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Using this manual2
Using this manual
Thank you or purchasing this Samsung mobile device.This device will provide you with high quality mobile
communication and entertainment based on Samsungsexceptional technology and high standards.
This user manual has been specially designed to guide youthrough the unctions and eatures o your device.
Please read this manual careully beore using yourdevice to ensure sae and correct use.
The descriptions in this manual are based on the deaultsettings o your device.
Please keep this manual or uture reerence.
Instructional iconsBeore you start, amiliarize yourselsee in this manual:
Warningsituations that
yoursel or others
Cautionsituations that cyour device or other equip
Notenotes, usage tips, oinormation
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Copyright inormatioRights to all technologies and proddevice are the property o their resp
This product has an Android platwhich can be expanded by a variesotware.
Google, Android Market, Google TMaps are trademarks o Google, I
YouTube is a trademark o YouTubis a registered trademark o YouTu
Bluetooth is a registered trademSIG, Inc. worldwide.
Reer topages with related inormation; orexample: p.12 (represents see page 12)
Followed bythe order o options or menusyou must select to perorm a step; or example:
Select Messaging
New message (representsMessaging, ollowed by New message)
[ ] Square bracketsdevice keys; or example:[ ] (represents the Power/End key)
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Using this manual4
Java is a trademark o Sun Microsystems, Inc.
and are trademarks o SRS Labs, Inc. CSHeadphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporatedunder licence rom SRS Labs, Inc.
Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are
registered trademarks o the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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Contents
Assembling ............................................. 9
Unpack .................................................................. 9
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 9
Charge the battery ........................................... 11
Insert a memory card (optional) ................... 13
Attach a hand strap (optional) ...................... 15
Getting started ..................................... 16
Turn your device on and o ........................... 16
Get to know your device ................................. 16
Use the touch screen ........
Lock or unlock the touch s
Get to know the idle scree
Access applications ..........
Customize your device ....
Enter text ............................
Download applications roAndroid Market .................
Download les rom the w
Synchronize data ..............
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Contents6
Personal inormation ..
Contacts ..............................
Calendar ..............................
Memo ...................................
Web ................................
Internet ................................
Samsung Apps ..................
Layar ....................................
Maps ....................................
YouTube ..............................
Communication ................................... 35
Calling .................................................................. 35
Messages ............................................................ 39
Gmail .................................................................... 41
Email .................................................................... 42
Talk ....................................................................... 44
Entertainment ...................................... 45
Camera ................................................................ 45
Gallery ................................................................. 52
Music .................................................................... 54
FM Radio ............................................................. 57
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Settings ...........................
Access the Settings menu
Wireless & networks .........
Call settings ........................
Sound & display ................
Location & security ...........
Applications .......................
Accounts & sync ................
Privacy .................................
SD card, USB Mass Storagphone storage ...................
Connectivity ......................................... 72
Bluetooth ............................................................ 72
Wi-Fi ..................................................................... 74
AllShare ............................................................... 75
Tools ....................................................... 78
Clock .................................................................... 78
Calculator ............................................................ 79
My Files ................................................................ 79
Write and Go ...................................................... 80
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Search .................................................................. 87
Language & keyboard ..................................... 87
Accessibility ........................................................ 89
Text-to-speech ................................................... 90
Date & time ......................................................... 90
About phone ...................................................... 90
Troubleshooting .................................. 91
Saety and usage inormation ........... 97
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Assembling
UnpackCheck your product box or the ollowing items:
Mobile device
Battery
Travel adapter (charger)
User manual
Use only Samsung-approved sotware. Pirated orillegal sotware may cause damage or malunctionsthat are not covered by your manuacturer's
warranty.
The items supplied with yodepending on the sotwareavailable in your region or provider.
You can purchase additionlocal Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories pdevice.
Install the SIM or USIMbatteryWhen you subscribe to a cellular se
a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) details, such as your personal identand optional services. To use UMTS you can purchase a Universal Subsc(USIM) card.
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Assembling10
Insert the SIM or USIM card.3
Place the SIM or USIM cardthe gold-colored contacts
I you do not insert a SIM oonly use your devices nonsome menus.
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,
I the device is on, press and hold [1 ] and selectPower oto turn it o.
Remove the cover and battery.2
Be careul not to damage your ngernails when youremove the back cover.
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Charge the batteryBeore using the device or the rst the battery.
You can charge the device with theor by connecting the device to a PC
Use only Samsung-approvedUnauthorized chargers or cato explode or damage your d
When your battery is low, a wa low battery pop-up messagbattery icon will also be ethe battery level becomes to
automatically power o. Reccontinue using your device.
Insert the battery.4
Replace the back cover.5
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Assembling12
Plug the large end o the travel 3outlet.
You can use the device whmay take longer to ully ch
While charging, the device is normal and should not aliespan or perormance.
I your device is not chargindevice and the charger to aCenter.
When the battery is ully charge4no longer moving), unplug the device and then rom the powe
Do not remove the battery btravel adapter. Doing this madevice.
Charge with the travel adapter
Open the cover o the multiunction jack on the side1o the device.
Plug the small end o the travel adapter into the2multiunction jack.
Connecting the travel adapter improperly maycause serious damage to the device. Any damagecaused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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Insert a memory cardTo store additional multimedia lesa memory card. Your device acceptsmicroSDHC memory cards with mo 32 GB (depending on memory ca
type).Samsung uses approved indmemory cards, but some bracompatible with your devicememory card may damage ymemory card and can corrupcard.
Your device supports only t
memory cards. I you inserta dierent le structure, yoreormat the memory card
Frequent writing and erasinthe liespan o memory car
Charge with the PC data cableBeore charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Open the cover o the multiunction jack on the side1o the device.
Plug one end (Micro-USB) o the PC data cable into the2 multiunction jack.
Plug the other end o the PC data cable into a USB port3on a PC.
Depending on the type o PC data cable you areusing, it may take some time beore chargingbegins.
When the battery is ully charged (the battery icon is4 no longer moving), unplug the PC data cable rom thedevice and then rom the PC.
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Assembling14
Remove the memory caBeore removing a memory card, rremoval.
In Idle mode, select1 SettinMass Storage & phone storag
Remove the back cover.2
Push the memory card gently u3the device.
Pull the memory card out o the4
Remove the memory card.5
Replace the back cover.6Do not remove a memory catranserring or accessing inoresult in loss o data or damaor device.
Remove the cover and battery.1
Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts2acing down.
Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it3locks in place.
Replace the back cover.4
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Attach a hand strap (oRemove the back cover.1
Slide a hand strap through the 2the small projection.
Replace the back cover.3
Format the memory cardFormatting your memory card on a PC may causeincompatibilities with your device. Format the memorycard only on the device.
In Idle mode, select SettingsSD card, USB Mass
Storage & phone storageFormat SD card.Beore ormatting the memory card, remember tomake backup copies o all important data stored onyour device. The manuacturers warranty does notcover loss o data resulting user actions.
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Getting started16
Getting started
Turn your device on and oTo turn on your device, press and hold [ ]. Your devicewill automatically connect to the cellular network.
To turn o your device,
Press and hold [1 ].
Select2 Power o.Follow all posted warnings and directions romauthorized personnel when in areas where the useo wireless devices is restricted, such as airplanes
and hospitals.To use your device's non-network services only,switch to Airplane mode. Press and hold [ ]and select Airplane mode.
