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  • Page 1 GT-I9230 User Manual www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2 • A pplications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • S amsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software.
  • Page 3 No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
  • Page 4 About this manual Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ • W i-Fi...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting started Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Setting up accounts Device layout Transferring files Buttons Securing the device Package contents Upgrading the device Installing the SIM or USIM card Installing the battery Charging the battery Communication Inserting a memory card Phone Turning the device on and off Contacts...
  • Page 6 101 Navigation Video YouTube Settings FM Radio 102 About Settings 102 Connections Application & media stores 105 My device Play Store 116 Accounts Samsung Apps 117 More Play Books 120 Google Settings Play Movies Troubleshooting Utilities Memo S Planner Dropbox Cloud...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Proximity/Light sensor Front camera Earpiece Memory card slot Internal touch screen Navigation button Confirm button Back button Menu button Multipurpose jack Home button Dial button Lock button Delete button Camera button Alphanumeric buttons Power/End button Silent mode button Microphone...
  • Page 8 Getting started Back button Menu button Home button External touch screen SIM card slot Flash Volume button Rear camera GPS antenna Back cover Speaker Main antenna • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.

  • Page 9: Buttons

    Getting started Buttons Button Function • P ress and hold to turn the device on or off. • P ress to end a call. Power/End • P ress and hold for more than 7 seconds to reset the device if it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • O ther accessories may not be compatible with your device.

  • Page 11: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card

    SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

  • Page 12: Installing The Battery

    Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card Open the cover of the SIM card slot. Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Close the cover of the SIM card slot. Installing the battery Remove the back cover.
  • Page 13 Getting started 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. Insert the battery. Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna.

  • Page 14: 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.
  • Page 15 • W hile charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 16 Getting started After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use.

  • Page 17: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Inserting a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • S ome memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
  • Page 18 Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

  • Page 19: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. •...

  • Page 20: Locking And Unlocking The Device

    Getting started Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Lock 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. To unlock the device, press the Lock button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.

  • Page 21: Basics

    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. Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected...

  • Page 22: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Icon Meaning Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • D o not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
  • Page 23 Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
  • Page 24 Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 25 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.

  • Page 26: Control Motions

    Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device → Motions and gestures, and then drag the Motions and gestures switch to the right.
  • Page 27 Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Holding to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
  • Page 28 Basics Panning to move Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image.
  • Page 29 Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker). Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out.

  • Page 30: Notifications

    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.

  • Page 31: Home Screen

    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.
  • Page 32 Basics Moving an item Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen.
  • Page 33 Basics Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen. → Set wallpaper → Home screen, and then select one of the On the Home screen, tap following: • G allery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the Internet.

  • Page 34: Locked Screen

    Basics Locked screen The locked screen prevents the device from unwanted operation when not in use and also allows you to add convenient widgets. Adding widgets To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → My device →...

  • Page 35: Using Applications

    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.

  • Page 36: Help

    Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications → Uninstall, and then select an application to uninstall it.

  • Page 37: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Use the Samsung Indian keyboard, 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.
  • Page 38 Tap and hold , tap keyboard or 3x4 keyboard. On the 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap repeatedly the key corresponding to the character. Set options for the Samsung Delete a preceding character. keyboard. Enter uppercase.
  • Page 39 Basics Handwriting Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word. Use handwriting gestures to perform actions, such as editing or deleting characters and →...

  • Page 40: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, place the cursor at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap Paste.

  • Page 41: Setting Up Accounts

    Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device.

  • Page 42: Transferring Files

    Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Transfer files between your device and the computer.

  • Page 43: Securing The Device

    Basics Connecting as a media device Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP). Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed.
  • Page 44 Basics Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern. Setting a PIN On the Applications screen, tap Settings →...

  • Page 45: Upgrading The Device

    Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Lock 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.

