SAMSUNG Wave II User Manual

GT-S8530

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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards.

This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device.

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mode, select Settings

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followed by Wi-Fi)

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(represents the Power/Reset/End key)

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Assembling ............................................................. 11

Unpack .................................................................................... 11

Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ........................ 12

Charge the battery ............................................................... 13

Insert a memory card (optional) ....................................... 16

Getting started ....................................................... 19

Turn your device on and off ............................................... 19

Get to know your device ..................................................... 20

Use the touch screen ........................................................... 26

Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys ..................... 27

Access menus ........................................................................ 28

Launch and manage applications .................................... 30

Use widgets ............................................................................ 31

Customise your device ........................................................ 32

Enter text ................................................................................ 36

Communication ..................................................... 41

Calling ..................................................................................... 41

Logs .......................................................................................... 47

Messages ................................................................................ 47

Email ........................................................................................ 52

ChatON .................................................................................... 55

IM .............................................................................................. 56

Social Hub .............................................................................. 56

Contents

Entertainment ........................................................ 57

Camera .................................................................................... 57

Videos ...................................................................................... 67

Gallery ..................................................................................... 68

Music ....................................................................................... 70

Music Hub .............................................................................. 73

FM radio .................................................................................. 74

Java .......................................................................................... 77

Personal information ............................................ 78

Contacts .................................................................................. 78

Calendar ................................................................................. 81

Task .......................................................................................... 83

Memo ...................................................................................... 84

Voice recorder ....................................................................... 84

Web .......................................................................... 87

Internet ................................................................................... 87

Navigation .............................................................................. 90

Samsung Apps ...................................................................... 91

Synchronise ........................................................................... 92

YouTube .................................................................................. 93

Google ..................................................................................... 93

Connectivity ........................................................... 94

Bluetooth ................................................................................ 94

Wi-Fi ......................................................................................... 96

AllShare ................................................................................... 98

Mobile network sharing ................................................... 100

GPS ......................................................................................... 101

Contents

TV connections (TV out mode) ....................................... 103

PC connections ................................................................... 104

VPN connections ................................................................ 106

Tools ....................................................................... 108

Calculator ............................................................................. 108

Caster ..................................................................................... 108

Clock ...................................................................................... 109

My files .................................................................................. 111

Voice commands ................................................................ 114

Settings .................................................................. 115

Access the Settings menu ................................................ 115

Flight mode .......................................................................... 115

Wi-Fi ....................................................................................... 115

Network ................................................................................ 115

Bluetooth .............................................................................. 116

Location ................................................................................ 116

Connectivity ........................................................................ 116

Sound .................................................................................... 117

Display .................................................................................. 117

General .................................................................................. 118

Accounts ............................................................................... 123

Notification .......................................................................... 123

Call .......................................................................................... 124

Messages .............................................................................. 124

Email ...................................................................................... 126

Contacts ................................................................................ 127

Calendar ............................................................................... 128

Memo .................................................................................... 128

Internet ................................................................................. 128

Music player ......................................................................... 129

Gallery ................................................................................... 130

Samsung Apps .................................................................... 130

AllShare ................................................................................. 130

Communities’ upload ........................................................ 130

Search .................................................................................... 130

Troubleshooting .................................................. 131

Safety precautions ............................................... 137

Index ...................................................................... 149

Contents

Assembling

Unpack

Check your product box for the following items:

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Mobile device

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Battery

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Quick start guide

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

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

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.

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The supplied accessories perform best for your device.

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

Assembling

Install the SIM or USIM card and battery

When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.

To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,

If the device is on, press and hold the Power key and select

Ye s to turn it off.

Remove the back cover.

Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured

contacts facing down.

If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can only use your device’s non-network services and some menus.

Assembling

Insert the battery.

Replace the back cover.

Charge the battery

Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery.

You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable.

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

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

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If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot turn on the device, even with the travel adapter connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before you try to turn on the device.

Charge with a travel adapter

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Open the cover of the multifunction jack.

Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the

multifunction jack.

will also be empty. If the battery level

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

Assembling

Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power

outlet.

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

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While the device is charging, the touch screen may not function due to an unstable power supply. If this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the device.

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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance.

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

When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel

adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.

Do not remove the battery before removing the travel adapter. Doing this may cause damage to the device.

To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use. The travel adapter does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the travel adapter from the outlet when not in use to avoid wasting power. The travel adapter should remain close to the socket when in use.

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Charge with a USB cable

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Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.

Open the cover of the multifunction jack.

Plug one end (micro-USB) of the USB cable into the

multifunction jack.

Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on a

PC.

Depending on the type of USB cable you are using, it may take some time before charging begins.

When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the USB

cable from the device and then from the PC.

Insert a memory card (optional)

To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card. Your device accepts microSD microSDHC 32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and type).

Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.

memory cards with maximum capacities of

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Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the lifespan of memory cards.

Assembling

Remove the back cover and the battery.

Insert a memory card.

Lock the memory card in place.

Replace the battery and the back cover.

Remove the memory card

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Ensure that the device is not currently using the memory

card.

Remove the back cover and the battery.

Remove the memory card.

Replace the battery and the back cover.

Format the memory card

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Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device.

