GT-N7000 user manual
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Contents Assembling . ...................................................... 10 Unpack .................................................................................................. 10 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ................................ 10 Charge the battery ........................................................................... 12 Insert a memory card (optional) ................................................ 14 Getting started . .............................................
Communication ................................................ 60 Calling .................................................................................................... 60 Messaging . .......................................................................................... 66 Google Mail ......................................................................................... 69 Email . ..................................................................................................... 71 Talk .....
YouTube .............................................................................................. 120 Samsung Apps . ............................................................................... 122 Market ................................................................................................. 122 Readers Hub ..................................................................................... 123 News & Weather ..............................................................................
Settings . .......................................................... 151 Access the Settings menu . ......................................................... 151 Wireless and network ................................................................... 151 Call . ....................................................................................................... 153 Sound .................................................................................................. 155 Display ........................
Assembling Unpack Check your product box for the following items: ●● Mobile device ●● Battery ●● Quick start guide Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. The items supplied with your device and available accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider. ●● You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer.
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, 1 2 If the device is on, press and hold the Power key and select Power off → OK to turn it off. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. 3 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. The antenna is located in the upper area on the back of the device. Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna.
4 Insert the battery. 5 Replace the back cover. Charge the battery Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery. Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unapproved chargers can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
You can charge the battery faster with the supplied travel adapter. ●● When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty. If the battery level becomes too low, the device will automatically power off. Recharge your battery to continue using your device. ●● If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot turn on the device, even with the travel adapter connected.
2 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into an electrical socket. ●● You can use the device 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 travel adapter from the device. ●● While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance.
Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card. Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card. ●● Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the lifespan of your memory cards.
››Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card → OK. Remove the back cover and battery. Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the device. Remove the memory card. Replace the battery and back cover. ››Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device.
Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you are turning on your device for the first time, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key, and then select Power off → OK. ●● Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Get to know your device ››Device layout Light sensor Mouthpiece1 Proximity sensor Earpiece Front camera lens Power/Reset/Lock key Touch screen Home key Menu key Back key Multifunction jack Mouthpiece 1. Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos.
Headset jack Flash GPS antenna1 Rear camera lens Volume key Back cover Speaker Main antenna S Pen slot ››Keys Key Function Power/ Reset2/ Lock Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus (press and hold); Reset the device (press and hold for 10-15 seconds); Lock the touch screen. Menu Open a list of options available on the current screen; In Idle mode, open the Google search application (press and hold); Open the search input window while using some applications (press and hold).
Key Function Home Return to the idle screen; Open the list of recent applications (press and hold); Launch the voice talk application (press twice). Back Return to the previous screen. Volume Adjust the device volume. ››Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.
Icon Definition Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated Call in progress Call on hold Speakerphone activated Missed call Synchronised with the web Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated WLAN hotspot activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated Getting started 21
Icon Definition Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Music playback in progress Music playback paused FM radio playing in the background Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Current time Use the S Pen and the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the touch screen. ●● To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp.
For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device. ●● You can purchase a replacement S Pen from your local Samsung retailer. ●● If your S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. ●● For best results, keep the S Pen mostly perpendicular to the touch screen and avoid using it at sharp angles.
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations. To lock, press the Power key. To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing the Power key or the Home key, tap anywhere on the screen, and then drag outside of the large circle. You can activate the screen lock feature to prevent others from using or accessing your personal data and information saved in your device. ► p.
››Move items on the idle screen 1 2 Tap and hold an item. Drag the item to a new location. ››Remove items from the idle screen 1 2 3 Tap and hold an item. The rubbish bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen. Drag the item to the rubbish bin. When the item turns red, release it. ››Use the notifications panel In Idle mode, or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your finger downwards to open the notifications panel.
››Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove idle screen panels to organise widgets. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, press [ ] → Edit. You can also place two fingers on the screen and pinch them together to switch to Edit mode. Add, remove, or reorganise panels: ●● To remove a panel, tap and hold the thumbnail image of the panel, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the bottom of the screen. ●● To add a new panel, select .
3 Select an application. ●● When you use applications provided by Google, you must have a Google account. ●● You can add an application shortcut by tapping and holding the appropriate icon from the application list. You can move shortcut icons to any location on the idle screen. 4 Press [ ] to return to the previous screen or press the Home key to return to the idle screen. If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically rotate as well.
To add a folder or panel to the idle screen, 1 2 3 4 5 6 In the application list, press [ ] → Edit. Tap and hold an application icon. Drag the application icon to Add Folder or Add Page at the bottom of the screen. Drag Add Folder or Add Page to the idle screen. A new folder or panel containing the applications is added to the idle screen. If you added a folder, enter a name and select OK. Press [ ] → Save.
››Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device, so can run more than one application at the same time. However, heavy multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs with the task manager. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Task manager → Active applications. A list of all the active applications on your device appears. To close an application, select Exit.
››Switch to Silent mode To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following: ●● In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone → Keypad, and then tap and hold . ●● Press and hold the Power key and select Silent mode. ●● Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen and select Silent mode. You can set the device to alert you to various events in Silent mode. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound → Vibration → Always or Only in silent mode.
››Adjust the brightness of the display 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Display → Brightness. Clear the tick box next to Automatic brightness. Drag the slider to adjust the brightness. Select OK. The brightness level you set will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power. ››Set a screen lock You can lock the touch screen by activating the screen lock feature.
Set an unlock PIN 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location and security → Set up screen lock → PIN. Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Continue. Enter the PIN again and select OK. Set an unlock password 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location and security → Set up screen lock → Password. Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select Continue. Enter the password again and select OK.
››Activate the Find my mobile feature When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card into your device, the Find my mobile feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device. To use this feature, you need a Samsung account to control the device remotely via the web. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location and security → SIM Change Alert. Select Continue.
Enter text You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen. You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you must change the writing language to one of the supported languages. ► p. 162 ››Change the keyboard type You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text input field, and then select Input method → a keyboard type (Samsung keypad or Swype).
4 5 When the device recognises the correct word, select to insert a space. If the device does not recognise the word, select an alternative word from the list that appears. Repeat steps 1-4 to complete your text. ●● You can also tap the keys to enter text. ●● You can tap and hold a key to enter that appear characters above the key. When you tap and hold a key until the character list appears, you can enter special characters and symbols.
