GT-S5570 user manual
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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) ....................... 16 Getting started . .................................... 17 Turn your device on and off ............................
Communication .................................... 36 Personal information ........................... 64 Calling . ................................................................. 36 Messaging ........................................................... 40 Google Mail ......................................................... 42 Email ..................................................................... 43 Talk ........................................................................ 45 Social Hub . ......
YouTube ............................................................... 78 News & Weather ................................................. 80 Samsung Apps ................................................... 80 Market .................................................................. 81 Connectivity .......................................... 82 Bluetooth . ........................................................... 82 Wi-Fi ......................................................................
Sound ................................................................... 97 Display . ................................................................ 97 Location and security ....................................... 98 Applications ........................................................ 99 Accounts and sync . ........................................ 100 Privacy ............................................................... 100 SD card and phone storage . ........................ 100 Locale and text .....
Assembling Unpack Check your product box for the following items: • • • • Mobile device Battery Travel adapter (charger) Quick Start Guide Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. • The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, 1 2 If the device is on, press and hold [ ] and select Power off → OK to turn it off. 3 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Remove the back cover. If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can only use your device’s non-network services and some menus. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
4 Insert the battery. Charge the battery Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery. You can charge the device with the provided travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable. 5 Replace the back cover. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device. When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery message.
›› Charge with the travel adapter 1 2 Open the cover of the multifunction jack. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the multifunction jack. Connecting the travel adapter improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. 12 Assembling 3 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet. • You can use the device while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.
4 When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet. Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter. Doing this may cause damage to the device. To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use. The travel adapter does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the travel adapter from the outlet to interrupt the power supply.
Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card. 1 2 Open the cover to the memory card slot on the side of the device. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. • Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards.
›› Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, select → Settings → SD card and phone storage → Unmount SD card → OK. Open the cover to the memory card slot on the side of the device. Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device. Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot. ›› Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device.
Attach a hand strap (optional) 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. 3 Replace the back cover.
Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, 1 2 Get to know your device ›› Device layout Proximity sensor Earpiece Press and hold [ ]. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and select Power off → OK. • Follow all posted warnings and directions from official personnel when in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Multifunction jack ›› Keys Key Function Headset jack Camera lens Power/Lock key Memory card slot Back cover Internal antenna Power/ Lock Menu Home Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus (press and hold); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on the current screen; Open the quick search bar (press and hold). Return to the idle screen; Open the list of recent applications (press and hold). Back Return to the previous screen.
›› Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.
Icon Definition Icon Definition Mobile AP activated Music playback in progress No SIM or USIM card Music playback paused New text or multimedia message FM radio turned on in the background New email message Error occurred or caution required Battery power level New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated Flight mode activated Vibration mode activated 20 Getting started 10:00 Current time
Use the touch screen • For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. • Your touch screen has a layer that detects small • To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
• Drag and drop: Tap and hold your finger on an item, and Get to know the idle screen • Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle screen. From the idle screen, you can view your device’s status and access applications. then drag your finger to move the item. in or out while viewing photos or web pages. • Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use the device for a specified period. • You can adjust the backlight time.
• Shortcuts: Add shortcuts to items, such as applications, bookmarks, and contacts. • Folders: Create a new folder or add folders for your contacts. • Wallpapers: Set a background image. ›› Move items on the idle screen 1 2 Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears grey. Drag the item to the location you want. ›› Remove items from the idle screen 1 2 3 Tap and hold an item to remove. The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen. Drag the item to the trash bin.
›› Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, press [ ] → Edit. You can also place your two fingers on the screen and pinch to switch to Edit mode. Add or remove panels by using the following features: • To remove a panel, tap and hold the thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the trash bin at the bottom of the screen. • To add a new panel, select .
4 Press [ ] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home key to return to the idle screen. Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically switch to landscape view. To set the interface to keep the orientation when you rotate the device, select Settings → Display → Auto-rotate screen.
›› Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than one application at the same time. However, multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs using the task manager. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Task manager → Active applications. The list of all the applications currently running on your device appears. To close an application, select End.
