Samsung SM-C101 Operating Instructions

User Manual

SM-C101

www.samsung.com

About this manual

This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s
high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail
the device’s functions and features.

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

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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

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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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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.

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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

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use of media.

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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select
an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.

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About this manual

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

Copyright

Copyright © 2014 Samsung Electronics

This guide is protected under international copyright laws.

No part of this guide 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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About this manual

Trademarks

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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

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Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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

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Table of Contents

Getting started

8 Device layout

9 Buttons

10 Package contents

11 Installing the SIM or USIM card and

battery

16 Charging the battery

18 Inserting a memory card

20 Attaching a hand strap

21 Turning the device on and off

21 Holding the device

22 Locking and unlocking the device

22 Adjusting the volume

22 Switching to silent mode

42 Setting up accounts

43 Transferring files

44 Securing the device

46 Upgrading the device

Communication

47 Phone

53 Contacts

56 Messages

58 Email

60 Google Mail

61 Hangouts

61 Google+

62 Photos

Basics

23 Indicator icons

24 Using the touch screen

28 Control motions

32 Notifications

33 Home screen

36 Locked screen

37 Using applications

37 Applications screen

39 Help

39 Entering text

41 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

62 ChatON

Web & network

63 Internet

64 Chrome

65 Bluetooth

66 Screen Mirroring

67 Samsung Link

67 Group Play

68 NFC

69 S Beam

69 WatchON

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Camera: Basic functions

71 Launching Camera

73 Taking photos

73 Taking videos

74 Viewing photos and videos

74 Using the zoom ring

75 Taking photos or videos with voice

commands

76 Taking photos or videos with filter

effects

76 Changing shooting options quickly

77 Reducing camera shake

77 Using face detection

78 Tips for taking clearer photos

102 Face detection

103 Photo size

103 Quality

103 Auto contrast

103 Adjust image

104 Timer

104 OIS (anti-shake)

105 Video recording options

105 Sharing options

105 Camera settings

Media

107 Music

109 Paper Artist

Camera: Shooting modes

82 Auto

83 Smart

94 Expert

95 My mode

Camera: Shooting options
and settings

96 Customising shooting options

96 EV (brightness)

97 ISO (sensitivity)

98 WB (light source)

99 Metering

100 Drive mode

101 Flash

109 Gallery

113 Story Album

113 Video

115 Video Editor

115 YouTube

116 Photo Suggest

Application & media stores

117 Play Store

118 Samsung Hub

118 Samsung Apps

119 Play Books

119 Play Movies & TV

119 Play Music

120 Play Games

120 Play Newsstand

101 Focus mode

102 Focus area

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Utilities

121 S Memo

124 S Planner

Troubleshooting

126 Dropbox

127 Cloud

128 Drive

128 Clock

130 Calculator

131 S Translator

132 Voice Recorder

134 S Voice

135 Google

136 Voice Search

136 My Files

137 Downloads

137 TripAdvisor

Cleaning the device

Travel & local

138 Maps

Settings

139 About Settings

139 Connections

143 My device

154 Accounts

154 More

157 Google Settings

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Getting started

Headset jack

IrLED

Microphone for sound

Device layout

Proximity/Light sensor

Front camera

Earpiece

Home button

Menu button

Multipurpose jack

recording

Speaker

GPS antenna

Power button

Volume button

Touch screen

Shutter button

Back button

Microphone

Zoom ring

AF-assist light

Flash

Main antenna

8

Lens

Tripod mount

NFC antenna

Memory card slot

Eyelet for strap

Getting started

The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you record voice memos or take
videos.

Do not use the device if it is cracked or broken. Broken glass or acrylic could cause
injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it
repaired.

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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

Buttons

Button Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

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Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to reset the device if

Power

Menu

Home

Back

it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.

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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.

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Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.

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Tap and hold on the Home screen to launch Google search.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

Volume

Shutter

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Press to adjust the device volume.

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Press and hold to turn the camera on.

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In the camera application, half-press to focus on the subject.
When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green.

Press to take the photo.

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Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Battery

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Quick start guide

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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.

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Getting started

Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the
included battery.

Only microSIM cards work with the device.

Remove the back cover.

1

Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.

Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.

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Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards.

2

Inserting the SIM or USIM card improperly may cause serious damage to the device.
Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.

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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to
be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to
remove the memory card.

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Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

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Getting started

Slide the battery lock to the right to unlock it.

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Insert the battery.

5

Make sure to properly align the battery’s gold-coloured contacts when inserting the
battery.

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Slide the battery lock to the left to lock it.

6

Replace the battery cover.

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Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Remove the back cover.

1

Slide the battery lock to the right to unlock it.

2

Pull out the battery.

3

Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

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Getting started

Charging the battery

Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also
used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

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When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low
battery power message.

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.

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If you use multiple applications at once, network applications, or applications
that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid
disconnecting from the network or losing power during a data transfer, always use
these applications after fully charging the battery.

Charging with the charger

Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.

Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge
the battery.

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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.

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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.

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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.

After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the
device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the
device.

To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.

Checking the battery charge status

When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current
battery charge status:

Charging Fully charged

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Getting started

Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options
and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:

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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.

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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the brightness of the display.

Inserting a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the
memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device.

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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.

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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

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The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the
memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the

SD memory card

folder.

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Getting started

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards.

1

Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.

2

Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

Remove the back cover.

1

Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

2

Replace the back cover.

3

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing
information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the
memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the
misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

→

More

→

Storage

→

Unmount SD card

.

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Getting started

Formatting the memory card

A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.

On the Home screen, tap

Format SD card

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

→

Erase everything

Apps

→

Settings

→

More

→

Storage

.

→

Format SD card

Attaching a hand strap

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

→

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Getting started

Turning the device on and off

When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device.

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn the device on and off.

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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas
where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

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Press and hold the Power button and tap
features.

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

Flight mode

to disable the wireless

Power off

.

Holding the device

Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity
problems or drain the battery.

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Locking and unlocking the device

When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button
turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked
if it is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any
direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.

Adjusting the volume

Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound
volume when playing music or video.

Switching to silent mode

Use one of the following methods:

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Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode.

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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap

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Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap

Mute

or

Vibrate

.

Sound

or

Vibrate

.

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Indicator icons

The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the
device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

Icon Meaning

No signal

Signal strength

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

HSPA+ network connected

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

GPS activated

Call in progress

Missed call

Smart screen feature activated

Synced with the web

Connected to computer

No SIM or USIM card

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Icon Meaning

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Silent mode activated

Vibration mode activated

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

Using the touch screen

Use only fingers to use the touch screen.

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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.

