EK-GC100 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 Instructional icons Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information Copyright Copyright © 2015 Samsung Electronics This guide is protected under international copyright laws.
About this manual IC notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Table of Contents Getting started 6 7 8 9 12 14 16 17 17 17 58 60 61 62 63 65 66 Device layout Buttons Package contents Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Charging the battery Inserting a memory card Turning the device on and off Locking and unlocking the device Adjusting the volume Switching to silent mode Media 67 70 71 73 74 76 77 78 Camera 18 27 37 45 47 Basic functions Advanced functions Shooting options Configuring settings for Camera Cleaning the device Gallery Paper Artist Photo Wizar
Table of Contents Web & network Settings 89 90 92 93 94 110 110 111 111 112 114 114 114 115 115 116 116 116 116 117 119 122 122 123 123 124 124 125 126 127 Internet Chrome Bluetooth AllShare Play Group Cast Application & media stores 95 96 96 97 Play Store Samsung Apps S Suggest Game Hub Utilities 98 100 100 102 103 104 105 105 106 106 S Planner Dropbox Clock Calculator S Voice Google Voice Search Task manager My Files Downloads Troubleshooting Travel & local 107 108 109 109 About Settings Wi-Fi
Getting started Device layout Power button Shutter button AF-assist light Zoom button Flash GPS antenna Flash release Lens Main antenna Speaker HDMI port Tripod mount Flap Microphone Headset jack Multipurpose jack Touch screen 7
Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the voice search or take videos. • 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. Power • Press and hold for 6-8 seconds to reset the device if it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.
Getting started Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Device • Battery • Quick start guide Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty. • 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 card and battery Insert the SIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Only microSIM cards work with the device. 1 Slide the latch and open the cover. 2 Insert the SIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards. • Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to become lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card.
Getting started 3 4 5 Push the SIM card into the slot until it locks in place. Insert the battery. Replace the cover and slide the latch.
Getting started Removing the SIM card and battery 1 2 3 Slide the latch and open the cover. Pull out the battery. Push the SIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
Getting started Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them using 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 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to the electric socket while charging.
Getting started Inserting a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacity 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. • The device supports only the FAT file system for memory cards.
Getting started Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card → OK. 1 2 3 Slide the latch and open the cover. Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Replace the cover and slide the latch. Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information.
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 airplanes and hospitals. • Press and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless features.
Getting started Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device locks automatically if it is not used for a specified period. To unlock the device, press the Power button when the touch screen is turned off, tap anywhere on the screen and then drag outside the large circle. You can use motion to unlock the screen.
Camera Basic functions Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device. (p. 68) Tap Camera on the Applications screen or press and hold the shutter button. The device automatically shuts off when unused. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited. • Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.
Camera Taking videos Tap to take a video. To stop recording, tap . • Touch focus is not available in video mode. • The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution. • When using a memory card with a slow writing speed, the device may not be able to save the video properly. It may stop recording, or recorded video frames may become corrupted. • Memory cards with slowing writing speeds do not support high-resolution video.
Camera Zooming in and out Turn the Zoom button left or right to zoom in or out. Zoom out Zoom in • The zoom function may not be available when shooting at the highest resolution. • The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting a video. Taking photos with the touch focus Focus on different areas within the same composition using the touch focus. Tap, or tap and drag the focus frame to the subject. The camera focuses on the selected area automatically.
Camera Reducing device shake Use the Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) option to reduce or eliminate blurriness from device shake. Tap → Expert → A / S / M / P, and then from the preview screen, tap (anti-shake) to help focus when the device is moving. To use this feature in Camcorder mode, tap → Expert → screen, tap → Camcorder → OIS (anti-shake).
Camera Learning icons The icons displayed on the shooting screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are the most common.
Camera Tips for taking clearer photos Holding the device correctly Make sure not to block the screen, lens, flash, or microphone. Make sure not to expose the lens to direct sunlight. This may discolour the image sensor, or cause it to malfunction.
Camera Half-pressing the Shutter button Press the Shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. The device adjusts the focus automatically, and the focus frame turns green. The focus frame turns red if not focused. Reducing device shake Set the Optical Image Stabilizer to reduce device shake optically. (p.
Camera Keeping the subject in focus Focusing on the subject may be difficult in the following conditions: • When the contrast between the subject and background is low. For example, the subject is wearing clothing that is similar in colour to the background. • The light behind the subject is too bright. • The subject is shiny or reflective. • The subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds. • The subject is not positioned in the centre of the frame.
