GT-I9205 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 35 36 37 39 40 41 42 44 Getting started 7 8 9 10 13 15 17 18 18 18 18 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 Holding the device Locking and unlocking the device Adjusting the volume Switching to silent mode Communication 45 51 55 56 58 59 60 60 61 Basics 19 20 23 27 28 29 30 30 31 34 35 Applications screen Help Entering text Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Setting up ac
Table of Contents 66 67 68 69 70 Samsung Link Group Play NFC S Beam WatchON 100 101 102 102 103 103 S Voice Google Voice Search My Files Downloads TripAdvisor Media 71 73 79 82 84 85 86 Travel & local Music Camera Gallery Story Album Video YouTube Flipboard 104 Maps 105 Local 106 Navigation Settings 107 107 111 124 125 127 Application & media stores 87 88 88 Play Store Samsung Apps Play Music Utilities 89 92 94 95 96 98 98 99 About Settings Connections My device Accounts More Google Settings T
Getting started Device layout Notification light Proximity/Light sensor Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Menu button Microphone Multipurpose jack Microphone for speakerphone IrLED GPS antenna Headset jack Rear camera Flash Volume button Back cover Speaker 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. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. Buttons Button Function • Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Getting started 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 remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna. • 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.
Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 2 Remove the back cover. 3 Pull out the SIM or USIM card. Pull out the battery. To remove the SIM or USIM card, insert a fingertip into the hole and push the SIM or USIM card out of the slot, as shown in the image below.
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 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 2 3 Remove the back cover. 4 Replace the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Push the memory card into the slot. Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings More Storage Unmount SD card. 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Pull out the memory card. Replace the back cover.
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 Format SD card Erase everything. More Storage Format SD card 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. 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 automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period.
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 New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Silent 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. • Do not allow the touch screen to contact water.
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. Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
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 My device Motions and gestures Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation.
Basics Using Multi Window applications While using Multi Window applications, tap or and use one of the following: • : Switch locations between Multi Window applications. • : Maximise the window to fit the screen. • : Close the application. 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.
Basics • Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode. • Screen Mirroring: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature. • Multi window: Set to use Multi Window. • Wi-Fi hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature. • S Beam: Activate or deactivate the S Beam feature. • NFC: Activate or deactivate the NFC feature. • Air view: Activate or deactivate the air view feature. • Driving mode: Activate or deactivate driving mode.
Basics Adding an item Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or pages. Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories: • Apps and widgets: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen. • Folder: Create a new folder. • Page: Create a new page. 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.
Basics Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen. On the Home screen, tap following: Set wallpaper Home screen, and then select one of the • Gallery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the Internet. • Live wallpapers: See animated images. • Wallpapers: See wallpaper images. Then, select an image and tap Set wallpaper. Or, select an image, resize it by dragging the frame, and then tap Done.
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 Organising with folders Put related applications together in a folder for convenience. Tap Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to Create folder. Enter a folder name and then tap OK. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap Save to save the arrangement. Rearranging panels Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics 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 Portrait keyboard types, 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 Adding Wi-Fi networks If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in Network SSID, select the security type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap Connect. Forgetting Wi-Fi networks Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer operating system.
Basics Connecting as a media device 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device device (MTP). Media Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed. 3 Transfer files between your device and the computer.
Basics Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. 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.
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.
Communication • Contacts: Open the contacts list. • Memo: Create a memo. • Message: Send a message. • One-handed operation: Set the keypad for convenient use with one hand. • 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.
Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button. 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, or press and hold the headset button. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards.
Communication Ending a call Tap End call to end a call. Or press the headset button. Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap call. to make a video During a video call The following actions are available: • Switch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. • Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. • End call: End the current call. • Hide me: Hide your image from 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 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. Setting a speed dial number Tap Speed dial setting, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it.
Communication Searching for 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 Importing contacts Tap Import/Export USB storage. Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Import from Exporting contacts Import/Export Tap storage. Export to SIM card, Export to SD card, or Export to USB Sharing contacts Import/Export Tap a sharing method. Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select Favourite contacts Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search for contacts.
Communication 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. • Search: Search for contacts. • Change order: Tap and hold position, and then tap Done. next to the group name, drag it up or down to another • Delete groups: Select user-added groups, and then tap Delete. Default groups cannot be deleted.
Communication Messaging Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messaging on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages Tap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap . Use the following methods to add recipients: • Enter a phone number. • Tap , select contacts, and then tap Done.
Communication Viewing incoming messages Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s message. Listening to a voice message Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider. 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.
Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, 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 Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND. Tap Attach picture to attach images. Tap Attach video to attach videos.
Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. 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 Scroll left or right. Deleting chat history Chats are automatically saved. To delete the chat history, tap Clear chat history. Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. Tap Google+ on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap All Circles to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your circles.
Communication ChatON Use this application to chat with any device. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account. Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap Contact sync to manually sync contacts from the device.
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. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address. Opening a new page Tap New window. To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it.
