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SM-G800H
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English (EU). 07/2014. Rev.1.1
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  • Page 1 SM-G800H/DS SM-G800H User Manual English (EU). 07/2014. Rev.1.1 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read me first Network connectivity Mobile data Wi-Fi Getting started Tethering and Mobile hotspot Internet Package contents Device layout Using the SIM or USIM card and Motions & usability features battery Using a memory card Motions and gestures Turning the device on and off Air view Locking and unlocking the screen...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Phone S Health Making calls 107 About S Health Receiving calls 108 Setting up a user profile Options during calls 109 S Health main screen 111 Walking mate 113 Exercise mate Contacts 120 Recording food intake 122 Managing weight Adding contacts 125 Installing additional S Health apps Managing contacts...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Connecting with other Accessibility devices 193 About Accessibility 194 Using the Home button to open 153 Bluetooth accessibility menus 155 Wi-Fi Direct 194 Voice feedback (TalkBack) 157 Quick connect 205 Changing the font size 159 Screen Mirroring 205 Magnifying the screen 161 Mobile printing 205 Setting notification reminders...

  • Page 5: Read Me First

    Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung.

  • Page 6: Maintaining Water And Dust Resistance

    Read me first Maintaining water and dust resistance The device may be damaged if water or dust enters the device. Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device and to maintain the water- and dust-resistant performance of the device. Do not immerse the device in water deeper than 1 m and keep it submerged for more than 30 minutes.

  • Page 7: Instructional Icons

    Read me first If the device has been immersed in water or the microphone or the speaker is wet, sound may not be heard clearly during a call. Ensure that the microphone or the speaker is clean and dry by wiping it with a dry cloth. The water-resistant design of the device causes it to vibrate slightly in certain conditions.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Some accessories, such as docking devices, may not have the same water- and dust-resistance certification.

  • Page 9: Device Layout

    Getting started Device layout Proximity/Light sensor Infrared LED Notification light Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Recent apps button Back button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack Microphone GPS antenna Rear camera Volume button Flash Back cover Speaker Main antenna...
  • Page 10 Getting started Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction. Buttons...

  • Page 11: Using The Sim Or Usim Card And

    Getting started Using the SIM or USIM card and battery 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. Only microSIM cards work with the device. Remove the back cover.
  • Page 12 SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. 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 13: Battery

    Getting started Insert the battery. Replace the back cover. Align Press Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly. Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device.

  • Page 14: Battery

    Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Dual SIM models: Press the SIM or USIM card with your finger, and then pull it out. Single SIM models: Press the SIM or USIM card with your finger, and then pull it out.
  • Page 15 Getting started Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings SIM card manager.

  • Page 16: 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 17: Battery

    If 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 18: Using A Memory Card

    Getting started Using a memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.

  • Page 19: 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 20: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting started Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on- screen instructions to set up your device.

  • Page 21: 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 22: Basics

    Basics Using the touch screen Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 23 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. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 24 Basics 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. Pinch to zoom out.

  • Page 25: 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 26 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 27 Basics Using My Magazine My Magazine displays live social network updates and news that you are interested in. To activate My Magazine, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen. Then, tap Home screen settings and tick My Magazine. On the Home screen, tap or scroll right to open My Magazine.

  • Page 28: 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 29: 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 30: Notifications And Quick Setting Panels

    Basics Icon Meaning New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Notifications and quick setting panels Using the notifications panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Brightness

    Basics You can use the following functions on the notifications panel. Launch Settings. Activate or deactivate options. Tap and hold a button to view View all quick setting buttons. more detailed settings. Launch S Finder. Launch Quick connect. Adjust the brightness. Select a SIM or USIM card.

  • Page 32: Using The Quick Setting Panel

    Basics Using the quick setting panel You can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. To activate or deactivate more features, open the quick setting panel. To open the quick setting panel, drag the status bar downwards with two fingers. Alternatively, tap on the notifications panel.

  • Page 33: Opening Apps

    Basics Mobile hotspot: Refer to Tethering and Mobile hotspot for more information. Screen Mirroring: Refer to Screen Mirroring for more information. Sync: When you activated this feature, the device automatically sync apps, such as calendar or email. Smart stay: When you activate this feature, the screen stays on as long as you look at it. Power saving: Refer to Power saving feature for more information.

  • Page 34: Installing Or Uninstalling Apps

    Installing or uninstalling apps Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps) Use this app to purchase and download apps. Tap Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps) on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.

  • Page 35: Managing Apps

    Basics Downloading suggested apps You can view and download dedicated Galaxy device apps. On the Apps screen, tap GALAXY Essentials. Alternatively, on the Home screen, tap the GALAXY Essentials widget, and then tap next to an app. To download all apps in the list, tap Download all. Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps To disable default apps, on the Apps screen, tap...

  • Page 36: 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. Change the keyboard settings.
  • Page 37 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. Using additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use the following functions.

  • Page 38: Screen Capture

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. Place the cursor where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste.

  • Page 39: My Files

    Basics My Files About My Files Use this app to access various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud storage services. Tap My Files on the Apps screen. Search for files or folders. View storage information. Access additional options.

  • Page 40: Viewing Files

    Basics Viewing files Tap My Files on the Apps screen. Select a folder to open it. To go up a level in the directory, tap . To return to the My Files main screen, tap Select a folder, tap , and then use the following options: Select: Select files or folders to apply options.

