Samsung Galaxy 3 User Manual
GT-I5800
user manual
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communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s
exceptional technology and high standards.
This user manual has been specially designed to guide you
through the functions and features of your device.
Please read this manual carefully before using your •
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Instructional icons
Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will
see in this manual:
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
Refer to—pages with related information; for
►
example: ► p.12 (represents “see page 12”)
→
Followed by—the order of options or menus
you must select to perform a step; for example:
In Idle mode, open the application list and
select Messaging →New message (represents
Messaging, followed by New message)
Square brackets—phone keys; for example:
[ ]
[ ] (represents the Power key)
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Contents
Assembling ............................................. 9
Unpack .................................................................. 9
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 9
Charge the battery ........................................... 11
Insert a memory card (optional) ................... 13
Attach a hand strap (optional) ...................... 16
Getting started ..................................... 17
Turn your device on and o ........................... 17
Get to know your device ................................. 17
Use the touch screen ........................................ 20
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys .. 22
Get to know the idle screen ........................... 22
Access applications .......................................... 24
Customise your device .................................... 25
Enter text ............................................................ 29
Download applications from Android
Market ................................................................. 31
Download les from the web ........................ 32
Synchronise data .............................................. 33
Search for information with Google
Search .................................................................. 34
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Communication ................................... 35
Calling .................................................................. 35
Messages ............................................................ 40
Google Mail ........................................................ 42
Email .................................................................... 44
Talk ....................................................................... 45
Entertainment ...................................... 47
Camera ................................................................ 47
Video Player ....................................................... 56
Gallery ................................................................. 57
Music Player ....................................................... 58
FM Radio ............................................................. 61
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Personal information .......................... 65
Contacts .............................................................. 65
Calendar .............................................................. 68
Memo ................................................................... 69
Voice Recorder ................................................... 70
Web ........................................................ 72
Internet ............................................................... 72
Layar .................................................................... 76
Maps .................................................................... 76
YouTube .............................................................. 78
Daily Brieng ..................................................... 80
Market ................................................................. 80
Samsung Apps .................................................. 80
Connectivity ......................................... 82
Bluetooth ............................................................ 82
Wi-Fi ..................................................................... 84
AllShare ............................................................... 85
PC connections .................................................. 88
Tools ....................................................... 91
Clock .................................................................... 91
Calculator ............................................................ 93
My Files ................................................................ 93
ThinkFree Oce ................................................ 94
Voice Dialler ....................................................... 96
Voice Search ....................................................... 96
Write and Go ...................................................... 97
Settings .................................................. 98
Access the Settings menu ............................... 98
Wireless and network ...................................... 98
Call settings ........................................................ 99
Sound and display ......................................... 100
Location and security ................................... 101
Applications .................................................... 103
Accounts and sync ......................................... 104
Privacy .............................................................. 104
SD card and phone storage ......................... 104
Search ............................................................... 104
Locale and text ............................................... 105
Accessibility ..................................................... 106
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Text-to-speech ................................................ 107
Date and time ................................................. 107
About phone ................................................... 107
Troubleshooting ................................ 108
Safety and usage information ......... 114
Index .................................................... 122
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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device•
Battery•
Travel adapter (charger)•
User manual•
Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or
illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions
that are not covered by your manufacturer's
warranty.
The items supplied with your device may vary •
depending on the software and accessories
available in your region or oered by your service
provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your •
local Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your •
device.
Install the SIM or USIM card and
battery
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive
a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription
details, such as your personal identication number (PIN)
and optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services,
you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module
(USIM) card.
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To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,
If the device is on, press and hold [1 ] and select Power
o to turn it o.
Remove the back cover.
2
Be careful not to damage your ngernails when you
remove the back cover.
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Insert the SIM or USIM card.
3
Place the SIM or USIM card into the device with •
the gold-coloured contacts facing up.
If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can •
only use your device’s non-network services and
some menus.
Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card •
slot.
Insert the battery.
4
Replace the back cover.
5
Charge the battery
Before using the device for the rst time, you must charge
the battery.
You can charge the device with the provided travel adapter
or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries
to explode or damage your device.
When your battery is low, the device will emit a
warning tone and display a low battery message.
The battery icon will also be empty and turn
red. If the battery level becomes too low, the device
will automatically power o. Recharge your battery
to continue using your device.
