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English (EU). 04/2015. Rev.1.0
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  • Page 1 SM-T555 User Manual English (EU). 04/2015. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read me first Network connectivity Mobile data Wi-Fi Getting started Mobile hotspot and tethering Package contents Device layout Motions & usability features Using the SIM or USIM card and battery Motions and gestures Using a memory card Multi window Turning the device on and off Locking and unlocking the screen...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Contacts Connecting with other devices Adding contacts Importing and exporting contacts Bluetooth Searching for contacts Wi-Fi Direct Quick Connect SideSync 3.0 Messages & email Screen Mirroring Messages Mobile printing Email Device & data manager Camera Transferring data from your previous device Basic shooting Using the device as a removable disk...

  • Page 4: Read Me First

    • D efault apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.

  • Page 5: Instructional Icons

    Read me first Instructional icons Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    • 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. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 7: Device Layout

    Getting started Device layout Light sensor Front camera Microphone Power button Touch screen Volume button Home button Memory card slot SIM card slot Recent apps button Back button Headset jack Multipurpose jack Rear camera Push clip GPS antenna Main antenna Push clip Speaker Speaker...
  • Page 8 • 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 9: Using The Sim Or Usim Card And

    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 10: Battery

    Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the battery 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 11: Battery

    • 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.

  • Page 12: Using A Memory Card

    Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save the battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • O ptimise the device using the Smart manager. •...

  • Page 13: Removing The Memory Card

    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 can damage the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

  • Page 14: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Format SD card → FORMAT SD CARD →...

  • Page 15: Locking And Unlocking The Screen

    Getting started Locking and unlocking the screen Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. To unlock the screen, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area.

  • Page 16: Basics

    Basics Using 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. • T o avoid damaging the touch screen, 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.
  • Page 18 Basics Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return. Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down 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 Layout

    Basics Home screen layout 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. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen. To view other panels, scroll 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.

  • Page 21: 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, scroll left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. To customise the Apps screen, refer to Managing the Apps screen.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Notifications Panel

    Basics Notifications panel Using the notifications panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notifications panel and view the details. To open the notifications panel, drag the status bar downwards.
  • Page 24 Basics Rearranging quick setting buttons To rearrange quick setting buttons on the notifications panel, tap EDIT, tap and hold an item, drag the item to another location, and then tap DONE. Using the quick setting buttons You can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. Tap the following options to activate or deactivate them.

  • Page 25: Opening Apps

    To close all running apps, tap CLOSE ALL. Installing or uninstalling apps Samsung Galaxy Apps Use this app to purchase and download apps. Tap Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen.

  • Page 26: Play Store

    Basics Play Store Use this app to purchase and download apps. Tap Play Store on the Apps screen. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword. Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap INSTALL. To purchase and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 27: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Delete a preceding character.

  • Page 28: Copying And Pasting

    Basics • : Switch to handwriting mode. Switch between number mode and character mode. Switch to the standard keyboard. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • : Add an item from the clipboard. •...

  • Page 29: Screen Capture

    Basics Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device. Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. You can view captured images in Gallery. After capturing a screenshot, you can edit the image and share it with others.

  • Page 30: Power Saving Feature

    Basics Power saving feature Power saving mode Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Battery → Power saving mode, and then tap the switch to activate it. To automatically activate power saving mode when the remaining battery power reaches the preset level, tap Start power saving and select an option.

  • Page 31: Network Connectivity

    Network connectivity Mobile data Connect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usage for additional options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Data usage, and then tap the Mobile data switch to activate it.

  • Page 32: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering

    Network connectivity Mobile hotspot and tethering About tethering and mobile hotspots Use this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers and other devices if an Internet connection is unavailable. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth.
  • Page 33 Network connectivity Using USB tethering Share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Mobile hotspot and tethering. Connect your device to the computer via the USB cable. Tap the USB tethering switch to activate it. appears on the status bar when the two devices are connected.