Get to know your dev
Device layout
Multiunctionjack
Conrm key
Volume key
Menu/Home key
Dial key
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Keys
Key Function
Menu/Home
Press [options ascreen; P
the idle s[ ] to oapplicatio
4-waynavigation
Scroll thrmenu op
Conrm Conrm y
Back/GoogleSearch
Press [
previousaccess th
DialMake or amode, remissed, o
Internal antenna
Headset jack
Speaker
Back cover
Camera
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Icon Denition
UMTS network conne
HSDPA network conn
Roaming (outside o n
More status icons are icon to see them)
Call in progress
Call diverting activate
Missed call
Speakerphone activat
Connected to PC
Wi-Fi activated
Key Function
Power
Turn on the device (press andhold); End a call; Access thequick menus (press and hold);Lock the touch screen.
Volume Adjust the devices volume.
Indicator iconsIcons shown on the display may vary depending onyour region or service provider.
Icon Denition
Signal strength
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
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Icon Denition
Airplane mode activat
Music playback in pro
Error occurred or caut
Battery power level
10:00 Current time
Icon Denition
Bluetooth activated
Bluetooth device connected
GPS activated
Synchronized with the web
No SIM or USIM card
New text or multimedia message
New email message
New voice mail message
Alarm activated
Silent mode activated
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Getting started20
For optimal use o the toucscreen protection lm beo
Your touch screen has a layelectrical charges emitted bFor best perormance, tap tyour ngertip. The touch sc
touches o sharp tools, suc
Control your touch screen with the
Tap: Tap once with your nger to menu, option, or application.
Tap and hold: Tap an item and hoseconds to open a pop-up option
Scroll: Tap and drag your nger u
move to items on lists.
Drag and drop: Tap and hold youthen drag your nger to move the
Double-tap: Tap twice quickly witin or out while viewing photos or
Use the touch screenYour devices touch screen lets you easily select items orperorm unctions. Learn basic actions to use the touchscreen.
To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use
sharp tools.Do not allow the touch screen to come intocontact with other electrical devices. Electrostaticdischarges can cause the touch screen tomalunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to come intocontact with water. The touch screen maymalunction in humid conditions or when
exposed to water.
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Get to know the idle sWhen the device is in Idle mode, yoscreen. From the idle screen, you castatus and access applications.
The idle screen has multiple panels
switch panels. You can add new panp. 23
Add items to the idle scYou can customize the idle screen bapplications or items in applicationsadd items to the idle screen,
In Idle mode, press [1 ]Add
Your device turns o the touch screen when youdo not use the device or a specied period. Toturn on the screen, press any key.
You can also adjust the backlight time. Fromthe application list, select SettingsSound &displayScreen timeout.
Lock or unlock the touch screenand keysYou can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent anyunwanted device operations.
To lock, press [ ]. To unlock, press any key and drag
to the right.
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Remove items rom the
Tap and hold an item to remove1The item is magnied and the application area, meaning that the bottom o the idle screen ch
Drag the item to the trash.2When the item and the trash ba3item.
Use shortcuts panelIn Idle mode, tap the indicator iconsnger down to open the shortcuts p
the network inormation and the nothe list, drag the bottom o the list u
Wi-Fi : Activate or deactivate the Weature.p. 74
Bluetooth : Activate or deactivateconnection eature.p. 72
Select the item category2 an item:
Samsung Widgets /AndroidWidgets: Add widgets,such as various clocks, photos, avorite contact list,and online services.
Shortcuts : Add shortcuts to items, such asapplications, bookmarks, and contacts.
Folders : Create a new older or add olders or yourcontacts.
Wallpapers : Set a background image.
Available items may vary depending on the currentidle screen mode.
Move items on the idle screen
Tap and hold an item to move.1
Drag the item to the location you want when the item2is magnied.
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Press [3 ] to return to the previto return to the Idle screen.
Organize applicationsYou can reorganize the applicationsby changing their order or groupinto suit your preerences and needs.
In the application list, press [1
Tap and hold an application.2
Drag the application to the loca3the application is magnied.
You can move an application ic
menu screen.Press [4 ] to save the order o a
Silent : Activate or deactivate the silent mode.
Vibrate : Activate or deactivate vibration mode.
Add or remove panels to the idle screenYou can add or remove panels o the idle screen toorganize widgets according to your preerences and needs.
In Idle mode, press [1 ]Edit.
Select2 to add new panels or to remove a panel.
Press [3 ] to return to the idle screen.
Access applications
To access your devices applications,
In Idle mode, select1 to access the application list.
Select an application.2I you tap and hold an application, it will be added tothe Idle screen.
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Adjust the volume o thIn Idle mode, press the Volume key the ringtone volume.
Switch to the silent mo
To mute or unmute your device, doIn Idle mode, press [ ] or selectap and hold #.
In Idle mode, press and hold [mode.
Change your ringtone
In Idle mode, open the applicat1 SettingsSound & display
Select a ringtone rom the list a2
Access recent applications
Press and hold [1 ] to open the list o applications youhave accessed recently.
Select an application to access.2
Customize your deviceGet more rom your device by customizing it to match yourpreerences.
Set the current time and date
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1
Settings
Date & time.Set the time and date and change other options.2
Turn on or o the touch toneIn Idle mode, open the application list and select SettingsSound & displayAudible selection.
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Adjust the brightness o
In Idle mode, open the applicat1SettingsSound & display
Drag the slider2 to adjust the lev
Select3 OK.The brightness level o the diquickly the device consumes
Set an unlock patternYou can set an unlock pattern to prpeople rom using the device witho
In Idle mode, open the applicat1 SettingsLocation & securitpattern.
See the on-screen instructions a2and select Next (i necessary).
Select a wallpaper or the idle screen
In Idle mode, press [1 ]Wallpaper an option.
Select an image.2
Select3 Set wallpaper.
I you selected an image rom Gallery, select Save.Samsung is not responsible or any use o deaultimages or wallpapers provided on your device.
Activate animation or switchingwindows
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1
Settings
Sound & display
Animation.Select an option rom the list.2
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Once the PIN lock is enabled, you mtime you turn on the device.
I you enter an incorrect PINSIM or USIM card will be bloa PIN unlock key (PUK) to ucard.
I you block your SIM or USan incorrect PUK, bring theprovider to unblock it.
Enter textYou can enter text by selecting chakeypad or by inputting handwriting
Change the keyboard tYou can change the keyboard type.input eld and select Input metho(Swype, Samsung keypad, or DioPe
Draw a pattern by dragging your nger to connect at3least 4 dots.
Select4 Continue.
Draw the pattern again to conrm.5
Select6 Conrm.Once you set an unlock pattern, your device willrequire the pattern each time you turn it on. I youdo not want the device to require the pattern, clearthe check box next to Require pattern in Location& security.
Lock your SIM or USIM card
You can lock your device by activating the PIN suppliedwith your SIM or USIM card.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1SettingsLocation & securitySet up SIM cardlockLock SIM card.
Enter your PIN and select2 OK.
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You can also use the ollowing keys
1
2
Number Function
1 Change case.
2Switch between SymbNumber mode.
3 Clear your input.
4 Start a new line.
5 Insert a space.
To hide the Swype keyboar
To view help inormation okeyboard, select .
Enter text using the Swype keyboard
Select the frst character o a word and drag your fnger1to the second character without releasing the fngerrom the screen.
Pause on the second character or a moment and drag2the fnger to the next character.
Continue until you have fnished the word.3
Release the fnger on the last character. The word is4inserted into the text input feld.
Repeat steps 1-4 to complete your text.5Tap and hold each key to enter additional characters.
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You can also use the ollowing keys
1
2
3
Number Function
1 Change case.
2Switch between NumABC mode.
3Change the text inputkeypad settings (tap a
4 Clear your input.
5 Start a new line.
6 Insert a space.
To hide the Samsung keypad
Enter text using the Samsung keypad
Select1 a text input method.
Option Function
Qwerty
Keypad
Select characters on the QWERTY
keypad.3x4 Keypad Select characters on the keypad.
Handwritingbox 1
Write in an appropriate column othe input box.
