Samsung GTM382W User Manual

Using in Another Location

By configuring the network settings (IP address, printer setting, etc.) for each location, you can immediately access the network in one click, without performing the network setting procedures regardless of your location.

1 Click Start > All Programs >

Samsung > Easy Network Manager > Easy Network Manager when connected to the Internet.

2 Select an icon that represents the corresponding location from the Saved Locations window and then click Move.

3 If the Internet connection is a wired LAN, you can immediately load the settings for the new location and the corresponding network connection information is displayed in the Current Location Information window.

To connect to a wireless LAN, select the AP Setting from the menu.

The available APs are represented as icons. If you double-click an AP icon to connect to, the computer is connected to the AP through the wireless LAN and you are moved to the corresponding location.

Click the AP Setting menu item at the top of the screen and double-click one of the available APs.

Available

AP Icon

PC Icon

 The closer to the PC icon at the bottom of the screen, the stronger the signal from the AP is, while the further from the icon, the weaker the signal strength is.

If a network key is required, request the key from your network administrator.

AP Setting is supported in Windows XP SP3 or higher and Vista only.

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Diagnosing the Network Status

You can diagnose the network state and find solutions for why you cannot connect to the network.

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Launch Easy Network Manager.

Select Diagnosis from the menu.

3 The Network Connections window appears.

Click Start to start the network diagnosis.

4 When the diagnosis is complete, a device with a problem is marked by a X mark icon with a description of the problem at the bottom of the window.

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Bluetooth (Optional)

Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology that allows access to devices nearby such as a computer, mobile phone, printer, keyboard or mouse without a cable connection.

Bluetooth enables file transmissions, Internet access, a private area network function, and access to a keyboard, mouse and printer between devices supporting the Bluetooth function without a cable connection.

 The Bluetooth function is only available between devices supporting Bluetooth (computers, mobile phones, PDAs, printers, etc.), and the function may be restricted depending on the device profile.

The Bluetooth function is optional and may not be supported depending on your model.

Compatibility with a Bluetooth device not certified by a Bluetooth certification or logo is not guaranteed.

Bluetooth Functions

File Transmission		You can exchange files between 2 Bluetooth devices.
		You can exchange files with other computers, mobile
		phones, PDAs, etc.
		You can connect to another computer with the
Network Access		Bluetooth function as you access a wireless LAN in
		Ad-Hoc mode or connect to the Internet through an
		AP or Internet Connecting Sharing Server.
Network Access through		You can connect to the Internet through a Bluetooth
a Phone Connection		mobile phone.
Data Sync		You can synchronize the PIMS data (Outlook E-mail
		address data) with mobile phones, PDAs, notebook
(Synchronization)
		computers, etc. supporting Bluetooth.

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Electronic Business		You can exchange electronic business cards with
		mobile phones, PDAs, notebook computers, etc.
Card (Vcard)
		supporting Bluetooth.
Sound Output		You can listen to audio from the computer through
		another Bluetooth device or listen to audio of another
		Bluetooth device through the computer.
		You can connect a keyboard, mouse, joystick, etc.
HID Connections		supporting Bluetooth.
		For more information about using the Bluetooth
		function, see the online help of the Bluetooth Device.

For more information about using the Bluetooth function, refer to the online help of the Bluetooth Device.

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Bluetooth Software Setup

Bluetooth software is installed on computers supporting Bluetooth.

For first time use, set up the Bluetooth software as follows.

1 Double-click My Bluetooth Places

icon on the desktop.

2 upClick. the Next button to start setting

In the setting up steps, enter a device name to be displayed in the Bluetooth Manager program. Enter a name in the Computer Name field and select Laptop for the

Computer Type field.

Also, a step appears for selecting the services to be provided

by your Bluetooth device for other Bluetooth devices. At this point, the program automatically detects available services and displays them as selected. It is recommended not to change the default selection.

If you change the service settings, the driver necessary for the additionally selected services are installed.

At this point, a warning message may appear informing you that there is no Microsoft logo. Since it does not affect the operation, continue the installation.

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3 If the driver installation is complete, the next step proceeds which searches for nearby Bluetooth devices. Since you do not have to search while setting up, click Skip and finish the settings.

4 If the settings are complete, the My Bluetooth Environment window appears.

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Using Bluetooth

Describes how to exchange files between computers supporting Bluetooth and how to use other Bluetooth devices.

