SCH-I679 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 19 33 35 36 37 38 39 Device layout Buttons Package contents Installing the UIM or SIM 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 Using dual UIM or SIM cards Communication 41 45 49 50 51 53 53 54 54 Basics 20 21 24 26 27 29 31 31 Entering text Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Setting up accounts Tra
Table of Contents Media Settings 59 60 66 70 71 86 86 89 98 99 102 Music Camera Gallery Video YouTube Application & media stores 72 73 73 Troubleshooting Play Store Samsung Apps Play Music Utilities 74 75 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 83 84 Memo S Planner Dropbox Drive Clock Calculator Voice Recorder Google Voice Search My Files Downloads Travel & local 85 About Settings Connections My device Accounts More Google Settings Maps 6
Getting started Device layout Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Menu button Back button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack GPS antenna Rear camera Volume button Back cover Speaker Main antenna 7
Getting started • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. Buttons Button Function • Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Getting started 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. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices. • Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer.
Getting started Installing the UIM or SIM card and battery Insert the UIM or SIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Only microUIM cards and microSIM cards work with the device. 1 Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. 2 Insert the UIM or SIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
Getting started • Do not insert a memory card into the CDMA slot or the GSM slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the CDMA slot or the GSM slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the UIM or SIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. 3 Insert the battery. 2 1 4 Replace the back cover.
Getting started Removing the UIM or SIM card and battery 1 2 3 Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Pull out the UIM or SIM card.
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 battery icon appears empty.
Getting started Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. • The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up.
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. 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. Pull out the memory card. 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 → Delete all. 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.
Getting started Using dual UIM or SIM cards If you insert two UIM or SIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating UIM or SIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Connections → UIM/SIM card manager. Select a UIM or SIM card, and then tick Activate. If both cards are activated, you can receive calls and messages on each card. However, if you are on a call using one card, the other card cannot be used to receive new calls.
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 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 Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options. 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 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 → 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. Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback.
Basics 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. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen. From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current settings.
Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Changing the Home screen mode The Home screen has standard and easy modes. In easy mode, you can easily access your favourite contacts, applications, and settings by adding shortcuts to the Home screen.
Basics 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 Tap → Edit page → . Moving a panel Tap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the Tap top of the screen.
Basics Using widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen. • Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges. • The widgets available may vary depending on the region or service provider. Adding widgets to the Home screen On the Home screen, tap Apps → Widgets.
Basics Drag the widgets panel down to expand it. Scroll right to the last page, tap select a widget to add to the locked screen. , and then Rearranging panels Moving a panel Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the 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. Some applications are grouped into folders. Tap a folder, and then tap an application 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.
Basics Rearranging applications This feature is available only in the customisable grid view. → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to Tap another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Organising with folders Put related applications together in a folder for convenience. → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to Create folder. Enter a folder Tap name and then tap OK.
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 Select input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use. Using the Samsung keyboard Changing the keyboard layout Tap , select a language, 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. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak.
Basics 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. 86) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use. Joining Wi-Fi networks On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi, and then drag the Wi-Fi switch to the right.
Basics 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. Adding accounts Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to set up a Google account. To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Add account → Google.
Basics Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. 1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. 2 Transfer files between your device and the computer. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically.
Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. 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.
Basics Setting a password On the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Password. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it. 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.
Basics Upgrading over the air The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → More → About device → Software update → Update.
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 or . • Logs: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages. • Favorites: 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 or . During a call The following actions are available: • : Hold a call. Tap to retrieve the held call. • Add call: Dial a second call. • Keypad: Open the keypad.
Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls. To filter a call log, tap → View, and then select an option. Fixed dialling number The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. Those prefixes are stored in the UIM or SIM card.
Communication Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap Reject call with message. To create → Call settings → Set up call rejection messages. the rejection message, tap Missed calls If a call is missed, missed calls. appears on the status bar. Open the notifications panel to view the list of Call waiting Call waiting is a service provided by the service provider.
Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap 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 Tap → Delete.
Communication Searching for contacts Tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • Scroll up or down the contacts list. • Use the index at the right side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger along it. • Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria. Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions: • : Add to favourite contacts. • : Make a voice call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email.
Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts Tap → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts Tap → Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts Tap → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Favorites. Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search for contacts. • Add to Favorites: Add contacts to favourites.
Communication Managing groups Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Create: Make a new group. • Search: Search for contacts. • Change order: Tap and hold position, and then tap Done. next to the group name, drag it up or down to another • Delete groups: Select user-added groups, and then tap Delete. Default groups cannot be deleted. Sending a message or email to a group’s members Select a group, tap → Send message or Send email, select members, and then tap Done.
Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages Tap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap or . Use the following methods to add recipients: • Enter a phone number. • Tap , select contacts, and then tap Done.
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 the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another email account, 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. Reply to all recipients. Forward the message. Reply to the message. Delete 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 Tap → Attach picture to attach images. Tap → Attach file to attach videos. Tap → Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients. Tap → Save draft to save the message for later delivery. Tap → Discard to start over. Tap → Settings to change the Google Mail settings. Tap → Send feedback to report your opinions for application development. Tap → Help to access help information for the Google Mail.
Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. Tap to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap the label to assign. → Change labels, and then select Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Communication Photos Use this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services. Tap Photos on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select one of the following categories: • ALL: View all the images or videos that are taken or downloaded to the device. • HIGHLIGHTS: View images or videos grouped by date or album. Tap to view all of the images or videos in the group. Then, select an image or video.
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. Tap to access additional options while viewing a webpage. Opening a new page Tap → New window. To go to another webpage, tap , scroll left or right, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , and then speak a keyword.
Web & network History Tap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap Saved pages To view saved webpages, tap → Saved pages. Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, tap → Downloads. Sharing webpages → Share via. To share a webpage address with others, tap To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap Share via.
Web & network Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear. Syncing with other devices Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged in with the same Google account. To view open tabs on other devices, tap To view bookmarks, tap → Other devices. Select a webpage to open. . Bluetooth Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances.
Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the autogenerated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is Gallery. Open Gallery, select an image, tap → Bluetooth, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices.
Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. 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. Search for other devices to play the file. Adjust the volume. Set the file as your favourite song. Turn on shuffle. Change the repeat mode. Hide the music player screen. Open the playlist. Restart the currently-playing song or skip to the previous song.
Media → Settings → Smart volume. To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap 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. Smart volume may not be activated for some files. → Settings → To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap Adapt Sound → On.
Media Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited. • Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy. Taking photos Taking a photo Tap to take the photo. Select among various effects that are available. Indicates which storage is in use. Change the shooting mode. Switch between still and video mode. Change the scene mode. Change the camera settings.
Media • Beach/Snow: Use this setting for well-lit or sunny outdoor scenes. • Sunset: Use this setting for richer colours and sharper contrasts. • Dawn: Use this setting for very subtle colours. • Autumn color: Use this setting for red-shifted background scenery. • Candlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background. • Firework: Use this setting for high-contrast scenes. • Backlight: Use this setting for subjects with bright lights behind them.
Media Panoramic photos A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots. Tap → Shooting mode → Panorama. Tap and move the camera in one direction. When the blue frame aligns with the viewfinder, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop . shooting, tap If the viewfinder is out of the direction, the device stops shooting. Taking videos Taking a video Tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap .
Media Recording mode Select among various effects that are available. Indicates which storage is in use. Change the recording mode. Switch between still and video mode. Adjust the brightness. Change the camera settings. View photos and videos you have taken. Set delayed-time shots. Tap → Recording mode to change recording mode. • Normal: Use this mode for normal quality. • Limit for MMS: Use this mode to lower the recording quality for sending via messages.
Media 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. Configuring settings for Camera Tap to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used.
Media • Metering: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Center-weighted measures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot measures the light value at a specific location. Matrix averages the entire scene. • Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. • Image quality: Set the quality level for photos. Higher quality images require more storage space. • Video quality: Set the quality level for videos.
Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in an image: • Double-tap anywhere to zoom in. • Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to return. Playing videos Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . Trimming segments of a video Select a video and tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video.
Media • Rotate left: Rotate anticlockwise. • Rotate right: Rotate clockwise. • Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it. • Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or a contact image. • Details: View image details. • Settings: Change the Gallery settings. Modifying images When viewing an image, tap . Favourite images When viewing an image, tap → Favorite to add the image to the favourites list.
Media Setting as wallpaper When viewing an image, tap contact. → Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a Tagging faces → Settings, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised Tap face. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages.
Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. Playing videos Select a video to play. Search for other devices to play the file. 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. Switch to floating screen mode. Restart the current video or skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Pause and resume playback.
Media Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move the player, drag the player to another location. 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.
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 Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit apps.samsung.com. Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category. To search for an application, tap search field. at the top of the screen, and then enter a keyword in the Select an application to view information.
Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Tap , enter a memo, and then tap Save. To change the background colour, tap → Color. → Lock. To lock the memo so that others cannot view it, tap Browsing memos Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To edit the memo, tap the memo. To search for a memo, tap To delete memos, tap → Search. → Delete. To sort memos by date, tap → Sort by.
Utilities Viewing a memo Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos. Tap and use the following: • Delete: Delete the memo. • Color: Change the background colour. • Lock: Lock the memo so that others cannot view it. • Print: Print the memo by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. • Share text via: Send the text in the memo to others. • Share via: Send the memo to others.
Utilities To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place. Attach a map showing the location of the event.
Utilities Changing calendar type Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others at the right side of the screen. A pinch gesture can be used to change calendar type. For example, pinch to change from the monthly calendar to the yearly calendar, and spread apart to change yearly calendar back to monthly calendar. Searching for events Tap → Search, and then enter a keyword to search for. To view today’s events, tap Today at the top of the screen.