  • Page 41: 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 Power saving Power saving mode, and then tap the Power saving mode switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap Power saving to activate it.
  • Page 42 Basics On the Apps screen, tap Settings Power saving Ultra power saving mode, and tap the Ultra power saving mode switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap U. power saving to activate it. Access additional options. Send a message.

  • Page 43: Viewing Help Information

    Basics Viewing help information To view help information to learn how to use the device and apps, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Help. To view help information for an app while you are using the app, tap Help. Some apps may not include help information.

  • Page 44: 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. Dual SIM models: On the Apps screen, tap Settings Data usage a SIM or USIM card, and then tick Mobile data.
  • Page 45 Network connectivity Adding Wi-Fi networks If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in Network SSID, select the security type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap Connect. Activating Wi-Fi Passpoint Wi-Fi Passpoint enables the device to search for and connect to a certified Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 46: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot

    Network connectivity Tethering and Mobile hotspot 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 the Wi-Fi feature, USB, or the Bluetooth feature. You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
  • Page 47 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 Tethering and Mobile hotspot. Connect your device to the computer via the USB cable. Tick USB tethering. appears on the status bar when the two devices are connected.

  • Page 48: Internet

    Network connectivity Internet Browsing webpages Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. To change the search engine, tap the search engine icon next to the web address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. To search the web by voice, tap . To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.

  • Page 49: Managing The Webpage History

    Network connectivity Setting the homepage Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Settings Set homepage Homepage, and then select one of the following: Default page: Set the device’s default webpage as your homepage. Current page: Set the current webpage as your homepage. Quick access: Set the quick access list as your homepage.

  • Page 50: Motions & Usability Features

    Motions & usability features Motions and gestures Excessive shaking or impact on the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Direct call On the Apps screen, tap Settings Motions and gestures Direct call, and then tap the Direct call switch to activate it. While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
  • Page 51 Motions & usability features Smart alert On the Apps screen, tap Settings Motions and gestures Smart alert, and then tap the Smart alert switch to activate it. If you have missed calls or new messages, the device will vibrate when you pick it up. This feature may not work if the screen is turned on or the device is not on a flat surface.
  • Page 52 Motions & usability features Turning device over Turn the device over to mute incoming calls or alarms, or to pause media playback. Palm swipe to capture On the Apps screen, tap Settings Motions and gestures Palm swipe to capture, and then tap the Palm swipe to capture switch to activate it.

  • Page 53: Air View

    Motions & usability features Air view Hover over an item or the screen with your finger to preview content or view information in a pop-up window. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Air view, and then tap the Air view switch to activate it. Toolbox You can easily launch various apps from the toolbox while using other apps.

  • Page 54: Increasing Touch Screen Sensitivity

    Motions & usability features Increasing touch screen sensitivity Use this feature to operate the screen while wearing gloves. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Display, and then tick Increase touch sensitivity. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap Touch sensitivity to activate it. Use leather gloves for better recognition while touching the screen.

  • Page 55: 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, on 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 56: Managing Folders

    Personalising Managing folders To rename a folder, select a folder, and then tap the existing folder name. Enter a new name for the folder and tap Done. To change the colour of a folder, select a folder, tap , and then select a colour. To move more apps to a folder, tap and hold an app, and then drag it to the folder.

  • Page 57: Creating Folders

    Personalising Moving items On the Apps screen, tap Edit. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To move an item to a new panel, drag it to Create page that appears at the top of the screen. You can move folders only in the folder panel.

  • Page 58: Setting Wallpaper And Ringtones

    Personalising Setting wallpaper and ringtones Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the locked screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap Wallpapers. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Wallpaper.

  • Page 59: Changing The Screen Lock Method

    Screen lock, 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 60: Finger Scanner

    Personalising Finger Scanner For better fingerprint recognition When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that may affect the feature’s performance: The Home button contains a fingerprint recognition sensor. Ensure that the Home button is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces.
  • Page 61 Personalising Place your finger on the fingerprint area at the bottom centre of the screen. Tap and hold the screen in the fingerprint area, and then drag your finger downwards over the Home button. Repeat this action using the same finger until the fingerprint is registered. If you bend your finger or use a fingertip, the device may not recognise your fingerprints.
  • Page 62 Screen lock Fingerprint. Verifying the Samsung account password Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps). On the Apps screen, tap Settings...

  • Page 63: Private Mode

    Personalising Using fingerprints for purchases via PayPal You can make purchases by scanning your fingerprints. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Finger Scanner Pay with PayPal. Tap Install under FIDO Ready™ support. Tap Link under PayPal account.
  • Page 64 Personalising To select items to hide, tap and hold an item in the list, tick items to select, and then tap Move to Private, or tap Move Private Move here. Items that are moved to private mode appear with on them. When you have selected the items to hide, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Private mode, and then tap the Private mode switch to deactivate it.

  • Page 65: Easy Mode

    Using Samsung Smart Switch You can transfer data of the previous device to a new device via Smart Switch (for mobiles and computers). Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for more information. Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers.
  • Page 66 Using Samsung Kies Import a backup of your data from your computer via Samsung Kies to restore data on your device. You can also back up data to the computer via Samsung Kies. Refer to...