›› Switch to Silent mode To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following: • In Idle mode, open the application list and select Keypad and tap and hold . → • Press and hold [ ] and select Silent mode. You can set the device to alert you to various events in Silent mode. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound → Vibrate → Always or Only in Silent mode. When you switch to Silent mode, will appear in place of .
›› Adjust the brightness of the display 1 2 3 • Once you set a screen lock, your device will require an unlock code each time you turn it on or unlock the touch screen. • If you forget your PIN or password, bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security codes or private information or other damages caused by illegal software. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Display → Brightness.
4 5 6 Select Continue. Draw a pattern again to confirm. Select Confirm. Set an unlock PIN code 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock → PIN. Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Continue. Enter the PIN again and select OK. Set an unlock password 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock → Password. Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select OK.
Enter text 2 You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen. 3 Pause on the second character for a moment and drag the finger to the next character. Continue until you have finished the word. You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages. ► p. 101 ›› Change the keyboard type You can change the keyboard type.
You can also use the following keys: 1 2 3 Number Number 4 5 6 6 Function 1 Change case. 2 Switch between Symbol mode and ABC/ Number mode. 3 Insert a space. 4 Delete characters. 5 Start a new line. Function Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language. • To hide the Swype keyboard, press [ ].
You can also use the following keys: 1 2 3 Number 1 2 3 Number 4 5 6 7 Function Change case. Switch between Number/Symbol mode and ABC mode. Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language. 32 Getting started Function 4 Clear your input. 5 Start a new line. 6 7 Access the keypad settings; Change the text input method (tap and hold).
›› Copy and paste text Download applications from Android Market 1 2 3 4 5 Place the cursor on the text you want to copy. Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applications. 6 In another application, place the cursor where you want to paste the text.
›› Uninstall an application 1 2 3 From the Android Market home screen, select My apps. Select the item you want to delete. Select Uninstall → OK. Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web, your device saves them in a memory card. Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device. To lessen your risk, only download files from sources you trust. Some media files include Digital Rights Management to protect copyrights.
›› Set up a server account 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Accounts and sync. Select Add account → an account type. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. For online community services, such as Facebook or MySpace, enter your user name and password and select Log in. ›› Activate automatic sync 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Accounts and sync. 3 4 Select an account.
Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. Make a call 1 2 3 ›› Make and answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end, or reject calls. When you turn on the proximity sensor, your device automatically turns off and locks the touch screen to prevent accidental inputs when you hold the device near your face. ► p.
Reject a call • To place a call on hold or retrieve a held call during a call, When a call comes in, drag left until it reaches the dot. The caller will hear a busy tone. • To end a call, press the headset button. Call an international number ›› Use options during a call 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Keypad, and tap and hold 0 to insert the + character. Enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code and phone number), and then select to dial the number.
• To open the dialling screen, select Dialpad. • To listen and talk to the other party via a Bluetooth headset, select Headset. • To turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you, select Mute. • To activate the speakerphone feature, select Speaker. In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature. For better audio performance, use the normal phone mode. • To switch between the two calls, select Swap.
2 3 Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select OK. Select FDN list and add contacts to be used in FDN mode. Set call forwarding Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area.
3 Select a log to view its details. From the detail view, you can dial the number, send a message to the number or add the number to the phonebook. Messaging Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider.
3 4 Select contacts and select Add. 5 Select → an option and add an item. You can select a file from the file list or create a new photo, video, or sound. 6 7 Select Tap to compose and enter your message text. To insert emoticons, press [ ] → Insert smiley. Press [ ] → Add subject and add a subject for the message. Select Send to send the message. ›› View a text or multimedia message 1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select .
Google Mail You can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail™ to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox screen appears. The total number of unread messages displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold. If you have labelled a message, its label appears in a coloured rectangle on the message. • This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. • This Google Mail menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider.
• To add a star to the message, select . • To view an attachment, select Preview. To save it to your memory card, select Download. • To archive the message, select Archive. • To delete the message, select Delete. • To move to the previous or next message, select . ›› Organise email by labels or You can organise your email by labelling your messages or adding stars to mark important messages. You can sort messages by label filter.
2 3 Enter your email address and password. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. Select Next (for general email accounts) or Manual setup (for other company email accounts). When you are finished setting up the email account, the email messages are downloaded to your device. If you have created more than two accounts, you can switch between email accounts; Press [ ] → Accounts and select one you want to retrieve messages from.
