Page 2 - Table of Contents
2 Table of Contents Read me first Getting started 6 Package contents 7 Device layout 9 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery 14 Using a memory card16 Turning the device on and off16 Locking and unlocking the screen Basics 17 Using the touch screen20 Home screen layout24 Notifications panel26 Openin...
Page 4 - Read me first
4 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, or device’s software. • Content (high quality content) that ...
Page 5 - Instructional icons
Read me first 5 Instructional icons Warning : situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution : situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Note : notes, usage tips, or additional information
Page 6 - Getting started
6 Getting started Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Device • Battery • Quick start guide • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and...
Page 7 - Device layout
Getting started 7 Device layout Microphone Touch screen Front camera Proximity sensor Multipurpose jack Home button Recent apps button Power button Earpiece Back button Volume button Speaker Headset jack GPS antenna Back cover Main antenna Rear camera Flash NFC antenna (on the battery)
Page 8 - Buttons
Getting started 8 • 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 contac...
Page 9 - Using the SIM or USIM card and battery; Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery
Getting started 9 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • Only microSIM cards work with the device. • Some LTE services may not be available depending...
Page 11 - Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery
Getting started 11 4 Replace the back cover. • Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly. • Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device. Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Pull out the battery. 3 Press the SIM or USIM card with your fing...
Page 12 - Charging the battery
Getting started 12 Charging the battery Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the battery by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause...
Page 13 - Reducing the battery consumption
Getting started 13 • 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 touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device...
Page 14 - Using a memory card; Installing a memory card
Getting started 14 Using a 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 d...
Page 15 - Removing the memory card; Formatting the memory card
Getting started 15 Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card . 1 Remove the back cover and battery. 2 Pull out the memory card. 3 Replace the battery and back cover. Do not remove the me...
Page 16 - Turning the device on and off; Locking and unlocking the screen
Getting started 16 Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power button 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 on-screen instructions to set up your device.To turn off the device, press and hold th...
Page 17 - Basics; Using the touch screen; Tapping
17 Basics Using the touch screen • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your...
Page 18 - Tapping and holding
Basics 18 Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
Page 19 - Flicking
Basics 19 Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Page 20 - Home screen layout; Home screen
Basics 20 Home screen layout 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. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.To v...
Page 21 - Home screen options
Basics 21 Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.
Page 22 - Apps screen
Basics 22 Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.On the Home screen, tap to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, scroll left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. To customise the Apps screen, refer to Managing the...
Page 23 - Indicator icons
Basics 23 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 Meaning No sign...
Page 24 - Notifications panel; Using the notifications panel
Basics 24 Notifications panel Using the notifications panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notifications panel and view the details.To open the notifications panel, drag...
Page 25 - Rearranging quick setting buttons
Basics 25 Rearranging quick setting buttons To rearrange quick setting buttons on the notifications panel, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → Display → Notification panel . Tap and hold an item, and then drag the item to another location. Using the quick setting buttons You can activate or deac...
Page 26 - Opening apps; Closing an app; Installing or uninstalling apps; Installing apps
Basics 26 Opening apps On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.To open the list of recently-used apps, tap and select an app icon to open. Closing an app Tap and drag an app icon to the left or right to close it. To close all running apps, tap . Installing or uninstallin...
Page 27 - Play Store; Managing apps; Uninstalling or disabling apps
Basics 27 Play Store Use this app to purchase and download apps.Tap Play Store on the Apps screen. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap INSTALL . To purchase and download apps where charges apply...
Page 28 - Entering text; Keyboard layout; Changing the input language; Changing the keyboard layout
Basics 28 Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Break to the next line. Delete a ...
Page 29 - Using additional keyboard functions; Copying and pasting
Basics 29 Using additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of depending on the last function that was used. • : Enter text by voice. Open the keyboard. Start or pause entering text by voice. • : Change the keyboard settings. • : Enter emoticon...
Page 30 - Screen capture
Basics 30 Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device.Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. You can view captured images in Gallery . After capturing a screenshot, you can edit the image and share it with others. It is not possible to capture a screenshot...
Page 31 - Power saving feature; Ultra power saving mode
Basics 31 Power saving feature 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...
Page 32 - Network connectivity; Mobile data
32 Network connectivity Mobile data Connect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usage for additional options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Data usage , and then tick Mobile data . Alternatively, open the notifications panel ...
Page 33 - Tethering and Mobile hotspot; About tethering and mobile hotspots
Network connectivity 33 Tethering and Mobile hotspot About tethering and mobile hotspots Use this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers and other devices if an Internet connection is unavailable. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. You may incur additi...
