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-S8500 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. • Please read this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and correct use. • The descriptions in this manual are based on the default settings of your device.
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Contents Assembling .............................................. 9 Unpack ................................................................... 9 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ....... 9 Charge the battery ............................................ 11 Insert a memory card (optional) .................... 13 Getting started . .................................... 16 Turn your device on and off ............................ 16 Get to know your device ..................................
Email ..................................................................... 47 IM ........................................................................... 50 Social Hub . .......................................................... 51 Entertainment ....................................... 52 Camera ................................................................. 52 Video player ........................................................ 62 Media browser ...................................................
Connectivity .......................................... 86 Bluetooth . ........................................................... 86 Wi-Fi ...................................................................... 90 AllShare ............................................................... 92 Mobile AP ............................................................ 94 GPS ........................................................................ 95 TV connections (TV out mode) ......................
Applications ..................................................... Security ............................................................. Memory . ........................................................... Reset .................................................................. About phone ................................................... SIM applications ............................................. 116 122 123 123 123 124 Overview of menu functions ............ 125 Troubleshooting ...................
Assembling Unpack Check your product box for the following items: • • • • Mobile device Battery Travel adapter (charger) 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. • The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider. • You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, 1 2 If the device is on, press and hold [ to turn it off. 3 Insert the SIM or USIM card. ] and select Yes Remove the back cover. • Place the SIM or USIM card into the device with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. • If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. 10 Assembling only use your device’s non-network services and some menus.
4 Insert the battery. 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. 5 Replace the back cover. 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.
›› Charge with the travel adapter 1 2 Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of the device. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack. 3 12 Assembling Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet. • You can use the device while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.
4 When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet. Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter. Doing this may cause damage to the device. ›› Charge with the PC data cable Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on. 1 2 3 Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of the device. Plug one end (micro USB) of the PC data cable into the multifunction jack.
• Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card. • Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the life span of memory cards. 1 2 3 Lift the memory card cover and insert a memory card. Remove the back cover and the battery. Unlock the memory card cover. Be careful not to damage your fingers when you open the memory card cover.
5 Lock the memory card cover. 6 Replace the battery and the back cover. 1 Ensure that the device is not currently using the memory card. ›› Remove the memory card 2 Open the memory card cover the same as you would when inserting the memory card. 3 Remove the memory card and close the memory card 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.
Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, 1 2 3 4 5 Press and hold [ ]. Enter your PIN and select Done (if necessary). Select a language you want and select Next. Select your home time zone and select Next. Set the time and date and select Save. 16 Getting started To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and select Yes.
Get to know your device ›› Device layout Earpiece Multifunction jack Front camera lens (for video calls) Proximity sensor Volume key Rear camera lens Flashbulb Dial key Power/End key Headset/ TV-out cable jack Lock key Touch screen Menu key Speaker Back cover Camera key Back cover lock Internal antenna Mouthpiece Getting started 17
›› Keys Key Key Function Dial Menu Power/ End Volume 18 Getting started 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). Turn the device on or off (press and hold); End a call; In Menu mode, return to Idle mode. Adjust the device’s volume.
›› Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.
Icon Definition Use the touch screen Normal profile activated Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. Silent profile activated Current time • To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use Battery power level • Do not allow the touch screen to come into ›› Shortcuts panel In Idle mode or while using an application, select the indicator icons area to open the shortcuts panel. sharp tools.
• For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device. • Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body. For best performance, tap the touch screen with your fingertip. The touch screen will not react to touches of sharp tools, such as a stylus or pen. Control your touch screen with the following actions: • Tap: Tap once with your finger to select or launch a menu, option, or application.
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys Access menus To access your device’s menus, You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations. 1 To lock, press the Lock key. To unlock, press and hold the Lock key. Alternatively, press the Lock key and flick the grey window with your finger. 2 You can also set the device to automatically lock the touch screen and keys when you do not use the device for a specified period.
• 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 the Menu and Lock keys simultaneously. The image will be saved in My files → Images.