›› View an email message • To move the message to another folder, press [ When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view new messages. After retrieving email messages, you can view them offline. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email → an email account. Press [ ] → Refresh to update the message list. Select an email message. ]→ Move to folder. • To load images from the message, press [ ] → Show pictures.
2 3 Press [ ] → Add friend. Enter an email address of the friend and select Send invitation. When your friend accepts the invitation, the friend is added to your friend list. ›› Start a chat 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Talk. Enter your message and select Send. To insert emoticons, press [ ] → More → Insert smiley. To switch between active chats, press [ chats.
Entertainment ›› Capture a photo Camera 2 3 Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 pixels (3.2 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. To use the camera, you must first insert a memory card. • The camera interface appears only in the landscape orientation. • Tap the screen to hide or display icons in the viewfinder. • The camera automatically turns off when you do not use it for a specified period.
Number 1 Function Check the camera status and settings. • : Resolution • : Exposure metre type • : Number of photos you can take (according to available memory) • : Storage location 2 Change the shooting mode. 3 Change the scene mode. 4 Adjust the brightness. 5 Change the camera settings. 6 Switch to the camcorder. 7 Capture a photo. 8 View the photo you captured last. 48 Entertainment 4 Press the Volume key to zoom in or out.
›› Capture a photo by using preset ›› Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes. You can simply select the proper mode for your shooting condition and subjects. 1 options for various scenes For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure. 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select → a scene.
›› Capture a series of photos ›› Capture a panoramic photo 1 1 You can easily take a series of photos of moving subjects. This is useful when you are photographing children at play or a sporting event. 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select → Continuous. Make any necessary adjustments. Tap and hold . The camera will continue to take photos until you release the key.
›› Capture a combined photo You can take two photos with the same background and then combine the left and right halves of each photo into one photo. This feature is helpful when you want to take a photo with a friend but there is no one available to take the photo for you. The preview image appears enlarged in this mode, but files are saved and maintained at normal image quality. 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. 6 7 8 Select to take the first photo.
Option Function Effects Apply a special effect, such as sepia or black and white tones. Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos. Adjust Adjust contrast, saturation, and sharpness. Before taking a photo, select following settings: Setting Guidelines Review 52 Entertainment Setting → to access the Function Display the guidelines on the preview screen. Set the camera to display the taken image.
›› Record a video 1 2 3 4 Number In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Select to switch to the camcorder. 1 Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 2 Function Check the camcorder status and settings.
5 6 7 Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. The zoom function may be unavailable when recording in the highest resolution. Select to start recording. • • • • to view the recorded To view more videos, scroll left or right. To send a video to others, select Share. To play a video, select Play. To delete a video, select Delete. 54 Entertainment Before recording a video, select following options: Option Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically.
Before recording a video, select following settings: Setting Guidelines → to access the Function Display the guidelines on the preview screen. Audio recording Turn the audio on or off. Review Set the camera to display the recorded video. Reset Reset menus and shooting options. Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved on your memory card. ›› Supported file formats Type Image Video Format Extension: bmp, gif, jpg, png, wbmp, agif • Extension: 3gp, mp4 • Codec: MPEG4, H.263, H.
›› View a photo 1 2 3 4 ›› Play a video In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery. Select a folder. To change the view mode, select right of the screen. or at the top Select a photo (with no icon) to view. While viewing a photo, use the following options: • To view more photos, scroll left or right. • To zoom in or out, select or . You can also tap the screen with two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out).
Music ›› Add music files to your memory card Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with the music player. The music player supports the following file formats: mp3, ogg, aac. • Download from the wireless web. ► p. 71 • Download from a PC with the optional Samsung Kies. To use the music player, you must first insert a memory card.
3 Control playback with the following keys: 1 5 Number Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating one file, or repeating all files). 3 4 6 2 Number 1 2 1 Function 5 1 3 7 6 4 8 7 Open the playlist. 8 Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar.
