Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. To install Kies (PC Sync) 1. Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsungmobile.com) and install it in your PC. 2. In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → USB → Samsung Kies → Set. 3. Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsungmobile.com Printed in Korea Code No.
GT-S7230E user manual
Using this manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards. This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device. Read me first • Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and proper use.
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Contents Assembling ............................................ 10 Unpack ................................................................. 10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ..... 10 Charge the battery ............................................ 12 Insert a memory card (optional) .................... 15 Use the leather case .......................................... 17 Attach a hand strap (optional) ....................... 18 Use the touch screen ........................................
Messages ............................................................. 43 Email ..................................................................... 48 Social Hub . .......................................................... 51 IM ........................................................................... 51 Calendar . ............................................................. 72 Task ....................................................................... 73 Memo ........................................
Mobile AP ............................................................ 87 GPS ........................................................................ 88 PC connections . ................................................. 90 Tools ........................................................ 93 Clock ..................................................................... 93 Calculator ............................................................ 94 My accounts .......................................................
About phone ................................................... 112 SIM applications ............................................. 112 Overview of menu functions ............ 113 Troubleshooting ................................. 114 Safety precautions .............................
Assembling Unpack Check your product box for the following items: • • • • • Mobile device Battery Travel adapter (charger) Leather case User manual Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. 10 Assembling • The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, • Place the SIM or USIM card into the device with 1 • If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can 2 3 the gold-coloured contacts facing down. If the device is on, press and hold [ ], and select Yes to turn it off. only use your device’s non-network services and some menus. Remove the back cover. 4 Insert the battery. 5 Replace the back cover. Insert the SIM or USIM card.
Charge the battery Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery. You can charge the device with the provided travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device. When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty and blinking.
• You can use the device while it is charging, but it Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. 3 may take longer to fully charge the battery. • While the device is charging, the touch screen may no function due to an unstable power supply. If this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up.
• Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter. Doing this may cause damage to the device. • To ensure peak performance of your battery, fully charge and discharge (use until empty) the battery the first two or three times. When you charge the battery for the first time, charging your battery completely may take about 4 hours. Because the battery is a consumable part, the battery will gradually wear out and the charging time will be reduced.
Insert a memory card (optional) To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card. Your device accepts microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards with maximum capacities of 16 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.
›› Remove the memory card 1 2 3 4 Ensure that the device is not currently using the memory card. Remove the back cover and battery. Remove the memory card. Replace the battery and back cover. Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device. 16 Assembling ›› Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device.
Use the leather case 2 Attach the supplied leather case and press the case anchor down until it clicks. 3 Replace the back cover. You can replace the lower case with the supplied leather case to protect your device's touch screen. To attach the leather case, 1 Remove the back cover, and then remove the lower cover.
To remove the leather case, 1 2 Remove the back cover. Pull the case anchor as shown below. Do not pull the leather case by holding the flap part of the case, as this could damage the case. Attach a hand strap (optional) 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Slide a hand strap through the hand strap hole and hook it over the small projection. 3 3 Replace the lower cover and and the back cover. 18 Assembling Replace the back cover.
Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press and hold [ ]. To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and select Yes. • Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. • To use your device's non-network services only, switch to the flight mode. In Menu mode, select Settings → Flight mode. Enter your PIN and select Done (if necessary).
Get to know your device ›› Device layout Multifunction jack Earpiece Flashbulb Power/Lock key Volume key Back cover End key Camera key Lower cover Dial key Mouthpiece 20 Getting started Speaker Camera lens Touch screen Menu key Headset jack (3.
›› Keys Key Key Function Power/ Lock Dial Menu End Turn the device on or off (press and hold); Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys. Make or answer a call; In Idle mode, retrieve logs of your calls and messages. Access Menu mode; Launch the task manager to view all active applications (press and hold); In Idle mode or while using an application, access Smart search (press twice). End a call; In Menu mode, return to Idle mode. Function Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
›› Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.
Icon Definition New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated ›› Shortcuts panel In Idle mode or while using an application, select the indicator icons area to open the shortcuts panel. in Select icons to activate or deactivate the WLAN and Bluetooth features. You can also turn on or off the device's volume and check new messages and alerts.
• To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools. • 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 come into contact with water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. • For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device.
• Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use the device for a specified period. To turn on the screen, press [ ] or the Menu key. • You can also adjust the backlight time. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and light → Backlight time. • Some lists have an index along the right side. Tap a letter to jump to items starting with that letter. Drag your finger along the index to quickly scroll through the list.
• Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically switch to landscape view. To set the interface to keep the orientation when you rotate the device, select Settings → General → Gestures → Orientation → Change orientation. • While using the device, you can capture an image of a screen by pressing [ ] and the Menu key simultaneously. The image will be saved in My files → Images.
4 to add a new main menu screen. Select You can have up to 10 screens. Select 5 6 to remove a screen from the main menu. Rotate the device to portrait view. Select Done at the top left of the screen. Launch and manage applications ›› Launch multiple applications Your device allows you to multi-task by running multiple applications at the same time. To launch multiple applications, press the Menu key to return to the main menu and select an application to launch.
• Some of your widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may incur additional charges. • Available widgets may vary depending on your region or service provider. ›› Open the widget toolbar To open the widget toolbar and access widgets, 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, select Widget at the top left of the screen to open the widget toolbar. Read the widget disclaimer and select Accept (if necessary). Scroll left or right on the widget toolbar to find the widget you want to use.
Customise your device Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences. ›› Add new panels to the idle screen You can add new panels to the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, select Widget at the top left of the screen. Rotate the device to landscape view. Select to add new panels to the idle screen. You can have up to 10 panels. Select 4 5 to remove a panel from the idle screen. Rotate the device to portrait view.
›› Set up a sound profile You can change your device's sounds by customising the current sound profile or switching to another sound profile. To set up a profile, 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Settings → Sound profiles. 4 Select Set. Select the profile you are using. Customise the sound options for incoming calls, incoming messages, and other device sounds. ► p. 102 Available sound options vary depending on the selected profile.
›› Change the order of tabs The first time you access a menu that requires a password, you will be prompted to create and confirm a password. You can change the order of tabs in an application. 1 2 3 4 Launch an application that has tabs on the top line of the screen. Tap and hold the tab area. • If you forget your password, bring your device to a Select an item and move it to a new tab position. Samsung Service Centre to unlock it.
Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device. • If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your SIM or USIM card will be blocked. You must enter a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM card. • If you block your SIM or USIM card by entering an incorrect PUK, bring the card to your service provider to unblock it.
Enter text Number You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen. Change the text input method When you tap the text input field, the input panel with the QWERTY keyboard appears by default. 1 2 3 Number 4 5 6 Function Function 3 Insert a space; Insert a period and space (double-tap). 4 Clear your input. 5 Start a new line. 6 Change the input language; Access the keyboard settings (tap and hold).
Enter text using different input methods 1 2 3 Mode Function T9 (Predictive text) 1. In ABC mode, select T9 (The dot turns green). 2. Select the appropriate virtual keys to enter an entire word. 3. When the word displays correctly, select to insert a space. If the correct word does not display, select and an alternative word from the list that appears. Adding words to the T9 dictionary If you cannot find a word in the alternative word list, you can add the word to the T9 dictionary.
Mode Number Symbol Function Copy and paste text Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a number. You can enter numbers by tapping and holding a virtual key in ABC or T9 mode. 1. Select ◄ or ► to scroll to a symbol set you want. 2. Select an appropriate virtual key to enter a symbol. 1 2 3 4 Place the cursor where you want to start. 5 Select Copy or Cut to copy and paste, or cut and paste the text onto the clipboard. When entering text, rotate the device to display the wider QWERTY keyboard.
Communication When you hold the device near your face during a call, your device automatically locks the touch screen to prevent accidental input. 3 Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. ›› Make and answer a call Answer a call 1 In Idle mode, select Keypad and enter an area code and a phone number. When a call comes in, press [ ].
Reject a call When a call comes in, press [ busy tone. ]. The caller will hear a • You can set up a list of numbers to reject incoming calls automatically. ► p. 39 • You can send a message when you reject incoming calls. In Menu mode, select Settings → Applications → Call → All calls → Reject call with message.