Handwritingbox 2
Write in the input box.
Handwritingull screen
Write anywhere on the screen.
Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing2on the screen.
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You can also use the ollowing keys
1
2
Number Function
1Change case or switch(the dot turns green).
2 Insert a space
3 Clear your input.
4 Start a new line.
5
Switch to Pinyin, EnglSymbol mode; Availavary depending on thmethod.
Enter text using the DioPen Chinese IMEkeyboard
Select1 and select a text input method.
Option Function
QwertyKeypad Select characters on the QWERTYkeyboard.
3x4 Keypad Select characters on the 3x4 keypad.
Handwritingbox
Write in the input box.
Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing2on the screen.
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Mode Function
English
Select an appropriacharacters or write c
Select toinput eature
and word comNumber
Select an approprianumber or write a n
Symbol
I you are using t1.select or toyou want.
Select an approp2.enter a symbol o
To hide the keyboard, select .
In the handwriting modes, you can use theollowing gestures:
Function Gesture
Space (Chinese), (English)
Enter
Backspace
When entering text with the DioPen Chinese IMEkeyboard, you can use the ollowing modes:
Mode Function
Pinyin
Select appropriate virtual keys to enter1.pinyins or write pinyins.
Select a pinyin.2.
Scroll let or right until the character3.you want appears.
Select the character.4.
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Download applicatioAndroid MarketBased on the Android platorm, youcan be extended by installing additAndroid Market provides you an ea
shop or games and mobile applicaThis eature may be unavaiyour region.
Your device will save user applications to the moviNAthe les to the SD memorydevice to a PC and copy thSD memory card.
You cannot use some applAuto Focus eature o came
Copy and paste textWhile you are entering text, you can use the copy andpaste eature to use text in other applications.
Tap and hold the text input eld.1
Select2 Select text rom the option list.
Drag your nger across the text you want to highlight.3
Tap and hold the highlighted text.4
Select5 Copy or Cut to copy and paste, or cut and pastethe text onto the clipboard.
In another application, tap and hold the text input6eld.
Select7 Paste to insert the text rom the clipboard intothe text eld.
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Search or an application
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Market.
Select2 Accept when the terms and conditions appears.
Press [3 ]Search.
Enter a word o an application and select [4 ].
Select an application you want to access.5
Install an application
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Market.
Select an item category2 an item.
Select3 Install (or ree items) orI you select Install, the item wiimmediately.
I you select Buy, you need to einormation. Follow the on-scre
Uninstall an applicationFrom the Android Market home1Downloads.
Select the item you want to del2
Select3 UninstallOK.
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To install applications downloaded than Android Market, you must seleApplicationsUnknown sources
Synchronize dataYou can synchronize data (Google mcontacts) with various web servers your data.
Once the synchronization is compleconnected to the web. I any changthe updated inormation will appeaautomatically will begin synchroniz
Set up a server accountIn Idle mode, open the applicat1SettingsAccounts & sync.
Select2 Add account an acco
Download les rom the webWhen you download les or web applications romthe web, your device saves them in a memory card. Forchecking supported le ormats, see Supported leormats.
Files you download rom the web can includeviruses that will damage your device. To lessen yourrisk, only download les rom sources you trust.
Some media les include Digital RightsManagement to protect copyrights. This protectionmay prevent you rom downloading, copying,modiying, or transerring some les.
To download les rom the web,In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Browser.
Search or a le or application and download it.2
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Synchronize data manu
In Idle mode, open the applicat1SettingsAccounts & sync.
Select an account.2
Press [3 ] Sync now. Your dsynchronizing the data you set
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the3account setup.
For online community services, such as Facebook,MySpace, or Twitter, enter your user name andpassword and select Log in.
Activate automatic syncI you add or edit data in any o the applications (Gmail,Calendar, and Contacts) on the web, the updatedinormation will appear on your device, and vice versa.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1SettingsAccounts & sync.
Select2 Auto-sync an account.
Select the applications you want to synchronize.3
To exclude applications rom automatic synchronization,clear the check boxes next to the applications you want.
C i i
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Communication
CallingLearn to use calling unctions, such as making and
answering calls, using options available during a call orcustomising and using call-related eatures.
Make and answer a callYou can use the buttons or the touch screen when youmake, accept, end or reject calls.
Make a call
1 In Idle mode, press [ ] or select Keypad, andenter an area code and a phone number.
Select2 to make a call.
To end the call, press [3 ]EnUse the phonebook to save nrequently.p. 60
Answer a call
1 When a call comes in, press [When the device is ringing, padjust the volume, or press adown to mute the ringtone.
To end the call, press [2 ]En
Reject a callWhen a call comes in, press [ ]. T
busy tone.
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Use additional eaturesYou can use various other call-relateFixed Dialing Number (FDN) mode,waiting.
Use Fixed Dialing Number (FD
In FDN mode, your device will restrexcept or the numbers stored in thFDN mode,
In Idle mode, open the applicat1SettingsCall settings Fix Enable FDN.
Enter the PIN2 supplied with yo2and select OK.Select3 FDN list and add contacmode.
To switch between the two calls, press [ ]Swapcalls.
To end the call on hold, press [ ]Swap calls andpress [ ]End call.
To make a multiparty call (conerence call), make oranswer a second call and press [ ]Merge calls
when connected to the second party. Repeat to addmore parties. You must subscribe to the multiparty callservice to use this eature.
View and dial missed callsYour device will display the missed call icon when youhave missed calls.
Open the shortcuts panel and select a missed call. Select
the call rom the call log and press [ ] to dial.
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Set call waitingCall waiting is a network eature to incoming call while you are on a pr
In Idle mode, open the application Call settingsAdditional settiYour setting will be sent to the netw
View call logsYou can view logs o your calls lter
In Idle mode, press [1 ] or sel
Select a log to view its details.2From the detail view, you can
a message to the number or phonebook or reject list.
Set call orwardingCall diverting is a network eature to send incoming calls toanother number that you speciy. You can set this eatureseparately or several conditions when you are not able toanswer calls, such as when you are already on the device orwhen you are outside o the service area.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1SettingsCall settings Call orwarding.
Select an option rom the list.2
Select a contact or enter a number to which calls will3be orwarded.
Select4 Enable.
Your setting will be sent to the network.
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Send a multimedia mes
1 In Idle mode, open the applicatMessagingNew message.
Enter a name or recipient numb2
Select3 Type to compose and eTo insert emoticons, press [ ]
Press [4 ]Attach an optioYou can select a le rom the lphoto, video, or sound.
Press [5 ]Add subject and message.
Select6 Send to send the messag
MessagesLearn to create and send text (SMS), multimedia (MMS), oremail messages, and view or manage messages you havesent or received.
You may incur additional charges or sending or
receiving messages while outside your home servicearea. For details, contact your service provider.
Send a text message
1 In Idle mode, open the application list and selectMessagingNew message.
Enter a name or recipient number.2
Select3 Type to compose and enter your message text.To insert emoticons, press [ ] Insert smiley.
Select4 Send to send the message.
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Listen to voice mail meI you have set missed calls to be divserver, callers may leave voice messanswer incoming calls. To access yolisten to voice mail messages,
In Idle mode, press [1 ] or selthen tap and hold 1.
Follow the instructions rom the2You must save the voice mail accessing the server. Your seryou the number.
View a text or multimedia message
1 In Idle mode, open the application list and selectMessaging.
Your messages are grouped into message threads bycontact like a messenger.
Select a contact.2Select a text or multimedia message rom the message3thread.
For a multimedia message, select the attachment (with4an image le) or select to view the attachment.
From the message view, use the ollowing options:
To orward the message to other people, tap and hold
the message and select Forward.
To protect the message rom being deleted, tap and holdthe message and select Lock message.
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View email messages
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Gmail.
