GT-I9295 User Manual www.samsung.
About this manual This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and features. • Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. • Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings. • Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.
About this manual • Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications, contact service providers. • Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss.
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Table of Contents Getting started 7 8 9 10 13 15 17 18 18 18 18 34 37 38 38 39 40 42 43 44 45 47 Device layout Buttons Package contents Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Charging the battery Inserting a memory card Turning the device on and off Holding the device Locking and unlocking the device Adjusting the volume Switching to silent mode Communication 48 54 57 59 60 62 62 62 63 Basics 19 20 23 26 27 30 30 31 31 32 33 33 Home screen Locked screen Using applications Applications screen Help
Table of Contents 65 66 67 67 69 70 71 71 Chrome Bluetooth Screen Mirroring Samsung Link Group Play NFC S Beam WatchON 101 103 103 105 106 107 109 110 110 111 111 111 Media 73 75 81 85 87 89 90 Music Camera Gallery Story Album Video YouTube Flipboard Clock Calculator S Health S Translator Voice Recorder S Voice Google Voice Search My Files Downloads TripAdvisor Optical Reader Travel & local 113 Maps 114 Local 115 Navigation Application & media stores Settings 91 92 92 93 116 116 120 133 134 Play
Getting started Device layout Light sensor Proximity/Gesture sensor Notification light Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Menu button Microphone Multipurpose jack Microphone for speakerphone IrLED GPS antenna Headset jack Rear camera Flash Volume button Back cover Speaker Main antenna 7
Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos. • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. Maintaining water and dust resistance This device is resistant to water and dust when all compartments are closed tightly. Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device.
Getting started Button Home Back Volume Function • Press to return to the Home screen. • Press and hold to open the list of recent applications. • Press to return to the previous screen. • Press and hold to activate or deactivate Multi Window. • Press to adjust the device volume. Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Device • Battery • Quick start guide • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider.
Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • Only microSIM cards work with the device. • Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider. 1 Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
Getting started 3 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place. • Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna. • Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card.
Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
Getting started Charging the battery Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. • When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low battery power message.
Getting started • The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.
Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. • Close unnecessary applications with the task manager. • Deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. • Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
Getting started 1 2 3 4 Remove the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place. Replace the back cover. Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → More → Storage → Unmount SD card. 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Replace the back cover.
Getting started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → More → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card → Erase everything. Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period.
Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.
Basics Icon Meaning Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Motions and gestures → Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation.
Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Holding to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
Basics Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image. Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback.
Basics Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Palm motions Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen. Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Motions and gestures → Palm motion, and then drag the Palm motion switch to the right. Sweeping Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot.
Basics Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Air Gesture Use this feature to control functions without touching the screen. Before using this feature, make sure the air gesture feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Motions and gestures → Air gesture, and then drag the Air gesture switch to the right. The device may not recognise your gestures if you perform them too far from the device or while wearing dark-coloured clothes, such as gloves.
Basics Air jump While viewing emails or webpages, move your hand up or down across the sensor to scroll the page up or down. Air browse Move your hand to the left or right across the sensor to browse images, webpages, songs, or memos.
Basics Air move Tap and hold an icon with one hand, and then move your other hand to the left or right across the sensor to move the icon to another location. While using the daily or weekly calendar, tap and hold an event, and then move your other hand to the left or right to move the event to another day or week. Air call-accept When a call comes in, move your hand to the left, and then to the right across the sensor to answer the call.
Basics Air View On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Air view, and then drag the Air view switch to the right. Point at an item with your finger to preview the content or view information in a pop-up window. When you point at an area on a webpage for a few seconds, the device magnifies the area. This feature is available only in portrait orientation. Samsung User Manual Samsung Smart Pause On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Smart screen, and then tick Smart pause.
Basics Samsung Smart Scroll On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Smart screen → Smart scroll, and then drag the Smart scroll switch to the right. While viewing emails or webpages, tilt your head downwards or upwards to scroll in that direction. You can also set the device to scroll up or down while tilting the device forwards or backwards. You can enable or disable the signal icon on the screen. When the device recognises the movements of your head or the device, the icon turns green.
