Samsung GT-I9070P User Manual
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English (EU). 03/2012. Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC to launch Samsung Kies. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2 GT-I9070P user manual...
  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    Using this manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards.
  • Page 4 Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 5: Instructional Icons

    Samsung Electronics. p. 12 (represents “see page 12”) Using this manual...
  • Page 6 Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ● trademarks of Samsung Electronics. The Android logo, Google ● ™ Mail , YouTube are trademarks of Google, Inc. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, ● Inc. worldwide.
  • Page 7 ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX ® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com Certified for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ... 11 Unpack ... 11 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ... 11 Charge the battery ... 13 Insert a memory card (optional) ... 16 Getting started ... 19 Turn your device on and off ... 19 Get to know your device ...
  • Page 9 Internet ... 89 Maps ... 93 Latitude ... 94 Places ... 95 Navigation ... 95 YouTube ... 96 Samsung Apps ... 97 Market ... 98 News & Weather ... 98 Connectivity ... 100 Bluetooth ... 100 Wi-Fi ... 102 Contents...
  • Page 10 Wi-Fi Direct ... 104 AllShare ... 105 Mobile network sharing ... 108 GPS ... 109 PC connections ... 110 VPN connections ... 112 Tools ... 115 Clock ... 115 Calculator ... 118 Downloads ... 118 Google Search ... 119 Kies air ... 119 Mini diary ...
  • Page 11 Location and security ... 136 Applications ... 137 Accounts and sync ... 138 Motion ... 138 Privacy ... 139 Storage ... 139 Language and keyboard ... 139 Voice input and output ... 142 Accessibility ... 144 Date and time ... 144 About phone ...
  • Page 12: Assembling

    ● 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.
  • Page 13 To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, 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.
  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 15: Charge With A Travel Adapter

    When your battery is low, the device will emit a ● warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon 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 ●...
  • Page 16 If your device is not charging properly, bring your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.
  • Page 17: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type). 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.
  • Page 18: Remove The Memory Card

    Remove the back cover. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Replace the back cover. › Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
  • Page 19: Format The Memory Card

    › 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. In Idle mode, select Applications Unmount SD card card → Erase everything. Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on your device.
  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key and then select Power off Follow all posted warnings and directions from ●...
  • Page 21: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Light sensor Proximity sensor Front camera lens Volume key Home key Menu key Multifunction jack Rear camera lens Power/Reset/Lock Internal antenna Headset jack Earpiece Touch screen Back key Mouthpiece Speaker Flashbulb Back cover Getting started...
  • Page 22: Key Function

    › Keys Power/ Reset Lock Menu Home Back Volume Adjust the device’s volume. 1. If your device has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes, you may need to reset the device to regain functionality. Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus (press and hold);...
  • Page 23: Indicator Icons

    › Indicator icons Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Icon Definition No signal Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected Open Wi-Fi APs available Wi-Fi AP connected Wi-Fi Direct connected Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated...
  • Page 24 Icon Definition Call diverting activated Connected to PC USB tethering activated Wi-Fi tethering 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 Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated...
  • Page 25: Use The Touch Screen

    Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use ● sharp tools. Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact ●...
  • Page 26: Lock Or Unlock The Touch Screen And Keys

    Control your touch screen with the following actions: Tap: Touch once with your finger to select or launch a menu, ● option, or application. Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than ● 2 seconds to open a pop-up option list. Drag: Tap and drag your finger up, down, left, or right to ●...
  • Page 27: Get To Know The Idle Screen

    Get to know the idle screen When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle screen. From the idle screen, you can view indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and other items. The idle screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen.
  • Page 28: Remove Items From The Idle Screen

    › Remove items from the idle screen Tap and hold an item to remove. The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen. Drag the item to the trash bin. When the item turns red, release the item. ›...
  • Page 29: Access Applications

    › Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs. In Idle mode, press [ You can also place your two fingers on the screen and pinch to switch to Edit mode.
  • Page 30 Select an application. When you use applications provided by Google, you ● must have a Google account. If you do not have a Google account, sign up for a Google account. You can add a shortcut to an application by tapping ●...
  • Page 31: Access Recent Applications

    To add a folder or panel to the menu screen, In the application list, press [ Tap and hold an application. Drag the application icon to the bottom of the screen. Repeat steps 2-3 to add more applications. Add Folder or Add Page to the menu screen. Drag A new folder or panel containing the applications is added to the menu screen.
  • Page 32: Customise Your Device

