Samsung YP-G1EW, YP-G1CW User Manual
YP-G1
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Contents
Assembling ........................................... 10
Unpack ................................................................ 10
Install the battery ............................................. 11
Charge the battery ........................................... 12
Insert a memory card (optional) ................... 14
Attach a hand strap (optional) ...................... 16
Getting started ..................................... 17
Turn your device on and o ........................... 17
Get to know your device ................................. 17
Contents
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Use the touch screen ........................................ 20
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys .. 21
Get to know the idle screen ........................... 21
Access applications .......................................... 23
Customise your device .................................... 25
Enter text ............................................................ 28
Download applications from Android
Market ................................................................. 30
Download les from the web ........................ 31
Synchronise data .............................................. 32
Communication ................................... 34
Skype ................................................................... 34
Qik Video ............................................................. 34
Google Mail ........................................................ 35
Email .................................................................... 36
Talk ....................................................................... 38
Social Hub ........................................................... 39
Entertainment ...................................... 40
Camera ................................................................ 40
Videos .................................................................. 49
Gallery ................................................................. 50
Music .................................................................... 52
FM radio .............................................................. 55
Personal information .......................... 57
Contacts .............................................................. 57
Calendar .............................................................. 60
Memo ................................................................... 61
Voice Recorder ................................................... 62
Web ........................................................ 63
Internet ............................................................... 63
Maps .................................................................... 66
Latitude ............................................................... 68
Places ................................................................... 69
Navigation .......................................................... 69
Google Search ................................................... 70
YouTube .............................................................. 70
Contents
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Samsung Apps .................................................. 72
Market ................................................................. 72
Connectivity ......................................... 73
Bluetooth ............................................................ 73
Wi-Fi ..................................................................... 75
AllShare ............................................................... 77
PC connections .................................................. 79
VPN connections ............................................... 82
Tools ....................................................... 84
Alarm/Clock ........................................................ 84
Calculator ............................................................ 86
Mini Diary ........................................................... 86
Contents
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My Files ................................................................ 87
Task manager .................................................... 88
ThinkFree Oce ................................................ 89
Voice Search ....................................................... 90
Settings .................................................. 91
Access the Settings menu ............................... 91
Wireless and network ...................................... 91
Sound .................................................................. 92
Display ................................................................. 93
Location and security ...................................... 94
Applications ....................................................... 95
Accounts and sync ............................................ 95
Privacy ................................................................. 96
SD card and device storage ............................ 96
Locale and text .................................................. 96
Voice input and output ................................... 97
Accessibility ........................................................ 98
Date and time .................................................... 99
About device ...................................................... 99
Troubleshooting ................................ 100
Safety precautions ............................. 104
Index .................................................... 113
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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device
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Battery•
Travel adapter (charger)•
Quick start guide•
Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or
illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions
that are not covered by your manufacturer's
warranty.
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The items supplied with your device may vary •
depending on the software and accessories
available in your region or oered by your service
provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your
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local Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your
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device.
Accessories other than the supplied ones may not
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be compatible with your device.
Install the battery
To install the battery,
If the device is on, press and hold [
1
Power o to turn it o.
Remove the back cover.
2
Be careful not to damage your ngernails when you
remove the back cover.
] and select
Insert the battery.
3
Replace the back cover.
4
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Charge the battery
Before using the device for the rst time, you must charge
the battery.
You can charge the device with the provided travel adapter
or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries
to explode or damage your device.
When your battery is low, the device will emit a
warning tone and display a low battery message.
The battery icon
battery level becomes too low, the device will
automatically power o. Recharge your battery to
continue using your device.
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will also be empty. If the
Charge with the travel adapter
›
Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
1
the device.
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
2
multifunction jack.
Connecting the travel adapter improperly may
cause serious damage to the device. Any damage
caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power
3
outlet.
You can use the device while it is charging, but it •
may take longer to fully charge the battery.
While the device is charging, the touch screen may
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not function due to an unstable power supply. If
this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the
device.