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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

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The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.

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Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the
device.

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Finger gestures

Tapping

To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a
character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.

Tapping and holding

Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.

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Dragging

To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the
target position.

Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.

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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, such as contacts.

Pinching

Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

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Control motions

Simple motions allow easy control of the device.

Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Motions and gestures

, and then drag the

Motions and

gestures

switch to the right.

Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control
motions properly.

Rotating the screen

Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the
device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.

To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect

Screen rotation

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Some applications do not allow screen rotation.

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Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The
calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.

.

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Picking up

When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has
turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages.

Holding to ear

While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to
make a call.

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Panning to move

Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to
another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen.

Panning to browse

When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device
in any direction to browse the image.

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Turning over

Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback.

Tilting

Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or
out.

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Notifications

Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new
messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open
the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel,
drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current settings. Drag down from the
status bar, and then tap

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Wi-Fi

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Location

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Sound

mode.

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Screen rotation

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Bluetooth

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Mobile data

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Mobile hotspot

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Screen Mirroring

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S Beam

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NFC

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Sync

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Smart stay

: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.

: Activate or deactivate silent mode. You can vibrate or mute your device in silent

: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.

: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

: Activate or deactivate the data connection.

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.

: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature.

: Activate or deactivate the S Beam feature.

: Activate or deactivate the NFC feature.

: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature.

to use the following options:

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Power saving

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Blocking mode

will block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap

device

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Flight mode

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Hands-free mode

To rearrange the options on the notifications panel, open the notifications panel, tap
, tap and hold an item, and then drag it to another location.

→

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

: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.

: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device

Settings

Blocking mode

: Activate or deactivate flight mode.

: Activate or deactivate hands-free mode.

.

→

My

→

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Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator
icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others.

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

Changing the Home screen mode

The Home screen has standard and easy modes. In easy mode, you can easily access your
favourite contacts, applications, and settings by adding shortcuts to the Home screen.

To switch to easy mode, on the Home screen, tap

→

screen mode

Easy mode

→

Apply

.

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Home

Rearranging items

Adding an application icon

On the Home screen, tap
preview.

Adding an item

Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or pages.

Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following
categories:

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Apps and widgets

Apps

, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel

: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen.

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Folder

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Page

: Create a new folder.

: Create a new page.

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Moving an item

Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the
side of the screen.

Removing an item

Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home
screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the item.

Rearranging panels

Adding a new panel

Tap →

Edit page

→ .

Moving a panel

Tap →

Edit page

, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

Removing a panel

Tap →
top of the screen.

Edit page

, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the

Setting wallpaper

Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.

On the Home screen, tap
following:

•

Gallery

: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the

→

Set wallpaper

→

Home screen

, and then select one of the

Internet.

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Live wallpapers

•

Photos

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Wallpapers

Select an image, resize the frame if necessary, and then set it as wallpaper.

: See images in

: See animated images.

Photos

: See wallpaper images.

.

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Using widgets

Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your
Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen.

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Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in
additional charges.

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

Adding widgets to the Home screen

On the Home screen, tap
tap and hold a widget to add it to the Home screen. Put it on a location you want, resize it by
dragging the frame if necessary, and then tap anywhere on the screen to save the location of
the widget.

Apps

→

Widgets

. Scroll left or right on the widgets panel, and then

Using the setting shortcut widget

On the Home screen, tap
a list of setting options. Select a setting option to add it to the Home screen as a shortcut.

Apps

→

Widgets

, and then tap and hold

Settings Shortcut

to open

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Locked screen

The locked screen prevents the device from unwanted operation when not in use and also
allows you to add convenient widgets.

Adding widgets

To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Applications screen, tap

→

device

Tap the widgets panel area at the upper part of the screen. Scroll right to the last page, tap
and then select a widget to add to the locked screen.

Lock screen

You cannot use widgets on the locked screen in easy mode or when the security
features are activated.

, and then tick

Multiple widgets

.

Settings

→

My

,

Rearranging panels

Moving a panel

Scroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to
a new location.

Removing a panel

Scroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to
the rubbish bin at the top of the screen.

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Using applications

This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet
applications.

Opening an application

On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it.

Opening from recently-used applications

Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.

Select an application icon to open.

Closing an application

Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.

Press and hold the Home button, tap
To close all running applications, tap
and then tap

.

, and then tap

End all

. Alternatively, press and hold the Home button,

End

next to an application to close it.

Applications screen

The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications
installed.

On the Home screen, tap

To view other panels, scroll left or right.

Apps

to open the Applications screen.

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Rearranging applications

This feature is available only in the customisable grid view.

Tap
another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

→

Edit

, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to

Organising with folders

Put related applications together in a folder for convenience.

Tap
name and then tap
to save the arrangement.

→

Edit

, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to

OK

. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap

Create folder

. Enter a folder

Rearranging panels

Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

Installing applications

Use application stores, such as

Samsung Apps

, to download and install applications.

Save

Uninstalling applications

Tap →

Uninstall/disable apps

Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled.

, and then select an application to uninstall it.

Disabling applications

Tap →

To enable the application, on the Applications screen, tap

manager

Uninstall/disable apps

, scroll to

•

Downloaded applications and some default applications that come with the
device cannot be disabled.

•

When you use this feature, disabled applications disappear from the Applications
screen but are still stored in the device.

DISABLED

, and then select an application to disable it.

, select the application, and then tap

Settings

→

More

Enable

.

→

Application

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Basics

Help

Access help information to learn how to use the device and applications or configure
important settings.

Tap

Help

on the Applications screen. Select a category to view tips.

To sort categories by an alphabetical order, tap

To search for keywords, tap

.

.

Entering text

Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.

Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.

Changing the keyboard type

Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap
the type of keyboard to use.

Choose input method

, and then select

Using the Samsung keyboard

Set options for the Samsung

keyboard.

Enter uppercase.

Enter punctuation marks.

Delete a preceding character.

Break to the next line.

Enter a space.

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Basics

Entering uppercase

Tap before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice.

Changing language keyboards

Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language
keyboards.

Entering text by voice

Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays
what you speak.

If the device does not recognise your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an
alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list.

To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language.

Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap

Cut

to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

To paste it into a text entry field, tap and hold at the point where it should be inserted, and
then tap

Paste

.

Copy

to copy or

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Basics

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other
devices. (p. 139)

Turning Wi-Fi on and off

Open the notifications panel, and then tap

•

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.

•

Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.

Wi-Fi

to turn it on or off.

Joining Wi-Fi networks

On the Applications screen, tap
switch to the right.

Select a network from the list of detected Wi-Fi networks, enter a password if necessary, and
then tap
connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will automatically connect to it any time it is available.

