Samsung Electronics Co EKGC100A Cellular/ PCS UMTS Camera with WLAN and Bluetooth User Manual 1

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Cellular/ PCS UMTS Camera with WLAN and Bluetooth Users Manual 1

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Users Manual 1

www.samsung.comUser ManualEK-GC100
2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and features.•Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.•Descriptions in this manual are based on the device’s default settings.•Images and screenshots used in this manual may differ in appearance from the actual product.•Content in this manual may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the manual, refer to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com.•Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service provider.•Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by third-party applications.•Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.•Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device are licenced for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user.•You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider. This device is capable of operating in 802.11a/n mode. For 802.11a devices operating in the frequency range of 5.15 - 5.25 GHz, they are restricted for indoor operations to reduce any potential harmful interference for Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) in the US. WIFI Access Points that are capable of allowing your device to operate in 802.11a/n mode (5.15 - 5.25 GHz band) are optimized for indoor use only. If your WIFI network is capable of operating in this mode, please restrict your WIFI use indoors to not violate federal regulations to protect Mobile Satellite Services.
About this manual3Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipmentNote: notes, usage tips, or additional informationCopyrightCopyright © 2012 Samsung ElectronicsThis manual is protected under international copyright laws.No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™, Google Mail™, YouTube™, Google Play™ Store, and Google Talk™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.•Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.•Windows Media Player® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.•HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term “High Definition Multimedia Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.•Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.•All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
About this manual4DivX®, DivX Certified®, and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under licence.ABOUT DIVX VIDEODivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMANDThis DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on- Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 720p, including premium content.
5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery13 Charging the battery15 Inserting a memory card17 Turning the device on and off17 Holding the device18 Locking and unlocking the device18 Adjusting the volume18 Switching to silent modeBasics19 Indicator icons20 Using the touch screen22 Control motions24 Notifications25 Home screen27 Using applications27 Applications screen29 Entering text30 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network31 Setting up accounts32 Transferring files34 Securing the device35 Upgrading the deviceMedia36 Camera46 Gallery48 Photo Editor51 Video Player52 Video Maker54 Music Player55 YouTube56 InstagramCommunication57 Contacts60 Email61 Google Mail62 Talk63 ChatON64 Google+64 MessengerWeb & network65 Internet66 Chrome68 Bluetooth69 AllShare Play
Table of Contents6Settings86 About Settings86 Wi-Fi87 Bluetooth87 Share and transfer88 More settings89 Sound90 Display90 Lock screen91 More settings91 Data usage91 Storage92 Battery92 Applications manager92 Power92 Add account92 Cloud93 Accessibility93 Motion94 Voice95 Accessory96 More settingsTroubleshootingApplication & media stores70 Play Store71 Samsung Apps71 S Suggest72 Game Hub72 Play Books72 Play MoviesUtilities73 Memo74 S Planner76 Dropbox76 Clock78 Calculator79 Voice Recorder80 S Voice80 Google81 Voice Search81 Task manager82 My Files82 DownloadsTravel & local83 Maps84 Local85 Latitude85 Navigation
7Getting startedDevice layoutLens FlashZoom buttonShutter button AF-assist lightPower buttonFlash releaseGPS antennaMain antennaFlapTripod mountHDMI portSpeakerMicrophoneTouch screenHeadset jackMultipurpose jack
Getting started8The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the voice search or take videos.•Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.•Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.•Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.ButtonsButton FunctionPower•Press and hold to turn the device on or off.•Press and hold for 10-15 seconds to reset the device if it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.•Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock mode when the touch screen turns off.Menu•Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.Home•Press to return to the Home screen.•Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.Back•Tap to return to the previous screen.Shutter•On the Home screen, press and hold to turn the camera on.•In the camera application, press to take photos.
Getting started9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Battery•Quick start guideUse only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty.•The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider.•The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.•Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.•You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.•Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.•Refer to the Samsung website for information about accessories.
Getting started10Installing the SIM or USIM card and batteryInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery.Only microSIM cards work with the device.1 Slide the latch and open the flap.2 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card.
Getting started113 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.4 Insert the battery.5 Replace the flap and slide the latch.
Getting started12Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery1 Slide the latch and open the flap.2 Pull out the battery.3 Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and the pull it out.
Getting started13Charging the batteryCharge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.•When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low battery power message.•If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device.Charging with the chargerPlug the small end of the charger into the multipurpose jack of the device, and plug the large end of the charger into an electric socket.Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.•If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.•While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.•If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
Getting started14After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device.To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to the electric socket while charging.Checking the battery charge statusWhen you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current battery charge status:Charging Fully chargedReducing the battery consumptionYour device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:•When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.•Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.•Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.•Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.•Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.•Decrease the backlight time.•Decrease the brightness of the display.
Getting started15Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of XX GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.•The device supports only the FAT file system for memory cards. When inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory card.•Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.•When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory appears in the extSdCard.1 Slide the latch and open the flap.2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.3 Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.4 Replace the flap and slide the latch.
Getting started16Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card → OK.1 Slide the latch and open the flap.2 Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.3 Replace the flap and slide the latch.Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. This can result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device.Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card → Erase everything.Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
Getting started17Turning the device on and offWhen turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn the device on and off.•Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.•Press and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless features.To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Power off.Holding the deviceDo not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.
Getting started18Locking and unlocking the deviceWhen not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period.To unlock the device, press the Power button when the touch screen is turned off, and then tap anywhere on the screen and drag outside the large circle.You can use motion to unlock the screen. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Motion → OK.To unlock the screen, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then tilt the device forwards.Adjusting the volumePress the Zoom button left or right to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound volume when playing music or video.Switching to silent modeUse one of the following methods:•Press and hold the Power button, and then tap .•Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap Sound.Set the device to alert you to various events in silent mode. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Sound → Sound and vibration.
19BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.Icon MeaningNo signalSignal strengthRoaming (outside of normal service area)GPRS network connectedEDGE network connectedUMTS network connectedHSDPA network connectedWi-Fi connectedBluetooth feature activatedGPS activatedSynced with the webConnected to computerNo SIM or USIM cardAlarm activatedSilent mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power level
Basics20Using the touch screenUse only fingers to use the touch screen.•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.•Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.•To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp.•Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the device.Finger gesturesTappingTo open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
Basics21Double-tappingDouble-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.FlickingFlick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts.PinchingSpread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Basics22Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Motion, and then drag the switch to the right.Rotating the screenMany applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation.•Some applications do not allow screen rotation.•Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.
Basics23SweepingSweep a palm across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using the camera or playing a video.CoveringCover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Move it away from the screen to resume.
Basics24TiltingTap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out.NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is on the bottom of the screen.From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current status and use the following options:•Wi-Fi: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.•GPS: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.•Sound: Activate or deactivate silent mode. You can vibrate or mute your device in silent mode.•Screen rotation: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.•Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.•Mobile data: Activate or deactivate the data connection.•Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.•Driving mode: Activate or deactivate driving mode.•Sync: Activate or deactivate auto sync of applications.The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.
