Samsung SM-G920F SM-G920FQ User Manual
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  • Page 1 SM-G920F SM-G920FQ SM-G920I User Manual User Manual User Manual English. 04/2015. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Basics Camera Gallery Read me first Smart Manager Package contents S Planner Device layout S Health SIM or USIM card S Voice Battery Music usic usic Turning the device on and off Video ideo ideo Touchscreen Voice Recorder Voic Voice Recorder e Recorder...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents 106 Applications 106 Wallpaper 106 Themes 107 Lock screen and security 111 Privacy and safety 114 Easy mode 115 Accessibility 115 Accounts 116 Backup and reset 117 Language and input 117 Battery 118 Storage 118 Date and time 119 User manual 119 About device Appendix...
  • Page 4: Basics

    • S amsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung.
  • Page 5: Instructional Icons

    Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer.
  • Page 6: Device Layout

    Basics Device layout Speaker LED indicator Front camera Proximity/Light sensor Touchscreen Power key SIM card tray SIM card tray SIM card tray Home key (Fingerprint recognition sensor) Recents key Back key Back key Back key Headset jack Loud speaker Multipurpose jack Microphone Infrared port Infrared port...
  • Page 7 • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
  • Page 8: Sim Or Usim Card

    Basics SIM or USIM card Installing the SIM or USIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider. • O nly nano-SIM cards work with the device. • S ome LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For more information about service availability, contact your service provider.
  • Page 9 Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Use 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 10: Battery

    Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
  • Page 11: Reducing The Battery Consumption

    Basics After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power.
  • Page 12 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 If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 13 About Fast charging • F ast charging uses battery charging technology that charges the battery faster by increasing the charging power. The device supports Samsung’s Adaptive fast charging feature and Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0. • T o use Fast charging on your device, connect it to a battery charger that supports Adaptive fast charging or Quick Charge 2.0.
  • Page 14: Wireless Charging

    • U se Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the battery may not charge properly.
  • Page 15: Turning The Device On And Off

    Basics Ultra power saving mode Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs the following: • D isplays colours on the screen as grey tones. • R estricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only. •...
  • Page 16: Touchscreen

    Basics Touchscreen • D o not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • T o avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 17 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
  • Page 18 Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.
  • Page 19: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 20: Home Screen Options

    Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.
  • Page 21: Flipboard Briefing

    Basics Flipboard Briefing View the latest articles in various categories. You can get up to date on news that interests you using this feature. On the Home screen, tap or swipe to the right to open Flipboard Briefing. Swipe upwards or downwards to browse articles in each news category.
  • Page 22: Creating Folders

    Basics Creating folders On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name.
  • Page 23: Apps Screen

    Basics Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. Moving items This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 24 Basics Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. and enter a folder name. and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.
  • Page 25: Indicator Icons

    Basics Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common. The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
  • Page 26: Lock Screen

    The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.
  • Page 27: Notification Panel

    Basics Password A password consists of characters and numbers. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it. Fingerprints Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for more information.
  • Page 28 Basics You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Rearrange quick setting buttons. Quick setting buttons Launch Settings. Adjust the brightness. Launch S Finder. Launch Quick Connect. Tap a notification and perform various actions. Clear all notifications. Clear all notifications. Clear all notifications.
  • Page 29: Quick Connect

    If you have installed Samsung Link on your device, the list of devices registered with Samsung Link will appear at the top of the screen. For more information about with Samsung Link will appear at the top of the screen. For more information about with Samsung Link will appear at the top of the screen.
  • Page 30: Entering Text

    Basics Sharing content Share content with the connected devices. Open the notification panel and tap Quick Connect. Select a device from the list of detected devices. Tap Share content and select a media category. Follow the on-screen instructions to send content to the connected device. The next steps may vary depending on the selected media category.
  • Page 31 Basics Changing the keyboard layout , select a language under Input languages, and then select a keyboard layout to use. On 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears. Additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions.
  • Page 32: Copying And Pasting