Select an email message rom t2
From the message view, use the ol
To go to the top o the message tNewer.
To make the message as unread, unread.
To move the message to Inbox, pInbox.
To reply to the message, select Re
To reply to the message includingReply to all.
To orward the message to other
GmailYou can retrieve new email messages rom Gmail to yourInbox. When you access this application, the Inbox screenappears. The total number o unread messages displaysin the title bar and unread messages display in bold. Iyou have labeled a message, its label appears in a colored
rectangle on the message.
Send an email message
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Gmail.
Press [2 ]Compose.
Enter a name or address in the recipient eld.3Enter a subject and message.4
To attach an image le, press [5 ]Attach a le.
Select6 Send to send the message.
A hiTo mute the message press [ ] More Mute
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Archive messages
From the Inbox screen, tap and1
Select2 Archive.The message will move to Arch
Filter messagesFrom the Inbox screen, press [1
Select the label o the message2
EmailLearn to send or view email messagcompany email account.
Set up an email accoun
1 In Idle mode, open the applicatEmail.
To mute the message, press [ ]MoreMute.
To report the message as a spam, press [ ]MoreReport spam.
Organize email by labelsYou can organize your email by labeling your messages,
adding stars to mark important messages or storemessages. You can sort messages by label lter.
Add a label to a message
From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message.1
Select2 Change labels.
Select a label to add and select3 OK.
Add a star to a message
From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message.1
Select2 Add star. The star icon next to the message isactivated.
Select8 Send to send the messagEnter your email address and password and then2
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Select8 Send to send the messagI you are oine or outside yomessage will be held in the myou are online and in your se
View an email message
When you open an email account, yretrieved emails oine or connect tview new messages. Ater retrievingcan view them oine.
In Idle mode, open the applicat1 an email account.
Press [2 ] Reresh to update
Select an email message rom t3From the message view, use the ol
To delete the message, press [
To orward the message to other Forward.
Enter your email address and password, and then2select Next.
Select an account type (POP3, IMAP, or Exchange).3
Follow the on-screen instructions.4
Send an email message
1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email an email account.
Press [2 ] Compose.
Enter a name or address in the recipient eld.3
Press [4 ] and select Add Cc/Bcc to add morerecipients.
Select the subject eld to enter a subject.5
Select the text input eld to enter your email text.6
Press [7 ]Add attachment and attach a le.You can select a le rom the le list.
Enter an email address in the se3To reply to the message press [ ] Reply
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Enter an email address in the se3I you want to select rom your tname and select the contact ro
Select4 Send invitation to start
Start a chat
In Idle mode, open the applicat1
Select a riend rom the riend li2opens.
Enter your message and select3To insert emoticons, press [ ]smiley.
To switch between active chats4chats.
To end the chat, press [5 ]E
To reply to the message, press [ ]Reply.
To reply to the message including all recipients, press[ ]Reply all.
To mark the message as unread, press [ ]Mark asunread.
TalkLearn to chat with riends and amily via Google Talk.
This eature may be unavailable depending on yourregion.
Add riends to your riend list
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1 Talk.The riend list shows all o your Google Talk contactsat a glance, divided into Available, Busy, and Invisiblecategories.
Press [2 ]Add riend.
Entertainment Rotate the device counterclock2
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CameraLearn how to capture and view photos and videos. You
can take photos at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 pixels(2 mega pixels) and videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240pixels.
To use the camera, you must rst insert a memory card.
Capture a photo
1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Camera.
Rotate the device counterclock2The camera interace appelandscape orientation.
Tap the screen to hide or dviewnder.
The camera automatically t
not use it or a specied peThe memory capacity may the shooting scene or shoo
Aim the lens at the subject and3adjustments.
4
2
3
5
1
N b F tiN b F ti
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Number Function
9View the photo olast.
Press the Volume key to zoom i4
Press the Conrm key to take a 5 The photo is saved automatical
Ater taking photos, select to vie
To view more photos, scroll let o
To zoom in or out, select or tap the screen to zoom in or out.
To send a photo to others, select
To set a photo as wallpaper or a ccontact, select Setas.
To delete a photo, select Delete.
Number Function
1
Check the camera status and settings.
: Resolution
: Exposure meter type
: Number o photos you can take
(according to available memory) : Storage location
2 Change the shooting mode.
3 Set whether to use Night shot mode.
4 Change the resolution option.
5 Change the camera settings.
6 Switch to the camcorder.7 Set the timer.
8Adjust the brightness; Select + toincrease or to decrease.
Capture a panoramic pCapture a series o photos
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Capture a panoramic pYou can take wide panoramic photoshooting mode. This mode is convephotographing landscapes.
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Camera.
Rotate the device counterclock2
Select3 Panorama.
Make any necessary adjustmen4
Press the Conrm key to take th5
Slowly move the device in any d6
green rame with the viewndeWhen you have aligned the greviewnder, the camera will autophoto.
Repeat step 6 to complete the p7
Capture a series o photosYou can easily take a series o photos o moving subjects.This is useul when you are photographing children at playor a sporting event.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Camera.
Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view.2
Select3 Continuous.
Make any necessary adjustments.4
Press and hold the Conrm key. The camera will5continue to take photos until you release the Conrmkey.
Customize camera settCapture a photo in Smile shot mode
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Customize camera settBeore taking a photo, select ollowing options:
Option Function
White balanceAdjust the color
lighting conditi
EectsApply a special black and white
ISOAdjust the sensimaging sensor
Metering Select a type o
Image quality Set the quality l
Capture a photo in Smile shot modeYour camera can recognize peoples aces and help youtake photos o their smiling aces.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Camera.
Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view.2Select3 Smile shot.
Make any necessary adjustments.4
Press the Conrm key.5
Aim the camera lens at your subject.6Your device recognizes people in an image and detects
their smiles. When the subject smiles, the deviceautomatically takes a photo.
Setting FunctionBeore taking a photo select to access the
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Shutter soundSet the camera sound when ca
Reset Reset menus an
Capture a video1 In Idle mode, open the applicat
Camera.
Rotate the device counterclock2
Select3 to switch to the camc
Beore taking a photo, select to access theollowing settings:
Setting Function
GuidelinesDisplay guidelines on the previewscreen.
Review Set the camera to display the takenimage.
GPS
Set the camera to include locationinormation or your photos.
To improve GPS signals, avoidshooting in locations wherethe signal may be obstructed,such as between buildings or
in low-lying areas, or in poorweather conditions.
Alternately, customize theGPS connection settings toimprove GPS reception.p. 84
Number FunctionAim the lens at the subject and make any necessary4
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2
Change the recorattaching to a muor saving normal
3 Change the resolu
4 Change the camc5 Switch to the cam
6 Set the timer.
7Adjust the brightnincrease or to de
8View the photo olast.
j y y4adjustments.
6
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Number Function
1
Check the camcorder status andsettings.
: Resolution : Length o video that can
be captured (according to availablememory)
: Storage location
Customize camcorder sPress the Volume key to zoom in or out.5
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Customize camcorder sBeore capturing a video, selectollowing options:
Option Function
White balanceAdjust the co
to lighting co
EectsApply a specior black and w
Video quality Set the qualit
Beore capturing a video, selectollowing settings:
Setting Function
GuidelinesDisplay the gupreview scree
Audio recording Turn the audi
y5
Press the Conrm key to start recording.6
Select7 or press the Conrm key to stop recording.The video is saved automatically.
The camera may not be able to properly record
videos to a memory card with a slow transer speed.
Ater capturing videos, select to view the capturedvideos.
To view more videos, scroll let or right.
To send a video to others, select Share.
To play a video, select Play.
To delete a video, select Delete.