Utilities When running Dropbox for the first time, tap Start to activate it. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Sign in to your Dropbox account. If you do not have it, create a Dropbox account. Once Dropbox is activated, tap Turn on Camera Upload to upload photos and videos taken with the device’s camera to Dropbox automatically. To view the uploaded photos or videos, tap . To share or delete files or create albums, tap , and then select files.
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a timer. 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. • Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time.
Utilities Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World Clock Creating clocks Tap Add city and 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 → Delete, select clocks, and then tap Delete. Stopwatch Tap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times. Tap Reset to clear lap time records. Timer Set the duration, and then tap Start.
Utilities Voice Recorder Use this application to record or play voice memos. Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen. Recording voice memos Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the bottom of the device. Tap pause recording. Tap to finish recording. to Change the recording quality. Recording elapsed time Start recording. Display the list of voice memos. Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the playback speed.
Utilities Managing voice memos In the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following: • Share via: Select voice memos to send, and then select a sharing method. • Delete: Select voice memos to delete. • Settings: Change the voice recorder settings. • End: Close the voice recorder. Saving files with contextual tags In the list of voice memos, tap → Settings → Contextual filename → On.
Utilities Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now → Settings, and then drag the Google Now switch to the left or right. settings, tap Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.
Utilities Searching for a file Tap → Search, and then enter search criteria. Adding shortcuts to folders Add a shortcut of frequently-used folders to the root directory. Tap a shortcut name, tap OK, select a folder, and then tap Set here. → Add shortcut, enter 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.
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 Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword. Once the location is found, select a location to view the detailed information. Refer to the help for more information.
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, tap Wi-Fi → . • 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. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → activate this feature. → Advanced and tick Network notification to Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.
Settings UIM/SIM card manager Activate your UIM or SIM cards and customise the card settings. Mobile data Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. More networks Customise settings to control networks. Airplane mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Mobile networks • Slot 1: – – Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). – – Current Network Information: View the current network information.
Settings Tethering and portable hotspot • Portable Wi-Fi hotspot: Use the portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share the device’s mobile network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network. • USB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer.
Settings For a clock: – – Dual clock: Set the device to show the dual clock. – – Clock size: Change the size of the clock. – – Show date: Set the device to show the date with the clock. – – Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock. For a personal message: – – Edit personal message: Edit the personal message. • Shortcuts: Set the device to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Settings Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • Voice call ringtone (slot 1): Select a ringtone for incoming calls for CDMA networks. • Voice call ringtone (slot 2): Select a ringtone for incoming calls for GSM networks. • Vibrations: Add or select a vibration pattern. • Default notification sound: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and missed calls.
Settings • Call alerts: – – Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call. – – Call-end vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party ends a call. – – Call connect tone: Activate or deactivate the call connection tone. – – Minute minder: Activate or deactivate the minute minder tone. – – Call end tone: Activate or deactivate the call disconnection tone. – – Alerts on call: Set the device to alert you to events during a call.
Settings – – Slot 2: Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another 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. Fixed dialing numbers: Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to numbers in the FDN list. Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM card.
Settings Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. Hands-free mode Set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in hands-free mode. Call/message block Set the device to reject calls or messages from specified phone numbers or reject messages containing specified text. Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode.
Settings • Answering/ending calls: – – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button. – – Answer calls by tapping: Set the device to answer a call when you tap the call accept button twice. – – The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power button. • Show shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility or TalkBack on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button.
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. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap . The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • Select input languages: Select languages for text input.
Settings • Cursor control: Enable the smart keyboard navigation feature to move the cursor by scrolling the keyboard. • Sound: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched • Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. • Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap . • Choose input languages: Select input languages for text input.
Settings Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Motion • Smart alert: Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new messages when you pick up the device. • Turn over to mute/pause: Set the device to mute incoming calls, alarms, and music by placing the device face down. • Learn about motions: View the tutorial for controlling motions. Accounts Add account Add email or SNS accounts.
Settings More Customise settings for location services, security, and other options. Location services Change settings for location information permissions. • Access to my location: Set the device to allow applications to use your current location information. • Use GPS satellites: Set the device to use the GPS satellite for finding the current location.
Settings • Go to the find My mobile webpage: Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device on the Find my mobile website. • Set UIM/SIM card lock: – – Slot 1: Lock UIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device. Change UIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access UIM data. – – Slot 2: Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.
Settings Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.
Settings About device Access device information, edit the device name, or update device software. Google Settings Use this application to configure settings for some features provided by Google. Tap Google Settings on the Applications screen.
Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. 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.
Troubleshooting The touch screen responds slowly or improperly • If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the touch screen may not function properly. • If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touch screen, or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touch screen may malfunction. • The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Troubleshooting Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area. A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or 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. You may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider’s base station. Move to another area and try again.
Troubleshooting Your device is hot to the touch When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended period of time, your device may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application.
Troubleshooting • Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly. • Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network service provider or providers of additional services. Some content circulated on the Internet, such as ringtones, videos, or wallpapers, may not work properly. Another Bluetooth device is not located • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.
Troubleshooting Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device. A small gap appears around the outside of the device case • This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur. • Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly.
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