Samsung SMJ120P Users Manual

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English . 10/2015. Rev.1.0

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Table of Contents

Basics

4Read me first

5 Package contents

6Device layout

8Battery

13 SIM or USIM card

16Memory card

17Turning the device on and off

18Touchscreen

21	Home screen
26	Lock screen
27	Notification panel
28	DRAFT,
	Entering text
29	Screen capture
29	Opening apps
30	Device and data management
Applications
33	Installing or uninstalling apps
34	Phone
37	Contacts
38	Messages
40	Internet
41	Email
42	Camera

48		Gallery
49		Smart Manager
51		S Planner		INAL
52		Music
53		Video	F
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		Voice Recorder
55		My Files
55		Memo
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		Clock
57		Calculator
N		Radio
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59		Theme Store

Settings

60 Introduction

60 WLAN

62Bluetooth

63Airplane mode

64WLAN hotspot and tethering

65Data usage

65SIM card manager

66Mobile networks

66More connection settings

67Sounds and notifications

67 Display

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68Applications

68Wallpaper

68Lock screen and security

69Privacy

69Accessibility

70Accounts

71Reset

71Language and input

71Battery

72Storage

72Date and time

73User manual

73About device

Appendix

74 Troubleshooting

79 Notices

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Read me first

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

•	Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
•	Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
	model specifications, or device’s software.
•	Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
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	Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
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•	Samsung is not liable for performance issues or inc	mpatibilities caused by edited
	registry settings or modified operating system s ftware. Attempting to customise the
	operating system may cause the device or apps toOTwork improperly.
•	Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
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	are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
	purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
	use of media.

• You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and

	downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
	large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
•	Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
	supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
	the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, 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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Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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

Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information

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•Quick start guide

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

•The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible

•withDRAFT,other devices.

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

•Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

•Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on

manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer to the Samsung website.CheckPackage

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Device layout

Multipurpose jack

Speaker

Front camera

Proximity sensor

Touchscreen

Home key

Recents key

Flash

Back cover

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		Power key
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		Headset jack
		Microphone
		Rear camera

Loud speaker

Volume key

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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.

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

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

Keys
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Power	•	Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
	•	Press to turn on or lock the screen.
Recents	•			F
		Tap to open the list of recent apps.
	•	Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.
Home			OT
	• Press to return to the Home screen.
Back	•	Tap to return to the previ us screen.
Volume	•		N
		Press to adjust the device volume.
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Battery

Installing the battery

1 Remove the back cover.

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	Be careful not to damage your fingernails when y u remove the back cover.
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	Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
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	Insert the battery with the battery’s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the
	device’s contacts.
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3 Replace the back cover.

Removing the battery

1	Remove the back cover.
2	Pull out the battery.

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Charging the battery

Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.

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

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

NOT Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any

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2 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.

3After 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.

Viewing the remaining charging time

While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps →Settings →Battery.

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The actual charging time may vary depending on he s atus of your device and the
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charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you
charge the device in very cold or very hot c nditi ns.
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•OptimiseDRAFT,the device using the Smart manager.

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

•Activate power saving mode.

•Close unnecessary apps.

•Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.

•Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.

•Deactivate auto-syncing of apps.

•Decrease the backlight time.

•Decrease the screen brightness.Your

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Battery charging tips and precautions

•	When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
•	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.
•	If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps 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 apps after fully charging the
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	The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
	battery.
•	If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not
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	function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
•	While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not
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	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.
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Ultra power saving mode

Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs the following:

•Restricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only.

•Deactivates the mobile data connection when the screen turns off.

•Deactivates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features.

On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →Battery →Ultra power saving mode, and

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To deactivate ultra power saving mode, tap MORE →Turn off Ultra power s ving mode.

The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device sett gs a d operating
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SIM or USIM card
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Installing the SIM or USIM card
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Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.

• Only microSIM cards work with the device.

• In some areas, data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted.

• Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For more information about service availability, contact your service provider.

1 Remove the back cover and battery.

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2Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Insert the primary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 1 ( 1 ) and the secondary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 2 ( 2 ).

•Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. IfFa memoryINALcard happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the deviceOTo a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card.

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	Replace the battery and back cover.

Removing the SIM or USIM card

1	Remove the back cover and battery.
2	Pull out
		the SIM or USIM card

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Using dual SIM or USIM cards

If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device.

Activating SIM or USIM cards

On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →SIM card manager. Select a SIM or USIM card and tap the switch to activate it.

If both cards are activated, you can receive calls and messages on each card. However,
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if you are on a call using one card, the other card cannot be used to receive new
calls. These situations apply to voice calls only. Data calls or video c lls m y perform
differently.

Changing the display name and icon of SIM or USIM cards

On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →SIM card manager. Select a SIM or USIM card,
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and tap Name or Icon. Set a display name and icon for each card.
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When two SIM or USIM cards are activated, card selection icons appear on the dashboard of
the notification panel. Open the notification panel and then select a card.
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Memory card

Installing a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.

	•	Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
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		incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
		stored in it.
	•	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
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		Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens he lifespan of memory cards.
	•	When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
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		appears in the My Files →SD card folder.
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	Remove the back cover.
2	Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
3	Replace the back cover.

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Removing the memory card

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

On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →Storage →Unmount SD card.

1	Remove the back cover.
2	Pull out the memory card.
3	Replace the back cover.

		Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or ccessing
		information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or d m ge 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.
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Formatting the memory card			F

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

Turning the device on and off

memory card on the device.			OT
On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →Storage →Format SD card →FORMAT SD
CARD →DELETE ALL.			N
		Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
		important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
		cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
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Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.

When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device.

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

•If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume key down simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

•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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are outside of the touch input area.

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Touchscreen

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

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

•The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which

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	It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.
Tapping			F
To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character
using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with your finger.
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Tapping and holding

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

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Dragging

To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

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Swiping

Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts.

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Spreading and pinching	F

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

Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.

To view other panels, swipe to the left or right.

Home screen options

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen,

• Wallpapers: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.

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An app											Screen indicators
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• Widgets: Add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.

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•Themes: Change the device’s theme. Visual elements of interface, such as colours, icons, and wallpapers, will change depending on the selected theme.

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Adding items
Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.

Moving and removing an item

To add widgets, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap Widgets, tap and hold a
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widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.
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Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen.

To remove an item, tap and hold the item. Then, drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.

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Creating folders

1 On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.

2Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.

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	Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name.

To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.

Managing panels

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel. To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap .

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

To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.

To set a panel as the main Home screen, tap .

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Apps screen

The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.

On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right.

Moving items

On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location.

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2	Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.
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	Drop the app when a folder frame appears around he apps.
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	A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.
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4	Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name.

To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.

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Flight mode activated

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Meaning

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Indicator icons

Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.

Icon

	No signal
/	Signal strength
/	Currently accessing SIM or USIM card
/	Roaming (outside of normal service area)
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	EDGE network connected		F
	UMTS network connected
	HSDPA network connected
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/	LTE network connected (LTE-enabled models)
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	Wi-Fi connected
	Bluetooth feature activated
	GPS activated
	Call in progress
	Missed call
	New text or multimedia message
	Alarm activated
	Mute mode activated
	Vibration mode activated
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Lock screen

Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the screen, press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction.

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You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your
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On the Apps screen, tap Settings →Lock screen and security →Screen lock type, and then N

select a screen lock method. The device requires an unl ck c de whenever unlocking it.

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

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

PIN

A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Password

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

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