Bluetooth Help

Bluetooth Help provides detailed procedures on using Bluetooth functions.

Double-click My Bluetooth Settings on the Desktop and press the <F1> key (Help).

Exchanging Files between

Bluetooth computers

The procedures to exchange files and folders between Bluetooth computers are described below.

1 On the computer that is sending a file (hereafter Computer A), right-click the Bluetooth icon in the notification area and select Quick Connection

> File Transmission > Search for Device.

Select Start > Help and Support

>Networking and the Web > Networking > Wireless networking

>Bluetooth devices (wireless) to view Windows Help.

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2 In the Select Device window, click a computer to be connected (hereafter Computer B).

3 When the Bluetooth Security Setting window appears, enter the Bluetooth security code (or Bluetooth PIN) and click Start Pairing.

The Bluetooth PIN Code is a password used for the connection between two Bluetooth devices, the user just enter the same PIN Code (for example, same numbers) on both Bluetooth devices to make a connection.

4 After a short while, the Bluetooth PIN Code required dialog box appears on Computer B, enter the code that you have input in Step 3 above.

5 If the FTP File Access Privilege Request window appears on

Computer B, click the window. If the

Select Access Permission window appears, click OK.

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6 The file transmission window appears on computer A. Drag files or folders to send onto the window, and the files or folders are automatically transmitted.

7 If the file transmission is complete, close the File Transmission window.

The received files are saved in the

C:\Documents and Settings\[user name]\My Documents\Bluetooth Exchange folder.

Connecting Keyboard, Mouse, Joystick and Headset devices

The procedures to use Bluetooth HID devices (keyboard, mouse, joystick, etc.) or a headset, etc. on the computer are described below.

The Bluetooth PIN Code is a password used for the connection between two Bluetooth devices, the user just enter the same PIN Code on both Bluetooth devices to make a connection.

1 Turn on the Bluetooth function on the device to connect to (mouse, keyboard, joystick or headset).

Some devices have a button to turn on the Bluetooth function, so see the corresponding device manual.

2 Double-click the My Bluetooth

Settings icon on the Desktop.

3 If the My Bluetooth Settings window appears, click View devices in range.

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If the device to connect to appears, click the device. (for example, mouse)

If the device does not appear, click

View devices in range. If the device has not appeared yet, since this menu changes to Search devices in range, click Search devices in range to show the device.

4 If the Bluetooth PIN Code input window appears, enter a PIN code referring to the manual of the corresponding device. The PIN code for an HID device is generally printed in the manual of the corresponding device.

5 If you enter the PIN code, you can immediately use the device.

A Bluetooth keyboard and mouse work only in Windows. They will not work in MS-DOS mode or in

Hibernation mode.

Connecting to the Internet via a Bluetooth mobile phone

If you have a Bluetooth mobile phone, you can connect your computer to the Internet without a wired or wireless connection to an Internet service provider.

 Check if your mobile phone supports Bluetooth.

To connect to the Internet through the Bluetooth mobile phone,

you need the wireless operator account information such as the username, password, dial number and so on. For this information, contact your mobile phone operator.

If you connect to the Internet through a Bluetooth mobile phone, the connection tariff may be

very expensive. Please use this function only after ascertaining the connection cost or subscribing to a data communications plan that

allows you to connect to the Internet directly.

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1 Double-click the My Bluetooth

Environment icon on the Desktop.

2 When the My Bluetooth Environment window appears, click

Add Bluetooth device.

3 If the Bluetooth Setup Wizard screen appears, click Next to start the device search.

4 Select your mobile phone from the

Select Device window and click Next.

The following descriptions use a mobile phone called ‘V740’.

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5 If the Bluetooth Security Setup window appears, enter a Bluetooth security code (Bluetooth PIN) and then click Start Pairing.

The Bluetooth security code (Bluetooth PIN) is a password used between two devices connected through Bluetooth. You can enter any number between 4 to 6 alphanumeric characters on the two devices.

6 If the Pairing signal is delivered to the mobile phone, the Bluetooth security code input window appears in the mobile phone screen. Enter the same security code into the mobile phone that you entered in Step 4. For example, if you entered ‘1234’ on your computer, you must also enter ‘1234’ on the mobile phone.

7 In the Select Bluetooth Service window, select the File Transfer and

Dialup Networking services and then click Finish.

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Depending on the mobile phone model, the service names and supported service types may differ.