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Drag Tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste. To paste text that you have previously copied, tap Clipboard and select the text.
  • Page 33: Screen Capture

    Basics Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device. Press and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously. You can view captured images in Gallery. You can also capture screenshots by swiping your hand to the left or right across the screen. Refer to Motions and gestures for more information.
  • Page 34: Multi Window

    Basics Multi window Introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view. Some apps may not support this feature. Split screen view Pop-up view...
  • Page 35 Basics Split screen view to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window. The selected app will launch in the upper window. Select another app to launch. Select another app to launch. Select another app to launch.
  • Page 36 Basics Using additional options When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options: • : Switch locations between app windows. : Switch locations between app windows. : Switch locations between app windows.
  • Page 37 Basics • : Minimise the window. • : Maximise the window. • : Close the app. Adjusting the window size Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows. Pop-up view On the Apps screen, launch an app to use in the pop-up view.
  • Page 38 Basics Moving pop-up windows To move a pop-up window, tap and hold the circle on a window and drag it to a new location. Launching the pop-up view from the split screen view On the split screen view, tap an app window to launch it in the pop-up view. Tap and hold the circle between the app windows.
  • Page 39: Device And Data Management

    Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.
  • Page 40 Basics Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable. On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device. Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer. Connect your new device to the computer using the USB cable. On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your new device.
  • Page 41: Updating The Device

    Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software. Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software. On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch www.samsung.com/smartswitch www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download and install Smart...
  • Page 42: Backing Up And Restoring Data

    To set the device to automatically back up data, tap the Auto back up switch to activate it. To restore data using a Samsung account, tap Restore. Current data will be deleted from the . Current data will be deleted from the .
  • Page 43: Connecting To A Tv

    Introduction Register a TV to your device to easily share content between them. • T his feature is compatible with Samsung Smart TVs released in 2015 or later that support the Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) feature. • S ome files may be buffered during playback, depending on the network connection.
  • Page 44 Basics Mirroring a TV screen to your device Open the notification panel and tap Quick Connect. The registered TV appears on the list. Select the registered TV. Tap TV to mobile device. The TV screen will appear on your device. Using the Briefing on TV feature Your registered TV turns on automatically according to the preset time set on your device and Your registered TV turns on automatically according to the preset time set on your device and...
  • Page 45: Sharing Files With Contacts

    Basics Sharing files with contacts Share files with your contacts using the simple sharing feature. The following actions are an example of sharing images. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select an image.
  • Page 46: Emergency Mode

    Basics Emergency mode Emergency mode changes the screen to grey tones to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more. Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Emergency mode.
  • Page 47: Applications

    Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Samsung Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 48: Phone

    Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Applications → Application manager, select an app, and then tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL.
  • Page 49 Applications to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list. Preview the phone number. Delete a preceding character. Hide the keypad. Hide the keypad. Hide the keypad. Making calls from the locked screen On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle.
  • Page 50: Receiving Calls

    Applications Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards. To create various rejection messages, open the Apps screen and tap Phone →...
  • Page 51: Contacts

    Applications • I nternet: Browse webpages. • C ontacts: Open the contacts list. • S Planner: Open the calendar. • M emo: Create a memo. • : End the current call. During a video call Tap the screen to use the following options: •...
  • Page 52: Importing Contacts

    Applications To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, open the Apps screen and tap Phone. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. Enter the number and tap Add to Contacts. To add a phone number to the contacts list from received calls or messages, open the Apps screen and tap Phone →...
  • Page 53: Messages

    Applications Sharing profile Share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others using the profile sharing feature. • T his feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • T his feature is only available for contacts who have activated the profile sharing feature on their device.
  • Page 54: Viewing Messages

    Applications Add recipients and enter a message. Access additional options. Enter recipients. Select contacts from the contacts list. Attach files. Send the message. Enter a message. Enter emoticons. Tap SEND to send the message. Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.
  • Page 55: Internet

    Applications Internet Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen. To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
  • Page 56: Email

    Applications Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Tap Email on the Apps screen. Enter the email address and password, and then tap NEXT. To manually register a company email account, tap MANUAL SETUP. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
  • Page 57: Camera

    Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Basic shooting You can take photos or record videos. View your photos and videos in Gallery. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Camera etiquette • D o not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission.
  • Page 58 Applications • T o change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus. To focus on the centre of the screen, tap Current mode Preview thumbnail Hide or show the setting icons. Record a video. Quick settings Take a photo.
  • Page 59 Applications Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos, launch Camera on the locked screen. On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. • T his feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...
  • Page 60: Auto Mode

    Applications Tracking AF Set the device to track and automatically focus on a selected subject, even when the subject is moving or when you change the shooting composition. On the preview screen, tap and tap the Tracking AF switch to activate it. to return to the preview screen.
  • Page 61 Applications Pro mode Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Pro. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a photo. • : Select a colour effect.
  • Page 62 Applications Separating the exposure area and the focus area If bright light affects the contrast or the subject is outside the auto focus area, use this feature to achieve an appropriate exposure. You can separate the exposure and focus areas and select the exposure level you want for the subject.
  • Page 63 Applications Selective focus Use the out-of-focus effect to make specific objects stand out in a photo. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Selective focus. Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo. Tap the preview thumbnail.
  • Page 64 Applications Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Panorama. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: • M ove the camera slowly in one direction. •...
  • Page 65 Applications Editing slow motion sections On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail. The video will start playing with a randomly set slow motion section. to pause playback. Drag the start bracket and the end bracket to the desired point to trim segments of a video.
  • Page 66 Applications Fast motion Record a video for viewing it in fast motion. You can specify sections of your videos to be played in fast motion. The focal length may become shorter when using this mode. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Fast motion. to start recording.
  • Page 67 Applications Drag to select the area of the video to be played in fast motion. To set a fast motion section more precisely, tap and hold , and then drag your finger to the left or right to move through the section frame by frame. Fast motion section Tap the fast motion section and use the following options: •...
  • Page 68 Applications Virtual shot Take a series of photos while circling a subject to create a view of the subject from multi angles. You can view the subject from different angles by dragging your finger left or right on the photo. On the preview screen, tap MODE →...
  • Page 69 Applications Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. Tap MODE → Selfie. Face the front camera lens. When the device detects your face, tap the sensor on the back of the device to take a photo of yourself.
  • Page 70: Wide Selfie

    Applications Wide selfie Take a wide self-portrait to include more people in the photo and avoid leaving people out. On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. Tap MODE → Wide selfie. Face the front camera lens. When the device detects your face, tap the sensor on the back of the device to take a photo of yourself.
  • Page 71 Applications Interval shot Take series of self-portraits at an interval and save photos you want. On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. Tap MODE → Interval shot. When the device detects your face, tap the sensor on the back of the device to take a photo of yourself.
  • Page 72: Camera Settings

    Applications Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen, use the following quick settings. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • : Select a filter effect to use when taking photos or recording videos. To download more effects, tap Download.
  • Page 73: Gallery

    Applications • T racking AF: Set the device to track and automatically focus on a selected subject, even when the subject or camera moves. • V ideo stabilisation: Activate anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurriness resulting from camera shake while recording a video. •...
  • Page 74 Applications Select an image or a video. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. To play a video, tap Move to the previous screen. More options Share the image with others. Modify the image. Modify the image. Modify the image. Add the image to favourites.
  • Page 75: Smart Manager

    Applications Smart Manager Introduction The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with one tap of your finger. Using the quick optimisation feature Using the quick optimisation feature Using the quick optimisation feature On the Apps screen, tap Smart Manager →...
  • Page 76: Device Security

    Applications Using the Smart manager On the Apps screen, tap Smart Manager and select a feature. Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features and closing apps that are consuming an excessive amount of battery power.
  • Page 77: Creating Events

    Applications S Planner Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner. Creating events Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. or double-tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Enter event details.
  • Page 78: Creating Tasks