Basics Activating Multi Window Use this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time. • Only applications on the Multi Window panel can run. • When launching applications that contain multimedia files, such as music or videos, sound from both files will be played. • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To use Multi Window, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Display, and then tick Multi window.
Basics Using Multi Window applications While using Multi Window applications, tap or and use one of the following: • : Switch locations between Multi Window applications. • : Maximise the window to fit the screen. • : Close the application. Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel.
Basics • Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode. • Screen Mirroring: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature. • Multi window: Set to use Multi Window. The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. To rearrange the options on the notifications panel, open the notifications panel, tap tap and hold an item, and then drag it to another location. → , Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features.
Basics Moving an item Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the item. Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Press the Menu button, and then tap Edit page → .
Basics Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen. On the Home screen, press the Menu button, tap Set wallpaper → Home screen, and then select one of the following: • Gallery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the Internet. • Live wallpapers: See animated images. • Wallpapers: See wallpaper images. Then, select an image and tap Set wallpaper. Or, select an image, resize it by dragging the frame, and then tap Done.
Basics Locked screen The locked screen prevents the device from unwanted operation when not in use and also allows you to add convenient widgets. Adding widgets To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen, and then tick Multiple widgets. You cannot use widgets on the locked screen in easy mode. Drag the widgets panel down to expand it. Scroll right to the last page, tap a widget to add to the locked screen.
Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Opening from recently-used applications Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications. Select an application icon to open. Closing an application Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.
Basics Organising with folders Put related applications together in a folder for convenience. Press the Menu button, tap Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to Create folder. Enter a folder name and then tap OK. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap Save to save the arrangement. Rearranging panels Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use. Using the Samsung keyboard Changing the keyboard layout Tap → Alphabets or Numbers and symbols, and then tap Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.
Basics Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word. Use handwriting gestures to perform actions, such as editing or deleting characters and inserting spaces. To view the gesture guides, tap and hold , and then tap → Help → Use handwriting gestures.
Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, tap and hold at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap Paste. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p.
Basics Forgetting Wi-Fi networks Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer operating system.
Basics Connecting as a media device 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP). Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed. 3 Transfer files between your device and the computer.
Basics Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern. Setting a PIN On the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.
Basics Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Upgrading with Samsung Kies Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer.
Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: • Keypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . • Logs: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages. • Favourites: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts. • Contacts: Make a call from the contacts list. Speed dial numbers For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit.
Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap . During a call The following actions are available: • • • : Select an equaliser option for use during a call.
Communication • Menu button → Contacts: Open the contacts list. • Menu button → Memo: Create a memo. • Menu button → Message: Send a message. • Menu button → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation. • Menu button → Manage conference call: Have a private conversation with one party during a multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call.
Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press and hold the headset button. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards.
Communication Call forwarding The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number. Press the Menu button, tap Call settings → Additional settings → Call forwarding, and then select a call type and condition. Enter a number and tap Enable. Ending a call Tap End call to end a call. Or press the headset button. Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap call.
Communication Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options: • Capture image: Capture the other party’s image. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Record video: Take a video of the other party’s images. • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other party’s prior permission.
Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Creating a contact Tap and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap . Deleting a contact Press the Menu button, and then tap Delete.
Communication Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions: • : Add to favourite contacts. • / : Make a voice or video call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email. Displaying contacts By default, the device shows all saved contacts on the device, the SIM or USIM card, or another account. Press the menu button, and then tap Contacts to display, and then select a location where contacts are saved.
Communication Exporting contacts Press the Menu button, and then tap Import/Export → Export to SIM card, Export to SD card, or Export to USB storage. Sharing contacts Press the Menu button, tap Import/Export → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Press the Menu button, and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search for contacts. • Add to favourites: Add contacts to favourites.
Communication • Delete groups: Select user-added groups, and then tap Delete. Default groups cannot be deleted. • Help: Access help information about using contacts. Sending a message or email to a group’s members Select a group, press the Menu button, tap Send message or Send email, select members, and then tap Done. Business card Create a business card and send it to others. Tap Set up my profile, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal address, and then tap Save.
Communication Use the following methods to make a multimedia message: • Tap and attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others. • Press the Menu button, and then tap Add subject to enter a subject. Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, press the Menu button, and then tap Scheduled message. Set a time and date, and then tap OK. The device will send the message at the specified time and date.
