SM-P905 User Manual www.samsung.com About this manual This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and features. • Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. • Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings. • Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product. • Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the manual, refer to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. • Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device. Applications related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in. • Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service provider. • Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly. • Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media. • You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider. 2 About this manual • Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications, contact service providers. • Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty. 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 Copyright Copyright © 2014 Samsung Electronics This guide is protected under international copyright laws. 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. 3 About this manual Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. • Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. • Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. 4 Table of Contents Getting started 8 9 10 10 11 12 15 17 18 18 19 19 19 38 39 45 46 47 47 50 51 52 52 54 56 Device layout Buttons S Pen Package contents Installing the SIM or USIM card Charging the battery Inserting a memory card Replacing the S Pen nib Turning the device on and off Holding the device Locking and unlocking the device Adjusting the volume Switching to silent mode Communication 57 62 67 68 70 72 72 73 73 Basics 20 21 25 27 28 29 34 37 Notifications Home screen Applications screen Using applications Help Entering text Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Setting up accounts Setting up user profiles Transferring files Securing the device Upgrading the device Indicator icons Using the touch screen Control motions Palm motions Samsung Smart Pause Using Multi Window Using the S Pen Air view 5 Phone Contacts Messages Email Google Mail Hangouts Google+ Photos Twitter Table of Contents Web & network 74 75 76 77 78 84 93 98 104 124 124 124 124 Internet Chrome Bluetooth Screen Mirroring e-Meeting WebEx Remote PC SideSync 3.0 WatchON Utilities 125 132 133 135 135 136 136 139 140 141 141 142 142 143 143 144 146 147 147 Media 105 107 114 118 119 120 120 121 121 Play Movies & TV Play Music Play Games Play Newsstand Music Camera Gallery Video YouTube Flipboard Businessweek+ NYTimes SketchBook for Galaxy Application & media stores 122 Play Store 123 Samsung Apps 123 Play Books 6 S Note Action Memo S Planner Dropbox Cloud Drive Hancom Viewer Alarm World Clock Calculator S Voice S Finder Google Voice Search Scrapbook My Files Downloads Evernote KNOX Table of Contents Travel & local 148 Maps Settings 149 149 153 161 167 171 About Settings Connections Device Controls General Google Settings Troubleshooting 7 Getting started Device layout Front camera Volume button IrLED Power button Speaker Light sensor Multipurpose jack Touch screen Memory card slot Recent apps button SIM card slot Home button Back button Microphone Rear camera GPS antenna S Pen Headset jack Flash Speaker Main antenna 8 Getting started • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. Buttons Button Function • Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Power • Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to reset the device if it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes. • Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock mode when the touch screen turns off. Recent apps Home • Tap to open the list of recent applications. • Press to return to the Home screen. • Press and hold to launch Google search. Back • Tap to return to the previous screen. Volume • Press to adjust the device volume. 9 Getting started S Pen S Pen button S Pen tip Name Function S Pen tip • Perform basic S Pen actions. (p. 21) S Pen button • Perform advanced S Pen actions. (p. 34) Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Device • Quick start guide • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices. • 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. • Other accessories may not be compatible with your device. • Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service. • Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer to the Samsung website. 10 Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider. • Only microSIM cards work with the device. • Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For details about service availability, contact your service provider. 1 2 3 Open the cover of the SIM card slot. Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place. • Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the 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. 4 Close the cover of the SIM card slot. 11 Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card 1 2 3 Open the cover of the SIM card slot. Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Close the cover of the SIM card slot. Charging the battery Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. • When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty. • If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device. • If you use multiple applications at once, network applications, or applications that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid disconnecting from the network or losing power during a data transfer, always use these applications after fully charging the battery. 12 Getting started Charging with the charger Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose jack. Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. • The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. • If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. 13 Getting started After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible while charging. Checking the battery charge status When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current battery charge status: Charging Fully charged Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. • Close unnecessary applications with the task manager. • Deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. • Deactivate auto-syncing of applications. • Decrease the backlight time. • Decrease the brightness of the display. 14 Getting started Inserting 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. • Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up. • The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory card. • Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards. • When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory appears in the SD Memory card folder. 1 2 3 4 Open the cover of the memory card slot. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place. Close the cover of the memory card slot. 15 Getting started Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → General → Storage → Unmount SD card. 1 2 3 Open the cover of the memory card slot. Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out. Close the cover of the memory card slot. Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data. 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 → Settings → General → Storage → Format SD card → Format SD card → Erase everything. Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions. 16 Getting started Replacing the S Pen nib While using the S Pen, the S Pen nib may get dull. If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one. 1 Hold the nib with the tweezers firmly, and then pull it out. 2 Insert a new nib into the S Pen until you hear a click. Do not let your finger get caught between the tweezers and the nib. • Do not reuse old nibs. Doing so may cause the S Pen to malfunction. • Do not press the nib excessively when inserting the nib into the S Pen. • Do not insert the round end of the nib into the S Pen. This may cause damage to the S Pen or your device. 17 Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. • Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. • Press and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless features. To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Power off. Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. 18 Getting started Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction. Adjusting the volume Press the Volume button left or right to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound volume when playing music or video. Switching to silent mode Use one of the following methods: • Press and hold the Volume button left until it switches to silent mode. • Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Mute or Vibrate. • Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap Sound or Vibrate. 19 Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA+ network connected LTE network connected Wi-Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS activated Call in progress Missed call Smart screen feature activated Synced with the web Connected to computer No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message Alarm activated 20 Basics Icon Meaning S Pen removed Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers or the S Pen to use 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. • The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area. • Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the device. 21 Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options. 22 Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return. 23 Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out. 24 Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Controls → Motions, and then drag the Motions switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation. To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation. • Some applications do not allow screen rotation. • Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. 25 Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image. 26 Basics Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Palm motions Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen. Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Controls → Palm motion, and then drag the Palm motion switch to the right. Sweeping Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. 27 Basics Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Samsung Smart Pause Use this feature to pause videos when you look away from the screen. On the Home screen, tap pause. → Settings → Controls → Smart screen, and then tick Smart During video playback, look away from the screen to pause the video. To resume playback, look at the screen again. 28 Basics Using Multi Window Use this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time. • Only applications on the Multi Window tray can run. • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To use Multi Window, on the Home screen, tap → Settings → Device → Multi window, and then drag the Multi window switch to the right. You can use two types of Multi Window. Using a split screen Multi Window Use this feature to run applications in a split screen. You can run up to four applications on the screen at the same time. 29 Basics Launching applications in a split screen Multi Window 1 Drag your finger from the right edge of the screen towards the middle of the screen. Alternatively, tap and hold . The Multi Window tray appears at the right side of the screen. Multi Window tray 2 Tap and hold an application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to the screen. Release the application icon when the screen turns blue. 30 Basics 3 Tap and hold another application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to a new location. You can launch the same application in a split screen at the same time. Only applications with next to its icon support this feature. Sharing content between applications You can easily share content between applications, such as Email and Internet, by dragging and dropping them. Some applications may not support this feature. 1 Launch Email and Internet in a split screen Multi Window. Access the Multi Window options 2 Tap the circle between the application windows, and then tap . Tap the circle between application windows to access the following options: • : Open a list of recently used applications in the selected window. • : Switch locations between Multi Window applications. • : Share items, such as images, text, or links, between application windows by dragging and dropping them. • : Maximise the window. • : Close the application. 31 Basics 3 Tap and hold an item in the Internet window and drag it to a location in the Email window. Creating a Multi Window combination Use this feature to save currently-running Multi Window applications as a combination. 1 2 3 Launch multiple applications in a split screen Multi Window. Open the Multi Window tray and tap → Create. Enter a title and tap OK. The currently-running Multi Window combination is added to the Multi Window tray. To launch applications using a saved combination, select the combination from the Multi Window tray. 32 Basics Using a pop-up Multi Window Use this feature to launch applications in pop-up windows. 1 Drag your finger from the right edge of the screen towards the middle of the screen. Alternatively, tap and hold . The Multi Window tray appears at the right side of the screen. Multi Window tray 2 Tap an application icon on the Multi Window tray. A pop-up window appears on the screen. Minimise the window. Close the window. Maximise the window. You can launch the same application in multiple pop-up windows at the same time. Only applications with next to its icon support this feature. 33 Basics Using the S Pen The included S Pen can be used to easily select items or perform functions. Actions using the S Pen with the button pressed provide additional conveniences, such as screen capture. Pull out the S Pen from the slot to use it. When you pull out the S Pen from the slot, the device detects it and performs the following: • Turns on the touch screen (if it is off). • Launches Action Memo, or displays air command. • The nib of the S Pen is replaceable. If the pen nib gets dull, replace it with a new one. • If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. Refer to the Samsung website for more information about the S Pen. • For best results, keep the S Pen mostly perpendicular to the touch screen and avoid using it at sharp angles. 34 Basics Air command Press the S Pen button while hovering the S Pen over the screen to display air command. With this feature, you can directly use the following actions: • Action Memo: Turn your handwriting into an actionable link to one of a range of useful features. • Scrapbooker: Collect a variety of content and save it. (p. 143) • Screen Write: Capture a screenshot and edit it. • S Finder: Search for a wide variety of content on your device. (p. 142) • Pen Window: Use the S Pen to draw a window and open useful applications inside it. Making a simple memo Tap Action Memo on the air command. Alternatively, with the S Pen button pressed, doubleto select the memo. When the menu of functions tap the screen. Write a memo and tap appears, select a function to use the information on the memo you wrote. • : Make a call. • : Create a contact. • : Send a message. • : Send an email. • : Search the Internet. • : Search for a location. • : Create a task. If you want to use specific information from the memo, tap to deselect the memo and draw a circle around the information. 35 Basics Capturing screenshots Tap Screen Write on the air command. Alternatively, with the S Pen button pressed, tap and hold the screen until you hear a click. It is possible to draw, write on, or crop a screenshot. The screenshot is saved in the Gallery → Screenshots folder. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. Launching applications in the selected area Tap Pen Window on the air command. Draw a line around an area, and then select an application. The application is launched in the area that you have drawn. To minimise the application, tap To maximise the application, tap To close the applications, tap . Minimised applications are displayed as floating icons. . . Opening available options Some items have contextual menus that make the S Pen pointer glow. Press the S Pen button to display the menu while hovering the S Pen over the item. 36 Basics Selecting and capturing an image With the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it. If necessary, use one of the following options: • : Restore the original selection. • : Convert the selection to a circular shape. • : Convert the selection to a rectangular shape. • : Customise the selection. Select an application to use with the selected area from the icons that appear at the bottom of the screen. Air view Use this feature to perform various functions while the S Pen is hovering over the screen. