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- Page 1 EK-GN120A A3LEKGN120A 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. ™ ™ ™ ™ ™ • T he Android logo, Google , Google Maps , Google Mail , YouTube , Google Play ™...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting started Quick setting panel Home screen Device layout Using applications Buttons Applications screen Dioptre adjustment dial Help Command dial Entering text Lens layout Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Package contents Setting up accounts Installing the SIM or USIM card and Transferring files battery Securing the device... - Page 6 Table of Contents Camera: Shooting modes AF priority Noise reduction Auto Distortions correct Expert Color space Smart Dynamic range My mode Over exposure guide Video recording options Sharing options Camera: Shooting options Camera settings and settings Customising shooting options Media EV (brightness) ISO (sensitivity) Gallery...
- Page 7 121 Internet 142 Maps 122 Chrome 143 Local 123 Bluetooth 144 Navigation 124 Screen Mirroring 144 Earth 124 Samsung Link 126 Group Play Settings 145 About Settings Application & media stores 145 Connections 127 Play Store 148 My device 128 Samsung Apps...
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Page 8: Getting Started
Getting started Device layout Microphone Flash Power button Flash release Video recording button button Microphone Shutter button Lens release AF-assist light button Speaker Lens mount index Image sensor Headset jack Multipurpose jack Flap HDMI port Tripod mount... - Page 9 Do not use the device if it 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.
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Page 10: Buttons
Getting started Buttons Button Function • P ress and hold to turn the device on or off. • P ress and hold for 6-8 seconds to reset the device if it has Power fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes. •... -
Page 11: Command Dial
Getting started Command dial When using the camera application • O n the preview screen, rotate the Command dial to change shooting modes. Press the Command dial to confirm the selection. • I n expert mode, press and hold the Command dial to adjust the shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, or ISO sensitivity. -
Page 12: Lens Layout
• W hen purchasing optional lenses, check with a Samsung Service Centre to ensure compatibility. • R efer to the corresponding lens instructions for more details. • T his manual uses a SAMSUNG 18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 OIS III lens as an example. -
Page 13: Package Contents
Getting started Package contents Check the product box for the following items: Device Lens (including the body cap Battery (including the lens hood and hot-shoe cover) and caps) USB cable USB power adaptor Shoulder strap Adobe Photoshop Quick start guide / Handbook Lightroom DVD-ROM / Lens leaflet / Warranty card... - Page 14 • 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.
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Page 15: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And
Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • O nly microSIM cards work with the device. • S ome LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider. - Page 16 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 17 Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Removing the battery Slide the battery lock to release the battery, and then pull it out.
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Page 18: 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 19 • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
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Page 20: Inserting A Memory Card
Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • W hen you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •... - Page 21 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.
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Page 22: Attaching A Strap
Getting started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer, memory card reader, or other device may not be compatible with this device. Format the memory card on this device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → More → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card →... -
Page 23: Attaching And Removing A Lens
Getting started Attaching and removing a lens • U se only Samsung-approved lenses. Samsung is not responsible for damage caused by using another manufacturer’s lenses. • D o not attach or remove lenses in dusty, dirty areas. Dust and foreign particles can damage the lens or the device. - Page 24 Getting started Attaching the lens To attach the lens, align the red mark on the lens with the red mark on the device. Then, rotate the lens as shown in the illustration until it locks into place. • I f you attach a lens with the zoom lock switch, unlock it by rotating the zoom ring anticlockwise.
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Page 25: Turning The Device On And Off
Getting started Removing the lens To remove the lens, turn off the device, press and hold the lens release button, and then rotate the lens as shown in the illustration. After removing the lens from the device, attach the lens caps or store the lens with the mount up, to protect the lens surface and electrical contacts from scratches. -
Page 26: Adjusting The Volume
Getting started • F ollow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. • P ress and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless features. -
Page 27: 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) UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA+ network connected... -
Page 28: Using The Touch Screen
Basics 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. • D o not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. - Page 29 Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return. Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel.
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Page 30: Control Motions
Basics Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out. 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 →... - Page 31 Basics To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation. • S ome applications do not allow screen rotation. • S ome applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.
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Page 32: Palm Motions
Basics Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Palm motions Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen. Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps →... -
Page 33: Notifications
Basics Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. -
Page 34: Home Screen
Basics • M obile data: Activate or deactivate the data connection. • B locking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap Settings → My device →... - Page 35 Basics Adding an item Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels. Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories: • A pps and widgets: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen. •...
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Page 36: Using Applications
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 37: Applications Screen
Basics Opening from recently-used applications Tap and hold to open the list of recently-used applications. Select an application icon to open. Closing an application Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance. Tap and hold , tap Task manager, and then tap End next to an application to close it. -
Page 38: 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 39: Entering Text
Basics Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use. - Page 40 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 →...
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Page 41: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network
Basics Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 145) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. •... -
Page 42: Setting Up Accounts
Basics Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device. Adding accounts Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to set up a Google account. -
Page 43: Transferring Files
Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. -
Page 44: 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 45: Upgrading The Device
Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Power 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 Basics • D o not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is upgrading. • W hile upgrading the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer. Doing so may interfere with the update process. Upgrading over the air The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.
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Page 47: Camera: Basic Functions
Camera: Basic functions Launching Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Tap Camera on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Shutter button or the Video recording button. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device. (p. 97) •... - Page 48 Camera: Basic functions Learning icons The icons displayed on the preview screen provide information about current shooting options and settings. The icons listed in the table below are the most common. Icon Meaning Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure value ISO sensitivity Timer Flash Macro...
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Page 49: Taking Photos
Camera: Basic functions Closing Camera On the preview screen, drag your finger to the left to close the camera application and return to the Home screen. Taking photos Half-press the Shutter button to focus on the subject. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. -
Page 50: Taking Videos
Camera: Basic functions Taking videos Press the Video recording button to take a video. To stop recording, press the Video recording button again. Or, tap to take a video and tap to stop recording. While recording, tap where you want to focus to change the focus. To set the camera to focus automatically, tap •...