Communication Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another email account, press the Menu button, and then tap Settings → Add account.
Communication Reading messages Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap . Tap a message to read. Add this email address to the contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Open attachments. Forward the message. Delete the message. Reply to all recipients. Go to the previous or next message. Reply to the message. Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap Save to save it.
Communication Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap . Press the Menu button, and then tap Attach picture to attach images. Press the Menu button, and then tap Attach video to attach videos. Press the Menu button, and then tap Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients. Press the Menu button, and then tap Save draft to save the message for later delivery. Press the Menu button, and then tap Discard to start over.
Communication Talk (Hangouts) Use this application to chat with others. Tap Talk (Hangouts) on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting. Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. Tap Google+ on the Applications screen.
Communication ChatON Use this application to chat with any device. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account. Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap Contact sync to manually sync contacts from the device.
Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. Press the Menu button to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address. Opening a new page Press the Menu button, and then tap New window.
Web & network Sharing webpages To share a webpage address with others, press the Menu button, and then tap Share via. To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap Share. Chrome Use this application to search for information and browse webpages. Tap Chrome on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria.
Web & network Bluetooth Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.
Web & network Screen Mirroring Use this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or HomeSync and then share your contents. You can also use this feature with other devices that support the Wi-Fi Miracast feature. • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Miracast-enabled devices that do not support High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) may not be compatible with this feature.
Web & network Sending files Send files to other devices or upload them to web storage services. Select a device, tap , select files, tap Done, and then select a device or web storage. Sharing files Select a device or web storage, tap method. , select files, tap Done, and then select a sharing Playing files on a remote device Select a device or web storage, tap , select a file, and then select a device. • Supported file formats may differ depending on connected devices as a media player.
Web & network Group Play Use this application to share screens with multiple devices. Create or join a Group Play session, and then share images, documents, or music. Tap Group Play on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • While using this application, you cannot use the Internet. Creating a group for Group Play Tap Create group, set a password, and then use the following features: • Share music: Select music files to share.
Web & network NFC Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required applications. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the battery carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna. If the screen is locked, your device will not read NFC tags or receive data.
Web & network S Beam Use this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents. Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → S Beam. Drag the S Beam switch to the right. Select a file, touch the back of your device to the back of the other device, and then tap your device’s screen.
Web & network Connecting to a TV Connect to a TV to display the device’s screen onto a large surface and control the TV remotely with the device. Select a country and a region. Tap → Set Up Now, and then follow the on-screen instructions to register the TV to the device. The steps vary depending on the options you choose. To connect to other devices, press the Menu button, and then tap Settings → My room → Add devices.
Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen. Adjust the volume. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. Set the file as your favourite song. Turn on shuffle.
Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, press the Menu button, and then tap Settings → Smart Volume. When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing. To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, press the Menu button, and then tap Settings → Adapt Sound → On.
Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 81) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • The camera automatically shuts off when unused. • Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.
Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • Auto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo. • Beauty face: Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. • Best photo: Take a series of photos, and then save the best one. • Continuous shot: Take a series of photos of moving subjects.
Media • Eraser: Use this to erase the movements of moving subjects in the background. Tap to take a series of photos. The device erases traces of movement from a moving subject. To restore the original photo, tap Show moving objects, and then tap the highlighted area. To get the best shot, follow these tips. – – Hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos. – – Avoid taking photos of a subject and background with similar colours.
Media Taking videos Taking a video Tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap . While recording, use the following actions: • To change the focus, tap where you want to focus. To focus on the centre of the screen, tap . • To capture an image from the video while recording, tap . The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution. Recording mode Tap → to change recording mode. • Normal: Use this mode for normal quality.
Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video. Share shot Tap → , and then select one of the following: • Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct or NFC.
Media Configuring settings for Camera → to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available Tap in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used. • Photo size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory. • Face detection: Set the device to recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of them. • Metering: Select a metering method.
Media • White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. • Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure. • Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.
Media Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, the Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open it. In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. Select an image to view it in full screen. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.