• To activate the speakerphone feature, select Speaker. In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature. For better audio performance, use the normal device mode. • To switch between the two calls, select Swap. • To end the call on hold, select Swap → End call. • To make a multiparty call (conference call), make or cannot hear you, select Mute. answer a second call and select Join when connected to the second party. Repeat to add more parties.
• To hide the image from the other party, select Camera • • • • off. To select an alternative image to be shown to the other party, select Outgoing image. → Keypad. To open the dialling screen, select → To customize the video call settings, select Settings. Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options: -- Capture image: Capture the other party’s image. -- Record video call: Record videos of the other party’s image.
You can simulate incoming calls when you want to get out of meetings or unwanted conversations. 3 4 To activate the hot key to make fake calls, in Menu mode, select Settings → Applications → Call → Fake call → Fake call hot key → Save. 5 Make a fake call To make a fake call, press and hold the Volume key down in Idle mode. A fake call comes in after a specified length of time. You can change the delay time before fake calls.
Use Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode In FDN mode, your device will restrict outgoing calls, except for the numbers stored in the SIM or USIM card. You must first set up your FDN list in the phonebook to use FDN mode. To activate FDN mode, 1 2 In Menu mode, select Settings → Security → Fixed dialling mode. Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select Done. Set call diverting Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify.
Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. This feature is available only for voice calls. 1 2 In Menu mode, select Settings → Applications → Call → Voice call → Call waiting. Select Activate. Your setting will be sent to the network. Logs Learn to view and manage logs of calls you have dialled, received, or missed and messages you have sent or received.
Option Call duration Message counter Email counter Call costs Function View time data for your calls, such as the duration of the last call and the total duration of all calls. View the number of messages you have sent or received. View the number of emails you have sent or received. View cost records for your calls, such as the cost of the last call and the total cost of all calls.
4 5 Select the text input field and enter your message text. Select Send to send the message. • If you decide not to send a message immediately, you can save it to the draft folder for future use. • If an error occurs while you are sending a message, it will be saved in the outbox so you can try to resend it later. • When a message is sent successfully, it will be saved in the sentbox.
4 5 6 When you are finished, select Save. → Settings In Idle mode, select Messages → → Multimedia messages → Multimedia message profiles. Select a connection profile → Set. ›› Send a multimedia message 1 2 3 In Idle mode, select Messages → Compose. Select Contacts. You can enter a number or email address manually or select one from recent recipients or contact group by selecting another option. Select the check boxes next to contacts and select Add.
1 2 In Idle mode, select Messages and select a contact. By default, your messages are grouped by contact as a message conversation. To change the view mode, → Folder view. select • To view messages in the spambox, select Select a text or multimedia message. ›› Listen to voice mail messages From the message list, use the following options: • To view the messages on the conversation view, select → Conversation view. → Delete.
›› Use message templates Learn to create and use text and multimedia templates to quickly and easily create new messages. Create a text template 1 2 3 In Idle mode, select Messages. Select → My folders → Templates → Create. Enter your text and select Save. You can now insert a text template in the text field while creating a text, multimedia, or email message by using the inserting option. Create a multimedia template 1 2 In Idle mode, select Messages. Select → My folders → MMS cards → Create.
Email Learn to create and send email messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or received. ›› Set up an email account and profile In addition to the email account predefined by your service provider, you can add your personal email accounts. Also, you can add your own connection profile for using email services. Set up an email account 1 In Menu mode, select Email → Others. To set up an account for a specific email service, select the service name.
›› Send an email message Option Function Incoming server type POP3 server/ IMAP4 server POP3 port/ IMAP4 port Secure connection Select the type of the incoming server (POP3 or IMAP4). Enter the address of the incoming server. Enter the port number of the incoming server. Select a security protocol for the incoming server. Select an email profile 1 2 In Menu mode, select Email → Email profiles. Select a profile → Set. → Settings → 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In Menu mode, select Email → an account → Compose.
›› View an email message 1 2 3 4 5 2 In Menu mode, select Email → an account. Scroll to the inbox. Select Select an email or a header. → Retrieve to ›› Synchronise emails with the Exchange server After configuring sync settings, you can synchronise your emails with the Exchange server. To configure the Exchange server, 1 → Settings → In Menu mode, select Email → Email accounts → New → Exchange ActiveSync. 50 Communication Option Email address → Download.
