Samsung GT-S5830I User Manual

GT-S5830i

user manual

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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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About phone (represents Settings,

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Contents

Assembling ............................................. 9

Unpack .................................................................. 9

Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 9

Charge the battery ........................................... 11

Insert a memory card (optional) ................... 13

Attach a hand strap (optional) ...................... 16

Getting started ..................................... 17

Turn your device on and off ........................... 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 ................................................................. 34

Download files from the web ........................ 34

Synchronise data .............................................. 35

Contents

Communication ................................... 37

Calling .................................................................. 37

Messaging .......................................................... 41

Google Mail ........................................................ 43

Email .................................................................... 44

Talk ....................................................................... 46

Social Hub ........................................................... 47

Entertainment ...................................... 48

Camera ................................................................ 48

Gallery ................................................................. 55

Music .................................................................... 57

FM radio .............................................................. 60

Contents

Personal information .......................... 64

Contacts .............................................................. 64

Calendar .............................................................. 68

Memo ................................................................... 69

Voice recorder .................................................... 70

Web ........................................................ 71

Internet ............................................................... 71

Maps .................................................................... 74

Latitude ............................................................... 75

Places ................................................................... 76

Navigation .......................................................... 76

Google Search ................................................... 77

YouTube .............................................................. 77

News & Weather ................................................ 79

Samsung Apps .................................................. 80

Market ................................................................. 80

Connectivity ......................................... 81

Bluetooth ............................................................ 81

Wi-Fi ..................................................................... 83

AllShare ............................................................... 84

Mobile network sharing .................................. 86

GPS ....................................................................... 87

PC connections .................................................. 88

VPN connections ............................................... 89

Tools ....................................................... 92

Clock .................................................................... 92

Calculator ............................................................ 93

Downloads ......................................................... 93

My files ................................................................ 94

ThinkFree Office ................................................ 95

SIM Toolkit .......................................................... 96

Task manager .................................................... 96

Voice Search ....................................................... 97

Contents

Settings .................................................. 98

Access the Settings menu ............................... 98

Wireless and networks .................................... 98

Call settings ..................................................... 100

Sound ............................................................... 101

Display .............................................................. 101

Location and security ................................... 102

Applications .................................................... 103

Accounts and sync ......................................... 104

Privacy .............................................................. 104

SD card and phone storage ......................... 105

Locale and text ............................................... 105

Contents

Voice input and output ................................ 107

Accessibility ..................................................... 108

Date and time ................................................. 108

About phone ................................................... 108

Troubleshooting ................................ 109

Safety precautions ............................. 115

Index .................................................... 126

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.

Assembling

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.

Assembling

Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured

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.

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 the provided 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.

When your battery is low, the device will emit a • warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon 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.

will also be empty. If the

Assembling

Charge with the 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.

Assembling

Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power

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 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.

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 when not in use to avoid wasting power. The travel adapter should remain close to the socket when in use.

Charge with the 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.

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.

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 microSDHC of 32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type).

memory cards with maximum capacities

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Assembling

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 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 folder.

Assembling

Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of

the device.

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts

facing down.

Push the memory card into the memory card slot until

it locks in place.

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

Remove the memory card

›

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

In Idle mode, select

phone storage

Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of

the device.

Push the memory card gently until it disengages from

the device.

Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

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 and

→

Unmount SD card → OK.

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 → OK → Format SD card →

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on your device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

→ Settings → SD card and phone

→

Erase everything.

Assembling

Attach a hand strap (optional)

Remove the back cover.

Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over

the small projection.

Replace the back cover.

Assembling

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 select Power off

•

→

OK.

Follow all posted warnings and directions from • official 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 the Power key and select Flight mode.

Get to know your device

Device layout

›

Earpiece

Volume key

Menu key

Proximity sensor

Touch screen

Home key

Back key

Mouthpiece

Getting started

Multifunction jack

Camera lens

Power/Reset/

Lock key

Memory card slot

Getting started

Headset jack

Speaker

Flashbulb

Back cover

Main antenna

Keys

›

Key Function

Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Reset Lock

Access the quick menus (press and

hold); Reset the device (press and

hold for 8-10 seconds and release);

Lock the touch screen.

