Samsung GT-S7233E User Manual

Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider.

To install Kies (PC Sync)

1.Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsungmobile.com) and install it in your PC.

2.In Menu mode, select Settings → Connectivity → USB

→Samsung Kies → Set.

3.Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC. Refer to the Kies help for more information.

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GT-S7233E

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.

Read me first

•Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and proper use.

•The descriptions in this manual are based on the default settings of your device.

•Images and screenshots used in this user manual may differ in appearance from the actual product.

•Content in this user manual may differ from the product, or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. Refer to www.samsungmobile.com for the latest version of the user manual.

•Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service provider.

•Formatting and delivery of this user manual is based on Bada operating systems and may vary depending on the user’s operating system.

•Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by third-party applications.

•Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by user editing of registry settings.

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•You may upgrade your mobile device’s software by accessing www.samsungmobile.com.

•Sound sources, wallpapers, and images provided in this device are licenced for limited use between Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an

infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user.

•Please keep this manual for future reference.

Instructional icons

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

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution—situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information

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►Refer to—pages with related information; for example: ►p.12 (represents“see page 12”)

→Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: In Menu mode, select Messages → Compose (represents Messages, followed by Compose)

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

Copyright

Copyright © 2010 Samsung Electronics

This user manual is protected under international copyright laws.

No part of this user manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.

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•Windows Media Player® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

•Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• and are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. CS Headphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.

•All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

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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
Use the leather case ..........................................	15
Attach a hand strap (optional) .......................	16
Getting started .....................................	17
Turn your device on and off ............................	17
Get to know your device ..................................	18

Use the touch screen ........................................	21
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys ..	23
Access menus .....................................................	23
Launch and manage applications .................	25
Use widgets ........................................................	25
Customise your device .....................................	26
Enter text .............................................................	31
Communication ....................................	34
Calling ..................................................................	34
Logs ......................................................................	40
Messages .............................................................	41

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Email .....................................................................	46
Social Hub ...........................................................	49
IM ...........................................................................	50
Entertainment .......................................	51
Camera .................................................................	51
Video player ........................................................	59
Music ....................................................................	61
FM radio ...............................................................	64
Games ..................................................................	67
Personal information ...........................	69
Contacts ...............................................................	69
Calendar ..............................................................	72
Task .......................................................................	73

Memo ...................................................................	74
Voice recorder ....................................................	74
Web .........................................................	76
Internet ................................................................	76
Samsung Apps ...................................................	80
YouTube ...............................................................	81
Community websites .......................................	81
Connectivity ..........................................	82
Bluetooth ............................................................	82
Wi-Fi ......................................................................	85
Mobile AP ............................................................	87
GPS ........................................................................	88
PC connections ..................................................	90
Contents	7

Tools ........................................................	93
Clock .....................................................................	93
Calculator ............................................................	94
My accounts ........................................................	95
My files .................................................................	96
Search ................................................................	100
Settings ................................................	101
Access the Settings menu ............................	101
Flight mode ......................................................	101
Connectivity ....................................................	101
Sound profiles .................................................	102
Display and light .............................................	103
General ..............................................................	103

Date and time ..................................................	104
Menu and widgets .........................................	104
Applications .....................................................	104
Security .............................................................	111
Memory ............................................................	112
Reset ..................................................................	112
About phone ...................................................	112
Software update .............................................	113
SIM applications .............................................	113
Troubleshooting .................................	114
Safety precautions ..............................	119

8 Contents

Assembling

Unpack

Check your product box for the following items:

•Mobile device

•Battery

•Travel adapter (charger)

•Leather case

•User manual

Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty.

•The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.

•You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.

•The supplied accessories perform best for your device.

•Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be compatible with your device.

Install the SIM or USIM card and battery

When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal 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,

1	If the device is on, press and hold [ ], and select Yes
2	to turn it off.
	Remove the back cover.

3 Insert the SIM or USIM card.

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•Place the SIM or USIM card into the device 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.

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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 PC data cable.

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

When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty and blinking. If the battery level becomes too low, the device will automatically power off. Recharge your battery to continue using your device.

››Charge with the travel adapter

1	Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
2	the device.
	Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
	multifunction jack.

Improperly connecting the travel adapter can 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.

•You can use the device while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.

•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 (the battery icon is no longer moving), 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.

››Charge with the PC data cable

Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.

1	Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
2	the device.
	Plug one end (micro-USB) of the PC data cable into the
3	multifunction jack.
	Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port
	on a PC.
	Depending on the type of PC data cable you are
	using, it may take some time before charging
	begins.
4	When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is
	no longer moving), unplug the PC data cable from the

device and then from the PC.

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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 16 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.

•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.

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Remove the back cover and battery. Insert a memory card.

Lock the memory card in place.

Replace the battery and back cover.