If you select only one service, one more Setup Wizard step appears.

If you select Dialup Networking Service only, a Bluetooth

Connection window appears. Click cancel and close the window.

8 The Dialup Networking and File Transfer service icons are added to the My Bluetooth Environment window.

9 Double-click V740 Dialup Networking in the My Bluetooth Environment window.

10 If the Connect to Bluetooth window appears after a while, enter the Username, Password, and Dial (Dial Number) fields and click the Dial button. Then, when the Internet connection is established, you can use the Internet using Internet Explorer.

If you click this button, enter the phone number in the Dial Number field and click OK to save the phone number.

If you check this option, the currently entered username and password are saved.

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About the Username, Password, and Dial Number

The username, password and dial number used here do not refer to the ones used by the mobile phone user. They refer to the unique username, password and phone number of the mobile phone operator that are required to make the connection. Ask your mobile phone operator about them.

When an AP name is required to connect to the Internet

An APN (AP Name) may be required depending on the mobile phone or mobile phone operator. In this case, click Start

>Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > System

>Device Manager > Modem, double-click Bluetooth Modem, select the Advanced tab and then enter an APN in the format of +CGDCONT=1,“IP”,“APN” in the Miscellaneous Initialization Command field (e.g. when the

APN is ‘internet.com’). For detailed information, ask your mobile phone operator about this.

Disconnecting the Internet connection

zDouble-click V740 Dialup Networking in the My Bluetooth Environment window.

x Click the Disconnect button in the

Bluetooth Connection Status window. Alternatively, press the Disconnect button on the mobile phone to disconnect the Internet connection.

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Stopping a Bluetooth device

Right-click the Bluetooth icon on the Taskbar and select Stop the Bluetooth device.

To use a Bluetooth device after stopping it, select Start Bluetooth device like above.

Usage Instructions

Generally, Bluetooth devices deliver stable performance while connected within a 3m(10 ft.) distance.

For Bluetooth to operate smoothly, use the computer in an open environment with no walls or obstacles in the way and having low radio interference.

You can connect to only one Bluetooth device at a time for a phone connection, data syncing, electronic business card exchange, FAX transmission/reception, sound related functions, and serial port functions.

It is recommended using only one Bluetooth device at a time as

connecting multiple Bluetooth or other wireless devices at the same time may slow or destabilize the Bluetooth connection.

Data communications via Bluetooth may be poor when the CPU load is at full capacity or there are insufficient system resources.

The Bluetooth function of a Bluetooth PDA, mobile phone, mouse or keyboard may be turned off. To use them in connection with a Samsung computer supporting Bluetooth, you must check if the Bluetooth function of the device to connect to is turned on.

For the procedures on turning on the Bluetooth function of a device, refer to the relevant device manual.

The services provided by Bluetooth devices may vary depending on their capabilities. For the services provided by the Bluetooth device, refer to the device manual.

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Chapter 5.

Using Applications

Introducing Programs	117
CyberLink YouCam (Optional)	121
Samsung Update Plus (Optional)	123
McAfee SecurityCenter (Optional)	125
Using Samsung Magic Doctor (Optional)	130
Reinstalling Software (Optional)	131

Introducing Programs

Using the software supplied with the Samsung computer, you can easily use functions and troubleshoot problems.

Try to use the software after learning about the basic use of the software. For detailed information, refer to the help section of the corresponding software.

The software programs provider may vary, depending on your computer model.

In addition, some pictures may differ from actual product depending on the computer model and software version.

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Multi Media Functions

CyberLink YouCam (Optional)

Using this program, you can easily capture photos and videos with your web camera. CyberLink YouCam makes it more fun to have online video chats or to record videos with live effects. 121

Management Functions

Samsung Update Plus (Optional)

Samsung Update Plus is a software function that examines and updates the Samsung software and drivers installed on your Samsung computer to the most recent versions. 123

 McAfee SecurityCenter (Optional)

This is a security solution that detects and removes computer viruses and protects the computer from Internet threats. 125

Easy Network Manager (Optional)

Easy Network Manager is a program that enables you to easily configure the network settings.

You can configure the network settings for each location and you can also diagnose the network status. 99

Samsung Battery Manager

(Optional)

Samsung Battery Manager is a power

management program that provides easy-to-use power management and power saving settings so that the battery usage time can be extended. 149

Easy Display Manager (Optional)

Easy Display Manager is a program that displays the changed setting on the screen when a setting is changed by pressing the shortcut keys, and enables changing the display mode through the Display Settings window.