Basics25Home screenThe Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others.The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right.Rearranging itemsAdding an application iconOn the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel preview.Adding an itemCustomise the Home screen by adding shortcuts, widgets, or folders.On the Home screen, tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories:•Apps and widgets: Add widgets to the Home screen.•Folders: Create a new folder.•Page: Rearrange panels on the Home screen.Then, select an item and drag it to the Home screen.Moving an itemTap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.Removing an itemTap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the bottom of the Home screen. When the item turns red, release it.
Basics26Rearranging panelsAdding a new panelTap → Edit page, and then tap .Moving a panelTap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.Removing a panelTap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the bottom of the screen.Setting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Wallpaper → Home screen and select one of the following:•Gallery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the Internet.•Live wallpapers: See animated images.•Wallpapers: See wallpaper images.Then, select an image and tap Set wallpaper. Or, select an image, resize it by dragging the frame, and then tap Done.
Basics27Using applicationsThis device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to internet applications.Opening an applicationOn the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it.Opening from recently-used applicationsPress and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.Select an application icon to open.Closing an applicationClose applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.Press and hold the Home button, tap Task manager, and then tap End next to an application to close it. To close all running applications, tap End all.Applications screenThe Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications installed.On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Applications screen.To view other panels, scroll left or right.Rearranging applicationsTap → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
Basics28Organising with foldersPut related applications together in a folder for convenience.Tap → Edit, tap and hold an application, drag it to , and then enter a folder name. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap → Save to save the arrangement.Rearranging panelsPinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.Installing applicationsUse Play Store and Samsung Apps to download and install applications. (p.70, p.71)Uninstalling applications•Tap → Uninstall, and then select an application to uninstall it.•Tap → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the bottom of the screen.Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled.Sharing applicationsShare downloaded applications with other users via email, Bluetooth, or other methods.Tap → Share app, select applications, and then select a sharing method. The next steps vary depending on the method selected.
Basics29Entering textUse the Samsung keyboard or Google voice input to enter text.Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.Changing the keyboard typeOpen the notifications panel at the top of the screen, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use.Using the Samsung keyboardChanging the keyboard layoutTap → Portrait keypad types, and then tap Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.On the 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap repeatedly the key corresponding to the character.Enter a space.Enter uppercase.Enter numerals andpunctuation marks.Set options for theSamsung keyboard.Break to the next line.Delete a precedingcharacter.Typing uppercaseTap before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice.Changing language keyboardsSlide the space key left or right to change language keyboards.
Basics30Entering text by voiceWhen Google voice typing is activated, the voice recognition screen appears. Speak a text into the microphone. When you are done, tap to return to the text.To change the text, tap the underlined and select a word or phrase among the dropdowns.Copying and pastingTap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard.To paste it into a text entry field, place the cursor at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap → Paste.Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkConnect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p.86)Turning Wi-Fi on and offOpen the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off.•This device uses a 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.•Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.Joining Wi-Fi networksOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Wi-Fi, and then drag the switch to the right.Select a network from the list of detected Wi-Fi networks, enter a password if necessary, and then tap Connect. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. After the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will automatically connect to it any time it is available.
Basics31Adding Wi-Fi networksIf the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in Network SSID, select the security type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap Save.Forgetting Wi-Fi networksAny network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget.Setting up accountsGoogle applications, such as Google Mail or Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device.Adding accountsFollow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to set up a Google account.To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Add account → Google. After that, tap New to sign up, or tap Existing, and then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. More than one Google account can be used on the device.Set up a Samsung account as well.Removing accountsOn the Applications screen, tap Settings, select the account name to remove, select the account, and then tap Remove account.
Basics32Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are not supported depending on the version of the device’s software.•Music: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, 3ga, wma, ogg, oga, aac, and flac•Image: bmp, gif, jpg, and png•Video: 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, and mkv•Document: doc, docx, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, pdf, and txtConnecting with Samsung KiesSamsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts and calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website.1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer.2 Transfer files between your device and the computer. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.Connecting with Windows Media PlayerEnsure that Windows Media Player is installed on your computer.1 Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable.2 Open Windows Media Player and synchronise music files.
Basics33Connect as a media deviceConnect the device to a computer and access media files stored on your device.1 Connect the device to a computer using the USB cable.2 Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP).3 Transfer files between your device and the computer.Connect as a camera deviceConnect the device to a computer as a camera and access files in your device.Use this USB connection mode when your computer does not support the media transfer protocol (MTP) or does not have the USB driver for your device installed.1 Connect the device to a computer using the USB cable.2 Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Camera (PTP).3 Transfer files between your device and the computer.
Basics34Securing the devicePrevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features.Setting a patternOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern.Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.Setting a PINOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN.Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.Setting a passwordOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Password.Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it.
Basics35Unlocking the deviceTurn on the screen by pressing the Power button, and enter the unlock code.If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.Upgrading the deviceThe device can be upgraded to the latest software.This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Upgrading with Samsung KiesLaunch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on how to upgrade.Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.On the Applications screen, tap Settings → More settings → About device → Software update → Update.
36MediaCameraUse Camera to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the camera. (p.46)Tap Camera on the Applications screen.The camera automatically shuts off when unused.Camera etiquette•Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.•Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.•Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.Taking photos and videosTaking a photoTap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. Press the Shutter button to take the photo.Open Gallery to displayphotos and videos.Display current mode.Begin taking videos.Open the effects panel.Change the modes.Change the camerasettings.Return to theHome screen.
Media37Taking a videoTap to take a video. To stop recording, tap .Press the Shutter button to take photos while taking a video.•Manual focus is not available in video mode.•The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution.Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods:•Use the Zoom button to zoom in or out.•Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.•The zoom function may not be available when shooting at the highest resolution.•The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting a video.
Media38Learning iconsThe icons displayed on the shooting screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are the most common.Icon MeaningISO sensitivityExposure valueApertureShutter speedTimerFlashMacroMeteringRich ToneVoice controlCamera positionGeotaggingShare ShotLive View ShareBuddy Photo Share
Media39Changing Camera settingsTap to quickly change Camera settings. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary by mode.• : Activate or deactivate the flash.• : Use this to set delayed-time shots.• : Activate or deactivate the sharing options.• : Select a resolution for videos.• : Activate or deactivate the voice control to take photos.• : Configure Camera settings.ModesTap to change the modes from one of the following:•Auto: Use this to take photos with scene modes selected automatically by the camera. The camera determines the ideal mode for the photo.•Casual: Use this to take photos with low level of manual adjustment.–Panorama: Use this to take wide panoramic photos.Press the Shutter button to take a photo, and then move the camera in any direction. When the blue frame aligns with the preview screen, the camera automatically takes another shot in the panoramic sequence. To stop shooting, press the Shutter button again.–Best Photo: Use this to take multiple photos in a short time, and then choose the best photos among them.Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. When Gallery opens, tap and hold thumbnails of photos to save, and then tap Done.–Beauty Face: Use this to take photos with lightened faces for gentler images.
