Samsung GT-S8500 Quick Start Guide
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GT-S8500
quick start guide
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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 guide has been specially designed to guide you
through the basics of your device, such as assembling and
getting started with the device.
Please read this guide carefully before using your device
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to ensure safe and correct use.
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The descriptions in this guide are based on the default
settings of your device.
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Please keep this guide for future reference.
You can get more detailed descriptions and instructions
for using the device's features from the PDF format user
manual. Visit the Samsung website (www.samsungmobile.
com) to view your device's user manual.
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Instructional icons
Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will
see in this guide:
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
Refer to—pages with related information; for
►
example:
► p.12 (represents “see page 12”)
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Followed by—the order of options or menus
you must select to perform a step; for example:
In Menu mode, select Messages
(represents Messages, followed by Compose)
Square brackets—device keys; for example:
[ ]
[
] (represents the Power/End key)
→
Compose
Copyright information
Rights to all technologies and products that comprise this
device are the property of their respective owners:
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth
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SIG, Inc. worldwide.
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Java™ is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Windows Media Player® is a registered trademark of •
Microsoft Corporation.
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Headphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporated
under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.
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Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are
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registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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DivX® is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc.
and is used under licence.
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ABOUT DIVX VIDEO
DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is
an ocial DivX Certied device that plays DivX video.
Visit http://www.divx.com for more information and
software tools to convert your les into DivX video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND
This DivX Certied® device must be registered in order to
play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. To generate
the registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in the
deivce setup menu. Go to http://vod.divx.com with this
code to complete the registration process and learn more
about DivX VOD.
DivX Certied® to play DivX® video up to HD 720p,
including premium content.
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Contents
Assembling ............................................. 7
Unpack .................................................................. 7
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 7
Charge the battery ............................................. 9
Getting started ..................................... 14
Turn your device on and o ........................... 14
Get to know your device ................................. 15
Use the touch screen ........................................ 18
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys .. 20
Access menus .................................................... 20
Launch and manage applications ................ 22
Use widgets ........................................................ 22
Customise your device .................................... 24
Enter text ............................................................ 28
Access help information ................................. 31
Calling .................................................... 32
Creating and nding contacts ........... 33
Messaging ............................................. 34
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Capturing photos and videos ............ 36
Using Wi-Fi ............................................ 49
Viewing photos and videos ............... 38
Listening to music ............................... 40
Listening to the FM radio ................... 42
Connecting to the internet ................ 43
Downloading applications ................ 45
Connecting to a PC .............................. 46
Using Bluetooth ................................... 47
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Safety and usage information ........... 50
Assembling
Learn to assemble your device before use, such as how to
insert the battery or the SIM or USIM card into the device
and charge the battery.
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
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Mobile device
Battery•
Travel adapter (charger)•
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 may vary •
depending on the software and accessories
available in your region or oered by your service
provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your
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local Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your
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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 identication 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 [
1
to turn it o.
Remove the back cover.
2
Be careful not to damage your ngernails when you
remove the back cover.
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] and select Ye s
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
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only use your device’s non-network services and
some menus.
Insert the battery.
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Replace the back cover.
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Charge the battery
Before using the device for the rst 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
If the battery level becomes too low, the device will
automatically power o. Recharge your battery to
continue using your device.
will also be empty and blinking.
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Charge with the travel adapter
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Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
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the device.
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
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multifunction jack.
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Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause
serious damage to the device. Any damage caused
by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power
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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
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is normal and should not aect your device’s
lifespan or performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your
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device and the charger to a Samsung Service
Centre.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is
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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
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Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
1
the device.
Plug one end (micro USB) of the PC data cable into the
2
multifunction jack.
Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port
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on a PC.
Depending on the type of PC data cable you are
using, it may take some time before charging
begins.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is
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no longer moving), unplug the PC data cable from the
device and then from the PC.
Insert a memory card (optional)
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To store additional multimedia les, 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 le structure for •
memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with
a dierent le structure, your device will ask you to
reformat the memory card.
Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten
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the life span of memory cards.
Remove the back cover and the battery.
1
Unlock the memory card cover.
2
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Lift the memory card cover and insert a memory card.
3
Be careful not to damage your ngers when you
open the memory card cover.
Close the memory card cover.
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Lock the memory card cover.
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Replace the battery and the back cover.
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Remove the memory card
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Ensure that the device is not currently using the
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memory card.
Open the memory card cover the same as you would
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when inserting the memory card.
Remove the memory card and close the memory card
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co ver.
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
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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
card details
→
Format → Ye s .
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 user actions.
→
Memory → Memory
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Getting started
Get to know your device’s layout, keys, icons, screen, and
the basics about working with applications. You can also
learn to customise the device and enter text.
Turn your device on and o
To turn on your device,
Press and hold [
1
Enter your PIN and select
2
Select a language you want and select
3
Select your home time zone and select
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Set the time and date and select
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].
Done (if necessary).
Save.
Next.
Next.
To turn o your device, press and hold [ ] and select Yes .
Follow all posted warnings and directions from •
ocial 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,
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switch to the ight mode. In Menu mode, select
Settings
→
Flight mode
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Get to know your device
Device layout
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Earpiece
Volume key
Front camera lens
(for video calls)
Proximity sensor
Touch screen
Multifunction jack
Rear camera lens
Flashbulb
Lock key
Speaker
Headset/
TV-out cable jack
Back cover
Menu key
Dial key
Mouthpiece
Power/End key
Camera key
Internal antenna
Back cover lock
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Keys
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Key Function
Make or answer a call; In Idle
mode, retrieve logs of your calls
and messages.
Access Menu mode; Launch the
task manager to view all active
applications (press and hold);
In Idle mode or while using an
application, access Smart search
(press twice).
Turn the device on or o (press
and hold); End a call; In Menu
mode, return to Idle mode.
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Dial
Menu
Power/
End
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
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Key Function
Lock
Camera
Idle screen
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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.
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.
Lock the touch screen and keys;
Unlock the touch screen and keys
(press and hold).
In Idle mode, turn on the camera;
In Camera mode, take a photo or
record a video.
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Indicator icons
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Icons shown on the display may vary depending on
your region or service provider.
Icon Denition
Signal strength
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
Wi-Fi connected
Call missed
Bluetooth activated
Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset
connected
Icon Denition
Voice call in progress
Video call in progress
SOS message feature activated
Call diverting activated
Synchronising with PC
Memory card inserted
New text or multimedia message
New email message
New voice mail message
Alarm activated
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Normal prole activated
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Icon Denition
Silent prole activated
Current time
Battery power level
Shortcuts panel
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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 o the device's
volume and check new messages and alerts.
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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
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contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic
discharges can cause the touch screen to
malfunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into
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contact with water. The touch screen may
malfunction in humid conditions or when
exposed to water.
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