Open a list of options available on the Menu

current screen; Open the quick search

bar (press and hold).

Home

Return to the idle screen; Open the list

of recent applications (press and hold).

Back Return to the previous screen.

Volume Adjust the device’s volume.

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

Indicator icons

›

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

Icon Definition

No signal

Signal strength

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

Open WLANs available

WLAN activated

Bluetooth activated

Bluetooth headset connected

Icon Definition

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

USB tethering activated

Getting started

Icon Definition

Mobile AP 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

Flight mode activated

Vibration mode activated

Getting started

Icon Definition

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

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 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:

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.

Getting started

•

Pinch: Place two fingers far apart, and then pinch them together.

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 adjust the backlight time. In Idle mode,

•

open the application list and 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 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.

Getting started

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

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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.

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.

• : Add shortcuts to items, such as

Shortcuts

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.

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.

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B/T

• : Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless

connection feature.

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.

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Getting started

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 [

You can also place your two fingers on the screen and pinch to switch to Edit mode.

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.

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.

When you are finished, press [

Getting started

] → Edit.

Access applications

To access your device’s applications,

In Idle mode, select

Scroll left or right to another application screen.

You can also select a dot on the top 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.

to access the application list.

Press [4 ] 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.

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 [

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.

Press [

] → Save.

] → Edit.

To change the order of the main menu screens,

In the application list, place your two fingers on the

screen and pinch.

Tap and hold the thumbnail of a screen and drag it to

the location you want.

Access recent applications

›

Press and hold the Home key to view the applications

you have accessed recently.

Select an application to access.

Getting started

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

→

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

Settings → Date and time.

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 → Audible selection.

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

•

Keypad and tap and hold Open the notifications panel from the top of the screen

•

and select Sound. 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 Always or Only in Silent mode. When you switch to Silent mode,

Change your ringtone

›

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings → Sound → Phone ringtone.

Select a ringtone from the list and select

→

Sound → Vibrate →

will appear in place of .

→

OK.

Activate animation for switching

›

windows

In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings

→

Display → Animation → Some animations or All

animations.

Select a wallpaper for the idle screen

›

In Idle mode, press [1 ] → Wallpaper → an option.

Select an image.

Select 3 Save or Set wallpaper.

Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device.

Getting started

Adjust the brightness of the display

›

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings → Display → Brightness.

Drag the slider to adjust the level of brightness.

Select 3 OK.

The brightness level of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power.

Set a screen lock

›

You can lock the touch screen by activating the screen lock feature. Your device will require the unlock code each time your turn on the device or unlock the touch screen.

If you forget your unlock code, 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.

Getting started

Set an unlock pattern

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock

→

Pattern.

See the on-screen instructions and example patterns

and select Next.

Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at

least 4 dots and select Continue.

Draw the pattern again and select

Set an unlock PIN code

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock

→

PIN.

Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select

Enter the PIN again and select

Confirm.

Continue.

OK.

Set an unlock password

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock

→

Password.

Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select

Continue.

Enter the password again and select

OK.

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

Settings → Location and security → Set up SIM card

→

lock

Lock SIM card.

Enter your PIN and select

Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device.

If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your • SIM or USIM card will be blocked. You must enter a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM card.

If you block your SIM or USIM card by entering

•

an incorrect PUK, bring the card to your service provider to unblock it.

OK.

Getting started

Activate the Find my mobile feature

›

When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your device, the Find my mobile feature will automatically send the contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover your device.

To use this feature, you need a Samsung account for controlling the device from the web remotely.

In Idle mode, open the application list and select

Settings → Location and security → SIM Change Alert.

Read the terms and conditions and select

Enter your email address and password for your

Samsung account and select Sign in. To create a Samsung account, select Sign up.

Select

Alert message recipients.

Getting started

Accept.

Enter the password for your Samsung account again

and select OK.

Enter a phone number including a country code

(with +).

Enter the text message to be sent to the recipients.

Select 8 Done.

Enter text

You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen.

You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages.

Change the keypad type

›

You can change the keypad type. Tap and hold the text input field and select Input method (Samsung keypad or Swype).

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