Example) The icon that appears when pressing the Fn +

keys to change the screen brightness.

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Easy SpeedUP Manager (Optional)

This program enables you to select operation mode when you need maximum system performance or lownoise/low power consumption with oneclick. 59

For Windows XP model, Easy SpeedUp Manager function is provided in Magic Keyboard program.

If you reinstall Windows XP, you have to install the Magic Keyboard program additionally using the System Software Media in order to use this function.

 MS Live Skydrive (Optional)

If you double-click the Microsoft

Live icon when the computer is connected to the Internet, you can visit the website that allows you to use free web storage provided by Microsoft.

If you sign up and log onto the website, you can use the web storage for free.

For more information, refer to the help center on the website.

Easy Resolution Manager (Optional)

This program allows you to set a resolution of 1024x768 pixels on a computer that supports a resolution less than 1024x768 pixels.

You can view the whole picture when running a program or game that supports a resolution of 1024x768 pixels.

However, when the resolution is set to 1024x768 pixels, the picture on the screen may be distorted.

Battery Life Extender (Optional)

The Battery Life Extender is a battery power management program that enables extending the battery life.

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 Phoenix Failsafe

(Optional)

Phoenix FailSafe is a program developed by Phoenix Technologies LTD, that enables PC users to protect and track their PC via the FailSafe website when their PC is lost or stolen. For more information, please refer to the online help of the software or the FailSafe website.

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Troubleshooting Functions

SAMSUNG Magic Doctor (Optional)

SAMSUNG Magic Doctor is troubleshooting software provided by Samsung Computer for system diagnosis, and restoring the system.

The system diagnosis function enables users to diagnose system problems without assistance from others.

Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional)

Samsung Recovery Solution provides a Restore Function that enables you to easily restore your computer to a previous, normal state when a problem occurs with your computer, as well as a Backup Function that enables you to easily save your computer’s current status and your data.

For models with an SSD (Solid State

Disk), Samsung Recovery Solution is not provided.

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CyberLink YouCam (Optional)

CyberLink YouCam makes it more fun to have online video chats or to record videos with live effects.

 The program versions described in this manual are subject to change and the screen images and terms in this manual may differ from actual product.

For more information on how to use the program, refer to the online help.

Do not take pictures or record video of someone without their permission.

Do not take pictures or record video in locations where photography is prohibited.

Do not take pictures or record video in locations where you could violate another person’s privacy.

Double click the CyberLink YouCam icon	on the Desktop. Or click Start > All
1 programs > Samsung > CyberLink YouCam > CyberLink YouCam.
Function buttons	Preview Window

Emotion	All captured
effects	content

Avatars, Frames, Filters and Distortions

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If you click the settings button	,
you can configure the capture,
display and document settings.

2 Click the Snapshot or

Capture button in front of the camera. A snapshot is taken or video starts recording.

 To stop a video recording, click the Stop button. The recording is stopped.

By applying several effects or avatars to your photos or videos while capturing, you can make your own contents fun and interesting.

3 You can view your captured photos and videos in the All captured content window.

You can view a picture or watch a video by double-clicking it.

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Samsung Update Plus (Optional)

Samsung Update Plus is software that examines and updates the Samsung software and drivers installed on your Samsung computer to the optimal version.

 To check for updates and update your computer using Samsung Update Plus, your computer must be connected to the Internet.

 The update search result may differ depending on your computer model.

Samsung Update Plus does not provide updates for applications installed after purchasing the computer.

To update the software and drivers	2 new updates are searched for.
	If you click on Check for updates,
Select Start > All Programs >
1 Samsung > Samsung Update Plus
> Samsung Update Plus.

If this is the first time you are running the program, a window will appear asking you if you agree to the agreement in the window.

Click Agree to use this software.

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3 If there are available software or driver updates for your computer, the available updates will be listed. Select the required updates from the list and click Install Update to start the

update. (The update list on the screen may differ depending on the computer model.)

Updates that must be installed separately.

If you select an update item that must be installed separately, a message appears informing you of this. Follow the instruction message to correctly install it.

Automatic update items display

By default, your computer is configured to automatically check for updates. If there is a new update available, this is notified in the notification area. Click the balloon help icon in the notification area. Here you will be able to find the latest available updates.