3 4 After customising the server setting, select the dot next to data types to synchronise. For synchronising emails and calendar events, you can set the sync interval. Select Done to confirm. To synchronise your emails, 1 2 In Menu mode, select Email → the Exchange server account. Select → Download. Social Hub Learn to access Social HubTM, the integrated communication application for email, messages, instant messages, contacts, or calendar information. Visit http://socialhub.samsungmobile.
Entertainment 2 Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. • The camera interface appears only in the landscape orientation. • The camera automatically turns off when you do not use it for a specified period. • The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditions. 3 Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos.
Number 1 Function Check the camera status and settings. • : Resolution • : Exposure metering • : Default storage location • : Number of photos you can take (according to available memory) 2 Switch to the camcorder. 3 Change the shooting mode. 4 Change the scene mode. 5 Change the camera settings. 6 Hide or display icons in the viewfinder. 7 Change the flash setting; You can manually turn the flash on or off or set the camera to automatically use the flash when needed.
• To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ›› Capture a photo by using preset • Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes. You can simply select the proper mode for your shooting condition and subjects. • • • them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). To exit the zoom mode, select Real size. To start a slideshow with photos and videos, select . Tap the screen to stop the slideshow. To view the photo details, select .
›› Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of their smiling faces. 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, press [ ] to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. → Smile shot. Select Make any necessary adjustments. Press [ ]. Aim the camera lens at your subject. Your device recognises people in an image and detects their smiles. When the subject smiles, the device automatically takes a photo.
6 7 8 9 Press [ ] to take the first photo. Slowly move the device in the direction you selected and align the green frame with the viewfinder. When you have aligned the green frame and viewfinder, the camera will automatically take the next photo. Repeat step 7 to complete the panoramic photo. Select to save the panoramic photo.
Before taking a photo, select following settings: Setting Guidelines Review GPS connection → to access the Function Display the guidelines on the preview screen. Set the camera to display the captured image. Set the camera to include location information for your photos. To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
1 Number 2 6 3 7 Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). 4 Change the camcorder settings. 8 5 Hide or display icons in the viewfinder. 3 4 5 Number 1 2 Function Check the camcorder status and settings. • : Resolution • : Default storage location • : Length of video that can be recorded (according to available memory) Switch to the camera.
5 6 7 Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. Press [ ] to start recording. Select or press [ ] to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed. After recording videos, select videos. to view the recorded • To view more videos, scroll left or right or tilt the device left or right.
Option Function Video player Effects Apply a special effect, such as sepia or black and white tones. Video quality Set the quality level for your videos. Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos. The video player supports the following file formats: mp4, 3gp. Adjust Adjust contrast, saturation, and sharpness. Before recording a video, select following settings: Setting Guidelines → to access the Function Display the guidelines on the preview screen.
1 Number 5 6 7 2 3 4 Number 1 2 Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Move to a point in the file by dragging or tapping the bar. 3 Scan backward in a file. 4 Change a ratio of the video screen. Function 5 Adjust the volume. 6 Pause playback; Select playback. 7 Scan forward in a file. During playback, select Options: to resume to access the following Option Function Brightness Adjust the brightness of the video.
Music Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with the music player. The music player supports the following file formats: mp3, aac, wma, 3gp, m4a. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. ›› Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. ► p.
1 2 5 6 3 4 Number 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 Function 1 the 5.1 channel surround sound Activate system when a headset is connected. 1 View the details of the music file. 1 Move to a point in the file by dragging or tapping the bar. Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Number 5 1 Function Activate Shuffle mode. 6 Change1 the repeat mode (off, repeating one file, or repeating all files). 7 Adjust the volume. 8 9 Pause playback; Select to resume playback.
›› Create a playlist 1 2 3 4 5 6 • This service is not available from some service Select Playlists → 2 Enter a title for your new playlist and select Done. Select the created playlist. Select Add. Select the files you want to include and select Add. During playback, select Add to quick list to store your favourite songs to the quick list. To view other songs on the list, select Go to quick list. ›› Find music information Learn to access an online music service to get information about a song.
›› Customise music player settings 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Music. Select → Settings. Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option Function Equaliser Select a default equaliser type. Effect Select a sound effect. Music menu Visualisation Select music categories to display on the music library screen. Select an animated visualisation to display during playback. FM radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio.