Connect

. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. After the device

Settings

→

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

, and then drag the

Wi-Fi

Adding Wi-Fi networks

If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap
bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in
type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap

Network SSID

Add Wi-Fi network

, select the security

Connect

.

at the

Forgetting Wi-Fi networks

Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the
device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then
tap

Forget

.

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Basics

Setting up accounts

Google applications, such as
requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best
experience with the device.

Play Store

, require a Google account, and

Samsung Apps

Adding accounts

Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to
set up a Google account.

To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap

Accounts

then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. More than one Google
account can be used on the device.

Set up a Samsung account as well.

→

Add account

→

Google

. After that, tap

New

to sign up, or tap

Settings

Existing

→

, and

Removing accounts

On the Applications screen, tap

accounts

, select the account to remove, and then tap

Settings

→

Accounts

, select an account name under

Remove account

.

My

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Transferring files

Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice
versa.

Connecting with Samsung Kies

Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media contents and personal
information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung
website.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch,
double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

2

Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.

Connecting with Windows Media Player

Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Open Windows Media Player and sync music files.

2

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Basics

Connecting as a media device

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Open the notifications panel, and then tap

2

device (MTP)

Camera (PTP)

Tap
not have any appropriate driver installed.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

3

.

if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or

Connected as a media device

→

Media

Securing the device

Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by
using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

Setting a face unlock

On the Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Face unlock

Fit your face in the frame to be captured. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock
the screen in case the face unlock fails.

.

Setting a face and voice unlock

On the Applications screen, tap

Face and voice

Fit your face in the frame to be captured and then set a voice command. Then, set a backup
unlock PIN or pattern to unlock the screen in case the face and voice unlock fails.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

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Basics

Setting a pattern

On the Applications screen, tap

Pattern

Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.
Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Setting a PIN

On the Applications screen, tap

PIN

.

Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Setting a password

On the Applications screen, tap

Password

Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password
again to verify it.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

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Basics

Unlocking the device

Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock
code.

If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.

Upgrading the device

The device can be upgraded to the latest software.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Upgrading with Samsung Kies

Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically
recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update
button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on
how to upgrade.

•

Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is
upgrading.

•

While upgrading the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer.
Doing so may interfere with the update process.

Upgrading over the air

The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air
(FOTA) service.

On the Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

More

→

About device

→

Software update

→

Update now

.

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Communication

Phone

Use this application to make or answer a call.

Tap

Phone

Making calls

Making a call

Use one of the following methods:

•

Keypad

•

Logs

on the Applications screen.

: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap .

: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages.

•

Favourites

•

Contacts

: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts.

: Make a call from the contacts list.

Speed dial numbers

For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit.

Number prediction

When entering numbers on the keypad, automatic predictions appear. Select one of these to
make a call.

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Communication

Finding contacts

Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As
characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it.

Making an international call

Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone
number, and then tap

.

During a call

The following actions are available:

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

: Select an equaliser option for use during a call.

: Increase the volume.

: Take a photo and send it to the other party via messaging.

•

The device will turn off the microphone and mute the call for a few seconds when
emitting shutter sounds.

•

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Hold

: Hold a call. Tap

Add call

Keypad

End call

: Dial a second call.

: Open the keypad.

: End the current call.

Unhold

to retrieve the held call.

•

Speaker

the speakerphone.

•

Mute

•

Headset

•

Swap

•

Merge

parties. This feature is available only if the multiparty call service is active.

: Activate the speakerphone. Keep the device away from your ears when using

: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.

: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.

: Switch between two calls.

: Make a multiparty call when connected to two calls. Repeat this to add more

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Communication

•

•

•

•

•

→

Contacts

→

Memo

→

Message

→

Transfer

the conversation.

→

Manage conference call

multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call.

: Open the contacts list.

: Create a memo.

: Send a message.

: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from

: Have a private conversation with one party during a

Adding contacts

To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap

to contacts

.

Sending a message

Tap →

Send message

to send a message to the number on display.

Add

Viewing call logs

Tap

Logs

to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.

To filter a call log, tap

→

View

, and then select an option.

Fixed dialling number

The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. Those
prefixes are stored in the SIM or USIM card.

Tap
and then enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. Tap

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Fixed Dialling Numbers

FDN list

→

Enable FDN

and add numbers.

,

Call barring

The device can be set to prevent certain calls from being made. For example, international
calling can be disabled.

Tap
barring option, and then enter a password.

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Call barring

, select a call type, select a call

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Communication

Receiving calls

Answering a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.

If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When the second call is
answered, the first call is put on hold.

Rejecting a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.

To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards. To
create the rejection message, tap

→

Call settings

→

Set up call reject messages

.

Automatically rejecting calls from unwanted numbers

Tap →
then tap

Call settings

Auto reject list

→

Call rejection

. Tap

Create

→

Auto reject mode

, enter a number, assign a category, and then tap

→

Auto reject numbers

, and

Save

.

Missed calls

If a call is missed, appears on the status bar. Open the notifications panel to view the list of
missed calls.

Call waiting

Call waiting is a service provided by the service provider. A user can use this service to
suspend a current call and switch to an incoming call. This service is not available for video
calls.

→

To make use of this service, tap

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Call waiting

.

Call forwarding

The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number.

Tap
type and condition. Enter a number and tap

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Enable

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Call forwarding

.

, and then select a call

Communication

Video calls

Making a video call

Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video
call.

During a video call

The following actions are available:

•

Switch camera

•

Mute

: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.

•

End call

: End the current call.

: Switch between the front and rear camera.

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

→

Hide me

→

Outgoing image

→

Keypad

→

Switch to headset

→

Speaker off

→

Animated emotions

→

Theme view

→

Enable cartoon view

: Hide your image from the other party.

: Open the keypad.

: Deactivate the speakerphone feature.

: Select an image to show it to the other party.

: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.

: Apply emotional icons to your image.

: Apply decorative icons to your image.

: Change the view mode to the cartoon view.

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Communication

Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options:

•

Capture image

•

Record video

It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other party’s prior
permission.

Tap and hold your image to access the following options:

•

Switch camera

•

Outgoing image

: Capture the other party’s image.

: Take a video of the other party’s images.

: Switch between the front and rear camera.

: Select an image to show it to the other party.

Swapping images

Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images.

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Communication

Contacts

Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and
others.

Tap

Contacts

Managing contacts

Creating a contact

Tap and enter contact information.

•

: Add an image.

•

/ : Add or delete a contact field.

on the Applications screen.

Editing a contact

Select a contact to edit, and then tap .

Deleting a contact

Tap →

Delete

.