    Applications Creating tasks Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. → Tasks. Enter task details and tap TODAY or TOMORROW to set a due date. To add more details, tap Tap SAVE to save the task. Syncing events and tasks with your accounts Syncing events and tasks with your accounts Syncing events and tasks with your accounts On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 79 Applications Using S Health You can view the key information from S Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness and fitness. Tap S Health on the Apps screen. Goals and programmes Trackers • G OALS: Set your daily fitness goals and view your progress. : Set your daily fitness goals and view your progress.
  • Page 80: Additional Information

    (But if you sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of...
  • Page 81: Using S Voice

    Applications S Voice Introduction Perform various tasks simply by speaking. Setting a wake-up command You can launch S Voice using your own wake-up command. When launching S Voice for the first time, tap START and set your own wake-up command. →...
  • Page 82: Setting The Language

    Applications Say a voice command. If the device recognises the command, the device will perform the corresponding action. To repeat a voice command or say a different command, tap . This app will close automatically if the device is not used for a specified period. Tips for better voice recognition •...
  • Page 83 Applications Music Listen to music sorted by category and customise playback settings. Tap Music on the Apps screen. , select a category, and then select a song to play. Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen. Access additional options.
  • Page 84 Applications Video Watch videos stored in the device and customise playback settings. Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Access additional options. Pause and resume playback. Rewind or fast-forward by dragging the bar. Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume.
  • Page 85: Voice Recorder

    Applications Voice Recorder Introduction Use different recording modes for various situations, such as in an interview. The device can convert your voice to text and distinguish between sound sources. Recording voice memos On the Apps screen, tap Tools → Voice Recorder. to start recording.
  • Page 86: Changing The Recording Mode

    Applications Changing the recording mode to select a mode from the list. • S tandard: This is the normal recording mode. Voice memos recorded in this mode appear with the icon next to them. • I nterview: The microphone is sensitive to sounds from two directions. In this mode, both the top and the bottom of the device pick up equal amounts of sound.
  • Page 87: My Files

    Applications To mute certain sound sources, tap for the corresponding direction that sound is to be muted. The icon will change to and the sound will be muted. Muted sound source Unmuted sound source Unmuted sound source Unmuted sound source My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud...
  • Page 88: Memo

    Applications Memo Create memos and organise them by category. On the Apps screen, tap Tools → Memo. Composing memos on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: • C ategory: Create or set a category. •...
  • Page 89: Setting Alarms

    Applications Setting alarms Set an alarm time and tap SAVE. To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap KEYPAD. To set an alarm with various alarm options, tap OPTIONS, set alarm options, and then tap SAVE. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the clock icon next to the alarm in the alarms list. Stopping alarms Tap DISMISS to stop an alarm.
  • Page 90: Calculator

    Applications Tap STOP to stop timing. To restart the timing, tap RESUME. To clear lap times, tap RESET. Timer On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Timer. Set the duration, and then tap START. To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap KEYPAD. Tap DISMISS when the timer goes off.
  • Page 91: Google Apps

    Applications Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Accounts for more information. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 92: Play Newsstand

    Applications Play Newsstand Read news and magazines that interest you in one convenient location. Play Games Download games from Play Store and play them with others. Drive Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others.
  • Page 93: Settings

    Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. To edit the list of frequently used settings, tap EDIT. Then, tick items to add or deselect items .
  • Page 94 Settings Tap CONNECT. Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks and tap FORGET.
  • Page 95: Bluetooth

    • S amsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth.
  • Page 96: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices

    Settings Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it. The detected devices are listed. Select a device to pair with. If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming the auto-generated passkey.
  • Page 97: Flight Mode

    Settings Unpairing Bluetooth devices Tap Bluetooth on the Settings screen. The device displays the paired devices in the list. next to the device name to unpair. Tap Unpair. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. This disables all wireless functions on your device.
  • Page 98: Data Usage

    Settings Using the mobile hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering → Mobile hotspot. Tap the switch to activate it. icon appears on the status bar.
  • Page 99: Mobile Networks