Web & network 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 To share a webpage address with others, tap Share via. To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap Share. Chrome Use this application to search for information and browse webpages. Tap Chrome on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Web & network Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear. Syncing with other devices Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged in with the same Google account. To view open tabs on other devices, tap To view bookmarks, tap Other devices. Select a webpage to open. . Bluetooth Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances.
Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings Connections Bluetooth Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the autogenerated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is Gallery. Open Gallery, Bluetooth, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices.
Web & network Samsung Link Use this application to play contents saved on various devices 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. To get more Help. details, tap Tap Samsung Link on the Applications screen.
Web & network Managing contents on a web storage service Select a web storage service, and then view and manage your files. To download files from a web storage service, tap , select files, and then tap Done. To register web storage services to the device, tap , and then select a web storage service. Settings Registered storage Group Play Use this application to share screens with multiple devices. Create or join a Group Play session, and then share images, documents, or music.
Web & network Joining Group Play • Tap Join group, select a Group Play session to join, and then enter the password for the group. Select a media category and the content that is currently being shared will appear on the device. • Activate the NFC feature. On the Home screen, touch the back of your device to the back of another device that is opening a session. NFC Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products.
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 to the right. Connections S Beam. Drag the S Beam switch Select a file, touch the back of your device to the back of the other device, and then tap your device’s screen.
Web & network WatchON Use this application to connect to a TV to watch your favourite shows and movies. Tap WatchON on the Applications screen. You must first connect the device to a network and ensure that the device’s infrared port is facing the TV. Connecting to a TV Connect to a TV to display the device’s screen onto a large surface and control the TV remotely with the device. Select a country and a region. Tap Set Up Now, and then follow the on-screen instructions to register the TV to the device.
Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music 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 method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen. Adjust the volume. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. Set the file as your favourite song. Turn on shuffle.
Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Settings Smart Volume. When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing. Settings To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap Adapt Sound On. When you turn the volume up to level 14 or higher, the adapt sound option is not applied to music playback.
Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 79) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • The camera automatically shuts off when unused. • Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.
Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • Auto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo. • Beauty face: Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. • Best photo: Take a series of photos, and then save the best one. • Continuous shot: Take a series of photos of moving subjects.
Media Controlling the camera remotely Set a device as a viewfinder to control the camera remotely. Tap Remote viewfinder, and then connect the device and the camera using to take a photo remotely using the device as a viewfinder. Wi-Fi Direct or NFC. Tap Configuring settings for Camera Tap to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used.
Media • Review: Briefly display photos taken. • Volume key: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function. • Timer: Use this for delayed-time shots. • White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. • Exposure value: Change the exposure value.
Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, the Download folder is automatically created to contain the image.
Media Playing videos Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . Trimming segments of a video Select a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video. Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Favourite: Add the image to favourites. • Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder.
Media Modifying images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Rotate: Rotate the image. • Crop: Crop the image. • Colour: Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image. • Effect: Apply effects to the image. • Portrait: Correct red-eye, adjust and retouch faces, or make background blurry. • Sticker: Attach stickers. • Drawing: Draw on the image. • Frame: Apply frames to the image. Favourite images When viewing an image, tap Favourite to add the image to the favourites list.
Media Tagging faces Tap Settings, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face on an image. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages. Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.
Media Tap Create album From suggestions. Select an album, enter a title for the album, and then tap Create album OK. The device will recommend making story albums when you surpass the preset number of photos in a single day. Viewing story albums Select a story album. The cover image appears on the first page. Scroll left or right to view images in the story album. When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Add content: Add more content to the current page.
Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the device's software. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing videos Select a video to play. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. Adjust the volume. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Change screen ratio. Reduce the size of the video screen.
Media Sharing videos Tap Share via, select videos by ticking, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. 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.
Media Sharing videos Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method. Uploading videos Select your account, tap UPLOAD. , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap 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, select news topics, and then 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. Installing applications Browse applications by category. Tap CATEGORY to select a category. To search for an application, tap search field.
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. Undo and redo the last action. Jot down or draw a memo. Enter a memo. Erase the memo. Make a voice recording to insert. Append another page to the current memo.
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 Clear all to clear the memo. once more to change the eraser size or tap Save the current setting as a pen profile. 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.
Utilities To change the view mode, tap List view. To create a memo by importing a file, tap Import. To export memos as another file format, tap To create a folder, tap Export. Create folder. To move memos to another folder, tap To copy memos, tap Move. Copy. To change the S Memo settings, tap Settings. To access help information for S Memo, tap Help. Viewing a memo Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. To delete memos, tap Delete. To send the memo to others, tap Share via.
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 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 Tap Search, and then enter a keyword to search for. To view today’s events, tap Today at the top of the screen.
Utilities To upload files to Dropbox, tap To open files in Dropbox, select a file. While viewing images or videos, tap favourites list, tap . Upload here Photos or videos or Other files. to add it to the favourites list. To open files in the Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings Accounts Cloud. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
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 as 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. • Location alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location.
Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag the alarm after a specified length of time. outside the large circle to repeat Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap DST settings. Deleting clocks Tap and hold the clock, and then tap Delete. Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event.