›› Add new main menu screens 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, press the Menu key to access Menu mode. Select Edit at the top left of the screen. Rotate the device to landscape view. Select to add a new main menu screen. You can add up to 10 screens. Select to remove the screen from the main menu. Rotate the device clockwise to portrait view. Select Done at the top left of the screen.
2 Control active applications as follows: • To switch between applications, select one from the icons of active applications. • To close an application, select . • To close all active applications, select End all applications. ›› Open the widget toolbar To open the widget toolbar and access widgets, 1 2 Use widgets 3 Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your idle screen. 4 5 • Some of your widgets connect to web services.
You can organise each panel of the idle screen with your favourite widgets. Scroll left or right to a panel and then position widgets anywhere on the screen. To move a widget on the idle screen, tap and hold the widget until the yellow frame appears, and then position it anywhere on the screen. ›› Manage web-based widgets Customise your device Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences.
›› Set the current time and date 1 2 3 Select the time zone option and a time zone. 4 Select Back. In Menu mode, select Settings → Date and time. Enter the current time and date, and set the time and date format. ›› Adjust the volume of the key tones 1 2 In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down. Adjust the key tone volume by pressing the Volume key or dragging the slider.
Available sound options vary depending on the selected profile. 4 Select Set. To switch to another profile, select the check box next to the profile and then Set. ›› Select a wallpaper for the idle screen 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and light → Wallpaper. Select an image. To select an image from the image folder, select the folder. Select Set. Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device.
›› Lock your device ›› Lock your SIM or USIM card 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 You can lock your device by activating the device password. In Menu mode, select Settings → Security. Select Phone lock. Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and select Done. Enter the new password again and select Done. The first time you access a menu that requires a password, you will be prompted to create and confirm a password. Once the device lock is enabled, you must enter the password each time you turn on the device.
›› Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your device, the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 In Menu mode, select Settings → Security. You can also control the lost device via the web. Visit http://www.samsungdive.com to see the detailed information for this feature. Enter text Select Mobile tracker.
Number Function 1 Enter phrases. 2 Switch to Number/Symbol mode. 3 Insert a space; Show frequently used symbols (tap and hold). 4 Clear your input. 5 Start a new line. 6 Change the input language; Access the keyboard settings (tap and hold). You can add more input languages. In Menu mode, select Settings → General → Keyboard language → a language → Set. To change the text input method, tap and hold select Keyboard type → a text input method.
When entering text, rotate the device to display the Qwerty keyboard on the wider screen. Select the virtual keys as necessary to enter your text. When entering text with the Qwerty keyboard, tap and hold and select Predictive text. Enter the first two letters of a word and then the alternate word list appears. Select and an alternate word from the list that appears. This is available only in the English mode.
Mode ABC T9 (Predictive text) Function Select an appropriate virtual key until the character you want appears on the display. 1. In ABC mode, tap and hold and select Predictive text. 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.
Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. 1 2 3 Tap and hold the text input field until 4 Select Copy or Cut to copy and paste, or cut and paste the text onto the clipboard. 5 6 appears. Select Select from the option list. Drag your finger across the text and stop at highlight starting point. You can also tap the word you want to highlight twice. In another application, tap and hold the text input field.
Communication Calling When you hold the device near your face during a voice call, your device automatically locks the touch screen to prevent accidental input. 3 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 You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end or reject calls. Answer a call 1 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. Call an international number 1 2 In Idle mode, select Keypad and tap and hold 0 to insert the + character. Enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code and phone number), and then press [ ] to dial the number.
• To activate the speakerphone feature, select Speaker. You can activate the speakerphone feature with motion. In Menu mode, select Settings → General → Gestures → Putting down (Speaker call). Then, during a call, place your device on a table or a flat surface. In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature. For better audio performance, use the normal device mode.
›› Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress: • To hide your image from the other party, select Hide me. • To select an alternative image to be shown to the other party, select Outgoing image. • To capture the other party’s image, tap and hold the video image of other party and select Capture image. • To record a video call, tap and hold the video image of other party and select Record video call.
›› Use additional features Make a fake call Set auto rejection To activate the hot key to make fake calls, in Menu mode, select Settings → Applications → Call → Fake call → Fake call hot key. You can use various other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring. Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically.
