Samsung GT-I5503T, GALAXY 5 GT-I5503T User Manual
Some of the contents in this manual may dier from your device depending on the software of the device or your service
provider.
To install Kies (PC Sync)
Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website 1.
(www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC.
Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC.2.
Select 3. KIES
Refer to the Kies help for more information.
www.samsung.com
→
OK.
Printed in Korea
English (TNZ). 06/2011. Rev. 1.1
GH68-29259B
GT-I5503T
user manual
Using this manual
Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device.
This device will provide you with high quality mobile
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.
Read me rst
Please read all safety precautions and this manual •
carefully before using your device to ensure safe and
proper use.
The descriptions in this manual are based on the default
•
settings of your device.
Images and screenshots used in this user manual may
•
dier in appearance from the actual product.
Using this manual
2
Content in this user manual may dier from the product,
•
or from software provided by service providers or
carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice.
Refer to www.samsung.com for the latest version of the
user manual.
Available features and additional services may vary by
•
device, software, or service provider.
Formatting and delivery of this user manual is based
•
on Google Android operating systems and may vary
depending on the user’s operating system.
Applications and their functions may vary by country,
•
region, or hardware specications. Samsung is not
liable for performance issues caused by third-party
applications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or
•
incompatibilities caused by user editing of registry
settings.
You may upgrade your mobile device’s software by
•
accessing www.samsung.com.
Sound sources, wallpapers, and images provided in this •
device are licenced for limited use between Samsung
and their respective owners. Extracting and using
these materials for commercial or other purposes is an
infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for
such copyright infringement by the user.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
•
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
Messaging, followed by New message)
Square brackets—device keys; for example:
[ ]
[
] (represents the Power/End key)
→
New message (represents
Using this manual
3
Copyright
Copyright © 2011 Samsung Electronics
This user manual is protected under international
copyright laws.
No part of this user manual 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.
Trademarks
SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered •
trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
The Android logo, Google Search
•
Google Mail
Google Talk
Using this manual
4
, YouTube™, Android Market™, and
™
are trademarks of Google, Inc.
™
Google Maps™,
™,
Bluetooth•
SIG, Inc. worldwide.
Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and/
•
or its aliates. Other names may be trademarks of their
respective owners.
• and are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. CS
Headphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporated
under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.
Wi-Fi
•
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of
•
their respective owners.
is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth
®
, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are
®
Contents
Assembling ............................................. 9
Unpack .................................................................. 9
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 9
Charge the battery ........................................... 11
Insert a memory card ....................................... 13
Attach a hand strap .......................................... 16
Getting started ..................................... 17
Turn your device on and o ........................... 17
Get to know your device ................................. 17
Use the touch screen ........................................ 21
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys .. 22
Get to know the idle screen ........................... 22
Access applications .......................................... 24
Customise your device .................................... 26
Enter text ............................................................ 30
Download applications from Android
Market ................................................................. 33
Download les from the web ........................ 34
Synchronise data .............................................. 35
Communication ................................... 37
Calling .................................................................. 37
Contents
5
Messaging .......................................................... 41
Google Mail ........................................................ 44
Email .................................................................... 45
Talk ....................................................................... 48
Social Hub ........................................................... 49
Entertainment ...................................... 50
Camera ................................................................ 50
Gallery ................................................................. 57
Music .................................................................... 59
FM Radio ............................................................. 63
Personal information .......................... 66
Contacts .............................................................. 66
Contents
6
Calendar .............................................................. 70
Memo ................................................................... 71
Web ........................................................ 73
Y!X TWorld .......................................................... 73
Layar .................................................................... 76
Maps .................................................................... 76
Latitude ............................................................... 79
Places ................................................................... 80
Navigation .......................................................... 80
Google Search ................................................... 81
News & Weather ................................................ 81
Your Telecom ...................................................... 82
YouTube .............................................................. 82
Samsung Apps .................................................. 84
Market ................................................................. 85
Connectivity ......................................... 86
Bluetooth ............................................................ 86
Wi-Fi ..................................................................... 88
AllShare ............................................................... 89
Mobile network sharing .................................. 91
PC connections .................................................. 93
VPN connections ............................................... 94
Tools ....................................................... 96
Clock .................................................................... 96
Calculator ............................................................ 97
My Files ................................................................ 97
Write and Go ...................................................... 98
Task Manager ..................................................... 98
Voice Search ....................................................... 99
Settings ................................................ 100
Access the Settings menu ............................ 100
Wireless & networks ...................................... 100
Call settings ..................................................... 102
Sound ............................................................... 103
Display .............................................................. 103
Location & security ........................................ 104
Contents
7
Applications .................................................... 105
Accounts & sync ............................................. 106
Privacy .............................................................. 106
SD card & phone storage ............................. 106
Search ............................................................... 107
Language & keyboard .................................. 107
Voice input & output ..................................... 109
Accessibility ..................................................... 110
Date & time ...................................................... 110
About phone ................................................... 110
Troubleshooting ................................ 111
Safety precautions ............................. 117
Contents
8
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.