Setting a speed dial number

Tap →
remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap

Speed dial setting

, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To

Remove

.

Searching for contacts

Use one of the following search methods:

•

Scroll up or down the contacts list.

•

Use the index at the right side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger
along it.

•

Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.

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Communication

Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:

•

: Add to favourite contacts.

•

/ : Make a voice or video call.

•

•

: Compose a message.

: Compose an email.

Displaying contacts

By default, the device shows all saved contacts on the device, the SIM or USIM card, or
another account.

Tap

→

Contacts to display

, and then select a location where contacts are saved.

Moving contacts

Moving contacts to Google

Tap →

Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with

Merge accounts

→

Merge with Google

.

in the contacts list.

Moving contacts to Samsung

Tap →

Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with

Merge accounts

→

Merge with Samsung

Importing and exporting contacts

Importing contacts

Tap →

USB storage

Exporting contacts

Tap →

storage

Import/Export

.

Import/Export

.

→

Import from SIM card, Import from SD card

→

Export to SIM card, Export to SD card

.

in the contacts list.

, or

, or

Import from

Export to USB

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Communication

Sharing contacts

Tap →

Share namecard via

, select contacts, tap

Done

, and then select a sharing method.

Favourite contacts

Tap , and then take one of the following actions:

•

Search

•

Add to Favourites

•

Remove from Favourites

•

Grid view

•

Help

: Search for contacts.

: Add contacts to favourites.

: Remove contacts from favourites.

/

List view

: Access help information about using contacts.

: View contacts in grid or list form.

Contact groups

Adding contacts to a group

Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap

Done

.

Managing groups

Tap , and then take one of the following actions:

•

Create

•

Search

•

Change order

position, and then tap

•

Delete groups

deleted.

•

Help

: Make a new group.

: Search for contacts.

: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another

Done

: Select user-added groups, and then tap

: Access help information about using contacts.

.

Delete

Sending a message or email to a group’s members

Select a group, tap →

Send message

or

Send email

, select members, and then tap

. Default groups cannot be

Done

.

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Communication

Business card

Create a business card and send it to others.

Tap

Set up my profile

address, and then tap
select the business card in

, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal

Save

. If user information has been saved when you set up the device,

ME

, and then tap to edit.

Tap

→

Share namecard via

, and then select a sharing method.

Messages

Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).

Tap

Messages

You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are
outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider.

Sending messages

Tap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap .

Use the following methods to add recipients:

•

Enter a phone number.

on the Applications screen.

•

Tap , select contacts, and then tap

Use the following methods to make a multimedia message:

•

Tap , and attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.

•

Tap →

Add subject

to enter a subject.

Done

.

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Sending scheduled messages

While composing a message, tap →
The device will send the message at the specified time and date.

•

If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network,
or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

•

This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.

Scheduling

. Set a time and date, and then tap

Translating and sending messages

To use the translating feature, while composing a message, tap →

Translate

Tap
message of the source language.

switch to the right, set a language pair, and then tap OK.

to translate the message, and then tap

Done

. The translated message will replace the

Translate

Done

, drag the

.

Viewing incoming messages

Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact.

Select a contact to view the person’s message.

Listening to a voice message

Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider.

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Email

Use this application to send or view email messages.

Tap

Email

Setting up email accounts

on the Applications screen.

Set up an email account when opening

Enter the email address and password. Tap
Mail, or tap
instructions to complete the setup.

To set up another email account, tap

Manual setup

for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen

Email

Next

→

Settings

for the first time.

for a private email account, such as Google

→

Add account

.

Sending messages

Tap the email account to use, and then tap at the bottom of the screen. Enter recipients,
subject, and message, and then tap

Tap

Tap

Tap
message.

to add a recipient from the contacts list.

to attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.

→ to insert images, events, contacts, location information, and others into the

.

Sending scheduled messages

While composing a message, tap →
and date, and then tap
date.

•

If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network,
or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

•

This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.

Done

. The device will send the message at the specified time and

Scheduled email

. Tick

Scheduled email

, set a time

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Communication

Reading messages

Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new
messages, tap

.

Tap a message to read.

Add this email address to the

contacts list.

Forward the message.

Reply to all recipients.

Mark the message as a reminder.

Open attachments.

Delete the message.

Go to the previous or next
message.

Reply to the message.

Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap

Save

to save it.

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Communication

Keep this message for

Google Mail

Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.

Tap

Google Mail

•

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service
provider.

Sending messages

In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap .

on the Applications screen.

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

→

Attach file

→

Add Cc/Bcc

→

Save draft

→

Discard

→

Settings

→

Send feedback

→

Help

to access help information for the Google Mail.

to attach multimedia files.

to add more recipients.

to save the message for later delivery.

to start over.

to change the Google Mail settings.

to report your opinions for application development.

Reading messages

long-term storage.

Add this email address to the

contacts list.

Delete this message.

Mark the message as unread.

Reply to all recipients or forward
this message to others.

Preview attachment.

Reply to this message.

Mark the message as a
reminder.

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Labels

Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is
launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox.

Tap

Tap

To add a label to a message, select the message, tap
label to assign.

→

Refresh

to view messages in other labels.

to manually retrieve new messages.

→

Change labels

and then select the

Hangouts

Use this application to chat with others.

Tap

Hangouts

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results
to start chatting.

on the Applications screen.

Google+

Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service.

Tap

Tap

Tap

Google+

All

to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your circles.

to use other social network features.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

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Photos

Use this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services.

Tap

Photos

Select one of the following categories:

•

ALL

•

HIGHLIGHTS

images or videos in the group.

Then, select an image or video.

While viewing it, use one of the following icons:

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

: View all the images or videos that are taken or downloaded to the device.

: View images or videos grouped by date or album. Tap to view all of the

•

: Modify the image.

•

: Share the image or video with others.

•

: Delete the image or video.

ChatON

Use this application to chat with any device. To use this application, you must sign in to your
Samsung account or verify your phone number.

Tap

ChatON

Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by
selecting buddies from the list of suggestions.

Select buddies from the list and tap

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

to start chatting.

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Web & network

Internet

Use this application to browse the Internet.

Tap

Internet

Viewing webpages

Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go.

on the Applications screen.

Tap

To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next
to the web address.

to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage.

Opening a new page

Tap →

To go to another webpage, tap

New window

.

, scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it.

Searching the web by voice

Tap the address field, tap → , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested
keywords that appear.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Bookmarks

To bookmark the current webpage, tap →

To open a bookmarked webpage, tap

, and then select one.

Add bookmark

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.

Web & network

History

Tap →
history, tap

History

→

to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the

Clear history

.