Media Editing images When viewing an image, press the Menu button and use the following functions: • Favourite: Add the image to favourites. • Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • Photo frame: Use this to write a note below the image. The edited image is saved in the Photo frame folder. • Photo note: Use this to write a note on the back of the image. Tap to edit the note. • Copy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard. • Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection.
Media • Effect: Apply effects to the image. • Portrait: Correct red-eye, adjust and retouch faces, or make background blurry. • Sticker: Attach stickers. • Drawing: Draw on the image. • Frame: Apply frames to the image. Favourite images When viewing an image, press the Menu button, and then tap Favourite to add the image to the favourites list. Deleting images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, press the Menu button, and then tap Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap .
Media Tagging faces Press the Menu button, tap Settings, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face on an image. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages. Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.
Media Creating recommended albums When you take photos at one location, the device automatically sorts your photos into albums based on your specified criteria and suggests making the new albums. Press the Menu button, tap Settings → Home city, and then set a method for recognising your location. Select an album type and set a minimum number of photos. When you take photos that meet the criteria you set, the device will suggest making an album. Tap Create album → From suggestions.
Media Editing images Tap the image of the page in an album. To add a caption, tap . To send the image to others, tap To delete the image, tap . . To apply effects to the image, tap . To start a slideshow, press the Menu button, and then tap Slideshow → Start slideshow. To set the image as an album cover image, press the Menu button, and then tap Set as cover. To rotate the image anticlockwise, press the Menu button, and then tap Rotate left.
Media Playing videos Select a video to play. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. Adjust the volume. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Change screen ratio. Reduce the size of the video screen. Restart the current video or skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Pause and resume playback. Deleting videos Press the Menu button, tap Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete.
Media YouTube Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Watching videos Tap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen. Add the video to the playlist. Search for videos. Send the URL to others. Pause or resume playback.
Media Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To start your Flipboard, flick up on the greeting page, select news topics, and then tap Build Your Flipboard. Select a cover story or a topic, flick through the Flipboard pages, and then select an article to read. While reading an article, use the following icons: • : Go to the previous page.
Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword. Select an application to view information. To download it, tap Install.
Application & media stores Samsung Hub Use this application to purchase and download multimedia content. You can also manage the content on the device. Tap Samsung Hub on the Applications screen. Purchasing multimedia content Select a service category, select media content, and then complete the purchase process. Managing content on the device Select a service category, scroll left, and then manage content on the device.
Application & media stores Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play music by selecting a music category or share songs with others by uploading them to the Google cloud storage.
Utilities S Memo Use this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings. Tap S Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Create memos with enriched content by drawing sketches with your finger or adding images or voice memos. Tap to write or draw on the screen, or tap to enter text with the keyboard. Undo and redo the last action. Jot down or draw a memo. Enter a memo. Erase the memo. Make a voice recording to insert. Append another page to the current memo.
Utilities When jotting down a memo, tap colour. once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen When erasing the handwritten memo, tap Clear all to clear the memo. once more to change the eraser size or tap Save the current setting as a pen profile. Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. View more colours. To change the sheet background, press the Menu button, and then tap Change background. To add tags, press the Menu button, and then tap Add tag.
Utilities To change the order of memos, press the Menu button, and then tap Change order. To move memos to another folder, press the Menu button, and then tap Move. To copy memos, press the Menu button, and then tap Copy. To change the S Memo settings, press the Menu button, and then tap Settings. To access help information for S Memo, press the Menu button, and then tap Help. To back up or restore memos to or from the USB storage, press the Menu button, and then tap Backup and restore.
Utilities Creating events or tasks Tap , and then use one of the following methods: • Add event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting. • Add task: Enter a task with an optional priority setting. • Add memo: Create a handwritten memo to attach to the date. To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with.
Utilities Attaching memos to a date Tap and hold a date to select it and the memo pad appears. Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Google under My accounts → a Google account → Sync Calendar. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap S Planner, press the Menu button, and then tap Sync. To display synced event or tasks, press the Menu button, tap Calendars → Display, tick the Google account, and then tap Done.
Utilities Searching for events Press the Menu button, tap Search, and then enter a keyword to search for. To view today’s events, tap Today at the top of the screen. Deleting events Select a date or event, press the Menu button, and then tap Delete. Sharing events Select an event, press the Menu button, and then tap Share via, and then select a sharing method. Dropbox Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage.