Media40–Best Group Pose: Use this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image.Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. When Gallery opens, tap the yellow frame on each face, and choose the best individual pose for the subject. After choosing a pose for each individual, tap Done to merge the images into a single photo, and save it.–Smart Night: Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash.Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. Photos are automatically merged into a single photo.•Smart Pro: Use this to take photos with high level of manual adjustment.–Macro: Use this to take photos of very close subjects.–Rich Tone: Use this to take photos with richer colours and contrasts.–Action Freeze: Use this to take photos of subject moving at high speed.–Waterfall Trace: Use this to take photos of waterfalls.–Light Trace: Use this to take photos of the light trailing in low-light conditions.–Beautiful Sunset: Use this to take photos of the sunset.–Blue Sky: Use this to take photos of blue skies with richer colours.–Natural Green: Use this to take photos of landscapes with richer colours.–Silhouette: Use this to take photos of dark shapes against a light background.–Vivid Fireworks: Use this to take photos of fireworks.
Media41•Expert: Use this to take photos with manual adjustment of ISO sensitivity, exposure value, aperture value, and the shutter speed.Change the ISO sensitivity.Use Manual mode.Use Manual Camcordermode.Use Program mode.Use Speed Priority mode.Use Aperture Priorty mode.Change the aperture.Change the shutter speed.Change theexposure value.Return to theprevious screen.–A: Use this to manually set the aperture value to take photos. Shutter speed is set automatically.–S: Use this to manually set the shutter speed to take photos. Aperture is set automatically.–M: Use this to manually adjust camera settings, such as the aperture or shutter speed.– : Use this to manually adjust camcorder settings, such as exposure value.–P: Use this to take manually set ISO sensitivity or exposure value to take photos. The shutter speed and aperture are set automatically.Configuring settings for CameraTap to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary by mode.•Photo Size: Select a resolution for photos. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution photos take up more memory.•Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash.•Timer: Use this for delayed-time shots.
Media42•Auto Cloud Backup: Set to automatically back up photos and videos in Cloud storage.•Share Shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct.•Live View Share: Set to share the preview screen with other people.•Buddy Photo Share: Set the device to recognise a person’s face that you have tagged in a photo and send it to that person. Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.•Remote View Finder: Set to control the camera with your mobile device.•Shutter Sound: Activate or deactivate shutter sounds.•Beep Sound: Activate or deactivate beep sounds.•AF Sound: Activate or deactivate automatic focus sound.•Mode Description: Display mode descriptions.•Guide Line: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.•Display Brightness: Set the brightness of the screen.•Review: Briefly display photos taken.•Voice Control: Activate or deactivate the voice control to take photos.•AF Lamp: Use this to activate the AF-assist light in low-light conditions.•Storage: Select the memory location for storage.•Reset: Reset the camera settings.•GPS Tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.•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.•Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the GPS tag setting.
Media43•WB (Light Source): Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras.•Focus: Select a focus mode. Auto focus (Normal) is camera-controlled. Macro is for very close objects.•Drive: Use this to set frame rate or bracketing.•Focus Area: Select a focus area.•Face Detection: Select a face detection mode. Normal measures exposure on a human face. Smile Shot recognises and helps taking people’s smiling faces. Blink Detection detects closed eyes and automatically takes additional photos.•Quality: Set the quality level for photos. Higher quality images require more storage space.•Auto Contract: Use this for automatic contrast. Auto Contrast defines contrast levels without manual input.•Metering: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Center Weighted measures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot focuses on an individual location. Multi averages the entire scene.•Sharpness: Use this to sharpen or soften the edges of the photos.•Contrast: Use this to increase or decrease the brightness.•Saturation: Use this to increase or decrease the colours.•Rich Tone: Use this to takes photos without losing details in bright and dark areas.•OIS: Activate or deactivate Optical Image Stabilisation. OIS helps focus when the camera is moving.•Smart Zoom: Use this to enhance the zoom feature.•EV: This determines the camera’s light-sensitivity. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.•Movie Size: Select a resolution for videos. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.•Smart Scene: Use this for taking videos with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera.•Quiet Zoom: Use this to decrease zoom noise when taking videos.
Media44Shooting optionsCustomise Camera to take unique photos or videos. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary by mode.Setting the flashTap → → Camera → Flash to set a flash option.•Off: Use this to turn the flash off.•Auto: Use this to automatically use the flash. The flash fires when the subject or background is dark.•Red-eye: Use this to prevent a red glow in a person’s eyes.•Fill in: Use this to always use the flash.•Slow Sync: Use this to keep details of the background.•Red-eye Fix: Use this to correct a red glow in a person’s eyes.Selecting a white balance settingThe colours of photos or videos depend on type or quality of the light source. Select white balance settings for realistic colours of photos or videos.Tap → → Camera or Video → WB (Light Source) and select a white balance setting.•Auto WB: Use this to automatically set white balance.•Daylight: Use this for sunny days.•Cloudy: Use this for cloudy days or in shadows.•Fluorescent_H: Use this under daylight fluorescent or 3-way fluorescent lights.•Fluorescent_L: Use this under white fluorescent lights.•Tungsten: Use this under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.•Custom Set: Use this to set custom white balance.
Media45Taking photos in high-speed burstUse the high-speed burst to take photos of fast moving subjects, such as moving cars or gestures of subjects.Tap → → Camera → Drive and select a high-speed option.•Single: Use this to take a single photo. This is not a high-speed option.•3FPS: Use this to take three photos per second.Taking photos or videos with filter effectsUse the filter effects to take unique photos or videos.Tap and select a filter effect. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary by mode.•None: No effect.•Sepia: Use this to apply a sepia tone effect.•Grayscale: Use this to apply a black and white effect.•Negative: Use this to apply a negative film effect.•Antique: Use this to apply an antique effect.•Point Blue: Use this to keep blue colours but change other colours black and white.•Point Red: Use this to keep red colours but change other colours black and white.•Point Yellow: Use this to keep yellow colours but change other colours black and white.•Warm: Use this to apply warm colour tones.•Cold: Use this to apply cold colour tones.•Washed: Use this to apply a washed effect.
Media46GalleryUse Gallery to view images and videos.Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device.•Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded.Viewing imagesLaunching Gallery displays available folders, including Camera. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, the download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open it.In a folder, piles of images are displayed by creation date. Select an image to view it in full screen.Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods to zoom in an image:•Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.•Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to return.Playing videosVideo files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it, and the Video Player application launches.
Media47Editing imagesWhen viewing an image, tap and use the following functions:•Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder.•Face tag: Register faces in photos as face tags.•Copy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard.•Crop: Resize the orange frame to crop and save the image in it.•Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or contact image.•Buddy photo share: Set the device to recognise a person’s face you have tagged in a photo and send it to that person. Face recognition may fail depending on face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.•Print: Print via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers.•Rename: Rename the file.•Scan for nearby devices: Search for devices that have media sharing activated.•Details: View image details.Deleting imagesUse one of the following methods:•In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap .•When viewing an image, tap .Sharing imagesUse one of the following methods:•In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them to others.•When viewing an image, tap to send it to others.