3 4 Select 6 5 When you are finished, select Save. You can listen to the recorded file by selecting Play recorded voice. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. During recording, select to pause and select resume. to You can also make fake calls appear more realistic by showing a caller ID image and caller's name or number. 1 2 3 4 5 In Menu mode, select Settings → Applications → Call → Fake call. Select Name or Number. Enter a name or number. Select Fake caller image.
1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select Settings → Applications → Call → Voice call or Video call → Call diverting. Select a condition. Set call waiting Select Activate. Your setting will be sent to the network. You can check the current status by selecting Check status. 1 Call barring is a network feature to restrict certain types of calling or to prevent others from making calls with your device. 2 Select Activate. Enter a call barring password and select Done. 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. ›› View call and message logs You can view logs of your calls and messages filtered by their types. 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Logs. Scroll left or right to select a log type at the top of the screen. From the call and message logs, you can make a call or send a message directly to a contact by quickly flicking the contact to the left or right. Select a log to view its details.
Option Function Call costs View cost records for your calls, such as the cost of the last call and the total cost of all calls. You can also set the currency and price per unit, or cost limit to restrict calls according to your calling plan; The cost counter may be unavailable depending on your SIM or USIM card. You can reset the records in the log manager. From each screen, select Reset.
›› Set up an MMS profile To send and receive multimedia messages, you must activate a connection profile for connecting to the MMS server. In addition to profiles that are preset by your service provider, you can add your own connection profile. 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → Network → Connections → Yes. Select Create. Customise the parameters for the connection profile. Option Function Set name Enter the name for the profile. Access name Enter the access point name.
›› Send a multimedia message 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, select Messages → Compose. Select Contacts. You can enter a number or email address manually or select one from the call log or groups by selecting another option. Select the check boxes next to contacts and select Add. When you enter an email address, the device will ask if you want to send a multimedia message. Select OK to confirm.
From the message list, use the following options: • To view the messages on the conversation view, select → Conversation view. → Delete. • To delete the messages, select → Search. • To search a message you want, select • To move the message to a created folder, select • • • If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls.
3 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 3 4 In Idle mode, select Messages. Select → My folders → MMS cards → Create. Create a multimedia message, with a subject and desired attachments, to use as your template. ► p. 45 Select Save. You can now use a multimedia template to create a new multimedia message.
Set up an email account 1 2 Option In Menu mode, select Email → Others. To set up an account for a specific email service, select the service name. SMTP port Secure connection Incoming server type Customise the settings for the account by following the screens: Option Account name Email address User name Password SMTP server 48 Communication Function Enter a name for the account. This option is available only when setting up a new email account.
›› Send an email message 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In Menu mode, select Email → an account → Compose. You can select Accounts to view other accounts. Select Contacts. You can enter an email address manually or select one from the call log or groups by selecting another option. Select the Cc/Bcc field to add more recipients. Select the subject field to enter a subject. Select the text input field to enter your email text. → Attach items and attach a file.
Option Email address User name Password Domain Server URL Use SSL 3 Function Enter your email address for the Exchange server. Enter your user name for the Exchange server. Enter your password for the Exchange server. Enter the domain of your email address. Enter the URL of the Exchange server. Set to use the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) protocol to increase security. After customising the server setting, select the dot next to data types to synchronise.
Social Hub Learn to access Social Hub™, the integrated communication application for email, messages, instant messages, contacts or calendar information. Visit http://socialhub.samsungmobile.com for more details. 1 2 In Menu mode, select Social Hub. Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub.
Entertainment 2 Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. • The camera interface appears only in the landscape orientation. • Tap the screen to hide or display icons in the viewfinder. • 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 • : 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 Change the flash setting; You can manually turn the flash on or off or set the camera to automatically use the flash when needed.
After taking photos, select to view the captured photos. • To view more photos, scroll left or right or tilt the device • • • • • • • left or right. To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). To exit the zoom mode, select Real size. To set the photo as your favourites, select . To start a slideshow with photos and videos, select . Tap the screen to stop the slideshow. To view the photo details, select .
