GT-I8200N 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 7 8 9 10 13 15 18 18 19 19 19 37 38 39 40 42 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 43 48 52 54 55 57 57 58 58 Basics 20 21 25 29 30 32 33 34 35 36 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Setting up accounts Transferring files Securing the device Upgra
Table of Contents Media Travel & local 64 66 71 74 75 76 77 94 94 95 Music Camera Gallery Video YouTube Radio Flipboard Settings 96 96 100 110 111 114 Application & media stores 78 79 79 80 80 81 81 81 Play Store Samsung Apps S Suggest Game Hub Music Hub Play Music Play Games Video Hub About Settings Connections My device Accounts More Google Settings Troubleshooting Utilities 82 83 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 92 93 Maps Local Navigation Memo S Planner Dropbox Cloud Clock Calculator Voice Recorder
Getting started Device layout Front camera Earpiece Proximity sensor Power button Touch screen Home button Menu button Back button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack GPS antenna Speaker Flash Rear camera Volume button Back cover Main antenna 7
Getting started • 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. 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. Doing so may damage the cover. 2 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
Getting started • 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. • The SIM card slot of your device is only suited for standard SIM cards. Inserting a microSIM card or a microSIM card with an unauthorised holder may cause damage to the SIM card slot of your device.
Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Pull out the SIM or USIM card.
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 battery icon appears empty.
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 2 Remove the back cover and battery. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards, and then push the memory card down. 1 2 3 Slide the memory card backwards until it locks into place. 4 Replace the battery and back cover.
Getting started 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 and battery. Slide the memory card forwards until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Replace the battery and back cover. Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information.
Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. • Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. • Press and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless features.
Getting started Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. 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.
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 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.
Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. To learn how to control motions properly, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Motion → Learn about motions. (p.
Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Holding to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
Basics Panning to move Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image.
Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker). Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out.
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 Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Changing the Home screen mode The Home screen has standard and easy modes. In easy mode, you can easily access your favourite contacts, applications, and settings by adding shortcuts to the Home screen.
Basics Moving an item Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the item. Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Tap → Edit page → . Moving a panel Tap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics Using widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen. • Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges. • The widgets available may vary depending on the region or service provider. Adding widgets to the Home screen On the Home screen, tap Apps → Widgets.
Basics Tap the widgets panel area at the upper part of the screen. Scroll right to the last page, tap and then select a widget to add to the locked screen. , Rearranging panels Moving a panel Scroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel Scroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen.
Basics 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. Press and hold the Home button, tap , and then tap End next to an application to close it. To close all running applications, tap End all. Alternatively, press and hold the Home button, and then tap .
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, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications Tap → Uninstall, and then select an application to uninstall it. Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled. Sharing applications Share downloaded applications with other users via email, Bluetooth, or other methods.
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 → Alphabets or Numbers and symbols, and then tap Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.
Basics Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak. If the device does not recognise your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list. To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language. 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.
Basics Adding Wi-Fi networks If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in Network SSID, select the security type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap Connect. Forgetting Wi-Fi networks Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer operating system.
Basics Connecting with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer. 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and sync music files. Connecting as a media device 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP).
Basics Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern. Setting a PIN On the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.
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: • : Hold a call. Tap to retrieve the held call. • Add call: Dial a second call. • Keypad: Open the keypad.
Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Sending a message Tap → Send message to send a message to the number on display. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls. To filter a call log, tap → View, and then select an option. Fixed dialling number The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes.
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 a second call comes in, end or hold the first call. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap Reject call with message. To create → Call settings → Set up call reject messages.
Communication 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. • End call: End the current call. • Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. • → Hide me: Hide your image from the other party. • → Outgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. • → Keypad: Open the keypad.
Communication Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images. Listening to a voice message Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider. Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen.
Communication 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. Setting a speed dial number → Speed dial setting, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To Tap remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap Remove. Searching for contacts Tap Contacts.
