GT-I9305 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 39 40 41 42 43 7 Device layout 8 Buttons 9 Package contents 10 Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery 13 Charging the battery 15 Inserting a memory card 17 Turning the device on and off 18 Holding the device 18 Adjusting the volume 18 Switching to silent mode Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Setting up accounts Transferring files Securing the device Upgrading the device Communication 45 Phone 51 Contacts 54 Messaging 55 Email 57 Google Mail 59 Hangouts
Table of Contents Media 101 Google 102 Voice Search 102 My Files 103 Downloads 104 KNOX 68 Music 70 Camera 78 Gallery 81 Paper Artist 82 Video 83 YouTube 84 Flipboard Travel & local 105 Maps Application & media stores 85 86 86 87 87 87 87 88 88 Settings Play Store Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps) S Suggest Game Hub Play Books Play Movies & TV Play Music Play Games Play Newsstand 106 About Settings 106 Connections 110 Device 118 Controls 122 General 126 Google Settings Troubleshooting Utili
Getting started Device layout Notification light Proximity/Light sensor Earpiece Front camera Touch screen Power button Home button Menu button Back button Multipurpose jack Microphone Microphone for speakerphone Headset jack Speaker GPS antenna Flash Rear camera NFC antenna (on the battery) Volume button Back cover Main antenna 7
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. • Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Getting started 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. • Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer.
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. 2 1 5 Replace the back cover.
Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Pull out the battery. 3 Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, 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 • 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. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.
Getting started 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. • Close unnecessary applications with the task manager. • Deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. • Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
Getting started 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. 3 Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place. 4 Replace the back cover. 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 Remove the back cover. 2 Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
Getting started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → General → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card → Erase everything. Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
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 Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level 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. • 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. 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.
Basics Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out. 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.
Basics To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation. • Some applications do not allow screen rotation. • Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape. 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.
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. 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. • 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, and then drag the Multi window switch to the right.
Basics Drag the circle between the application panels up or down to adjust the size of the panels. Tap the panel handle to hide or show the panel. When the Multi Window panel is open, tap and hold the panel handle and drag it to the left or right edge of the screen to move the panel. To move the panel handle when the Multi Window panel is closed, tap and hold the panel handle and drag it up or down.
Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, 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 settings.
Basics To rearrange the options on the notifications panel, open the notifications panel, tap tap and hold an item, and then drag the item to another location. → , 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.
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 To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen. Adding widgets To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Home screen, 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.
Basics Rearranging panels Moving a panel Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen. Applications screen The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications installed. On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Applications screen.
Basics Rearranging panels Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps), to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications Tap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it. Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled.
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 Press and hold the Home button 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 Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature 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, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use. Using the Samsung keyboard Changing the keyboard layout Tap , select a language, and then tap Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.
Basics Changing the keyboard type Tap and hold , and then tap to change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the floating keyboard to another location. To switch to the fixed keyboard, tap and move . Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word.
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 Activating Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint With Passpoint, the device automatically searches for available Wi-Fi networks and connects to one. If you move to a new area it will connect to another available Wi-Fi network without requiring a password. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi → then tick Passpoint.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. 1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically.
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 face unlock Open the device, and on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Face unlock. Fit your face in the frame to be captured. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock the screen in case the face unlock fails.
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 over the air The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → About device → Software update → Update now.
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. • Favourites: Make a call from the list of favourite 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 equaliser option for use during a call. • : Increase the volume. • Hold: Hold a call.
Communication • → Contacts: Open the contacts list. • → Memo: Create a memo. • → Message: Send a message. • → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation. • → Manage conference call: Have a private conversation with one party during a multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call. Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts.
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 reject 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 Enable. Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap . 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 favourite contacts. • / : Make a voice or video call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email.
Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts Tap → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts Tap → Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts Tap → Share name card, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Favourites. Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search for contacts. • Add to favourites: Add contacts to favourites.
Communication • 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. Sending a message or email to a group’s members Select a group, tap → Send message or Send email, select members, and then tap Done. Business card Tap Contacts. Create a business card and send it to others.
Communication Use the following methods to make a multimedia message: • Tap and attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others. → Add subject to enter a subject. • Tap 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.