Number Function 7 Enter text by voice. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language. 8 Insert a space. ››Enter text with the Samsung keypad 1 2 Select → Portrait keypad types and select a text input method (QWERTY or a traditional keypad). Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on the screen. You can set the keyboard to appear on either side of the screen for convenience when entering text with one hand.
Number Function 3 Access the keypad settings; Change the text input method (tap and hold). 4 Enter text by voice; This icon is available only when you activate the voice input feature for the Samsung keypad. This feature may be unavailable depending on the selected input language. 5 Clear your input. 6 Start a new line. 7 Switch to Handwriting mode. ► p. 47 8 Insert a space. ››Copy and paste text From a text field, you can use the copy and paste feature to use the text in other applications.
Download applications from Android Market Your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications for the Android platform. Android Market provides a quick and easy way to shop for games and mobile applications. ●● This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. ●● Your device will save user files from downloaded applications in the internal memory. ››Install an application 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Market.
Download files from the web Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device. To reduce your risk, only download files from sources you trust. Some media files include Digital Rights Management to protect copyrights. This protection may prevent you from downloading, copying, modifying, or transferring some files. To download files from the web, 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet. Search for a file or application and download it.
››Set up a server account 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Accounts and sync. Select Add account → an account type. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. ››Activate automatic sync 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Accounts and sync. Select Auto-sync. Select an account. Select the applications that you want to synchronise.
Using special features Your device can be used as a powerful notepad, thanks to multiple features that help you input text, capture drawings, and use motion controls or voice commands. Learn basic S Pen actions Your device is supplied with a specialised S Pen. To perform the following actions, first remove the S Pen from the slot at the bottom of your device. You cannot press the touch keys with the S Pen. Tap: Tap an item or area on the screen to select an item, open a menu, or launch an application.
Learn advanced S Pen actions Press and hold the button on the side of the S Pen to perform the following actions: Back Drag the S Pen to the left to return to the previous screen. Menu Drag the S Pen up to open a list of options available on the current screen. Screen capture Tap and hold the screen to capture a screenshot. After capturing a screenshot, you can draw on it, write on it, or crop it. The edited image will be saved in My files → ScreenCapture → Capture_ Edited.
Quick memo Double-tap to launch the Quick memo function. Learn motions Built-in motion recognition provides you with enhanced controls. You can perform actions by moving your device or performing gestures with your hands. To use some of these functions, you must first activate the motion recognition feature. In Idle mode, open the application list, and then select Settings → Motion → Motion activation. Shake Shake your device to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Double-tap While using Voice talk, begin voice recognition by tapping the device twice quickly. Tilt While holding the device with two hands, tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out.
Palm sweep Sweep your palm across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image will be saved in My files → ScreenCapture. You cannot capture a screenshot while using a camera or playing a video. Palm touch Touch the screen with your palm to pause media playback or mute the radio.
Tap and twist Place your finger on the screen and then twist it to rotate an image. Pan Tap and hold an item on the screen, and then pan the device to the left or right to move the item to another page on the idle screen or application list.
Turn over Place the device face down to mute ringtones. Use Handwriting mode From the Samsung keypad, you can switch to Handwriting mode to enter text more easily. To switch to Handwriting mode, select .
Write your text on the handwriting panel. When the device to enter it in the text recognises the correct word, select input field. Otherwise, select a word from the alternative word list. You can use a variety of gestures in Handwriting mode to edit text. For more information about gestures, select → Handwriting settings → Gesture guide. To switch to the Samsung keypad, select . ››Pen detection Your device can detect inputs from the S Pen.
●● Write characters upright (do not slant). -- E.g. Recognised -- E.g. Not recognised ●● Do not write characters on top of one another. -- E.g. Recognised -- E.g. Not recognised ●● Most of the languages can recognise not only individual characters but characters written together that make up words. (This is referred to as supporting words and phrases.) The languages that do and do not support words and phrase should be listed in this guide.
-- Languages that support words and phrases: English UK, English US, Čeština, Български, Dansk, Deutsch, Ελληνικά, Español, Eesti, Suomi, Français, Hrvatski, Magyar, íslenska, Italiano, Қазақ, 한국어, Lietuvių, Latviešu, Norsk, Nederlands, Polski, Português, Română, Русский, Slovenčina, Slovenščina, Srpski, Svenska, Türkçe, Українська -- Supporting recognition of individual characters -- Supporting recognition of words and phrases ●● In some languages, cursive writing can be recognised.
-- E.g. A language that supports cursive writing: English -- E.g. A language that does not support cursive writing: 한국어 ●● When writing more than one line, make sure you leave enough space. -- E.g. Recognised -- E.g.
Use S Memo With S Memo, you can create memos with enriched content by drawing sketches or adding photos or sound clips. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Memo. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show again, and then select Done. Select . To enter text with the keyboard, select . Enter text or draw a sketch. Redo your last action. Undo your last action.
To change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour, double-tap . 1 2 3 4 Number Function 1 Change the pen type. 2 Change the line thickness. 3 Change the pen colour. 4 Open to view more colour or change the shade of colour. Changing the colour shade is available when you select the highlighter.
5 Select , and then add a photo or sound clip. Mark the memo as important. Add a sound clip by recording voices or other sounds. Add a photo or text. Scroll through the screen. To add a page, select . ► p. 109 You can also change the background image of the memo. Press [ ] → Change background → an image. ●● To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together. When zoomed in, drag with two fingers to scroll through the screen.
Use the quick memo pad From any screen, you can create a quick memo of text and sketches. 1 2 While pressing the S Pen button, double-tap the screen to open the quick memo pad. Enter text or draw a sketch. Redo your last action. Undo your last action. Erase your text or sketch; Change the eraser thickness or clear your input (double-tap). Draw a sketch; Change the pen settings, such as the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour (doubletap). Enter text with the keyboard. Create a new memo.
Use S Planner Your device provides you with a powerful planner to help you organise your schedules and tasks more conveniently and effectively. You can create and view events, add items, and change view modes. To launch S Planner, in Idle mode, open the application list, and then select S Planner. Add a calendar event or task. Select today’s date. Set which calendars to display. Hide or display the view mode tabs.