    Settings Mobile networks Configure your mobile network settings. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile networks. • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • A ccess Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). •...
  • Page 100 Settings Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag. The information from the tag appears. Ensure that the device’s screen is unlocked. Otherwise, the device will not read NFC Ensure that the device’s screen is unlocked. Otherwise, the device will not read NFC Ensure that the device’s screen is unlocked.
  • Page 101: Sending Data

    Settings Sending data Allow data exchange when your device’s NFC antenna touches the other device’s NFC antenna. On the Settings screen, tap NFC and payment → NFC, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap Android Beam and tap the switch to activate it. Select an item and touch the other device’s NFC antenna to your device’s NFC antenna.
  • Page 102: More Connection Settings

    Settings More connection settings Options Customise settings to control other features. On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings. • P rinting: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more information.
  • Page 103 Settings Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it. The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device. To add printers manually, tap MORE → Add printer → ADD PRINTER. To change print settings, tap MORE →...
  • Page 104: Sounds And Notifications

    Settings Download booster Set the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. A stronger Wi-Fi signal will provide a faster download speed. On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings → Download booster. •...
  • Page 105: Display

    Settings • A pp notifications: Change the notification settings for each app. • L ED indicator: Set the device to turn on the LED indicator while the battery is charging, when you have notifications, or when you record voice memos. Display Change the display settings.
  • Page 106: Applications

    Settings • S mart alert: Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new messages when you pick up the device. This feature may not work if the screen is turned on or the device is not on a flat surface.
  • Page 107: Lock Screen And Security

    You can also access the Find my mobile help you locate your device if it is lost or stolen. You can also access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device. findmymobile.samsung.com findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device.
  • Page 108: Fingerprint Recognition

    • S creen lock • W eb sign-in • V erify Samsung account • T his feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • F ingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device.
  • Page 109 Settings Registering fingerprints On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Fingerprints → Add fingerprint. Place your finger on the Home key. Lift your finger when the device vibrates, and then place it on the Home key again. Lift your finger when the device vibrates, and then place it on the Home key again.
  • Page 110: Changing The Backup Password

    Enter the password again and tap OK. Verifying the Samsung account password Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password.
  • Page 111: Privacy And Safety

    • R eport diagnostic info: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung. • S end SOS messages: Set the device to send help messages by pressing the Power key three times.
  • Page 112: Private Mode

    Settings Private mode Hide personal content in your device to prevent others from accessing it. In private mode, you can hide items in Gallery, Video, Music, Voice Recorder, My Files, and Internet. Activating private mode On the Settings screen, tap Privacy and safety → Private mode, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 113 Settings Viewing hidden content You can view hidden items only when private mode is activated. On the Settings screen, tap Privacy and safety → Private mode, and then tap the switch to activate it. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the preset private mode access code. On the Apps screen, tap Tools →...
  • Page 114: Easy Mode

    Settings Send SOS messages In an emergency situation, quickly press the Power key three times. The device sends messages to your primary contacts. The messages include your location information. On the Settings screen, tap Privacy and safety → Send SOS messages, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 115: Accessibility

    On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with. Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with. Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with.
  • Page 116: Backup And Reset

    Backup and reset Backup and reset • B ack up my data: Back up your personal information and app data to the Samsung : Back up your personal information and app data to the Samsung : Back up your personal information and app data to the Samsung server.
  • Page 117: Language And Input

    • L anguage: Select a display language for all menus and apps. • D efault keyboard: Select a default keyboard type for text input. • S amsung keyboard: Change the Samsung keyboard settings. • G oogle voice typing: Change the voice input settings.
  • Page 118: Storage

    Settings Storage View memory information for your device. On the Settings screen, tap Storage. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you update the device.
  • Page 119: User Manual

    Settings User manual View help information to learn how to use the device and apps or configure important settings. On the Settings screen, tap User manual. About device Access device information, edit the device name, or update device software. On the Settings screen, tap About device.
  • Page 120: Appendix

