Samsung GT-I8150T User Manual

GT-I8150T

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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.

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Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual:

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→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 Settings →About phone (represents Settings, followed by

About phone)

[ ]	Square brackets—device keys; for example: [ ]
	(represents the Menu key)

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Contents
Assembling ..............................................................	10
Unpack .....................................................................................	10
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery .........................	10
Charge the battery ................................................................	12
Insert a memory card (optional) ........................................	15
Getting started .......................................................	18
Turn your device on and off ................................................	18
Get to know your device .....................................................	19
Use the touch screen ............................................................	23
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys ......................	24
Get to know the idle screen ................................................	24
Access applications ...............................................................	27
Customise your device .........................................................	29
Enter text .................................................................................	34
Download applications from Android Market ...............	39
Download files from the web .............................................	40
Synchronise data ...................................................................	40
Communication ......................................................	42
Calling ......................................................................................	42
Messaging ...............................................................................	48
Google Mail ............................................................................	51
Email .........................................................................................	53
Talk ............................................................................................	55
Social Hub ...............................................................................	56

Contents

Entertainment .........................................................	57
Camera .....................................................................................	57
Videos ......................................................................................	67
Gallery ......................................................................................	68
Photo editor ...........................................................................	70
Music ........................................................................................	72
Music Hub ...............................................................................	75
FM radio ...................................................................................	75
Personal information .............................................	79
Contacts ..................................................................................	79
Calendar ..................................................................................	83
Task ...........................................................................................	85
Memo .......................................................................................	86
Voice recorder ........................................................................	87
Web ...........................................................................	88
Internet ....................................................................................	88
Maps .........................................................................................	92
Latitude ...................................................................................	94
Places .......................................................................................	94
Navigation ..............................................................................	95
YouTube ...................................................................................	96
Samsung Apps .......................................................................	97
Market ......................................................................................	98
News & Weather ....................................................................	98
Skype on Vodafone ...............................................................	99
Updates .................................................................................	100
Vodafone ...............................................................................	100
Vodafone Apps ....................................................................	100
	Contents

Connectivity ..........................................................	101
Bluetooth ..............................................................................	101
Wi-Fi ........................................................................................	103
AllShare .................................................................................	105
Mobile network sharing ....................................................	108
GPS .........................................................................................	109
PC connections ....................................................................	110
VPN connections .................................................................	113
Tools ........................................................................	115
Clock .......................................................................................	115
Calculator ..............................................................................	118
Downloads ............................................................................	119
Google Search ......................................................................	119
Kies air ....................................................................................	119
Mini diary ..............................................................................	121
My files ...................................................................................	122
Polaris Office ........................................................................	122
SIM Toolkit ............................................................................	124
Task manager .......................................................................	125
Voice Search .........................................................................	125
Settings ..................................................................	126
Access the Settings menu .................................................	126
Wireless and network .........................................................	126
Call ..........................................................................................	128
Sound settings .....................................................................	130
Display ...................................................................................	130
Power saving mode ............................................................	131
Location and security .........................................................	132
Contents

Applications .........................................................................	133
Accounts and sync ..............................................................	134
Motion ...................................................................................	134
Privacy ...................................................................................	135
Storage ..................................................................................	135
Language and keyboard ...................................................	135
Voice input and output ......................................................	138
Accessibility ..........................................................................	139
Date and time ......................................................................	139
About phone ........................................................................	139
Troubleshooting ...................................................	140
Safety precautions ...............................................	146
Index .......................................................................	157

Contents

Assembling

Unpack

Check your product box for the following items: ●● Mobile device

●● Battery

●● Quick start guide

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 and available accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.

●● You can purchase 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 identification 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 the Power key and select Power off →OK to turn it off.

Remove the back cover.

Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.

3 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down.

The antenna is located below the memory card slot. Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna.

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Insert the battery.

Replace the back cover.

Charge the battery

Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery.

You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.

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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. If the battery level becomes too low, the device will automatically power off. Recharge your battery to continue using your device.

If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot turn on the device, even with the travel adapter connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before you try to turn on the device.

››Charge with a travel adapter

Open the cover of the multifunction jack.

Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the 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.

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3 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet.

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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 affect your device’s lifespan or performance.

If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

4 When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel 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.

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››Charge with a USB cable

Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.

Open the cover of the multifunction jack.

Plug one end (micro-USB) of the USB cable into the multifunction jack.

3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on a PC.

Depending on the type of USB cable you are using, it may take some time before charging begins.

4 When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the USB cable from the device and then from the PC.

Insert a memory card (optional)

To store additional multimedia files, 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 file structure for memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card.

●● Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the lifespan of memory cards.

●● When you insert a memory card in your device, the file directory of the memory card will appear in the sdcard/external_sd folder under the internal memory.

Remove the back cover.

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down.

Replace the back cover.

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››Remove the memory card

Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

In Idle mode, select Applications →Settings →Storage →Unmount SD card.

Remove the back cover. Remove the memory card. Replace the back cover.

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 → Storage → Unmount SD card →Format SD card →Format SD card → Erase everything.

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 from user actions.

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Getting started

Turn your device on and off

To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.

To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key and then select Power off →OK.

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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel 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 the Power key and select Flight mode.

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Get to know your device

››Device layout

Proximity sensor	Front camera lens
Proximity sensor
	Earpiece/
Volume key	Mouthpiece1
Volume key
	Touch screen

Home key

	Back key
Menu key	Mouthpiece
	Mouthpiece
Multifunction jack	Headset jack

Rear camera lensFlashbulb

Power/Reset/LockGPS antenna2 key

Back cover

Main antenna

Speaker

1.Active only when you use the speakerphone feature or record videos.