Camera When taking photos in low-light conditions • Turn the flash on to take photos in low-light conditions. (p. 39) • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 40) When subjects are moving rapidly Use the high-speed burst to take photos of moving subjects. (p. 44) To take several photos continuously, use memory cards with faster write speeds (micro SDHC Class10 or higher).
Camera Advanced functions Changing Camera settings Tap to quickly change Camera settings. The available options vary by mode. • : Configure Camera settings. • : Activate or deactivate the voice control to take photos. • : Activate or deactivate the flash. • : Use this to set delayed-time shots. • • : Select a resolution for videos. : Activate or deactivate the sharing options. Auto Use this to take photos with scene modes selected automatically by the device.
Camera Smart Use this to take photos with predefined settings for various scenes. Beauty face Use this to take photos with smooth skin tones. Tap → Smart → Beauty face. Press the Shutter button to take a photo. The device automatically adjusts the photo, and then saves it. Best photo Use this to take eight successive photos, and then choose the best photos among them. Tap → Smart → Best photo. Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos.
Camera Best face Use this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image. Tap → Smart → Best face. Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. To get the best shot, hold the device steady and remain still while taking photos. When Gallery opens, tap the yellow frame on each face, and choose the best individual pose for the subject. After choosing a pose for each individual, tap Done to merge the images into a single photo, and save it.
Camera Macro Use this to take photos of very close subjects. Tap → Smart → Macro. Press the Shutter button to take a close-up photo. • Hold the device steadily to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the subject is very close to the lens. Action freeze Use this to take photos of subject moving at high speed. Tap → Smart → Action freeze. Press the Shutter button to take a photo of moving subjects. Use in bright daylight is recommended.
Camera Rich tone Use this to take photos with enhanced dynamic range, which helps maintain details in bright and dark areas. The device automatically takes several photos with various exposure values, and then merges them into one photo. Tap → Smart → Rich tone. While holding the device steadily, press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. Without effect With effect • This feature may be affected by device shake, lighting, movement of the subject, and shooting environment.
Camera Panorama Use this to take wide panoramic photos. Tap → Smart → Panorama. Press the Shutter button to take a photo, and then move the device in any direction. When the blue frame aligns with the preview screen, the device automatically takes another shot in the panoramic sequence. To stop shooting, press the Shutter button again. Photos are automatically combined into one panoramic image. • Avoid the following for best results: – – Moving the device too quickly or too slowly.
Camera • In Panorama mode, the zoom function is disabled. If the lens is zoomed in when selecting this mode, the device automatically zooms out to default position. • In Panorama mode, some device options are not available. • The device may stop taking photos due to composition or movement within the scene. • In Panorama mode, the device may not take the last image if you stop moving the device at the exact position where you want the scene to end.
Camera Night Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash. Tap → Smart → Night. While holding the device steadily, press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. Photos are automatically merged into a single photo. The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter speed when the camera takes photos. Make sure to use a tripod. Fireworks Use this to take photos of fireworks. Tap → Smart → Fireworks. While holding the device steadily, press the Shutter button to take a photo.
Camera Expert Use this to take photos and videos with manual adjustment of ISO sensitivity, exposure value, aperture, and the shutter speed. Change the aperture. Change the shutter speed. Return to the previous screen. Use manual camcorder mode. Use manual mode. Change the ISO sensitivity. Use program mode. Display descriptions of modes and functions. Use aperture priorty mode. Use shutter speed priority mode. Change the exposure value.
Camera Using the aperture priority mode Use this to manually set the aperture value to take photos. Shutter speed is set automatically. Tap → Expert → A, and set aperture, ISO sensitivity, and exposure value. Using the shutter speed priority mode Use this to manually set the shutter speed to take photos. Aperture is set automatically. Tap → Expert → S, and set shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, and exposure value.
Camera Shooting options Customize the device to take unique photos or videos. The available options vary by mode. Selecting resolution Select a higher resolution to increase the number of pixels the photo or video includes. Selecting a higher resolution also increases the file size. Setting the photo resolution In Camera mode, tap → Camera → Photo size, and select a photo resolution. Setting the video resolution In Auto or Smart mode, tap and select a video resolution.