Media48Setting as wallpaperWhen viewing an image, tap → Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a contact.Tagging facesWhen viewing an image, tap → Face tag → On. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact.When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as sending messages or emails.Photo EditorUse Photo Editor to embellish images by applying various effects, such as the pop art effect.Tap Photo Editor on the Applications screen.Resize, rotate orcrop the image.Correct red-eye, adjust and retouch face, or make background blurry.Make multi-grid image.Frame, attach stickers, or draw on the image. Apply effects to the image.Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image.Undo and redothe last action.Save changes.To finish, tap , and then enter a filename.
Media49Resizing imagesTap Edit → Resize.Select a percentage at the bottom of the screen, or drag the frame to resize, and then tap Done.Rotating imagesTap Edit → Rotate.Select an option at the bottom of the screen, or drag the screen to rotate, and then tap Done.Cropping photosTap Edit → Crop, and then select one of the following options:•Square: Rotate or resize the frame by dragging the frame, or tap Square and select an option, and then tap Done.•Lasso: Draw an area, and then tap Done.Changing coloursTap Colour, select one of the colour effects that appear on the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap Done.Adjusting a portrait photoTap Portrait, select one of the portrait effects that appear on the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap Done.
Media50Applying filter effectsTap Colour, select one from among the filter effects that appear on the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap Done.Decorating imagesUse this to decorate images with frames, stickers, drawings, or attach several images into a single image.Framing imagesTap Decoration → Frames, select one of the frames that appear on the bottom of the screen, and then tap Done.Putting stickers on imagesTap Decoration → Sticker, select one of the stickers that appear on the bottom of the screen, and then tap Done.Drawing on imagesTap Decoration → Sticker, draw on the image, and then tap Done.Making multi-grid imagesTap Decoration → Multi-grid, select one of the grid layouts that appear on the bottom of the screen, add images, and then tap Done.
Media51Video PlayerUse Video Player to play video files.Tap Video Player on the Applications screen.•Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts is lost.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the device's software.•Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded.Playing videosSelect a video to play.Change screen ratio.Switch to floating screen mode.Restart the currentvideoor skip to theprevious video.Tap and hold to movebackwards quickly. Pause and resume playback. Skip to the next video.Tap and hold to moveforwards quickly. Adjust the volume.Move forwardsor backwards bydragging the bar.Deleting videosTap → Delete, select videos by ticking, then tap Delete.Sharing videosTap Share via, select a sharing method, select videos by ticking, then tap Done.
Media52Video MakerUse Video Maker to edit videos and apply various effects.Tap Video Maker on the Applications screen.•Some video files in Gallery may not be viewable depending on video resolution and codec.•Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded.Creating videosTap Create video, select a frame theme, and then tap the frame again to confirm. To add media files, tap Add media, and then tap the icon corresponding to the desired media type on the left pane of the screen. Tap and hold a file and drag it to the top pane of the screen. Repeat file insertion as needed, and then tap Done to finish.To delete a frame, drag it to the rubbish bin.To rearrange frames, tap and hold a frame, and then drag it to a new location.Tap and add a transition effect between frames.To save, tap → Save.Add videos, images, orsounds to the timeline.Put the media materialsin the bottom pane intoa specified timeline.Select a differentframe theme.
Media53Trimming segments of a videoSelect a frame, move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save.Splitting videosSelect and drag the frame to the orange line, tap , and save.Applying effects to a videoSelect a frame, tap Effects, select an effect option on the left pane, and then save the video.Editing a video automaticallyAutomatically make a video.With media materials such as videos, images, or audio tracks inserted in the bottom pane, tap Auto Edit → OK, and then specify the total playtime of the video.To use the Auto edit, total playtime of the media materials must be at least 30 seconds.
Media54Music PlayerUse Music Player to listen to music.Tap Music Player on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version.•Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding used.Playing musicSelect a music category, and then select a song to play.Adjust the volume.Open Music square.Return to library.Change the repeat mode.Skip to the next song.Tap and hold to moveforwards quickly. Pause and resume playback.Restart the currently-playing song or skip to the previous song.Tap and hold to movebackwards quickly.Turn on shue.Select a sound eect.Creating playlistsMake an own selection of songs.Tap Playlists among the dropdowns, and then tap → Create playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap Add music, select songs to include, and then tap Done.To add the currently-playing song to a playlist, tap → Add to playlist.Playing music by moodPlay music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically created by the device. When a new song is added, tap Music square from the dropdowns, and then → Library update.Tap Music square and select a cell of mood.
Media55YouTubeUse YouTube to watch videos from the YouTube website.Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Watching videosTap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video.Pause or resume playback.Move forwards orbackwards bydragging the bar.Change display quality.Add the video tothe playlist. Send the URL to others.Search for videos.Scale the video to fill thescreen or fit to the screen.Sharing videosSelect the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method.Uploading videosSelect your Google account if it is linked to YouTube. Tap → a video, enter information for the video, and then tap Upload.
Media56InstagramUse Instagram to view and share photos.Tap Instagram on the Application screen.This application may not be available depending on your region or service provider.Tap Sign up to sign up, or tap Log in, and then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
57CommunicationContactsUse Contacts to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications screen.Managing contactsCreating a contactTap and enter contact information.•: Add an image.• / : Add or delete a contact field.Editing a contactSelect a contact, and then tap .Deleting a contactTap → Delete.Searching for contactsUse one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts list.•Use the index on the right side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger along it.•Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.
Communication58Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions.• : Add to favourite contacts.• : Compose an email.Importing and exporting contactsSyncing with Samsung accountTap → Merge with Samsung.If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from Samsung account, and vice versa.Syncing with Google ContactsTap → Merge with Google.Contacts synced with Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list.If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from Google Contacts, and vice versa.Importing contactsTap → Import/Export → Import from SIM card or Import from SD card.Exporting contactsTap → Import/Export → Export from SIM card or Export from SD card.Sharing contactsTap → Import/Export → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method.
Communication59Favourite contactsTap , and then take one of the following actions:•Search: Search a contact.•Add to favourites: Add contacts to favourites.•Remove from favourites: Remove contacts from favourites.•Grid view / List View: View contacts in grid or list form.Contact groupsAdding contacts to a groupSelect a group, and then tap .Managing groupsTap , and then take one of the following actions:•Create: Make a new group.•Search: Search a contact.•Change order: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another position, and then tap Done.•Delete groups: Select user-added groups, and then tap Delete. Default groups cannot be deleted.Sending an email to a group’s membersSelect a group, tap → Send email, select members, and then tap Done.Business cardCreate a business card and send it to others.Tap Set up my profile, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal address, and then tap Save. if user information is saved when setting up the device, select the business card in Me, and then tap to edit.Tap → Share namecard via, and then select a sharing method.