››Create an event or task The tasks and notes you create cannot be synchronised with Google Calendar™. To create an event, 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Planner → . If alert messages about the calendar sync appear, select OK. Select Add event, and then enter details. ●● To search for and add a location view, select . ●● To add a memo, select Memos → Create S Memo or Link to S Memo. ●● To add a photo, select Pictures → Capture picture or Pictures.
2 3 Select Quick add, and then enter details. When you are finished, select Save. The device will automatically classify the details in the text and enter them into the corresponding fields. ››Add a memo 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Planner. Change the view mode to month view (if necessary). Tap and hold a day to create a sketch memo. Enter details and select Save. For more information about changing view mode or view events or tasks, see page 106.
Access help information. Deactivate or activate the voice command feature. Select a voice command category. Initiate the voice command feature. ››Learn voice commands To view available voice commands, select under What can I say? and a category ››Use voice commands 1 2 3 From the Voice Talk screen, do one of the following: ●● Select a category to view the available commands. ●● Select Tap & Speak to initiate the voice command feature. You can say a voice command for any type of feature.
Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. ››Make or answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end, or reject calls. ●● To prevent accidental inputs, the proximity sensor automatically locks the touch screen when you hold the device near your face. ► p.
Answer a call 1 When a call comes in, drag outside of the large circle. To mute the ringtone, press the Volume key while the device is ringing. 2 To end the call, select End call. Reject a call When a call comes in, drag outside of the large circle. To send a message when you reject an incoming call, select Reject call with message. First create a text message to be sent to callers. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call → Set reject messages.
››Use options during a voice call You can use the following options during a voice call: ●● To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or down. ●● To place a call on hold, select . To retrieve a held call, select . ●● To dial a second call, select Add call, and then dial a new number. ●● To answer a second call, drag outside of the large circle when a call waiting tone sounds. The device asks whether to end or hold the first call. You must subscribe to the call waiting service to use this feature.
››Use options during a video call You can use the following options while a video call is in progress: ●● To switch between the front and rear camera lens, select Switch Camera. ●● To turn off the mouthpiece so that the other party cannot hear you, select Mute. ●● To hide your image from the other party, press [ ] → Hide me. ●● To select an alternative image to be shown to the other party, press [ ] → Outgoing image. ●● To open the dialling screen, press [ ] → Dialpad.
››Use additional features You can use other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring. Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. To activate auto rejection and create auto reject lists, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call → Call rejection. Select Auto reject mode → an option. Option Function All numbers Reject all calls.
2 3 Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card and select OK. Select FDN list and add contacts to be used in FDN mode. Set call forwarding Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area.
Set call waiting Call waiting is a network feature to alert you of an incoming call while you are on a previous call. This feature is available only for voice calls. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call → Additional settings → Call waiting. Your setting will be sent to the network. ››View call logs You can view logs of your calls filtered by their types. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone → Logs.
››Send a text message 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messaging. Select . Add recipients: ●● Enter phone numbers manually and separate them with a semicolon or a comma. ●● Select phone numbers from your call and contact lists by selecting . Select Tap to enter message and enter your message text. To insert emoticons, press [ ] → Insert smiley. Select Send to send the message. ››Send a multimedia message 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messaging.
5 6 7 Select Tap to enter message and enter your message text. To insert emoticons, press [ ] → Insert smiley. Select and add an item. You can select a file, sketch memo, or event from the file list or create a new photo, video, sound, or sketch memo. Select Send to send the message. ››View a text or multimedia message 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Messaging. Your messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact.
Google Mail You can retrieve new email messages from the Google Mail™ webmail service to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox screen appears. The total number of unread messages appears in the title bar and unread messages appear in bold type. ●● This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. ●● This menu may be labelled differently depending on your service provider.
From the message view, use the following options: Available options may vary depending on the account. To reply to the message, select . ●● To reply to the message and include all recipients, select → Reply all. ●● To forward the message to other people, select → Forward. ●● To mark the message as important, select . ●● To view an attachment, select Preview. To save it to your device, select Download. ●● To archive the message, select Archive. ●● To delete the message, select Delete.
Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account. ››Set up an email account 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email. Enter your email address and password. Select Next (for general email accounts, such as Google Mail and Yahoo) or Manual setup (for other company email accounts). Follow the on-screen instructions. When you are finished setting up the email account, the email messages are downloaded to your device.
5 6 Select the text input field to enter your email text. Select Attach and attach a file. You can select a file, sketch memo, or event from the file list or create a new photo, video, sound, or sketch memo. You cannot attach Digital Rights Management (DRM)protected files. 7 Select Send to send the message. If you are offline or outside your service area, the message will be held in the message thread list until you are online and inside your service area.
Talk Learn to chat with friends and family with the Google Talk™ instant messaging service. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. ››Add friends to your friend list 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Talk. The friend list shows all of your messaging contacts at a glance. Press [ ] → Add friend. Enter a friend’s email address and select Send invitation. When your friend accepts the invitation, he or she is added to your friend list.
Social Hub Learn to access Social Hub™, the integrated communication application for SNS (Social Network Service), email and messages. Visit socialhub.samsungapps.com for more details. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Social Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, add an account or skip it for a later setup. Select a category at the top left of the screen. Check and use contents delivered from Social Hub.
Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 3264 x 2448 pixels (8 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 pixels. ●● The camera automatically turns off when you do not use it for a specified period. ●● The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditions. ››Capture a photo 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera.
Number 3 4 5 Function 1 Change the camera settings. 2 Open the image viewer to view photos you captured. 3 Use camera shortcuts. ●● : Change the flash setting. ●● : Switch between the front and rear camera lenses. You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. ► p. 86 4 View the default storage location. 5 Switch to the camcorder. 6 Capture a photo. Press the Volume key to zoom in or out.
After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the taken photos. ●● To view more photos, scroll left or right. ●● To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together. ●● To send a photo to others, select Share. ●● To delete a photo, select Delete. ●● To use additional features with a photo, select More and use the following options: -- Set as: Set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a contact. -- Rename: Rename a photo file.
››Capture a photo in Self shot mode You can take photos of yourself conveniently with the front camera lens. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Select → Self portrait. Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo. ››Capture a photo in Smile shot mode Your camera can recognise people’s faces to help you take photos of them. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera.