Camera Taking photos in low-light conditions Preventing red-eye in portrait photos When using the flash when taking a portrait photo in low-light conditions, a red-glow may appear in the subject’s eyes. In Camera mode, tap → Camera → Flash, and select Red-eye or Red-eye fix to prevent or automatically correct red-eye. Before correction After correction Using the flash Use the flash when taking photos in low-light conditions, or when more light is needed in the photos.
Camera Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of the camera sensor’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). A higher sensitivity lets you take photos in low-light conditions without using the flash but increases image noise. Tap → Expert → A / S / M / P, and select an ISO sensitivity. Selecting a high ISO sensitivity will result in more image noise.
Camera Detecting faces The device automatically detects one or more human faces and focuses the lens on the faces. Tap → Expert → A / S / M / P, tap → Camera → Face detection → Normal. Aim the device at a human subject. When the device detects a human face, a white frame appears around the face. Press the Shutter button to take a photo. The closer you are to the subjects, the quicker the device detects faces. Taking a smile shot The device automatically detects a smiling face, and releases the shutter.
Camera Detecting eye blinking If the device detects closed eyes, it automatically takes more photos in succession. Tap → Expert → A / S / P / M, tap → Camera → Face detection → Blink detection. Aim the device at a human subject. When the device detects a human face, a white frame appears around the face. If the eyes are closed at the exact moment when the Shutter button is pressed, the device automatically takes more photos in succession.
Camera Changing metering methods The metering mode refers to the method the device uses to measure the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of the photos may vary depending on the selected metering method. Metering mode can only be changed when operating in Expert mode. • Multi: The device divides the frame into several areas, and then measures the light value of each area and averages the results. • Spot: The device measures the light value at the centre of the frame only.
Camera Set camera white balance Tap → Expert → A / S / P /M, tap balance setting. → Camera → WB (Light Source) and select a white Set camcorder white balance Tap → Expert → setting. , tap → Camcorder →WB (Light Source) and select a white balance Setting customized white balance Set a customized white balance by taking a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of white paper, under the light source in the area of the subject.
Camera Tap → Expert → A / S / P /M, tap → Camera → Drive → AE BKT. • When taking bracketed photos, the flash, filter effects, and face detection options are disabled. • Saving photos may take longer depending on memory card capacity and performance. Taking photos or videos with filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. Tap and select a filter effect. Not all of the following options are available in both Camera and Camcorder modes.
Camera Configuring Camera settings Tap to configure Camera settings. The available options vary by mode. • Photo size: Select a resolution for photos. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution photos take up more memory. • Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. • Timer: Use this for delayed-time shots. • Detection Display: In Auto mode, display scenes that are automatically detected on the screen when half-pressing the Shutter button.
Camera • Voice control: Activate or deactivate the use of voice control to take photos. • AF lamp: Use this to activate the AF-assist light in low-light conditions. • Power-on mode: Select the default camera mode that launches when the device is turned on. • Storage: Select the memory location for storage. • Reset: Reset the camera settings. • WB (Light Source): Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations.
Camera Cleaning the device Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a lens cleaning paper, and wipe gently. Do not press on the lens cover, or use a blower brush on the lens cover.
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 Using the touch screen Use only fingers 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. • Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. • To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
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, map, 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 on 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 → Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.
Basics Sweeping Sweep a palm across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Move it away from the screen to resume.
Basics Panning to move Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen. 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.
Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen. From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current status and use the following options: • Wi-Fi: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
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 more. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Rearranging items Adding an application icon On the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel preview. Adding an item Customize the Home screen by adding shortcuts, widgets, or folders.
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 garbage can that appears at the bottom of the Home screen. When the garbage can turns red, release the item. Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Tap → Edit page, and then tap . Moving a panel Tap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
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. Opening from recently-used applications Tap and hold the Home key to open the list of recently-used applications. Select an application icon to open. Closing an application Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.
Basics Organizing with folders Put related applications together in a folder for convenience. Tap → Edit, tap and hold an application, drag it to Create folder, and then enter a folder name. 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 Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the Google voice input to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use.
Basics Entering text by voice When Google voice typing is activated, the voice recognition screen appears. Speak a text to return to the text. into the microphone. When you are done, tap To change the text, tap the underlined and select a word or phrase from the dropdown list. Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
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 Save. 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. Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to a 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.