For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure. When you take photos of people with the light source behind them, select the against light mode, which reduces the contrast between light and dark areas. 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select → a scene → . Make any necessary adjustments. Press the Camera key to take a photo.
›› Capture a series of photos ›› Capture a panoramic photo 1 1 You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects. This is useful when you are photographing children at play or a sporting event. 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select → Continuous. Make any necessary adjustments. Press and hold the Camera key. The camera will continue to take photos until you release the Camera key.
8 9 Repeat step 7 to complete the panoramic photo. Select to save the panoramic photo. ›› Capture a vintage photo You can take photos with a vintage look and feel by applying colour filters. 1 2 3 4 5 6 ›› Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select following options: Option Outdoor visibility In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. Timer Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Resolution Select → Vintage. Select → a colour tone.
Option Anti-Shake Auto contrast Blink detection Function Setting Reduce blur caused by the device's vibration or movement. Automatically adjust contrast between your subject and background. Set the camera to alert you when people close their eyes. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos. Adjust Adjust contrast, saturation, and sharpness.
Setting Function Storage Select a memory location for storing captured photos. Reset settings Reset menus and shooting options. ›› Capture a video 1 2 3 In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select 4 Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. 1 2 5 3 6 4 Number to switch to the camcorder. 1 2 7 Function Check the camcorder status and settings.
Number The camera may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed. 3 Change the recording mode (for attaching to a multimedia message or for saving normally). After capturing videos, select videos. 4 Change the camcorder settings. • To view more videos, scroll left or right or tilt the device 5 6 7 5 6 7 Function 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 use additional features, select and select one of the following options: -- Send via: Send the video to others via multimedia message, email, or the Bluetooth wireless feature. You can also send the video to a DLNA-enabled device using AllShare. (► p.92) -- Upload: Post the video to a community website or blog. -- Edit tag: Add or edit a tag to categorise the video. -- Edit: Edit the video. (► p.108) ›› Capture a video in slow motion 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, press the Camera key to turn on the camera.
Option Function Video player Adjust Adjust contrast, saturation, and sharpness. Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos. The video player supports the following file formats: mp4, 3gp, wmv, asf, avi, mkv, and divx. Before capturing a video, select following settings: Setting Guidelines → to access the Function Display the guidelines on the preview screen. Audio recording Turn the audio on or off. Storage Select a memory location for storing captured videos.
3 Control playback with the following keys: 1 Number 1 2 2 5 3 4 6 Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Number Function 3 Scan backwards in a file. 4 Change a ratio of the video screen. 5 Pause playback; Select playback. 6 Scan forwards in a file.
Option Function Media browser Repeat on Repeat video playback. Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device's memory and memory card. Send via Upload to web Details Send the video to others via multimedia message, email, or the Bluetooth wireless feature. You can also send the video to a DLNAenabled device using AllShare. Post the video to a community website or blog. View the details of the video. ›› View a photo 1 2 In Menu mode, select Media brwsr.
• To start a slideshow with photos and videos, select 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, 3ga, and m4a. • • • . Tap the screen to stop the slideshow. To view the photo details, select . To register faces of the photo to data base, select . To sort photos by the face, select Media brwsr → View by → Person → a face. To delete the photo, select Delete → Yes. → Send via.
›› Play music Number After transferring music files to your device or memory card, 1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select Music. Scroll left or right to a music category. Select a music file. Control playback with the following keys: 1 2 5 6 1 2 1 View the details of the music file. 3 1 Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Skip backwards; Scan backwards in a file (tap and hold). 5 1 Activate Shuffle mode. 6 1 4 7 3 4 66 Entertainment 8 7 8 Function Activate the 5.
• SRS CS Headphone™ delivers a 5.1 surround sound experience over standard headphones or earbuds when listening to multichannel content, such as DVD movies. • WOW HD™ significantly improves the playback quality of audio, delivering a dynamic 3D entertainment experience with deep, rich bass and high frequency clarity for crisp detail. ›› Access the album list 1 2 3 During playback, rotate the device to landscape view. The display switches to album view.