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Controls → S Pen → Air view, and then drag the switch at the top right of the screen to the right. Point at an item with the S Pen to preview content or view information in a pop-up window. You can scroll through panels or lists by moving the S Pen pointer to an edge (top/bottom/ left/right) of the screen. 37 Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen. From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current settings. Drag down from the status bar, and then tap to use the following options: • Wi-Fi: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. • GPS: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature. • Sound: Activate or deactivate silent mode. You can vibrate or mute your device in silent mode. • Screen rotation: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device. • Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • Reading mode: Activate or deactivate reading mode. In reading mode, the device helps protect your eyes when reading at night. To select which applications will be used for, tap Settings → Device → Display → Reading mode. • Mobile data: Activate or deactivate the data connection. • Blocking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap Settings → Device → Blocking mode. • Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode. • Multi window: Set the device to use Multi Window. • Screen Mirroring: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature. • Wi-Fi hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature. • Air view: Activate or deactivate the air view feature. 38 Basics • Smart stay: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature. • Smart pause: Activate or deactivate the smart pause feature. • Sync: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. • Flight mode: Activate or deactivate flight mode. The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. To rearrange the options on the notifications panel, open the notifications panel, tap tap and hold an item, and then drag the item to another location. → Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. The Home screen has two different kinds of panels. The Classic home screen panel displays shortcuts to applications and widgets, and the Content home screen panel displays Content widgets. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. 39 , Basics Viewing all applications On the Home screen, tap to view all applications. To return to the Home screen, press the Home button. 40 Basics Using the Classic home screen The Classic home screen displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. Adding an item 1 2 Tap on the Home screen. Tap and hold an item from the Apps or Widgets tab and drag it to the desired location. Added icon Move to the Content home screen. 41 Basics Adding or removing a panel from the Classic home screen 1 Pinch your fingers together on the Classic home screen. 2 Tap to add a panel. To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel and drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen. Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Classic home screen. Tap and hold an empty area on the Classic home screen, tap Home screen, and then select one of the following: • Gallery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the Internet. • Live wallpapers: See animated images. • Photos: See images in Photos. • Wallpapers: See wallpaper images. Select an image, resize the frame if necessary, and then set it as wallpaper. 42 Basics Using the Content home screen The Content home screen displays Content widgets. You can access an application directly by selecting a Content widget on the Content home screen. Adding a widget or panel 1 2 Pinch your fingers together on the Content home screen. On the Widgets screen, select a panel to edit or tap to create a new panel ( 1 ). Select widgets to add to the panel from the bottom pane of the screen ( 2 ). Scroll left or right on the bottom pane of the screen to view more widgets. 43 Basics 3 Tap Done. Adjusting widget size 1 2 3 On the Content home screen, tap and hold a widget you want to resize. Adjust the size of the widget by dragging the frame around it. Tap to save the change. Removing a panel from the Content home screen 1 2 3 Pinch your fingers together on the Content home screen. On the Widgets screen, tap and hold the panel to remove. Drag the panel to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the panel. At least one panel must remain on the Content home screen. 44 Basics Applications screen The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications installed. On the Home screen, tap to open the Applications screen. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Rearranging applications This feature is available only in the customisable grid view. Tap → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. Organising with folders Put related applications together in a folder for convenience. Tap → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to Create folder. Enter a folder name and then tap OK. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap Save to save the arrangement. Rearranging panels Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications Tap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it. Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled. 45 Basics Disabling applications Tap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to disable it. To enable the application, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Application manager, scroll to DISABLED, select the application, and then tap Enable. • Downloaded applications and some default applications that come with the device cannot be disabled. • When you use this feature, disabled applications disappear from the Applications screen but are still stored in the device. Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Some applications are grouped into folders. Tap a folder, and then tap an application to open it. Opening from recently-used applications Tap to open the list of recently-used applications. Select an application icon to open. Closing an application Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance. → Task manager, and then tap End next to an application to close it. To close all Tap → Close all. running applications, tap End all. Alternatively, tap 46 Basics Help Access help information to learn how to use the device and applications or configure important settings. Tap Help on the Applications screen. Select a category to view tips. To sort categories by an alphabetical order, tap To search for keywords, tap . . Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use. Using the Samsung keyboard Switch to handwriting mode. Delete a preceding character. Break to the next line. Hide the keyboard. Enter uppercase. Enter uppercase. Enter punctuation marks. Move the cursor. Enter a space. 47 Basics Entering uppercase Tap Shift before entering a character. For all caps, tap Caps lock. Changing the keyboard type Tap and hold , and then tap to change the keyboard type. On the floating keyboard, tap and hold location. and move the floating keyboard to another Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap , and then write a word with a finger or the S Pen. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word. Use handwriting gestures to perform actions, such as editing or deleting characters and inserting spaces. To view the gesture guides, tap and hold , and then tap → Help. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 48 Basics Direct pen input On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Controls → S Pen → Direct pen input, and then drag the switch at the top right of the screen to the right. When you are hovering the S Pen over a text field, appears at the upper left corner of the text field. Tap to write with the S Pen. To make simple corrections, change input languages, or enter a space between characters, tap each correction tool displayed on the handwriting pad. When this feature is enabled, you can do the following: • Send a handwritten message. • Make a call by writing a contact name or a phone number on the keypad. • Set an alarm just by writing numbers. • Browse the Internet by writing web addresses. Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak. If the device does not recognise your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list. To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language. Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, tap and hold at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap Paste. 49 Basics Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 149) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. • Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors, but cannot be operated outdoors. • Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use. Joining Wi-Fi networks On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi, and then drag the Wi-Fi switch to the right. Select a network from the list of detected Wi-Fi networks, enter a password if necessary, and then tap Connect. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. After the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will automatically connect to it any time it is available. 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. 50 Basics Activating Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint With Passpoint, the device automatically searches for available Wi-Fi networks and connects to one. If you move to a new area it will connect to another available Wi-Fi network without requiring a password. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi → → Advanced, and then drag the Passpoint switch to the right. Forgetting Wi-Fi networks Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device. Adding accounts Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to set up a Google account. To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Add account → Google. After that, tap New to sign up, or tap Existing, and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. More than one Google account can be used on the device. Set up a Samsung account as well. Removing accounts On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts, select an account name under My accounts, select the account to remove, and then tap Remove account. 51 Basics Setting up user profiles Set up user profiles and then select one when unlocking the device to use personalised settings. By setting up multiple user profiles, several users can share the device without affecting others’ personal settings, such as email accounts, wallpaper preferences, and more. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Users → → OK → Set up now, and then follow the on-screen instructions to set up a new user profile. To access the device with a user profile, select a profile at the top right of the locked screen. Transferring files Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer operating system. • Music: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, 3ga, wma, ogg, oga, aac, and flac • Image: bmp, gif, jpg, and png • Video: avi, wmv, asf, flv, mkv, mp4, 3gp, webm, and m4v • Document: doc, docx, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, pdf, and txt If the applications cannot play files in divx or ac3 format, install applications that support them. 52 Basics Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. 1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. 2 Transfer files between your device and the computer. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information. Connecting with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer. 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and sync music files. Connecting as a media device 1 2 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device → Media device (MTP). Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed. 3 Transfer files between your device and the computer. 53 Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a signature On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Signature. Draw your signature, and then draw the signature two more times to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the signature. When unlocking the device, make sure to write your signature in the same conditions, such as writing angle, as when you registered the signature. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern. Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern. 54 Basics Setting a PIN On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it. Setting a password On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Password. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it. Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. 55 Basics Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Upgrading with Samsung Kies Launch Samsung 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 details on how to upgrade. • Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is upgrading. • While upgrading the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer. Doing so may interfere with the update process. Upgrading over the air The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → About device → Software update → Update. 56 Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: • Phone: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . • Groups: Make a call from the list of contact groups. • Favourites: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts. • Contacts: Make a call from the contacts list. Speed dial numbers For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit. Number prediction When entering numbers on the keypad, automatic predictions appear. Select one of these to make a call. Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. 57 Communication Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap . During a call The following actions are available: • : Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device. • : Dial a second call. • End call: End the current call. • Keypad: Open the keypad. • Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. • Merge: Make a multiparty call when connected to two calls. Repeat this to add more parties. This feature is available only if the multiparty call service is active. • Swap: Switch between two calls. • → Enable extra volume: Increase the volume. • → Hold: Hold a call. Tap → Unhold to retrieve the held call. • → Manage conference call: Have a private conversation with one party during a multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call. • → Contacts: Open the contacts list. • → Action Memo: Launch Action Memo. • → Message: Send a message. • → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation. 58 Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Viewing call logs Tap Phone to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls. To filter a call log, tap → View, and then select an option. Fixed dialling number The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. Those prefixes are stored in the SIM or USIM card. Tap → Call settings → Call settings → Additional settings → Fixed Dialling Numbers → Enable FDN, and then enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. Tap FDN list and add numbers. Call barring The device can be set to prevent certain calls from being made. For example, international calling can be disabled. Tap → Call settings → Call settings → Additional settings → Call barring, select a call type, select a call barring option, and then enter a password. Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. 