Utilities Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Cloud. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Syncing with the Samsung account Tap your Samsung account or Sync settings to sync files. Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup to back up or restore data with your Samsung account.
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use as the desk clock. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. • Location alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location.
Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag the alarm after a specified length of time. outside the large circle to repeat Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap DST settings. Deleting clocks Tap and hold the clock, and then tap Delete. Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event.
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen rotation is disabled, press the Menu button, and then tap Scientific calculator. To see calculation history, tap to hide the keypad. To clear history, press the Menu button, and then tap Clear history. To change the character size for history, press the Menu button, and then tap Text size.
Utilities Checking your health information You can view your information on the health board screen. Select one of the following to view details: • Calories burnt: View how many calories you have burned. • Calorie intake: View how many calories you have ingested. Managing calories Tap → Walking mate to count your steps, or tap Exercise mate and enter your exercise history. You can view consumed calories. To view exercise history on a graph, tap the icon at the bottom right.
Utilities Configuring settings for S Health Tap → Settings, and then select one of the following: • Edit profile: Edit your physical statistics. • Security: Set a PIN to lock or unlock S Health. • Unit settings: Set unit options. • Lock time zone: Set to leave the time zone setting unchanged when moving across time zones. • Select time zone: Set the time zone. • Calories burnt shortcut: Set a menu to move when you tap Calories burnt on the health board screen.
Utilities Starting a conversation with the translator Tap the buttons at the bottom of the screen to communicate with another person via spoken translation. Tap Speak for your language, and then speak into the microphone. The device will translate in the target language field to let the device read the translation out what you say. Tap loud. Then, tap Speak for the language of the person you are talking with and let the person reply in the source language field in their language.
Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Pause playback. • / : Skip 60 seconds backwards or forwards. • / : Skip to the previous or next voice memo. To send a voice memo to others, press the Menu button, tap Share via, and then select a sharing method.
Utilities Here are several examples of spoken commands: • Open music • Launch calculator • Call Lulu mobile • Dial Lulu work • Check schedule Tips for better voice recognition • Speak clearly. • Speak in quiet places. • Do not use offensive or slang words. • Avoid speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak.
Utilities Google Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well. Tap Google on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a keyword. If no results are returned from the applications, the web browser appears, displaying the search results.
Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. Tap My Files on the Applications screen. Viewing files Select a folder to open it.
Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications. Tap Downloads on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a file to open it with an appropriate application. To sort the files by size, tap Sort by size. To sort the files by date, tap Sort by date. TripAdvisor Use this application to get travel information such as destination or hotel.
Utilities Extracting and translating text Tap , and then select the languages to translate. Aim the rear camera at some text, and then tap to capture an image of the text. To capture a large text image that does not fit within the viewfinder, tap image in multiple sections. • Tap the highlighted word to translate it. • Tap to extract the text from the image.
Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Tap , enter an address, and then tap . Select a location to view the detailed location information. To search for nearby locations, tap .
Travel & local Getting directions for a destination 1 2 Tap . Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: • My current location: Use current location for starting location. • Contacts: Select from the contacts list. • Point on map: Pinpoint by tapping on the map. • My Places: Select from the list of favourite places. 3 4 Select a travel method, such as driving, public transit, or walking, and then tap GET DIRECTIONS.
Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. • Navigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving. Follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, press the Menu button. • Advanced: Customise Wi-Fi settings. • WPS push button: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button. • WPS PIN entry: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.
Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. Tap Wi-Fi, press the Menu button, tap Advanced, and then tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. Tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.
Settings • Show Wi-Fi usage: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi. • Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi hotspots to prevent applications that are running in the background from using them. More networks Customise settings to control networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Mobile networks • Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services.
Settings NFC • NFC: Activate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information. • Android Beam: Turn on the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and contacts, to NFC-enabled devices. • NFC payment: Set the default payment method. S Beam Activate the S Beam feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents, to devices that support NFC and Wi-Fi Direct.
Settings My device Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. Available options may vary, depending on the screen lock feature selected. • Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected. • Multiple widgets: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen.