Communication Sending messages Tap the email account to use, and then tap subject, and message, and then tap . at the bottom of the screen. Enter recipients, Tap to add a recipient from the contacts list. Tap to attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others. Tap → message. to insert images, events, contacts, location information, and others into the Sending scheduled messages → Scheduled email. Tick Scheduled email, set a time While composing a message, tap and date, and then tap Done.
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 Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap Tap → Attach file to attach images, videos, music, and others. Tap → Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients. Tap → Save draft to save the message for later delivery. Tap → Discard to start over. Tap → Settings to change the Google Mail settings. Tap → Send feedback to report your opinions for application development. Tap → Help to access help information for the Google Mail. .
Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. Tap , and then select a label in ALL LABELS to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap the label to assign. → Change labels, and then select Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen.
Communication Photos Use this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network service. Tap Photos on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select one of the following categories: • ALL: View all the images or videos that are taken or downloaded to the device. • HIGHLIGHTS: View images or videos that are grouped by date or album. Tap the rest of the images or videos in the group.
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 → Settings → Advanced → Set search engine. Opening a new page Tap → New window. To go to another webpage, tap , scroll left or right, 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 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, use Downloads. (p. 103) 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.
Web & network Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap To open a bookmarked webpage, tap → → Save. → Bookmarks, and then select one. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap keywords that appear. → , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested 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 → Recent tabs.
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 autogenerated 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 content 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 NFC Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required applications. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the battery carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna. If the screen is locked, your device will not read NFC tags or receive data.
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.
Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Search for other devices to play the file. Adjust the volume. Set the file as your favourite song. Turn on shuffle. Change the repeat mode. Hide the music player screen. Open the playlist. Restart the currently-playing song or skip to the previous song. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Skip to the next song.
Media → Settings → Smart volume. To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap 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. Smart volume may not be activated for some files. Setting a song as ringtone or alarm tone To use the currently-playing song as ringtone or alarm tone, tap option. → Set as, and select an Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs.
Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 78) 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. Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos of special moments, launch Camera on the locked screen.
Media Taking photos Taking a photo Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in to take the photo. Tap and hold to take a focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap series of photos. Switch between the front and rear camera. Indicates which storage is in use. Switch between still and video mode. Change the flash setting. Change the shooting mode. Select among various effects that are available. View photos and videos you have taken. Change the camera settings.
Media • Autumn colour: Use this setting for red-shifted background scenery. • Text: Use this setting for books or posters. • Candlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background. • Firework: Use this setting for high-contrast scenes. • Backlight: Use this setting for subjects with bright lights behind them. • Night: Use this setting for images taken in darker conditions. Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap . • Single shot: Take a single photo.
Media • Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct. • HDR: Use this to take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. The original and a compensated one will be saved. • Buddy photo share: Set the device to recognise a person’s face that you have tagged in a photo and send it to that person. Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.
Media Taking videos Taking a video Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap . To stop recording, tap . recording, tap to take a video. To pause While recording, use the following actions: • To change the focus, tap where you want to focus. To focus on the centre of the screen, tap . • To capture an image from the video while recording, tap . Recording mode Switch between the front and rear camera. Indicates which storage is in use. Switch between still and video mode.
Media Tap to change the recording mode. • Normal: Use this mode for normal quality. • Limit for MMS: Use this mode to lower the recording quality for sending via messages. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video. Configuring settings for Camera Tap to configure settings for Camera.
Media • Location tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. • 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. • Self-portrait: Take a photo of yourself. • Self recording: Take a video of yourself. • Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash.
Media • Auto contrast: Set the camera to use automatic contrast. Automatic contrast defines contrast levels without manual input. • Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. • Auto share shot: Set to automatically activate Wi-Fi Direct and switch to share shot mode when you touch the back of your device to another NFC-enabled device, and then tap the screen of your device. • Anti-Shake: Activate or deactivate anti-shake.
Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. 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. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open it. In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. Select an image to view it in full screen.
Media Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Favourite: Add to the favourites 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. • Photo note: Use this to write a note on the back of the image. Tap to edit the note. • Copy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard. • Print: Print the image by connecting the device to a printer.