Communication60EmailUse Email to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email account when opening Email for the first time.Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen instructions to complete the setup.To set up another email account, tap → Settings → Add account.Sending messagesTap the email account to use, and then tap Compose at the top of the screen. Enter recipients, subject, and message, and then tap Send.Tap to add a recipient from the contacts list.Tap → Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients.Tap Attach to attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.Tap to insert images, events, contacts, and information location into the message.Sending scheduled messagesTap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date.•If the device is turned off at the schedule time, the message will not be sent.•This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date may be incorrect if you move across timezones and the network does not update the information.
Communication61Reading messagesSelect an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap Refresh.Tap a message to read.Reply to the message.Delete the message.Open attachments.Mark the message as a reminder.Forward the message.Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap next to an attachment to save it.Google MailUse Google Mail to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen.•This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.•This application may be labelled differently depending on the service provider.Sending messagesIn any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND.Tap → Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients.Tap → Attach file to attach images.Tap → Save draft to save the message for later delivery.Tap → Discard to start over.
Communication62Reading messagesAdd this email addressto the contacts list.Keep this message forlong-term storage.Download attachment.Reply to all recipients.Preview attachment.View details, includingthe sent date.Delete this message.Forward this message to others.Mark the message as unread.Reply to this message.Add a label to this message.Mark the messageas a reminder.LabelsGoogle Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox.Tap to manually retrieve new messages.Tap to view messages in other labels.To add a label to a message, select the message, tap , and then select the label to assign.TalkUse Talk to chat with others via Google Talk.Tap Talk on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Public profileTap the account ID at the top of the friends list to change the availability status, image, or status message.
Communication63Adding friendsTap , enter the email address of the friend to add, and then tap Done.Chatting with friendsSelect a friend from the friends list, enter a message in the field at the bottom of the screen, and then tap .To add a friend to chat, tap → Add to chat.To end the chat, tap → End chat.Switching between chatsTo switch between chats, scroll left or right.Deleting chat historyChats are automatically saved. To delete chat history, tap → Clear chat history.ChatONUse ChatON to chat with any device that has a mobile phone number.Tap ChatOn on the Applications list.Create the buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts, or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. If ChatON is installed on a friend’s device, the friend is added to your buddies list automatically.Select a buddy to start chatting.
Communication64Google+Use Google+ social network service to create groups to send and receive instant messages and upload your photos.Tap Google+ on the Applications list.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Scroll left or right to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your circles. To create a post, tap .Tap Home and use the following services:•Home: View posts grouped by featured, your circle, or nearby.•Profile: View your activities in Google+.•My photos: View images you have uploaded.•Events: View upcoming events.•Hangouts: Video chat with others.•Messenger: Chat with others.•Circles: Manage your circles.•Local: Search for nearby restaurants, banks, bus stops, and more.•Notifications: Display notifications.MessengerUse Messenger to chat with others via Google+ instant messaging service.Tap Messenger on the Applications list.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Select a friend from the friends list, enter a message in the field at the bottom of the screen, and then tap .
65Web & networkInternetUse Internet to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go.Opening a new pageTap → New window.To go to another webpage, tap , scroll left or right, and tap the page to select it.Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.BookmarksTo bookmark the current webpage, tap → Bookmark this page.To open a bookmarked webpage, tap and select one.
Web & network66HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history.Tap → History → Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages.LinksTap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, bookmark, save, share, or copy.To view saved webpages, tap → Downloads.Sharing webpagesTo share a webpage address with others, tap → Share page.To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, tap Share.ChromeUse Chrome to search for information and browse webpages.Tap Chrome on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go.Opening a new pageTap → New tab.To go to another webpage, tap , and tap the page from the thumbnails.
Web & network67Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.BookmarksTo bookmark the current webpage, tap → , enter details, such as name and web address, and then tap Save.To open a bookmarked webpage, tap → Bookmarks, and then select one.Sharing webpagesTo share a webpage address with others, tap → Share....To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, tap Share.Syncing with other devicesSync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are loggedin with the same Google account.To view open tabs on other devices, tap → Other devices. Select a webpage to open. To view bookmarks, tap .
Web & network68BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices.•Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.•Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.•Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device.•Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes).Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, and then drag the Bluetooth switch to the right.Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto-generated passkey on both devices to confirm.Sending and receiving dataMany applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is Gallery. Open Gallery, select an image, tap → Bluetooth, and then select one of the paired Bluetooth devices. After that, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device to receive the image. The transferred file is saved in the Bluetooth folder.
Web & network69AllShare PlayAllShare Play enables you to play contents saved on various devices over the Internet. You can play and send any file on any device to another device or web storage server via AllShare Play.To use the AllShare Play service, you must sign in to your Google and Samsung accounts, and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To get more details about using AllShare Play, tap → FAQ.Tap AllShare Play on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Sending a fileSelect a device or web storage and a file, and then tap .Sharing a fileSelect a device or web storage and a file, tap , and then use the following options:•Group Cast: Share screens with multiple other devices that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.•Send to Nearby Users: Share files with nearby devices that have AllShare Play activated.Playing a file on a remote deviceSelect a device or web storage and a file, and then tap .Managing contents on a web storage serverSelect a web storage server, and then view and manage files.
70Application & media storesPlay StoreUse Play Store to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap Play Store on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Installing applicationsBrowse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword.Select an application to view information. To download it, tap Install. If there is a charge for the application, tap the price, and follow on-screen instructions to complete the purchase process.•When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications panel and tap the icon to update the application.•To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, you must tap Settings → More settings → Security → Unknown sources.Uninstalling applicationsUninstall the applications purchased from Play Store.Tap → My Apps, select an application to delete in the list of installed applications, and then tap Uninstall.
Application & media stores71Samsung AppsUse Samsung Apps to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit www.samsungapps.com.Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.If a Samsung account is not registered, follow on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them.Installing applicationsBrowse applications by category. Tap to select a category.To search for an application, tap at the top of the screen, and then enter a keyword in the search field.Select an application to view information. To download it, tap Get.When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications panel and tap the icon to update the application.S SuggestUse S Suggest to find and download the latest applications suggested by Samsung.Tap S Suggest on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Application & media stores72Game HubUse Game Hub to access games.Tap Game Hub on the Applications screen.The games available may vary depending on your region or service provider.Select a game service, and then search for and access games.Play BooksUse Play Books to browse and download book files. You can read book files on your device.Tap Play Books on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on your region or service provider.Play MoviesUse Play Movies to browse and rent movies.Tap Play Movies on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on your region or service provider.