  • Page 34: Motions & Usability Features

    Motions & usability features Motions and gestures Excessive shaking or impact on the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Mute On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures, and then tap the Mute switch to activate it.
  • Page 35 Motions & usability features Palm swipe to capture On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures, and then tap the Palm swipe to capture switch to activate it. Place the side of your hand on the screen and sweep it across the screen from the right to the left or vice versa to capture a screenshot.

  • Page 36: Multi Window

    Motions & usability features Multi window About Multi window 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 to open the list of recently used apps.
  • Page 37 Motions & usability features 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. • : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.
  • Page 38 Motions & usability features • : 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 39 Motions & usability features 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 40: Personalising

    Personalising Managing the Home and Apps screens Managing the Home screen Adding items Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen. To add widgets, open the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Widgets, tap and hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.

  • Page 41: Setting Wallpaper And Ringtones

    Personalising Managing panels On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel. To add a panel, scroll left to the last panel, and then tap To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.

  • Page 42: Changing The Screen Lock Method

    On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Screen lock type, and then select a screen lock method. 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. Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.

  • Page 43: Private Mode

    Personalising 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, My Files, and Internet. Activating private mode On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Privacy → Private mode, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 44 Personalising Viewing hidden content You can view hidden items only when private mode is activated. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Privacy → 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 My Files →...

  • Page 45: Setting Up Accounts

    Personalising Setting up accounts Adding accounts Some apps used on your device require a registered account. Create accounts to have the best experience with your device. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Add account and select an account service. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

  • Page 46: Phone

    Phone Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. On the keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call, or tap make a video call. You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in LOG, FAVOURITES, and CONTACTS.

  • Page 47: Receiving Calls

    Phone Making an international call Tap Phone. Open the keypad, tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap To block outgoing international calls, tap MORE → Settings → More settings → Call barring.

  • Page 48: Options During Calls

    Phone Options during calls During a voice call During a voice call, the device automatically locks the screen to prevent unwanted touch inputs. The following actions are available: • A dd call: Dial a second call. • E xtra volume: Increase the volume. •...

  • Page 49: Adding Contacts

    Contacts Adding contacts Moving contacts from other devices You can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from your previous device for more information. Creating contacts manually On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. and enter contact information. •...

  • Page 50: Importing And Exporting Contacts

    Contacts Importing and exporting contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to storage services. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Tap MORE → Settings → Import/Export contacts, and then select an import or export option.

  • Page 51: Messages & Email

    Messages & email Messages Sending messages Send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Add recipients and enter a message. Access additional options.

  • Page 52: Messages Email

    Messages & email Viewing incoming messages Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s messages. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming. While viewing a message, tap MORE to view more options. Email Setting up email accounts Tap Email on the Apps screen.

  • Page 53: Sending Emails

    Messages & email Sending emails Tap Email on the Apps screen. at the bottom of the screen to compose an email. Attach images, videos and others. Send the email. Access additional options. Add recipients. Add a CC or BCC. Enter a subject. Add recipients from the Enter the email text.

  • Page 54: Camera

    Camera Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo or tap to record a video. • S pread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. •...

  • Page 55: Shooting Modes

    Camera Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos of special moments, launch Camera on the locked screen. On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Camera etiquette •...
  • Page 56 Camera Continuous shot Use this mode to take a series of photos of moving subjects. On the Apps screen, tap Camera → MODE → Continuous shot. Tap and hold to take several photos continuously. Beauty face Use this mode to take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. On the Apps screen, tap Camera →...

  • Page 57: Camera Settings

    Camera Camera settings On the Apps screen, tap Camera → SETTINGS. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. • P icture size (rear) / Picture size (front): Select a resolution. Higher resolutions result in higher quality photos, however they will take up more memory.

  • Page 58: Gallery

    Gallery Viewing content on the device On the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. To hide or show the menus, tap the screen. Move to the previous screen. Access additional options.