    Appendix Accessibility About Accessibility Improve accessibility with features that make the device easier to use for users who have impaired vision, hearing, and reduced dexterity. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility. Using the Home key to open accessibility menus Using the Home key to open accessibility menus Using the Home key to open accessibility menus On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 121 Appendix Voice Assistant (Voice feedback) Activating or deactivating Voice Assistant When you activate Voice Assistant, the device reads aloud the text on the screen or selected features when you tap it once. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Vision → Voice Assistant, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 122 Appendix • S wiping to the left then right in one motion: Scroll up the screen. • S wiping to the right then left in one motion: Scroll down the screen. • S wiping upwards then downwards in one motion: Move to the first item on the screen. •...
  • Page 123 Appendix Using the contextual menu While you are using Voice Assistant, swipe to the left or right with three fingers. The contextual menu will appear and the device will read the options aloud. Swipe to the left or right with three fingers to scroll through the options. When you hear the option you want, swipe upwards or downwards to use the option or adjust the settings for the option.
  • Page 124 Appendix • V ibration feedback: Set the device to vibrate when you explore the screen. • S ound feedback: Set the device to emit a sound when you control the screen, such as scrolling the screen, and more. •...
  • Page 125: Entering Text Using The Keyboard

    Appendix Setting text-to-speech features Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when Voice Assistant is activated, such as languages, speed, and more. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Vision → Text-to-speech options, and then use the following functions: •...
  • Page 126: Changing The Font Size

    Appendix Vision Writing voice memos to voice labels You can use voice labels to distinguish objects of similar shape by attaching labels to them. You can record and assign a voice memo to an NFC-enabled voice label. The voice memo is played back when you place your device near the label.
  • Page 127 Appendix • E xploring the screen by scrolling: Drag two or more fingers across the magnified screen. • A djusting zoom ratio: Pinch two or more fingers on the magnified screen or spread them apart. You can also temporarily magnify the screen by tapping the screen three times and holding. While holding the screen, drag your finger to explore the screen.
  • Page 128: Colour Adjustment

    Appendix Colour adjustment Adjust how colours are displayed on the screen if you have difficulty in distinguishing colours. The device changes the colours into more recognisable colours. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Vision → Colour adjustment, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 129: Setting Flash Notification

    On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Hearing, and then tap the Turn off all sounds switch to activate it. Caption settings On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Hearing → Samsung subtitles (CC) or → →...
  • Page 130: Mono Audio

    Appendix Mono audio Mono output combines stereo sound into one signal that is played through all headset speakers. Use this if you have a hearing impairment or if a single earbud is more convenient. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Hearing, and then tap the Mono audio switch to activate it.
  • Page 131: Assistant Menu

    Appendix Assistant menu Displaying the assistive shortcut icon Set the device to display the assistive shortcut icon for accessing apps, features, and settings. You can easily control the device by tapping the assistive menus in the icon. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Dexterity and interaction → Assistant menu.
  • Page 132: Setting Tap And Hold Delay Options

    Appendix To change the cursor settings, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Dexterity and interaction → Assistant menu. Then, customise settings in Touchpad and cursor settings. Using enhanced assistive menus Set the device to display enhanced assistive menus for selected apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 133 Appendix Adjust the size of the frame or draw a line around an area that you want to restrict. Tap DONE. The device displays the restricted area. The restricted area will not react when you touch it and the device’s hard keys will be disabled. To deactivate interaction control mode, press and hold the Home key and the Volume key down simultaneously.
  • Page 134: Answering Or Ending Calls

    Appendix Answering or ending calls Change the method of answering or ending calls. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Answering and ending calls. Select the desired method. Using single tap mode When an alarm sounds or a call comes in, tap the button to stop the alarm or answer the call instead of dragging the button.
  • Page 135: Troubleshooting

    Appendix 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 136: Others Cannot Hear You Speaking On A Call

    • E nsure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • I f the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 137 Ensure that the charger is connected properly. Ensure that the charger is connected properly. • V isit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced.
  • Page 138: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Camera

    • 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 app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 139: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in restore data if it is corrupted or lost.
  • Page 140 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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