• You can control playback with a headset: Press the headset button to play or pause playback. You can also press and hold the headset button to launch the music player. • SRS CS Headphone™ delivers a 5.1 surround sound experience over standard headphones or earbuds when listening to multichannel content, such as DVD movies. • WOW HD™ significantly improves the playback quality of audio, delivering a dynamic 3D entertainment experience with deep, rich bass and high frequency clarity for crisp detail.
›› Customise music player settings 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music. Select a category → a music file. Press [ ] → Settings. Adjust the following settings to customise your music player: Option 5.1 channel Equaliser 60 Entertainment Function Set whether or not to activate the virtual 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Select a default equaliser type. FM radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio.
3 Control the FM radio with the following keys: 1 2 3 3 Function 1 Turn off or on the FM radio. 2 Fine-tune the frequency. 3 Search for an available radio station. Function 4 Add the current radio station to the favourites list. 5 Adjust the volume. ›› Save a radio station automatically 1 2 4 Number Number 5 3 Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM radio. Press [ ] → Scan → a scanning option.
›› Add a radio station to the favourites list 1 2 3 4 5 Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM radio. Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list. You can add a name for a radio station or remove a radio station; Tap and hold a radio station on the favourites list and select Remove or Rename.
Option Show station ID Alternative frequency FM auto off Function Set whether or not to show the station ID on the FM radio screen; Station IDs are available only from radio stations that provide this information. Set whether or not the FM radio attempts to retune a radio station when the current signal is weak. Set the FM radio to automatically turn off after a specified length of time.
Personal information 1 Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. 2 3 4 ›› Create a contact In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select . . Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact. 64 Personal information Enter contact information.
›› Find a contact 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select 3 . Scroll up or down on the contact list. Select a contact’s name. ›› Create your namecard Once you find a contact, you can: • • • • call the contact by selecting a phone number. send a message by selecting Message. send an email message by selecting an email address. edit the contact information by pressing [ ] → Edit.
›› Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Press [ . ] → Get friends. Select an account. ›› Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send messages or email to an entire group. Start by creating a group.
›› Import or export contacts To import contact files (in vcf format) from a memory card to your device, 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select 4 Select an option for importing a single contact file, multiple contact files, or all contact files, and select OK. 5 Press [ . ] → Import/Export → Import from SD card. Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact. Select contact files to import and select OK.
Calendar ›› View events Learn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthly events, and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. To change the calendar view, 1 ›› Create an event 2 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Press [ ] → More → Create. Enter the details of the event as required. Select Done. 68 Personal information In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Press [ ] and select Day, Week, or Month.
›› Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time. 1 2 Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen. 3 To snooze or dismiss the reminder, select Snooze all or Dismiss all. Select a reminder to view more details about the event. Memo Learn to record important information to save and view at a later date. ›› Create a memo 1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Memo.
Voice recorder Learn to operate your device's voice recorder. To use the voice recorder, you must first insert a memory card. ›› Record a voice memo 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice recorder. Select Record to start recording. Speak into the microphone. When you are finished recording a memo, select Stop. Your memo is saved automatically. To record more voice memos, select Record from the bottom of the screen.
Web Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the ›› Browse web pages 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet to launch a specified homepage. To access a specific web page, select the URL input field, enter the web address of the web page, and select .
Number 1 2 Function Enter the web address of a web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: • To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen. You can also use the two finger zoom; Place your two fingers on the screen and slowly pinch or spread apart. • To open a new window, press [ ] → New window. • To view the currently active windows, press [ ] → Windows.
›› Bookmark your favourite web pages • To edit the bookmark details, select Edit bookmark. • To add the bookmark shortcut to the idle screen, select 1 • To send the web address of the web page to others, If you know the web address of a web page, you can manually add a bookmark. To add a bookmark, 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet. Select → Bookmarks. Select Add or press [ page. ] → Bookmark last-viewed Enter a page title and a web address. Select OK.
2 3 Select → Most visited or History. Do not touch the internal antenna area or cover this area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions. Select a web page to access. You can add a web page to the bookmark list by selecting the star icon on the right. Maps Learn to use Google Maps™ to find your location, search the map for streets, cities, or countries, and get directions.