Type FormatSetting Function
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Type Format
Audio
Extension: amr, mid, rtttl, rtx, ot
Codec: MP3, AAAMR-NB/AMR-WRTX, OTA, i-Melo
VideoExtension: 3gp,
Codec: MPEG4,
Some le ormats are not son the sotware o the pho
I the le size exceeds the aerror can occur when you o
View a photo1 In Idle mode, open the applicat
Gallery.
Select a older.2
Setting Function
ReviewSet the camera to display therecorded video.
Reset Reset menus and shooting options.
GalleryLearn to view photos and play videos saved in yourdevice's memory and memory card.
Supported le ormats
Type Format
Image Extension: bmp, gi, jpg, png
Control playback with the ollow4To change the view mode, select3 or at the top
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1
2
Number Function
1Pause playback; Selecplayback.
2 Scan backward in a l
3 Scan orward in a le.
4Move to a point o thebar.
right o the screen.
To view photos or videos captured on a specic date,select the arrows on the tab at the bottom or drag thetab let or right.
Select a photo (with no icon) to view.4
While viewing a photo, use the ollowing options:
To view more photos, scroll let or right.
To zoom in or out, select or .
To start a slideshow with photos and videos, selectSlideshow. Tap the screen to stop the slideshow.
Play a video
1 In Idle mode, open the application list and selectGallery.
Select a older2 a video (with the icon) to play.
Rotate the device counterclockwise to landscape view.3
Music Share images or videos
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MusicLearn to listen to your avorite musithe music player. For details about music player supports, see "Supporp. 52
Add music les to yourStart by transerring les to your de
Download rom the wireless web
Receive via Bluetooth. p. 73
Play musicAter transerring music les to you
card,
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Music.
Select a music category2 a mu
g
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Gallery.
Select a older and press [2 ] twice.
Select image or video les.3
Select4 Share a sharing option.
Send the le via a multimedia or email message or5Bluetooth or upload the le to the online album orcommunity site.
Number FunctionControl playback with the ollowing keys:3
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5 Activate Shue m
6Change the repeaa le, or repeating
7Skip orward; Sca
and hold).SRS CS Headphone deliveexperience over standard hwhen listening to multichaDVD movies.
WOW HD signicantly imquality o audio, deliveringentertainment experience
and high requency clarity
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Number Function
1Pause playback; Select to resumeplayback.
2 Skip backwards; Scan backward in a le(tap and hold).
3Move to a point o the le by draggingthe bar.
4 Open the playlist.
Press [3 ]Party shufe.Create a playlist
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To turn o the party shue ea4
Customize music playe
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Music.
Select a category2 a music le
Press [3 ]Settings.
Adjust the ollowing settings to4player:
Option Function
5.1 channel
Set whethethe 5.1 chansystem wheconnected.
Equalizer Select a de
y
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Music.
Select a category2 a music le.
Press [3 ]Add to playlistNew.
Enter a title or your new playlist and select4 Save.
To add more music les to the playlist, play a le and5press [ ]Add to playlist the new playlist.
Use the party shue eatureYou can add all music les to the playlist that is currentlyplaying.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Music.
Select a category2 a music le.
Control the FM radio with the o3FM Radio
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1
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3
4
5
Number Function
1 Adjust the volume
2 Turn o the FM raon the FM radio.
3 Change the requ
4 Search or an avai
Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listento the FM radio, you must connect the supplied headset,which serves as the radio antenna.
Listen to the FM radio
Plug the supplied headset into the device.1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select2 FMRadio.
The FM radio scans and saves available stationsautomatically.
The rst time you turn on the FM radio, you will beprompted to start automatic tuning.
Add a radio station to tNumber Function
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Plug the supplied headset into 1
In Idle mode, open the applicat2Radio.
Select3 to turn on the FM radio
Scroll to the radio station you w4Select5 + to add to the avorites
Customize FM radio set
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Radio.
Press [2 ]
Settings.
5Add the current radio station to theavorites list.
6Change the sound output (headset ordevice's speaker).
Save a radio station automatically
Plug the supplied headset into the device.1
In Idle mode, open the application list and select2 FMRadio.
Select3 Scan a scanning option.The FM radio scans and saves available stations
automatically.
Select the radio station you want rom the all station4list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen.
Adjust the ollowing settings to customize your FM3radio:
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radio:
Option Function
Region Select your region.
Background
playing
Set whether or not to run the FM
radio in the background while usingother applications.
ShowStation ID
Set whether or not to show thestation ID on the FM radio screen;Station IDs are available only romradio stations that provide thisinormation.
FM auto o
Set the FM radio to automatically
turn o ater a specied length otime.
Personal inormation You can also create a contact rom t
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ContactsLearn to create and manage a list o your personal orbusiness contacts stored on the phones memory or a SIMor USIM card. You can save names, mobile phone numbers,home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays andmore or your contacts.
Create a contact
In Idle mode, select1 .
Select2 Create contact.
Select a memory location.3
Enter contact inormation.4
Select5 Save to add the contact to memory.
In Idle mode, press [1 ] or seleenter a phone number.
Select2 Add to ContactsCrea
Select a memory location.3
Enter contact inormation.4Select5 Save to add the contact
Import or export conta
In Idle mode, select1 .
Press [2 ]MoreImport/E
Select an option to import or ex3For importing contacts, select a4select OK.
Set a speed dial numbeFind a contact
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In Idle mode, select1 .
Press [2 ]Speed dial.
Select a location number3 a coYou can quickly dial this num
holding the location number
Create your namecard
In Idle mode, select1 .
Press [2 ]My prole.
Enter your own personal details3
Select4 Save.You can send your namecardemail or transerring it via theeature.
1 In Idle mode, select .
Press [2 ].
Enter the rst letters o the name you want and select3.
Select the contacts name rom the contact list.4Once you nd a contact, you can:
call the contact by selecting a number or Call.
send a message by selecting Send message.
link a contact rom your community accounts tothe contact by pressing [ ]Link contact.
edit the contact inormation by pressing [ ]
Edit.set the contact as your avorites by selecting onthe top right o the screen.
set the deault contact name and a phone numberby pressing [ ]Mark as deault.
Enter a name and select a ringto3
l4
Retrieve contacts rom your communityt
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Select4 Save.
Copy contacts
In Idle mode, select1 .
Press [2 ]
More
Copy conSelect a copy option (rom the p3USIM card or vice versa).
Select contacts to copy.4
When you are nished selecting5
accountsYou can view the list o community website accounts andselect an account to add a contact rom the website toyour phone contacts.
In Idle mode, select1 .
Press [2 ]Get riends.
Select an account.3
Create a group o contactsBy creating groups o contacts, you can manage multiplecontacts and send messages or email to an entire group.Start by creating a group.
In Idle mode, select1 Groups.
Press [2 ]Create.
View eventsT h th l d i
Calendar
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To change the calendar view,
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Calendar.
Press [2 ] and select Day, Wee
To view events o a specic date,
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Calendar.
Select a date on the calendar. In2scheduled events are indicated
To select today's date, press [
Select an event to view its deta3
Learn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthlyevents, and set alarms to remind yoursel o importantevents.
Create an event
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Calendar.
Press [2 ]New event.
Enter the details o the event as required.3
Select4 Done.
Select2 Create memo (i necessa
E t t t3
Stop an event alarmI you set an alarm or a calendar event the event alarm
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Enter your memo text.3
Press [4 ] and select a color to ccolor.
Select5 Save.
View memos
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Memo.
Select a memo to view its detai2To view all details o memos ro[ ]Maximize.
You can send the memo to oholding the memo, and selec
I you set an alarm or a calendar event, the event alarmicon will appear at the specied time.
Open the shortcuts panel rom the top o the screen.1
Select a reminder to view more details about the2
event.To snooze or dismiss the reminder, select3 Snooze allor Dismiss all.