59 Communication Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards. To create the rejection message, tap → Call settings → Call settings → Set up call reject messages. Automatically rejecting calls from unwanted numbers Tap → Call settings → Call settings → Call rejection → Auto reject mode → Auto reject numbers → Auto reject list. Tap , enter a number, assign a category, and then tap Save. Missed calls If a call is missed, missed calls. appears on the status bar. Open the notifications panel to view the list of Call waiting Call waiting is a service provided by the service provider. A user can use this service to suspend a current call and switch to an incoming call. This service is not available for video calls. To make use of this service, tap → Call settings → Call settings → Additional settings → Call waiting. Call forwarding The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number. Tap → Call settings → Call settings → Additional settings → Call forwarding, and then select a call type and condition. Enter a number and tap Enable. 60 Communication Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap . During a video call The following actions are available: • Switch camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. • Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. • End call: End the current call. • Capture image: Capture the other party’s image. • Record video: Take a video of the other party’s images. It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other party’s prior permission. • Hide me: Hide your image from the other party. • Outgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. • → Keypad: Open the keypad. • → Switch to headset: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device. • → Animated emotions: Apply emotional icons to your image. • → Theme view: Apply decorative icons to your image. • → Enable cartoon view: Change the view mode to the cartoon view. • → Enable dual camera: Use the front and rear cameras so that the other party can see you and your surroundings. Video calling with dual camera mode will be provided for up to 3 minutes. After 3 minutes the device will turn off the rear camera for optimal performance. 61 Communication Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images. Listening to a voice message Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider. Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact Tap and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. 62 Communication Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap . Deleting a contact Tap . Setting a speed dial number Tap → Settings → Speed dial setting, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap Remove. Searching for contacts Tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • Scroll up or down the contacts list. • Use the index at the left side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger along it. • Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria. Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions: • : Add to favourite contacts. • / : Make a voice or video call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email. 63 Communication Displaying contacts Tap Contacts. By default, the device shows all saved contacts. Tap → Settings → Contacts to display, and then select a location where contacts are saved. Moving contacts Tap Contacts. Moving contacts to Google Tap → Merge accounts → Merge with Google. Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung Tap → Merge accounts → Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts Tap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts Tap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an export option. 64 Communication Sharing contacts Tap → Share namecard via → Multiple contacts, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Favourites. Tap to add contacts to favourites. Tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search for contacts. • Remove from favourites: Remove contacts from favourites. • Grid view / List view: View contacts in grid or list form. • Help: Access help information about using contacts. Contact groups Tap Groups. Creating a group Tap , set details for the group, add contacts, and then tap Save. Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap → Add member. Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. 65 Communication Managing groups Select a group, tap , and then take one of the following actions: • Search: Search for contacts. • Delete groups: Select user-added groups, and then tap Done. Default groups cannot be deleted. • Edit: Change the group settings. • Add member: Add members to the group. • Remove member: Remove members from the group. • Send message: Send a message to a group’s members. • Send email: Send an email to a group’s members. • Change order: Tap and hold position, and then tap Done. next to the group name, drag it up or down to another • Help: Access help information about using contacts. Sending a message or email to a group’s members Select a group, tap → Send message or Send email, select members, and then tap Done. Business card Tap Contacts. Create a business card and send it to others. Tap Set up my profile, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal address, and then tap Save. If user information has been saved when you set up the device, select the business card, and then tap to edit. Tap → Share namecard via → Selected contact, and then select a sharing method. 66 Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages Tap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap . Use the following methods to add recipients: • Enter a phone number. • Tap , select contacts, and then tap Done. Use the following methods to make a multimedia message: • Tap , and attach images, videos, contacts, notes, events, and others. • Tap → Add subject to enter a subject. Sending handwritten messages When you are hovering the S Pen over a text field, appears at the upper left corner of the text field. Tap , and tap to enter a handwritten message with the S Pen. 67 Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap → Scheduling. Set a time and date, and then tap OK. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent. • This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update the information. Viewing incoming messages Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s message. Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. After that, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another email account, tap → Settings → Add account. 68 Communication Sending messages Tap the email account to use, and then tap subject, and message, and then tap . Tap at the top of the screen. Enter recipients, to add a recipient from the contacts list. Tap +Me to add yourself as a recipient. Tap to attach images, videos, contacts, notes, events, and others. Tap → message. to insert images, events, contacts, location information, and others into the Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent. • This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update the information. 69 Communication Reading messages Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap . Tap a message to read. Forward the message. Change the screen layout. Delete the message. Access additional options. Add this email address to the contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Open attachments. Reply to the message. Compose a message. Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap Save to save it. Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. 70 Communication Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND. Tap → Save draft to save the message for later delivery. Tap → Attach file to attach images, videos, music, and others. Tap → Discard to start over. Tap → Settings to change the Google Mail settings. Tap → Send feedback to report your opinions for application development. Tap → Help to access help information for the Google Mail. Reading messages Keep the message for long-term storage. Search for a message. Delete the message. Compose a message. Access additional options. Add this email address to the contacts list. Reply to all recipients or print the message. Preview attachment. Forward the message to others. Reply to the message. Mark the message as a reminder. 71 Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. Select a label in ALL LABELS to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap → Change labels, and then select the label to assign. Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting. Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. Tap Google+ on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Tap All to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your circles. Tap to use other social network features. 72 Communication Photos Use this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services. Tap Photos on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select one of the following categories: • CAMERA: View all the images or videos that are taken or downloaded to the device. • HIGHLIGHTS: View images or videos grouped by date or album. Tap to view all of the images or videos in the group. Then, select an image or video. While viewing it, use one of the following icons: • : Modify the image. • : Share the image or video with others. • : Delete the image or video. Twitter Use this application to stay connected with your social network on Twitter. Tap Twitter on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 73 Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. Tap to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address. Opening a new page Tap → New tab. To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and then tap the title to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap keywords that appear. → , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap → . To open a bookmarked webpage, tap , and then select one. 74 Web & network History Tap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap . Saved pages To view saved webpages, tap → Saved pages. Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, use Downloads. (p. 146) Sharing webpages To share a webpage address with others, tap → Share via. To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap Share via. Chrome Use this application to search for information and browse webpages. Tap Chrome on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a new page Tap → New tab. To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the title to select it. 75 Web & network Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap → Save. To open a bookmarked webpage, tap → Bookmarks, and then select one. Searching the web by voice Tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear. Syncing with other devices Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged in with the same Google account. To view open tabs on other devices, tap → Other devices. Select a webpage to open. To view bookmarks, tap BOOKMARKS. Bluetooth 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 the Bluetooth feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced. • Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device. • Do 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. To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth, and then drag the Bluetooth switch to the right. 76 Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the autogenerated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is Gallery. Open Gallery, select an image, tap → Bluetooth, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices. After that, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device to receive the image. When another device sends you data, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request made by another device. Received files are saved in the Bluetooth folder. If a contact is received, it is added to the contacts list automatically. 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. • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Miracast-enabled devices that do not support High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP 2.X) may not be compatible with this feature. • Some files may be buffered during playback, depending on the network connection. • To save energy, deactivate this feature when not in use. • If you specify a Wi-Fi frequency, AllShare Cast dongles or HomeSync may not be discovered or connected. • If you play videos or games on a TV, select an appropriate TV mode to get the best experience. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Screen Mirroring, and then drag the Screen Mirroring switch to the right. Select a device, open or play a file, and then control the display with the keys on your device. To connect to a device using a PIN, tap and hold the device name to enter the PIN. 77 Web & network e-Meeting Use this application to host or attend an e-meeting. You can share files with attendees during a meeting. To use this application, all devices to be used in the meeting must be connected to the same access point. Creating a meeting session Create a meeting to host the meeting. 1 2 Tap e-Meeting on the Applications screen. Tap Create meeting. Create a meeting session. 78 Web & network 3 Check the network information to share with others, set details for the meeting, and then tap Done. To add files to the meeting, tap . Check the network information to share with others. Use a password. Meeting information Set a password and the security level for the meeting. • Show password: Provide the password to the attendees that should be entered to join the meeting. • Allow auto joining: Allow attendees to join the meeting when they enter the password without the host’s approval. • Allow file saving: Allow attendees to capture screenshots and save the meeting files during the meeting. 79 Web & network 4 A meeting session is created. The file added when the meeting session is created appears on the screen, or if no file is added, the whiteboard appears on the screen. Access additional options. View the shared file. 5 Share the network information and password for the created meeting with the attendees to let them join the meeting. Joining a meeting If you are provided with the network information for a meeting, you can join the meeting. 1 2 Tap e-Meeting on the Applications screen. Tap Join meeting. Join a meeting. 80 Web & network 3 4 5 Select a network that the meeting is connected to, enter a password if necessary, and then tap Done. Select the meeting to join. Enter your name and tap Done. Then, you can enter the meeting session. You can view files or content that the host shares. Using the Meeting session screen Host screen When you are the host, you can open a file and move to the next pages in the file, or display the whiteboard and write on it. The host screen is displayed on the attendees’ screens. Opening files 1 Tap Files ( 1 ) → Add ( 2 ), and then select a file. 81 Web & network 2 The selected file is added to the file list. Tap a file to open it. Display the whiteboard. Access additional options. File list Host icon Displaying the whiteboard Tap Show Whiteboard at the top right of the screen. The whiteboard appears on the screen. Using additional options Tap to use one of the following: Access additional options. • Open new file: Open new files. • Enable script view: Display the notes pane under the presentation. 82 Web & network • Meeting notes: Create meeting minutes using S Note. • Message Box: Send messages to attendees. • Show received messages: Set the device to display the text of a new message from attendees. • Send files: Send files to attendees. • Share via: Share files with attendees. • Page lock: Lock the page so that the attendees can view only the page the host is presenting. • S pen only mode: Set the screen to recognise only the S Pen. • Change host: Change the host. • Save meeting files: Save the meeting files and all written works. • Meeting Info: View meeting information. • Help: Access help information about e-Meeting. • Close meeting: Close the current meeting session. Attendee’s screen View the screen the host shares and write on the screen. While scrolling through the document, tap To be the presenter, tap attendee mode. to move to the page the presenter is viewing. . The screen changes to the presenter mode. Tap Closing or exiting the meeting Tap or → Close meeting or Exit meeting. 83 to return to the Web & network When the network connection fails during a meeting When the host is disconnected End the meeting or connect to the same network again to continue the meeting. Attendees can save the files and exit the meeting, or wait till the meeting resumes. When the attendees are disconnected Launch e-Meeting and join the meeting again. WebEx Use this application to host and attend teleconferences. You can use various features, such as content sharing and HD video meeting. Before using this application • Ensure that the device is connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. You may incur additional charges for using this application via the network. • Ensure that you have a WebEx account. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may not work properly depending on firewall and network status. 84 Web & network Signing up for an account 1 2 3 Tap WebEx on the Applications screen. Tap Get an account on the sign in screen. The webpage for joining WebEx will appear on the screen. You cannot use this application if a pop-up window appears on the screen informing that WebEx is not available in the region. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to setup the account. Some features are not available when the trial period expires. Switch to a paid account to use all WebEx features. For details, refer to the WebEx website. Creating a meeting session 1 2 3 Tap WebEx on the Applications screen and tap Sign in. Enter the registered email address and tap Next. Enter the password and tap Sign in. 85 Web & network 4 The WebEx screen appears on the device. Create a meeting session. Join a meeting session by entering a session number. Refresh the meeting list. Close the application. Go to the WebEx website. 5 6 7 Tap to create a meeting session. Enter a topic for the meeting, set a password, and then tap Start now. Tap → Connect using Internet. 86 Web & network 8 The microphone will be turned on and appears at the top right of the screen. You can have an audio meeting with others. Start or end a video meeting. Turn the microphone on or off. Start or end an audio meeting. Share the screen. End the meeting session. Check the meeting information. Invite people or remind invitees about the meeting. View the session number. View the participants and chat with them. Inviting people to a meeting Invite others to a meeting by sending an invitation email. You can also share a session number or the session’s phone number with others to invite them to a meeting. Inviting people by email 1 2 Tap → Invite by email. Enter an email address and tap Send invitation. Inviting people by sending a session phone number You can invite others to a meeting by sharing the session phone number. A session phone number is created when you create a meeting session. It is provided in the invitation email along with other meeting information. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 87 Web & network Joining a meeting session To join a meeting, use one of the following methods. Joining a meeting by session number 1 2 3 4 Tap WebEx on the Applications screen. Sign in to your WebEx account. Tap → Join by number. Enter a session number to join and tap Join. A session number is created when a host creates a meeting session. If you do not know the number, contact the host. 5 6 Tap → Connect using Internet. The microphone will be turned on and appears at the top right of the screen. You can have an audio meeting with others. 88 Web & network Joining a meeting by selecting one in My Meetings 1 2 3 4 5 Tap WebEx on the Applications screen. Sign in to your WebEx account. Select a meeting in My Meetings and tap Join. Tap → Connect using Internet. The microphone will be turned on and appears at the top right of the screen. You can join the audio meeting. Joining a meeting from an invitation email When someone invites you to a meeting, you will receive an invitation email. 1 2 3 Open the invitation email and tap the link in the email. WebEx launches and the sign in screen appears. Sign in to your WebEx account. If you are already signed in to your account, a meeting screen will appear on the screen. 89 Web & network 4 5 Tap → Connect using Internet. The microphone will be turned on and appears at the top right of the screen. You can have an audio meeting with others. Joining a meeting by calling a session phone number You can join a meeting by calling the session’s phone number on a smartphone. Call the session phone number provided in the invitation email. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Running a meeting Running a video meeting 1 2 Tap → Start my video. Your image is displayed at the bottom left of the screen. → Stop my video. To stop the video meeting, tap Running an audio meeting 1 2 Tap → Connect using Internet. The microphone will be turned on and appears at the top right of the screen. To mute your sound, tap . The icon changes to . To stop the audio meeting, tap → Disconnect audio. 90 Web & network Chatting with participants 1 2 3 Tap to view the participants list. Select an account name and tap Chat. Chatting window appears on the screen. To chat with all participants, tap Chat with everyone. Sharing the screen Share the current screen on your device with participants. Only the person designated as the presenter can share one’s screen. The person who creates a meeting is designated as the presenter at the beginning of a meeting. 1 2 3 4 Tap Share screen at the top of the screen if you are the presenter. If you are using this feature for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions. Tap Share screen in the pop-up window. When the screen sharing feature is activated, will appear at the top right of the screen. The content on the screen of the presenter’s device will be displayed on the screens of the participants’ devices. Stopping the screen sharing feature Tap → Stop sharing. The device stops sharing the screen and displays the meeting screen. 91 Web & network Changing the presenter The meeting host and the current presenter can change the presenter. 1 2 3 Tap and select a participant to designate as the presenter. Tap Make presenter. will appear next to the presenter’s account name. Closing or exiting the meeting Tap → End meeting or Leave meeting. When the network connection fails during a meeting If the meeting is still running, reconnect to the meeting. If the meeting has ended, restart the meeting. 92 Web & network Remote PC Use this application to view and control your computer’s screen on your device by connecting your device and computer via a Wi-Fi or local area network. You can also easily view and transfer files between your device and computer. Before using this application • Ensure that you have a registered Samsung account. • Ensure that the computer is turned on. • Ensure that the Agent is installed on your computer. • To use this feature, perform the following in numerical order: 1. Register the device with your Samsung account. 2. Register the computer with your Samsung account. 3. Remotely connect the device and the computer. Registering the device 1 2 Tap Remote PC on the Applications screen. Tap Start on the greeting page. Start the application. 93 Web & network 3 4 5 Tap Sign in, enter your Samsung account and password, and then tap Sign in again. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow the on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. View the tutorial and tap Next. The registration process is completed and the Remote PC screen appears on the screen. Registering a computer 1 2 3 On your computer, launch the web browser and visit remotepc.rview.com. Sign in to your Samsung account. You must sign in to the same Samsung account that you use on your device. Install the Agent if it is not installed on your computer. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter a display name for the computer, proxy settings, and password. For details on proxy server settings, contact your network administrator. will appear on the task bar when the installation is completed. 4 Tap Check connection. 94 Web & network Connecting the device and a computer remotely 1 2 Tap Remote PC on the Applications screen. Tap Check Connection (Refresh). View the name of the computer. Connect the device and the computer remotely. 3 4 Tap ON computer. Enter the password for the connection and tap OK. Tap Forgotten your password? if you do not remember the password. 5 The connection is made and you can control the computer remotely on the device. 95 Web & network Controlling the computer on the device After connecting the devices, you can view and control your computer’s screen on the device. You can also open or edit files in the computer and transfer them to the device. Scroll through the screen. Access additional options. Connection status Tap the screen and tap at the bottom of the screen to use one of the following: • Mouse: Display the mouse pointer on the device’s screen. • Keyboard: Open the keyboard to enter text in the selected text field. • Remote Explorer: Open the file manager to search for files and transfer files between the connected devices. • Screen lock: Lock the device’s screen to disable the zoom and scroll functions. • Switch Window: Switch between two monitors when the computer is connected to dual monitors. • Settings: Change the connection settings. • Disconnect: Close the connection between the device and the computer. 96 Web & network Transferring files between your device and the computer 1 2 Tap → Remote Explorer. Tap and hold a file on the computer’s file manager panel. Then, drag it to the device’s file manager panel. You can also move a file vice versa. The computer's file manager The device's file manager 97 Web & network SideSync 3.0 Use this application to control a smartphone’s screen with a virtual smartphone screen on your tablet. • On your tablet, view messages or use the smartphone’s chat room. • On your tablet, watch a video playing on the smartphone on a larger display. • Transfer files easily between your tablet and the smartphone. Before using this application • Your tablet and smartphone must support Wi-Fi Direct. Otherwise, both devices must be connected to the same access point. • SideSync 3.0 must be installed on both your tablet and smartphone. If it is not installed on any device, download and install it from Samsung Apps or Play Store. • SideSync 3.0 operates only on devices with Android version 4.4 or higher. Connecting your tablet and a smartphone 1 2 Tap SideSync 3.0 on the Applications screen of your tablet. To start SideSync 3.0, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions. Launch SideSync 3.0 on a smartphone. 98 Web & network 3 4 5 The tablet searches for available smartphones automatically. Select one of the detected smartphones. Tap OK on the smartphone screen. The smartphone’s virtual screen is displayed on your tablet and the smartphone’s screen is turned off. 99 Web & network Using the virtual smartphone screen Browse the screen and use applications in the virtual smartphone screen. You can send or receive messages, or chat with others. Some features, such as Phone, Camera, and Screen Mirroring, may not work in the virtual smartphone screen. Minimise the screen. Maximise the screen to fit your tablet's screen. Access additional options. Screen rotation Close SideSync 3.0. Screen capture Open the same webpage in the web browser of your tablet. Virtual smartphone screen Menu button Back button Home button 100 Web & network 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 1 2 Tap and hold at the bottom right of the virtual smartphone screen. When the frame appears, drag the frame to adjust the size. Entering text When you enter text in the virtual smartphone screen, the tablet’s keyboard appears. Enter text using the keyboard. 101 Web & network 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. Using the smartphone screen Press the Home button on the smartphone to turn on the smartphone screen and turn off the virtual smartphone screen on the tablet. Using the virtual smartphone screen Tap Switch to tablet on the tablet’s screen to turn on the virtual smartphone screen and turn off the smartphone screen. Playing music or videos on the tablet Play music or videos stored in the smartphone via the screen and speaker of the tablet. 1 2 Open a music or video file in the virtual smartphone screen on the tablet. The selected file is played using the tablet’s screen and speaker. Adjust the volume on the virtual smartphone screen or the tablet during playback. 102 Web & network Copying files between devices Copying files from the smartphone to the tablet 1 2 3 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. My Files is launched on the tablet’s screen. Select a folder to save the file in and tap Done. Copying files from the tablet to the smartphone 1 2 3 Tap and hold a file on the tablet’s screen. Select the files to copy, tap and hold any selected file, and then drag it to the virtual smartphone screen. My Files is launched on the virtual smartphone screen. Select a folder to save the file in and tap Done. 103 Web & network WatchON Use this application to connect to a TV to watch your favourite shows and movies. Tap WatchON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. You must first connect the device to a network and ensure that the device’s infrared port is facing the TV. Connecting to a TV Connect to a TV to display the device’s screen onto a large surface and control the TV remotely with the device. Tap Set up WatchON, select a region and broadcast service, and then tap Next. Tap → Setup, and then follow the on-screen instructions to register the TV to the device. The steps vary depending on the options you choose. To connect to other devices, tap → Settings → Room settings → Room 1 → Add device. Watching TV Select from the TV programme suggestions or select a category at the bottom of the screen. Select a TV programme and then tap Watch on TV. The selected programme will show up on the connected TV. Tap and open the control panel to control the TV. Setting programme reminders Tap Timeline at the bottom of the screen and select a time for a TV programme you want to watch. Select a programme, and then tap . 104 Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen. Search for other devices to play the file. Access additional options. Adjust the volume. Turn on shuffle. Set the file as your favourite song. Change the repeat mode. Open the playlist. Skip to the next song. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Restart the currently-playing song or skip to the previous song. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Pause and resume playback. 105 Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Player → 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. Smart Volume may not be activated for some files. To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap → Settings → Player → Adapt Sound → On. When you turn the volume up to level 14 or higher, the adapt sound option is not applied to music playback. If you turn the volume down to level 13 or lower, the option is reapplied. Setting a song as ringtone To use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap → Set as → From the beginning or Auto recommendation → Phone ringtone → Done. Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs. Tap Playlists, and then tap → Create playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap Add tracks, select songs to include, and then tap Done. To add the currently-playing song to a playlist, tap → Add to playlist. Playing music by mood Play music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically created by the device. Tap → Music square, and select a cell of mood. Or select multiple cells by dragging your finger. 106 Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 114) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • 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. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited. • Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy. Taking photos Taking a photo Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap to take the photo. Indicates the current camera settings. Switch to dual camera mode. Display current mode. Change the camera settings. Start taking a video. Switch between the front and rear camera. Change the shooting mode. View more options. Select among various effects that are available. View photos and videos you have taken. 