4 Control the FM radio with the following keys: 1 Number 6 4 7 2 3 4 5 5 8 4 6 3 7 8 Number 1 2 3 Function Set the FM radio to automatically retune frequencies for stations when the current signal is weak. Turn off the FM radio; Select to turn on the FM radio. Change the frequency by 0.1 MHz. 66 Entertainment Function Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Change the sound output (headset or device's speaker).
6 When you are finished recording, select Save. The recorded file will be saved in Sounds (in Menu mode, select My files → Sounds). → Go to To listen to a recorded file, select Sounds → a file. ›› Save radio stations automatically 1 2 3 4 Plug the supplied headset into the device. In Menu mode, select FM radio. Select → Scan. Select whether or not to update the favourites list. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically.
Option FM radio auto off Record location Default name of recording files Function Set the FM radio to automatically turn off after a specified length of time. Set a memory location for storing FM radio clips. Set a default prefix for FM radio clips. Games Learn to use games and applications powered by awardwinning Java technology. The download of Java games or applications may not be supported depending on the software of the device.
Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts stored on the device’s memory or a SIM or USIM card. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays, and more for your contacts. ›› Create a contact 1 2 3 In Idle mode, select Contacts → Create. Enter contact information. Select Done to add the contact to memory. You can also create a contact from the dialling screen.
Once you find a contact, you can: • • • • • • Call the contact by selecting a number or pressing [ ]. Make a video call by selecting . Send a text or multimedia message by selecting . Set the contact as your favourites by selecting . Edit the contact information by selecting Edit. Use additional features by selecting .
›› Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your device contacts. 1 2 → Get friends. In Idle mode, select Contacts → The accounts list you added will appear. Select an account. ›› Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. Start by creating a group.
Calendar Learn to create and manage daily or monthly events, and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. ›› Create an event 1 2 3 4 1 2 In Menu mode, select Calendar. 3 Select an event to view its details. • You can send the event to others by selecting → Send via → an option. • You can print the event via Bluetooth by selecting → Print via Bluetooth. • You can synchronise your calendar with an Exchange server after configuring sync settings. ► p. 50 In Menu mode, select Calendar.
›› Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the alarm will sound at the specified time. To stop the alarm, tap and hold Stop. Task Learn to create a virtual task list and set alarms to remind yourself of important tasks or set priority. ›› Create a task 1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select Task. Select Create. Enter the details of the task. Select Save. ›› View tasks 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Task. Select the tasks.
Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date. ›› Create a memo 1 2 3 4 5 In Menu mode, select Memo. Select Create. Enter your memo text and select Back to hide the text input panel. Select a colour to change a background colour. Select Save. 74 Personal information ›› View memos 1 2 In Menu mode, select Memo. Select a memo to view its details. • To view all details of memos from the memo list, select Maximise or . • To delete the memo, select .
4 Voice recorder Control playback with the following keys: 2 Learn to operate your device’s voice recorder. ›› Record a voice memo 1 2 3 4 5 In Menu mode, select Voice recorder. Select to start recording. Speak into the microphone. When you are finished, select or Save. To record more voice memos, repeat steps 2-4. ›› Play a voice memo 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Voice recorder. Select to access the voice memo list. Select a voice memo to play.
Web 1 Internet 2 3 Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. For details, contact your service provider. • The web browser menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider. • Available icons may vary depending on your region or service provider. ›› Set up an internet profile To access the network and connect to the internet, you must activate a connection profile.
2 Navigate web pages with the following keys: 1 5 Number 5 6 7 2 3 4 Number 1 2 1 6 7 8 8 Function Refresh the current web page. 1 End the internet connection. Open a web page in a new window or switch between the currently opened windows. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages, RSS feeds, and recent internet history. 1. These icons are shown when you tap the screen. Function While browsing the web page, use the following options: Bookmark the current web page.
• To use additional features, select and select one of the following options: -- Go to homepage: Go back to the homepage. -- Send URL via: Send the web address of the current web page to others. -- Search text: Search for information about a word. -- Filter images: Save or send images from websites. -- Internet settings: Customize the browser settings. ›› Bookmark your favourite web pages You can bookmark web pages you frequently visit for quick access.