Media Deleting images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images, and then tap • When viewing an image, tap . . Sharing images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images, and then tap or share them via social network services. • When viewing an image, tap to send them to others to send it to others or share it via social network services. Setting as wallpaper When viewing an image, tap contact.
Media Organising with folders Create a folder to organise images or videos stored in the device. You can copy or move files from one folder to another. To create a new folder, tap . Enter a name for the folder, tap OK, and then tick images or videos. Tap and hold any selected image or video, drag it to the new folder, and then tap Done. Tap Copy to copy or Move to move. Paper Artist Use this application to make images look like illustrations with fun effects or frames.
Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. Playing videos Select a video to play. Search for other devices to play the file. Adjust the volume. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. 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.
Media Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move the player, drag the player to another location. 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.
Media Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised 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, tap Get Started, select news topics, and then tap Done. Select a cover story or a topic, flick through the Flipboard pages, and then select an article to read.
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 (GALAXY Apps) Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit apps.samsung.com. Tap Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps) on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category. Tap To search for an application, tap search field. to select a category.
Application & media stores Game Hub Use this application to access featured Samsung games. Tap Game Hub on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a game service and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the purchase process. 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.
Application & media stores Play Games Use this application to download and play games. Tap Play Games on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Newsstand Use this application to read the latest news articles. Tap Play Newsstand on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Utilities S Memo Use this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings. Tap S Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Create memos with enriched content by drawing sketches with your finger or adding images or voice memos. Tap to write or draw on the screen, or tap to enter text with the keyboard. Create a memo. Switch to view mode. Make a voice recording to insert. Jot down or draw a memo. Hide the toolbar. Enter a memo. Erase the memo. Undo and redo the last action.
Utilities When jotting down a memo, tap colour. once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen When erasing the handwritten memo, tap tap Clear all to clear the memo. , and then tap to change the eraser size or Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. View more colours. To change the sheet background, tap To add tags, tap → Change background. → Add tag. Inserting multimedia files or a voice recording Tap → Add picture to insert multimedia files.
Utilities → Sync. To sync memos with an online service, tap → Create folder. To create a folder, tap → Move. To move memos to another folder, tap To copy memos, tap → Copy. To lock the memo so that others cannot view it, tap To set a PIN to lock or unlock a memo, tap → Lock. → Unlock. To print the memo by connecting the device to a printer, tap not be compatible with the device. To change the S Memo settings, tap → Print. Some printers may → Settings.
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 Attach a memo from S Memo. Tap Memos, and then compose a new memo or select one of the existing memos. Attach an image. Tap Images, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images. Attaching memos to a date Tap and hold a date to select it and the memo pad appears. Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Google under My accounts → a Google account, tick Sync Calendar.
Utilities Changing calendar type Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others at the right side of the screen. A pinch gesture can be used to change calendar type. For example, pinch to change from the monthly calendar to the yearly calendar, and spread apart to change yearly calendar back to monthly calendar. Searching for events or tasks Tap → Search, and then enter a keyword to search for.
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. Sign in to your Dropbox account. If you do not have it, create a Dropbox account.
Utilities Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup to back up or tap Restore to restore data with your Samsung account. Syncing with Dropbox Tap Link Dropbox account, and then enter the Dropbox account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Once you sign in, tap Allow and the device automatically syncs files with Dropbox whenever you make some changes.
Utilities 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. • Location alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location. • Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time. • Smart alarm: Set a time for the alarm to go off before the preset time. Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm.
Utilities 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. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen → Scientific calculator.
Utilities Voice Recorder Use this application to record or play voice memos. Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen. Recording voice memos Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the top of the device. Tap recording. Tap to finish recording. to pause Change the recording quality. Recording elapsed time Start recording. Display the list of voice memos. Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the playback speed.
Utilities Managing voice memos In the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following: • Share via: Select voice memos to send, and then select a sharing method. • Delete: Select voice memos to delete. • Settings: Change the voice recorder settings. • End: Close the voice recorder. Saving files with contextual tags In the list of voice memos, tap → Settings → Contextual filename → On. S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various features.