Basics Connect as a media device Connect the device to a computer and access media files stored on your device. 1 2 3 Connect the device to a computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP). Transfer files between your device and the computer. Connect as a camera device Connect the device to a computer as a camera and access files in your device.
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 a preset pattern, PIN, or password whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN.
Basics Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button, and enter the pattern, PIN, or password. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. 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.
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 how they are encoded. 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 Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Edit: Edit the image. • Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • Favourites: Add to the favourites list. • Face tag: Register faces in photos as face tags. • Copy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard. • Rotate left: Rotate counter-clockwise. • Rotate right: Rotate clockwise. • Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it. • Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or contact image.
Media Deleting images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by tapping, and then tap • When viewing an image, tap . . Sharing images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap to others. → Select item, select images by tapping, and then tap • When viewing an image, tap to send them to send it to others. Setting as wallpaper When viewing an image, tap contact.
Media Paper Artist Use this application to make images look like illustrations with fun effects or frames. Tap Paper Artist on the Applications screen. Use artistic tools to edit an image. The edited image is saved in Gallery → Paper Pictures folder. Select an existing image. Share the image. Take a photo. Save the image. Apply frames to the image. Change the brush thickness. Change the eraser size. Change the pen thickness. Apply effects to the image.
Media Photo Wizard Use this application to correct images and apply various effects and embellishments. Tap Photo Wizard on the Applications screen. Undo and redo the last action. Save changes. Resize, rotate, or crop the image. Make multi-grid image. Frame, attach stickers, or draw on the image. Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image. Tap Apply effects to the image. Correct red-eye, adjust and retouch face, or make background blurry. to finish. Resizing images Tap Transform → Resize.
Media Changing colours Tap Colour, select one of the colour effects that appear at the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap Done. Adjusting a portrait photo Tap Portrait, select one of the portrait effects that appear at the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap Done.
Media Video Player Use this application to play video files. Tap Video Player on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the device's software. • Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Playing videos Select a video to play. Adjust the volume. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Switch to floating screen mode. Change screen ratio. Restart the current video or skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly.
Media Video Editor Use this application to edit videos and apply various effects. Tap Video Editor on the Applications screen. • Some video files in Gallery may not be viewable depending on video resolution and codec. • Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Creating videos Select a frame theme. To add media files, tap Add media, and then tap the icon corresponding to the desired media type at the left pane of the screen.
Media Trimming segments of a video Select a frame, move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save. Splitting videos Select and drag the frame to the orange line, tap , and tap Done. Applying effects to a video Select a frame, tap Effects, select an effect option, and then save the video. Editing a video automatically Automatically make a video.
Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Adjust the volume. Change the repeat mode. Open Music square. Turn on shuffle. Select a sound effect. Return to library.
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. Add the video to the playlist. Send the URL to others. Search for videos. Pause or resume playback. Scale the video to fill the screen or fit to the screen. Change display quality.
Media Instagram Use this application to view and share photos. You can also apply filters to change the look of the photo. Tap Instagram on the Application screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap Register to sign up, or tap Sign in, and then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Creating a contact Tap and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Tap . Deleting a contact Tap → Delete. Searching for contacts Use one of the following search methods: • Scroll up or down the contacts list.
Communication Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions. • : Add to favourite contacts. • : Compose an email. Importing and exporting contacts Syncing with Samsung account Tap → Merge with Samsung. If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from your Samsung account, and vice versa. Syncing with Google Contacts Tap → Merge with Google. Contacts synced with Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list.
Communication Favourite contacts Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search a contact. • Add to favourites: Add contacts to favourites. • Remove from favourites: Remove contacts from favourites. • Grid view / List view: View contacts in grid or list form. Contact 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.
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 Sending scheduled messages Tap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. 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 Gmail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Gmail on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may be labeled differently depending on the region or service provider. Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND. Tap → Attach file to attach images. Tap → Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients.
Communication Labels Gmail uses labels rather than folders. When Gmail is launched, it displays messages labeled Inbox. Tap to manually retrieve new messages. Tap to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap , and then select the label to assign. Talk Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk. Tap Talk on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Communication Switching between chats To switch between chats, scroll left or right. Deleting chat history Chats are automatically saved. To delete chat history, tap → Clear chat history. ChatON Use this application to chat with any device that has a mobile phone number. Tap ChatON on the Applications list. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Communication Google+ Use this application to create groups to send and receive instant messages and upload your photos. Tap Google+ on the Applications list. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap All circles to change the category, and then scroll right or left to view posts from your circles. To create a post, tap . • Home: View posts grouped by featured, your circle, or nearby. • Profile: View your activities in Google+.