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In Menu mode, select Settings

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Format memory card

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

Ye s .

General → Memory →

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Getting started

Turn your device on and off

To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.

To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key and select Ye s .

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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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To use your device's non-network services only, switch to Flight mode. In Menu mode, select Settings and drag the slider next to Flight mode.

Getting started

Get to know your device

Device layout

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Earpiece

Volume key

Home key

Dial key

Mouthpiece

Front camera lens

Proximity sensor

Touch screen

Power/Reset/End key

Getting started

Multifunction jack

Speaker

Rear camera lens

Flashbulb

Lock key

Camera key

Internal antenna

Headset/ TV-out cable jack

Back cover

Back cover lock

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Keys

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Key Function

Make or answer a call; In Idle mode,

Dial

retrieve logs of your calls and messages.

In Idle mode, switch between the widget panel and the idle screen; Return to the idle screen; Launch

Home

the task manager to view all active applications (press and hold); Launch the voice command application (press twice).

Turn the device on or off (press and

Power/

Reset End

hold); Reset the device (press and hold for 8-10 seconds until the SAMSUNG

logo appears; End a call; While using an application, return to the idle screen or the main menu.

Volume Adjust the device’s volume.

Lock the touch screen and keys; Unlock

Lock

the touch screen and keys (press and hold).

In Idle mode, turn on the camera; In

Camera

Camera mode, take a photo or record a video.

1. If your device has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes, you may need to reset the device to regain functionality.

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Idle screen

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

The idle screen has multiple panels, and you can add new panels to the idle screen.

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

Indicator icons

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Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.

Icon Definition

No signal

Signal strength

Flight mode activated

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Network searching

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

Open Wi-Fi APs available

Getting started

Icon Definition

Wi-Fi AP connected

Call missed

Synchronised with a web server

Bluetooth activated

Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headset connected

Virtual Private Network (VPN) connected

Voice call in progress

Video call in progress

SOS message feature activated

Call diverting activated

Synchronising with PC

Wi-Fi tethering activated

Memory card inserted

New text or multimedia message

New email message

New voice mail message

Alarm activated

Getting started

Icon Definition

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

Music playback in progress

Music playback paused

Silent & vibration mode activated

Silent mode activated

Vibration mode activated

FM radio turned on in the background

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Notifications panel

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In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area at the top of the screen and drag your finger down to open the notifications panel.

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

Current time

Battery power level

Getting started

Use the touch screen

Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen.

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To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools.

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

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For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device.

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Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body. For best performance, tap the touch screen with your fingertip. The touch screen will not react to touches of sharp tools, such as a stylus or pen.

Control your touch screen with the following actions:

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Tap: Tap once with your finger to select or launch a menu, option, or application.

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Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds to open a pop-up option list.

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Drag: Tap and drag your finger up, down, left, or right to move to items on lists.

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

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

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Flick: Flick the screen quickly to activate an application.

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

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Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use the device for a specified period. To turn on the screen, press the Lock key.

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

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

Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys

You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations.

To lock, press the Lock key. To unlock, press and hold the Lock key. You can also press the Lock key and flick the window with your finger.

You can activate the device lock feature to prevent others from using or accessing your personal data and information saved in your device.

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Getting started

Access menus

To access your device’s menus,

In Idle mode, select

When the help screen for adding shortcuts to the idle

screen appears, select OK. If you do not want to see the screen again, select the

check box next to Do not show again.

Scroll left or right to a screen.

You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to move directly to the corresponding screen.

Select a menu or application.

Select 5 to return to the previous screen (if available); press the Home key to return to idle screen.

When you return to the first idle screen, the help screen for editing the idle screen panels appears. If you do not want to see the screen again, select the check box next to Do not show again.

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Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device while using some features, the interface will automatically switch to landscape view. To set the interface to keep the orientation when you rotate the device, open the notifications panel and select Auto rotation.

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While using the device, you can capture an image of a screen by pressing the Home key and the Lock key simultaneously. The image will be saved in My files

Images → Screen capture.

Menu to access Menu mode.

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Getting started

Organise applications

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

To add a shortcut to the idle screen,

In Menu mode, tap and hold the screen.

Drag the application icon to an idle screen panel at the

bottom of the screen.

To change the order of applications,

In Menu mode, tap and hold an application.

Drag an application icon to the location you want.

You can move an application icon to another screen.

To add a folder,

In Menu mode, tap and hold the screen.

Select 2 at the top left of the screen.

Drag an application icon to the folder.

Repeat this step to add more applications.

Select the new folder.

Select the name field, enter a name for the folder, and

select Save.

Before you delete a folder, you need to move the applications in the folder to the screen. Then, select

Getting started

To change the order of the screens,

In Menu mode, place your two fingers on the screen and

pinch.

Tap and hold the thumbnail of a screen and drag it to the

location you want.

Add new screens

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In Menu mode, tap and hold the screen.

Tap and hold an application icon.

Drag the application icon to an empty screen.

The new screen is added.

Launch and manage applications

Launch multiple applications

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

To launch multiple applications, press the Home key while using an application to return to Idle mode, and then select an application to launch.

Use the task manager

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

Press and hold the Home key. The icons of active

applications appear.

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