  • Page 46: Communication

    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: • K eypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then press the Dial button. •...
  • Page 47 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 .
  • Page 48 Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Sending a message → Send message to send a message to the number on display. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.
  • Page 49 Communication Rejecting a call When a call comes in, use one of the following methods: • W hen the device is closed, drag outside the large circle. • W hen the device is open, drag outside the large circle or press the Power/End button. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap Reject call with message.
  • Page 50 Communication Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap During a video call The following actions are available: • S witch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. •...
  • Page 51 Communication Tap and hold your image to access the following options: • S witch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. • O utgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images.

  • Page 52: Contacts

    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 and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field.
  • Page 53 → Merge accounts → Merge with Google. Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung → Merge accounts → Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list.
  • Page 54 Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts → Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Favourites.
  • Page 55 Communication Managing groups , and then take one of the following actions: • C reate: Make a new group. • S earch: Search for contacts. • C hange order: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another position, and then tap Done.

  • Page 56: Messaging

    Communication Messaging Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messaging 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 , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients:...

  • Page 57: Email

    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.

  • Page 58: Google Mail

    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.
  • Page 59 Communication Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap → Attach picture to attach images. → Attach video to attach videos. → Add Cc/Bcc to add more recipients. → Save draft to save the message for later delivery. →...

  • Page 60: Hangouts

    Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. → Refresh to manually retrieve new messages. Tap to view messages in other labels. → Change labels, and then select To add a label to a message, select the message, tap the label to assign.

  • Page 61: Messenger

    This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap More → Settings → Contact sync to manually sync contacts from the device.

  • Page 62: Web & Network

    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. to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address.

  • Page 63: Chrome

    Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap Saved pages → Saved pages. To view saved webpages, tap Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, use Downloads.

  • Page 64: Bluetooth

    • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections →...

  • Page 65: Group Play

    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 auto- generated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth.
  • Page 66 Web & network Creating a group for Group Play When you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and share the content. When you use a password for a Group Play session, other devices must enter the password to join the session.

  • Page 67: Nfc

    Web & network Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required applications. The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna.
  • Page 68 Use this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents. Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data.

  • Page 69: Music

    Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play.
  • Page 70 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.

  • Page 71: Camera

    Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 77) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. •...
  • Page 72 Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • A uto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.
  • Page 73 Media Panoramic photos A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots. Tap MODE → Panorama. and move the camera in one direction. When two panorama guide frames are aligned, 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.
  • Page 74 Media Recording mode → to change the recording mode. • N ormal: Use this mode for normal quality. • L imit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messaging. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 75 Media Configuring settings for Camera → 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. • P hoto size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.
  • Page 76 Media • R eview: Briefly display photos taken. • V olume key: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function. • T imer: Use this for delayed-time shots. • W hite balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.

  • Page 77: Gallery

    Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders.
  • Page 78 Media Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • F avourite: Add the image to favourites. • S lideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • P hoto frame: Use this to add a frame and a note to an image. The edited image is saved in the Photo frame folder.
  • Page 79 Media Favourite images → Favourite to add the image to the favourites list. When viewing an image, tap Deleting images Use one of the following methods: → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap • I n a folder, tap •...

  • Page 80: Video

    Media Organising with folders Create a folder to organise images or videos stored in the device. You can copy or move files from one folder to another. To create a new folder, tap . Enter a name for the folder, tap OK, and then tick images or videos.

  • Page 81: Youtube

    Media Deleting videos → Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete. Sharing videos → Share via, select videos by ticking, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. 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.
  • Page 82 Media Watching videos , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen. Add the video to the playlist. Search for videos. Pause or resume Send the URL to playback.

  • Page 83: Fm Radio

    Media FM Radio Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna. Tap FM Radio on the Applications screen. Listening to the FM radio Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio.
  • Page 84 Media Scanning radio stations → Scan, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen. Adding stations to the favourites list Scroll to a radio station, and then tap to add the station to the favourites list.

  • Page 85: Application & Media Stores

    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.