››Capture a panoramic photo You can take wide panoramic photos with Panorama shooting mode. This mode is convenient for photographing landscapes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Select → Shooting mode → Panorama. Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take the first photo. Slowly move the device in any direction and align the green frame with the viewfinder.
››Capture a photo of action You can capture shots of a moving subject and then combine them into a single photo that shows the action. 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Select → Shooting mode → Action shot. Make any necessary adjustments. Select to capture the first photo. Move the device to follow the moving subject. The device automatically captures the next photos.
››Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select options: to access the following Option Function Edit shortcuts Edit shortcuts to frequently-used options. Self portrait Switch between the front and rear camera lenses. Flash Change the flash setting. You can manually turn the flash on or off, or set the camera to automatically use the flash when needed. Shooting mode Change the shooting mode. Scene mode Change the scene mode. Exposure value Adjust the exposure value.
Option Function Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Outdoor visibility Activate Outdoor visibility to select an appropriate lighting condition. Anti-Shake Reduce blur caused by the device's vibration or movement. Auto contrast Automatically adjust contrast between your subject and the background. Blink detection Set the camera to alert you when people close their eyes. Guidelines Display gridlines on the preview screen. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos.
››Record a video 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera to turn on the camera. Drag the slider to the camcorder to switch to the camcorder. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. 3 4 1 2 Number 5 6 Function 1 Change the camcorder settings. 2 Open the image viewer to view videos you recorded. 3 Use camcorder shortcuts. ●● : Change the flash setting. ●● : Change the recording mode or switch between the front and rear camera lenses.
Number Function 4 Check the camcorder status. ●● : Length of video that can be recorded (according to available memory) ●● : Default storage location 5 Switch to the camera. 6 Record a video. 4 Press the Volume key to zoom in or out. You can also tap the screen with two fingers and spread them apart to zoom in (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). The zoom function may be unavailable when recording at the highest resolution. 5 6 to start recording. Select to stop recording.
››Customise camcorder settings Before recording a video, select options: to access the following Option Function Edit shortcuts Edit shortcuts to frequently used options. Flash Change the flash setting. You can manually turn the flash on or off. Recording mode Change the recording mode. Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Timer Select the length of the delay before the camera starts recording a video. Effects Apply a special effect, such as sepia or black and white tones.
››Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently-used options. 1 2 3 From the preview screen, select → Edit shortcuts or press [ ] → Edit shortcuts. Tap and hold an icon from the option list and drag it to the shortcut area. To remove shortcuts, tap and hold an icon and drag it to the option list. Press [ ] to return to the preview screen. Videos Learn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos.
1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Videos. Select a video to play. Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Change the ratio of the video screen. Restart playback; Skip backward (tap within 2 seconds); Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback; Select playback. to resume Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Adjust the volume.
Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts will be decremented. ●● Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device. ●● If a file size exceeds the memory available, an error may occur when you attempt to play it. ●● Playback quality may vary by content type. ●● Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded.
To share a photo with others via AllShare or social network services, press [ ] → Share via. ●● To set a photo as wallpaper or a caller ID image for a contact, press [ ] → Set as. ●● To use additional features with a photo, press [ ] → More and use the following options: -- Copy: Copy a photo file. -- Print: Print a photo via a USB connection or a WLAN connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. -- Edit: Edit a photo. -- Crop: Crop an image from a photo.
Photo editor You can edit photos and apply various effects. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Photo editor. Select Select picture → an image. Select → New selection → OK. ●● To add to or subtract from the selection border, select → Add to selection or Remove from selection. ●● To reverse the selection, select → Inverse selection. ●● To change the selection size, select . ●● To rotate or flip the image, select . ●● To crop the image, select .
Video maker You can edit videos and apply various effects. The video editor supports the following video resolutions and codecs: Type Format Resolutions 176 x 144, 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 720 x 480, 1280 x 720 Codecs H.264, H.263, MPEG4 Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts will be decremented.
6 7 8 9 Tap and hold a file, and then drag it to the bottom pane of the screen and select Done. ●● To add more files, repeat step 6. ●● To select the duration that an image is shown, drag the image to the red line and select the duration icon on the preview screen. ●● To delete images or videos, tap and hold an item and then drag it to the rubbish bin. ●● To rearrange images or videos, tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. Select and add a transition effect between images or videos.
››Trim a segment of a video 1 2 3 4 5 6 Launch the video editor and add media files. Select . Drag an image or video to the red line. Move the start bracket to the point where you want the file to begin. Move the end bracket to the point where you want the file to end. Save the edited video. ››Split a video 1 2 3 4 5 Launch the video editor and add media files. Select . Drag an image or video to the red line. Move to the point where you want to divide the file into two clips and select .
Music Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with the music player. The music player supports the following file formats: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, 3ga, wma, ogg, oga, aac, and flac. ●● Some file formats are not supported depending on the software version of the device. ●● If a file size exceeds the memory available, an error can occur when you try to play it. ●● Playback quality may vary by content type. ●● Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded.
4 Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Adjust the volume. Activate Shuffle mode. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or repeating all files). Restart playback; Skip backward (tap within 2 seconds); Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback; Select playback. to resume Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). You can control the music player with a headset.
››Create a playlist 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music. Select Playlists. Press [ ] → Create. Enter a title for your new playlist and select Save. Select the new playlist and press [ ] → Add. Select the files you want to include and select Add. During playback, you can add files to a playlist by pressing [ ] → Add to playlist. ››Customise music player settings 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music. Press [ ] → Settings.
Music Hub You can access the online music store to search for and buy your favourite songs. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show for 90 days, and then select Confirm. Search for, preview, or buy your favourite songs. FM radio Learn to listen to music and news on the FM radio.
3 4 Select the radio station you want from the all station list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen. Control the FM radio with the following keys: 1 5 6 2 3 2 4 Number Function 1 Record a song from the FM radio. 2 Search for an available radio station. 3 Fine-tune the frequency. 4 Add the current radio station to the favourites list. 5 Adjust the volume. 6 Turn the FM radio off or on.
››Save a radio station automatically 1 2 3 4 Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM radio. Press [ ] → Scan → a scanning option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the all channels list and press [ ] to return to the FM radio screen. ››Add a radio station to the favourites list 1 2 3 4 5 Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM radio.