Accessories other than the supplied ones may not
•
be compatible with 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.
Assembling
9
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,
If the device is on, press and hold [
1
Power o to turn it o.
Remove the back cover.
2
Be careful not to damage your ngernails when you
remove the back cover.
Assembling
10
] and select
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured
3
contacts facing down.
If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can only
use your device’s non-network services and some
menus.
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
If the battery level becomes too low, the device will
automatically power o. Recharge your battery to
continue using your device.
will also be empty and blinking.
Assembling
11
Charge with a travel adapter
›
Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
1
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
2
multifunction jack.
Connecting the travel adapter improperly may
cause serious damage to the device. Any damage
caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Assembling
12
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 the device is charging, the touch screen may
•
not function due to an unstable power supply. If
this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the
device.
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.
To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not
in use. The travel adapter does not have a power
switch, so you must unplug the travel adapter from
the outlet to interrupt the power supply. The travel
adapter should remain close to the socket when
in use.
Charge with a PC data cable
›
Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
1
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
To store additional multimedia les, you must insert
a memory card. Your device accepts microSD
microSDHC
of 32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and
type).
memory cards with maximum capacities
™
or
™
Assembling
13
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.
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 lifespan of memory cards.
Assembling
14
Remove the back cover.
1
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts
2
facing down.
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
2
3
4
5
6
→
storage
Remove the back cover.
Push the memory card gently until it disengages from
the device.
Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
Remove the memory card.
Replace the back cover.
Unmount SD card → OK.
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.
→ Settings → SD card & phone
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
→
storage
Format SD card.
Unmount 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.
→ Settings → SD card & phone
→
OK → Format SD card →
Assembling
15
Attach a hand strap
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
Assembling
16
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.
To turn o your device, press and hold [
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.
] and select
Get to know your device
Device layout
›
Volume key
Conrm key
Multifunction
jack
Menu/Home key
Dial key
Earpiece
Touch screen
4-way navigation
key
Back/Google
Search Key
Power/End key
Mouthpiece
Getting started
17
Headset jack
Getting started
18
Speaker
Camera
Back cover
Internal antenna
Keys
›
Key Function
Press [
options available on the current
Menu/Home
4-way
navigation
Conrm Conrm your input.
Back/Google
Search
Dial
screen; Press [
the idle screen; Press and hold
[
] to open the list of recent
applications.
Scroll through applications or
menu options.
Press [
previous screen; Press [
access Google Search.
Make or answer a call; In Idle
mode, retrieve recently dialled,
missed, or received numbers.
] to open a list of
] to return to
] to return to the
] to
Key Function
Turn on the device (press and
Power/End
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
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
hold); End a call; Access the
quick menus (press and hold);
Lock the touch screen.
Icon Denition
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
Open WLANs available
WLAN connected
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Call in progress
Call diverting activated
Missed call
Speakerphone activated
Uploading data
Getting started
19
Icon Denition
Downloading data
Connected to PC
USB tethering activated
Wi-Fi tethering activated
Bluetooth activated
Bluetooth headset connected
GPS activated
Synchronised with the web
No SIM or USIM card
New text or multimedia message
New email message
Getting started
20
Icon Denition
New voice mail message
Alarm activated
Event notication
Silent mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Flight mode 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.
Getting started
21
•
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 except for the
Volume key.
You can also adjust the backlight time. From the
•
application list, select Settings → Display →
Screen timeout.