107 Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • Auto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo. • Beauty face: Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. • Best photo: Take a series of photos, and then save the best one. • Best face: Use this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image. Tap to take multiple photos. To get the best shot, hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos. When Gallery opens, tap the yellow frame on each face, and choose the best individual pose for the subject. After choosing a pose for each individual, tap Save to merge the images into a single photo, and save it. • Sound & shot: Use this to take a photo with sound. Tap to take a photo. The device records a few seconds of audio after taking a photo. While taking photos in this mode, sound is recorded by the internal microphone. • Drama: Use this to take a series of photos and combine them to create an image that shows trails of the movement. To get the best shot, follow these tips. The device may not take photos properly in other shooting conditions. – – Hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos. – – Take photos of a subject that is moving in one direction. – – Take photos with backgrounds that are free of moving objects. – – Avoid taking photos of a subject and background with similar colours. – – Avoid taking photos of a subject that is too close or too far away to fit within the viewfinder or that is too long such as a bus or a train. • Rich tone (HDR): Use this to take a photo with an improved contrast ratio. 108 Media • Eraser: Use this to erase the movements of moving subjects in the background. Tap to take a series of photos. The device erases traces of movement from a moving subject. To restore the original photo, tap , and then tap the highlighted area. To get the best shot, follow these tips. – – Hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos. – – When taking photos of an object and background with similar colours, the camera may not recognise all of the movement. – – When taking photos of a subject that is moving very little or moving a great deal, the camera may not recognise all of the movements. – – If there are multiple subjects moving in the background, the camera may not recognise all of the movement. • Panorama: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together. To get the best shot, follow these tips. – – Move the camera slowly in one direction. – – Keep the camera’s viewfinder within the guide frame. – – Avoid taking photos of a subject in front of unrecognisable backgrounds, such as empty skies or plain walls. • Sports: Use this setting for fast-moving subjects. Panoramic photos A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots. Tap MODE → Panorama. Tap and move the camera in one direction. When two panorama guide frames are aligned, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop shooting, tap . If the viewfinder is out of the direction, the device stops shooting. 109 Media Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. Tap and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode. Taking videos Taking a video Tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap . While recording, use the following actions: • To change the focus, tap where you want to focus. To focus on the centre of the screen, tap . • To capture an image from the video while recording, tap . Recording mode Tap → to change the recording mode. • Normal: Use this mode for normal quality. • Limit for MMS: Use this mode to lower the recording quality for sending via messages. • Fast motion: Use this mode to take a video of a moving subject. The device will play the video in fast motion. 110 Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video. Dual Camera mode When you take a landscape photo with the rear camera, the photo or video captured by the front camera appears in an inset window, or vice versa. Use this feature to take a beautiful landscape photo and a self-portrait simultaneously. Tap to switch to dual camera mode. Tap to take a photo or tap to take a video. Tap to resize it or move the location. Select among various styles that are available. • You can record videos in dual camera mode for up to 5 minutes in Full HD and up to 10 minutes in HD. • While taking videos in this mode, sound is recorded by the internal microphone. 111 Media Share shot Tap → , and then select one of the following: • Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct. • Buddy photo share: Set the device to recognise a person’s face that you have tagged in a photo and send it to that person. • Remote viewfinder: Set a device to control the camera remotely. Controlling the camera remotely Set a device as a viewfinder to control the camera remotely. Tap → → Remote viewfinder, and then connect the device and the camera using Wi-Fi Direct. Tap to take a photo remotely using the device as a viewfinder. Configuring settings for Camera Tap to configure settings for 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. • Photo size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory. • Burst shot: Take a series of photos of moving subjects. • Tap to take pics: Tap the image on the preview screen to take photos. • Face detection: Set the device to recognise people’s faces and help you take photos of them. • Metering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted measures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot measures the light value at a specific location. Matrix averages the entire scene. • ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in filmcamera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly-lit objects. • Smart stabilisation: Set the device to automatically detect darker conditions and adjust the brightness of the photo without the flash. 112 Media • Save as: Set the device to save both the rich tone photo and original photo, or only the rich tone photo. • Video stabilisation: Activate or deactivate anti-shake. Anti-shake helps focus when the camera is moving. • Location tag: 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. • Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the GPS tag setting. • Review pics/videos: Set the device to show photos or videos after taking them. • Volume key: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function. • Timer: Use this for delayed-time shots. • White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. • Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure. • Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. • Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. • Voice control: Set the camera to take photos with voice commands. • Contextual filename: Set the camera to display contextual tags. Activate this to use Tag Buddy in Gallery. • Save as flipped: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene. • Storage: Select the memory location for storage. • Reset: Reset the camera settings. • Help: Access help information for using the camera. 113 Media Shortcuts Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options. Tap and tap and hold a shortcut icon. Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slot at the top of the screen. Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, the Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open it. In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. Select an image to view it in full screen. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in an image: • Double-tap anywhere to zoom in. • Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to return. 114 Media Viewing images using the motion feature Use the motion feature to execute a function with particular motion. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Controls → Motions, drag the Motions switch to the right, and then turn on the switch for each feature. To stop using a motion feature, turn off the switch for the feature. Playing videos Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . Trimming segments of a video Select a video and tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video. Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Favourite: Add to the favourites list. • Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • Photo frame: Use this to add a frame and a note to an image. The edited image is saved in the Photo frame folder. • Photo note: Use this to write a note on the back of the image. Tap to edit the note. • Copy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard. • Print: Print the image by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. • Rename: Rename the file. • Buddy photo share: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image. • Rotate left: Rotate anticlockwise. 115 Media • Rotate right: Rotate clockwise. • Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it. • Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or a contact image. • Details: View image details. • Settings: Change the Gallery settings. Modifying images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Rotate: Rotate the image. • Crop: Crop the image. • Colour: Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image. • Effect: Apply effects to the image. • Sticker: Attach stickers. • Drawing: Draw on the image. • Frame: Apply frames to the image. Favourite images When viewing an image, tap → Favourite to add the image to the favourites list. Making image collages In a folder, tap → Select item, select two to four images, and then tap → Create collage. Select a style at the bottom of the screen, and then tap Save. To add images, tap To delete images, tap . . To change the split type, tap . 116 Media Deleting images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images, and then tap • When viewing an image, tap . . Sharing images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images, and then tap share them via social network services. • When viewing an image, tap to send them to others or to send it to others or share it via social network services. Setting as wallpaper When viewing an image, tap → Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a contact. Tagging faces When viewing an image, tap → Settings → Tags, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages. Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing. Using Tag buddy Tap → Settings → Tags → Tag buddy, and then drag the Tag buddy switch to the right to display a contextual tag (weather, location, date, and person’s name) when opening an image. 117 Media Organising with folders Create a folder to organise images or videos stored in the device. You can copy or move files from one folder to another. To create a new folder, tap . Enter a name for the folder, tap OK, and then tick images or videos. Tap and hold any selected image or video, drag it to the new folder, and then tap Done. Tap Copy to copy or Move to move. Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing videos Select a video to play. Switch to floating screen mode. Adjust the volume. Access additional options. Search for other devices to play the file. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Move the control panel to the left. Move the control panel to the right. Open the playlist. Change screen ratio. Restart the current video or skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Pause and resume playback. 118 Media Deleting videos Tap → Delete, select videos, and then tap Delete. Sharing videos Tap → Share via, select videos, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching to use the pop-up player. videos, tap 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. YouTube Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Watching videos Tap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video. Tap the screen, and then tap to display full screen. 119 Media Sharing videos Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method. Uploading videos Tap Uploads → , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap UPLOAD. Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To start your Flipboard, flick left on the greeting page, select news topics, and then tap Build Your Flipboard. Select a cover story or a topic, flick through the Flipboard pages, and then select an article to read. Businessweek+ Use this application to get the latest news about finance, business, market data, and more. Tap Businessweek+ on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 120 Media NYTimes Use this application to browse and navigate some articles and more. Tap NYTimes on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To search for articles, tap , and then enter a keyword in the search field. SketchBook for Galaxy Use this application to create a quick concept or sketch out your idea for a project. Tap SketchBook for Galaxy on the Applications screen. To start SketchBook for Galaxy, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • You may incur additional charges when downloading this application via the mobile network. To avoid additional charges, contact your service provider. 121 Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword. Select an application to view information. To download it, tap INSTALL. If there is a charge for the application, tap the price, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the purchase process. • When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications panel and tap the icon to update the application. • To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Security → Unknown sources. Uninstalling applications Uninstall the applications purchased from Play Store. Tap → My apps, select an application to delete in the list of installed applications, and then tap UNINSTALL. 122 Application & media stores Samsung Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit apps.samsung.com. Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category. Tap CATEGORY to select a category. To search for an application, tap search field. at the top of the screen, and then enter a keyword in the Select an application to view information. To download it, tap Free. If there is a charge for the application, tap the price, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the purchase process. When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications panel and tap the icon to update the application. Play Books Use this application to read and download book files. Tap Play Books on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 123 Application & media stores Play Movies & TV Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies & TV on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Games Use this application to download and play games. Tap Play Games on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Newsstand Use this application to read the latest news articles. Tap Play Newsstand on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 124 Utilities S Note Use this application to create a note using multimedia files or voice memos. Tap S Note on the Applications screen. Creating notes When running S Note for the first time, tap Start to set the default cover and template. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Composing notes Create notes with enriched content by adding multimedia files or voice memos. Tap to write or draw on the screen, or tap to enter text with the keyboard. Select the note. Enter a note. Save the note. Write a note. Access additional options. Erase the note. Undo and redo the last action. Draw with the S Pen or a finger. Insert a multimedia file. Change page options. Append another page to the current note. Switch to magnified handwriting mode. 125 Utilities When using the templates that have image frames, tap and hold an image frame, and then tap Images or Take picture to add an image. To delete a frame, tap and hold the frame, and then tap Delete. When jotting down a note, tap to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour. Save the current setting as a pen profile. Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Add a new colour based on the colour picker. To zoom in or out, spread two fingers apart or pinch them. To add a new page, tap → Add page. To change the page template, tap → Add template. To change the layout of the pages or import pages from other notes, tap → Edit pages. To delete the page, tap → Delete page. To record your actions while drawing a note, tap → Record sketching. To hide the toolbar, tap → Hide tools. To save the page with a different name, tap → Save as. To add or delete tags on the page, tap → Edit tags. To add or edit an index on the page, tap To change the background of the page, tap To display a grid on the page, tap → Edit index. → Change background. → Show grid. 126 Utilities Using the eraser tool A drawn line is not recognised as a series of dots but short strokes. For this reason, you can select a whole line and delete, move, or transform it. However, you may happen to even erase unintended part of a line, or may not be able to erase intensive or overlapped lines when using the eraser tool. To reduce the case of erasing unintended parts, adjust the eraser’s size by tapping → . To clear the note, tap Clear all. Even with a smaller eraser, you may not be able to precisely erase the intended area. Editing handwritten notes Select a handwritten note to cut, move, resize, or transform it. When jotting down or drawing a note, tap . Then, tap the note or draw a line around it to select and edit it. To move the note to another location, select the note, and then drag it to a new location. To resize the note, select the note, and then drag the frame handle. With a handwritten note selected, use the following options: • Properties: Change the note properties such as layout, size, colour, or thickness. • Transform into: Convert a drawn shape or handwritten note to a well-organised one. • Cut: Cut the note. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and then tap Paste. • Copy: Copy the note. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and then tap Paste. • Delete: Delete the note. 127 Utilities Inserting multimedia files Tap to insert images, videos, voice memos, and more. Inserting an idea sketch Tap → Idea Sketch, and then write a keyword or select a category to search for images. To add your own sketches to the list, tap , and then draw an image in the sketch panel. Inserting an image or video with frame Tap → Images or Video → Photo frame or Record video on canvas. Draw a frame on the note, and then tap inside the frame with the S Pen or your finger to take a photo or video. Inserting map information Tap → Maps, scroll through the maps or tap Search to search for a place, and then tap Capture. To view the location in full screen, tap and hold the map, and then tap Open map. 128 Utilities Creating and managing charts Making a table Tap → Easy chart → Table, set the number of rows and columns for the table, and then tap Done. To enter data in the table, tap a table cell. To add or delete columns, tap → Add column or Delete column. To add or delete rows, tap → Add row or Delete row. Making a chart To make a chart, tap → Easy chart, and then select a chart type. Then, draw bars, lines, or dividers on the chart. To make a chart from the data in the table, tap and hold the table, tap Edit chart → then select a chart type. 129 , and Utilities Editing a chart To edit a chart, tap and hold a chart or table, tap Edit chart, and then use the following options: • Tap at the top left of the screen to change the chart type. • Tap an item, tap , and then edit values. The available options may vary depending on the chart type. Viewing note pages When viewing pages, tap to use the following options: • Delete: Delete the page. • Share via: Send the page to others. • Export: Export the page as an image file or a PDF file. • Edit pages: Change the layout of the pages or import pages from other notes. • Edit tags: Add or delete tags on the page. • Edit index: Add or edit an index on the page. • Add shortcut to home: Add a shortcut to the page on the Home screen. • Print: Print the image by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. • Save as: Save the page with a different name. • Set as: Set the page as wallpaper or a contact image. 130 Utilities Viewing pages preview Drag down a note to preview the pages above the note. Tap on the note cover to access the following options: • Delete: Delete the note. • Share via: Share the note with others. • Export: Export the note as an image file or a PDF file. • Rename: Rename the note. • Edit cover: Change the note cover. • Add to favourites: Add the note to the favourites list. • Lock: Lock the note so that others cannot view it. • Add shortcut to home: Add a shortcut to the note on the Home screen. Editing notes Tap a note to open it. The note is displayed in view mode. To edit the note, tap . Searching for notes Use this feature to search for a note by entering search criteria, such as names, tags, text, or handwritten words. Tap , tap the search field at the top of the screen, and then enter search criteria. 131 Utilities Action Memo Use this application to compose a handwritten memo and quickly perform one of the useful features provided with Action Memo. Tap Action Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos Tap , write a memo, and then tap . When the menu of functions appears, select a function to use the information on the memo you wrote. • : Make a call. • : Create a contact. • : Send a message. • : Send an email. • : Search the Internet. • : Search for a location. • : Create a task. If you want to use specific information from the memo, tap to deselect the memo and draw a circle around the information. Change the background colour. Erase the memo. Hide some tools. Write a memo. Save the memo. Draw a line around an area. Close the memo. Minimise the memo. View the list of memos. Adjust the size of the memo pad. Save the memo and create a new memo. 132 Utilities Browsing memos Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To edit the memo, tap the memo. To create a memo, tap . To search for a memo, tap To delete memos, tap . . To send memos to other, tap → Share via. To change the view mode, tap → View. To access help information for action memo, tap → Help. S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen. Creating events or tasks Tap , and then use one of the following methods: • Event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting. • Task: Enter a task with an optional priority setting. To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. 133 Utilities Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place. Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the map that appears. Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Google under My accounts, select the Google account, and then tick Sync Calendar. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap S Planner → → Sync. To display synced events or tasks, tap → Calendars, and then tick the Google account. Handwriting in month view On the month view screen, tap to activate this feature. This is available in month view only. Changing calendar type Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others at the top of the screen. Searching for events or tasks Tap , and then enter a keyword to search for. To view today’s events or tasks, tap Today at the top of the screen. Deleting events or tasks Select an event or task, and then tap → Delete. Sharing events or tasks Select an event or task, tap → Share via, and then select a sharing method. 134 Utilities Dropbox Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computers that have Dropbox installed. Tap Dropbox on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. When running Dropbox for the first time, tap Start to activate it. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Once Dropbox is activated, tap Turn on Camera Upload to upload photos and videos taken with the device’s camera to Dropbox automatically. To view the uploaded photos or videos, tap . To share or delete files or create albums, tap , and then select files. To upload files to Dropbox, tap → → Upload here → Photos or videos or Other files. To open files in Dropbox, select a file. While viewing images or videos, tap favourites list, tap . to add it to the favourites list. To open files in the Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Cloud. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Syncing with the Samsung account Tap your Samsung account or Sync settings to sync files. 135 Utilities Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup or Restore to back up or restore data with your Samsung account. Syncing with Dropbox Tap Link Dropbox account, and then enter the Dropbox account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Once you sign in, tap Allow and the device automatically syncs files with Dropbox whenever you make some changes. Drive Use this application to create and edit documents and share them with others via Google Drive storage. When you create documents or upload files to Google Drive, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computer with Google Drive installed. Access your files without transferring or downloading. Tap Drive on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Hancom Viewer Use this application to view documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations. Tap Hancom Viewer on the Applications screen. 136 Utilities Searching documents Tap Open to browse a document. While browsing a document, use one of the following options: • : Create a folder. • : Retrieve new documents. • : Sort documents and folders. • : Change the view mode. • : Select documents or folders. To search for recently-used documents, tap Recent Documents. Reading documents Tap a document in Recent Documents or in a folder. Tap or , and then use one of the following functions: Word processor • Find: Search for text. • Zoom: Change the view size. • Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author. • Print: Print the document by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. • Send: Send the document to others or share it. • Help: View information about Hancom Viewer. 137 Utilities Presentation • Find: Search for text. • Zoom: Change the view size. • Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author. • Slide Show: Start a slideshow from the first page. • From Current Slide: Start a slideshow from the current page. • Show Presenter View: Display presentation tools on the device when it is connected to an external monitor. • Print: Print the document by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. • Send: Send the document to others or share it. • Help: View information about Hancom Viewer. Spreadsheet • Find: Search for text. • Zoom: Change the view size. • Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author. • Sort: Sort cells by specific criteria. • Show Formulas: View the formulas inside cells instead of their calculated results. • Freeze Panes: Keep the selected row in place. • Gridlines: Hide or show gridlines. • Show All Comments: Hide or show memos on the document. • Print Area: Select an area to print. • Print: Print the document by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. • Send: Send the document to others or share it. • Help: View information about Hancom Viewer. 138 Utilities PDF • Search: Search for text. • Send: Send the document to others or share it. • Properties: View document details such as title, date, and author. • Zoom: Change the view size. • Hide comments: Hide or show comments on the document. • Vertical page scrolling: Change the view mode. This option may be labelled differently depending on the view mode selected. • Reading view: View the document contents only, without margins. • Go to page: Move to a specified page. • Bookmarks: View bookmarks on the document. • Print: Print the document by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Alarm Use this application to set alarms for important events. Tap Alarm on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. 139 Utilities Setting alarms Tap , set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. You can also write numbers with the S Pen to set an alarm. • Location alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location. • Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time. • Smart alarm: Set a time for the alarm to go off before the preset time. Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag the alarm after a specified length of time. outside the large circle to repeat Deleting alarms Tap → Select, select alarms, and then tap . World Clock Use this application to check the time of many major cities in the world. Tap World Clock on the Applications screen. Creating clocks Tap and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list. To apply summer time, tap → Select, select a clock, and then tap → DST settings. Deleting clocks Tap → Select, select clocks, and then tap . 140 Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. To clear the history, tap . S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various features. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application is not supported in some languages. Here are several examples of spoken commands: • Open music • Launch calculator • Call Lulu mobile • Dial Lulu work • Check schedule 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. 141 Utilities Using wake-up commands on the locked screen On the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands. To activate this feature, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen, and then drag the Wake up in lock screen switch to the right. S Finder Use this application to search for a wide variety of items on the device, including emails, documents, images, music, applications, and more. Tap S Finder on the air command. Tap the search field, and then enter search criteria. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a keyword to search for. You can also use this feature to search for handwritten content in the device. Google Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well. Tap Google on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a keyword. Search scope To select what applications to search, tap → Settings → Tablet search, and then tick the items to search for. 142 Utilities Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now settings, tap → Settings, and then drag the Google Now switch to the left or right. Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Scrapbook Use this application to create your own digital scrapbook with content from webpages, videos, and more. Tap Scrapbook on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Creating categories Tap , select a layout from the list, enter a name, and then tap Save. 143 Utilities Collecting items While viewing webpages, or videos, with the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it. Tap Scrapbook from the list of applications that appears at the bottom of the screen, select a category, and then tap Done to add the selected area. Alternatively, tap Scrapbooker on the air command, draw a line around an area, select a category, and then tap Done. Viewing items Select a category, and then select an item. While viewing an item, tap to go to the source. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. Tap My Files on the Applications screen. Viewing files Files stored in the device are sorted by criteria. From the left pane of the screen, select one of the following categories: • Timeline: View files that are grouped by date. • Favourite folders: View shortcuts to folders. • Folders: View files stored in the internal memory or a memory card, and shortcuts to FTP servers. • Categories: View files sorted by their types. • Apps: View files stored or created in specific applications. Select a category, and then select a file or folder to open it. 144 Utilities After selecting a category, tap , and then use one of the following options: • Select: Select files or folders. • Sort by: Sort files or folders. • Add to Favourite folders: Add a shortcut to the folder in Favourite folders. • Add shortcut to home: Add a shortcut to a file or folder to the Home screen. • Add FTP: Add an FTP server shortcut in Folders. • Scan for Nearby Devices: Search for devices that have media sharing activated. • Display options: Change the file display options. Tap → Select, select a file or folder, and then use one of the following functions: • : Send files to others or share them. • : Delete files or folders. • : Move files or folders to another folder. • : Copy files or folders to another folder. • → Rename: Rename a file or folder. • → Add to Favourite folders: Add a shortcut to the folder in Favourite folders. • → Add shortcut to home: Add a shortcut to a file or folder to the Home screen. • → Zip: Compress files or folders to create a zip file. • → Details: View file or folder details. Searching for a file Tap , and then enter search criteria. Viewing storage information Tap to view memory information for your device and memory card. Changing the view mode Tap to change the view mode. 145 Utilities Creating folders Tap , enter a name for the folder, and then tap OK. Adding shortcuts to folders Add a shortcut to frequently-used folders in Favourite folders. Select a folder and tap → Add to Favourite folders. Adding FTP server shortcuts to the device Add an FTP server shortcut in Folders. Tap → Add FTP, enter details for the FTP server, and then tap Done. Downloads Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications. Tap Downloads on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a file to open it with an appropriate application. To sort the files by title, tap → By name. To sort the files by date, tap → By date. To sort the files by size, tap → By size. To clear the history, tap → Clear list. 146 Utilities Evernote Use this application to create, synchronise, and share multimedia notes. You can add tags to the notes, or sort the notes into a notebook so that you can manage your ideas efficiently. Tap Evernote on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. KNOX Use this application to separate personal and work data and to access enterprise applications securely from your device. Tap KNOX on the Applications screen. To start KNOX, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • To secure your data, KNOX and associated data are deleted when the password is entered incorrectly several times. • You may incur additional charges when downloading this application via the mobile network. To avoid additional charges, contact your service provider. 