›› Add a song to the quick list 1 2 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. ›› Customise music player settings 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Music. Select Function Visualisation Select an animated visualisation to display during playback. ›› Find information of music Learn to access an online music service to get information about a song.
›› Add a song to the wish list 1 2 3 Select Yes to start automatic tuning. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. The first time you turn on the FM radio, you will be prompted to start automatic tuning. 4 Control the FM radio with the following keys: From the list of music recognition results or similar music files, select an album image → Add to wish list to store the music file to the wish list. To view other songs on the wish list, select Music → → Wish list.
Number 1 2 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. 3 Change the frequency by 0.1 MHz. 4 Search for an available radio station. 5 6 Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Change the sound output (headset or device's speaker). ›› Record a song from the FM radio 1 2 3 4 5 6 Plug the supplied headset into the device. In Menu mode, select FM radio.
3 4 Select → Scan. Select Yes to confirm (if necessary). The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. 3 Option Alternative frequency ›› Add a radio station to the favourites list 1 2 3 4 5 Plug the supplied headset into the device. to turn on the FM radio. Record location Default name of recording files Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list. ›› Customise FM radio settings 1 2 FM radio auto off In Menu mode, select FM radio.
Games and more 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. ›› Download games and applications 1 2 In Menu mode, select Games and more → Samsung Apps. Your device connects to the website preset by your service provider. Search for a game or application and download it to 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. You can also create a contact from the dialling screen. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, select Keypad and enter a phone number. Select Add to Contacts → Create contact.
Once you find a contact, you can: • • • • Send a text or multimedia message by selecting Make a video call by selecting . Make a voice call by pressing [ ]. Edit the contact information by selecting Edit. . ›› Set a favourite number 1 2 In Idle mode, select Contacts → Favourites → Add. Select the check box next to the contact and Add. The contact is saved to the favourite number list. To add the number to your list of favourites, select a contact from Contacts and then select next to the contact name.
1 2 → Get In Idle mode, select Contacts → friends. 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. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, select Contacts → Groups → Create. Select a memory location to save a group. Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group. ›› Copy contacts 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, select Contacts → contacts.
›› Create an event 1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select Calendar. Select Create. 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. 49 Enter the details of the event as required. Select Save.
›› 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 Cancel. Select a colour to change a background colour. Select Save. 78 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. You can send the memo to others by selecting Send via → an option.
›› Record a voice memo 1 2 3 4 5 Select Control playback with the following keys: 2 to start recording. Speak into the microphone. When you are finished, select or Save. Your memo is saved automatically. 1 To record more voice memos, repeat steps 2-4. ›› Play a voice memo 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Voice rec. In Menu mode, select Voice rec. In a playlist, select a voice memo to play. Number 1 2 Function Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Pause playback; Select to resume playback.
Web Internet 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.
›› Browse web pages 1 2 Number Function In Menu mode, select Internet to launch a specified homepage. To access a specific web page, select the URL input field, enter the web address (URL) of the web page, and select Go. 1 3 Move backward or forward to web pages in history. Navigate web pages with the following keys: 4 Access a list of web browser options. 1 5 2 5 6 7 8 9 Set the brightness of the screen. Refresh the current web page. 6 1 Change the view mode.
While browsing the web page, use the following options: • To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). • To zoom in or out, tap the screen twice. • To translate a word, tap and hold the word you want to translate and select Translate. → • To save or send images from websites, select Filter images. Image on websites can be saved to your device or sent to others.
Option Function Internet profiles Cookie options Select a connection profile to use for web connections. RSS update Set whether or not to save cookies. Set the web browser to automatically update subscribed RSS feeds at regular intervals. Activating the auto update feature increases the amount of data downloaded and may incur additional charges. Server certificates View the details of certificates. Preferences Change display and sound settings for the web browser.
›› Use the RSS reader Samsung Apps Add an RSS feed address Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of useful applications to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, widgets, health related applications and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice in mobile experience. Learn to use the RSS reader to receive the latest news and information from your favourite websites. 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Internet → → RSS feeds.