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Charge with the travel adapter
›
Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
1
the device.
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
2
multifunction jack.
Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause
serious damage to the device. Any damage caused
by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power
3
outlet.
You can use the device while it is charging, but it •
may take longer to fully charge the battery.
While charging, the device may heat up. This •
is normal and should not aect your device’s
lifespan or performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your •
device and the charger to a Samsung Service
Centre.
When the battery is fully charged, unplug the travel
4
adapter from the device and then from the power
outlet.
Do not remove the battery before removing the
travel adapter. Doing this may cause damage to the
device.
Charge with the PC data cable
›
Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
1
the device.
Plug one end (micro USB) of the PC data cable into the
2
multifunction jack.
Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port
3
on a PC.
Depending on the type of PC data cable you are
using, it may take some time before charging
begins.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is
4
no longer moving), unplug the PC data cable from the
device and then from the PC.
Insert a memory card (optional)
To store additional multimedia les, you must insert
a memory card. Your device accepts microSD™ or
microSDHC™ memory cards with maximum capacities
of 32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and
type).
Samsung uses approved industry standards for
memory cards, but some brands may not be fully
compatible with your device. Using an incompatible
memory card may damage your device or the
memory card and can corrupt data stored on the
card.
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Your device supports only the FAT le structure for •
memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with
a dierent le structure, your device will ask you to
reformat the memory card.
Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten •
the life span of memory cards.
When you insert a memory card in your device, •
the le directory of the memory card will appear
in the /sdcard folder.
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Remove the back cover.
1
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts
2
facing up.
Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it
3
locks in place.
Replace the back cover.
4
Remove the memory card
›
Before removing a memory card, rst unmount it for safe
removal.
In Idle mode, select 1 Applications → Settings → SD
card and phone storage → Unmount SD card.
Remove the back cover.
2
Push the memory card gently until it disengages from
3
the device.
Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
4
Remove the memory card.
5
Replace the back cover.
6
Do not remove a memory card while the device is
transferring or accessing information, as this could
result in loss of data or damage to the memory card
or device.
Format the memory card
›
Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause
incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory
card only on the device.
In Idle mode, select Applications → Settings → SD card
and phone storage → Format SD card → Format SD
card.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to
make backup copies of all important data stored on
your device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting user actions.
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Attach a hand strap (optional)
Remove the back cover.
1
Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over
2
the small projection.
Replace the back cover.
3
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Getting started
Turn your device on and o
To turn on your device, press and hold [ ]. Your device will
automatically connect to the cellular network.
If you turn on your device for the rst time, tap the Android
image on the screen and follow the on-screen instructions
to set up your device for its rst time.
To turn o your device, press and hold [ ] and the select
Power o.
Follow all posted warnings and directions from •
ocial personnel when in areas where the use of
wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes
and hospitals.
To use your device's non-network services only, •
switch to Flight mode. Press and hold [ ] and
select Flight mode.
Get to know your device
Device layout
›
Proximity sensor
Light sensor
Volume key
Home key
Menu key
Mouthpiece
Earpiece
Touch screen
Back key
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Multifunction jack
Headset jack
Internal antenna
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Power key
Camera lens
Back cover
Speaker
Keys
›
Key Function
Turn on the device (press and
Power
Menu
Home
Back Return to the previous screen.
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
hold); End a call; Access the quick
menus (press and hold); Lock the
touch screen.
Open a list of options available
on the current screen; Open the
Google Search bar (press and
hold).
Return to the idle screen; Open
the list of recent applications
(press and hold).
Indicator icons
›
Icons shown on the display may vary depending on
your region or service provider.
Icon Denition
No signal
Signal strength
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
Wi-Fi activated
Bluetooth activated
Bluetooth headset connected
Icon Denition
GPS activated
Voice call in progress
Call on hold
Speakerphone activated
Missed call
Synchronised with the web
Uploading data
Downloading data
Call diverting activated
Connected to PC
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Icon Denition
Memory card inserted
No SIM or USIM card
New text or multimedia message
New email message
New voice mail message
Alarm activated
Event notication
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Silent mode activated
Flight mode activated
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Icon Denition
Vibration activated
Music playback in progress
FM radio turned on in the background
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
10:00 AM
Current time
Use the touch screen
Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or
perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch
screen.