Utilities Hands-free mode In hands-free mode, the device will read content aloud when you have incoming calls, messages, and notifications so you can use the device without hands while driving. For example, the device will read aloud the caller’s name or phone number when a call comes in. To activate hands-free mode, say “Hands-free mode on.” Deactivate hands-free mode when not in use to prevent the device from reading content aloud. To deactivate hands-free mode, say “Hands-free mode off.
Utilities Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now → Settings, and then drag the Google Now switch to the left or right. settings, tap Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.
Utilities Select a file or folder by ticking, and then use one of the following functions: • : Delete files or folders. • : Send files to others or share them. • → Move: Move files or folders to another folder. • → Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder. • → Rename: Rename a file or folder. • → Details: View file or folder details. Searching for a file Tap → Search, and then enter search criteria.
Utilities KNOX Use this application to separate personal and work data and to access enterprise applications securely from your device. Tap KNOX on the Applications screen. To start KNOX, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install and 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 are 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. You can maintain a stable network connection by automatically selecting either the Wi-Fi or mobile network to use the strongest signal. To automatically switch between networks, tick Smart network switch. To use options, tap .
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 Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise 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 . • Data roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming.
Settings More networks Customise settings to control networks. Default messaging app Select the default application to use for messaging. Printing Configure printer plug-in settings, such as searching and adding printers, to print files via a Wi-Fi network or cloud-hosted services. 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.
Settings S Beam Activate the S Beam feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents, to devices that support NFC and Wi-Fi Direct. Nearby devices • Device name: View the device name. • Content to share: Select content to share with other devices. • Allowed devices: View the list of devices that can access your device. • Denied devices: View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your device. • Download to: Select a memory location for saving media files.
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. • Samsung applications: Change the notification settings for each application. • Sound when tapped: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • Vibrate when tapped: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. Display • Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.
Settings 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. Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen.
Settings Wallpaper Change the settings for the wallpaper. • Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen. • Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen. • Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen. Font Change the settings for the font. • Font style: Change the font type for display text. • Font size: Change the font size. Notification panel Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel.
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 • Negative colours: Reverse the display colours to improve visibility. • Colour adjustment: Adjust the colour scheme for the screen when the device determines that you are colour blind or having difficulty reading content. • Accessibility shortcut: Set the device to activate TalkBack when you press and hold the Power button, and then tap and hold the screen with two fingers. • Text-to-speech options: – – Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine.
Settings Call Customise the settings for calling features. • Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone numbers to the reject list. • Set up call reject 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 a call when you press the Home button. – – Voice control: Set the device to answer or reject a 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 • Sound: Select a ringtone to alert you to new voicemails. • Vibrate: Set the device to vibrate when voicemails are received. • Accounts: Set the device to accept IP calls and set up your accounts for IP call services. • Use Internet calling: Set whether to use IP call services for all calls or only for IP calls. Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode.
Settings • Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and show word suggestions. You can also customise the word prediction settings. • Auto replace: Set the device to correct misspelled and incomplete words by tapping the space bar or punctuation mark. • Auto capitalise: Set the device to automatically capitalise the first character after a final punctuation mark, such as a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark.
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. • “Ok Google” Detection: Set the device to begin voice recognition when you say the wake-up command while using the search application. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input.
Settings Hands-free mode Set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in hands-free mode. Motions Activate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. • Direct call: Set the device to make a voice call by picking up and holding the device near your ear while viewing call, message, or contact details. • Smart alert: Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new messages when you pick up the device.
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.
Settings • Select time zone: Set the home time zone. • Use 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format. • Select date format: Select a date format. Accessories Change the accessory settings. • Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desktop dock. • Audio output mode: Set the device to use the dock speaker when your device is connected to a desktop dock.
Settings Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • CPU performance: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. • Screen output: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. • Haptic feedback: Set the device to turn off the vibration when touching keys. • Learn about Power saving: Discover how to reduce battery consumption. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.
Settings • 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. – – Google location service: Set the device to allow location data collection or to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi or mobile network.
Settings • 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. About device Access device information, edit the device name, or update device software.
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 authorised 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.
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