    › Use the task manager Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than one application at the same time. However, multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs using the task manager. In Idle mode, open the application list and select manager →...
  • Page 33: Change Your Ringtone

    Select a wallpaper for the idle screen In Idle mode, press [ Select an image. Save or Set wallpaper. Select Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. → Sound → Vibration →...
  • Page 34: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

    If you forget your unlock code, bring your device to a ● Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security ● codes or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 35: Lock Your Sim Or Usim Card

    Set an unlock PIN code In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Location and security Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Enter the PIN again and select Set an unlock password In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 36: Enter Text

    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 for controlling the device from the web remotely. In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 37: Change The Keyboard Type

    Change the keyboard type You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text input field and select Input method (Samsung keypad or Swype). › Enter text using the Swype keyboard Select the first character of a word and drag your finger to the second character without releasing the finger from the screen.
  • Page 38 You can also use the following keys: Number Function Change case. Access the keypad settings (tap and hold). Switch between Symbol/Number mode and ABC mode. Change the input language. Clear your input. Start a new line. Enter text by voice. Insert a space.
  • Page 39: Enter Text Using The Samsung Keypad

    › Enter text using the Samsung keypad → Portrait keypad types and select a text input Select method. You can select one of key input methods (QWERTY or traditional keypad) or handwriting input methods. Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing on the screen.
  • Page 40: Copy And Paste Text

    › Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. Place the cursor on the text you want to copy. Select Select word or Select all to select the text you Select want.
  • Page 41: Download Applications From Android Market

    Download applications from Android Market Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality can be extended by installing additional applications. Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applications. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ●...
  • Page 42: Download Files From The Web

    Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web, your device saves them in a memory card. Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device. To lessen your risk, only download files from sources you trust.
  • Page 43: Synchronise Data Manually

    › Set up a server account In Idle mode, open the application list and select Accounts and sync. → Add account Select Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. › Activate automatic sync In Idle mode, open the application list and select Accounts and sync.
  • Page 44: Communication

    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.
  • Page 45: Call An International Number

    Answer a call When a call comes in, drag When the device is ringing, press the Volume key to mute the ringtone. To end the call, select Reject a call When a call comes in, drag To send a message when you reject incoming calls, select Reject call with message.
  • Page 46: Use Options During A Voice Call

    › Use options during a voice call You can use the following options while a voice call is in progress: To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or ● down. To place a call on hold, select ●...
  • Page 47: View And Dial Missed Calls

    › 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 microphone so that the other party cannot ●...
  • Page 48 › Use additional features You can use various 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, In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 49 Use Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode In FDN mode, your device will restrict outgoing calls, except for the numbers stored in the FDN list. To activate FDN mode, In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Call → Additional settings Numbers →...
  • Page 50: View Call Logs

    Select a call barring option. Enter a call barring password and select Your setting will be sent to the network. 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.
  • Page 51: Messaging

    Messaging Learn to create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS) messages, and view or manage messages you have sent or received. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. ›...
  • Page 52: View A Text Or Multimedia Message

    Add recipients of your message. Enter phone numbers or email addresses manually, ● separating them with a semicolon or a comma. Select phone numbers or email addresses from the lists ● by selecting When you enter an email address, the device will convert the message as a multimedia message.
  • Page 53: Google Mail

    › Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to voice mail messages, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Keypad and then tap and hold 1.
  • Page 54: View Email Messages

    Compose. → Press [ Enter a name or address in the recipient field. Enter a subject and message. To attach an image file, press [ Select to send the message. › View email messages In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mail.
  • Page 55: Email

    Add a label to a message From the Inbox screen, tap and hold a message. Change labels. Select Select a label to add and select Filter messages From the Inbox screen, press [ Select the label of the messages you want to view. Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account.
  • Page 56: Send An Email Message

    › Send an email message In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email. Select Add recipients of your message. Enter email addresses manually and separate them by ● inserting a semicolon. Select email addresses from the lists by selecting ●...
  • Page 57: Talk

    From the message view, use the following options: To move to the previous or next message, select ● To move the message to another folder, select ● To delete the message, select ● To reply to the message, select ● To forward the message to other people, select ●...
  • Page 58: Social Hub

    › Start a chat In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a friend from the friend list. The chat screen opens. Enter your message and select To insert emoticons, press [ To switch between active chats, press [ chats.
  • Page 59: Entertainment

    Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 2560 x 1920 pixels (5 megapixels) and videos at resolutions up to 1280 x 720 pixels. The camera automatically turns off when you do not ●...
  • Page 60 Number Function Change the camera settings. Open the image viewer to view photos you captured. Use camera shortcuts. ● ● You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. Check the camera status. ● ● Switch to the camcorder. Capture a photo.
  • Page 61 After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the taken photos. To view more photos, scroll left or right. ● To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and ● spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out) or double-tap the screen.
  • Page 62: Capture A Photo In Self Shot Mode

    › Capture a photo in Self shot mode You can take photos of yourself conveniently using the front camera lens. In Idle mode, open the application list and select to turn on the camera. → Self portrait. Select Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo.
  • Page 63: Capture A Photo Of Action

    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. When you have aligned the green frame and viewfinder, the camera will automatically take the next photo. Repeat step 5 to complete the panoramic photo.
  • Page 64: Customise Camera Settings

    › Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select options: Option Edit shortcuts Self portrait Flash Shooting mode Scene mode Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Focus mode Timer Effects Resolution White balance to access the following Function Add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options.
  • Page 65 Option Function Metering Select a type of exposure metre. Automatically adjust contrast between Auto contrast your subject and background. Set the camera to alert you when people Blink detection close their eyes. Display the guidelines on the preview Guidelines screen. Image quality Set the quality level for your photos.
  • Page 66: Record A Video

    › Record a video 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.
  • Page 67 Number Function Check the camcorder status. ● ● Switch to the camera. Record a video. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed. After recording videos, select the image viewer icon to view the recorded videos.
  • Page 68: Customise Camcorder Settings

    › Customise camcorder settings Before recording a video, select options: Option Edit shortcuts Flash Recording mode Exposure value Adjust the exposure value. Timer Effects Resolution White balance Video quality Guidelines Storage Reset to access the following Function Add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options.
  • Page 69: Videos

    › Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently used options. From the preview screen, select → Edit shortcuts. press [ 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.
  • Page 70: Gallery

    Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Change a ratio of the video screen. Restart playback; Skip backward (double- tap); Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Pause playback; Select playback. Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold).
  • Page 71: View A Photo

    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.
  • Page 72: Play A Video

    Copy : Copy a photo file. Print : Print a photo using Wi-Fi or USB connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Edit : Edit a photo. Crop : Crop an image from a photo.
  • Page 73: Photo Editor

    Photo editor You can edit photos and apply various effects. In Idle mode, open the application list and select editor. Select picture Select To take a new photo, select Capture picture. → New selection Select To add to or subtract from the selection border, select ●...
  • Page 74: Music

    › Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the wireless web. ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. ● Receive via Bluetooth. ● Copy to your memory card.
  • Page 75: Create A Playlist

    Control playback with the following icons: Icon Function Adjust the volume. Activate the 5.1 channel surround sound system when a headset is connected. Activate Shuffle mode. Change the repeat mode (off, repeating a file, or repeating all files). Restart playback; Skip backward (double- tap);...
  • Page 76: Add Songs To The Quick List

    › Add songs to the quick list You can add songs to the quick list and save them as a playlist. During playback, press [ add the current song to the quick list. To go to the quick list, from the music player main screen, select Playlists →...
  • Page 77: Music Hub

    Music Hub You can access the online music store, and search for and buy your favourite songs. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Hub. If you are launching this application for the first time, select the check box next to Do not show for 90 days and select Confirm.
  • Page 78: Save A Radio Station Automatically

    Control the FM radio with the following keys: Number Function Turn off or on the FM radio. Search for an available radio station. Add the current radio station to the favourites list. Adjust the volume. Fine-tune the frequency. › Save a radio station automatically Plug a headset into the device.
  • Page 79: Add A Radio Station To The Favourites List

    › Add a radio station to the favourites list Plug a headset into the device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select radio. Select to turn on the FM radio. Scroll to the radio station you want. Select to add to the favourites list.
  • Page 80 Option Function Set whether or not the FM radio Alternative attempts to retune a radio station frequency when the signal is weak. Set the FM radio to automatically turn FM auto off off after a specified length of time. Entertainment...
  • Page 81: Personal Information

    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 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.
  • Page 82: Find A Contact

    › Find a contact 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.
  • Page 83: Create A Group Of Contacts

    Enter your own personal details. Save. Select 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 community accounts You can view the list of community website accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts.
  • Page 84: Copy Contacts