Settings Display Change the settings for the display. • Wallpaper: – – Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen. – – Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen. – – Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen. • Notification panel: Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel. • Multi window: Set the device to use Multi Window.
Settings LED indicator • Charging: Set the device to turn on the notification light while you are charging the battery. • Low battery: Set the device to turn on the notification light when the battery is low. • Notifications: Set the device to turn on the notification light when you have missed calls, messages, or notifications. • Voice recording: Set the device to turn on the notification light when you record voice memos. Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device.
Settings Call Customise the settings for calling features. • Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone numbers to the reject list. • Set up call reject messages: Add or edit the message sent when you reject a call. • Answering/ending calls: – – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer an incoming call when pressing the Home button. – – Voice control: Set the device to answer or reject an incoming call with voice commands.
Settings • Additional settings: – – Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. – – Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. – – Auto area code: Set the device to insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically before a phone number. – – Call barring: Block incoming or outgoing calls. – – Call waiting: Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress. – – Auto redial: Activate auto redial for calls that were not connected or that were cut off.
Settings Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. Driving mode Activate driving mode to set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in driving mode. Safety assistance Set the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. Press and hold the Volume up button and the Volume down button for 3 seconds to send the message.
Settings Accessory Change the accessory settings. • Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desktop dock. • Audio output mode: Set the device to use the dock speaker when your device is connected to a desktop dock. • Desk home screen display: Set the device to show the desk clock when your device is connected to a desktop dock. • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices.
Settings • Show shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button. • Manage accessibility: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with other devices. • TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback. • Font size: Change the font size. • Magnification gestures: Set the device to zoom in and out with finger gestures. • Negative colours: Reverse the display colours to improve visibility.
Settings Language and input Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language. Language Select a display language for all menus and applications. Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap . • Choose input languages: Select input languages for text input. • Block offensive words: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs.
Settings • Advanced: – – Auto capitalisation: Set the device to automatically capitalise the first character after a final punctuation mark, such as a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark. – – Auto spacing: Set the device to automatically insert a space between words. – – Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar. – – Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped.
Settings • Show body of message: Set the device to view the text of a new message received while in driving mode. • Wake up command: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice. • Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the screen is locked. • Set wake-up command: Set a wake up command to launch S Voice or perform a specified function.
Settings Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Motions and gestures Activate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. • Air gesture: – – Learn about sensor and icon: View information about the gesture sensor and the indicator that appears while using the air gesture feature.
Settings – – Browse an image: Set the device to scroll through an image by moving the device in any direction when the image is zoomed in. – – Mute/Pause: Set the device to mute incoming calls, alarms, and music by placing the device face down. • Palm motion: – – Capture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the screen. – – Mute/Pause: Set the device to pause media playback when you touch the screen with your palm.
Settings Air view Preview content or view information in a pop-up window by pointing at an item with your finger. • Information preview: View information in a pop-up window by pointing at items with your finger. • Progress preview: While playing music or videos, preview a scene or view the elapsed time by pointing at the progress bar with your finger. • Speed dial preview: View contact information of speed dial numbers in a pop-up window by pointing at a speed dial number with your finger.
Settings Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. • Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. • Automatic restore: Set the device to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device. • Factory data reset: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data.
Settings • Encrypt external SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card. If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before resetting the device. • Remote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account.
Settings • Trusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications. • Install from device storage: Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage. • Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password. Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device.
Settings • Automatic time zone: Set the device to receive time zone information from the network when you move across time zones. • Select time zone: Set the home time zone. • Use 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format. • Select date format: Select a date format. About device Access device information and update device software.
Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: • Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device. • PIN: When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu.
Troubleshooting Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for more than 7 seconds. The device reboots automatically. If this does not solve the problem, perform a factory data reset. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Backup and reset → Factory data reset → Reset device → Erase everything.
Troubleshooting Audio quality is poor • Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list. • Re-enter and save the number, if necessary. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact’s phone number.
Troubleshooting Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following: • Charge the battery or replace it with a battery that is fully charged. • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Restart the device.
Troubleshooting A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer • Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device. • Ensure that you have the proper drivers installed and updated on your computer. • If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • Ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
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