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 [
Volume key and drag
dot.
Getting started
22
]. To unlock, press any key except for the
to the right until it reaches the
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. You can add new panels to the idle screen.
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,
In Idle mode, press [
1
] → Add.
Select the item category
2
• /Android Widgets: Widgets are
Samsung Widgets
small applications that provide convenient functions
and information on your 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.
Move items on the idle screen
›
Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears
1
gre y.
Drag the item to the location you want.
2
→
an item:
Remove items from the idle screen
›
Tap and hold an item to remove.
1
The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen.
Drag the item to the trash bin.
2
When the item turns red, release the item.
3
Use shortcuts panel
›
In Idle mode, 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 notications, such as messages, calls, events or
processing status. To hide the list, drag the bottom of the
list up.
Wi-Fi
• : Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection
feature.
► p. 88
Bluetooth
• : Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless
connection feature.
► p. 86
Getting started
23
Silent
• : Activate or deactivate Silent mode.
Auto rotation
• : Activate or deactivate the auto rotation.
Available options may vary depending on your
region or service provider.
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
Add or remove panels by using the following features:
2
To add a new panel, select • . To remove a panel,
select
.
•
To change the order of the panels, tap and hold the
thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the location you
want.
When you are nished, press [
3
Getting started
24
] → Edit.
] → Save.
Access applications
To access your device’s applications,
In Idle mode, select
1
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
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.
to access the application list.
Press [4 ] to return to the previous screen; Press [ ]
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
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
Tap and hold an application.
2
→
Display → Auto-rotate screen.
] → Edit.
Drag the application to the location you want.
3
You can move an application icon to another main
menu screen.
Press [
4
›
2
] → Save.
Access recent applications
Press and hold [1 ] to open the list of applications you
have accessed recently.
Select an application to access.
Getting started
25
Use the task manager
›
Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than
one application at the same time. However, multitasking
may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or
additional power consumption. To avoid these problems,
end unnecessary programs using the task manager.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
26
→
Manager
The list of all the applications currently running on
your device appears.
To close an application, select
To close all active applications, select End all.
Active applications.
End.
Getting started
Task
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 & 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 → Audible selection.
Adjust the volume of the ringtones
›
In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down to adjust
the ringtone volume.
Switch to Silent mode
›
To mute or unmute your device, do one of the followings:
Press [
• ] or select
Press and hold [
• ] and select Silent mode.
Open the shortcuts panel and select
• Silent.
You can set the device to alert you to various events
in Silent mode. In Idle mode, open the application
list and select Settings
Always or Only in Silent mode. When you switch to
Silent mode,
→
Keypad, and tap and hold .
→
Sound → Vibrate →
will appear in place of .
Change your ringtone
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Sound → Phone ringtone.
Select a ringtone from the list and select
2
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.
OK.
Getting started
27
Activate animation for switching
›
windows
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Display → Animation → Some animations or All
animations.
Adjust the brightness of the display
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Display → Brightness.
Drag the slider
2
Select
3
The brightness level of the display will aect how
quickly the device consumes battery power.
Getting started
28
to adjust the level of brightness.
OK.
Set a screen lock
›
You can lock the touch screen with an unlock pattern or
password to prevent unauthorised people from using the
device without your permission.
Once you set a screen lock, your device will require •
an unlock code each time you turn it on or unlock
the touch screen.
If you forget your PIN or password, bring your
•
device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.
Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security
•
codes or private information or other damages
caused by illegal software.
Set an unlock pattern
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Location & security → Set up screen lock
→
Pattern.
See the on-screen instructions and example patterns
2
and select Next.
Draw a pattern by dragging your nger to connect at
3
least 4 dots.
Select
4
5
Set an unlock PIN code
1
2
3
Continue.
Draw a pattern again to conrm.
Select 6 Conrm.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Settings → Location & security → Set up screen lock
→
PIN.
Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select
Enter the PIN again and select
Continue.
OK.
Set an unlock password
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Location & security → Set up screen lock
→
Password.
Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select
2
Enter the password again and select
3
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 & security → Set up SIM card
→
lock
Lock SIM card.
Enter your PIN and select
2
OK.
OK.
OK.
Getting started
29
Loading...