Links

Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy.

To view saved links, use

Downloads

. (p. 137)

Sharing webpages

To share a webpage address with others, tap →

To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap

Share via

.

Share via

Chrome

Use this application to search for information and browse webpages.

.

Tap

Chrome

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Viewing webpages

Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria.

Opening a new page

Tap →

To go to another webpage, tap

New tab

.

→ a webpage.

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Web & network

Searching the web by voice

Tap the address field, tap → , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested
keywords that appear.

Syncing with other devices

Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged
in with the same Google account.

To view open tabs on other devices, tap

To view bookmarks, tap

.

→

Other devices

. Select a webpage to open.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use
Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices.

•

Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or
received via the Bluetooth feature.

•

Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.

•

Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your device.

•

Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies
of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes).

Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth
feature.

To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap

Bluetooth

, and then drag the

Bluetooth

switch to the right.

Settings

→

Connections

→

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Pairing with other Bluetooth devices

On the Applications screen, tap
detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto­generated passkey on both devices to confirm.

Settings

→

Connections

→

Bluetooth

→

Scan

, and

Sending and receiving data

Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is

→

select an image, tap
that, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device to receive the image.
The transferred file is saved in the
contacts list automatically.

Bluetooth

, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices. After

Bluetooth

folder. If a contact is received, it is added to the

Gallery

. Open

Gallery

,

Screen Mirroring

Use this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or
HomeSync and then share your contents. You can also use this feature with other devices that
support the Wi-Fi Miracast feature.

•

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

Miracast-enabled devices that do not support High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP) may not be compatible with this feature.

•

Some files may be buffered during playback, depending on the network
connection.

•

To save energy, deactivate this feature when not in use.

•

If you specify a Wi-Fi frequency, AllShare Cast dongles or HomeSync may not be
discovered or connected.

•

If you play videos or games on a TV, select an appropriate TV mode to get the best
experience.

On the Applications screen, tap
device, open or play a file, and then control the display with the keys on your device. To
connect to a device using a PIN, tap and hold the device name to enter the PIN.

Settings

→

Connections

→

Screen Mirroring

. Select a

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Samsung Link

Use this application to play content saved on remotely located devices or web storage
services over the Internet. You can play and send multimedia files on your device to another
device or web storage service.

To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more
devices. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type.

Tap

Samsung Link

on the Applications screen.

To start
follow the on-screen instructions.

Samsung Link

•

This application may not be available depending on the region or service
provider.

•

You may incur additional charges when downloading this application via the
mobile network. To avoid additional charges, contact your service provider.

, you need to download and install the application. Tap

Install

and

Group Play

Use this application to view content on multiple devices by sharing the device’s screen. Create
or join a Group Play session, and then share images or documents or listen to music. You can
also enjoy online games.

Group Play

Tap

To start

Group Play

on the Applications screen.

, you need to download and install the application. Tap

Install

and follow

the on-screen instructions.

•

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

While using this application, you cannot access the Internet through the Wi-Fi
network.

•

You may incur additional charges when downloading this application via the
mobile network. To avoid additional charges, contact your service provider.

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NFC

Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information
about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for
transportation or events after downloading the required applications.

The device contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the device carefully to avoid
damaging the NFC antenna.

If the screen is locked, your device will not read NFC tags or receive data.

To activate the NFC feature, on the Applications screen, tap

NFC

Drag the

switch to the right.

Settings

→

Connections

→

NFC

Reading information from an NFC tag

To read information from an NFC tag, place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device
near the NFC tag. The information from the tag will appear.

Making a purchase with the NFC feature

Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile
payment service. To register or get details about the service, contact your service provider.

Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader.

Sending data via Android Beam

Use the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and contacts, to NFC-enabled

.

devices.

On the Applications screen, tap
switch to the right.

Select an item, find the location of the NFC antenna on the other device, touch the other
device’s antenna with your device’s antenna, and then tap your device’s screen.

Settings

→

Connections

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→

NFC

. Drag the

Android Beam

Web & network

S Beam

Use this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents.

Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright
laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of
copyrighted data.

On the Applications screen, tap
to the right.

Select an item, find the location of the NFC antenna on the other device, touch the other
device’s antenna with your device’s antenna, and then tap your device’s screen.

If both devices try to send data simultaneously, the file transfer may fail.

Settings

→

Connections

→

S Beam

. Drag the

S Beam

switch

WatchON

Use this application to connect to a TV to watch your favourite shows and movies.

Tap

WatchON

You must first connect the device to a network and ensure that the device’s infrared port is
facing the TV.

on the Applications screen.

Connecting to a TV

Connect to a TV to display the device’s screen onto a large surface and control the TV
remotely with the device.

Select a country, region, and broadcast service. Follow the on-screen instructions to register
the TV to the device. The steps vary depending on the options you choose.

To connect to other devices, tap

→

Settings

→

My room

→

Add devices

.

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Watching TV

Select from the TV programme suggestions based on your choice when registering a TV or

to select a category. Select a TV programme and then tap

tap
programme will show up on the connected TV.

Tap

and open the control panel to control the TV.

Watch now

. The selected

Setting programme reminders

Tap the time at the bottom of the screen and select a time for a TV programme you want to
watch. Select a programme, tap
TV programme.

Reminder

, and then set an alarm time to remind you of the

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View more options

Launching Camera

Use this application to take photos or videos.

Tap

Camera

Use

Gallery

Camera etiquette

•

Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.

•

Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.

on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press and hold the Shutter button.

to view photos and videos taken with the device. (p. 109)

•

The camera automatically shuts off when unused.

•

Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in
some modes that require high resolutions.

•

Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.

Learning the preview screen

Switch between the

front and rear

Zoom in or out.

View photos and

videos you have

camera.

Focus frame.

taken.

Indicate which
shooting mode is in
use.

Take photos.

Change the
shooting mode.

Start taking a video.

Select among
various effects that
are available.

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Learning icons

The icons displayed on the preview screen provide information about current shooting
options and settings. The icons listed in the table below are the most common.

Icon Meaning

Shutter speed

Aperture value

Exposure value

ISO sensitivity

Timer

Flash

Macro

Metering

White balance

Continuous shooting

Bracket mode

Voice recognition

Geotagging

Share shot

Buddy photo share

ChatON photo share

Remote viewfinder

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Taking photos

Half-press the Shutter button to focus on the subject. When the subject is in focus, the focus
frame turns green. Press the Shutter button to take the photo.

Or, tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is
in focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap

to take the photo.

Taking videos

Tap to take a video. To stop recording, tap .

While recording, tap where you want to focus to change the focus.