  • Page 67: 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 68: Making Calls

    Phone Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Dual SIM models: Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Single SIM models: Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call.
  • Page 69 Phone Making calls from call logs or contacts list Tap Logs or Contacts, and then drag a contact or a phone number to the right to make a call. To deactivate the call by dragging an icon to the right feature, tap Settings Contacts, and then deselect Swipe to call or send msg.
  • Page 70 Phone Number prediction Tap Keypad. When entering numbers on the keypad, automatic predictions appear. Select one of these to make a call. Speed dial numbers Tap Keypad. For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit. To assign a contact to a speed dial number, tap and hold an available speed dial number on the keypad, tap OK, and then select a contact.

  • Page 71: Receiving Calls

    Phone Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If a call notification pop-up window appears while you are using an app, tap Answer in the pop-up window. If the call waiting service is activated, another call can be answered. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold.

  • Page 72: Options During Calls

    Phone Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available: : Increase the volume. Add call: Dial a second call. Keypad: Open the keypad. End call: End the current call. Speaker: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, speak into the microphone at the top of the device and keep the device away from your ears.

  • Page 73: During A Video Call

    Phone During a video call The following actions are available: Hide me: Hide your image from the other party. Outgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. Capture image: Capture the other party’s image. Record video: Record a video of the other party’s images. Memo: Create a memo.

  • Page 74: 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 Contacts. and enter contact information. : Add an image.

  • Page 75: Managing Contacts

    Contacts Place a business card on the flat surface and rotate the device to landscape orientation. Adjust the device to fit the card inside the frames on the screen. When the frames turn green, the device automatically takes a photo. The device also reads the contact information from the business card and converts it to a contact entry.

  • Page 76: Managing Groups

    Merge contacts that are saved in the device with your accounts. On the Apps screen, tap Contacts Contacts. Merge accounts Google or Samsung account. Importing and exporting contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to storage services.

  • Page 77: Searching For Contacts

    Contacts Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: Scroll up or down the contacts list. Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.

  • Page 78: 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 79: Messages Email

    Messages & email While composing a message, tap to use one of the following options: Quick responses: Select a message template and enter a message. Insert smiley: Enter emoticons. Add subject: Enter a subject. Add slide: Add message slides. Schedule message: Set a specified time and date for a message to be sent. Discard: Cancel composing the message.
  • Page 80 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 to use one of the following options: Video call: Make a video call to the contact.
  • Page 81 Messages & email Managing messages While viewing the list of messages, tap and use the following options: Select: Select messages to apply options. Delete: Delete all or selected messages. Draft messages: View messages saved for later delivery. Locked messages: View locked messages. Scheduled messages: View scheduled messages.

  • Page 82: Accessing Additional Options

    Messages & email Sending messages Tap Email on the Apps screen. at the bottom of the screen to compose a message. Save the message for later Discard the message. delivery. Attach images, videos and Send the message. others. Access additional options. Add recipients.

  • Page 83: Reading Messages

    Messages & email Reading messages Tap Email on the Apps screen. Tap , select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap Tap a message to read. Delete the message. Access additional options. Add this email address to the contacts list or view other Open attachments.

  • Page 84: 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. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. to take a photo or to record a video.
  • Page 85 Camera The camera automatically shuts off when unused. Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions. The front camera lens is suitable for taking wide-angle photos. Minor distortion may occur in wide-angle photos and does not indicate device performance problems.
  • Page 86 Camera Camera etiquette Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited. Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.

  • Page 87: Shooting Modes

    Camera Tap Wi-Fi Direct settings to connect to another device. Wi-Fi Direct settings: Activate the Wi-Fi Direct feature on both devices. Tap the image on the preview screen where the device should focus. to take the photo displayed on the connected device’s viewfinder. Ensure that the device you want to connect to supports the remote viewfinder mode.
  • Page 88 Camera The device takes a series of photos and displays the available shooting modes. Select a shooting mode and apply an effect to the photos. Best photo: Take a series of photos and save the best one. To view other photos in the series, scroll left or right.
  • Page 89 Camera Panorama Use this mode to take a photo composed of many photos strung together. The device identifies the photo with in Gallery. On the Apps screen, tap Camera MODE Panorama. To get the best shot, follow these tips: Move the camera slowly in one direction. Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder.
  • Page 90 Camera Move slowly forwards, or rotate left or right while taking photos. Whenever the dot is inside the large circle, the device takes a photo automatically. Repeat this action to take more photos. To see a preview of the photo, tap at the bottom left of the screen. The direction where images were taken is displayed on each preview thumbnail.
  • Page 91 Select the shooting modes to appear on the mode selection screen. On the Apps screen, tap Camera MODE Manage modes. Downloading shooting modes Download more shooting modes from Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps). On the Apps screen, tap Camera MODE Download.

  • Page 92: Camera Settings

    Camera Camera settings On the Apps screen, tap Camera . Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used. Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.
  • Page 93 Camera Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. Timer: Use this for delayed-time shots. Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.

  • Page 94: Gallery

    Gallery Viewing photos or videos 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 menu bar and the preview thumbnails, tap the screen. Send the image to others.
  • Page 95 Gallery Selecting a sorting option The images or videos on your device can be sorted by time or album. You can also filter images and videos by category, such as people or scenery. On the Apps screen, tap Gallery , and then select a sorting option. Accessing additional options On the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video.

  • Page 96: Editing Photos Or Videos

    Gallery Editing photos or videos Photo studio Edit images by applying various effects. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Studio Photo studio. Select an image to edit. Edit the image by applying various effects. Crop, rotate, or resize the image. Decorate the image by adding stickers, inserting a frame, or drawing on the image.