    Create. → Press [ Enter a name and select a ringtone for the group. Add member, select contacts to add to the group, Select and select Add. Save. Select › Copy contacts To copy contacts from the SIM or USIM card to your device, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Contacts.
  • Page 85: Calendar

    Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact. Select an option for importing a single contact file, multiple contact files, or all contact files, and select OK. Select contact files to import and select To export contacts from your device to a memory card, In Idle mode, open the application list and select...
  • Page 86: View Events

    › View events To change the calendar view, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Select a view mode from the top of the calendar. To view events of a specific date, In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar.
  • Page 87: Task

    Task Learn to create a task list and set alarms to remind yourself of important tasks or set priority. › Create a task In Idle mode, open the application list and select Create task or press [ Select Enter the details of the task. Save.
  • Page 88: Voice Recorder

    Change the colour of the memo. Lock the memo. Print the memo using Wi-Fi or USB connection. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. You can send the memo to others by pressing [ Send → an option.
  • Page 89: Play A Voice Memo

    When you are finished, select Your memo is saved automatically. To record more voice memos, select › Play a voice memo In Idle mode, open the application list and select recorder. List. Select Select a voice memo to play. You can send the voice memo to others by pressing →...
  • Page 90: Web

    Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. You may incur additional charges for accessing the ● web and downloading media files. For details, contact your service provider.
  • Page 91 Number Function Enter the web address of a web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: To zoom in or out, tap the screen with two fingers and ●...
  • Page 92: Search For Information By Voice

    ● Settings. To print the current web page or screen via a connected ● printer, press [ compatible only with Samsung printers. › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 93: Recent History

    From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark and use the following options: To open the web page in the current window, select ● To open the web page in a new window, select ● new window. To edit the bookmark details, select ●...
  • Page 94: Maps

    Maps Learn to use Google Maps online map for streets, cities, or countries, and get directions. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. You must activate location services to find your ● location and search the map. ›...
  • Page 95: Latitude

    Enter the addresses of the starting location and the ending location. To enter an address from your contact list or point the location on the map, select or My Places. Select a travel method (car, bus, or walk) and select directions.
  • Page 96: Places

    Places Learn to search for a place around you. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Select a category. Your device searches for places around your current location that are related to the category.
  • Page 97: Youtube

    Enter your destination by using one of the following methods: Speak Destination ● “Navigate to destination. ” Type Destination ● virtual keypad. Contacts : Select your destination from addresses of ● your contacts. Starred Places ● your starred places. YouTube Learn to view and share videos via YouTube.
  • Page 98: Samsung Apps

    YouTube. Enter details of the upload and select Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of applications directly to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, health related applications and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile experience.
  • Page 99: Market

    In Idle mode, open the application list and select Samsung Apps. If you are launching this application for the first time, read the terms and conditions and select Accept. Search for and download applications as desired. Market You can download games, ringtones, or other applications from the Android Market.
  • Page 100: Read News Articles

    › Read news articles In Idle mode, open the application list and select 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 → Select news topics.
  • Page 101: Connectivity

    Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
  • Page 102: Send Data Using The Bluetooth Wireless Feature

    › Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network → 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.
  • Page 103: Wi-Fi

    › Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network → 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.
  • Page 104 › Activate the Wi-Fi feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Wireless and network The Wi-Fi feature running in the background will consume battery power. To preserve battery power, activate the feature only when needed. › Find and connect to a Wi-Fi AP In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 105: Wi-Fi Direct

    › Connect to a Wi-Fi AP using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Using WPS, you can connect to a secured network. To connect to a Wi-Fi AP with a WPS button, In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 106: Allshare

    Scan. → Press [ Select a device and then select When the owner of the other device accepts the connection, the devices are connected. › Send data via Wi-Fi Select a file or item, such as a memo, media file, or web address, from an appropriate application or My files.
  • Page 107 › 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. Some files may not play on the DLNA-enabled devices depending on the devices. In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 108 › Play your files on another DLNA-enabled device In Idle mode, open the application list and select My device. Select Select a media category and a file. Select a player—the one that will play the media file. Playback begins at the selected player. Control playback using icons of your device.
  • Page 109: Mobile Network Sharing

    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 Wi-Fi In Idle mode, open the application list and select →...
  • Page 110: Gps

    › Share your device’s mobile network via USB Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Wireless and network hotspot. USB tethering to activate the USB tethering Select feature.
  • Page 111: Pc Connections

    Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable in USB connection modes. By connecting the device to a PC, you can synchronise files with Windows Media Player, transfer data to and from your device directly, and use the Samsung Kies program. ›...
  • Page 112: Synchronise With Windows Media Player

    Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC to launch Samsung Kies. Copy files from the PC to the device. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.
  • Page 113: Vpn Connections

    OK to confirm (if necessary). Select Using a USB cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. When connected, select OK to confirm (if necessary). Select Open the folder to view files. Copy files from the PC to the memory card. When you are finished, select To disconnect the device from the PC, click the USB device icon on the Windows task bar and click the...
  • Page 114 › Set up VPN connections In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network → Select a VPN type. Customise the connection information. Available options may vary depending on the VPN type. Option VPN name Set VPN server Enable encryption Set IPsec pre-...
  • Page 115 › Connect to a private network In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network → Select a private network to connect. Enter the user name and password and select VPN settings. → Connectivity Settings Connect.
  • Page 116: Tools

    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 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Alarm. Create alarm or press [ Select Set alarm details.
  • Page 117: Create A World Clock

    › Create a world clock In Idle mode, open the application list and select World clock. Add city or press [ Select 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.
  • Page 118 › Use the desk clock The desk clock displays the current time and date, and weather. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Desk clock. Select to set an idle clock. → Settings. Press [ Change the following options: Option Hide status bar Wallpaper...
  • Page 119: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. › Perform the calculation In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations.
  • Page 120: Google Search

    Google Search You can search for applications and data saved in your device and specific data on the web. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search. If you are launching this application for the first time, set whether or not to view the search history of your Google account.
  • Page 121: Mini Diary

    Option Time-out Lock contents Reset settings › Connect a PC to your device via Wi-Fi In Idle mode, open the application list and select → Start. Enter the web address displayed by Kies air in the browser on your PC. Allow (if necessary).
  • Page 122: My Files

    Change the today’s date and set the weather (if necessary). Tap to add photo and add an image or capture a Select photo. To add a short description of the attached photo, select Add location. Tap to add text, and enter text and select Done. Select Save.
  • Page 123: Polaris Office

    To delete files or folders, select ● To change the view mode, select ● To sort files or folders, select ● To use additional features using a file, such as moving, ● copying or renaming option, select More. Polaris Office Learn to create and view Polaris Office documents on your device and memory card.
  • Page 124 ● To send a file to others, press [ ● To print the file, press [ ● is compatible only with some Samsung printers. To read the document via the text-to-speech feature, ● → press [ To customise the settings for displaying or managing ●...
  • Page 125: Sim Toolkit

    SIM Toolkit Use a variety of additional services offered by your service provider. Depending on your SIM or USIM card, this menu may be available but labelled differently. In Idle mode, open the application list and select SIM Toolkit. Task manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications and memory information.
  • Page 126: Voice Command

    Voice command Your device provides the intelligent voice command feature which turns your voice commands into action. You can dial a number, send a message, search for locations or information, or complete other tasks simply by speaking to your device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select command.
  • Page 127: Voice Talk

    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. In Idle mode, open the application list and select talk.
  • Page 128 › Activate or deactivate the NFC feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Wireless and network. → NFC to activate the NFC feature. Select To deactivate the NFC feature, clear NFC. › Read information from an NFC tag Once you activate the NFC feature, your device will read product information when you place it near an NFC tag.
  • Page 129 › Add your own tag In Idle mode, open the application list and select My tag Add new tag. → Select a tag type you want to write. Enter your tag information or select a contact and select Save. › Write information to NFC tags In Idle mode, open the application list and select My tag.
  • Page 130: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu In Idle mode, open the application list and select 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.
  • Page 131: Bluetooth Settings

    › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi. › Bluetooth settings Bluetooth : Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ● p. 100 ► Device name : Set a Bluetooth name for your device. ●...
  • Page 132: Call

    › Mobile networks Use packet data ● networks for network services. Data roaming : Set the device to connect to another ● network when you are roaming or your home network is not available. Access Point Names ● Network mode ●...
  • Page 133: Additional Settings

    Turn on proximity sensor: Set to turn on the proximity ● sensor during a call. Call forwarding ● Additional settings ● Caller ID : Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. Call barring : Block incoming or outgoing calls. Call waiting : Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress.
  • Page 134: Sound

    Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. Silent mode : Activate 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, ●...
  • Page 135: Display

    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.
  • Page 136: Power Saving

    Gyroscope calibration ● 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. Calibrate the gyroscope when tilting or panning ● motions, or motion-enabled games, show drifting or unintended movements.
  • Page 137: Location And Security