››Customise FM radio settings 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select FM radio. Press [ ] → Settings. Adjust the following settings to customise your FM radio: Option Function Background playing Set whether or not to run the FM radio in the background while using other applications. If this feature is on, you can control the FM radio from the notifications panel. Show station ID Set whether or not to show the station ID on the FM radio screen.
Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. ››Create a contact 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Select . Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact. Enter contact information. Select Save to add the contact to memory.
5 6 Enter contact information. Select Save to add the contact to memory. ››Find a contact 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Scroll up or down on the contact list. You can also drag your finger along the index on the right side to quickly scroll through the list. Select a contact’s name. Once you find a contact, you can use the following options: ●● To call the contact, select or . ●● To send a message, select . ●● To send an email message, select .
››Create your namecard 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Press [ ] → My profile. Press [ ] → Edit. Enter your own personal details. Select Save. You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature. ››Retrieve contacts from your social network sites You can view the list of social network accounts and add a contact from the website to your phone contacts.
››Create a group of contacts By creating groups of contacts, you can manage multiple contacts and send a message or email to an entire group. Start by creating a group. 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Scroll left or right to Groups. Press [ ] → Create. Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group. Select Add member, select contacts to add to the group, and select Add. Select Save.
To copy contacts from your device to the SIM or USIM card, 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Press [ ] → Import/Export → Export to SIM card. Select contacts, and then select Export → OK. ››Import or export contacts To import contact files (in vcf format) from a memory card to your device, 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts. Press [ ] → Import/Export → Import from SD card. Select a memory location.
S Planner Learn to view and manage your schedules and tasks more effectively with S Planner. ››Create an event or task 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Planner → . If alert messages about the calendar sync appear, select OK. Select an option. ●● In the week or day view, you can create an event with simplified details by selecting an empty time slot. ●● In the month view, you can create a memo by tapping and holding a date. Enter details and select Save.
Week view Select ◄ or ► to view other weeks. You can also flick the screen to the left or right. ●● To move an event or task, tap and hold the item, and then drag it to a new slot. The time and date for the event or task is automatically adjusted. ●● 3day view Select ◄ or ► to view the previous or next three days. You can also flick the screen to the left or right. ●● To move an event or task, tap and hold the item, and then drag it to a new slot.
››View events or tasks 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Planner. Press [ ] → Search to search for an event or task (if necessary). To limit the range of your search, select → an option. Select a date on the calendar. ●● To select todays’ date, select Today. ●● To move to a specific day by entering a date manually, press [ ] → Go to, enter the date by selecting + or -, and select Set. Select an event to view its details. ●● To edit the details, press [ ] → Edit.
S Memo Learn to create, view, and edit memos with special effects. You can insert various multimedia contents into a memo, such as images, maps, or tags. ››Create a memo 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Memo. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show again, and then select Done. Select . To enter text with the keyboard, select . Enter text, draw a sketch, or add a photo or sound clip.
››Create a folder 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Memo. Press [ ] → More → Create folder. Enter a name and select OK. Select the new folder and select . To enter text with the keyboard, select . To add more pages, select and create a memo. ››View memos 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Memo. Press [ ] → Search to search for a memo (if necessary). Select a memo to view its details. For a folder, select a folder and a memo.
4 5 Edit the memo with the icons on the screen. ► p. 52 ●● To change the background colour of the memo, press [ ] → Change background. ●● To add a tag, press [ ] → Add tag. ●● To add a memo to the calendar as an event or a task, press [ ] → More → Link to S Planner. Select or Save. ››Export a memo as an image file 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select S Memo. Create or select a memo. Press [ ] → Export to Gallery. Your memo will be exported to Gallery as an image file.
››Synchronise memos 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the applications list and select S Memo. Press [ ] → More → Sync. Select memos to sync → Sync. To synchronise all memos, select Sync all. Select Sync now. When you synchronise memos with Google Docs, the size of the memo may be reduced and you cannot edit some of the original content. Voice recorder Learn to operate your device’s voice recorder. ››Record a voice memo 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice recorder.
Web Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite webpages. ●● You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider. ●● Available icons may vary depending on your region or service provider. ››Browse webpages 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet to launch a specified homepage.
Number Function 1 Move backward or forward to webpages in history. 2 Reload the current webpages; While the device is loading webpages, this icon changes to . 3 Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequentlyvisited pages, and recent internet history. 4 Open a new window or switch between open windows. While browsing a webpage, use the following options: ●● To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together.
To view the download history, press [ ] → More → Downloads. ●● To print the current webpage via a connected printer, press [ ] → More → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. ●● To send a web address (URL) to others, press [ ] → More → Share page. ●● To add a shortcut to the current webpage to the idle screen, press [ ] → More → Add shortcut to Home. ●● To view the webpage details, press [ ] → More → Page info.
3 4 5 Select Add or press [ ] → Bookmark last-viewed page. To bookmark the webpage you were viewing, skip to step 5. Enter a page title and a web address (URL). Select OK. From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark and use the following options: ●● To open the webpage in the current window, select Open. ●● To open the webpage in a new window, select Open in new window. ●● To edit the bookmark details, select Edit bookmark.
Maps Learn to use the Google Maps™ mapping service to find your location, search for places and get directions. ››Search for a location 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Maps. If you are launching this application for the first time, select OK. The map will display your current location. Press [ ] → Search. Enter a keyword for the location and select . To search for a location by voice, select . Select the location you want to view details.
4 5 6 Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select Get directions. The route is indicated on the map. Depending on the selected travel method, you may see multiple routes. Select a route to view details of your trip and select to view the route on the map. Select or to view only a single part of the route. When you are finished, press [ ] → Clear Map. Latitude Learn to share your location with your friends and view friends’ locations via the Google Latitude™ location service.
Places Learn to search for a place around you. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Places. Select a category. Your device searches for places around your current location that are related to the category. Select a place name to view its details. While viewing information, use the following options: ●● To view the place on the map, select Map. ●● To view the route to the place, select Directions.
1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Navigation. If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept. Enter your destination by using one of the following methods: ●● Speak Destination: Speak your destination such as “Navigate to destination.” ●● Type Destination: Enter your destination with the virtual keypad. ●● Contacts: Select your destination from addresses of your contacts. ●● Starred Places: Select your destination from the list of your starred places.