›› Customise browser settings 1 2 In Menu mode, select Internet → settings. Option → Internet Adjust the following settings to customise your web browser: Option Homepage View mode Auto save password Internet profiles Function Enter the web address of the website to use as your homepage. Select the normal screen or full screen mode. Set to automatically save your password. Select a connection profile to use for web connections.
Option Preferences About Internet Auto delete browsing data Clear cache 80 Web Function Change display and sound settings for the web browser. You can also select a memory location for saving downloaded files. Access version and copyright information about the web browser. Set to automatically delete your ID and password or delete data stored while browsing, such as the history, cache, cookies, IDs, and passwords.
Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps. Explore amazing applications and make your mobile life even better. 1 2 In Menu mode, select Samsung Apps. Search for and download applications or widgets as desired. • To use Samsung Apps, your device must be connected to the internet using a cellular connection or Wi-Fi. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the internet and downloading applications.
Connectivity • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless 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. • Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device.
3 To allow other devices to locate your device, select → Settings → My phone's visibility → Always on → Save. If you selected Custom, enter duration that your device is visible and select Done. Once the Bluetooth wireless feature is active, select and use the following options: • To change your device's name, select Settings → My phone's name. • To set limits on browsing your files to others, select Settings → Secure mode.
Select a paired device and use the following options: • To browse files on the paired device, select Browse files. • To view the service list of the paired device, select Service list. • To change the paired device name, select Rename. • To allow the paired device to access and browse your files, select Authorise device. • To send your files to the paired device, select Send My files. • To end the connection and delete the paired device, select Delete.
›› Print data using the Bluetooth wireless 1 2 3 4 feature Select a file or item, such as a message, calendar event, task or image, from an appropriate application or My files. → Print via → Bluetooth, or select Select → Print via Bluetooth. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled printer. When connected to the printer, customise print options and print the data.
›› Activate the WLAN feature In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → Wi-Fi. You can also open the shortcuts panel and select Wi-Fi. An active WLAN running in the background will consume battery power. To preserve battery power, activate the WLAN only when needed. ›› Find and connect to a WLAN 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → Wi-Fi. The device will automatically search for available WLANs.
Option Function 3 Proxy address and port Enter the address and port number of the proxy server. View the Mac address of the WLAN AP. Mobile AP AP MAC 4 When you are finished, select Back. To delete all details of the connection profile, select Forget. ›› Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi 1 2 Learn about the Mobile AP feature, which sets your device as an wireless AP (Access Point) to connect to the internet on other network devices.
Option Password Hide my device Tethering 4 5 Function GPS View or edit the network key to prevent unauthorised access to the network. Block other devices from locating your device. Activate the tethering function to use your mobile device as a wireless modem for another device. Deactivate the tethering function to preserve battery power and allow only direct connections with other devices. Your device is equipped with a global positioning system (GPS) receiver.
›› Launch the Samsung mobile navigator Learn about the Samsung mobile navigator that gives you road guides and information about your location and trip distance. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. To use the Samsung mobile navigator, in Menu mode, select Navigation. For details, refer to the quick start guide of the Samsung mobile navigator. Visit http://www.66.com/samsung for details.
When you access an application using GPS, GPS data files are automatically downloaded. To avoid additional charges for unnecessary network connections, deactivate the feature. ›› Use the mobile networks for location 1 2 services In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → Location. Select Enable network position → Yes. PC connections Learn to connect your device to a PC with an optional PC data cable in various USB connection modes.
›› Synchronise with Windows Media 6 Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. 7 Player 1 2 3 4 5 In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → USB → Media player → Set. Press [ ] to return to Idle mode. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC with Windows Media Player installed. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC. Open Windows Media Player to synchronise music files.
5 6 Open the folder to view files. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. To disconnect the device from the PC, click the USB device icon on the Windows task bar and click the option to safely remove the mass storage device. Then remove the PC data cable from the PC. Otherwise, you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage the memory card. ›› Use your device as a wireless modem You can use your device as a modem for a PC to access the internet via your mobile network service.
Tools ›› Stop an alarm Clock • Tap and hold Stop to stop the alarm. • Tap and hold Snooze to silence the alarm for the snooze When the alarm sounds, Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and count-down timer. ›› Set a new alarm 1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select Clock → . Select Create. Set alarm details. When you are finished, select Save. → Auto power-up setting to turn Select on the auto power-up feature.