• 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. If the widget toolbar is full, downloaded widgets will not be automatically added to the widget toolbar. You must remove some widgets from the toolbar and add the new widgets manually. For details, please visit www.samsungapps.com. Or, refer to the Samsung Apps leaflet.
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.
Once the device is paired with another Bluetooth-enabled device, the device icon will turn green. 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.
Received data is saved to an appropriate application or folder according to its type. For example, a music or sound clip is saved to the sound folder and a contact to the phonebook. ›› Print data using the Bluetooth wireless 1 2 3 4 feature Select a file or item, such as a message, calendar event, tasks or image, from an appropriate application or My files. Select → Print via → Bluetooth, or select → Print via Bluetooth. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled printer.
Wi-Fi Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standards. You can connect to the internet or other network devices anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available. Your device uses non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors, but cannot be operated outdoors in France.
3 Customise the connection profile of the selected WLAN: Option Function Name View the name of the profile. Security type IP address IP address type Customise IP and DNS addresses. Proxy address and port Enter the address and port number of the proxy server. View the Mac address of the WLAN AP. AP MAC 4 View the security type of the WLAN AP. View your IP address of the WLAN AP. ›› Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi 1 2 3 Protected Setup (WPS) In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → Wi-Fi.
AllShare ›› Customise DLNA settings for sharing Learn to use the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) service that enables you to share media files between DLNA-enabled devices in your home over a WLAN. To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device, you must activate media sharing. media files 1 2 You must first activate the WLAN feature and add a WLAN profile. ► p. 90 92 Connectivity In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → AllShare → Settings.
3 Option Function 5 Access point network Default memory Select a connection profile to use for DLNA connections. Select the default memory location for saving downloaded media files. ›› Play others' files on your device When you are finished, select Save. 1 ›› Play your files on another DLNA- 2 1 In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → AllShare. 3 Select next to Play file from my phone on another player. 4 5 2 3 4 enabled device Select a media category → a file.
›› Play files of one device on the other Mobile AP 1 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. 2 3 4 5 6 device In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → AllShare. Select next to Play file from server on another player via my phone. Your device automatically searches for DLNA-enabled devices. Select a device as the media server—the one that contains media files.
4 5 Option Function GPS Tethering 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. Learn to use navigation and positioning services with GPS. When you are finished, select Back.
• If your device is non-navigation package, you can use one-month free trial of the Samsung mobile navigator. • If your device is non-navigation package, the quick start guide of the Samsung mobile navigator is not provided. ›› View your location Learn to determine the latitude, longitude, and altitude of your current position using the GPS. 1 2 3 In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → Location. Select the dot next to Enable location services. Select My position to view your location.
2 Select a video encoding system according to your region. Option PAL NTSC 3 4 5 Region Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, England, Finland, Germany, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand Canada, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Taiwan, USA Select Set. Ensure that the TV is on and connect your device to the TV with a TV out cable. Match the colours at the ends of the TV out cable with those on the TV's A/V ports.
›› Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsungmobile.com). 1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → USB → Samsung Kies → Set. Press [ 1 2 3 ] to return to Idle mode. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. 4 Run Samsung Kies and use wireless connections or copy data and files. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.
›› Connect as a mass storage device 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. You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory.
Tools → Auto power-up setting to turn Select on the auto power-up feature. The auto power-up feature sets the device to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time when the device is turned off. Clock 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 5 In Menu mode, select Clock → . Select Create. Set alarm details.
›› Create a world clock 1 2 3 4 5 In Menu mode, select Clock → ›› Use the stopwatch . Select Add. Enter the few letters of a city name. To select a city in the world map view, select Map view. Select the city name you want. To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-4. To apply the summer time to the world clock, select → DST settings. 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.
Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. 1 2 In Menu mode, select Calculator. 3 Rotate the device to landscape view to use the scientific calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Mini diary Use Mini diary to keep a photo diary. ›› Create a Mini diary 1 2 3 4 5 6 Select Create to create a new diary.
