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GT-I8580
User Manual
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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.
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•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.
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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 © 2013 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.
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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 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.
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Table of Contents
Getting started
7Device layout
8Buttons
9Package contents
9Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery
12 Charging the battery
15 Inserting a memory card
17Turning the device on and off
17Holding the device
18Locking and unlocking the device
18Adjusting the volume
18Switching to silent mode
19Setting TalkBack
20Using the touch screen with Explore by touch
Basics
22Indicator icons
23Using the touch screen
26Control motions
28Palm motions
29Notifications
30Home screen
32Locked screen
33Using applications
34Applications screen
35Help
36 Entering text
38Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
39Setting up accounts
40Transferring files
41Securing the device
43 Upgrading the device
Communication
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Phone |
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Contacts |
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55Email
56Google Mail
58Hangouts
58Google+
59Photos
59ChatON
Web & network
60Internet
61Chrome
62Bluetooth
63Screen Mirroring
64Group Play
66NFC
67S Beam
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Media
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Music |
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Camera |
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Gallery |
79Video
80YouTube
81Radio
Application & media stores
83Play Store
84Samsung Apps
84Play Books
85Play Movies
85Play Music
85Play Magazines
85Play Games
Utilities
86Memo
87S Planner
89Dropbox
90Cloud
91Clock
93Calculator
93S Translator
94Voice Recorder
96S Voice
97Google
97Voice Search
98My Files
99Downloads
100Optical Scan
100VOICEYE
101Light Sensing
Travel & local
102Maps
102Local
103Navigation
Settings
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Connections |
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My device |
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Accounts |
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More |
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Google Settings |
Troubleshooting
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Device layout
Proximity sensor
Earpiece
Front camera
Voice recording button
Touch screen |
Power button |
Home button |
Menu button |
Microphone |
Camera button Back button
Multipurpose jack
GPS antenna |
Headset jack |
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•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.
•When the ultrasonic cover is attached, the reception or audio quality during a call may be affected and the battery will discharge more quickly.
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Press and hold to launch Camera. |
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Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
•Device
•Battery
•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.
Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery.
Only microSIM cards work with the device.
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1 Remove the back cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
2 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
• Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna.
•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.
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3 Insert the battery.
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Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery
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Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery.
3 Pull out the SIM or USIM card.
Charging the battery
Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
•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.
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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.
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After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device.
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 |
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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.
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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.
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•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.
Remove the back cover.
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
3 Replace the back cover.
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Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap
Apps →Settings →More →Storage →Unmount SD card.
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Remove the back cover.
Pull out the memory card.
Replace the back cover.
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 Apps →Settings →More →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.
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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.
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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 and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.
Adjusting the volume
Press the Volume button up or down 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 down 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.
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Setting TalkBack
This device features TalkBack, which is especially designed for the visually impaired. With TalkBack, the device can read aloud information, such as messages and notifications, and provide voice feedback about your selections. Turn on TalkBack and the Explore by touch feature.
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Palm motion, or Assistant menu.
On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →My device →Accessibility →TalkBack.
Drag the TalkBack switch to the right, and then tap OK when the pop-up window appears.
3 Tap OK when the pop-up window that asks you to turn on Explore by touch appears.
If the pop-up window does not appear, on the TalkBack screen, tap Settings →Explore by touch.
Alternatively, press and hold the Power button until the device vibrates. Then, tap and hold the screen with two fingers until you hear the confirmation.
Setting the TalkBack shortcut
Set the device to activate or deactivate TalkBack when you press the Home button three times.
On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →My device →Accessibility →Direct access →TalkBack.
Showing the Accessibility shortcut
Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the Power button.
On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →My device →Accessibility →Show shortcut.
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Using the touch screen with Explore by touch
With the Explore by touch feature, you can use the touch screen by touching and listening.
Selecting an item
When you drag your finger around the screen, the device reads content or the name of the item under your finger. Alternatively, flick your finger to the left or right on the screen to move to the previous or next item. Tap the screen twice to select an item.
When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, tap once to select an item.
Scrolling through panels or lists
To scroll through the Home or Applications screen, use two fingers to drag the screen to the left or right. To scroll through a long list, use two fingers to drag the screen up or down. Alternatively, use one finger to drag the screen to the right and then to back to the left in a Z
pattern to move to the next part of the list. Drag one finger in the opposite direction to move to the previous part of the list.
When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, drag with one finger.
Adjusting the seek control
With the seek control, you can adjust the intensity of some options, such as volume or brightness, by moving a button horizontally along a bar. First, select the control by dragging the screen with one finger. Then, use two fingers to drag the seek control to the left or right to adjust the option.
When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, drag with one finger.
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Reading content in small units
By default, the device reads an entire section of text at once. You can set the device to read text in smaller units, such as words or individual characters. Select some text to read in units. Drag the screen upwards and then to the right without releasing your finger. Then, tap and hold the centre of the screen and then drag it in any direction to hear available options. When you hear the desired option, release your finger to select it. To read text in the next block, drag the screen downwards or to the right. To read text in the previous block, drag the screen upwards or to the left.
Using the notifications panel
The notifications panel appears at the top of the touch screen, approximately 1 cm from the top edge of the device. Use two fingers to drag downwards from the top of the screen and open the notifications panel. Select and set options or check notifications. To close the notifications panel and return to the previous screen, press the Back button.
When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, drag with one finger.
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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
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
GPS activated
Call in progress
Missed call
Synced with the web
Connected to computer
No SIM or USIM card
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Mute mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
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Using the touch screen
Use only fingers 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.
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.
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Tapping and holding
Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
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.
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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.
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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
Apps →Settings →My device →Motions and gestures →Motion, and then drag the
Motion 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. The calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.
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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.
Turning over
Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker).
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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 Apps →Settings →My device →Motions and gestures →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.
Covering
Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.
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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.
•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 →My device →Blocking mode.
•Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.
•Screen Mirroring: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature.
•Wi-Fi hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.
•S Beam: Activate or deactivate the S Beam feature.
•NFC: Activate or deactivate the NFC feature.
•Hands-free mode: Activate or deactivate hands-free mode.
•Smart stay: Activate or deactivate the smart stay 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 
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, tap and hold an item, and then drag the item to another location.
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Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others.
The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right.
Changing the Home screen mode
The Home screen has standard and easy modes. In easy mode, you can easily access your favourite contacts, applications, and settings by adding shortcuts to the Home screen.
To switch to easy mode, on the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →My device →Home screen mode →Easy mode →Apply.
Rearranging items
Adding an application icon
On the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel preview.
Adding an item
Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels.
Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories:
•Apps and widgets: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen.
•Folder: Create a new folder.
•Page: Add a new panel to the Home screen.
Moving an item
Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
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