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McAfee SecurityCenter (Optional)

McAfee SecurityCenter (a virus/spyware detection and protection software that includes a firewall function. Hereafter, referred to as “McAfee”) is software that protects your PC from various Internet threats as well as detecting and removing viruses.

 For more detailed information on the program, refer to the McAfee help.  You can register McAfee when connected to the Internet.

McAfee software is optional. It may not be supplied for some models or it may be supplied through the McAfee installation icon. When the installation icon is provided, you have to install the program referring to the Installing McAfee section.

A different anti-virus program may be provided depending on the computer model.

Installing McAfee

For some models, an Install McAfee Web Essentials icon is located on the Desktop.

In this case, you can install the McAfee software according to the following procedures and then use the McAfee software.

For some models, a McAfee Security Center icon is located on the Desktop, since the software is already installed, the installation step is not required.

zDouble click the Install McAfee Web Essentials icon on the Desktop.

x TheChain Installer window opens and the installation begins automatically. Please wait for a moment.

cWhen the installation is complete, the Chain Installer window disappears.

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Using McAfee

To use McAfee, user registration is required. If a user is not registered, even though virus inspection is supported, your PC will not be completely protected because the virus information will not be updated with the latest information. The procedures to inspect and heal viruses after the user registration will be described below.

User Registration

1 The Program Setup screen appears while booting. Click Next.

If the Program Setup screen does not appear, right-click over the McAfee icon in the Taskbar and then select Product Setup from the pop-up menu.

2 The End User License Agreement appears.

Check if the country has been correctly selected and then click

Accept.

3 The Create New McAfee Account item appears.

Be sure to fill in all the fields and click Next. The Program Setup Completed window appears.

If you have already registered with

McAfee, click Login and enter the registered email address and password to login. The Program

Setup Completed window appears.

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Inspecting and Healing Viruses

The procedures to check if the computer’s files or information have been infected by a virus and to heal viruses found by McAfee are described below.

1 Click Start > All Programs > McAfee

> McAfeeSecurityCenter.

2 Click the Scan button on the left side of the program. The Scan begins.

At this time, if a virus is found, it is immediately healed during the inspection.

3 If a virus has been found, click View Results.

The viruses are listed. Since the corresponding viruses have already been removed, you can use your computer without any concern.

For possible virus infections (where it is not completely certain), the Detected message appears. In this case, the items will be maintained or deleted depending on your decision.

To deal with new viruses, please always keep

McAfeeSecurityCenter up to date. In general, it is automatically updated when connected to the

Internet. Alternatively, you can update it manually by clicking

Update after connecting to the Internet.

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Configuring the McAfee Firewall

The McAfee Firewall is configured for the product when purchasing the

product in order to protect the computer from viruses. However, if the firewall is activated, you may not connect to the network or the Internet properly. In this case, you have to change the settings as follows.

Method 1) When you need to select Allow Access in the Server or Internet Access Request window.

When you connect to a bank, stock market, or gaming website, an access request window appears. In this case, select Allow Access in the window and click OK. Then you can install the program normally or open the page.

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Method 2) When you need to deactivate the Firewall

If you cannot connect to the Internet when using a broadband Internet service, you can connect to the Internal normally if you disable the McAfee Firewall. However, since it may cause a security problem, be careful when doing so.

zDouble-click the McAfee Security Center icon from the Desktop.

xClick the Advanced menu at the bottom left and click Configure >

Internet&Network.

cTurn the Internet&Network at the right to Off, set the Select when to re-enable firewall to Never and then click OK.

vClick Home in the left menu pane and click Ignore next to the ‘Firewall protection is disabled’ message.

It is recommended activating the Windows Firewall for your

computer's safety when you have disabled the McAfee Firewall. To activate the Windows Firewall, click

Start > Control Panel > Windows Firewall > Change Settings > On(recommended).

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Using Samsung Magic Doctor (Optional)

Magic Doctor is troubleshooting software provided by Samsung Computer. A user can diagnose system problems via one-click or by selecting diagnostic items.

The screens used in this manual may differ from actual screens according to the program version.

Diagnosing the System

1 Select Start > All Programs >

Samsung > Samsung Magic Doctor > Samsung Magic Doctor.

2 Click the Diagnose the System icon.

3 When the system status diagnostics are complete, the diagnostics result appears.

If a problem has been found, click on

Cure for Samsung Magic Doctor to cure the problem.

The system status diagnostics start.

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