•

You can take videos up to 25 minutes at one time.

•

When using a memory card with a slow writing speed, the device may not be able
to save the video properly. It may stop recording, or recorded video frames may
become corrupted.

•

Memory cards with slow writing speeds do not support high-resolution video. To
record high-resolution video, use memory cards with faster writing speeds (micro
SDHC Class10 or higher).

•

The video frame size may appear smaller depending on video resolution and frame
rate.

•

If you set the image stabiliser option, the image stabiliser sound may be recorded.

•

If the zoom function is activated when taking videos, the camera may record the
noise of the zoom operating. To decrease the zoom noise, activate the quiet zoom
feature. (p. 105)

•

If you change the shooting angle of the camera suddenly while taking a video, the
camera may not be able to record images accurately.

•

If you tap the screen to change the focus manually while taking a video, the touch
sound may be recorded.

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Viewing photos and videos

To view taken photos or videos, tap the gallery icon. Scroll left or right to view the next or
previous image. (p. 109)

Using the zoom ring

Zooming in and out

Rotate the zoom ring clockwise to zoom in or anticlockwise to zoom out.

•

The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting a
video.

•

If you rotate the zoom ring too fast, the zoom function may not function, in order
to protect the lens.

•

When using the zoom function, the lens moves back and forth to adjust the focus
before it sets the precise zoom ratio that you intend to use.

•

To maintain a natural view angle, the zoom ratio increases in larger increments as it
gets higher.

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Launching Camera or Gallery

On the Home screen, rotate the zoom ring to access the quick launch screen for the camera
and gallery. You can launch the camera by selecting one of your favourite shooting modes.

Taking photos or videos with voice commands

Use the voice recognition to take photos or videos with voice commands.

Tap

→ . Say a shooting command, such as Smile, Cheese, or Record video.

To check more voice commands for controlling the camera, tap

→ .

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Taking photos or videos with filter effects

Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos.

Tap

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode.

No effect

Vignette

effect of Lomo cameras.

Greyscale

Sepia

Vintage

Faded colours

Turquoise

Tint

Cartoon

Moody

Rugged

Oil pastel

: Do not apply an effect.

: This effect applies the retro-looking colours, high contrast, and strong vignette

: This effect makes the image black and white.

: This effect red-shifts the background scenery.

: This effect gives the image a vintage look and feel.

: This effect applies a soft turquoise colour effect.

: This effect applies a colour tint effect.

: This effect applies a cartoon painting effect.

: This effect applies a mono cartoon painting effect.

: This effect applies a rugged effect.

: This effect applies a pastel painting effect.

: This effect fades the colour of the image.

•

Fisheye

visual effect of a fisheye lens.

: This effect blackens the edges of the frame and distorts objects to imitate the

Changing shooting options quickly

Tap to change shooting options quickly. The available options vary by mode.

•

: Configure settings for Camera.

•

: Activate or deactivate the flash.

•

: Use this to set delayed-time shots.

•

: Activate or deactivate the photo suggestion feature. (p. 116)

•

: Access help information about using the camera.

•

: Activate or deactivate the voice recognition to take photos.

•

: Activate or deactivate the sharing options.

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Before correction After correction

Reducing camera shake

Use the Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) feature to reduce or eliminate blurriness from camera
shake.

In expert mode, tap

→ →

OIS (anti-shake)

Using face detection

Taking a smile shot

, and select an option.

The camera automatically detects a smiling face, and releases the shutter.

In expert mode, tap

Aim the camera at a human subject, and press the Shutter button. When the camera detects a
smiling face, the camera automatically takes the photo.

→ →

Face detected Smile detected

Face detection

→

Smile shot

.

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Detecting eye blinking

If the camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes more photos in succession.

In expert mode, tap

Aim the camera at a human subject. When the camera detects a human face, a white frame
appears around the face. If the eyes are closed at the exact moment when the Shutter button
is pressed, the camera automatically takes more photos in succession.

→ →

Face detection

→

Blink detection

.

Tips for taking clearer photos

Holding the camera correctly

Make sure not to block the screen, lens, flash, or microphone.

Make sure not to expose the lens to direct sunlight. This may discolour the image
sensor, or cause it to malfunction.

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Half-pressing the Shutter button

Press the Shutter button halfway down to adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus,
exposure, and white balance automatically, and the focus frame turns green. The focus frame
turns red if not focused.

Reducing camera shake

Set the Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) option to reduce camera shake optically. (p. 77)

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Keeping the subject in focus

Focusing on the subject may be difficult in the following conditions:

•

When the contrast between the subject and background is low. For example, the subject
is wearing clothing that is similar in colour to the background.

•

The light behind the subject is too bright.

•

The subject is shiny or reflective.

•

The subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds.

•

The subject is not positioned in the centre of the frame.

Using the focus lock

Half-press the Shutter button to focus. When the subject is focused, you can change the
composition. When you are ready, press the Shutter button to take the photo.

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When taking photos in low-light conditions

•

Turn the flash on to take photos in low-light conditions. (p. 101)

•

Adjust the ISO sensitivity. (p. 97)

When subjects are moving rapidly

Use the continuous shooting option to take photos of moving subjects. (p. 84)

To take several photos continuously, use memory cards with faster writing speeds
(micro SDHC Class10 or higher).

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Camera: Shooting modes

Auto

Use this to take photos with scene modes selected automatically by the camera. In this
mode, the camera recognises surrounding conditions and automatically adjusts factors that
contribute to exposure, including the shutter speed, aperture value, metering, and white
balance. As the camera controls most of the functions, some shooting options are limited.
This mode is useful for capturing quick snapshots with the least amount of adjustment.

MODE

Tap

To display an icon for a scene mode at the top right of the preview screen when you half­press the Shutter button, tap

→

Auto

.

→ → →

•

The camera may detect different scenes, even the same subjects, depending on
external factors, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject.

•

If the camera does not recognise an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default
settings for this mode.

•

Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on
the subject’s position or lighting.

•

In this mode, the camera consumes more battery power due to constant changing
of settings when selecting appropriate modes.

Detection display

→ On.

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Smart

Use this to take photos with predefined settings for various scenes.

Smart mode suggest

Use this to take photos with one of the smart modes that the camera automatically suggests.

Tap

MODE

Half-press the Shutter button, select a mode from the suggested list, and then press the
Shutter button to take a photo. If you do not select a mode from the suggested list, the
camera will take a photo in Auto mode.

→

Smart

→

Smart mode suggest

.

To reset the selected mode, tap

.

Beauty face

Use this to take photos with lightened faces for gentler images.