2 Adjust the following settings to activate location services: Option Use wireless networks Use GPS satellites Function Set to use WLAN and/or mobile networks for finding your location. Set to use the GPS satellite for finding your location. ›› Search for a specific location 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Maps. The map will display your current location. If you are launching this application for the first time, select OK to confirm. 3 4 Press [ ] → Search.
3 4 5 6 7 Enter the addresses of the starting location and the ending location. To enter an address from your contact list or point the location on the map, select → Contacts or Point on map. Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select Go. Select a travel route to view details of your trip (if necessary). Select . When you are finished, press [ Map. ] → More → Clear Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view friends’ locations via Google Latitude™.
Places Navigation Learn to search for a place around you. Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Places. 1 Select a category. Your device searches for places around your current location that are related to the category. Select a place name to view its details. To view the place on the map, select .
• Contacts: Select your destination from addresses of YouTube • Starred Places: Select your destination from the list Learn to view and upload videos via YouTube. your contacts. 4 5 Select Install to use voice-guided navigation. To end the navigation, press [ ] → Exit Navigation. Google Search You can search for applications in your device and specific data on the web. 1 2 3 This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. of your starred places.
5 Control playback with the following keys: 2 ›› Upload videos 1 2 1 Number 1 2 Function Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. Change the quality of the display. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube. Press [ ] → Upload and select a video. Skip to 8. If you want to upload new videos, select to turn on the camera. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to landscape view. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. Select to start recording.
News & Weather Learn to view the weather information and read top news and other news articles. ›› View the weather information 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select News & Weather. Select Weather at the top of the screen. Your device searches for your current location and displays the weather information. You can change the location to view the weather information in another region. Press [ ] → Settings → Weather settings and clear the check box next to Use My Location.
Your device gets smarter with fully optimised applications from Samsung Apps. Explore amazing applications and make your mobile life even better. • The feature may be unavailable depending on 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Market. Search for a file and download it to the device. ► p. 33 your region or service provider. • For details, please visit www.samsungapps.com. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Samsung Apps.
Connectivity • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced. • Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device.
›› Find and pair with other Bluetooth- ›› Send data using the Bluetooth wireless 1 1 2 3 enabled devices In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and networks → Bluetooth settings → Scan devices. Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK. Alternatively, select Accept to match the PIN between your device and the device.
2 3 When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK (if necessary). Select Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device (if necessary). Received data is saved to the bluetooth folder. Wi-Fi Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standards.
›› Add a WLAN manually 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and networks → Wi-Fi settings → Add Wi-Fi network. Enter the SSID for the network and select the security type. Set the security settings depending on the selected security type. ›› Activate the mobile AP feature 1 2 3 Select Mobile AP to activate the mobile AP feature. Select Mobile AP settings → Configure mobile AP to customise the mobile AP feature: Option Select Save.
USB tethering PC connections You can set your device as a wireless modem for PCs and share your device's mobile network connection via USB. Learn to connect your device to a PC with a PC data cable in various USB connection modes. By connecting the device to a PC, you can transfer data to and from your device directly and use the Samsung Kies program. 1 2 3 Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC.
›› Connect as a mass storage device You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory. If you insert a memory card in the device, you can also access the file directory of the memory card by using the device as a memory card reader. The file directory of the memory card will appear as a removable disk, separate from the internal memory. 1 2 3 If you want to transfer files from or to a memory card, insert a memory card into the device.
VPN connections You can create virtual private networks (VPN) and connect to your private network securely through a public network, such as the internet. Your device should already be configured with internet access. If you have trouble accessing the internet, you need to edit connections. If you are not sure about the connection information to enter, ask your service provider.
Option Set user certificate Set CA certificate DNS search domains 4 ›› Connect to a private network Function Select a user certificate that the VPN server uses to identify you. You can import certificates from the VPN server or download from the web. Select a certificate authority (CA) certificate that the VPN server uses to identify you. You can import certificates from the VPN server or download from the web. Enter the domain name server (DNS) address.
Tools ›› Set a new alarm Clock 2 3 4 1 Learn to use clock display on the Idle screen, and set and control alarms for important events. ›› Use the clock display 1 2 90 Tools Select → Add alarm or press [ ] → Add alarm. Set alarm details. When you are finished, select Done. ›› Stop an alarm In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock. While using the clock display, use the following features: • To create or delete an alarm, select .
