Samsung YP-GI1 User manual

YP -GI1

user manual

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This product meets applicable national SAR limits of 2.0 W/kg. The specific maximum SAR values can be found in the SAR information section of this manual.

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When carrying the product or using it while worn on your body, either use an approved accessory such as a holster or otherwise maintain a distance of 1.5 cm from the body to ensure compliance with RF exposure requirements. Note that the product may be transmitting even if you are not making a phone call.

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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with 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.

Read me first

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Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and proper use.

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The descriptions in this manual are based on the default settings of your device.

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Please keep this manual for future reference.

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Instructional icons

Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual:

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information

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► p. 12 (represents “see page 12”)

Followed by—the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings

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About device (represents Settings, followed by

About device)

[ ] Square brackets—device keys; for example: [

]

(represents the Menu key)

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ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND

This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.

Using this manual

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

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

Install the battery ................................................................. 12

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

Insert a memory card (optional) ....................................... 15

Attach a hand strap (optional) .......................................... 17

Getting started ....................................................... 18

Turn your device on and off ............................................... 18

Get to know your device ..................................................... 19

Use the touch screen ........................................................... 22

Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys ..................... 23

Get to know the idle screen ............................................... 24

Access applications .............................................................. 26

Customise your device ........................................................ 29

Enter text ................................................................................ 32

Download applications from Android Market .............. 34

Download files from the web ............................................ 35

Synchronise data .................................................................. 35

Communication ..................................................... 37

Google Mail ............................................................................ 37

Email ........................................................................................ 39

Talk ........................................................................................... 41

ChatON .................................................................................... 42

Messenger .............................................................................. 42

Contents

Google+ .................................................................................. 43

Social Hub .............................................................................. 43

Entertainment ........................................................ 44

Music ....................................................................................... 44

Videos ...................................................................................... 47

Camera .................................................................................... 48

Gallery ..................................................................................... 57

FM Radio ................................................................................. 59

Personal information ............................................ 62

Contacts .................................................................................. 62

Calendar ................................................................................. 65

Memo ...................................................................................... 66

Voice Recorder ...................................................................... 67

Web .......................................................................... 68

Internet ................................................................................... 68

Maps ........................................................................................ 71

Latitude ................................................................................... 73

Places ....................................................................................... 74

Navigation .............................................................................. 75

YouTube .................................................................................. 76

Samsung Apps ...................................................................... 77

Market ..................................................................................... 78

News & Weather .................................................................... 79

Connectivity ........................................................... 80

Bluetooth ................................................................................ 80

Wi-Fi ......................................................................................... 83

AllShare ................................................................................... 85

Contents

TV connections ..................................................................... 87

PC connections ..................................................................... 88

VPN connections .................................................................. 90

Tools ......................................................................... 93

Clock ........................................................................................ 93

Calculator ............................................................................... 95

Downloads ............................................................................. 95

Google Search ....................................................................... 96

Kies air ..................................................................................... 96

My files .................................................................................... 97

Quickoffice ............................................................................. 98

Task manager ........................................................................ 99

Voice Search ......................................................................... 100

Settings .................................................................. 101

Access the Settings menu ................................................ 101

Wireless and network ........................................................ 101

Sound .................................................................................... 102

Display .................................................................................. 102

Location and security ........................................................ 103

Applications ......................................................................... 104

Accounts and sync .............................................................. 105

Privacy ................................................................................... 106

Storage .................................................................................. 106

Language and keyboard .................................................. 106

Voice input and output ..................................................... 107

Accessibility ......................................................................... 108

Date and time ...................................................................... 109

About device ....................................................................... 109

Troubleshooting .................................................. 110

Safety precautions ............................................... 114

Index ...................................................................... 125

Contents

Assembling

Unpack

Check your product box for the following items:

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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 battery

If the device is on, press and hold [1 ] and select Power

→

OK to turn it off.

off

Remove the back cover.

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

Insert the battery.

The antenna is located in the upper area on the back of the device. Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna.

Assembling

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.

will also be empty. If the battery level

Charge with a travel adapter

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Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the

multifunction jack.

Assembling

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

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.

Assembling

Charge with a USB cable

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Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.

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.

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When you insert a memory card in your device, the file directory of the memory card will appear in the external_sd folder.

Assembling

Remove the back cover and the battery.

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts

facing down.

Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it

locks in place.

Replace the battery and the back cover.

Remove the memory card

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

In Idle mode, select

→

Unmount SD card → OK.

Remove the back cover and the battery.

Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the

device.

Remove the memory card.

Replace the battery and the back cover.

Applications → Settings → Storage

Assembling

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.

→

In Idle mode, select Applications

→

Unmount SD card

→

card

Erase everything.

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.

OK → Format SD card → Format SD

Settings → Storage →

Attach a hand strap (optional)

Remove the back cover.

Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the

small projection.

Replace the back cover.

Getting started

Turn your device on and off

To turn on your device, press and hold [ ]. 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 [

→

OK.

