GT-S5280 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 Communication 7 8 9 10 13 15 17 18 18 18 18 36 40 43 44 45 47 48 48 48 Device layout Buttons Package contents Installing the SIM 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 Web & network 49 51 Basics 19 20 23 25 26 28 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 Phone Contacts Messaging Email Google Mail Talk Google+ Messenger ChatON Indicator ic
Table of Contents Application & media stores 64 65 65 66 66 82 83 83 83 84 84 84 85 86 88 88 88 89 89 90 91 Play Store Samsung Apps Play Books Play Music Play Magazines Utilities 67 68 70 70 72 73 74 75 75 76 Memo S Planner Quickoffice Clock Calculator Voice Recorder Google Voice Search My Files Downloads Troubleshooting Travel & local 77 78 Maps Local Settings 79 79 80 80 81 82 82 Sound Display Storage Battery Application manager Location services Lock screen Security Language and input Backup an
Getting started Device layout Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Menu button Back button Multipurpose jack Microphone Headset jack Rear camera Speaker 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 Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty. • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.
Getting started Installing the SIM card and battery Insert the SIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Only microSIM cards work with the device. 1 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 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. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. 3 Insert the battery. 2 1 4 Replace the back cover.
Getting started Removing the SIM card and battery 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Pull out the SIM 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 device emits a warning tone and displays a low battery power message.
Getting started • The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.
Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. • Close unnecessary applications with the task manager. • Deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. • Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
Getting started 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Replace the back cover. Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card → OK. 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Pull out the memory card. Replace the back cover. Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information.
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 → Erase everything. → Settings → Storage → Format SD card → 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 Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. • To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in 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 → Settings → 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 → Settings → Motion → Learn about motions. (p. 88) Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation.
Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback or mute the FM radio. Shaking Shake the device to search for Bluetooth devices.
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.
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. Rearranging items Adding an application icon On the Home screen, tap preview. , tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel Adding an item Customise the Home screen by adding widgets or folders.
Basics 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. Removing a panel → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the Tap bottom of the screen. Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.
Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. 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. → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to Create folder. Enter a folder Tap name and then tap OK. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap Save to save the arrangement. Rearranging panels Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics 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 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 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 Save. Forgetting Wi-Fi networks Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to 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.
Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.
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: Hold a call. Or press and hold the headset button.
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 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 by, and then select an option. Fixed dialling number The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. Those prefixes are stored in the SIM card.
Communication Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the circle, or press and hold the headset button. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap Reject call with message. To create → Call settings → Set reject messages. the rejection message, tap Automatically rejecting calls from unwanted numbers → Call settings → Call rejection, drag the Auto reject mode switch to the right, and Tap then tap Auto reject list. Tap Create, enter a number, assign a category, and then tap Save.
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 → Speed dial setting, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it.
Communication Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions: • : Add to favourite contacts. • : Make a voice call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email. Importing and exporting contacts Syncing with Google Contacts Tap → Merge with Google. Contacts synced with Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from Google Contacts, and vice versa.
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 Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another email account, tap → Settings → .
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. Forward the message. Reply to the message. Delete the message. Add this email address to the contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Open attachments. Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap it. next to an attachment to save Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.
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. . Reading messages Mark the message as a reminder. Reply to this message. Add this email address to the contacts list. Reply to all recipients or forward this message to others.
Communication 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. Public profile Tap the account ID at the top of the friends list to change the availability status, image, or status message. Adding friends Tap , enter the email address of the friend to add, and then tap DONE.
Communication 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. Messenger Use this application to chat with others via Google+ instant messaging service. Tap Messenger on the Applications screen.
Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. Tap to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. Opening a new page Tap → New window. To go to another webpage, tap , scroll left or right, and tap the page to select it.
Web & network Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap → Add bookmark. To open a bookmarked webpage, tap , and then select one. History Tap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap Tap → History → Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Saved pages To view saved webpages, tap → Saved pages. Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy.
Web & network Bluetooth Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.
Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Adjust the volume. Change the repeat mode. Turn on shuffle. Open Music square. Select a sound effect. Open the playlist.
Media Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs. → Create playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap Add music, Tap Playlists, and then tap select songs to include, and then tap Done. To add the currently-playing song to a playlist, tap → Add to playlist. Playing music by mood Play music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically created by the device. When a new → Library update. song is added, tap Music square → Tap Music square and select a cell of mood.
Media Taking photos Taking a photo Tap to take the photo. Indicates which storage is in use. Change the shooting mode. Switch between still and video mode. Select among various effects that are available. Adjust the brightness. Change the camera settings. Open the image viewer to display photos. Scene mode Predefined settings make point-and-shoot photos easier to take. Tap → Scene mode. • Landscape: Use this to take photos of blue skies and landscapes with richer colours.
Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap → Shooting mode. • Single shot: Take a single photo. • Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct. • Smile shot: Take a photo when a subject smiles. Taking videos Taking a video Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap recording, tap . to take a video. To stop • Manual focus is not available in video mode. • The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution.