  • Page 97: Collage Studio

    Gallery Collage studio Combine several images together to create a collage. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Studio Collage studio. Select images to combine and tap Done. Edit the image by applying various effects. Shuffle your pictures and use a randomly selected layout and background.
  • Page 98 Gallery Shot & more Apply various effects to the images you have taken. Only photos taken in shot & more mode can be selected. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Studio Shot & more. Select an image to edit. Edit the image by applying various effects. Save the best photo.

  • Page 99: Video Trimmer

    Gallery Video trimmer Trim video segments. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Studio Video trimmer. Select a video to edit. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, tap Done. Current position Start bracket End bracket...

  • Page 100: Gallery Settings

    Gallery Gallery settings Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Settings. Use the following options: Sync via Wi-Fi only: Set the device to sync content only when the Wi-Fi connection is activated. Tag buddy: Tag photos with information, such as date and location. To edit tags, tap the information on an image, tap , edit the details, and then tap Done.

  • Page 101: Multimedia

    Multimedia Music Playing music Tap Music on the Apps screen. Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Search for other devices to play Access additional options. the file. Adjust the volume. Set the file as your favourite song.

  • Page 102: Creating Playlists

    Multimedia To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Settings, and then tick Smart volume. When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing.

  • Page 103: Playing Music Stored On Other Devices

    Accessing music on a registered device Tap Devices and select a device in REGISTERED DEVICES to access and play music. You can play the song on the devices that are registered to Samsung link. Visit link.samsung.com more information. Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.

  • Page 104: Video

    Multimedia Video Playing videos Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Search for other Adjust the volume. devices to play the file. Access additional options. Move forwards or Pause and resume backwards by playback. dragging the bar. Change screen ratio.

  • Page 105: Editing Videos

    Multimedia Using the pop-up video player Use this feature to use other apps without closing the video player. While watching videos, to use the pop-up video player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move the player, drag the player to another location.

  • Page 106: Playing Videos Stored On Other Devices

    Tap Video on the Apps screen. Accessing a video on a registered device Tap Devices and select a device in REGISTERED DEVICES to access and play the video. You can play the video on the devices registered to Samsung link. Visit link.samsung.com for more information.

  • Page 107: S Health

    S Health About S Health Use this app to set your calorie intake and calorie burning levels based on your physical statistics. You can use it to record the actual calories you eat and burn. Also, the app recommends exercises and provides health tips to help you maintain a balanced-lifestyle. Tap S Health on the Apps screen.

  • Page 108: Setting Up A User Profile

    Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap Next. Sign in to your Samsung account. Or, tap Skip to skip this procedure. Enter a user name and your birth date, select your gender, and then tap Next.

  • Page 109: Health Main Screen

    S Health S Health main screen View a summary that shows your current step count and the calories you have burnt or eaten. You can also reorganise shortcuts for easy access to S Health menus and change the background image on the S Health main screen. On the S Health main screen, tap Edit favourites, and then tap to add shortcuts to the...
  • Page 110 S Health Using S Health menus to access various menus. My profile Access the S Health main screen. Select to use menus. Pedometer: Measure your step count and check burnt calories. Refer to Walking mate more information. Exercise: Record exercise duration and check burnt calories. Refer to Exercise mate more information.

  • Page 111: Walking Mate

    S Health Walking mate The device counts the number of steps you have taken and measures the distance travelled. It also measures the calories you have burnt using a sensor. Pedometer. Tap Start and start walking. The device measures your step count, distance travelled, and burnt calories, and displays them in real-time.
  • Page 112 S Health Tap and use the following functions: Daily step goal: Change the target number of steps. Reset daily data: Reset the daily step count. Device data to view: Select a device to view information recorded by the pedometer. Share via: Send the current page to others. Notice: View notice of burnt calories.

  • Page 113: Exercise Mate

    S Health Resetting the daily step records The device accumulates each day’s step records. To reset the daily step count, tap Reset daily data Exercise mate Record your exercise information and burnt calories using S Health’s exercise feature. You can view your exercise and burnt calorie records in a graph and share the data with others.
  • Page 114 S Health Start exercising and use various features on the screen. to lock the screen and display exercise information only. To unlock the screen, tap and hold . Take a photo of the exercise View a map of places you have location.
  • Page 115 S Health Tap and use the following functions: Set maximum heart rate: Set the device to automatically update your maximum heart rate based on your profile and previous heart rate measurements. Or, set your heart rate to be manually updated and enter it yourself. Reset daily data: Reset the daily exercise data.
  • Page 116 S Health Wear the heart rate monitor. On the Exercise main screen, tap Scan. Select your heart rate monitor from the detected devices list. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your heart rate monitor to your device.
  • Page 117 S Health When connection is made, tap Running on the Exercise main screen. View the connection status. Tap Set workout goal Training effect goal. Tap Auto in the pop-up window to automatically set the maximum heart rate. The maximum heart rate is the fastest heart rate an individual can achieve through exercise.
  • Page 118 S Health Set the exercise intensity and tap Next. Set the training intensity at one of the three available levels. Set the exercise duration and tap Done. If you set the exercise duration shorter than the recommended duration, the exercise intensity will increase to achieve the TE.
  • Page 119 S Health Viewing a log of burnt calories Compare your burnt calorie records for a period by viewing them in a graph. On the Exercise main screen, tap View the logs of your daily exercise. Access the S Health menu screen.