My accounts 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. ›› Delete or edit my accounts 1 2 ›› Create a web account 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Menu mode, select My accounts. Select Add account (if necessary). Select a preset account. Enter your account information and select Next. Enter the account details. ► “Set up an email account” (p. 48) When you are finished, select Set.
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 save photos or ringtones for your display. • 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 the file, select Delete. • To change the name of a file, select Rename. • To view the files on the thumbnail view, select Thumbnail view.
Print an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select My files → Images → an image. Select → Print via → Bluetooth. Select a Bluetooth-enabled printer and pair with the printer. ► p. 89 Set print options and print the image. ›› Set an image as your wallpaper or caller ID You can set your photos or images as a background image for the idle screen or as a caller ID. 1 2 In Menu mode, select My files → Images → an image. Select 106 Tools → Set as → an option.
4 5 6 7 8 Select Adjust → an adjustment option (brightness and contrast or colour). To adjust the image automatically, select Auto level. Adjust the image as desired and select Apply. When you are finished, select Save. Select a memory location (if necessary). 4 Transform an image 1 2 3 Enter a new file name for the image and select Done. Apply effects to images 1 2 3 Open an image to edit. Select Effects → an effect option (filter, style, warp, or partial blur).
Insert a visual feature 1 2 3 4 5 Open an image to edit. Video editor interface appears only in the landscape orientation. Select Enter text and select Done or select a visual feature. 4 5 Move or resize the visual feature or text and select Apply. 6 To add more images or videos, select → Add scene and repeat step 5. To select the duration that an image displays, select the image → Duration. → Delete.
9 Move or resize the added text and select Done. To change the text attribute or colour, select → Edit text. Trim a segment of a video 11 Select 1 2 3 4 12 Select 5 10 Select Tap here to add background music → a sound category → a sound → Add. to add a transition effect between images or videos. → Settings to change the video resolution, a memory location to save a new video, and the default video volume. 13 When you are finished, select Make movie.
Split a video 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Import a video. Select a video → Split. Select to start playback. Move to the point where you want to divide the file into two clips. Select Done. Insert a transition effect between the clips. Save the edited video with a new file name. Apply an effect to a video 1 2 3 4 Import a video. Select a video → Effects. Select an effect option → Done. Save the edited video with a new file name. 110 Tools Add caption to a video 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Import a video.
Smart search Learn to search for data stored on your device or on the web. ›› Search for files or data in the device 1 2 3 Select the text input field. 4 Select the data you want to access. In Menu mode, select Smart search → Phone. Enter a keyword and tap results. to update the search ›› Search on the web 1 2 3 4 In Menu mode, select Smart search → Internet. Select the text input field. Enter a keyword. Tap or select the web page you want to access.
Settings • Wi-Fi: Activate the WLAN feature to connect to the internet or other network devices. ► p. 90 • 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: Access or alter the following settings to control • • • • • how your device selects and connects to networks. -- Select network: Set the network selection method to automatic or manual. -- 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.
-- Alert tone: Select a ringtone to use if you set the device to alert you to incoming messages by playing a melody. -- Using the slider at the bottom, adjust the volume level for the message ringtone. • System: Adjust the volume level for system sounds. 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 file for the idle screen.
-- Overturning (Etiquette pause): Activate the etiquette pause feature that allows you to mute all device sounds by placing the device face down. -- Putting down (Speaker call): Activate the motion speakerphone feature that allows you to activate the speaker by placing the device on a flat surface during a call. • Touch: Adjust vibration feedback, auto-lock, and backlight settings (activated by tapping the screen). -- Vibration feedback: Adjust the intensity of the vibration.
Menu and widgets • Adaptive menu order: Set the icons on the main menu screen to change locations automatically. • Widget: -- Widget profiles: Select a connection profile to use for widgets. -- Downloaded widgets: View the list of the downloaded widgets. -- Disclaimer: View the widget disclaimer.
• Voice call: -- Call diverting: Divert incoming calls to another number. -- Call barring: Block incoming or outgoing calls. -- Call waiting: Specify options for handling an incoming call when you are already on a call. -- Auto redial: Set whether or not to automatically redial a call that was not connected. • Video call: -- Preset image: Select an image to be shown to the other party. -- Own video in received call: Set whether to show your live image or preset image to the other party.