147 Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword. Once the location is found, select a location to view the detailed information. Refer to the help for more information. Getting directions for a destination Tap to set starting and ending locations, and then select a travel method. The device shows the routes to get to the destination. 148 Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap . • 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. • Help: Access help information for Wi-Fi. Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → → Advanced → Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep. When the screen is turned off, the device automatically turns off Wi-Fi connections. When this happens, the device automatically accesses data networks if it is set to use them. This may incur data transfer fees. To avoid data-usage bills, set this option to Always. 149 Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. To use more options, tap . • Visibility timeout: Set duration that the device is visible. • Received files: View received files via the Bluetooth feature. • Help: Access help information for Bluetooth. Tethering and portable hotspot • Portable Wi-Fi hotspot: Use the portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share the device’s mobile network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network. • USB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer. • Bluetooth tethering: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth. 150 Settings Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Network booster Set the device to download files via both Wi-Fi and mobile networks at the same time. • Set minimum file size: Select a minimum size for files to download using this feature. • Mobile data usage pop-ups: Set the device to display a pop-up window before downloading files via the mobile network. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation. • Mobile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. • Data usage cycle: Enter monthly reset date to monitor your data usage. To use more options, tap . • Data roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • Restrict background data: Set the device to disable sync in the background while using a mobile network. • Auto sync data: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. You can select what information to sync for each account in Settings → General → Accounts. • Show Wi-Fi usage: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi. • Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi hotspots to prevent applications that are running in the background from using them. 151 Settings Location Change settings for location information permissions. • Mode: Select a method to collect your location data. • My places: Set up profiles that will be used for specific locations when you use GPS, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth features to find your current location. More networks Customise settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Default SMS app Select the default application to use for messaging. Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files via Wi-Fi or cloud services. Mobile networks • Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. • Data roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). • Network mode: Select a network type. • Network operators: Search for available networks and select a network for roaming. VPN Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). Ethernet • Ethernet: Activate the Ethernet feature to connect to a local area network or the Internet. • Configure Ethernet device: Configure network settings for Ethernet devices. 152 Settings Nearby devices • Device name: View the device name. • Shared contents: Set the device to share your content with other devices. • Allowed devices list: View the list of devices that can access your device. • Not-allowed devices list: View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your device. • Download to: Select a memory location for saving media files. • Upload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices. Screen Mirroring Activate the screen mirroring feature and share your display with others. Device Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • Vibration intensity: Adjust the force of the vibration notification. • Ringtones: Add or select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. • Vibrations: Add or select a vibration pattern. • Default notification sound: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and missed calls. • Vibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. • Dialling keypad tone: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad. • Touch sounds: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the touch screen. 153 Settings • Screen lock sound: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen. • Haptic feedback: Set the device to vibrate when touching keys. • Pen attach/detach sound: Set the device to emit a sound when the S Pen is inserted or pulled out from the slot. • Samsung applications: Change the notification settings for each application. • Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • Key-tap vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices. Some devices may not support the surround sound setting. • Adapt Sound: Personalise the sound for the ear you use most during calls or while listening to music. Display Change the settings for the display. • Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. • Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. • Touch key light duration: Set the duration for the touch button backlight. • Screen mode: – – Adapt display: Use this mode for optimising the display according to the display settings. – – Dynamic: Use this mode to make the display tone more vivid. – – Standard: Use this mode for normal surroundings. – – Movie: Use this mode for dim surroundings, such as in a dark room. • Reading mode: Select which applications will use reading mode. In reading mode, the device helps protect your eyes when reading at night. • Daydream: Set the device to launch a screensaver when your device is charging. • Display battery percentage: Set the device to display the remaining battery life. • Edit after screen capture: Set to edit the screenshot after capturing it. 154 Settings Multi window Activate the Multi Window feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time. • Open in multi window view: Set the device to activate the Multi Window feature when you open files from My Files or Video. Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. • Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected. • Lock screen card: Set the device to display cards on the locked screen that show the current weather, news updates, your schedule, and more. Change the settings for the cards. • Clock widget options: Configure settings for the clock widget. – – Dual clock: Set the device to show the dual clock. – – Clock size: Change the size of the clock. – – Show date: Set the device to show the date with the clock. • Shortcuts: Set the device to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Personal message: Set the device to show a personal message on the locked screen. – – Edit personal information: Edit the personal message. • Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock. • Unlock effect: Select an effect when you unlock the screen. • Ink effect: Change the colour for the ink effect. • Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the screen is locked. • Action Memo on lock screen: Set the device to launch Action Memo when you doubletap the locked screen with the S Pen button pressed. • Help text: Set the device to show the help text on the locked screen. 155 Settings Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings. • Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen. • Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen. • Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen. Font Change the settings for the font. • Font style: Change the font type for display text. • Font size: Change the font size. Notification panel Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel. • Brightness and volume: Set the device to display the brightness and volume adjustment bars on the notifications panel. • Recommended apps: Set the device to display a list of recommended applications on the notifications panel based on your actions, such as connecting a headset to the device. • Set the quick setting buttons: Rearrange the quick setting buttons displayed on the notifications panel. 156 Settings Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alert the following settings to improve accessibility to the device. • Auto rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. • Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. • Speak passwords: Set the device to read aloud passwords you enter with TalkBack. • Answering/ending calls: – – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button. – – Voice control: Set the device to answer or reject a call with voice commands. – – The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power button. • Easy touch mode: Set this to control incoming calls or notifications by tapping the button instead of dragging it. • Show shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility or TalkBack on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button. • Manage accessibility: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with other devices. – – Export: Export the current accessibility settings as a file. – – Update: Import the current accessibility settings as a file. – – Share via: Send the accessibility settings file to others. • TalkBack: Activate TalkBack, which provides voice feedback. • Font size: Change the font size. • Magnification gestures: Set the device to zoom in and out with finger gestures. • Negative colours: Reverse the display colours to improve visibility. • Colour adjustment: Adjust the colour scheme for the screen when the device determines that you are colour blind or having difficulty reading content. 157 Settings • Notification reminder: Set the device to alert you when you have missed notifications and set an interval for repeating the alert. • Accessibility shortcut: Set the device to activate TalkBack when you press and hold the Power button, and then tap and hold the screen with two fingers. • Text-to-speech options: – – Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap . – – Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. – – Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. – – Default language status: View the status of the default language for the text-tospeech feature. • Sound balance: Adjust the sound balance when using a dual headset. • Mono audio: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud. • Turn off all sounds: Mute all device sounds. • Flash notification: Set the flash to blink when you have incoming calls, new messages, or notifications. • Google subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Google and to change the closed caption settings. • Samsung Subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Samsung and to change the closed caption settings. • Assistant menu: Set the device to show the assistive shortcut icon that helps you access functions supported by external buttons or features on the notifications panel. You can also edit the menu on the shortcut icon. – – Dominant hand: Select the left or right hand for easy assistant menu use. – – Edit: Customise the items that appear on the assistant menu. • Tap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen. • Interaction control: Activate interaction control mode to restrict the reaction of the device for inputs in an application. 158 Settings Call Customise the settings for calling features. Call settings • Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone numbers to the reject list. • Set up call reject messages: Add or edit the message sent when you reject a call. • Answering/ending calls: – – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button. – – Voice control: Set the device to answer or reject a call with voice commands. – – The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power button. • Call alerts: – – Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call. – – Call end vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party ends a call. – – Call connect tone: Activate or deactivate the call connection tone. – – Minute minder: Activate or deactivate the minute minder tone. – – Call end tone: Activate or deactivate the call disconnection tone. – – Alerts during calls: Set the device to alert you to events during a call. • Call accessories: – – Automatic answering: Set the device to answer a call automatically after a specified period (available only when a headset is connected). – – Automatic answering timer: Set the length of time the device waits before answering a call. – – Outgoing call conditions: Set the device to allow outgoing calls with a Bluetooth headset, even when your device is locked. – – Outgoing call type: Select the type of outgoing calls to make when you use a Bluetooth headset. 159 Settings • Additional 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 insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically before a phone number. – – Call barring: Block incoming or outgoing calls. – – Call waiting: Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress. – – Auto redial: Activate auto redial for calls that were not connected or that were cut off. – – Fixed Dialling Numbers: Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to numbers in the FDN list. Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card. Ringtone and sound settings • Ringtones and keypad tones: – – Ringtones: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. – – Vibrations: Add or select a vibration pattern. – – Vibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. – – Dialling keypad tone: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad. • Increase volume in pocket: Set the device to raise the ringtone volume when the device is in an enclosed, such as a bag or pocket. Video call settings • Video call image: Select an image to be shown to the other party. • Own video in received call: Set whether to show your live image or a preset image to the other party. • Use call fail options: Choose to try a voice call when a video call fails to connect. 160 Settings Voicemail • Voicemail service: Select or set your voicemail service provider. • Voicemail settings: Enter the number to access the voicemail service. Obtain this number from the service provider. • Sound: Select a ringtone to alert you to new voicemails. • Vibrate: Set the device to vibrate when voicemails are received. Internet call settings • Accounts: Set the device to accept IP calls and set up your accounts for IP call services. • Use Internet calling: Set whether to use IP call services for all calls or only for IP calls. Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode. Controls Language and input Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language. Language Select a display language for all menus and applications. Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. 