3 4 5 Enter the few letters of a city name. To select a city in the world map view, select Map view. Select or to zoom in or out. Select the city name you want. To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-4. ›› Use the stopwatch 1 2 3 4 5 In Menu mode, select Clock → . Select Start to begin the stopwatch. Select Lap to record lap times. When you are finished, select Stop. Select Reset to clear recorded times. ›› Use the count-down timer 1 2 In Menu mode, select Clock → .
My accounts 6 Learn to manage your web accounts to use online data sync or community services. You can create a new account and change the interval for automatic synchronisation. If you have created more than two accounts, you can change the order of accounts in the list. Select Account priority. ›› Create a web account ›› Delete or edit my accounts 1 2 3 4 5 When you are finished, select Set. Select Add account (if necessary). 1 2 Select a preset account.
My files • Some file formats are not supported depending Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored on the device or a memory card.
• In Themes, you can view themes you have downloaded or received from other sources. • In Others, you can view documents and data files including unsupported files. In a folder, select to use the following options: • To search for files stored on your device, select Search. • To copy or move the files to another file folder, select • • • • • • • Copy or Move. To delete files, select Delete. To change the name of a file, select Rename. To view files on the thumbnail view, select Thumbnail view.
3 4 Select a Bluetooth-enabled printer and pair with the printer. ► p. 85 Set print options and print the image. ›› Set an image as your wallpaper You can set your photos or images as a background image for the idle screen. 1 2 In Menu mode, select My files → Images → an image. Select ›› Edit an image Edit images and apply fun effects. Adjust an image 1 2 3 → Set as → Wallpaper → Set.
Apply effects to images 1 2 3 4 Select Effects → an effect option (filter, style, warp, or partial blur). Select a variation of the effect to apply and select Apply. To apply a blur effect to a specific area of an image, select Partial blur, move or resize the rectangle and select Apply. Save the edited image with a new file name. Transform an image 1 2 3 Open an image to edit. Open an image to edit. Select Transform → a transforming option. 4 Transform the image as you desired.
Smart search Learn to search for data stored on your device. 1 2 In Menu mode, select Smart search. 3 Select the data you want to access. Enter a keyword and select Search. To narrow the range of your search, select Change categories → a data type.
Settings • Wi-Fi: Activate the WLAN feature to connect to the internet or other network devices. ► p. 86 • Mobile AP: Activate the mobile AP feature to use your Access the Settings menu 1 In Menu mode, select Settings. 2 Select a setting category and select an option. 3 Customise the setting and select Back or Set. Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.
-- Network mode: Select a network band. -- Connections: Set up connection profiles to use for network features. -- Certificates: View certificates required for network services. • Data roaming: Set to use data services when you are roaming. • Use packet data: Set to allow packet switched data networks for network services. • Packet data counter: View the amount of data you have sent or received. • USB: Set a USB mode to be activated when you connect the device to a PC. ► p.
• System: Adjust the volume level for system sounds. General Tones Access and alter the following settings to control general settings for your device: Customise the sound options for the current profile. ► p. 102. Display and light Access and alter the following settings to control the display and usage of the light on your device: • Wallpaper: Select a background image for the idle screen. • Theme: Select a downloaded theme for the menu screen. • Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.
-- Overturning (Etiquette pause): Activate the etiquette pause feature that allows you to mute all device sounds by placing the device face down. • Licence: Customise the settings related with licence keys, such as tracking, alert for expiry, or downloading in foreign networks. • Events notifications: Activate or deactivate an alert for incoming email, text, multimedia or voice messages, and when transferring files. You can also set to display incoming message contents.
›› Call Customise the settings for calling features. • All calls: -- Show my number: Show your mobile phone number to recipients (You must insert the SIM or USIM card to use this feature). -- Auto reject: Specify a list of callers to automatically reject. -- Prefix dialling: Activate prefix dialling and set a prefix dialling number. -- Reject call with message: Select a message to be sent to a caller when you reject a call.