To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use •
sharp tools.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into •
contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic
discharges can cause the touch screen to
malfunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into •
contact with water. The touch screen may
malfunction in humid conditions or when
exposed to water.
For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the •
screen protection lm before using your device.
Your touch screen has a layer that detects small •
electrical charges emitted by the human body.
For best performance, tap the touch screen with
your ngertip. The touch screen will not react to
touches of sharp tools, such as a stylus or pen.
Control your touch screen with the following actions:
Tap: Tap once with your nger to select or launch a •
menu, option, or application.
Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 •
seconds to open a pop-up option list.
Scroll: Tap and drag your nger up, down, left, or right to •
move to items on lists.
Drag and drop: Tap and hold your nger on an item, and •
then drag your nger to move the item.
Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your nger to zoom •
in or out while viewing photos or web pages.
Your device turns o the touch screen when you •
do not use the device for a specied period. To
turn on the screen, press any key.
You can also adjust the backlight time. In Idle •
mode, open the application list and select
Settings → Sound and display → Screen
timeout.
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Lock or unlock the touch screen
and keys
You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any
unwanted device operations.
To lock, press [ ]. To unlock, turn on the screen by
pressing any key, and then ick the grey window with your
nger.
Get to know the idle screen
When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle
screen. From the idle screen, you can view your device’s
status and access applications.
The idle screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to
switch panels. You can also select a dot on the top of the
screen to move to the corresponding panel of the idle
screen directly.
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Add items to the idle screen
›
You can customise the idle screen by adding shortcuts to
applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders. To
add items to the idle screen,
Press [1 ] → Add or tap and hold the empty area on
the idle screen.
Select the item category
2
Samsung Widgets• : Add Samsung widgets to the
idle screen.
Android Widgets• : Add Android widgets to the idle
screen.
Shortcuts• : Add shortcuts to items, such as
applications, bookmarks, and contacts.
Folders• : Create a new folder or add folders for your
contacts.
Wallpapers• : Set a background image.
Available items may vary depending on the current
idle screen mode.
→
an item:
Move items on the idle screen
›
Tap and hold an item to move.
1
Drag the item to the location you want when the item
2
is magnied.
Remove items from the idle screen
›
Tap and hold an item to remove.
1
The item is magnied and the trash icon appears on
the application area, meaning that the application area
at the bottom of the idle screen changes to the trash.
Drag the item to the trash.
2
When the item and the trash turn red, release the item.
3
Use the shortcuts panel
›
In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the
indicator icons area and drag your nger down to open
the shortcuts panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless
connection features and access a list of a notications, such
as messages, calls, events or processing status. To hide the
list, drag the bottom of the list up.
From the shortcuts panel, you can use the following
options:
Wi-Fi• : Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection
feature. ► p. 84
Bluetooth• : Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless
connection feature. ► p. 82
GPS• : Activate or deactivate the GPS connection feature.
Vibration• : Activate or deactivate vibration mode.
Available options may vary depending on your
region or service provider.
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Add or remove panels to the idle screen
›
You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to
organise widgets according to your preferences and needs.
In Idle mode, press [1 ] → Edit.
Select 2 to add new panels or to remove a panel.
Press [3 ] → Save.
Access applications
To access your device’s applications,
In Idle mode, select 1 Applications to access the
application list.
Scroll left or right to another application screen.
2
You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to
move to the corresponding main menu screen directly.
Select an application.
3
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When you use applications provided by Google, •
you must have a Google account. If you do not
have a Google account, sign up for a Google
account.
You can add a shortcut to an application by •
tapping and holding the application icon from
the application list. You can move the icon to the
location you want on the idle screen.
Press [4 ] to return to the previous screen; Press the
Home key to return to the idle screen.
Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects
its orientation. If you rotate the device while using
some features, the interface will automatically
switch to landscape view. To set the interface
to keep the orientation when you rotate the
device, select Settings → Sound and display →
Orientation.
Organise applications
›
You can reorganise the applications in the application list
by changing their order or grouping them into categories
to suit your preferences and needs.
In the application list, press [1 ] → Edit.
Tap and hold an application.
2
Drag the application icon to the location you want.