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››Remove the memory card

1	Ensure that the device is not currently using the
2	memory card.
	Remove the back cover and battery.
3	Remove the memory card.
4	Replace the battery and 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 Menu mode, select Settings → Memory → Memory card details → Format → Yes.

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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Use the leather case

You can replace the lower case with the supplied leather case to protect your device's touch screen.

To attach the leather case,

1	Remove the back cover, and then remove the lower
	cover.

2	Attach the supplied leather case and press the case
	anchor down until it clicks.

3 Replace the back cover.

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Remove the back cover.

Slide a hand strap through the hand strap hole and hook it over the small projection.

Replace the back cover.

To remove the leather case,

1	Remove the back cover.
2	Pull the case anchor as shown below.

Do not pull the leather case by holding the flap part of the case, as this could damage the case.

3 Replace the lower cover and the back cover.

Attach a hand strap (optional)

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Getting started

Turn your device on and off

To turn on your device,

1	Press and hold [ ].
2	Enter your PIN and select Done (if necessary).
3	Select a language you want and select Next.
4	Select keyboard languages and select Next.
5	Select your home time zone and select Next.
6	Set the time and date and select Save.

To turn off your device, press and hold [] and select Yes.

•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 the flight mode. In Menu mode, select

Settings → Flight mode.

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Get to know your device

››Device layout

Earpiece
Volume key
	Touch screen
Menu key	End key
Dial key
Mouthpiece

Multifunction jack

Flashbulb

Power/Lock key

Camera lens

Camera key

Internal antenna

Headset jack

(3.5 mm)

Speaker

Back cover

Lower cover

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››Keys

	Key	Function
	Power/	Turn the device on or off (press
		and hold); Lock or unlock the
	Lock
		touch screen and keys.
		Make or answer a call; In Idle
	Dial	mode, retrieve logs of your calls
		and messages.
		Access Menu mode; Launch the
		task manager to view all active
	Menu	applications (press and hold);
		In Idle mode or while using an
		application, access Search (press
		twice).
	End	End a call; In Menu mode, return
		to Idle mode.

Key	Function
Volume	Adjust the device’s volume.
	In Idle mode, turn on the camera;
Camera	In Camera mode, take a photo or
	record a video.

››Idle screen

When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle screen. From the idle screen, you can view your device’s status and access applications.

The idle screen has some default panels, and you can add new panels to the idle screen. ►p. 27

Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen. You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to move to the corresponding panel of the idle screen directly.

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››Indicator icons
					Icon	Definition
	Icons shown on the display may vary depending on					Call missed
	your region or service provider.
						Synchronised with a web server
Icon		Definition
		No signal				Bluetooth activated
						Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset
		Signal strength
						connected
		Flight mode activated				Voice call in progress
		Network searching				Video call in progress
		GPRS network connected				SOS message feature activated
		EDGE network connected
						Call diverting activated
		UMTS network connected				Synchronising with PC
		HSDPA network connected
						No SIM or USIM card
		WLAN connected
						Memory card inserted

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Icon	Definition
	Connected to secured web page
	New text or multimedia message
	New email message
	New voice mail message
	Alarm activated
	Roaming (outside of normal service area)
	Normal profile activated
	Silent profile activated
	Current time
	Battery power level

››Shortcuts panel

In Idle mode or while using an application, select in the indicator icons area to open the shortcuts panel.

Select icons to activate or deactivate the WLAN and Bluetooth features. You can also turn on or off the device's volume and check new messages and alerts.

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:

•Tap: Tap 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.

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

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

•Area zoom: Place two fingers on the screen and pull them apart to zoom in or squeeze them together to zoom out.

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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 [] or the Menu key.

•You can also adjust the backlight time. In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and light → Backlight time.

•Some lists have an index along the right side. Tap a letter to jump to items starting with that letter. Drag your finger along the index to quickly scroll through the list.

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 []. To unlock, press [] or the Menu key and flick the grey window with your finger.

Access menus

To access your device’s menus,

1	In Idle mode, press the Menu key to access Menu
2	mode.
	Scroll left or right to a main menu screen.
	You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to
3	move to the corresponding main menu screen directly.
	Select a menu or application.
4	Press [ ] to return to Idle mode.

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•Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically switch to landscape view. To set the interface to keep the orientation when you rotate the device, select Settings → General → Gestures → Orientation → Change orientation.

•While using the device, you can capture an image

of a screen by pressing [] and the Menu key simultaneously. The image will be saved in My files → Images.

››Organise applications in Menu mode

You can reorganise the applications in Menu mode by changing their order or grouping them into categories to suit your preferences and needs.