4 5 Rotate the device to landscape view. Control playback with the icons on the screen. ››Share videos 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube. Select a video. Select More → Share → an option. ››Upload videos 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 In Idle mode, open the application list and select YouTube. Press [ ] → Upload and select a video. Skip to 7. If you want to upload new videos, select to turn on the camera. Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. Select to start recording.
Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to easily download an abundance of applications directly to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, and health-related applications, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a wide range of mobile experiences. Your device gets smarter with fully-optimised applications from Samsung Apps. Explore amazing applications and make your mobile life even better.
Readers Hub Learn to use the integrated readers hub for accessing various reading materials. Some features may be currently unavailable. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Readers Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the tick box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm. Select a thumbnail image of some reading material. Search for and download reading material from the online store.
››Read news articles 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select News & Weather. Scroll left to a news topic at the top of the screen. Select an article to open it. To add news topics, press [ ] → Settings → News settings → Select news topics.
Connectivity Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology capable of exchanging information over a distance of about 10 m without requiring a physical connection. You do not need to line up the devices to beam information with Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms.
››Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled 1 2 3 devices In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Bluetooth settings → Search for devices. Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK. Alternatively, select Accept to match the PIN between your device and the device. When the owner of the other device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete.
››Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless 1 2 3 feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Bluetooth settings → Visible. Your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices for specified period. You can set the duration that your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices by selecting Visible time-out. When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK (if necessary).
››Activate the WLAN feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Wi-Fi settings → Wi-Fi. An active WLAN running in the background will consume battery power. To preserve battery power, activate the WLAN only when needed. ››Find and connect to a WLAN 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Wi-Fi settings. The device will automatically search for available WLANs. Select a network under Wi-Fi networks.
››Connect to a WLAN using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network. To connect to a WLAN with a WPS button, 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Wi-Fi settings. Select WPS button connection. Press a WPS button on the access point within 2 minutes. To connect to a WLAN with a WPS PIN, 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Wi-Fi settings.
4 5 Press [ ] → Scan. Select a device and then select Connect. When the owner of the other device accepts the connection, the devices are connected. ››Send data via a WLAN 1 2 Select a file or item, such as a memo, media file, or web address, from an appropriate application or My files. Select an option for sending data via a WLAN. The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. 3 Search for and select a WLAN device.
››Customise DLNA settings for sharing media files To allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device, you must activate media sharing. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare. Press [ ] → Settings. Adjust the following settings to customise the DLNA feature: Option Function Device name Enter a name for your device as a media server. Share videos Turn on video sharing with other DLNA-enabled devices.
››Play your files on another DLNA-enabled 1 2 3 4 5 device In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare. Select My device. Select a media category and a file. Select a player. Playback begins at the selected player. Control playback using icons of your device. Playback may be buffered, depending on the network connection and the connected server. ››Play files of one device on the other device 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Idle mode, open the application list and select AllShare. Select Remote device.
Mobile network sharing Learn to set your device as a wireless modem or wireless access point for PCs or other devices, and share your device’s mobile network connection. ››Share your device’s mobile network via WLAN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Tethering and portable hotspot. Select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings → OK. Select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to activate the WLAN hotspot. Select Yes (if necessary).
››Share your device’s mobile network via USB 1 2 3 Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless and network → Tethering and portable hotspot. Select USB tethering to activate the USB tethering feature. Your device shares the mobile network connection on your PC. To stop sharing the network connection, clear the tick box next to USB tethering.
››Activate location services You must activate location services to receive location information and search the map. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location and security. Adjust the following settings to activate location services: Option Function Use wireless networks Set to use WLAN and/or mobile networks for finding your location. Use GPS satellites Set to use the GPS satellite for finding your location.
››Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies). Samsung Kies will work on both Windows and Macintosh computers. 1 2 With a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC. Copy files from the PC to the device. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.
››Connect as a mass storage device You can connect your device to a PC and use it as a removable disk. When you insert a memory card, the device acts as a card reader and allows you to access the file directory. The file directory of the memory card will appear as a removable disk, separate from the internal memory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 If you want to transfer files from or to a memory card, insert a memory card into the device.
VPN connections You can create virtual private networks (VPN) and connect to your private network securely through a public network, such as the internet. Your device should already be configured with internet access. If you have trouble accessing the internet, you need to edit connections. If you are not sure about the connection information to enter, ask your service provider.
4 Option Function Set user certificate Select a user certificate that the VPN server uses to identify you. You can import certificates from the VPN server or download from the web. Set CA certificate Select a certificate authority (CA) certificate that the VPN server uses to identify you. You can import certificates from the VPN server or download from the web. DNS search domains Enter the domain name server (DNS) address. When you are finished, press [ ] → Save.
Tools Clock Learn to set and control alarms, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch and the desk clock. ››Set a new alarm 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock → Alarm. Select Create alarm or press [ ] → Create. Set alarm details. Select the tick box next to Smart alarm to activate simulated nature sounds with the alarm screen prior to the main alarm. When you are finished, select Save.
››Create a world clock 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock → World clock. Select Add city or press [ ] → Add. Enter a city name or select one from the city list. To select a city in the world map view, select . To add more world clocks, repeat steps 2-3. To apply summer time to the clocks, tap and hold a clock, and then select DST settings. ››Use the stopwatch 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock → Stopwatch. Select Start to begin the stopwatch.
››Use the desk clock The desk clock displays the current time and date, and weather. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock → Desk clock. Select to set an idle clock. Press [ ] → Settings. Change the following options: Option Function Hide status bar Set whether to show the status bar at the top of the screen. Wallpaper Select a background image for the idle clock. Time/Calendar Set to display the clock or calendar.
Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. ››Perform the calculation 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Rotate the device to landscape view to use the scientific calculator. If you deactivate the auto rotation, press [ ] → Scientific calculator.
Google Search You can search for applications and data saved in your device and specific data on the web. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Google Search. If you are launching this application for the first time, set whether or not to view the search history of your Google account. Enter a letter or a word of the data to search for. To search for data by voice, select and say a keyword into your device’s microphone. Select the item’s name you want to access.
