Samsung HOMESYNC User Manual

User Manual

GT-B9150

www.samsung.com

About this manual

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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.

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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the manual, refer to the Samsung website,

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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device. Applications related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications, contact service providers.

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The content may differ from the operating system of the user’s computer.

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The device has similar functions to those on personal computers, but some features are different and not supported.

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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung.

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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources

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may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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The device can be upgraded to the latest software. For more information, refer to the Samsung website.

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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media.

About this manual

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Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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

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Music are trademarks of Google, Inc.

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Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors, but cannot be operated outdoors.

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Table of Contents

Getting started

7 Key features

7 Device layout and function

9 Package contents

9 Installation

11 Turning on the device

12 Connecting to a smartphone

13 Connecting to audio equipment

14 Resetting the device

Basics

15 Controlling a screen

19 Entering text

19 Home screen

20 Opening an application

21 Applications screen

22 Setting up accounts

22 Notifications

Web & network

27 Internet

29 Screen Mirroring

Media

30 Music Player

31 Gallery

32 Video Player

33 YouTube

Application & media stores

34 Video Hub

34 Play Store

35 Samsung Apps

36 Play Movies

36 Play Music

23 Transferring files

24 Setting up user profiles

25 Backing up or restoring data

26 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Utilities

37 POLARIS Office

38 Google

39 My Files

39 Downloads

39 McAfee VirusScan

Table of Contents

Settings

40 About Settings

40 Wi-Fi

41 Bluetooth

41 Ethernet

41 Nearby devices

41 Play nearby device content

42 Sound

42 Display

42 Storage

42 Application manager

43 Location services

43 Lock screen

43 Member management

44 Security

44 Language and input

46 Content backup and restoration

46 Backup and reset

46 Add account

46 Mouseover

46 Audio output

47 Date and time

47 Accessibility

47 About device

Appendix

48 Upgrading the device

50 Troubleshooting

Safety information

Getting started

Use this device to play multimedia files on large screens that support the High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). You can also save and share files with family members via the Home cloud storage. Install download content, add and manage multiple user accounts, use it as a remote control for the screen (TV or monitor), and more.

HomeSync

application on your smartphone to upload and

Key features

The device’s key features include:

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Home cloud service with mass storage

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Multiple user management

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Easy setup with the NFC feature

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Automatic uploading

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Media playback on large screens

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Screen mirroring

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Easy control with

HomeSync

application

Device layout and function

Notification

light

Power button

Functions

button

Power adaptor

port

microUSB port

LAN cable port

S/PDIF port

USB port (3.0)

HDMI cable port

Getting started

Name Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

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Power button

Functions button

Press and hold for more than 8 seconds to reset the device.

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Press to confirm secure pairing with your smartphone.

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Press and hold for a few seconds to capture a screenshot.

Power adaptor port

microUSB port

HDMI cable port

USB port (3.0)

S/PDIF port

LAN cable port

Some items, including monitors, smartphones, and peripherals may not be compatible with the device.

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Connect a power cable to supply power.

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Connect to a computer using a microUSB cable.

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Connect to a monitor (TV or computer) using an HDMI cable.

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Connect to a compatible device, such as a smartphone or camera, or an external USB storage device using a USB cable.

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Connect to a keyboard or mouse using a USB cable.

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Connect to audio equipment using an S/PDIF cable.

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Connect to a network using a LAN cable.

Notification light

The notification light alerts you to the device’s status with the following colours.

Colour Status

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Network connected

Blue (steady)

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Ready to download or upload data

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Upcoming events

Green (steady)

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Application being updated

Red (blinking)

Yellow (steady)

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Failed to recognise internal hard disk drive (HDD)

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Network connection error

Getting started

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items.

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Device

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Power adaptor/Power cord

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LAN cable

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HDMI cable (A-to-A)

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The items supplied with the device may vary depending on the region or service provider.

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You can purchase additional accessories: USB cable, S/PDIF cable, and microUSB cable.

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Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

Installation

Connect the device to a monitor that supports the High Definition Multimedia Interface

(HDMI) using the HDMI cable.

For more information, refer to the user manual for the monitor.

Getting started

Connect a LAN cable to the LAN cable port on the device to connect to a network.

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To set the static IP, access

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You can let the device connect automatically to the Wi-Fi network your

Settings

→

Ethernet

→

Configure Ethernet device

smartphone uses, or you can connect to a Wi-Fi network by accessing

Wi-Fi

. However, to establish a better connection, it is recommended to use the LAN

cable.