73UtilitiesMemoUse Memo to create a memo.Tap Memo on the Applications screen.Composing memosTap Create to compose a memo.Browsing memosBrowse memos by scrolling up or down.To search for a memo, tap → Search.To delete memos, tap → Delete.To send memos to others, tap → Send.To sort memos by date, title, text, or others, tap → Sort by.To sync memos with Google Docs, tap → Sync memo.To lock the memo so that others cannot view it, tap → PIN lock.Viewing a memoTap the memo to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos.To send the memo to others, tap → Send.To send the contents of the memo to others, tap → Share.To edit the memo, tap the screen.
Utilities74S PlannerUse S Planner to manage events and tasks.Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.Creating events or tasksTap , and then use one of the following methods:•Quick add: Create an event or task from a memo.•Add event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting.•Add task: Enter a task with an optional priority setting.To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again.Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place.Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the map that appears.Attach an image. Tap Images, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images.
Utilities75Syncing with Google CalendarTo manually sync for updating, tap → Sync.Changing calendar typeSelect one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others. A pinch gesture can be used to change calendar type. For example, pinch to change from the monthly calendar to the yearly calendar, and spread apart to change yearly calendar back to monthly calendar.Searching for eventsTap → Search, and then enter a keyword to search for.To view today’s events, tap Today at the top of the screen.Deleting eventsSelect a date or event, and then tap → Delete.Sharing eventsSelect an event, tap → Share via, and then select a sharing method.
Utilities76DropboxUse the Dropbox cloud storage service to save and share your files with others. When you save files to your Dropbox folder, your device automatically sync with the web server and any other computers that have Dropbox installed.This application may not be available depending on your region or service provider.To activate Dropbox, on the Applications screen, tap Dropbox. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the setup.To upload files to your Dropbox folder, tap → Photos or videos or Other files.To view a file, tap , and then select a file.ClockUse Clock to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use as the desk clock.Tap Clock on the Applications screen.Turn this alarm on or off.
Utilities77AlarmSetting alarmsTap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save.•Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time.•Smart alarm: Set a time for the alarm to go off before the preset time.Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time.Deleting alarmsTap and hold an alarm, and then tap Delete.World clockCreating clocksTap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap DST settings.Deleting clocksTap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete.
Utilities78StopwatchTap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times.Tap Reset to clear lap time records.TimerSet the duration, and then tap Start.Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off.Desk clockUse Desk clock to see the current date and time.Tap to view in full screen.CalculatorUse Calculator for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.To see calculation history, tap to hide the keypad. To clear history, tap → Clear history.To change the character size for history, tap → Text size.
Utilities79Voice RecorderUse Voice Recorder to record or play voice memos.Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen.Recording voice memosTap to start recording. Speak into the mircophone at the top of the device. Tap Pause to pause recording. Tap to finish recording.Start recording.List of voice memos.Recording elapsed time.Playing voice memosSelect a voice memo to play.• : Adjust the volume by dragging the volume bar up or down.• : Trim voice memo.• : Stop playback.• : Pause playback.To send a voice memo to others, tap → Share via, and then select a sharing method.Managing voice memosIn the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following:•Share via: Select a sharing method, and then select voice memos to send.•Delete: Select voice memos to delete.•Settings: Change the voice recorder settings.•Rename: Select a voice memo to rename.
Utilities80S VoiceUse S Voice to command by voice the device to send a message, write a memo, and more.Tap S Voice on the Applications screen.•This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.•If your pronunciation is unclear, when speaking in noisy places, or when speaking with offensive or slang words and in dialectal accents, the device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands.Here are several examples of spoken commands:•Open music•Launch calculator•Check scheduleGoogleUse Google to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well, including Contacts, Music, and others.Tap Google on the Applications screen.Searching the deviceTap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.If no results are returned from the applications, the web browser appears, displaying the search results.
Utilities81Voice SearchUse Voice Search to search webpages by speaking.Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on your region or service provider.Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear.Task managerUse Task manager to check system status.Tap and hold on any screen, and then tap Task manager.Active applicationsTap Active applications to check what applications are currently running.To close an application, tap End next to it.To close all running applications, tap End all.DownloadedTap Downloaded to check what applications are installed.To uninstall an application, tap Uninstall next to it.RAMTap RAM to check how much memory is being used.To close every application, including ones running on background, tap Clear memory.
Utilities82StorageTap Storage to check how much of the flash memory and memory card is occupied.HelpTap Help to view tips about how to extend battery life.My FilesUse My Files to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.Tap My Files on the Applications screen.Select a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap Up. To return to the root directory, tap Home.In a folder, tap , and then use one of the following options:•Create folder: Create a folder.•Search: Search for files or folders.•View by: Change the view mode.•Sort by: Sort files or folders.•Settings: Change the file manager settings.•Select all: Select all files in the folder.DownloadsUse Downloads to see what files are downloaded through the applications.Tap Downloads on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on your region or service provider.To see the files downloaded from the Internet, tap Internet downloads, otherwise, tap Other downloads to see the files downloaded from other applications, such as Email.Select a file to open it with an appropriate application.
83Travel & localMapsUse Maps to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Searching for locationsTap , enter an address, and then tap . Tap RESULTS LIST to view the search results as a list. Select a location to view the detailed location information.On the map view, use the following methods:To clear the map, tap → Clear Map.To save the map of a specified area to view it offline, tap → Make available offline.To get directions for the found location, tap → Directions.To overlay multiple layers including satellite images, traffic information, and more, tap → Layers.To change the map settings, tap → Settings.To view information about using the map, tap → Help.To zoom in or out the map, spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.
Travel & local84Get directions for a destination1 Tap .2 Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations:•My current location: Use current location for starting location.•Contacts: Select from the contacts list.•Point on map: Pinpoint by tapping on the map.•My Places: Select from the list of favourite places.3 Select a travel method, such as driving, public transit, or walking, and then tap GET DIRECTIONS.4 Select one of the routes that appear, and then tap MAP VIEW to view details.LocalUse Local to search for nearby restaurants, banks, bus stops, and more.Tap Local on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Select a place category, and then select a place from the list of search results.•Map: Pinpoint the place on the map.•Directions: Search for a route to the place.To add a place category, tap → Add a search on the category list, and then enter a keyword to search into the text field, and then tap Done.
Travel & local85LatitudeUse Latitude to share location information with friends.Tap Latitude on the Applications screen.This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.To add a friend with whom location information is shared, tap → Select from Contacts or Add via email address. Select one from Contacts or enter an email address, and then tap Add friends to send an invitation. Once the invitation is accepted, either party can know where the other party is located.NavigationUse Navigation to search for a route to a destination.Tap Navigation on the Applications screen.•Navigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving. Follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving.•This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.Specify the destination by using one of the following methods:•Speak the destination address.•Enter the destination address.•Set navigational directions to your home.•Select the destination from the map.Once a route is found, follow on-screen instructions to navigate to the destination.
