Rev. 1.