Option Function Lock contents Select the types of data that should not display on other devices. Reset settings Reset your settings to the factory default values. ››Connect your device to another device via a WLAN To use the Kies air feature, all devices must be connected to the same access point. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Kies air → Start. Enter the web address displayed by Kies air in the browser on the other device.
5 6 7 Select Tap to add photo and add an image or capture a photo. Select Tap to add text, and enter text and select Done. Select Save. ››View a Mini diary 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mini diary. Select a diary. To upload a mini diary to your social network site, press [ ] → More → Publish. My files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored in your device and on a memory card.
Polaris Office Learn to create and view Polaris Office documents. ››Create a document 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Polaris Office. Read the registration information and select Later or Register. Select → a document type. Create the document. When you are finished, press [ ] → Save. Enter a name for the document and select a destination. Select Save. ››Open a document 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Polaris Office.
To adjust a document to fit the screen, press [ ] → Reflow text. ●● To send a file to others, press [ ] → More → Send file. ●● To print a file, press [ ] → More → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. ●● To read a document via the text-to-speech feature, press [ ] → More → Text to speech. ●● To customise the settings for displaying or managing documents, press [ ] → More → Settings.
Task manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications and memory information. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Task manager. Use the following options: ●● Active applications: View the list of all the applications currently running on your device. ●● Downloaded: View the total amount of memory used for applications installed on your device. ●● RAM: View and manage the RAM for your device.
Voice talk Learn to use the voice command feature provided by Voice talk. You can dial a number, send a message, write a memo, or complete other tasks simply by speaking to your device while on the go. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice talk. If you are launching this application for the first time, complete the tutorial. Select Tap & Speak. You can also tap the device twice quickly to begin voice recognition when the motion recognition feature is set. ► p.
Settings Access the Settings menu 1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings. 2 Select a setting category and select an option. Wireless and network Change the settings for wireless network connections. ››Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. ››Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi: Turn the WLAN feature on or off. ► p. 128 Network notification: Set the device to notify you when an open network is available.
››Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via a WLAN. ››Bluetooth settings Bluetooth: Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ► p. 125 ●● Device name: Set a Bluetooth name for your device. ●● Visible: Set your device to be visible to other Bluetoothenabled devices. ●● Visible time-out: Set duration that your device is visible. ●● Search for devices: Search for available Bluetooth-enabled devices. ●● ››USB utilities Connect your device to a PC as a mass storage. ► p.
››VPN settings Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). ► p. 138 ››Mobile networks Use packet data: Set to allow packet switched data networks for network services. ●● Data roaming: Set the device to connect another network when you are roaming or your home network is not available. ●● Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). ●● Network mode: Select a network type. ●● Network operators: Search for available networks and select a network for roaming.
-- Automatic answering: Set to answer automatically after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected). -- The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power key. ●● Turn on proximity sensor: Set to turn on the proximity sensor during a call. ●● Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. ●● Additional settings: -- Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. -- Call barring: Block incoming or outgoing calls.
Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. ●● Silent mode: Activate the silent mode to mute all sounds, except media sounds and alarm ringtones. ●● Vibration: Set when the device will vibrate for various events. ●● Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. ●● Vibration intensity: Adjust the vibration intensity. ●● Phone ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls.
Display Change the settings for the display. ●● Screen display: -- Font style: Change the font type for the display text. You can download fonts from Android Market by selecting Get fonts online. -- Home screen: Wallpaper: Select a background image for the idle screen. -- Lock screen: Wallpaper: Select an image to display when the screen is locked. Clock: Set to show the clock on the locked screen. Weather: Set to show weather information on the locked screen.
Auto adjust screen power: Set to save power by adjusting the brightness of the display. ●● Horizontal calibration: Calibrate the accelerometer to adjust the horizontal axis of the device for better motion recognition. ●● Gyroscope calibration: Calibrate the gyroscope so your device can correctly recognise rotation. ●● Place the device on a stable surface during calibration. The calibration process may fail if the device vibrates or moves during calibration.
-- Turn off GPS: Deactivate the GPS feature when not in use. -- Turn off Sync: Turn off the sync feature when the device is not synchronising with a web server. -- Brightness: Activate the brightness level for Power saving mode. -- Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. -- Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. ●● Learn about power saving: Learn how to reduce battery consumption.
Disable USB debugging mode: Set to deactivate USB debugging mode when the screen is locked. ●● Set up SIM card lock: -- Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device. -- Change SIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data. ●● SIM Change Alert: Activate or deactivate the Find my mobile feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen. ► p. 33 ●● Alert message recipients: Add or edit recipients for the alert message.
Applications Change the settings for managing installed applications. ●● Unknown sources: Select to download applications from any source. If you do not select this option, you can download applications only from Android Market. ●● Manage applications: Access the list of the applications installed on the device and check the application information. ●● Running services: View the services you are using and access them to manage. ●● Storage usage: View and manage active services.
Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. ●● Background data: Select this setting to use the auto sync feature. The auto sync feature will synchronise data in the background without opening applications. ●● Auto-sync: Set the device to synchronise contact, calendar, and email data automatically. Motion Change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. ●● Motion activation: Set to use the motion recognition feature.
Privacy Change the settings for managing your settings and data. ●● Back up my data: Set to back up your settings and application data to the Google server. ●● Automatic restore: Set to restore your settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on your device. ●● Factory data reset: Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card. You can also format the USB storage and a memory card.
››Swype Select Input Method: Change the keyboard type. ●● How to Swype: Learn how to enter text with the Swype keyboard. ●● Personal dictionary: Set up your own dictionary. The words in your dictionary will appear as suggestions for your text inputs. ●● Preferences: -- Audio feedback: Set to alert you when there are no alternative words for your input if you double-tap a word. -- Vibrate on keypress: Set the device to vibrate when you touch a key.
››Samsung keypad Portrait keypad types: Select the default input method, such as the QWERTY keyboard or traditional keypad. ●● Input language: Select languages for text input. ●● Pen detection: Set the device to open the handwriting panel when you tap the field with the S Pen. ●● XT9: Activate XT9 mode to enter text using Predictive input mode. ●● XT9 advanced settings: Activate the advanced features of XT9 mode, such as auto completion, auto correction, or auto substitution, and set up your own word list.