  • Page 120: Recording Food Intake

    S Health Recording food intake Record your daily food intake and manage your calorie consumption. Food. next to the meal. Enter the meal information and tap Done. To search for a food, tap Search and select it from the search results. To select from a food list sorted into categories, tap Category.
  • Page 121 S Health Tap and use the following functions: Daily calorie goal: Change your daily calorie intake goal. My food: Enter the frequently-eaten foods. Reset daily data: Reset the daily calorie intake data. Share via: Send the current page to others. Settings: Configure settings for S Health.

  • Page 122: Managing Weight

    S Health Entering information about frequently-eaten food Save information about food that you eat frequently. You can quickly update your calorie intake by adding saved food information instead of entering the information each time you eat it. My food. Tap Add food item, enter the food name and its calorie information, and then tap Save. Enter the amount that you eat and tap OK.
  • Page 123 S Health Enter your weight and tap Save. Whenever you change your weight, the device applies it to your profile. View and manage accessory device connections. View the logs of your daily weight. Access additional options. Move to a specific date to view weight records.
  • Page 124 S Health Viewing your recorded weight in a graph Compare your weight records for a period by viewing them in a graph. Tap on the Weight main screen. View the logs of your daily weight. Access the S Health menu View and manage accessory screen.

  • Page 125: Installing Additional S Health Apps

    Settings, and then select one of the following: Profile: Edit your physical statistics. Accounts: Sign in to your Samsung account to manage S Health data online. Password: Set a PIN to lock or unlock S Health. Unit settings: Set unit options.
  • Page 126 The personal information collected by S Health may be stored on the device for informative purposes only. Samsung does not receive, store, nor transmit your personal information. (But if you 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 such purposes.

  • Page 127: Security Features

    Security features Emergency mode About emergency mode Use this mode to extend the device’s standby time when you are in an emergency situation. When this mode is activated, the screen brightness decreases and battery consumption is reduced by restricting some features. You can also turn on the flash, sound alarms, and send your location information to others in a message.

  • Page 128: Help Message

    Security features Deactivating emergency mode To deactivate emergency mode, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Emergency mode. Alternatively, tap Disable Emergency mode. Emergency mode is deactivated. Help message About help message You can preset contacts to send a message to in an emergency. Send messages to your primary contacts by quickly pressing the Power button three times.

  • Page 129: Useful Apps And Features

    Useful apps and features Kids Mode Starting Kids Mode Use this widget to provide a fun and safe environment for children by restricting children’s access to certain apps or content. Before you use this widget, you need to download and install it. On the Home screen, tap Kids Mode Install.
  • Page 130 Useful apps and features Kids mode home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of apps in kids mode. Kids Gallery Newly added apps Kids Media Kids Drawing Kids Camera Kids Voice Recorder Exit kids mode. Access parental controls.
  • Page 131 Useful apps and features Use this app to create a drawing with a pen, a brush, and more. Use this app to record or play voice recordings. Use this app to take photos or record videos. Kids mode play area Scroll right on the Home screen to open kids mode play area.

  • Page 132: Parental Control

    Applications: View and add apps that are allowed to be used in kids mode. Media: Allow your children to access certain images and videos saved on the device. General: Configure kids mode settings. Kids Store: Download apps for kids from Samsung Apps (GALAXY Apps).

  • Page 133: S Finder

    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 134: S Planner

    Useful apps and features S Planner Starting S Planner Use this app to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. Change the view mode. Access additional options. Go to today's date. Create events or tasks. Tap and use the following: Go to: Move to a specific date.
  • Page 135 Useful apps and features Calendars: Select the calendars to display. Sync: Sync events and tasks with your accounts. Settings: Change settings for S Planner. Creating events or tasks Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. . Alternatively, select a date with no events or tasks in it and tap the date again. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Select either event or task and enter details.
  • Page 136 Useful apps and features Syncing events and tasks with your accounts Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap Sync. To add accounts to sync with, tap Calendars Add account. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in.
  • Page 137 Useful apps and features S Voice About S Voice Use this app to command the device by voice to perform various features. Tap S Voice on the Apps screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. To deactivate the access by pressing the Home button, tap Settings, and then deselect Open via the home key.
  • Page 138 Useful apps and features Tips for better voice recognition: Speak clearly. Speak in quiet places. Do not use offensive or slang words. Avoid speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak. Waking up S Voice in standby mode If S Voice is not used for a certain period, it automatically switches to standby mode.

  • Page 139: Clock

    Useful apps and features Clock Alarm On the Apps screen, tap Clock Alarm. Setting alarms in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap Save. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap next to the alarm in the alarms list.

  • Page 140: World Clock

    Useful apps and features World clock On the Apps screen, tap Clock World clock. Creating clocks and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap Deleting clocks Delete, select clocks, and then tap Done.

  • Page 141: Calculator

    Useful apps and features Calculator Use this app for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Apps screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen rotation is disabled, tap Scientific calculator. Memo Use this app to create memos and organise them by category. Tap Memo on the Apps screen.
  • Page 142 On the memos list, tap and use the following options: Select: Select memos to apply options. Delete: Delete memos. Account: Sync memos with your Samsung account. While viewing a memo, tap and use the following options: Delete: Delete the memo.

  • Page 143: Voice Recorder

    Useful apps and features Voice Recorder Recording voice memos Tap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. Tap to pause recording. To cancel recording, tap . Tap to finish recording. While recording a voice memo, tap to insert a bookmark.