MemoLearn to record important inormation to save and view ata later date.
Create a memo
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Memo.
Web Navigate web pages with the o21
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InternetLearn to access and bookmark your avorite web pages.
You may incur additional charges or accessing the
web and downloading media. For details, contactyour service provider.
Available icons may vary depending on yourregion.
Browse web pagesIn Idle mode, open the application list and select1Browser to launch a specifed homepage.
To access a specifc web page, select the URL inputfeld, enter the web address (URL) o the web page,and selectGo.
1
2
Number Function
1Enter a web addreto access.
2Enter a keyword t
inormation.
3
Open a list o saverequently visitedinternet history.
To view the download history, preDownloads.
While browsing the web page, use the ollowing options:
To zoom in or out fick to any direction to display or
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To customize the browser settingSettings.
Bookmark your avorite
You can bookmark web pages you access. To add a bookmark,
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Browser.
Select2 .
Press [3 ]Bookmark last-v
Enter a page title and a web add4
Select5 OK.
To zoom in or out, fick to any direction to display orand select a zoom icon.
To reload a web page, press [ ]Reresh.
To go to a next page in history, press [ ]Forward.
To bookmark the current web page, press [ ]MoreAdd bookmark.To search or text on the web page, press [ ]MoreFind on page.
To select text on the web page, press [ ]MoreSelect text. Highlight the text you want with your nger.The highlighted text is copied to the clipboard and youcan paste it anywhere.
To view the web page details, press [ ]More
Page ino.To send the web address (URL) o the web page toothers, press [ ]MoreShare page.
Your device gets smarter with ully rom Samsung Apps. Explore amaz
Open multiple pagesYou can open multiple pages and switch back and orth
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make your mobile lie even better.
The service may be unavaiyour region or service prov
For details, please visit ww
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Samsung Apps.
Search or and download applic2
LayarLayar allows you to browse locationinormation or maps through the caand to share the inormation with o
In Idle mode, open the application
This eature may be unavailaregion.
You can open multiple pages and switch back and orthbetween them.
While browsing a web page, press [1 ]Newwindow.
Open another web page on the new window.2 Press [3 ]WindowsNew window to open moreweb pages.
To view the currently active windows, press [4 ]Windows and select a web page to retrieve.
Samsung AppsSamsung Apps allows you to simply and easily downloadan abundance o applications directly to your device.Featuring a wealth o games, news, reerence, socialnetworking, navigation, health related applications andmore, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a hugechoice o mobile experience.
Search the map
I Idl d th li t1
MapsL t G l M d l ti h
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In Idle mode, open the applicat1Maps.
Scroll through the map.2
To zoom in or out, tap the scree3
Find your location
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Maps.
Press [2 ]My Location.
Search or a specic loc
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Maps.
Press [2 ]Search.
Learn to use Google Maps nd your location, searchthe online map or streets, cities, or countries, and getdirections.
To use the Google Maps, you must select SettingsLocation & securityUse wireless networks or
Use GPS satellites.
Change the map view
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Maps.
Select2 OK to close the intro window (i necessary).
Press [3
]
Layers
a view mode.
Select a travel method (car, bus4
Select a travel route to view det5
Use one o the ollowing methods:3Enter the address.
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Select a travel route to view det5necessary).
Press [6 ]See map.
When you are nished, press [7Map.
YouTubeYouTube is a ree online video streaview and share videos via YouTube.
Watch videos
In Idle mode, open the applicat1 YouTube.
Select a video rom the list o th2
Rotate the device counterclock3
Enter the category o the business.
Select an address you have visited rom the drop-down menu.
Select4 .
Get directions to a specic destination
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Maps.
Press [2 ]Directions.
Enter the addresses o the starting location and the3ending location.
To enter an address rom your contact list or point thelocation on the map, select Contacts or Pointon map.
Share videos
In Idle mode open the applicat1
Control playback with the ollowing keys:4
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In Idle mode, open the applicat1YouTube.
Tap and hold a video.2
Select3 Share an option.
Upload videos
In Idle mode, open the applicat1YouTube.
Press [2 ]Upload and selecI you want to upload new videthe camcorder.
Rotate the device counterclock3Aim the lens at the subject and4
1
2 4
3
Number Function
1 Scan backward in a le.
2Move to a point o the le by draggingthe bar.
3 Scan orward in a le.
4Pause playback; Select to resumeplayback
Press the Conrm key to start recording.5
Select6 to stop recording.
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Select6 to stop recording.
Select7 Save to upload the video that you haverecorded.
Enter your user name and password and select8 Sing in.
Connectivity Samsung is not responsible interception, or misuse o dth Bl t th i l t
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BluetoothBluetooth is a short-range wireless communicationstechnology capable o exchanging inormation over a
distance o about 10 meters without requiring a physicalconnection.
You do not need to line up the devices to beaminormation with Bluetooth. I the devices are within rangeo one another, you can exchange inormation betweenthem even i they are located in dierent rooms.
the Bluetooth wireless eat
Always ensure that you shawith devices that are trusteI there are obstacles betweoperating distance may be
Some devices, especially thtested or approved by Blueincompatible with your de
Turn on the Bluetooth w
In Idle mode, open the applicat1SettingsWireless & networ
Select2 Bluetooth to turn on theeature.
You can also open the shortcuts paBluetooth.
Send data using the Blueature
Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices
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Select a le or item, such as a co1le, rom an appropriate applica
Press [2 ] Send via or SendBluetooth.
Search or and paired with a Blu3
Receive data using the wireless eature
In Idle mode, open the applicat1SettingsWireless & networsettingsDiscoverable.
Your device is visible to other B120 seconds.
When prompted, enter the PIN 2wireless eature and select Pair
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1SettingsWireless & networksBluetoothsettingsScan or devices.
Select a device.2
Enter a PIN or the Bluetooth wireless eature or the3other devices Bluetooth PIN, i it has one, and selectOK. Alternatively, select Pair to match the PIN betweenyour device and the device.
When the owner o the other device enters the samePIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete. Ithe pairing is successul, the device will automatically
search or available services.Some devices, especially headsets or hands-ree carkits, may have a xed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. Ithe other device has a PIN, you must enter it.
Activate the WLAN eatIn Idle mode, open the application
Select3 Accept to conrm that you are willing to receivedata rom the device (i necessary).
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Wireless & networksWi-Fi. Yshortcuts panel and select Wi-Fi.
An active WLAN running in tconsume battery power. To p
activate the WLAN only when
Find and connect to a W
In Idle mode, open the applicat1SettingsWireless & networ
The device will automatically seWLANs.
Select a network under2 Wi-Fi n
Received data is saved to an appropriate application orolder according to its type. For example, a music or soundclip is saved to the sound older and a contact to thephonebook.
Wi-FiLearn to use your devices wireless networking capabilitiesto activate and connect to any wireless local area network(WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 b/g standards.
You can connect to the internet or other network devicesanywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available.
Your device uses non-harmonized requency andis intended or use in all European countries. TheWLAN can be operated in the EU without restrictionindoors, but cannot be operated outdoors in France.
AllShareLearn to use the Digital Living Netw
Enter a password or the network and select3 Done (inecessary).
4
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Learn to use the Digital Living Netwservice that enables you to share mDLNA-enabled devices in your hom
You must rst activate the WLAN eprole. p. 74
Customize DLNA settinmedia les
To allow other DLNA-enabled devicon your device, you must activate m
In Idle mode, open the applicat1AllShare.
Select2 Settings.
Select4 Connect.
Add a WLAN manually
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1SettingsWireless & networksWi-Fi settingsAdd Wi-Fi network.
Enter the SSID or the network and select the security2type.
Set the security settings depending on the selected3security type.
Select4 Save.