While charging, the device may heat up. This
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is normal and should not aect your device’s
lifespan or performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your
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device and the charger to a Samsung Service
Centre.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is
4
no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the
device and then from the power outlet.
Do not remove the battery before removing the
travel adapter. Doing so 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 to interrupt the power supply. The travel
adapter should remain close to the socket when
in use.
Charge with the PC data cable
›
Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of
1
the device.
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Plug one end (micro-USB) of the PC data cable into the
2
multifunction jack.
Plug the other end of the PC data cable into a USB port
3
on a PC.
Depending on the type of PC data cable you are
using, it may take some time before charging
begins.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is
4
no longer moving), unplug the PC data cable from the
device and then from the PC.
Insert a memory card (optional)
To store additional multimedia les, you must insert
a memory card. Your device accepts microSD
microSDHC
of 32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and
type).
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memory cards with maximum capacities
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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.
Your device supports only the FAT le structure for •
memory cards. If you insert a card formatted with
a dierent le structure, your device will ask you to
reformat the memory card.
Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten
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the lifespan of memory cards.
When you insert a memory card in your device,
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the le directory of the memory card will appear
in the mnt/sdcard/external_sd folder.
Remove the back cover.
1
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts
2
facing down.
Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it
3
locks in place.
Replace the back cover.
4
Remove the memory card
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Before removing a memory card, rst unmount it for safe
removal.
In Idle mode, select
1
device storage
Remove the back cover.
2
Push the memory card gently until it disengages from
3
the device.
Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
4
Remove the memory card.
5
Replace the back cover.
6
Do not remove a memory card while the device is
transferring or accessing information, as this could
result in loss of data or damage to the memory card
or device.
→ Settings → SD card and
→
Unmount SD card.
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Format the memory card
›
Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause
incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory
card only on the device.
In Idle mode, select
→
storage
Format SD card
Unmount SD card → Format SD 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.
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→ Settings → SD card and device
→
Erase everything.
Attach a hand strap (optional)
Remove the back cover.
1
Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over
2
the small projection.
Replace the back cover.
3
Getting started
Turn your device on and o
To turn on your device,
Press and hold [
1
If you turn on your device for the rst time, follow the
2
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
To turn o your device, press and hold [
Power o.
Follow all posted warnings and directions from •
ocial personnel when in areas where the use of
wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes
and hospitals.
To use your device's non-network services only,
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switch to Flight mode. Press and hold [ ] and
select Flight mode.
].
] and select
Get to know your device
Device layout
›
Proximity sensor
Light sensor
Volume key
Menu key
Front camera lens
Earpiece
Touch screen
Home key
Back key
Mouthpiece
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Headset jack
Rear camera lens
Power/Lock key
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Multifunction jack
Speaker
Back cover
Speaker
Keys
›
Key Function
Turn on the device (press and
Power/
Lock
Menu
Home
Back Return to the previous screen.
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
hold); Access the quick menus
(press and hold); Lock the touch
screen.
Open a list of options available on
the current screen; Open the quick
search bar (press and hold).
Return to the idle screen; Open
the list of recent applications
(press and hold).
Indicator icons
›
Icons shown on the display may vary depending on
your region or service provider.
Icon Denition
WLAN activated
Bluetooth activated
Bluetooth headset connected
GPS activated
Synchronised with the web
Uploading data
Downloading data
Connected to PC
New email message
Icon Denition
Alarm activated
Event notication
Silent mode activated
Flight mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Music playback in progress
Music playback paused
FM radio turned on in the background
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
10:00
Current time
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Use the touch screen
Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or
perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch
screen.
To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use •
sharp tools.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into
•
contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic
discharges can cause the touch screen to
malfunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into
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contact with water. The touch screen may
malfunction in humid conditions or when
exposed to water.
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For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the •
screen protection lm before using your device.
Your touch screen has a layer that detects small
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electrical charges emitted by the human body.
For best performance, tap the touch screen with
your ngertip. 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:
Tap: Touch once with your nger to select or launch a
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menu, option, or application.
Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than 2
•
seconds to open a pop-up option list.
Drag: Tap and drag your nger up, down, left, or right to
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move to items on lists.
Drag and drop: Tap and hold your nger on an item, and
•
then drag your nger to move the item.
Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your nger to zoom
•
in or out while viewing photos or web pages.
Your device turns o the touch screen when you •
do not use the device for a specied period.
You can adjust the backlight time. In Idle mode,
•
open the application list and select Settings →
→
Display
Screen timeout.
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 [
pressing [
window with your nger.
]. To unlock, turn on the screen by
] or the Home key and then ick the grey
Get to know the idle screen
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. Scroll left or right to a
panel of the idle screen.
Add items to the idle screen
›
You can customise the idle screen by adding shortcuts to
applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders. To
add items to the idle screen,
Press [
1
2
] → Add or tap and hold the empty area on
the idle screen.
Select the item category
• : Add widgets. Widgets are small
Widgets
applications that provide convenient functions and
information on your idle screen.
→
an item:
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Shortcuts
• : Add shortcuts to items, such as
applications, bookmarks, and contacts.
Folders
• : Create a new folder or add folders for your
contacts.
Wallpapers
• : Set a background image.
Move items on the idle screen
›
Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears
1
gre y.
Drag the item to the location you want.
2
Remove items from the idle screen
›
Tap and hold an item to remove.
1
The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen.
Drag the item to the trash bin.
2
When the item turns red, release the item.
3
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Use the shortcuts panel
›
In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the
indicator icons area and drag your nger down to open
the shortcuts panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless
connection features and access a list of notications, such
as new email messages, upcoming events, and processing
status. To hide the list, drag the bottom of the list up.
From the shortcuts panel, you can use the following
options:
Wi-Fi
• : Activate or deactivate the WLAN connection
feature.
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Bluetooth
• : Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless
connection feature.
GPS
• : Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.
Sound
• /Vibration: Activate or deactivate Vibration
mode.
Auto rotation
• : Activate or deactivate the auto rotation.
Available options may vary depending on your
region or service provider.
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Add or remove panels to the idle screen
›
You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to
organise widgets according to your preferences and needs.
In Idle mode, press [
1
You can also place your two ngers on the screen and
pinch to switch to Edit mode.
Add or remove panels by using the following features:
2
To remove a panel, tap and hold the thumbnail of a •
panel and drag it to the trash bin at the bottom of
the screen.
To change the order of the panels, tap and hold the
•
thumbnail of a panel and drag it to the location you
want.
When you are nished, press [
3
] → Edit.
].
Access applications
To access your device’s applications,
In Idle mode, select
1
Scroll left or right to another application screen.
2
Select an application.
3
When you use applications provided by Google, •
you must have a Google account. If you do not
have a Google account, sign up for a Google
account.
You can add a shortcut to an application by
•
tapping and holding the application icon from
the application list. You can move the icon to the
location you want on the idle screen.
to access the application list.
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Press [4 ] to return to the previous screen; Press the
Home key to return to the idle screen.
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,
select Settings
Organise applications
›
You can reorganise the applications in the application list
by changing their order or grouping them into categories
to suit your preferences and needs.
In the application list, press [
1
Tap and hold an application.
2
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→
Display → Auto-rotate screen.
] → Edit.
Drag the application icon to the location you want.
3
You can move an application icon to another main
menu screen.
Press [
4
To change the order of the main menu screens,
1
2
›
1
2
] → Save.
In the application list, place your two ngers on the
screen and pinch.
Tap and hold the thumbnail of a screen and drag it to
the location you want.
Access recent applications
Press and hold the Home key to open the list of
applications you have accessed recently.
Select an application to access.
Use the task manager
›
Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than
one application at the same time. However, multitasking
may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or
additional power consumption. To avoid these problems,
end unnecessary programs using the task manager.
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
2
→
manager
The list of all the applications currently running on
your device appears.
To close an application, select
To close all active applications, select Exit all.