86SettingsAbout SettingsUse Settings to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications screen.Wi-FiActivate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.To use options, tap .•WPS push button: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button.•WPS PIN entry: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.Setting Wi-Fi sleep policyOn the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Advanced → Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep.When entering power-saving mode, the device automatically turns off Wi-Fi connections. When this happens, the device automatically accesses data networks if it is set to use them. This may incur data transfer fees. To avoid data-usage bills, set this option to Never (increases data usage).Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature.
Settings87BluetoothActivate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.Share and transferChange settings for sharing and transferring files.Nearby devices•File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other DLNA certified devices to access media files on your device.•Shared contents: Set to share your contents with other devices.•Device name: Enter a media server name for your device.•Access control: Set which devices can access and control your media servers.•Allowed devices list: View the list of devices that can access your device.•Not-allowed devices list: View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your device.•Download to: Select a memory location for saving downloaded media files.•Upload from other devices: Set to accept uploads from other device.AllShare CastActivate the AllShare Cast feature and share your display with others.•To save energy, deactivate the AllShare Cast feature when not in use.•If you specify a Wi-Fi frequency band, AllShare Cast dongles may not be found or connected.•If you play videos or games on a TV, select an appropriate TV mode to get the best experience from AllShare Cast.
Settings88Kies via Wi-FiConnect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network.More settingsCustomise settings to control connections with other devices or networks.Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.Mobile networks•Use packet data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services.•Data roaming: Use the device to connect to another network when you are roaming or your home network is not available.•Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs).•Network mode: Select a network type.•Network operators: Search for available networks and select a network for roaming.Tethering and portable hotspot•Portable Wi-Fi hotspot: Use the portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share the device’s mobile network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network.•USB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer.•Bluetooth tethering: Use the Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with computers via Bluetooth.•Help: Learn more about USB and Wi-Fi tethering.
Settings89Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.Location servicesChange settings for GPS functionality.•Use wireless networks: Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks for finding the current location.•Use GPS satellites: Set to use the GPS satellite for finding the current location.•Location and Google Search: Set to use your current location for Google search and other Google services.VPNSet up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).SoundChange settings for various sounds on the device.•Volume: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications.•Default notifications: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and alarms.•Sound and vibration: Set the device to vibrate and play a sound for various events.•Touch sounds: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the touch screen.•Screen lock sounds: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen.•Vibration feedback: Set the device to vibrate when touching keys.
Settings90DisplayChange the settings for the display.•Wallpaper:–Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen.–Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen.–Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen.•Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.•Auto-rotate screen: Set the content rotates automatically when the device is turned.•Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight.•Font style: Change the font type for display text. Download fonts from Play Store by tapping Get fonts online.•Font size: Change the font size in S Planner, Email, and Contacts.•Screen mode: Select a display mode.•Display battery percentage: Set to display remaining batter power level.Lock screenChange settings for the lock screen.•Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature.•Lock screen options:The settings are applied only when you set the swipe lock option.–Shortcuts: Set to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen.–Clock: Set to show the clock on the locked screen.–Dual clock: Set to show the dual clock on the locked screen.–Weather: Set to show te weather on the locked screen.
Settings91–Ripple effect: Set to show the ripple effect on the locked screen.–Help text: Set to show the help text on the locked screen.–Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the screen is locked.–Set wake-up command: Set a wake up command to launch the S Voice application or perform a specified function.•Owner information: Enter your information that is shown on the locked screen.More settingsData usageKeep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation.•Data usage cycle: Change the settings for the limit cycle.To use more options, tap .•Auto-sync data: Set the device to synchronise Contacts, S Planner, Email, Internet, and images with social network sites automatically.•Mobile hotspots: Search for and use another device’s mobile network.StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format the USB storage and a memory card.Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it.The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.
Settings92BatteryView the amount of battery power consumed by your device.Applications managerView and manage the applications on your device.PowerActivate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode.•Auto power off: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off.•Power saving:–CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage.–Screen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display.–Learn about power saving: Discover how to reduce battery consumption.•Start up: Set the device to start up using the camera screen or the Home screen.•Fast power on: Activating this causes the device to start quickly for the next 24 hours.Add accountAdd your email or SNS accounts.CloudChange settings for syncing data or managing your Samsung cloud and Dropbox cloud accounts.
Settings93AccessibilityAccessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alter the following settings to improve accessibility to the device.•Auto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device.•Speak passwords: Set the device to read aloud passwords you enter with Talkback.•Accessibility shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility settings on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button.•Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight.•Accessibility: Activate a downloaded accessibility application, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback.•TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback.•Font size: Change the font size in S Planner, Email, and Contacts.•Negative colours: Reverse the display colours to improve visibility.•Install web scripts: Set applications to install web scripts to make their web content more accessible.•Mono audio: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud.•Turn off all sounds: Mute all device sounds.•Tap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen.MotionChange the settings that control motion recognition on your device.•Tilt to zoom: Set to zoom in or out while viewing images in Gallery or browsing webpages, when you tap and hold two points with your fingers and then tilt the device back and forth.•Pan to move icon: Set to move an item to another page when tapping and holding the item and then panning the device to the left or right.•Pan to browse images: Set to scroll through an image by sliding the device in any direction when the image is zoomed in.
Settings94•Sensitivity settings: Set the sensitivy for each motion recognition.•Learn about motions: Discover how to use each motion recognition.•Palm swipe to capture: Set to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the screen.•Palm touch to mute/pause: Set to mute alarms, music, and the FM radio by touching the screen with your palm.•Learn about hand motions: View the tutorial for controlling hand motions.Voice•S Voice settings:–Language: Select a language for the voice recognition.–Use location data: Set to use location information for voice search results.–Hide offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results.–Help: Access help information for the S Voice feature.–About: View version information.–Voice cmd for apps: Set the device to recognise voice commands for controlling your device. You can select the features to control with voice commands.–Show body of message: Set to view the text of a new message received while in driving mode.–Wake up command: Set to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice.–Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the screen is locked.–Set wake-up command: Add or edit wake-up commands to start voice recognition.–Check missed events: Set to check missed messages or events when S Voice is launched by pressing the headset button.–Home address: Enter your home address to use location information with S Voice.–Log in to Facebook: Enter your Facebook account information.–Log in to Twitter: Enter your Twitter account information.
Settings95• Voice recogniser: Select a voice recognition engine.• Voice search:The settings are applied only when you set Google as the voice recogniser engine. –Language: Select input languages for Google voice recognition. –Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current action. –Block oensive words: Set to prevent the device from recognising oensive words in voice inputs. –Download oine speech recognition: Download and install language data for oine voice input.• Text-to-speech output: –Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap . –Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. –Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example.• Driving mode: Activate driving mode to set the device to read contents aloud.