Media Recording mode Indicates which storage is in use. Change recording mode. Switch between still and video mode. Select among various effects that are available. Adjust the brightness. Change the camera settings. Tap Open the video player to play videos. to change recording mode. • Normal: Use this mode for normal quality. • Limit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messaging. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • Use the Volume button to zoom in or out.
Media 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. • Edit shortcuts: Reorganise shortcuts to frequently-used options. • Shooting mode: Change the shooting mode. • Recording mode: Change recording mode. • Effects: Select among various photo effects that are available. • Scene mode: Change the scene mode.
Media Shortcuts Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options. Tap → Edit shortcuts. Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slot at the left of the screen. The other icons can be moved within the list by tapping and dragging them. 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.
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: • Delete: Delete the image. • Copy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard. • Rotate left: Rotate anticlockwise. • Rotate right: Rotate clockwise. • Crop: Resize the orange frame to crop and save the image in it. • Set as: Set the image as a wallpaper or a contact image. • Print: Print via a USB or Wi-Fi connection.
Media Sharing images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images, and then tap • 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. → Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a Video Player Use this application to play video files. Tap Video Player on the Applications screen.
Media Deleting videos Tap → Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete. Sharing videos Tap → Share via, select videos by ticking, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. YouTube Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Watching videos Tap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video.
Media Sharing videos Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method. Uploading videos Select your account, tap , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap . FM 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 FM 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.
Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword. Select an application to view information. To download it, tap Install.
Application & media stores Samsung Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit www.samsungapps.com. Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them.
Application & media stores Play Music Use this application to stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play music by selecting a music category or share songs with others by uploading them to the Google cloud storage. Play Magazines Use this application to read and download magazines. Tap Play Magazines 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 → . 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 . To search for a memo, tap To delete memos, tap → Search. → Delete. To send memos to others, tap → Send.
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: • Quick add: Create an event or task from a memo. This feature is available only for English and Korean. • 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.
Utilities Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the map that appears. Attach an image. Tap Images, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images. Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Google under Accounts, select the Google account, and then tick Sync Calendar. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications → Sync.
Utilities Quickoffice Use this application to view documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations. Tap Quickoffice on the Applications screen. Reading documents Tap Browse or select a Quickoffice program → Internal Storage or Recent Documents → a document. Searching documents Tap Search and then enter search criteria. 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.
Utilities Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. • Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time. • Smart alarm: Set a time for the alarm to go off before the preset time. Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag the alarm after a specified length of time.
Utilities Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times. Tap Reset to clear lap time records. Timer Set the duration, and then tap Start. Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off. Desk clock Tap to view in full screen. Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation and tap to display the scientific calculator. If → Scientific calculator.
Utilities Voice Recorder Use this application to record or play voice memos. Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen. Recording voice memos Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the bottom of the device. Tap pause recording. Tap to finish recording. to Recording elapsed time Start recording. Display the list of voice memos. Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Trim the voice memo.
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. 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 Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. Tap My Files on the Applications screen.
Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications. Tap Downloads on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To see the files downloaded from the Internet, tap Internet downloads, otherwise, tap Other downloads to see the files downloaded from other applications, such as Email. Select a file to open it with an appropriate application.
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 , enter an address, and then tap . Select a location to view the detailed location information. To search for nearby locations, tap . Once the location is found, tap 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 GET DIRECTIONS.
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap . • Advanced: 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 Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation. • Mobile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. • Set mobile data limit: Set a limit for the mobile data usage.
Settings More settings Customise settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Mobile networks • Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. • Data roaming: Use the device to connect to another network when you are roaming or your home network is not available. • Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs).
Settings Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (basic or easy). Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • Device ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls and notifications.
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. • Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. • Auto-rotate screen: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned.
Settings Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Location services • Use wireless networks: Set the device to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks for finding the current location. • Location and Google search: Set the device to use your current location for Google search and other Google services. Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. • Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. • Lock screen options: Change the settings for the locked screen.
Settings Security Change settings for securing the device and the SIM 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: – – Encrypt: Set the device to encrypt files when you save them to a memory card. – – Full encryption: Set the device to encrypt all files on a memory card.
Settings Language and input Change the settings for text input. Language Select a display language for all menus and applications. Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap . • Choose input languages: Select input languages for text input. • Block offensive words: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap .
Settings • 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. – – Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped.
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. Add account Add email or SNS accounts.
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.
Settings • TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback. • Font size: Change the font size. • Text-to-speech output: – – Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap . – – Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. – – Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. – – Driving mode: Activate driving mode to set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in driving mode.
Settings • Wait for debugger: Set the device to prevent the selected application from loading until the debugger is ready. • Show touches: Set the device to show the pointer when you touch the screen. • Show pointer location: Set the device to show the coordinates and traces of the pointer when you touch the screen. • Show layout boundaries: Set the device to show boundaries. • Show GPU view updates: Set the device to flash areas of the screen when they are updated with the GPU.
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 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 8-10 seconds. The device reboots automatically. If this does not solve the problem, perform a factory data reset. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → 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 Another Bluetooth device is not located • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device. • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect to, if necessary. • Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
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). 05/2013. Rev. 1.