    Location and security Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card, and GPS functionality. Use wireless networks ● networks for finding your location. Use GPS satellites ● your location. Use sensor aiding ● pedestrian positioning when the GPS signal is obstructed. There may be variations between the sensor estimates and your actual location.
  • Page 138: Applications

    Visible passwords ● password as · for security. Set the device to display your password as you enter. Select device administrators ● installed on your device. You can activate device administrators to apply new policies to your device. Use secure credentials ●...
  • Page 139: Accounts And Sync

    This is for application development. Samsung Apps ● packet switched data network) to get notifications for new applications from Samsung Apps. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation.
  • Page 140: Privacy

    Panning : Set to move an item to another page when you ● tap and hold the item and then pan the device to the left or right. Double tap : Set to begin voice recognition by tapping the ● device twice quickly while using Voice talk.
  • Page 141 › Select input method Select a default keyboard type for text input. › Swype Select Input Method ● How to Swype : Learn how to enter text with the Swype ● keyboard. Personal dictionary ● words in your dictionary will appear as suggestions for your text inputs.
  • Page 142: Samsung Keypad

    : Set the device to insert a full stop when you ● double-tap the space bar. Tutorial : Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keypad. ● : Select the default input method, : Select languages for text input.
  • Page 143: Voice Input And Output

    Change the settings for the voice recogniser and the text-to- speech feature. › 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 ● Auto-dial : Set to automatically dial a number when the ●...
  • Page 144 Social settings : Change the settings for accessing ● community websites. Voice talk settings ● talk. Voice talk help ● talk. For the Google voice recognition, use the following options: Language : Select a language for the voice recognition. ● SafeSearch : Set the device to filter explicit text and/or ●...
  • Page 145: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alter the following settings to improve the device accessibility. Accessibility : Activate an accessibility application you have ● downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback.
  • Page 146: About Phone

    Set date : Set the current date manually. ● Select time zone ● Set time : Set the current time manually. ● Use 24-hour format ● 24-hour format. Select date format ● About phone Access information about your device, check the device’s status, and update the device system.
  • Page 147: Troubleshooting

    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: When the device lock feature is enabled, you Password must enter the password you set for the device.
  • Page 148: Calls Are Being Dropped

    If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your ● local Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key for 8-10 seconds.
  • Page 149: Audio Quality Is Poor

    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.
  • Page 150 Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the...
  • Page 151: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Fm Radio

    Contact a Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung mobile device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting ●...
  • Page 152: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    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. A connection is not established when you connect...
  • Page 153: Safety Precautions

    For safe disposal of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest authorised service centre. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. •...
  • Page 154 • 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 •...
  • Page 155 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 •...
  • Page 156 • 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. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.
  • Page 157 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 •...
  • Page 158: Reduce The Risk Of Repetitive Motion Injuries

    Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device to malfunction. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung. Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery •...
  • Page 159 Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device • Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. For service, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre. • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or fire.
  • Page 160 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. Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use...
  • Page 161 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.
  • Page 162 For more information, visit www.samsung.com/sar and search for your device with the model number. 0.431 W/kg 0.674 W/kg...
  • Page 163: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    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.
  • Page 164 ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.
  • Page 165: Index

    Index access codes 146 alarms creating 115 deactivating 115 stopping 115 AllShare 106 auto rejection 47 battery charging 13 installing 11 Bluetooth activating 100 finding and pairing with devices 101 receiving data 102 sending data 101 brightness, display 33 calculator 118 calendar creating events 84 viewing events 85...
  • Page 166 DLNA see AllShare downloads applications 40 files 41 managing 118 email sending 55 setting accounts 54 viewing 55 file manager 121 find my mobile 35 fixed dialling number mode 48 flight mode 19 FM radio listening to 76 saving stations 77 gallery file formats 69 playing videos 71...
  • Page 167 128 reading tags 127 viewing tags 127 writing tags 128 news & weather 98 PC connections mass storage 111 Samsung Kies 110 Windows Media Player 111 phonebook creating contacts 80 creating groups 82 creating your namecard 81 finding contacts 81...
  • Page 168 time and date, set 31 touch screen locking 25 using 24 unpack 11 USIM card installing 11 locking 34 video calls answering 44 making 43 using options 46 video player 68, 71 videos playing 68, 71 recording 65 voice calls answering 44 making 43 using options 45...
  • Page 170 2012.02.27 (place and date of issue) * It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.

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