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, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. Opening a new page Tap → New window. To go to another webpage, tap , scroll left or right, and 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 history, tap → Clear history. Tap → History → Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Saved pages To view saved webpages, tap → Saved pages. Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, tap → Downloads. Sharing webpages To share a webpage address with others, tap → Share page.
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. Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap address, and then tap Save. To open a bookmarked webpage, tap → , enter details, such as name and web → Bookmarks, and then select one. Sharing webpages → Share... To share a webpage address with others, tap To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, tap SHARE.
Web & network Bluetooth Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth 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.
Web & network AllShare Play Use this application to play content saved on various devices over the Internet. You can play and send any file on any device to another device or web storage server. To use this application, you must sign in to your Google and Samsung accounts, and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To get more details, tap → FAQ. Tap AllShare Play on the Applications screen.
Web & network Group Cast Use this application to share images, documents, and music with other devices that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Tap Group Cast on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Sharing files 1 2 Tap Share picture, Share document, or Share music, select the files to share, and then tap . Enter a PIN code and tap Done.
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 Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit www.samsungapps.com. Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them.
Utilities S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen. Changing calendar type Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others. Tap the tabs down the right side of the screen to view Year, Month, Week, Day, List (of events), or Task list. A pinch gesture can also be used to change calendar type.
Utilities You can attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the map that appears. To attach an image, tap Images, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images. Syncing with Google Calendar To manually sync for updating, tap → Sync. Searching for events Tap → Search, and then enter a keyword to search for.
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use the desk clock. 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. • Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time.
Utilities Deleting clocks Tap → Delete, select clocks, and then tap Delete. Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times. Tap Reset to clear lap time records. Timer Set the duration, and then tap Start. Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off. Desk clock Tap to view in full screen. Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. To see calculation history, tap To clear history, tap to hide the keypad.
Utilities S Voice Use this application to control the device by voice commands. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. This feature may be unavailable depending on the region or service provider. Here are some examples of spoken commands: • Open music • Launch calculator • 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. Tap ? for more information on using S Voice.
Utilities Google Use this application to search the Internet, and also applications and their contents on the device. Tap Google on the Applications screen. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear. If no results are returned from the applications, the web browser appears, displaying the search results. Search scope To select which applications to search, tap items to search for.
Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear. Task manager Use this application to check system status. Tap and hold on any screen, and then tap Task manager.
Utilities Storage Tap Storage to check how much of the flash memory and memory card is occupied. Help Tap Help to view tips about how to extend battery life. My Files Use this application to access all files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. Tap My Files on the Applications screen. Select a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap Up. To return to the root directory, tap Home.
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. Viewing maps Scroll in any direction to view a location or find your way. To zoom in or out the map, spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.
Travel & local Get directions to a destination 1 2 Tap . Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: • My current location: Use current location for starting location. • Contacts: Select from the contacts list. • Point on map: Pinpoint by tapping on the map. • My Places: Select from the list of favourite places. 3 Select a travel method (driving, public transit, bicycle or walking) and then tap GET DIRECTIONS.
Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. • 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. Follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. 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 . • Advanced: Change usage settings for Wi-Fi feature. • 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 Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customize the settings for the limitation. • Mobile data: Set to use data connections on any mobile network. • Set mobile data limit: Set a limit for the mobile data usage.
Settings More settings Customize settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Smart network This disables all data network functions on your device when the screen is turned off, and disconnects applications such as Email. When the screen in turned on, all new notifications that were not received while the screen was off are retrieved.
Settings VPN Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). Nearby devices • File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other DLNA certified devices to access media files on your device. • Shared contents: Set to share your contents with other devices. • Device name: Enter a media server name for your device. • 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.
Settings Blocking mode Select features and set the device to hide or show notification icons for them for specified periods. Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • Volume: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • Default notifications: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and alarms. • Touch sounds: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the touch screen.
Settings Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device. Power Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode.
Settings Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by the various components of your device. Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. To stop an application from running, tap the application name and tap Stop. Stopping applications or services may cause application failure or data loss. Location services • Use wireless networks: Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks for finding the current location.