Calculator 1 Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. 2 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Press [ ] → Advanced panel to use scientific calculator. My files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored on your memory card.
Quickoffice Learn to view Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF files on your memory card. ›› Open a Quickoffice document 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Quickoffice. Select a Quickoffice program. Select SD Card → a document file. To create and edit Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files, create a Quickoffice account and purchase a licence. ›› Update Quickoffice You can download program updates, new Quickoffice products, or special offers.
Task manager Voice Search With the task manager, you can view currently running applications, package size of applications, and memory information, and monitor the RAM memory. Learn to use the voice command feature to dial a number, send a message, or search for locations and information by voice. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Task manager. Use the following options: • Active applications: View the list of all the applications currently running on your device.
Settings ›› Wi-Fi settings Access the Settings menu 1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select • Add Wi-Fi network: Add WLAN APs manually. 2 Settings. Select a setting category and select an option. Wireless and networks Change the settings for wireless network connections. ›› Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. 94 Settings • Wi-Fi: Turn the WLAN feature on or off. ► p.
›› Tethering and portable hotspot • USB tethering: Activate the USB tethering feature to share your device's mobile network connection with PCs via USB. When connected to a PC, your device is used as a wireless modem for a PC. ► p. 86 • Mobile AP: Activate the mobile AP feature to share your device's mobile network connection with PCs or other devices through the WLAN feature. ► p. 85 • Mobile AP settings: Change the settings to customise the mobile AP feature.
Call settings Customise the settings for calling features. ›› Fixed Dialing Numbers • Enable FDN: Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to numbers in the FDN list. You must enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card. • Change PIN2: Change the PIN2, which is used to protect the primary PIN. • FDN list: Set up a list of contacts for fixed dialling. ›› Voice mail service Select your service provider's voicemail service.
Sound • Audible selection: Set the device to sound when you Change the settings for various sounds on your device. • Screen lock sounds: Set the device to sound when you • Silent mode: Activate the silent mode to mute all • • • • • sounds except media sounds and alarm ringtones. Vibrate: Set when the device will vibrate for various events. Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, alarm ringtones, system sound, and notification ringtones.
• Auto-rotate screen: Set whether or not to rotate the content automatically when the device is rotated. • Animation: Set the device to display animation when you switch between windows. • Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display's backlight. • Horizontal calibration: Calibrate the accelerometer to adjust the horizontal axis of the device for better motion recognition.
• Use secure credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications. • Install from SD card: Install encrypted certificates that are stored on a memory card. • Set password: Create and confirm a password for accessing credentials. • Clear storage: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password. Applications Change the settings for managing installed applications. • Unknown sources: Select to download applications from any source.
• Samsung Apps: Select a network connection (WLAN or packet switched data network) to get application update notification from Samsung Apps. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. • Background data: Select this setting to use the auto sync feature. The auto sync will run in the background without opening applications and synchronise data.
Locale and text • Word prediction: Set the device to predict words Change the settings for text input. • Audio feedback: Set to alert you when there are no ›› Select language according to your input and display word suggestions. Select a display language for all menus and applications. • ›› Select input method • Select a default keyboard type for text input. ›› Swype • Language: Select a language for text input. You cannot enter text in some languages.
• Speed vs. accuracy: Set the balance for the speed and accuracy. • Swype help: Access help information for using the Swype keyboard. • Tutorial: Learn how to enter text faster with the Swype keyboard. • Version: View version information. ›› Samsung keypad • Portrait keypad types: Select the default input method, such as the QWERTY keyboard, traditional keypad, or handwriting screen. • Input languages: Select languages for text input. You cannot enter text in some languages.
• Auto-full stop: Set the device to insert a period when you double-tap the space bar. • Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. Voice input and output ›› Text-to-speech settings • Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an • Change the settings for the voice recognition and the textto-speech feature. • ›› Voice recognition settings • • Language: Select a language for the Google voice recognition.
Accessibility Change the settings for accessibility features. • Accessibility: Activate an accessibility application you have downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provides voice, melody, or vibration feedback. • The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when you press [ ]. Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how time and date are displayed on your device: • Automatic: Automatically update the time when you move across time zones.
Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Password PIN Try this to solve the problem: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device. When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu.
The touch screen responds slowly or improperly If your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly, try the following: • Remove any protective covers from the touch screen. • • • • Protective covers may prevent the device from recognising your inputs and are not recommended for touch screen devices. Ensure that your hands are clean and dry when tapping the touch screen. Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
Outgoing calls are not connected Audio quality is poor • 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 for the phone • Ensure that you are not blocking the device's internal number you are dialling. 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 for the incoming phone number.
The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off Error messages appear when launching the camera • The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold- Your Samsung mobile 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: coloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try charging the battery again.
Error messages appear when launching the FM radio Error messages appear when opening music files The FM radio application on your Samsung mobile device uses the headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset connected, the FM radio will be unable to 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. Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile device for a variety of reasons.
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.
Safety precautions Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the battery To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before using your device. Do not charge the battery with chargers that are not approved by the manufacturer Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and explosion Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is increased.
• • Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated. Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage • • • • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures.
Do not use your device in a hospital or near medical equipment that can be interfered with by radio frequency If you personally use any medical equipment, contact the manufacturer of the equipment to ensure the safety of your equipment from radio frequency. If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your hearing aid.
• • • • • • Position your device within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless device without removing your eyes from the road. If you receive an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you. Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers.
Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas Do not store your device near magnetic fields Dust can cause your device to malfunction. • Do not store your device on slopes • If your device falls, it can be damaged. Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C • • • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life • • • • Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten battery life. Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use. Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use. Use batteries only for their intended purposes. Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories and supplies • • Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device to malfunction.
Use caution when using the device while walking or moving Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself or others. Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around your waist You can be injured or damage the device if you fall. Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device • • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre.
Install mobile devices and equipment with caution • • Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle are securely mounted. Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause serious injury when air bags inflate rapidly.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information Your device conforms to European Union (EU) standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio and telecommunications equipment. These standards prevent the sale of mobile devices that exceed a maximum exposure level (known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR) of 2.0 W/kg. During testing, the maximum SAR recorded for this model was 0.961 W/kg.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product Disclaimer (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006/66.
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Index access codes 105 airplane mode 17 alarms creating 90 stopping 90 battery charging 11 installing 9 Bluetooth activating 82 finding and pairing with devices 83 receiving data 83 sending data 83 brightness, display 28 122 Index calculator 91 calendar creating events 68 viewing events 68 call forwarding 39 call log 39 calls answering 36 forwarding 39 international numbers 37 making 36 rejecting 37 using headset 37 using options during voice 37 viewing missed 38 waiting 39 call waiting 39 camera
device customising 26 indicator icons 19 keys 18 layout 17 settings 94 shortcuts panel 23 turning on or off 17 downloads applications 33 files 34 email sending 44 setting accounts 43 viewing 45 file manager 91 fixed dialling number mode 38 FM radio listening to 60 saving stations 61 gallery file formats 55 playing videos 56 viewing photos 56 Google Mail 42 Google Maps 74 Google Search 78 Google Talk 45 idle screen adding items 22 adding panels 24 internet see web browser language 101 latitude
multimedia messages sending 40 viewing 41 music player adding files 57 creating playlists 59 playing music 57 news and weather 80 PC connections mass storage 87 Samsung Kies 86 phonebook creating contacts 64 creating groups 66 creating your namecard 65 finding contacts 65 124 Index photos capturing 47 capturing a series 50 capturing by scene 49 capturing in smile shot 49 capturing panoramic 50 viewing 56 PIN lock 29 Quickoffice 92 Samsung Apps 80 Samsung Kies 86 settings about phone 104 accessibil
text memos 69 text messages voice mail 41 voice recorder time and date, set 26 touch screen VPN connections sending 40 viewing 41 locking 22 using 21 unpack 9 USIM card installing 9 locking 29 video player 56 videos capturing 53 playing 56 playing 70 recording 70 connecting to 89 creating 88 web browser adding bookmarks 73 browsing web pages 71 WLAN activating 84 finding and connecting to networks 84 YouTube uploading videos 79 watching videos 78 Index 125
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. To install Kies (PC Sync) 1. Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. 2. Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC. Refer to the Kies help for more information.