  • Page 144: Playing Voice Memos

    Useful apps and features Playing voice memos Tap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen. and select a voice memo to play. : Trim the voice memo. : Set a portion of the voice memo for loop playback. : Adjust the playback speed. : Skip a silent portion in the voice memo.

  • Page 145: Dropbox

    Useful apps and features Renaming voice memos Tap and hold the voice memo, tap Rename, enter a new name for the voice memo, and then tap OK. Managing categories Edit categories , enter a category name, select a colour, and then tap Done. To change or assign voice memo categories, in the list of voice memos, tap and hold the voice memo.

  • Page 146: Flipboard

    Useful apps and features Flipboard Use this app to view live social network updates and news in a personalised magazine format. Tap Flipboard on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. When you launch this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup.

  • Page 147: Smart Remote

    Useful apps and features Smart Remote About Smart Remote Use this app to connect to a TV and use the device as a remote control. You can search for and select TV programmes and control channels with your device. Tap Smart Remote on the Apps screen. Connecting to a TV Tap Smart Remote on the Apps screen.

  • Page 148: Using The Device As A Remote Control

    Useful apps and features Using the device as a remote control You can turn the TV on or off, browse channels, or adjust the volume level on the TV using the device as a remote control. On the device, tap Continue.

  • Page 149: Torch

    Useful apps and features Watching TV using the device Select a TV programme from the list of available programmes to watch on the connected TV. Ensure that the device’s infrared port is facing the TV. TV shows, Movies, or Sports and scroll left or right to select a category. Select a TV programme and tap Watch now.

  • Page 150: Magnifier

    Useful apps and features Magnifier Use this widget to magnify text or objects with the rear camera. To add it to the Home screen, on the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Widgets, tap and hold the Magnifier widget, and then drag it to the Home screen. Tap the Magnifier widget on the Home screen.
  • Page 151 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 the Play Store.
  • Page 152 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 153: Connecting With Other Devices

    Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth.

  • Page 154: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices

    Connecting with other devices Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Apps screen, tap Settings Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth switch to activate it, and then tap Scan. The detected devices are listed. To set the device as visible to other devices, tap the device name. Select a device to pair with.

  • Page 155: Wi-Fi Direct

    Connecting with other devices Receiving an image When another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. The received image is saved in the Gallery Download folder. 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 156 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 157: Quick Connect

    Connecting with other devices Quick connect About Quick Connect Use this feature to easily search and connect to nearby devices. You can use the device as a remote control by connecting it to a TV. You can also conveniently share content stored on your device with computers.

  • Page 158: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting with other devices Re-searching for devices If the desired device does not appear in the list, search for the device. and select the device from the list of detected devices. Disconnecting devices To deactivate the Quick Connect feature, tap at the top of the screen.

  • Page 159: 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. You can also use this feature with other devices that support the Wi-Fi Miracast feature.
  • Page 160 Connecting with other devices Viewing content on a TV Before you connect a TV to your device, connect the TV and the screen mirroring-enabled device. 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 161: Mobile Printing

    Connecting with other devices Mobile printing Connect the device to a printer via the Wi-Fi feature or Wi-Fi Direct, and print image or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Connecting to a printer On the Apps screen, tap Settings Printing, select a printer type, and then tap the switch at the top right of the screen to activate it.

  • Page 162: Device & Data Manager

    Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information about how to upgrade.

  • Page 163: Transferring Files Between The Device And A Computer

    Device & data manager Transferring files between the device and a computer 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 164: Backing Up And Restoring Data

    Device & data manager Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer app that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 165: Performing A Data Reset

    On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accounts Add account Samsung account, and then sign into your Samsung account. Tap Settings on the Apps screen. Tap Cloud Backup, tick the items to back up, and then tap Back up now Back up.

  • Page 166: 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 Supported features may differ or be labelled differently depending on whether your device is a single or dual SIM model.
  • Page 167 Settings To use options, tap . Scan: Search for available networks. Wi-Fi Direct: Activate Wi-Fi Direct and connect devices directly via Wi-Fi to share files. Advanced: Customise Wi-Fi settings. WPS push button: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button. WPS PIN entry: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.

  • Page 168: Flight Mode

    Settings Tethering and Mobile hotspot Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices. Refer to Tethering and Mobile hotspot for more information. On the Settings screen, tap Tethering and Mobile hotspot. Mobile hotspot: Use the mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 169: More Networks

    Settings Location Change settings for location information permissions. On the Settings screen, tap Location, and then tap the Location switch to activate it. Mode: Select a method to collect your location data. RECENT LOCATION REQUESTS: View which apps request your current location information and their battery usage.

  • Page 170: Connect And Share

    Settings Mobile networks Mobile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. Data roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). Network mode SIM 1 / Network mode SIM 2 (dual SIM models): Select a network type. Network mode (single SIM models): Select a network type.

  • Page 171: Sound And Display

    Screen lock sound: Set the device to sound when you lock or unlock the touch screen. Sound when tapped: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. SAMSUNG APPLICATIONS: Change the notification settings for each app. Music effects: Select a sound effect to apply when you adjust to music.
  • Page 172 Settings Display Change the display settings. On the Settings screen, tap Display. Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. Font: – Font style: Change the font type for display text. – Font size: Change the font size. Screen rotation: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned. –...