Communication 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. Displaying contacts Tap Contacts. By default, the device shows all saved contacts. Tap → Contacts to display, and then select a location where contacts are saved. Moving contacts Tap Contacts. Moving contacts to Google Tap → Merge accounts → Merge with Google.
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 namecard via, 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 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. • Help: Access help information about using contacts.
Communication 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. Use the following methods to make a multimedia message: • Tap • Tap , and attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others. → Add subject to enter a subject. Sending scheduled messages → Scheduling. Set a time and date, and then tap Done.
Communication Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. After that, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another email account, tap → Settings → Add account.
Communication Reading messages Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap . Tap a message to read. Add this email address to the contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Open attachments. Reply to all recipients. Forward the message. Reply to the message. Delete 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 picture to attach images. Tap → Attach video to attach videos. 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.
Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. Tap → Refresh to manually retrieve new messages. Tap 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 G+ Photos Use this application to share images or videos via Google’s social network service. Tap G+ Photos on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap → to select images or videos, and then use one of the following: • Share: Share the images or videos. • : Share the images via Hangouts. • : Delete the images or videos. • : Create a new album and copy the images or videos.
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 → 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, tap → Downloads. Sharing webpages → Share page. 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 → → Save. 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. .
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 Making a purchase with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get details about the service, contact your service provider. Touch the back of your device to the NFC card reader. Sending data via Android Beam Use the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and contacts, to NFC-enabled devices. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → NFC.
Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. 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.
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. → Settings → To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap Adapt Sound → On.
Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 71) 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. • Best photo: Take a series of photos, and then save the best one. • Continuous shot: Take a series of photos of moving subjects. • Sound & shot: Use this to take a photo with sound. Tap to take a photo.
Media Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. Tap and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode. Taking videos Taking a video Tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap . To change the focus, tap where you want to focus. Recording mode 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.
Media 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. Share shot Tap → , and then select one of the following: • Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct.
Media • Metering: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted measures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot measures the light value at a specific location. Matrix averages the entire scene. • ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in filmcamera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly-lit objects.
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 . 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. • 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.
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. Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen.
Media Sharing videos Tap → Share via, select videos, 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. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.
Media Sharing videos Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method. Uploading videos Tap → Uploads → , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap . Radio Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. Tap Radio on the Applications screen. Listening to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio.
Media Scanning radio stations → Scan, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available Tap stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap screen. to return to the FM radio Adding stations to the favourites list Scroll to a radio station, and then tap to add the station to the favourites list. Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.
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 apps.samsung.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. To search for an application, tap search field. at the top of the screen, and then enter a keyword in the Select an application to view information.
Application & media stores Game Hub Use this application to access games. Tap Game Hub on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Scroll left or right and select a game to download from Samsung Apps. Music Hub Use this application to play music and purchase songs or albums from the Music Hub catalogue.
Application & media stores RADIO Listen to music on radio stations or create your own one. You can personalise your station based on an artist you like. The station will play music similar to the songs of your favourite artist. You can also receive customised recommendations from Music Hub. Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Applications screen.
Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Tap , enter a memo, and then tap Save. To change the background colour, tap → Colour. → Lock. To lock the memo so that others cannot view it, tap Browsing memos Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To edit the memo, tap the memo. To search for a memo, tap To delete memos, tap → Search. → Delete. To sort memos by date, tap → Sort by.
Utilities Viewing a memo Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos. Tap and use the following: • Delete: Delete the memo. • Colour: Change the background colour. • Lock: Lock the memo so that others cannot view it. • Print: Print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. • Share text via: Send the text in the memo to others. • Share via: Send the memo to others. S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks.
Utilities 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. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place. Invite others to the event by sending an email. Enter the email address to the Participants field, or tap to open the contacts list. Attach a map showing the location of the event.