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen Scientific calculator. rotation is disabled, tap To see the calculation history, tap To clear the history, tap to hide the keypad. Clear history. To change the character size for the history, tap Text size. To set the calculator for convenient use with one hand, tap One-handed operation on.
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 bottom of the device. Tap pause recording. Tap to finish recording. to Recording elapsed time Change the recording quality. Display the list of voice memos. Start recording. 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.
Utilities Driving mode In driving 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 driving mode, say “Driving mode on.” Google Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well. Tap Google on the Applications screen.
Utilities Search scope To select what applications to search, tap items to search for. Settings Phone search, and then tick the 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 Google Now. settings, tap Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking.
Utilities Viewing files Select a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap directory, tap . In a folder, tap . To return to the root , and then use one of the following options: • Select all: Select all files to apply the same option to them at once. • Create folder: Create a folder. • Search: Search for files. • View by: Change the view mode. • Sort by: Sort files or folders. • Settings: Change the file manager settings.
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 Tap Search Maps, enter an address, and then tap location information. Once the location is found, tap . Select a location to view the detailed and use one of the following functions: • Clear Map: Clear the map.
Travel & local Getting directions for 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 4 Select a travel method, such as driving, public transit, or walking, and then tap Go. Select one of the routes that appear.
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. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap Wi-Fi . • Advanced: Customise Wi-Fi settings. • WPS push button: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button. • WPS PIN entry: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.
Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. Tap Wi-Fi Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. Tap Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. To use more options, tap .
Settings • Auto sync data: Set the device to sync contact, calendar, email, bookmark, and social network image data automatically. • Show Wi-Fi usage: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi. • Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi hotspots to prevent applications that are running in the background from using them. More networks Customise settings to control networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.
Settings NFC • NFC: Activate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information. • Android Beam: Turn on the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and contacts, to NFC-enabled devices. 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 • File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device.
Settings My device Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. • Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected. • Multiple widgets: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen. • Lock screen widgets: – Favourite apps or Camera: Set the device to show shortcuts for each application or launch the camera application automatically when you swipe panels to the left on the locked screen.
Settings Display Change the settings for the display. • 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. • Notification panel: Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel. • Multi window: Set the device to use Multi Window.
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. Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device.
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 an incoming call when pressing the Home button. – Voice control: Set the device to answer or reject an incoming call with voice commands.
Settings • Additional settings: – Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. – Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. – Auto area code: Set the device to insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically before a phone number. – Call barring: Block incoming or outgoing calls. – Call waiting: Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress. – Auto redial: Activate auto redial for calls that were not connected or that were cut off.
Settings Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. Safety assistance Set the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. Press and hold the Volume up button and the Volume down button for 3 seconds to send the message. • Edit emergency message: Edit the message that will be sent when you are in an emergency.
Settings Accessory 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. • Desk home screen display: Set the device to show the desk clock when your device is connected to a desktop dock. • Automatic unlock: Set the device to unlock automatically when the cover is flipped open.
Settings • Show shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button. • Manage accessibility: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with other devices. • TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback. • Font size: Change the font size. • Magnification gestures: Set the device to zoom in and out with finger gestures. • Negative colours: Reverse the display colours to improve visibility.
Settings One-handed operation Activate one-handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand. Language and input Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language. Language Select a display language for all menus and applications. Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap . • Choose input languages: Select input languages for text input.
Settings • Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard. • Cursor control: Enable or disable the smart keyboard navigation feature to move the cursor by scrolling the keyboard. • Handwriting: Customise settings for handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness, or pen colour. • Advanced: – Auto capitalisation: 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 control: Control applications by voice commands. • Auto-start speaker: Set the device to automatically turn on the speakerphone when making a call with S Voice. • Show body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message received while in driving mode. • Wake up command: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice. • Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the screen is locked.
Settings Text-to-speech options • 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 • Palm motion: – Capture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the screen. – Mute/Pause: Set the device to pause media playback when you touch the screen with your palm. • Gyroscope calibration: Calibrate the gyroscope so your device can correctly recognise rotation. • Place the device on a stable surface during calibration. The calibration process may fail if the device vibrates or moves.
Settings Voice control Change settings to control options by voice commands. Accounts Add account 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 More Customise settings for location services, security, and other options. Location services Change settings for location information permissions. • Access to my location: Set the device to allow applications to use your current location information. • Use GPS satellites: Set the device to use the GPS satellite for finding the current location.
Settings • SIM Change Alert: Activate or deactivate the Find my mobile feature which helps locate the device when lost or stolen. • Find my mobile web page: Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device on the Find my mobile 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 or USIM data.
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 applications occupy part of the memory. Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.
Troubleshooting 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. • PIN: When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu.
Troubleshooting Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for more than 7 seconds. The device reboots automatically. If this does not solve the problem, perform a factory data reset. On the Applications screen, tap Settings Accounts Backup and reset Factory data reset Reset device Erase everything.
Troubleshooting Audio quality is poor • Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list. • Re-enter and save the number, if necessary. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact’s phone number.
Troubleshooting Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following: • Charge the battery or replace it with a battery that is fully charged. • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Restart the device.
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.
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