Active applications.
Exit.
Task
Customise your device
Get more from your device by customising it to match your
preferences.
Set the current time and date
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Date and time.
Set the time and date and change other options.
2
Turn on or o the touch tone
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Sound → Audible selection.
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Adjust the volume of the device
›
Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the device
volume.
Switch to Silent mode
›
To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following:
Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen and
•
select Sound.
Press and hold [
• ] and select Silent mode.
You can set the device to alert you to various events
in Silent mode. In Idle mode, open the application
list and select Settings
Always or Only in silent mode. When you switch to
Silent mode,
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→
Sound → Vibrate →
will appear in place of .
Activate animation for switching
›
windows
In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings
→
Display → Animation → Some animations or All
animations.
Select a wallpaper for the idle screen
›
In Idle mode, press [1 ] →Wallpaper → an option.
Select an image.
2
Select 3 Save or Set wallpaper.
Samsung is not responsible for any use of default
images or wallpapers provided on your device.
Adjust the brightness of the display
›
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Display → Brightness.
Clear the check box next to
2
Drag the slider
3
Select
4
The brightness level of the display will aect how
quickly the device consumes battery power.
Set a screen lock
›
You can lock the touch screen with an unlock pattern or
password to prevent unauthorised people from using the
device without your permission.
•
•
to adjust the level of brightness.
OK.
Once you set a screen lock, your device will require •
an unlock code each time you turn it on or unlock
the touch screen.
If you forget your pattern or password, bring your
device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.
Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security
codes or private information or other damages
caused by illegal software.
Automatic brightness.
Set an unlock pattern
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock
→
Pattern.
See the on-screen instructions and example patterns
2
and select Next (if necessary).
Draw a pattern by dragging your nger to connect at
3
least 4 dots.
Select
4
5
Continue.
Draw the pattern again to conrm.
Select 6 Conrm.
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Set an unlock password
In Idle mode, open the application list and select
1
Settings → Location and security → Set screen lock
→
Password.
Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select
2
Continue.
Enter the password again and select
3
OK.
Enter text
You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual
keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen.
You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter
text, you should change the writing language to one
of the supported languages.
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Change the keyboard type
›
You can change the keyboard type. Tap and hold the text
input eld and select Input method
Enter text using the Samsung keypad
›
Select 1 → Portrait keypad types and select a text
input method.
You can select one of key input methods (QWERTY or
3x4 keypads) or handwriting input methods.
Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys or writing
2
on the screen.
→
a keyboard type.
You can also use the following keys:
1
2
3
Number Function
1
Change case.
Switch between Number/Symbol mode and
2
ABC mode.
Number Function
Enter text by voice; This icon is available only
when you activate the voice input feature
4
5
6
7
for the Samsung keypad.
3
This feature is available only when •
the wireless connection is active.
This feature may be unavailable
•
depending on the selected input
language.
4
Clear your input.
5
Start a new line.
Access the keypad settings; Change the text
6
input method (tap and hold).
Insert a space; Insert a period (double-tap);
Change the input language (scroll left or
right).
7
Functions of this key may vary
depending on your service provider.
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If you have text input keyboards downloaded from
the web, you can change the keypad type. Tap and
hold the text input eld and select Input method
a keypad type.
Copy and paste text
›
While you are entering text, you can use the copy and
paste feature to use text in other applications.
Place the cursor where you want to start.
1
Tap and hold the text input eld.
2
Select 3 Select text from the option list.
Tap on the place where you want to end.
4
Tap and hold the highlighted text.
5
Select 6 Copy to copy, or Cut to cut the text onto the
clipboard.
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In another application, tap and hold the text input
7
eld.
Select
8
the text eld.
Paste to insert the text from the clipboard into
→
Download applications from Android Market
Based on the Android platform, your device’s functionality
can be extended by installing additional applications.
Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to
shop for games and mobile applications.
This feature may be unavailable depending on •
your region or service provider.
Your device will save user les from downloaded
•
applications to the internal memory.
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