1	In Idle mode, press the Menu key to access Menu
2	mode.
	Select Edit at the top left of the screen.

3	Drag an application icon to the location you want.
	You can move an application icon to another main
	menu screen. You can also change most-used
	applications at the bottom line. Move an application
	at the bottom line to a main menu screen, and move
	an application you want to use in Idle mode directly to
4	the bottom line.
	Select Done at the top left of the screen.
››Add new main menu screens
1	In Idle mode, press the Menu key to access Menu
2	mode.
	Select Edit at the top left of the screen.
3	Rotate the device to landscape view.
4	Select	to add a new main menu screen.
	You can have up to 10 screens.
	Select	to remove a screen from the main menu.

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5	Rotate the device to portrait view.
6	Select Done at the top left of the screen.

Launch and manage applications

››Launch multiple applications

Your device allows you to multi-task by running multiple applications at the same time.

To launch multiple applications, press the Menu key to return to the main menu and select an application to launch.

››Use the task manager

You can manage multiple applications with the task manager. To launch the task manager,

1	Press and hold the Menu key. The icons of active
	applications appear.

2 Control active applications as follows:

•To switch between applications, select one from the icons of active applications.

•To close an application, select .

•To close all active applications, select End all applications.

Use widgets

Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your idle screen.

•Some of your widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may incur additional charges.

•Available widgets may vary depending on your region or service provider.

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››Open the widget toolbar

To open the widget toolbar and access widgets,

1	In Idle mode, select Widget at the top left of the screen
2	to open the widget toolbar.
	Read the widget disclaimer and select Accept (if
3	necessary).
	Scroll left or right on the widget toolbar to find the
4	widget you want to use.
	Drag the widget to the idle screen.
5	Select Done at the top left of the screen to close the
6	widget toolbar.
	To move the widget back to the widget toolbar, drag it
	to the widget toolbar.

You can organise each panel of the idle screen with your favourite widgets. Scroll left or right to a panel and then position widgets anywhere on the screen. To move a widget on the idle screen, tap and hold the widget until the yellow frame appears, and then position it anywhere on the screen.

››Manage web-based widgets

You can select a widget profile to connect to web services and view downloaded widgets.

In Menu mode, select Settings → Menu and widgets → Widget.

Customise your device

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

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››Add new panels to the idle screen

You can add new panels to the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs.

1	In Idle mode, select Widget at the top left of the
2	screen.
	Rotate the device to landscape view.
3	Select	to add new panels to the idle screen.

	You can have up to 10 panels.
	Select to remove a panel from the idle screen.
4	Rotate the device to portrait view.
5	Select Done at the top left of the screen.
››Set the current time and date
1	In Menu mode, select Settings → Date and time.
2	Select the time zone option and a time zone.

3	Enter the current time and date, and set the time and
4	date format.
	Select Back.
››Adjust the volume of the key tones
1	In Idle mode, press the Volume key up or down.
2	Adjust the key tone volume by pressing the Volume
	key or dragging the slider.

››Switch to the silent profile

To mute or unmute your device, do one of the followings:

•In Menu mode, select Keypad and then tap and hold.

•Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen and select Silent.

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››Set up a sound profile

You can change your device's sounds by customising the current sound profile or switching to another sound profile. To set up a profile,

1	In Menu mode, select Settings → Sound profiles.
2	Select the profile you are using.
3	Customise the sound options for incoming calls,
	incoming messages, and other device sounds. ►p. 102
	Available sound options vary depending on the
	selected profile.
4	Select Set.

To switch to another profile, select the check box next to the profile and then Set.

››Select a wallpaper for the idle screen

1	In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and light
2	→ Wallpaper.
	Select an image.
	To select an image from the image folder, select the
3	folder.
	Select Set → Set.
	Samsung is not responsible for any use of default
	images or wallpapers provided on your device.
››Adjust the brightness of the display
1	In Menu mode, select Settings → Display and light.
2	Drag the slider under Brightness to adjust the level of
3	brightness.
	Select Set.
	The brightness level of the display will affect how
	quickly the device consumes battery power.

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››Change the order of tabs

You can change the order of tabs in an application.

1	Launch an application that has tabs on the top line of
2	the screen.
	Tap and hold the tab area.
3	Select an item and move it to a new tab position.
4	When you are finished, select anywhere on the screen
	outside of the tab area.

››Lock your device

You can lock your device by activating the device password.

1	In Menu mode, select Settings → Security.
2	Select Phone lock.
3	Enter a new 4- to 8-digit password and select Done.
4	Enter the new password again and select Done.

The first time you access a menu that requires a password, you will be prompted to create and confirm a password.

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

•If you forget your password, bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it.

•Samsung is not responsible for any loss of passwords or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.

››Lock your SIM or USIM card

You can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card.

1	In Menu mode, select Settings → Security.
2	Select PIN lock.
3	Enter the PIN of your SIM or USIM card and select
	Done.

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