  • Page 59: Useful Apps And Features

    Useful apps and features S Finder Use this app to search for content on the device. You can apply various filters and view the search history. Open the notifications panel and tap S Finder. Searching for content Tap the search field and enter a keyword, or tap and say a keyword.

  • Page 60: Creating Tasks

    Useful apps and features Enter event details. Enter a title. Select a calendar to use or Set a start and end date for the sync with. event. Set a reminder for the event. Enter the location of the event. Attach a map showing the Add more details.

  • Page 61: Internet

    Useful apps and features Internet 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. Refresh the current webpage. Move to the previously-visited Access additional options.

  • Page 62: Music

    Useful apps and features Music Playing music Tap Music on the Apps screen. Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Access additional options. Open the playlist. Set the file as your favourite Adjust the volume. song. Turn on shuffle.

  • Page 63: Video

    Useful apps and features Video Playing videos Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Open the playlist. Access additional options. Pause and resume playback. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Adjust the volume. Move the control panel Move the control panel to the right.

  • Page 64: Clock

    Useful apps and features Clock ALARM On the Apps screen, tap Clock → ALARM. Setting alarms Set an alarm time and tap OPTIONS to set other various alarm options, and then tap SAVE. To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap KEYPAD. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap next to the alarm in the alarms list.

  • Page 65: Calculator

    Useful apps and features STOPWATCH On the Apps screen, tap Clock → STOPWATCH. Tap START to time an event. Tap LAP to record lap times. Tap STOP to stop timing. To clear lap times, tap RESET. TIMER On the Apps screen, tap Clock → TIMER. Set the duration, and then tap START.

  • Page 66: Smart Manager

    Useful apps and features Searching for memos Tap SEARCH on the memos list and enter a keyword to search for memos that include the keyword. Smart Manager The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security.

  • Page 67: Google Apps

    Useful apps and features Storage Check the status of used and available memory capacity. You can delete unused and residual files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more. Check the amount of available RAM. You can close background apps and reduce the amount of RAM you are using to speed up your device.

  • Page 68: Play Music

    Useful apps and features Maps Find your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. Play Movies & TV Watch videos stored on your device and download various content to watch from Play Store. Play Books Download various books from Play Store and read them.

  • Page 69: Voice Search

    Useful apps and features Hangouts Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls while you are chatting. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device. Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase. Google Settings Configure settings for some features provided by Google.

  • Page 70: Connecting With Other Devices

    SIG, may be incompatible with your device. • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.

  • Page 71: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices

    Connecting with other devices Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings → 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 72: Wi-Fi Direct

    Connecting with other devices Receiving an image When another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. You can view received images in Gallery. Unpairing Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth. The device displays the paired devices in the list. next to the device’s name to unpair.
  • Page 73 Connecting with other devices Sending and receiving data You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Sending an image On the Apps screen, tap Gallery. Select an image.

  • Page 74: Quick Connect

    When the panel opens, the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features are activated automatically and the device searches for nearby devices. 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.

  • Page 75: Sidesync 3.0

    About SideSync 3.0 You can also control your tablet’s screen with a virtual screen on a computer via Wi-Fi or a USB cable. Download and install SideSync 3.0 from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/sidesync) on the computer. For more information, refer to the help menu on the virtual screen.
  • Page 76 Connecting with other devices Connecting your tablet and a smartphone On your tablet, tap SideSync 3.0 on the Apps screen. Launch SideSync 3.0 on a smartphone. The tablet searches for available smartphones automatically. Select one of the detected smartphones. Tap OK on the smartphone screen.
  • Page 77 Connecting with other devices The smartphone’s virtual screen is displayed on your tablet and the smartphone’s screen is turned off.
  • Page 78 Connecting with other devices Using the virtual smartphone screen Browse the screen and use apps in the virtual smartphone screen. You can send or receive messages, or chat with others. • S ome features, such as Screen Mirroring, may not work in the virtual smartphone screen.
  • Page 79 Connecting with other devices Moving the virtual smartphone screen Tap and drag the top edge of the virtual smartphone screen to move it to another location. Adjusting the size of the virtual smartphone screen Tap and hold at the bottom right of the virtual smartphone screen. When the frame appears, drag the frame to adjust the size.
  • Page 80 Connecting with other devices Switching between the smartphone screen and the virtual smartphone screen It is not possible to use the smartphone screen and the virtual smartphone screen at the same time. When you are using the virtual smartphone screen on the tablet, the smartphone screen turns off.
  • Page 81 Connecting with other devices Copying files between devices Copying files from the smartphone to the tablet Tap and hold a file on the virtual smartphone screen. Select the files to copy, tap and hold any selected file, and then drag it to the tablet’s screen.