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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To use your device's non-network services only, switch to Flight mode. Press and hold [ ] and select Flight mode.

] and select Power

Getting started

Get to know your device

Device layout

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Front camera lens

Speaker

Touch screen

Home key

Menu key

Headset jack

GPS antenna

Power/Reset/

Lock key

Volume key

Back key

Speaker

Multifunction jack

Rear camera lens

Back cover

1. Do not touch or cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.

Getting started

Keys

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Key Function

Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ Reset Lock

Access the quick menus (press and

hold); Reset the device (press and hold

for 8-10 seconds and release); Lock the

touch screen.

Open a list of options available on the

current screen; In Idle mode, open the

Google search application (press and

hold); Open the search input window

while using some applications (press

and hold).

Home

Return to the idle screen; Open the list

of recent applications (press and hold).

Back Return to the previous screen.

Volume Adjust the device’s volume.

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

Getting started

Indicator icons

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

Icon Definition

Open Wi-Fi APs available

Wi-Fi AP connected

AllShare in progress

Kies air in progress

Bluetooth activated

Paired with a Bluetooth-enabled phone or stereo headset

GPS activated

Synchronised with the web

Uploading data

Downloading data

Connected to PC

New email message

New Google Mail

Alarm activated

Event notification

Silent mode activated

Flight mode activated

Vibration mode activated

Getting started

Icon Definition

Music playback in progress

Music playback paused

FM radio turned on in the background

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

10:00 AM

Current time

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.

Getting started

Control your touch screen with the following actions:

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

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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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Pinch: Place two fingers far apart, and then pinch them together.

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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 [

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You can adjust the backlight time. In Idle mode, open

] or the Home key.

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 [

] or the Home key, tap anywhere on the screen, and then

[ drag

outside of the large circle.

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

]. To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing

► p. 31

Getting started

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 indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and other items.

The idle screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen. You can also select a dot on the bottom of the screen to move to the corresponding panel of the idle screen directly.

Add items to the idle screen

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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 [

idle screen.

Select the item category

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Choose widget

applications that provide convenient functions and information on your idle screen.

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Shortcuts

bookmarks, and contacts.

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Folders

contacts.

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Wallpapers

Move items on the idle screen

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Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears grey.

Drag the item to the location you want.

] → Add or tap and hold the empty area on the

→

an item:

: Add widgets. Widgets are small

: Add shortcuts to items, such as applications,

: Create a new folder or add folders for your

: Set a background image.

Getting started

Remove items from the idle screen

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Tap and hold an item to remove.

The trash bin appears at the bottom of the idle screen.

Drag the item to the trash bin.

When the item turns red, release the item.

Use the notifications panel

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In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your finger down to open the notifications panel. You can activate or deactivate wireless connection features and access a list of notifications, such as new email messages, upcoming events, and processing status. To hide the panel, drag the bottom of the list up.

From the notifications panel, you can use the following options:

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: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi connection feature.

Wi-Fi

► p. 83

Bluetooth

connection feature.

GPS

: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.

Sound Auto rotation

: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless

► p. 80

/Vibration: Activate or deactivate Vibration mode.

: Activate or deactivate the auto rotation.

Available options may vary depending on your region or service provider.

Getting started

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 [

You can also place your two fingers on the screen and pinch to switch to Edit mode.

Add or remove panels by using the following features:

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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.

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To add a new panel, select

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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 finished, press [

] → Edit.

Access applications

To access your device’s applications,

In Idle mode, select

list.

Scroll left or right to another application screen.

You can also select a dot at the bottom of the screen to move directly to the corresponding screen.

Applications to access the application

Getting started

Select an application.

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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.

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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.

Press [

key to return to the idle screen.

Organise applications

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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 [

Tap and hold an application.

Drag the application icon to the location you want.

You can move an application icon to another main menu screen.

] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home

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Before using location services, such as map and navigation applications, or internet services, ensure that the wireless connection is active.

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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, select

→

Settings

Display → Auto-rotate screen.

] → Edit.

Press [

] → Save.

Getting started

To change the order of the main menu screens,

In the application list, 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.

Access recent applications

›

Press and hold the Home key to view the 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

→

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

Getting started

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.

Turn on or off the touch tone

›

In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings →

→

Sound

Adjust the volume of the device

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Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the media volume.

Audible selection.

To adjust the volume level of various device sounds, in Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings

→

Sound → Volume.

Switch to Silent mode

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To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following:

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Open the notifications panel from the top of the screen and select Sound.

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Press and hold [

You can set the device to alert you to various events in Silent mode. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings Only in Silent mode. When you switch to Silent mode,

will appear in place of .

] and select Silent mode.

→

Sound → Vibrate → Always or

Getting started

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.

If you selected an image from Gallery, select 3 Save. If you selected a live wallpaper, select Set wallpaper. If you selected a wallpaper image, select Set wallpaper

Save.

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.

→

Drag the slider to adjust the level of brightness.

Select 3 OK.

The brightness level of the display will affect how quickly the device consumes battery power.

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