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 When running Dropbox for the first time, tap Start to activate it. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Once Dropbox is activated, photos and videos taken with the device’s camera are uploaded to Dropbox automatically. To view the uploaded photos or videos, tap . To share or delete files or create albums, tap , and then select files. To upload files to Dropbox, tap → To open files in Dropbox, select a file. While viewing images or videos, tap favourites list, tap .
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a timer. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. • Location alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location.
Utilities Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city and 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 → Delete, select clocks, and then tap Delete. Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times. Tap Reset to clear lap time records. Timer Set the duration, and then tap Start.
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 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 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 • Search: Search for files or folders. • View by: Change the view mode. • Sort by: Sort files or folders. • Settings: Change the file manager settings. 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.
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.
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 . • 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. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → notification to activate this feature. → Advanced and tick Network Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct.
Settings To use more options, tap . • Data roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • Restrict background data: Set the device to disable sync in the background while using a mobile network. • Auto sync data: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. You can select what information to sync for each account in Settings → Accounts. • Show Wi-Fi usage: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi.
Settings VPN Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). 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.
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. • Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.
Settings • Touch sounds: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the touch screen. • Screen lock sound: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen. • Adapt Sound: Personalise the sound for the ear you use most during calls or while listening to music. Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (standard or easy). Call Customise the settings for calling features. • Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically.
Settings • Call accessories: – – Automatic answering: Set the device to answer automatically after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected). – – Automatic answering timer: Select the length of time that the device waits before answering calls. – – Outgoing call conditions: Set the device to allow outgoing calls with a Bluetooth headset, even when your device is locked. – – Outgoing call type: Select the type of outgoing calls to make when you use a Bluetooth headset.
Settings • Video call image: Select an image to be shown to the other party. • Use call fail options: Choose to try a voice call when a video call fails to connect. • Voicemail service: Select or set your voicemail service provider. • Voicemail settings: Enter the number to access the voicemail service. Obtain this number from the service provider. • Sound: Select a ringtone to alert you to new voicemails. • Vibrate: Set the device to vibrate when voicemails are received.
Settings Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. • Screen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. • Learn about Power saving mode: Discover how to reduce battery consumption. 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.
Settings – – The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when pressing the Power button. • 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. – – Export: Export the current accessibility settings as a file. – – Update: Import the current accessibility settings as a file.
Settings • Tap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. • Interaction control: Activate interaction control mode to restrict the reaction of the device for inputs in an application. 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.
Settings • Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • 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. – – Auto spacing: Set the device to automatically insert a space between words. – – Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar.
Settings • Home address: Enter your home address to use location information with the voice command feature. • Log in to Facebook: Enter your Facebook account information to use Facebook with S Voice. • Log in to Twitter: Enter your Twitter account information to use Twitter with S Voice. For Google voice recognition, use the following options: • Language: Select a language for the voice recognition. • Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current action.
Settings • Tilt to zoom: Set the device to zoom in or out while viewing images in Gallery or browsing webpages, when you tap and hold two points with your fingers and then tilt the device back and forth. • Pan to move icon: Set the device to move an item to another page when tapping and holding the item and then panning the device to the left or right. • Pan to browse images: Set the device to scroll through an image by moving the device in any direction when the image is zoomed in.
Settings Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. • Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. • Automatic restore: Set the device to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device. • Factory data reset: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data.
Settings Security Change settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card. • Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the device. You must enter the password each time you turn on the device. Charge the battery before enabling this setting because it may take more than an hour to encrypt your data. • Encrypt external SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card.
Settings • Make passwords visible: Set the device to display passwords as they are entered. • Device administrators: View device administrators installed on the device. You can allow device administrators to apply new policies to the device. • Unknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store. • Verify apps: Set the device to allow Google to check applications for harmful behaviour before installing them.
Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset. • Automatic date and time: Automatically update the time and date when moving across time zones. • Set date: Set the current date manually. • Set time: Set the current time manually.
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.
Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (EU). 01/2014. Rev.1.