161 Settings Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap . The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • Select input languages: Select languages for text input. • Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and show word suggestions. You can also customise the word prediction settings. • Auto replacement: Set the device to correct misspelled and incomplete words by tapping the space bar or punctuation mark. • Auto capitalisation: Set the device to automatically capitalise the first character after a final punctuation mark, such as a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark. • Auto spacing: Set the device to automatically insert a space between words. • Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar. • None: Set the device to deactivate the keyboard swipe feature. • Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard. • Cursor control: Enable the smart keyboard navigation feature to move the cursor by scrolling the keyboard. • Sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • Vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. • Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • Pen detection: Set the device to open the handwriting panel when the field is tapped with the S Pen. • Help: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. • Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings. 162 Settings Google voice typing To change the voice input settings, tap . • Choose input languages: Select input languages for text input. • Block offensive words: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive words in voice inputs. • Offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input. Handwriting recognition Select a language of handwriting recognition. Voice recogniser Select a voice recognition engine. This feature appears once you use a voice recognition application. Voice search For Samsung voice recognition, use the following options: • Language: Select a language for the voice recognition. • Open via the home key: Set the device to launch S Voice by tapping the Home button twice. • Use location data: Set the device to use location information for voice search results. • Hide offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results. • About: View version information. • Show body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message received while in hands-free mode. • Wake up command: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice. 163 Settings • Check missed events: Set the device to check missed calls, messages, or events when S Voice is launched by pressing the headset button. • Home address: Enter your home address to use location information with the voice command feature. • Log in to Facebook: Enter your Facebook account information to use Facebook with S Voice. • Log in to Twitter: Enter your Twitter account information to use Twitter with S Voice. For Google voice recognition, use the following options: • Language: Select a language for the voice recognition. • Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current action. • Block offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results. • Offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input. • Bluetooth headset: Set the device to allow a voice search with a Bluetooth headset, when one is connected to the device. Text-to-speech options • Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap . • Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. • Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. • Default language status: View the status of the default language for the text-to-speech feature. Mouseover Activate the Mouseover feature to perform various functions while the pointer of the mouse or trackpad connected to your device is moving over the screen. • Preview and icon labels: Set the device to display a preview of the content or pop-up information when the pointer points at an item. • List scrolling: Set the device to scroll through lists by moving the pointer to an edge of the screen. 164 Settings Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Voice control Set the device to recognise voice commands for controlling your device. You can select the features to control with voice commands. If Vibrate when ringing is activated, the device will not be able to recognise voice commands when a call comes in. S Pen Change the settings for using the S Pen. • Disable pen detection: Set the screen not to respond when inserting or removing the S Pen. • Pointer: Set the device to display the S Pen pointer when hovering the S Pen over the screen. • Direct pen input: Set the device to launch the handwriting pad when hovering the S Pen over a text input field. • Air view: Set the device to activate the air view feature to preview content or view information in a pop-up window when you point at an item with the S Pen. – – Information preview: View information in a pop-up window by pointing at items with the S Pen. – – Progress preview: While playing music or videos, preview a scene or view the elapsed time by pointing at the progress bar with the S Pen. – – Speed dial preview: View contact information of speed dial numbers in a pop-up window by pointing at a speed dial number with your finger. – – Icon labels: View simple information for an item in a pop-up window by pointing at the item with the S Pen. – – List scrolling: While viewing emails or webpages, hold the S Pen over the edge of the screen to scroll through the page. 165 Settings • Air command: Set the device to activate the air command feature to perform various actions with the S Pen button pressed. • Sound and haptic feedback: Set the device to sound and vibrate when hovering over files, subjects, or options. • Pen detachment options: Set the device to launch Action Memo or display air command when the S Pen is pulled out from the slot. • Pen attach/detach sound: Set the device to emit a sound when the S Pen is inserted or pulled out from the slot. • Attach/detach vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the S Pen is inserted or pulled out from the slot. Motions Activate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device. • Smart alert: Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new messages when you pick up the device. • Zoom: Set the device to zoom in or out while viewing images in Gallery or browsing webpages, when you tap and hold two points with your fingers and then tilt the device back and forth. • Browse an image: Set the device to scroll through an image by moving the device in any direction when the image is zoomed in. Palm motion Activate the palm motion feature to control the device by touching the screen. • Capture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the screen. • Mute/Pause: Set the device to pause media playback when you touch the screen with your palm. 166 Settings Smart screen • Smart stay: Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display. • Smart rotation: Set the interface not to rotate according to the orientation of your face. • Smart pause: Set the device to pause video playback when you look away from the screen. General Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. • Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. • Automatic restore: Set the device to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device. • Factory data reset: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data. 167 Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset. • Automatic date and time: Automatically update the time and date when moving across time zones. • Set date: Set the current date manually. • Set time: Set the current time manually. • Automatic time zone: Set the device to receive time zone information from the network when you move across time zones. • Select time zone: Set the home time zone. • Use 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format. • Select date format: Select a date format. Accessory Change the accessory settings. • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices. Some devices may not support the surround sound setting. • Automatic unlock: Set the device to unlock automatically when the cover is flipped open. • Daynote: Set the device to display a daily note showing date, time, weather, and events when you open the cover. • Unit: Select the default unit of temperature when displaying weather information in Daynote. 168 Settings Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Default applications Select a default setting for using applications. • Home: Select a default Home screen mode. • Message: Select the default application to use for messaging. Users Set up and manage user profiles for personalised settings. Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. • Screen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. • Turn off haptic feedback: Set the device to turn off the vibration when touching keys. • Learn about Power saving: Discover how to reduce battery consumption. Storage View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card. 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 applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device. 169 Settings Security Change settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card. • Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the device. You must enter the password each time you turn on the device. Charge the battery before enabling this setting because it may take more than an hour to encrypt your data. • Encrypt external SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card. If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before resetting the device. • 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. – – Use wireless networks: Set the device to allow location data collection or to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi or mobile network. • SIM Change Alert: Activate or deactivate the Find my mobile feature which helps locate the device when lost or stolen. • Go to the find my mobile webpage: Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device on the Find my mobile website. • Set up SIM card lock: – – Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device. – – Change SIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data. • Make passwords visible: Set the device to display passwords as they are entered. • Device administrators: View device administrators installed on the device. You can allow device administrators to apply new policies to the device. 170 Settings • Unknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store. • Verify apps: Set the device to allow Google to check applications for harmful behaviour before installing them. • Change security level: Set the level for actions under security policy. • Security policy updates: – – Automatic updates: Set the device to check and download security updates automatically. – – Preferred networks: Select a network connection option to check and download security updates automatically. – – Check for updates: Check for security updates. • Send security reports: Set the device to send security reports automatically when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Storage type: Set a storage type for credential files. • Trusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications. • Install from device storage: Install encrypted certificates from the location or service they are stored in. • Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password. About device Access device information, edit the device name, or update device software. Google Settings Use this application to configure settings for some features provided by Google. Tap Google Settings on the Applications screen. 171 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. • PIN: When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu. • PUK: Your SIM or USIM card is blocked, usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times. You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider. • PIN2: When you access a menu requiring the PIN2, you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. For details, contact your service provider. Your device displays network or service error messages • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. While moving, error messages may appear repeatedly. • You cannot access some options without a subscription. Contact your service provider for more details. Your device does not turn on • When the battery is completely discharged, your device will not turn on. Charge the battery completely before turning on the device. • The battery may not be inserted properly. Insert the battery again. • Wipe both gold-coloured contacts and insert the battery again. 172 Troubleshooting The touch screen responds slowly or improperly • If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the touch screen may not function properly. • If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touch screen, or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touch screen may malfunction. • The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. • 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 applications or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for more than 7 seconds to reboot. If this does not solve the problem, perform a factory data reset. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Backup and reset → Factory data reset → Reset device → Erase everything. Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Calls are not connected • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number. Others cannot hear you speaking on a call • Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone. • Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth. • If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected. 173 Troubleshooting Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area. A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio quality is poor • Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. You may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider’s base station. Move to another area and try again. • When using the device while moving, wireless network services may be disabled due to issues with the service provider’s network. 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. Wipe both gold-coloured contacts and try charging the battery again. • The batteries in some devices are not user-replaceable. To have the battery replaced, visit a Samsung Service Centre. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased • When you expose the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful charge may be reduced. • Battery consumption increases when you use messaging features or some applications, such as games or the Internet. • The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time. 174 Troubleshooting Your device is hot to the touch When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended period of time, your device may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following: • Charge the battery or replace it with a battery that is fully charged. • 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 application 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. • If you take photos in dark areas, at night, or indoors, image noise may occur or images may be out of focus. Error messages appear when opening multimedia files If you receive error messages or files do not play, when opening multimedia files on your device, try the following: • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected. If the file is DRM-protected, ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file. • Ensure that your device supports the file type. 175 Troubleshooting • Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly. • Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network service provider or providers of additional services. Some content circulated on the Internet, such as ringtones, videos, or wallpapers, may not work properly. Another Bluetooth device is not located • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device. • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect to. • Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer • Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device. • Ensure that you have the proper driver installed and updated on your computer. • 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. Set the device to use Wi-Fi or a mobile network to find your current location in these situations. 176 Troubleshooting Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device. A small gap appears around the outside of the device case • This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur. • Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly. 177 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (EU). 02/2014. Rev.1.0