  • Page 82: Screen Mirroring

    Connecting with other devices Screen Mirroring About Screen Mirroring Use this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or HomeSync and then share your contents. Screen Mirroring -enabled devices (AllShare Cast dongle, HomeSync) •...
  • Page 83 Connecting with other devices Viewing content on a TV Before you connect your device to a TV, connect the screen mirroring-enabled device to the TV. To set up the connection, refer to the device’s user manual. The following actions are an example of viewing content on a TV connected via an AllShare Cast dongle.

  • Page 84: Mobile Printing

    Connecting with other devices Mobile printing Connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...

  • Page 85: Device & Data Manager

    Device & data manager Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. • M obile version (Smart Switch Mobile): Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from Galaxy Apps or Play Store.
  • Page 86 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. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 87: Using The Device As A Removable Disk For Data Transfer

    Device & data manager Using the device as a removable disk for data transfer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.

  • Page 88: 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 device to restore the selected items.

  • Page 89: Performing A Data Reset

    Device & data manager Using a Google account On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Backup and reset, and then tap the Back up my data switch to activate it. Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup account. To restore data using a Google account, tap the Automatic restore switch to activate it.

  • Page 90: Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Apps screen. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.

  • Page 91: Flight Mode

    Settings Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. On the Settings screen, tap Flight mode, and then tap the switch to activate it.

  • Page 92: 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 93: Device

    Settings Device Sounds and notifications Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and notifications. • S ound mode: Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode. • V olume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications.

  • Page 94: Personal

    Settings Motions and gestures Activate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. On the Settings screen, tap Motions and gestures. • M ute: Set the device to mute incoming calls or alarms by using palm motions. •...

  • Page 95: Lock Screen And Security

    • D evice security: Scan for and remove malware from the device. You can also activate the real-time scanning feature to block phishing attacks and malicious websites. • F ind My Mobile: Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device from the Find my mobile website.
  • Page 96 Settings Accessibility Use this feature to improve accessibility to the device. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. • V ision: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users. – Galaxy TalkBack: Activate TalkBack, which provides voice feedback. –...
  • Page 97 – Turn off all sounds: Set the device to mute all device sounds, such as media sounds, and the caller’s voice during a call. – Samsung subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Samsung and to change the closed caption settings.

  • Page 98: Backup And Reset

    Change the settings for managing settings and data. On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset. • B ack up my data: Back up your personal information and app data to the Samsung server. You can also set the device to automatically back up data.

  • Page 99: System

    • 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. The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 100: Date And Time

    Settings Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. On the Settings screen, tap Storage. Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory.

  • Page 101: About Device

    Settings About device Access device information, edit the device name, or update device software. On the Settings screen, tap About device.

  • Page 102: Appendix

    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 103 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
  • Page 104 • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • V isit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased • W hen you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful charge may be reduced.

  • Page 105: 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 106: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    Data stored in the device has been lost 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 the device.

  • Page 107: Removing The Battery (Non-Removable Type)

    Appendix Removing the battery (non-removable type) • T hese instructions are only for your service provider or an authorised repair agent. • D amage or faults caused by the unauthorised removal of the battery are not covered by the warranty. •...
  • Page 108 Appendix Loosen and remove the screws as shown in the image below. Disconnect the battery connector as shown in the image below. Remove the battery.
  • Page 109 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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