3
You can move an application icon to another
main menu screen. You can also move most-used
applications next to Home.
Press [4 ] → Save.
Access recent applications
›
Press and hold the Home key to open the list of
1
applications you have accessed recently.
Select an application to access.
2
Customise your device
Get more from your device by customising it to match your
preferences.
Set the current time and date
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Date and time.
Set the time and date and change other options.
2
Turn on or o the touch tone
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Sound and display → Audible selection.
Adjust the volume of the ringtones
›
Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone
volume.
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Switch to the silent mode
›
To mute or unmute your device, do one of the followings:
In Idle mode, open the application list and select • Phone
→
Keypad, and tap and hold #.
In Idle mode, press and hold [• ] and select Silent mode.
Change your ringtone
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Sound and display → Phone ringtone.
Select a ringtone from the list and select 2 OK.
Activate animation for switching
›
windows
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Sound and display → Animation → Some animations
or All animations.
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Select a wallpaper for the idle screen
›
In Idle mode, press [1 ] →Wallpaper →an option.
Select an image.
2
Select 3 Save or Set wallpaper.
Samsung is not responsible for any use of default
images or wallpapers provided on your device.
Adjust the brightness of the display
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Sound and display → Brightness.
Drag the slider2 to adjust the level of brightness.
Select 3 OK.
The brightness level of the display will aect how
quickly the device consumes battery power.
Set an unlock pattern
›
You can set an unlock pattern to prevent unauthorised
people from using the device without your permission.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Location and security → Set unlock
pattern.
See the on-screen instructions and example patterns
2
and select Next (if necessary).
Draw a pattern by dragging your nger to connect at
3
least 4 dots.
Select 4 Continue.
Draw a pattern again to conrm.
5
Select 6 Conrm.
Once you set an unlock pattern, your device will •
require the pattern each time you turn it on or
unlock the touch screen. If you do not want the
device to require the pattern, clear the check
box next to Require pattern in Location and
security.
If you forget the unlock pattern, bring your device •
to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it.
Samsung is not responsible for any loss of •
passwords or private information or other
damages caused by illegal software.
Lock your SIM or USIM card
›
You can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied
with your SIM or USIM card.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Location and security → Set up SIM card
lock → Lock SIM card.
Enter your PIN and select 2 OK.
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Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each
time you turn on the device.
If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your •
SIM or USIM card will be blocked. You must enter
a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM
card.
If you block your SIM or USIM card by entering •
an incorrect PUK, bring the card to your service
provider to unblock it.
Activate the mobile tracker
›
When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your
device, the mobile tracker feature will automatically send
the contact number to specied recipients to help you
locate and recover your device.
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In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Location and security → Set mobile
tracker.
Enter an 8-digit mobile tracker password, enter it again
2
to conrm, and select OK.
Select a recipient eld and enter a phone number
3
including a country code (with +).
Enter a sender's name.
4
Enter a text message to be sent to the recipients.
5
Select
6
Save → Accept.
You can also control the lost device via the web. Visit
http://www.samsungdive.com to see the detailed
information for this feature.
Enter text
You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual
keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen.
You can enter text in some languages. To enter text,
you should change the writing language to one of
the supported languages. ►p. 105
Change the keyboard type
›
You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text
input eld and select Input method → a keyboard type
(Swype or Samsung keypad).
Enter text using the Swype keyboard
›
Select the rst character of a word and drag your nger
1
to the second character without releasing the nger
from the screen.
Continue until you have nished the word.
2
Release the nger on the last character. The word is
3
inserted into the text input eld.
Repeat steps 1-3 to complete your text.
4
Tap and hold each key to enter additional characters.
You can also use the following keys:
1
2
3
4
5
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Number Function
1
Change case.
Switch between ABC mode and Symbol/
2
Number mode.
3
Clear your input.
4
Start a new line.
5
Insert a space.
To hide the Swype keyboard, press [• ].
To view help information for using the Swype •
keyboard, select .
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Enter text using the Samsung keypad
›
Select 1 and select a text input method.
You can select one of key input methods (QWERTY or
traditional keypad) or handwriting input methods.
Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing
2
on the screen.
You can also use the following keys:
1
2
3
Number Function
1
Change case.
Switch between ABC mode and
2
Number/Symbol mode.
4
5
6
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