Settings – – Weather: Set to show weather information on the locked screen. – – Ripple effect: Set to show the ripple effect on the locked screen. – – Help text: Set to show the help text on the locked screen. – – Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognize your wake up command when the screen is locked. – – Set wake-up command: Set a wake up command to launch the S Voice application or perform a specified function. • Owner information: Enter your information that is shown on the locked screen.
Settings • Find my mobile web page: Access the SamsungDive website (www.samsungdive.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device on the SamsungDive website. • 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 data. • Make passwords visible: By default, the device hides passwords for security. Set the device to display passwords as they are entered.
Settings Language and input Change the settings for text input. Language Select a display language for all menus and applications. Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, select . • Choose input languages: Select input languages for Google voice recognition. • Block offensive words: Set to prevent the device from recognizing offensive words in voice inputs.
Settings • Handwriting: Customize settings for handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness, and pen colour. • Voice input: Activate the voice input feature to enter text by voice on the Samsung keyboard. • Auto capitalisation: Set the device to automatically capitalize the first character after a final punctuation mark, such as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark. • Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a period when you double-tap the space bar.
Settings For Samsung voice recognition, the following options are available: • Language: Select a language for the voice recognition. • Use location data: Set to use location information for voice search results. • Hide offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results. • Help: Access help information for S Voice. • About: View version information. • Control apps: Set the device to recognize voice commands for controlling your device. You can select the features to control with voice commands.
Settings Text-to-speech output • Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap . • Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. • Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. • Driving mode: Activate driving mode to set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in driving mode. Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device.
Settings Add account Add your email or SNS accounts. Motion Change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. • Pan to move icon: Set to move an item to another page when tapping and holding the item and then panning the device to the left or right. • Pan to browse images: Set to scroll through an image by sliding the device in any direction when the image is zoomed in. • Sensitivity settings: Set the sensitivity for each motion recognition.
Settings Accessory Change the accessory settings. • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices. Some devices may not support the surround sound setting. • Audio applications: Set the device to show which applications are available when you connect a headset to the device. Some devices may not support the surround sound setting. Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.
Settings Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alter 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 when inactive. • Speak passwords: Set the device to read aloud passwords you enter with Talkback.
Settings Developer options Change the settings for application development. • Desktop backup password: Set a password to secure your backup data. • Stay awake: Set the screen to remain on while you are charging the battery. • Protect SD card: Set to request a confirmation when reading data from a memory card. • USB debugging: Activate USB debugging mode to connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.
Settings • Animator duration scale: Select how long pop-up windows will be shown. • Disable hardware overlays: Set to hide hardware overlays. • Force GPU rendering: Set to use 2D hardware acceleration to improve graphic performance. • Strict mode: Set the device to flash the screen when applications perform long operations. • Show CPU usage: Set to list all active processes. • Profile GPU rendering: Set to check the time of GPU rendering time.
Troubleshooting The subject’s eyes appear red Red eyes occurs when the subject’s eyes reflect light from the camera flash. If the photo has already been taken, tap Red eye removal in the Photo Wizard. Photos have dust spots If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the flash. • Turn off the flash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place. • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p.
Troubleshooting Photos are blurred when shooting at night As the device tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficult to hold the device steady long enough to take a clear picture and may result in device shake. • Set Night in smart mode. • Turn on the flash. • Set ISO sensitivity options. • Use a tripod or place the camera on a firm surface to prevent it from shaking.
Troubleshooting When you cannot turn on the device • Ensure that the battery is inserted. (p. 10) • Charge the battery. When you cannot take photos or videos • Your storage may be full. Delete unnecessary files, or insert a new memory card. • Format the memory card. • The memory card may be defective. Purchase a new card. • Ensure that the device is turned on. • Charge the battery. • Ensure that the battery is inserted. When the flash is not functional • Press the flash release to pop the flash up.
Troubleshooting When the photo is too bright • Turn the flash off. (p. 39) • Adjust the ISO sensitivity. (p. 40) • Adjust the exposure value. (p. 42) When the photo is too dark • Turn the flash on. (p. 39) • Adjust the ISO sensitivity. (p. 40) • Adjust the exposure value. (p. 42) 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 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 recognizing 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.
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 device Your Samsung device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application.
Troubleshooting A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer • 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 computer. • If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • Ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
Some content may differ from your device depending on the region or service provider. www.samsung.com English (CA). 01/2015. Rev. 1.