-- Alert tone: Set how often the device will alert you of new messages. • Text messages: -- Character support: Select a character encoding type. Using Unicode encoding will reduce the maximum number of characters in a message to about half. -- Reply path: Allow recipients to reply to you through your text message server. -- Request delivery report: Set the network to inform you when your messages are delivered. -- Service centre: Enter the centre address for the text messages.
Allow anonymous: Set whether or not to receive messages from unknown senders. Allow advertisement: Set whether or not to accept advertisement messages. -- Multimedia message profiles: Select a connection profile to use for sending or receiving messages. -- Message size: Select a maximum size allowed for messages. Available message size may vary depending on your region. -- Auto resize image: Set whether or not to resize an image to add to a multimedia message.
›› Email • Email accounts: View, set up, or delete email accounts. • Sending options: -- Default account: Select a default email account. This option appears only when you have two or more accounts. From: Enter your email address as the sender's address. Priority: Set the priority level of your messages. Keep a copy: Set whether or not to save a copy of sent messages in the server. Reply with body: Set whether or not to include an original message when you reply to a message.
• Email profiles: Select a connection profile to use for sending or receiving messages. ›› Contacts ›› Internet Select a connection profile to use for accessing the internet. ► p. 82 display contacts from where. ›› Media player information you need and display contacts from where. • Music player settings: Set the music player options. • Memory in use: Set where to save new contacts and • Own numbers: Store and manage your own numbers.
• Network profiles: Select a network connection profile preset by your service provider to use Samsung Apps or download applications from Samsung Apps. If a connection profile is not preset, contact your service provider for detailed settings. ›› Photo upload settings • Upload details: View details of your last upload. • Blog lists: Update the list of websites or blogs. • Photo upload profiles: Select a connection profile to use for uploading the photos.
• Change PIN: Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data. • Fixed dialling mode: Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to phone numbers in the FDN list. • Change PIN2: Change the PIN2, which is used to protect the primary PIN. Memory Access and alter the following settings to control your device’s memory use: • 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.
• Open source licences: Check the open source licences of downloaded programs. SIM applications Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. Depending on your SIM or USIM card, this menu may be available but labelled differently.
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 or USIM card.
Facebook ► 85 IM ► 50 FM radio ► 69 Twitter ► 85 My accounts ► 103 Voice recorder ► 78 YouTube ► 85 Mini diary ► 102 Video player ► 62 Media browser ► 64 Daily briefing ► 85 Games & more ► 72 Memo ► 78 Calculator ► 102 Asphalt5 Task ► 77 Navigation ► 96 1. Additional folders will be available if you insert a memory card. 2. Available or labelled differently depending on your SIM or USIM 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. Depending on the type of touch screen on your device, only certain inputs may be recognised. Try tapping an icon with your fingertip, your fingernail, or a stylus.
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 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: • Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting files from your device. • Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected. If the file is DRMprotected, ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file.
Safety and usage information This safety and usage information should be followed to safely use your device. Safety warnings Keep your device away from small children and pets Keep your device and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. 132 Safety and usage information Protect your hearing Excessive exposure to sound at high volumes can cause hearing damage.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. • Never dispose of batteries or devices in a fire. Follow all local regulations when disposing of used batteries or devices. • Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated.
Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hand and face. Bring the device to a Samsung Service Centre to replace the screen. Damage caused by careless handling will void your manufacturer’s warranty. Safety precautions Drive safely at all times Avoid using your device while driving and obey all regulations that restrict the use of mobile devices while driving. Use handsfree accessories to increase your safety when possible.
Protect the device, batteries and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0° C or above 45° C). • 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.
Important usage information Use your device in the normal position Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Allow only qualified personnel to service your device Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty. Ensure maximum battery and charger life • Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten battery life.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information Your device conforms to European Union (EU) standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio and telecommunications equipment. These standards prevent the sale of mobile devices that exceed a maximum exposure level (known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR) of 2.0 W/kg.
Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.