2.Do not touch or cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.

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››
Keys
Key		Function
	Power/	Turn on the device (press and hold);
	Power/	Access the quick menus (press and
	Reset1/	hold); Reset the device (press and hold
	Lock	for 15-17 seconds); Lock the touch
		screen.
		Open a list of options available on the
		current screen; In Idle mode, open the
	Menu	Google search application (press and
	Menu	hold); Open the search input window
		hold); Open the search input window
		while using some applications (press
		and hold).

	Home	Return to the idle screen; Open the list
	Home	of recent applications (press and hold).
		of recent applications (press and hold).

	Back	Return to the previous screen.

	Volume	Adjust the device’s volume.
	Volume	Adjust the device’s volume.

››Indicator icons

Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.

Icon Definition

No signal

Signal strength

1.If your device has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes, you may need to reset the device to regain functionality

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Icon	Definition
	GPRS network connected

	EDGE network connected

	UMTS network connected

	Open WLANs available

	WLAN connected

	AllShare in progress

	Bluetooth activated

	Bluetooth headset connected

	GPS activated

	Call in progress

	Call on hold

	Speakerphone activated

	Missed call

	Synchronised with the web

	Uploading data

	Downloading data

	Call diverting activated

	Connected to PC

	Power saving mode activated

	USB tethering activated

	Getting started

Icon	Definition
	Wi-Fi tethering activated

	No SIM or USIM card

	New text or multimedia message

	New email message

	New voice mail message

	Alarm activated

	Event notification

	Roaming (outside of normal service area)

	Silent mode activated

	Vibration mode activated

	Flight mode activated

	Music playback in progress

	Music playback paused

	FM radio turned on in the background

	Error occurred or caution required

	Battery power level

10:00	Current time

Getting started

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.

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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 film 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 fingertip. 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:

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Tap: Touch once with your finger 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.

Drag: Tap and drag your finger up, down, left, or right to move to items on lists.

Drag and drop: Tap and hold your finger on an item, and then drag your finger to move the item.

Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in or out while viewing photos or web pages.

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Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use the device for a specified period. To turn on the screen, press the Power key or the Home key.

You can also adjust the backlight time. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Display →Screen time-out.

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 the Power key. To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing the Power key or the Home key and then flick the window with your finger.

You can activate the screen lock feature to prevent others from using or accessing your personal data and information saved in your device. ►p. 31

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 indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and other items.

The idle screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen. You can also select a dot at the

bottom of the screen to move directly to the corresponding screen.

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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 [] →Add or tap and hold the empty area on the idle screen.

Select the item category →an item:

●● Widgets: Add 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.

››Move items on the idle screen

Tap and hold an item to move.

Drag the item to the location you want.

››Remove items from the idle screen

Tap and hold an item to remove.

The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen. Drag the item to the trash bin.

When the item turns red, release the item.

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››Use the notifications panel

In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open the notifications panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of notifications, such as

messages, calls, events or processing status. To hide the panel, drag the bottom of the list up.

From the notifications panel, you can use the following options:

●● Wi-Fi: Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection feature. ►p. 104

●● BT: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless connection feature. ►p. 101

●● GPS: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.

●● Sound/Vibration: Activate or deactivate Vibration 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 [] →Edit.

Add or remove panels by using the following features:

●● To remove a panel, tap and hold the thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the trash bin at the bottom of the screen.

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●● To add a new 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.

3 When you are finished, press [].

Access applications

To access your device’s applications,

In Idle mode, select Applications to access the application list.

Scroll left or right to another application screen.

You can also select a dot at the bottom of the screen to move directly to the corresponding screen.

Select an application.

●● 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.

4 Press [] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home key to return to the idle screen.

If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically rotate as well. To prevent

the interface from rotating, open the notifications panel and select Auto rotation.

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››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 [] →Edit →OK. Tap and hold an application.

Drag the application icon to the location you want.

You can move an application icon to another main menu

screen. You can also move most-used applications next to

Home.

Press [] →Save.

To add a folder or panel to the menu screen,

1	In the application list, press [ ] →Edit.
2	Tap and hold an application.
3	Drag the application icon to Add folder or Add page at
4	the bottom of the screen.
4	Repeat steps 2-3 to add more applications.
5	Drag Add folder or Add page to the menu screen.
	A new folder or panel containing the applications is added
6	to the menu screen.
6	If you added a folder, enter a name and select Yes.
7	Press [ ] →Save.

››Access recent applications

1 Press and hold the Home key to view the applications you have accessed recently.

2 Select an application to access.

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››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 Task manager →Active applications.

The list of all the applications currently running on your device appears.

To close an application, select Exit.

To close all active applications, select Exit all.

Customise your device

Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences.

››Set the current time and date

1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings

→Date and time.

2 Set the time and date and change other options.

››Turn on or off the touch tone

In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound settings →Audible selection.

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››Adjust the volume of the ringtones

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 following:

●● In Idle mode, open the application list and select Phone → Keypad and tap and hold.

●● Press and hold the Power key and select Silent mode.

You can set the device to alert you to various events

in Silent mode. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings →Sound settings →Vibration →Always or Only in Silent mode. When you switch to

Silent mode, will appear in place of .

››Change your ringtone

In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings

→Sound settings →Phone ringtone. Select a ringtone from the list and select OK.

››Activate animation for switching windows

In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings

→Display →Animation →Some animations or All animations.

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