Play your les on anothenabled device
Adjust the ollowing settings to customize the DLNA3eature:
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In Idle mode, open the applicat1AllShare.
Select2 Play le rom my phone
Select a media category3
a leSelect a playerthe one that w4Playback begins at the selected
Control playback using icons o5Playback may be buered, denetwork connection and the
Option Function
Media servername
Enter a name or your device as amedia server.
Share media
Turn on video sharing, image
sharing or music sharing with otherDLNA-enabled devices.
Access pointnetwork
Select a connection prole to use orDLNA connections.
Uploadrom otherdevices
Set whether or not to accept theupload rom other devices.
When you are nished, select4 Save or Yes.
Play les o one device on the otherdevice
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In Idle mode, open the application list and select1AllShare.
Select2 Play le rom server on another player viamy phone.
Your device automatically searches or DLNA-enableddevices.
Select a device as the media serverthe one that3contains media les.
Select a media category and a le.4
Select a playerthe one that will play the media le.5
Playback begins at the selected player.Control playback using icons o your device.6
Tools To launch the music player, seTo return to the idle screen, se
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ClockLearn to use clock display on the Idle screen, and set andcontrol alarms or important events.
Use the clock display
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Clock.
Press [2 ]Alarms.
Press [3 ]Desk clock.
While using the clock display, use the ollowing4 eatures:To create or delete an alarm, select .
To access Gallery, select .
To set the brightness o the sc
Set a new alarm
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Clock.
Press [2 ]Add alarm.
Select3 Turn alarm on.
Set alarm details.4
When you are nished, select5 D
Stop an alarmWhen the alarm sounds,
Select Dismiss to stop the alarm.
Select Snooze to repeat the alarmlength o time.
My FilesLearn to quickly and easily access a
Delete an alarm
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1
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videos, music, sound clips, and othememory card.
In Idle mode, open the applicat1Files.
Select a older2 a le.
To move up one level in the
In a older, press [ ] to use the ol
To send a video to others via mulor the Bluetooth wireless eature,
To create a new older, select CreaTo delete les or olders, select De
To change the view mode, select
Clock.
Press [2 ]Alarms.
Tap and hold an alarm to delete.3
Select4 Delete alarmOK.
CalculatorLearn to perorm mathematical calculations directly onyour device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1Calculator.
To use the keys that correspond to the calculator2display to perorm basic mathematical operations.
Press [3 ]Advanced panel to use scienticcalculator.
To upload the text to a commUpdate status.
To save the text as a memo o
To sort les or olders, select List by.
To use additional eatures using a photo, such as moving,copying or renaming options select More
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To save the text as a memo oSave.
Send a message, log in to a com4upload the text, or create a memto the selected option.
copying or renaming options, select More.
Write and GoLearn to enter text and send it as a message, upload it to
a community website, or save it as a memo or calendarevent.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select1 Writeand Go.
Enter text using the text input panel.2
When you are nished, select one o the options under3the text input eld.
To send a text message with the text, select Sendmessage.
Settings Wi-FiActivate the WLAN eature to conneother network devices p 74
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Access the Settings menuIn Idle mode, open the application list and select1Settings.
Select a setting category and select an option.2
Wireless & networksChange the settings or wireless network connections.
Airplane modeDisable all wireless unctions on your device. You can useonly non-network services.
other network devices. p. 74
Wi-Fi settingsWi-Fi : Turn the WLAN eature on o
Network notication : Set the dean open network is available.
Add Wi-Fi network : Add WLAN n
BluetoothActivate the Bluetooth eature to exover a distance.p. 72
Bluetooth settingsBluetooth : Turn the Bluetooth w
Device name : Set a Bluetooth na
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Sound & displayChange the settings or various sou th di l
Voicemail settingsEnter the number to access the voicemail service. You canobtain this number rom your service provider
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or the display.
Silent mode : Activate Silent mod
Ringer volume : Adjust the volumringtone.
Media volume : Set the deault vovideos.
Phone ringtone: Select a ringtonincoming calls.
Phone vibrate : Set the device to incoming calls.
Notication ringtone : Select a rievents, such as incoming messagalarms.
obtain this number rom your service provider.
DTMF TonesSet short or long DTMF (Dual-tone multi requency) tones
to be sent to access teleservices, such as bank accounts.
Call orwardingDivert incoming calls to another number.
Additional settingsCaller ID : Display your caller ID to other parties oroutgoing calls.
Call waiting : Allow incoming call alerts when a call isalready in progress.
Location & securityChange the settings or securing yoor USIM card and GPS nctionalit
Audible touch tones : Set the device to sound when youtouch the keys on the dialer.
Audible selection : Set the device to sound when you
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or USIM card, and GPS unctionality
Use wireless networks : Set the dwireless networking or checkingin an application.
Use GPS satellites : Enable the GPchecking locations, i supported ican view locations at street level b
Set unlock pattern : Activate the that allows you to unlock the toucdrawing a specied character.
Require pattern : Set the device tpattern you have set each time yo
doing this, you can prevent unauunlocking the device.
Use visible pattern : Set the unloor invisible as you draw it.
yselect an application or option on the touch screen.
Haptic eedback : Set the device to vibrate when youtouch the keys.
SD card notications : Set the device to sound when a
memory card is recognized.Orientation : Set whether or not to rotate the contentautomatically when the device is rotated.
Animation : Set the device to display animation whenyou switch between windows.
Brightness : Set the brightness o the display.
Screen timeout : Set the length o time the device waitsbeore turning o the display's backlight.
ApplicationsChange the setting or managing in
Use tactile eedback : Set the device to vibrate whenyou touch and draw the unlock pattern.
Set up SIM card lock :
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Unknown sources : Select to dowrom any source. I you do not seldownload applications only rom
Manage applications : Access th
installed on the device and checkinormation. To view the applicatrunning or third-party applicationpress [ ]Filter.
Running services : View the serviaccess them to manage.
Development :
USB debugging- : Select to conn
a PC by using a PC data cable. Tdevelopment.
Lock SIM card- : Activate or deactivate the PIN lockeature to require the PIN beore using the device.
Change SIM PIN- : Change the PIN used to access SIMor USIM data.
Visible passwords : By deault, the device displays yourpassword as * or security. Set the device to display yourpassword as you enter.
Use secure credentials : Use certicates and credentialsto ensure secure use o various applications.
Install rom SD card : Install encrypted certicates thatare stored on a memory card.
Set password : Create and conrm a password oraccessing credentials.
Clear storage : Erase the credential contents rom thedevice and reset the password.
PrivacyChange the settings or managing y
Stay awake- : Set the devices screen to stay on whilecharging the battery.
Allow mock locations- : Allow mock locations and
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Use My Location : Set the device location or Google services.
Factory data reset : Reset your sedeault values and delete all your
SD card, USB Mass Stophone storageCheck memory inormation o memdevice, ormat the external or internthe device.
service inormation to be sent to a Location Managerservice or testing. This is or application development.
Samsung Apps- : Select a network connection (Wi-Fior packet switched data network) to get application
update notifcation rom Samsung Apps.
Accounts & syncChange the settings or the auto sync eature or manageaccounts or synchronization.
Background data : Select this setting to use the autosync eature. The auto sync will run in the background
without opening applications synchronize data.Auto-sync : Set the device to synchronize contact,calendar, and email data automatically.
Language & keyboardChange the settings or text input.
SearchChange Google Search settings.
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Select localeSelect a display language or all meand a writing language or all text e
SwypeLanguage : Select a language or
You cannot enter text in somtext, you should change the wo the supported languages.
Auto-spacing : Set the device to a
space between words.Auto-capitalization : Set the devcapitalize the rst letter ater a nsuch as a period, question mark, o
Google search settings :
Show web suggestions- : Set the device to displaysuggestions while you are entering a keyword.