Tap

MODE

Press the Shutter button to take a photo. Tap a face, and adjust effects. To switch between the
original and the adjusted photo, tap

→

Smart

→

Beauty face

.

Before & After

. Tap

Save

to save the photo.

Best photo

Use this to take multiple photos in a short time, and then choose the best photos among
them.

Tap

MODE

Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. Tap and hold thumbnails of photos to save,
and then tap

→

Smart

Save

→

Best photo

.

.

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Continuous shot

Use this to take a series of photos of moving subjects.

Tap

MODE

While holding the camera steady, press and hold the Shutter button to take several photos
continuously.

→

Smart

To take several photos continuously, use memory cards with faster writing speeds

→

Continuous shot

.

(micro SDHC Class10 or higher).

Best face

Use this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best
possible image.

Tap

MODE

Press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. To get the best shot, hold the camera steady
and remain still while taking photos. Tap the yellow frame on each face, and choose the best
individual face for the subject. After choosing a face for each individual, tap
the images into a single photo, and save it.

→

Smart

→

Best face

.

Save

to merge

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Kids shot

Use this to play a funny sound to get a kid’s attention when shooting.

Tap

MODE

Press the Shutter button. The camera emits the attention sound and takes multiple photos
when it detects a face.

→

Smart

→

Kids shot

.

To change the attention sound, tap

→ → →

Distraction sounds

Landscape

Use this to take photos of blue skies and landscapes with richer colours.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Landscape

.

Dawn

Use this to take photos of the dawn sky in subtle colours.

.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Dawn

.

Snow

Use this to take brighter photos of snow scenery.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Snow

.

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Camera: Shooting modes

Macro

Use this to take photos of very close subjects.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Macro

.

Hold the camera steady to prevent blurry photos.

Food

Use this to take photos of food in more colourful tones.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Food

.

Party/Indoor

Use this to take crisp indoor photos.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Party/Indoor

.

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Without effect With effect

Action freeze

Use this to take photos of subjects moving at high speed.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

Use in bright daylight is recommended.

→

Action freeze

.

Rich tone(HDR)

Use this to take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. The camera
automatically takes several photos with various exposure values, and then merges them into
one photo. The photo taken at the original exposure value is saved also.

MODE

Tap

While holding the camera steady, press the Shutter button to take multiple photos.

→

Smart

→

Rich tone(HDR)

.

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•

This feature may be affected by camera shake, lighting, movement of the subject,
and shooting environment.

•

The flash is disabled in this feature.

•

When taking a photo of moving subjects, an afterimage may appear.

•

Using a tripod is recommended.

Panorama

Use this to take wide panoramic photos.

Tap

MODE

Press the Shutter button to take a photo, and then move the camera in one direction. When
the blue frame aligns with the preview screen, the camera automatically takes another shot
in the panoramic sequence. To stop shooting, press the Shutter button again. Photos are

→

Smart

→

Panorama

.

automatically combined into one panoramic image.

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•

Avoid the following for best results:

–

Moving the camera too quickly or too slowly.

–

Moving the camera too little to take the next photo.

–

Moving the camera at irregular speeds.

–

Shaking the camera.

–

Changing the camera direction while taking a photo.

–

Taking photos in low-light conditions.

–

Taking photos of moving subjects.

–

Taking photos where the brightness or colour of the light changes.

–

Taking photos of a subject in front of unrecognisable backgrounds, such as
empty skies or plain walls.

•

Shooting is stopped under the following conditions:

–

Changing the distance from the subject while shooting.

–

Moving the camera too quickly.

–

Not moving the camera.

•

The camera may stop taking photos due to composition or movement within the
scene.

•

The camera may not take the last scene entirely if you stop moving the camera at
the exact position where you want the scene to end. To take the entire scene, move
the camera slightly beyond the position you want the scene to end.

Waterfall

Use this to take photos of waterfalls.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Waterfall

.

The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter speed when the camera takes
photos. Make sure to use a tripod.

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Animated photo

Use this to create a photo in which selected objects move by freezing or animating moving
objects automatically detected by the camera.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Animated photo

.

Press the Shutter button to take a photo. Tap
animate or freeze the detected moving objects.

To trim the photo, tap
end bracket to the desired ending point, and then tap
direction of the animation. Then, tap

Trim

, move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the

Save

Animate

to save the photo.

or

Freeze

Done

, and then rub the screen to

. Tap

Direction

to change the

Drama

Use this to take a series of photos and combine them to create an image that shows trails of
the movement.

Tap

MODE

While holding the camera steady, press the Shutter button to take several photos
continuously. Tap

→

Smart

Save

→

Drama

to save the file.

.

To get the best shot, follow these tips. The camera may not take photos properly in
other shooting conditions.

•

Hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos.

•

Take photos of a subject that is moving in one direction.

•

Take photos with backgrounds that are free of moving objects.

•

Avoid taking photos of a subject and background with similar colours.

•

Avoid taking photos of a subject that is too close or too far away to fit within the
screen or that is too long such as a bus or a train.

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Eraser

Use this to erase moving objects in the background.

Tap

MODE

Press the Shutter button to take a series of photos. The camera erases traces of movement

→

Smart

→

Eraser

.

from a moving object. To restore the original photo, tap

Save

highlighted area, and then tap

•

Hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos.

•

When taking photos of an object and background with similar colours, the camera
may not recognise all of the movement.

•

When taking photos of a subject that is moving very little or moving a great deal,
the camera may not recognise all of the movements.

•

If there are multiple subjects moving in the background, the camera may not
recognise all of the movement.

.

Show moving objects

Sound & shot

Use this to take a photo with sound.

Tap

MODE

The camera records a few seconds of audio after taking a photo.

→

Smart

→

Sound & shot

.

, tap the

To set the camera to record sound before or after taking a photo, tap

While taking photos in this mode, sound is recorded by the internal microphone.

→ → →

Sound

.

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Camera: Shooting modes

Silhouette

Use this to take photos of dark shapes against a light background.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

To maximise the silhouette effect, take photos at a location that is bright.

→

Silhouette

.

Sunset

Use this to take photos of the sunset.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Sunset

.

Night

Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash.

Tap

MODE

While holding the camera steady, press the Shutter button to take multiple photos. Photos
are automatically merged into a single photo.

→

Smart

→

Night

.

The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter speed when the camera takes
photos. Make sure to use a tripod.

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Camera: Shooting modes

Fireworks

Use this to take photos of fireworks.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

→

Fireworks

.

The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter speed when the camera takes
photos. Make sure to use a tripod.

Light trace

Use this to take photos of the light trailing in low-light conditions.