Connect the power adaptor to the device, and then connect the power cord to the

electrical socket.

Settings

→

Getting started

Turning on the device

Press and hold the Power button to turn on the device.

Turn on the connected monitor.

For better picture quality, follow the on-screen instructions when setting up the device for the first time and select a screen aspect ratio to fit the original screen. Or, access

Settings

→

Display

→

Screen size

Turning off the device

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then press and hold the Power

button again or select

For more information about how to control the screen, see page 15.

Do not disconnect the power adaptor from the device while applications are running. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage to the device.

Getting started

Connecting to a smartphone

Connect and register the device to a smartphone. You can upload and download content, add and manage multiple user accounts, use it as a remote control for the screen (TV or monitor), and more. To use this feature, you must download

Samsung Apps

When your smartphone supports the Near Field Communication (NFC) feature, touch the back of your smartphone to the NFC antenna area near the centre of the device to download

Once the device connects to a smartphone, the device will automatically reconnect to it whenever

For more information about compatible smartphones, refer to

Play Store

HomeSync

and install it on your smartphone.

application.

application is activated.

HomeSync

application from

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When your smartphone supports the NFC feature

Activate the NFC feature on your smartphone.

To start

area of the device.

HomeSync

application, touch the back of your smartphone to the NFC antenna

Follow the on-screen instructions.

The NFC antenna area of the smartphone may differ. For more information, refer to the user manual for the smartphone.

Getting started

When your smartphone does not support the NFC feature

You can connect the device to your smartphone via the Bluetooth feature when the smartphone does not support the NFC feature.

If the Bluetooth feature on your smartphone is off, the Bluetooth feature is turned on automatically when

Tap

HomeSync

Tap →

Select the device name from the list of detected devices.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Add device

HomeSync

application launches.

Connecting to audio equipment

You can connect the device to audio equipment, such as home theaters.

Connect the device to audio equipment using an S/PDIF cable.

You can select a sound output format to use by accessing

Settings

→

Audio output

Getting started

Resetting the device

If your device is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for more than 8 seconds.

Resetting may disconnect the device from your smartphone. Connect the device to your smartphone again via the NFC feature or the Bluetooth feature.

Basics

Controlling a screen

Control a screen (TV or monitor) by using your smartphone as a mouse or a remote control.

Tap

HomeSync

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Using the button mode

Touch the button up, down, left, or right to move the blue frame. You can select the focused item by touching

→ on your smartphone, and then switch to control mode you want.

Available control modes may vary depending on the smartphone you use.

You can also connect a mouse to the USB port on the device to control a screen.

Switch to the mirror mouse

mode.

Switch to the cursor mode.

Launch the TV application.

Basics

Using the cursor mode

Control the screen by touching the control pad and scrolling lists with the scroll cursors.

Switch to the mirror mouse

mode.

Switch to the button mode.

Launch the TV application.

Using the mirror mouse

Tap .

The monitor screen appears on your smartphone. Use the touch screen on the smartphone to control the monitor screen.

Using the remote mouse

Tap →

Control the screen by moving the smartphone up, down, left, or right, and then touching the control pad.

To switch to the previous control mode, tap

Remote mouse

→

Button mode

Cursor mode

Controlling the pointer speed

Adjust the pointer speed when using the remote mouse or touch pad.

Tap

→

Pointer speed

. Drag the slider to the left or right and select OK.

Basics

Using the control pad

Tapping

To open an application, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the onscreen keypad, tap it with your finger.

Dragging

Drag left or right to move to another page when is changed to after tapping and holding the control pad.

Drag up or down to scroll through a list when the control pad.

is changed to after tapping and holding

Basics

Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom into an area. Double-tap again to return.

Flicking

Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list.

Pinching

Tap and hold the control pad with two fingers, and then spread them apart on a webpage or image to zoom into an area when

is changed to . Pinch to zoom out.

Basics

Entering text

To enter text, place the cursor at the text input field, and then use the keypad that appears on the screen.

Delete a preceding character.

Enter uppercase.

Enter punctuation

marks.

Set options for the

Samsung keyboard.

Enter uppercase.

Add an item from the clipboard.

Enter a space.

You can also connect a keyboard to the USB port on the device to enter text.

Home screen

The Home screen provides thumbnails for multimedia files and icons for applications. Select

Recommended

select

Apps

The Home screen have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right.

My content

to preview photos, videos, or music in thumbnail view, or

to view icons for applications.

The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.

Select to view other

panels.

Select an application

shortcut.

Select a preview thumbnail to open.

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