Search history- : Set the device to show the search
history o your Google account.Manage search history- : Manage the search history oyour Google account.
Searchable items : Select the types o items to includein your search.
Clear search shortcuts : Clear the inormation romrecent searches.
Tutorial : Learn how to enter text keyboard.
Version : View version inormatio
Word Prediction : Set the device to predict wordsaccording to your input and display word suggestions.
Enable Tip Indicator : Activate the indicator or quickh l
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DioPen Chinese IMEVibrate on keypress : Set the devtouch a key.
Sound on keypress : Set the devitouch a key.
Show suggestions : Set the devicsuggestions while you are enterin
Detail setting : Customize the setChinese IME keypad, such as wordcheck, and auto space when Shoselected.
Recognize delay time : Select a rHandwriting mode.
help.
Audio Feedback : Turn audio or the Swype keyboardon or o.
Vibrate on keypress : Set the device to vibrate when you
touch a key.Display Trace : Set how long the trace o your draggingwill display on the keyboard.
Word Choice Window : Set how oten the word list willdisplay.
Speed vs. Accuracy : Set the balance or the speed andaccuracy.
Auto-select word ater : Set the timeout to insert wordsautomatically.
Swype Help : Access help inormation or using theSwype keyboard.
Keypad sweeping : Enable the swkeypad input method. You can enkeys instead o tapping.
A t it li ti S t th d
Pen thickness : Select a line thickness or Handwritingmode.
Pen color : Select a line color or Handwriting mode.
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Auto-capitalization : Set the devcapitalize the rst letter ater a nsuch as a period, question mark, o
Handwriting settings : Customiz
Handwriting mode, such as recogthickness, or pen color.
Tutorial : Learn how to enter text keypad.
AccessibilitySet a type or intensity o the vibratio
You can install accessibility applicatTalkback or Kickback.
Use Fuzzy : Set the device to use the Fuzzy settings.
Fuzzy settings : Customize the Fuzzy settings.
About : View DioPen Chinese IME inormation.
Samsung keypadKeypad types : Select the deault input method, such asthe QWERTY keypad, traditional keypad, or handwritingscreen.
Writing language : Select a language or text input.
XT9 : Activate XT9 mode to enter text using Predictiveinput mode.
XT9 advanced settings : Activate the advanced eatureso XT9 mode, such as auto completion, auto correction,or auto substitution, and set up your own word list.
Date & timeAccess and alter the ollowing settinand date are displayed on your dev
Text-to-speechChange the settings or the text-to-speech eature thatreads aloud text rom messages or applications that
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and date are displayed on your dev
Automatic : Automatically updatemove across time zones.
Set date : Set the current date ma
Select time zone : Set your homeSet time : Set the current time ma
Use 24-hour ormat : Set to the ti24-hour ormat.
Select date ormat : Select a date
About phoneAccess inormation about your devistatus, and learn how to use your de
reads aloud text rom messages or applications thatsupport the eature.
Listen to an example : Listen to the spoken text or anexample.
Install voice data : Download and install voice data orthe text-to-speech eature.
Always use my settings : Set the device to use thesettings you speciy in applications rather than thedeault settings.
Speech rate : Select a speed or the text-to-speecheature.
Language : Select a language or the text-to-speech
eature.
TroubleshootingWhen you turn on your device or while you are
Code Try this to solve
Your SIM or USIusually as a resu
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When you turn on your device or while you areusing the device, it prompts you to enter one othe ollowing codes:
Code Try this to solve the problem:
PasswordWhen the device lock eature isenabled, you must enter the passwordyou set or the device.
PIN
When using the device or the rsttime or when the PIN requirementis enabled, you must enter the PINsupplied with the SIM or USIM card.
You can disable this eature by usingthe Lock SIM card menu.
PUKy
PIN incorrectly smust enter the service provider
PIN2
When you accethe PIN2, you msupplied with thFor details, contprovider.
Your device displays "Service"Network error"
When you are in areas with weak reception, you may lose receptionand try again.
You cannot access some options Contact your service provider or
Your device reezes or has a
I your device reezes or hangs, you programs or reset the device to reg
d d
The touch screen responds slowly orimproperly
I your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is
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your device is rozen and unresponVolume key up and [ ] simultanThe device will reboot automaticall
I this does not solve the problem, p
reset.
In Idle mode, open the applicatioSettingsPrivacyFactory dphoneEraseeverything.
When the device is turned o, simVolume key up and down, and than exclamation mark appears, prereboot.
ynot responding properly, try the ollowing:
Remove any protective covers rom the touch screen.Protective covers may prevent the device romrecognising your inputs and are not recommended ortouch screen devices.
Ensure that your hands are clean and dry when tappingthe touch screen.
Restart your device to clear any temporary sotwarebugs.
Ensure that your device sotware is upgraded to thelatest version.
I the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Center.
Others cannot hear you spea
Ensure that you are not covering microphone.
Calls are being dropped
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception,you may lose your connection to the network. Move to
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Ensure that the microphone is clo
I using a headset, ensure that it is
Audio quality is poor
Ensure that you are not blocking antenna.
When you are in areas with weak reception, you may lose receptionand try again.
When dialing rom contacts,
connectedEnsure that the correct number islist.
Re-enter and save the number, i
another area and try again.
Outgoing calls are not connected
Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key.
Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.
Ensure that you have not set call barring or the phonenumber you are dialing.
Incoming calls are not connected
Ensure that your device is turned on.
Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.
Ensure that you have not set call barring or theincoming phone number.
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Error messages appear whenles
Some music les may not play on yd i i I
Error messages appear when launching the FMradio
The FM radio application on your Samsung mobile deviceh h d bl Wi h h d
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device or a variety o reasons. I youmessages when opening music leollowing:
Free some memory by transerrindeleting les rom your device.
Ensure that the music le is not DManagement (DRM)-protected. Iprotected, ensure that you have tor key to play the le.
Ensure that your device supports
uses the headset cable as an antenna. Without a headsetconnected, the FM radio will be unable to receive radiostations. To use the FM radio, rst ensure that the headsetis properly connected. Next, scan or and save the available
radio stations.I you still cannot use the FM radio ater perorming thesesteps, try accessing your desired station with another radioreceiver. I you can hear the station with another receiver,your device may require service. Contact a SamsungService Center.
Another Bluetooth device is not located
Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless eature is activated onyour device.
E h h Bl h i l i i d
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Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless eature is activated onthe device you wish to connect to, i necessary.
Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth deviceare within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 meters).
I the tips above do not solve the problem, contact aSamsung Service Center.
A connection is not established when youconnect the device to a PC
Ensure that the PC data cable you are using is compatiblewith your device.
Ensure that you have the proper drivers installed andupdated on your PC.
Saety and usageinormation
Protect your hearing
Excessive exposure to soucause hearing damage. Aldown beore plugging the
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Safety an
This saety and usage inormation should be ollowed tosaely use your device.
Saety warnings
Keep your device away rom small children andpetsKeep your device and all accessories out o the reach romsmall children or pets. Small parts may cause choking orserious injury i swallowed.
down beore plugging thesource and use only the mnecessary to hear your con
Install mobile devices and eqcautionEnsure that any mobile devices or relain your vehicle are securely mounted.device and accessories near or in an aImproperly installed wireless equipmeinjury when air bags infate rapidly.
Handle and dispose o battewith careUse only Samsung-approved batterspecically designed or your deviceand chargers can cause serious injudevice.
Turn o the device in potentenvironmentsDo not use your device at reueling poor near uels or chemicals Turn o you
Never dispose o batteries or devices in a re. Follow all localregulations when disposing o used batteries or devices.
Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices,such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may
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or near uels or chemicals. Turn o youdirected by warning signs or instructiocause explosions o