Settings96More settingsChange settings for basic device features, such as language and input, date and time, security, backing up and more.Language and inputChange the settings for text input.LanguageSelect a display language for all menus and applications.DefaultSelect a default keyboard type for text input.Google voice typingTo change the voice input settings, select .•Choose input languages: Select input languages for Google voice recognition.•Block offensive words: Set to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs.•Download offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input.Samsung keyboardTo change the Samsung keyboard settings, select .•Portrait keypad types: Select the default input method, such as the QWERTY keyboard or traditional keyboard.•Input language: Select languages for text input.•Predictive text: Set the device to predict words according to input and display word suggestions.•Continuous input: Set to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard.•Keyboard swipe: Enable or disable the keyboard sweeping feature for the text input mode. Switch between input modes by scrolling left or right on the keyboard.•Handwriting: Customise settings for Handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness, or pen colour.
Settings97•Voice input: Activate the voice input feature to enter text by voice on the Samsung keyboard.•Auto capitalisation: Set the device to automatically capitalise the first character after a final punctuation mark, such as a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark.•Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar.•Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped.•Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad.•Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard.•Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.Pointer speedAdjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device.Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset.•Automatic date and time: Automatically update the time and date when moving across time zones.•Set date: Set the current date manually.•Set time: Set the current time manually.•Automatic time zone: Set to receive time zone information from the network when you move across time zones.•Select time zone: Set the home time zone.•Use 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format.•Select date format: Select a date format.
Settings98Security•Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the device. You must enter the password each time you turn on the device.Charge the battery before enabling this setting because it may take more than an hour to encrypt your data.•Encrypt external SD card:–Encrypt: Set to encrypt files when you save them to a memory card.–Full encryption: Set to encrypt all files on a memory card.–Exclude multimedia files: Set to encrypt all files on a memory card, except for media files.If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before resetting the device.•Remote controls: Set to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung and Google accounts.–Add account: Add or view your Samsung and Google accounts.–Use wireless networks: Set to allow location data collection and to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi and mobile networks.•SIM Change Alert: Activate the Find my mobile feature.•Find my mobile web page: Access the SamsungDive website (www.samsungdive.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device on the SamsungDive website.•Make passwords visible: By default, the device hides passwords for security. Set the device to display passwords as they are entered.•Device administrators: View device administrators installed on the device. Device administrators to apply new policies to the device.•Unknown sources: Choose to download applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store.•Trusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications.•Install from device storage: Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage.•Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.
Settings99Back up and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.•Back up my data: Set to back up settings and application data to the Google server.•Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account.•Automatic restore: Set to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device.•Factory data reset: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data.Developer optionsChange the settings for application development.•Desktop backup password: Set a password to secure your backup data.•Stay awake: Set the screen to remain on while you are charging the battery.•Protect SD card: Set to request a confirmation when reading data from a memory card.•USB debugging: Activate USB debugging mode to connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.•Allow mock locations: Allow mock locations and service information to be sent to a Location Manager service for testing.•Select debug app: Select applications to debug and prevent errors when you pause debugging.•Wait for debugger: Set to prevent the selected application from loading until the debugger is ready.•Show touches: Set to show the pointer when you touch the screen.•Show pointer location: Set to show the coordinates and traces of the pointer when you touch the screen.•Show layout bounds: Set to show boundaries.•Show GPU view updates: Set to flash areas of the screen when they are updated with the GPU.•Show screen updates: Set to flash areas of the screen when they are updated.•Window animation scale: Select a speed for opening and closing pop-up windows.•Transition animation scale: Select a speed for switching between screens.
Settings100•Animator duration scale: Select how long pop-up windows will be shown.•Disable HW overlays: Set to hide hardware overlays.•Force GPU rendering: Set to use 2D hardware acceleration to improve graphic performance.•Strict mode: Set the device to flash the screen when applications perform long operations.•Show CPU usage: Set to list all active processes.•Profile GPU rendering: Set to check the time of GPU rendering time.•Enable traces: Set to capture traces of application and system performance.•Do not keep activities: Set to end a running application when you launch a new application.•Limit background processes: Set to limit the number of processes that can run in the background.•Show all ANRs: Set the device to alert you to unresponsive applications that are running in the background.About deviceAccess device information and update device software.
101TroubleshootingWhen you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes:•Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.•PIN: When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu.•PUK: Your SIM or USIM card is blocked, usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times. You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider.•PIN2: When you access a menu requiring the PIN2, you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. For details, contact your service provider.Your device displays network or service error messages•When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again.•You cannot access some options without a subscription. Contact your service provider for more details.The touch screen responds slowly or improperlyIf 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.•Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version.•If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre.
Troubleshooting102Your device freezes or has fatal errorsIf your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for 10-15 seconds. The device reboots automatically.If this does not solve the problem, perform a factory data reset. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → More settings → Back up and reset → Factory data reset → Reset device → Erase everything.The device beeps and the battery icon flashesYour battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the device.The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off•The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold-coloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try charging the battery again.•If the battery no longer charges completely, dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery (refer to your local ordinances for proper disposal instructions).Your device is hot to the touchWhen 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 cameraYour Samsung device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following:•Charge the battery or replace it with a battery that is fully charged.•Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.•Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Troubleshooting103The subject’s eyes appear redRed eyes occurs when the subject’s eyes reflect light from the camera flash.•Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix.•If the photo has already been took, tap Red eye removal in the Photo Editor.Photos have dust spotsIf dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the flash.•Turn off the flash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place.•Set ISO sensitivity options.Photos are blurredBlurring can occur if you capture photos in low light conditions or hold the camera incorrectly.•Half-press the Shutter button to ensure the subject is focused.•Set the image stabilizer option.Photos are blurred when shooting at nightAs the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficult to hold the camera steady long enough to take a clear picture and may result in camera shake.•Set Smart Night in Casual mode.•Turn on the flash.•Set ISO sensitivity options.•Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.Subjects come out too dark because of backlightingWhen the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between light and dark areas, the subject may appear too dark.•Avoid shooting toward the sun.•Set the flash option to Fill in.•Adjust the exposure.•Set the metering option to Spot if a subject is in the center of the frame.
Troubleshooting104Error messages appear when launching the FM radioThe FM radio application on your Samsung device uses the headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset connected, the FM radio cannot receive radio stations. To use the FM radio, first ensure that the headset is properly connected. Next, scan for and save the available radio stations.If you still cannot use the FM radio after performing these steps, try accessing your desired station with another radio receiver. If you can hear the station with another receiver, your device may require service. Contact a Samsung Service Centre.Error messages appear when opening music filesSome music files may not play on your Samsung 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 computer or deleting files from your device.•Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected. If the file is DRM-protected, ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file.•Ensure that your device supports the file type.Another Bluetooth device is not located•Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.•Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect to, if necessary.•Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10m).If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer•Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device.•Ensure that you have the proper drivers installed and updated on your computer.•If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer.•Ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
English (EU). 09/2012. Rev. 1.0www.samsung.comSome of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the region or service provider.
Printed in KoreaAD68-07543AEnglish (EU). 09/2012. Rev. 1.0Some content may differ from your device depending on the region or service provider.About the Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages and syncs media libraries and contacts with Samsung devices.Download the latest version of Samsung Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your computer.

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