-- Call diverting: Divert incoming calls to another number. -- Call barring: Block incoming or outgoing calls. -- Auto redial: Set whether or not to automatically redial a call that was not connected. • Fake call: Customise the settings for fake calls. ► p. 40 ›› Messages Customise the settings for messaging features. • General settings: -- Keep a copy: Set whether or not to save a copy of messages. -- Delete by folder: Select a message folder to delete.
Request delivery report: Send a request for a delivery report along with your message to be informed when your messages are delivered. Request read report: Send a request for a read report along with your messages to be informed when your messages are read. Add my namecard: Set whether or not to add your namecard to your outgoing messages. -- Receiving options: Download Type: Set how to download new multimedia messages. Send delivery report: Set the network to inform you when your messages are delivered.
• Broadcast messages: -- Activation: Activate or deactivate the broadcast message feature. -- Receiving channels: Set whether to receive messages from all channels or my channels. -- My channels: Select your favourite channels. -- Language: Select the languages of broadcast messages. • Voice mail number: Enter the centre address for the voice mail. ›› Email • Email accounts: View, set up, or delete email accounts. • Sending options: -- Default account: Select a default email account.
Get read report: Send a read-reply request along with your messages to be informed when your messages are read. Get delivery report: Send a request for a delivery report along with your messages to be informed when your messages are delivered. Add my namecard: Set whether or not to add your namecard to your outgoing messages. Always Cc myself: Set whether or not to include your email address to all your outgoing messages. Add signature: Set whether or not to add your signature to your outgoing messages.
›› Contacts ›› Media player where to display contacts from. • Own numbers: Store and manage your own numbers. • Service numbers: Call your service provider to get the information you need. • Music player settings: Set the music player options. • Memory in use: Set where to save new contacts and ›› Calendar Customise the settings for the calendar. • Calendars: Select a default calendar. • Calendar sync: Synchronise a web calendar with your device's calendar.
›› Photo upload settings • Blog lists: Update the list of websites or blogs. • Upload details: View details of your last upload. • Photo upload profiles: Select a connection profile to • Phone lock: Activate or deactivate the device lock • use for uploading the photos. • Disclaimer: View the general disclaimer. ›› Social network profiles Select a connection profile to use for community websites. ›› Installation settings • • • Select the default memory location to install new applications.
Memory Reset Access and alter the following settings to control your device’s memory use: Reset various settings to the factory default values. Select which settings to reset. You must enter your device password to reset the settings. • Memory card details: When a memory card is inserted, access details about your memory card. You can also format the memory card or change the memory card’s name. Formatting a memory card will permanently erase all data from the card.
Overview of menu functions The following table shows available menus in Menu mode. The order of menus may differ depending on the software of the phone and you are able to change the order. Available menus may differ depending on your service provider or SIM card.
Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Password PIN Try this to solve the problem: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device. When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the PIN lock menu.
The touch screen responds slowly or improperly If your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly, try the following: • Remove any protective covers from the touch screen. • • • • Protective covers may prevent the device from recognising your inputs and are not recommended for touch screen devices. Ensure that your hands are clean and dry when tapping the touch screen. Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
Others cannot hear you speaking on a call • Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone. • Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth. • If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected. Audio quality is poor • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact's phone number. The device beeps and the battery icon flashes Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the device.
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 Samsung mobile device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application.
Error messages appear when opening music files • Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. • Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting files from your device.
Safety precautions Do not charge the battery with chargers that are not approved by the manufacturer To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before using your device. Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is increased.
Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage • • • • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures. Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the charging capacity and life of your device and batteries. Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage. Never use a damaged charger or battery.
• • Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations), near fuels or chemicals, and at blasting areas. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories. • • Turn off your device when in an aircraft Using your device in an aircraft is illegal. Your device may interfere with the electronic navigation instruments of the aircraft.
• • • Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident, or medical emergencies. Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives are in danger, call a local emergency number. Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance number when necessary.
• • Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields. Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time. Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high pressure containers • • The battery may leak. Your device may overheat and cause a fire.
• Hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, use special features that reduce the number of keys you have to press (such as templates and predictive text), and take frequent breaks. Protect your hearing • • • Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage. Exposure to loud sounds while driving may distract your attention and cause an accident.
Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Do not allow children to use your device Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your charges. Install mobile devices and equipment with caution • • Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle are securely mounted. Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag deployment area.
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