  • Page 173: Lock Screen

    Settings LED indicator: – Charging: Set the device to turn on the notification light while the battery is charging. – Low battery: Set the device to turn on the notification light when the battery is low. – Notifications: Set the device to turn on the notification light when you have missed calls, messages, or notifications.

  • Page 174: Notification Panel

    Settings Clock size: Change the clock size. Show date: Set the device to show the date with the clock. Camera shortcut: Set the device to show the camera shortcut on the locked screen. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock.

  • Page 175: Personalisation

    Settings PERSONALISATION Easy mode Set the device to easy mode. On the Settings screen, tap Easy mode. Standard mode: Set the device to standard mode. Easy mode: Set the device to easy mode. EASY APPLICATIONS: Select apps to apply simpler layouts. Accessibility Use this feature to improve accessibility to the device.

  • Page 176: Motion

    Settings Finger Scanner Register your fingerprint to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. On the Settings screen, tap Finger Scanner. Fingerprint manager: Register or delete fingerprint information. Change alternative password: Change the alternative password to use if the device does not recognise the fingerprint.

  • Page 177: User And Backup

    Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. On the Settings screen, tap Accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. On the Settings screen, tap Cloud. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data.

  • Page 178: System

    Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. English(UK): Select a default keyboard layout. Select input languages: Select languages for text input.

  • Page 179: Google Voice Typing

    Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. Tap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap Choose input languages: Select languages for text input.

  • Page 180: Date And Time

    Settings Personalised recognition: Set the device to use information from your Google dashboard to improve speech recognition accuracy. Bluetooth headset: Set the device to allow voice input of search keywords via the Bluetooth headset microphone when a Bluetooth headset is connected. Text-to-speech options PREFERRED TTS ENGINE: Select a speech synthesis engine.

  • Page 181: Safety Assistance

    Settings Safety assistance Activate emergency mode and set primary contacts and messages. Refer to Emergency mode for more information. On the Settings screen, tap Safety assistance. Emergency mode: Set the device to activate emergency mode and reduce battery consumption by using basic functions, such as calling. Send help messages: Set the device to send help messages by pressing the Power button three times.

  • Page 182: Power Saving

    Settings Power saving Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. Refer to Power saving feature for more information. On the Settings screen, tap Power saving. Power saving mode: Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power- saving mode.
  • Page 183 Remote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – ACCOUNT REGISTRATION: Add or view your Samsung account.

  • Page 184: About Device

    Security policy updates: Set the device to check and download security updates. Send security reports: Set the device to automatically send the updated security reports to Samsung. Storage type: Set a storage type for credential files. Trusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various apps.

  • Page 185: Applications

    Settings APPLICATIONS Application manager View and manage the apps on your device. On the Settings screen, tap Application manager. Default applications Select a default setting for using apps. On the Settings screen, tap Default applications. Call Customise the settings for calling features. On the Settings screen, tap Call.
  • Page 186 Settings Call-related pop-ups: – Call notification pop-ups: Set the device to display a pop-up window when you receive an incoming call while using apps. – In-call status pop-ups: Set the device to display a pop-up window that shows the status of a call while using apps. Show caller information: Set the device to display the caller’s recent social networking activity when a call comes in.
  • Page 187 Settings More settings: – Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. – Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to another number. – Auto area code: Set the device to automatically insert a prefix (area or country code) before a phone number.
  • Page 188 Settings Contacts Change settings for using contacts. On the Settings screen, tap Contacts. Import/export: Import or export contacts. Contacts to display: Select which contacts to display. Swipe to call or send msg: Set the device to make a call or send a message when you drag a contact to the left or right in the contacts list.
  • Page 189 Internet Change settings for using Internet. On the Settings screen, tap Internet. Account: Sign in to a Samsung account. Set homepage: Set a default homepage. Autofill forms: Set the device to automatically enter user information, such as names or phone numbers when you fill out forms on webpages.
  • Page 190 Settings Messages Change settings for using messages. On the Settings screen, tap Messages. Default messaging app: Select the default app to use for messaging. Display: Change settings for the messaging window, such as the font size, background colour, and more. Quick responses: Add or edit the message template.
  • Page 191 Settings S Planner Change settings for using S Planner. On the Settings screen, tap S Planner. First day of week: Select the first day of a week. Show week numbers: Set the device to display the number of weeks in a year. Hide declined events: Set the device to hide expired events.
  • Page 192 Settings Show body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message. Check missed events: Set the device to launch S Voice and alert you to missed notifications when a headset is connected and you press the headset button. Personal briefing: Set the device to display events saved in S Planner while using S Voice.

  • Page 193: Accessibility

    Accessibility About Accessibility Accessibility menus are special features for those with certain physical disabilities, such as poor eyesight or hearing impairment. You can use the following features: TalkBack Changing the font size Magnifying the screen Notification reminders Reversing the display colours Colour adjustment Turning off all sounds Flash notification...