Tap

MODE

→

Smart

The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter speed when the camera takes

→

Light trace

.

photos. Make sure to use a tripod.

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functions.

Rotate to change the

Expert

Use this to take photos and videos with manual adjustment of various shooting options,
including the shutter speed, aperture value, exposure value, and ISO sensitivity.

value for the

shooting option.

Display descriptions

of modes and

Rotate to select a
shooting option.

Use colour wizard
mode.

Use program mode.

Use manual mode.

Program mode

In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture value so that
an optimal exposure value can be achieved. This mode is useful when you want to capture
shots of constant exposure while being able to adjust other settings.

MODE

Tap

→

Expert

→ P, and set the desired shooting options.

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Colour wizard mode

This mode lets you adjust the colour by changing the EV (brightness), colour saturation,
contrast, and sharpness manually. In this mode you can control the colour of your photos.

Tap

MODE

→

Expert

→ C, and set the desired shooting options.

Manual mode

This mode lets you adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. In this mode, you
can fully control the exposure of your photos. This mode is useful in controlled shooting
environments, such as a studio, or when it is necessary to fine-tune camera settings. This
mode is also recommended for shooting night scenes or fireworks.

Tap

MODE

→

Expert

•

If you set a high ISO value or open the shutter for a long time, image noise may
increase.

•

Use a tripod and shutter release to prevent your camera from shaking.

•

The longer you open the shutter, the longer it takes to save a photo. Do not turn
the camera off while the camera saves a photo.

•

You can select one of two different aperture values. Available values vary
depending on the zoom ratio.

→ M, and set the desired shooting options.

My mode

Use this to register your favourite shooting modes and select them conveniently. You can
register up to 5 modes.

Tap

MODE

→

My mode

→

Edit

, and then select your favourite shooting modes. After

completing your selection, tap

Done

to save it.

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Camera: Shooting options and settings

Customising shooting options

Various shooting options are provided with your camera. With them, you can take more
customised photos and videos.

Tap

Select an option, and then save it.

to access shooting options. Depending on the mode selected, you may tap → .

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Available options may differ depending on the shooting mode, the lens you are
using, and the shooting conditions.

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Depending on the option selected, some settings may not be available.

EV (brightness)

The camera automatically sets the exposure by measuring the levels of light from the photo’s
composition and the position of a subject. If the exposure set by the camera is higher or lower
than you expected, you can adjust the exposure value manually.

MODE

Tap
the exposure value.

→

Expert

→ P / C. Rotate the shooting options dial to

EV (brightness)

, and adjust

Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+)

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ISO 800 ISO 3200

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When taking a photo, if the appropriate exposure value cannot be decided, use the

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Taking photos with higher exposure value may result in blurry photos due to the
slower shutter speed.

option to take multiple photos with different exposure values.

ISO (sensitivity)

The ISO sensitivity value represents the sensitivity of the camera to light.

The higher the ISO sensitivity, the more sensitive the camera is to light. Consequently, by
selecting a higher ISO sensitivity, you can take photos in dim or dark places at faster shutter
speeds. However, this may increase electronic noise and result in a grainy photo.

Tap

MODE

select an ISO sensitivity.

Examples

→

Expert

→ P / M. Rotate the shooting options dial to

ISO (sensitivity)

, and

ISO 100 ISO 400

Increase the ISO value in places where flash use is prohibited. You can take a clear
photo by setting a high ISO value without having to secure more light.

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WB (light source)

White balance represents the light source that influences on the colour of a photo.

The colour of a photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the
colour of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the
white balance, or adjust colour temperature manually. You can also adjust colour for the
preset light sources so that the colours of the photo match the actual scene under mixed
lighting conditions.

In expert mode, tap

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Auto

: Use automatic settings depending on the lighting conditions.

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Daylight

: Use this for sunny days. This option results in photos closest to the natural

→ →

WB (light source)

, and then select an option.

colours of the scene.

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Cloudy

: Use this for cloudy days or in shadows. Photos taken on cloudy days tend to be

more bluish than on sunny days. This option offsets that effect.

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Fluorescent_H

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Fluorescent_L

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Tungsten

: Use this under daylight fluorescent or 3-way fluorescent lights.

: Use this under white fluorescent lights.

: Use this under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps. Incandescent tungsten

bulbs tend to have a reddish hue. This option offsets that effect.

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Custom

: Use this to set a custom white balance. Aim the lens at a piece of white surface,

and then press the Shutter button.

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K

: Use this to manually adjust the colour temperature of the light source. Colour
temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the specific type of light
source. As the colour temperature increases, the colour distribution becomes cooler.
Alternatively, as the colour temperature decreases, the colour distribution becomes
warmer. Drag the slider or tap

or to adjust the colour temperature.

10,000 K

8,000 K

6,000 K
5,000 K

4,000 K

3,000 K

2,000 K

Clear sky

Fluorescent H
Cloudy

Daylight

Fluorescent L

Halogen lamp

Tungsten

Candle light

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Examples

Auto WB Daylight

Cloudy Tungsten

Metering

The metering mode refers to the method the camera measures the quantity of light.
The camera measures the amount of light in a scene, and in many of its modes, uses the
measurement to adjust various settings. For example, if a subject looks darker than its actual
colour, the camera takes an overexposed photo of it. If a subject looks lighter than its actual
colour, the camera takes an underexposed photo of it.

In expert mode, tap

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Matrix

sufficient or insufficient, the camera adjusts the exposure by averaging the overall
brightness of the scene. This mode is suitable for general photos.

: The camera calculates the amount of light in multiple areas. When light is

→ →

Metering

, and then select an option.

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Spot

: The camera calculates the amount of light in the centre. When you take a photo
in conditions where there is a strong backlight behind a subject, the camera adjusts the
exposure to shoot a subject correctly.

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Centre-weighted

mode. It sums up the amount of light in the centre portion of the shot (60–80 %) and that
of the rest of the shot (20–40 %).

: The camera calculates a broader area than the camera does in spot

Drive mode

Use this option to set the shooting method. Continuous shots are recommended for shooting
the rapid motion of fast moving subjects, such as racing cars.

In expert mode, tap

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Single shot

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Continuous shot

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different exposure values (one a step lighter, the original, and one a step darker). Use a
tripod to prevent blurry photos.

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: Use this to take a single photo.

: Use the auto exposure bracketing option to take three consecutive photos with

Saving photos may take longer depending on the memory card’s capacity and
performance when taking photos continuously.

Using a tripod is recommended when taking photos continuously.

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: Use this to take a series of photos of moving subjects.

Drive mode

, and select an option.

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