  • Page 86: Samsung Apps

    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.

  • Page 87: Play Movies

    Application & media stores Play Movies Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 88: Utilities

    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 , enter a memo, and then tap Save. → Colour. To change the background colour, tap →...
  • Page 89 Utilities Viewing a memo Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos. and use the following: • D elete: Delete the memo. • C olour: Change the background colour. • L ock: Lock the memo so that others cannot view it. •...
  • Page 90 Utilities 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.

  • Page 91: Dropbox

    To open files in the favourites list, tap Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Cloud.

  • Page 92: Clock

    Utilities Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup or Restore to back up or restore data with your Samsung account. Syncing with Dropbox Tap Link Dropbox account, and then enter the Dropbox account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
  • Page 93 Utilities 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. • L ocation alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location. •...

  • Page 94: Calculator

    Utilities Timer Set the duration, and then tap Start. Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off. Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen →...
  • Page 95 Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Pause playback. • / : Skip 60 seconds backwards or forwards. • : Skip to the previous or next voice memo. →...
  • Page 96 Utilities Here are several examples of spoken commands: • O pen music • L aunch calculator • C all Lulu mobile • D ial Lulu work • C heck schedule Tips for better voice recognition •...

  • Page 97: Google

    Utilities Google Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well. Tap Google on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword.

  • Page 98: Voice Search

    Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.

  • Page 99: Downloads

    Utilities Select a file or folder by ticking, and then use one of the following functions: • : Delete files or folders. • : Send files to others or share them. • → Move: Move files or folders to another folder. •...

  • Page 100: Travel & Local

    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.

  • Page 101: Navigation

    Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. • N avigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving.

  • Page 102: Settings

    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.
  • Page 103 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 Connections → Wi-Fi → → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
  • Page 104 Settings More networks Customise settings to control networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Mobile networks • M obile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. •...

  • Page 105: My Device

    • D ownload to: Select a memory location for saving media files. • U pload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network. My device Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen.
  • Page 106 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: –...
  • Page 107 Settings • A uto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. • O uter screen auto lock: Set the device to lock the external touch screen automatically when the device is closed. • S creen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight.
  • Page 108 Settings Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (standard or easy). Call Customise the settings for calling features. • C all rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone numbers to the reject list. • S et up call reject messages: Add or edit the message sent when you reject a call. •...
  • Page 109 Settings • A dditional settings: – Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. – Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. – Auto area code: Set the device to insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically before a phone number.
  • Page 110 Settings Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. Driving mode Activate driving mode to set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in driving mode. Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode.
  • Page 111 Settings • A nswering/ending calls: – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer calls by pressing the Home button. – Answer calls by tapping: Set the device to answer an incoming call when tapping the call accept button. –...
  • Page 112 Settings • A ssistant menu: Set the device to show the assistive shortcut icon that helps you access functions supported by external buttons or features on the notifications panel. You can also edit the menu on the shortcut icon. •...
  • Page 113 • C haracter preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • K ey-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • T utorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung Indian keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung Indian keyboard settings.
  • Page 114 – Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar. – Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • H elp: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. Voice recogniser Select a voice recognition engine.
  • Page 115 Settings • W ake up command: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice. • W ake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the screen is locked.

  • Page 116: Accounts

    • S mart stay: Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display. This feature is available only for the internal touch screen. Accounts Add account Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage.

  • Page 117: More

    Settings Backup and reset • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. • B ackup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. • A utomatic restore: Set the device to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device.
  • Page 118 • R emote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account.
  • Page 119 Settings 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.

  • Page 120: Google Settings

    Settings Google Settings Use this application to configure settings for some features provided by Google. Tap Google Settings on the Applications screen.

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    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: •...
  • Page 122 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
  • Page 123 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • I f the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
  • Page 124 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 125 • I f you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • E nsure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 126 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.
  • Page 127 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (SWA). 11/2013. Rev.1.0...

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