  • Page 194: Using The Home Button To Open Accessibility Menus

    Accessibility Using the Home button to open accessibility menus You can access the following accessibility menus by pressing the Home button three times quickly. Accessibility TalkBack Negative colours Interaction control On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Direct access, and then tap the Direct access switch to activate it.
  • Page 195 Accessibility When you activate TalkBack, the device provides voice feedback and reads aloud the features you select. Also, the device provides voice feedback when the screen turns off, when you have new notifications, and more. When you activate Explore by touch while using TalkBack, the device reads selected items aloud.
  • Page 196 Accessibility Selecting the next item: Scroll quickly downwards or to the right on the screen with one finger. Scrolling the lists: Scroll the screen upwards or downwards with two fingers. Returning to the previous page: Scroll the screen to the right with two fingers. Moving to the next page: Scroll the screen to the left with two fingers.
  • Page 197 Accessibility Configuring settings for shortcut gestures Use this feature to configure eight shortcut gestures. You can configure gestures such as, dragging your finger upwards and then to the right without releasing it, and more. You can change shortcut gestures or assign features to empty shortcuts. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision...
  • Page 198 Accessibility Changing reading units When you use TalkBack, you can listen to the text on the screen. You can drag your finger up, down, left, or right to select the text you want. By default, the device reads text aloud in the selected area.
  • Page 199 Accessibility Pausing TalkBack Open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it. When you select Pause feedback at the top left of the screen, TalkBack pauses. When TalkBack is paused, you can resume it by turning on the screen or other methods. To change the method of resuming TalkBack, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision...
  • Page 200 Accessibility Configuring settings for TalkBack Configure settings for TalkBack for your convenience. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision TalkBack Settings. Alternatively, open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it. Then, drag your finger to the top right of the screen and release it when you hear TalkBack Settings.
  • Page 201 Accessibility Focus speech audio: Set the device to turn the media volume down when the device reads an item aloud. Sound volume: Adjust the volume that sound is played when you touch the screen to control it. This feature is available when Sound feedback is selected. Explore by touch: Set the device to read aloud the items under your finger.

  • Page 202: Setting Text-To-Speech Features

    Vision Text-to-speech options, and then use the following functions: Samsung text-to-speech engine / Google Text-to-speech engine: Select an engine for the text-to-speech feature. Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. If the device cannot read...

  • Page 203: Entering Text Using The Keyboard

    Changing the input language To add input languages, on the Apps screen, tap Settings Language and input. Then, tap next to Samsung keyboard Select input languages and select the languages to use. To change the input language, tap , and then tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly.
  • Page 204 Accessibility Drag your finger up, down, left, or right to listen to the text. When the text you want to edit is read aloud, use the following actions: Deleting text: Tap the delete button on the keyboard. Selecting text using selection mode: Activate selection mode to select and listen to the text.

  • Page 205: Changing The Font Size

    Accessibility Changing the font size Use this feature to change the font size. The device provides various font sizes to make the device more convenient for visually impaired users. Setting the font size to Huge may not be available in some apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Vision...

  • Page 206: Reversing The Display Colours

    Accessibility Reversing the display colours Use this feature to improve screen visibility and to help users recognise text on the screen more easily. When this feature is activated, the device displays a negative image that reverses the colours on the screen. Reversing the colours increases the contrast between black and white.

  • Page 207: Setting Flash Notification

    Caption settings Samsung caption On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Hearing Samsung subtitles (CC), and then tap the Subtitles (CC) switch to activate it. Use the following options: Alignment: Change the position of the caption. Font: Change the font type.

  • Page 208: Adjusting The Sound Balance

    Accessibility Google caption On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Hearing Google subtitles (CC), and then tap the Google subtitles (CC) switch to activate it. Use the following options: Language: Select a display language for the caption. Text size: Change the font size. Caption style: Change the caption style.

  • Page 209: Assistive Menu

    Accessibility Assistive menu Displaying the assistive shortcut icon Set the device to display the assistive shortcut icon. You can use the icon to access apps, features, and settings by tapping assistive menus in the icon. Control the device by tapping the assistive menus in the icon without exploring the screen.
  • Page 210 Accessibility Using the cursor On the assistive menu, tap Cursor. A cursor and a touch area where the cursor can be controlled are displayed on the screen. You can control the screen using small finger movements on the touch area. Drag your finger on the touch area to move the cursor. Also, tap the screen to select items under the cursor.

  • Page 211: Setting Tap And Hold Delay Options

    Accessibility Setting tap and hold delay options Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Dexterity and interaction Tap and hold delay, and then select an option. Interaction control Activate interaction control mode to restrict the device’s reaction to inputs while using apps. Use this mode when you want to allow others only limited access to and control of your media or data.

  • Page 212: Answering Or Ending Calls

    Accessibility Answering or ending calls Change the method of answering or ending calls. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Answering and ending calls. Use the following options: Pressing the home key: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button. Using voice commands: Set the device to answer a call with voice commands.
  • Page 213 Accessibility Importing an accessibility settings file Import an accessibility settings file and update the current settings. On the Apps screen, tap Settings Accessibility Manage accessibility Import/ Export, and then select an import option. Select a file to import and tap Done OK.

  • Page 214: Using Other Useful Features

    Motions and gestures for more information. Using the finger scanner: Register your fingerprints to the device to unlock the screen or verify the Samsung account password. Refer to Finger Scanner for more information. Using shortcuts to contacts: Add shortcuts to contacts on the Home screen to make calls or send messages more conveniently.

  • Page 215: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.

  • Page 216: The Touch Screen Responds Slowly Or Improperly

    Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. If 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 reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
  • Page 217 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) Ensure that the charger is connected properly. If the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.

  • Page 218: Error Messages Appear When Launching The Camera

    Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. Restart 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 The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques you use.

  • Page 219: Another Bluetooth Device Is Not Located

    If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. Ensure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer. Your device cannot find your current location GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors.
  • Page 220 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 221 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.

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