››Voice recognition Select a voice recognition engine. ››Voice recognition settings For the Samsung voice recognition, use the following options: ●● Language: Select a language for the voice recognition. ●● Web search engine: Select a web search engine. ●● Launch Voice talk: Set to launch Voice talk by pressing the Home key twice. ●● Launch on Bluetooth: Set to activate Voice talk when a Bluetooth headset is connected.
Only on while charging: Set to activate the Wake up command feature only when a charger is connected. ●● Wake-up motion: Set to begin voice recognition by tapping the device twice quickly while using Voice talk. ●● Check missed events: Set to check your missed calls, messages, or events when you launch Voice talk by pressing the headset button. ●● Customize main prompt: Change the prompt message. ●● Home address: Enter your home address to use your location information in the voice command feature.
Always use my settings: Set to use the speech rate and language settings you specify instead of the settings saved in applications. ●● Default engine: Set the speech synthesis engine to be used for spoken text. ●● Install voice data: Download and install voice data for the text-to-speech feature. ●● Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. ●● Language: Select a language for the text-to-speech feature. ●● Engines: View the text-to-speech engines in your device.
●● Accessibility shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility settings on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power key. Dock Audio output mode: Set to use the dock speaker when your device is connected to a car or desktop dock. Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how time and date are displayed on your device. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date will be reset.
Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Try this to solve the problem: 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.
The touch screen responds slowly or improperly If your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly, try the following: ●● Remove any protective covers from the touch screen. Protective covers may prevent the device from recognising your inputs and are not recommended for touch screen devices. ●● Ensure that your hands are clean and dry when tapping the touch screen. ●● Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
Outgoing calls are not connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. ●● Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling. ●● ●● Incoming calls are not connected Ensure that your device is turned on. Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. ●● Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number.
The device beeps and the battery icon flashes Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the device. The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both goldcoloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try charging the battery again. ●● If the battery will no longer charge completely, dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery (refer to your local ordinances for proper disposal instructions).
Error messages appear when launching the FM radio The FM radio application on your Samsung mobile device uses the headset cable as an antenna. Without a headset connected, the FM radio will be unable to receive radio stations. To use the FM radio, first ensure that the headset is properly connected. Next, scan for and save the available radio stations. If you still cannot use the FM radio after performing these steps, try accessing your desired station with another radio receiver.
Another Bluetooth device is not located Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device. ●● Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect to, if necessary. ●● Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). ●● If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Safety precautions To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before using your device.
• Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated. • Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device, batteries, and chargers from damage • Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures.
If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your hearing aid. Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments • Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of removing the battery. • Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in potentially explosive environments.
• Position your device within easy reach. Be able to access your wireless device without removing your eyes from the road. If you receive an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you. • Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers.
Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas Dust can cause your device to malfunction. Do not store your device on slopes If your device falls, it can be damaged. Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C. • Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time (such as on the dashboard of a car).
If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use a flash close to the eyes of people or pets Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes. Use caution when exposed to flashing lights • While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too close to your eyes. • Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing lights while watching videos or playing Flash-based games for extended periods.
Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into the eyes, ears, or mouth Doing so may cause suffocation or serious injuries. When speaking on the device: • Hold the device upright, as you would with a traditional phone. • Speak directly into the mouthpiece. • Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Touching the antenna may reduce the call quality or cause the device to transmit more radio frequency than necessary.
When cleaning your device: • Wipe your device or charger with a towel or a rubber. • Clean the terminals of the battery with a cotton ball or a towel. • Do not use chemicals or detergents. Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired.
Ensure access to emergency services Emergency calls from your device may not be possible in some areas or circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel. Keep your personal and important data safe • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. • When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.
Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
Disclaimer Some content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are protected by copyright, patent, trademark and/or other intellectual property laws. Such content and services are provided solely for your personal noncommercial use. You may not use any content or services in a manner that has not been authorised by the content owner or service provider.
Index access codes 169 alarms viewing missed 63 waiting 66 call waiting 66 camera creating 140 deactivating 140 stopping 140 capturing photos 75 customising camcorder 85 customising camera 81 recording videos 83 AllShare 131 auto rejection 64 battery connections charging 12 installing 10 Bluetooth 125 DLNA 130 PC 135 VPN 138 WLAN 127 Bluetooth activating 125 finding and pairing with devices 126 receiving data 127 sending data 126 contacts copying 104 creating 101 finding 102 importing or exporti
map downloads applications 38 files 39 managing 143 getting directions 117 searching for locations 117 searching for nearby places 119 sharing locations with friends 118 using navigation 119 email sending 71 setting accounts 71 viewing 72 memory card file manager 146 find my mobile 33 fixed dialling number mode 64 flight mode 17 FM radio formatting 16 inserting 14 removing 16 menu screen accessing 26 adding folders or panels 28 organising applications 27 listening to 97 saving stations 99 messag
PC connections applications 160 call 153 date and time 168 display 156 dock 168 language and keyboard 162 location and security 158 motion 161 pen settings 168 power saving 157 privacy 162 sound 155 storage 162 voice input and output 164 wireless and network 151 mass storage 137 Samsung Kies 136 Windows Media Player 136 phonebook creating contacts 101 creating groups 104 creating your namecard 103 finding contacts 102 photo editor 90 photos capturing 75 capturing action 80 capturing by scene 77 captur
synchronisation voice memos with web accounts 39 with Windows Media Player 136 playing 112 recording 112 voice search 149 VPN connections task manager 149 text input 34 text messages connecting to 139 creating 138 web browser sending 67 viewing 68 adding bookmarks 115 browsing webpages 113 Windows Media Player 136 time and date, set 29 touch screen WLAN locking 24 using 22 activating 128 finding and connecting to networks 128 using WPS 129 unpack 10 USIM card installing 10 locking 32 world c
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE) We, Samsung Electronics declare under our sole responsibility that the product GSM WCDMA Wi-Fi Mobile Phone : GT-N7000 to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents. SAFETY EN 60950-1 : 2006 + A11:2009 SAR EN 50360 : 2001 / AC 2006 EN 62209-1 : 2006 EMC EN 301 489-01 V1.8.1 (04-2008) EN 301 489-07 V1.3.1 (11-2005) EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1 (05-2009) EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1 (10-2010) RADIO EN 301 511 V9.0.
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. To install Kies (PC Sync) 1. Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. 2. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com English (EU). 12/2011. Rev. 1.