Page 34 - Using USB tethering
Network connectivity 34 Using USB tethering Share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Tethering and Mobile hotspot . 2 Connect your device to the computer via the USB cable. 3 Tick USB tethering . appears on the status bar when...
Page 35 - Personalising; Managing the Home and Apps screens; Adding items; Moving and removing an item; Creating a folder
35 Personalising Managing the Home and Apps screens Managing the Home screen Adding items Tap and hold an app from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.To add widgets, open the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Widgets , tap and hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home ...
Page 36 - Managing panels; Changing the sorting method
Personalising 36 Managing panels On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, scroll left to the last panel, 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 previ...
Page 37 - Setting wallpaper and ringtones; Setting wallpaper
Personalising 37 Setting wallpaper and ringtones Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the locked screen. 1 On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap Wallpapers . Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display →...
Page 38 - Changing the screen lock method; Pattern; Setting up accounts; Adding accounts; Removing accounts
Personalising 38 Changing the screen lock method You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal information.On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock , and then select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever...
Page 39 - Phone; Making calls; Making calls from call logs or contacts list
39 Phone Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Tap Keypad , enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in Logs , Favourites , and Contacts . Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list....
Page 40 - Receiving calls; Answering a call; Options during calls; During a voice call
Phone 40 Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the reject message bar upwards.To create various rejection messages, open the Ap...
Page 41 - During a video call
Phone 41 During a video call The following actions are available: • → Hide me : Hide your image from the other party. • → Outgoing image : Select an image to show it to the other party. • → Capture image : Capture the other party’s image. • → Record video : Record a video of the other party’s images...
Page 42 - Contacts; Adding contacts; Moving contacts from other devices; Creating contacts manually; Importing and exporting contacts
42 Contacts Adding contacts Moving contacts from other devices You can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from your previous device for more information. Creating contacts manually 1 On the Apps screen, tap Contacts . 2 Tap and enter contact information. • : ...
Page 43 - Searching for contacts; Adding shortcuts for contacts to the Home screen
Contacts 43 Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts . Use one of the following search methods: • Scroll up or down the contacts list. • Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria. Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions: • : A...
Page 44 - Sending messages; Viewing incoming messages
44 Messages & email Messages Sending messages Send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming. 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen. 2 Tap . 3 Add recipients and enter a message. Access additional options...
Page 45 - Email; Setting up email accounts
Messages & email 45 Email Setting up email accounts Tap Email on the Apps screen. Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap NEXT for a private email account or tap MANUAL SETUP for a company email account. After that, follow the on-s...
Page 46 - Reading emails
Messages & email 46 Reading emails Tap Email on the Apps screen. Tap , select an email account to use, and new emails are retrieved. To manually retrieve new emails, tap . Tap an email to read. Reply to the email. Add this email address to the contacts list or view other options. Reply to all re...
Page 47 - Basic shooting; Taking photos or recording videos
47 Camera Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos 1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen. 2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. 3 Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. • To capture an...
Page 48 - Launching Camera on the locked screen; Shooting modes; Auto
Camera 48 Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos of special moments, launch Camera on the locked screen. On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle. If is not shown, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen , and then tick Camera shortcut . This feature may not...
Page 49 - Panorama; Continuous shot; Sports
Camera 49 Panorama Use this mode to take a photo composed of many photos strung together. The device identifies the photo with in Gallery . On the Apps screen, tap Camera → → Panorama . To get the best shot, follow these tips: • Move the camera slowly in one direction. • Keep the image within the fr...
Page 50 - Camera settings
Camera 50 Camera settings On the Apps screen, tap Camera → . Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. • : Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene. This feature is available only when using the front camera. • : Activate or de...
Page 52 - Viewing content on the device
52 Gallery Viewing content on the device On the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail.To hide or show the menu bar and the preview thumbnails, tap the screen. Access additional options. Delete the image. Modify the image. Move to ...
Page 53 - Useful apps and features; Creating events or tasks
53 Useful apps and features S Planner Creating events or tasks 1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. 2 Tap . Alternatively, select a date with no events or tasks in it and tap the date again.If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap . 3 Select either event or task and e...
Page 54 - Syncing events and tasks with your accounts; Internet
Useful apps and features 54 Syncing events and tasks with your accounts Tap S Planner on the Apps screen. To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap → Sync . To add accounts to sync with, tap → Calendars → Add account . Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added...
Page 55 - Playing videos
Useful apps and features 55 Video Playing videos Tap Video on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Change screen ratio. Skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to move forwards quickl...
Page 56 - Clock; Alarm; Setting alarms; World clock; Creating clocks
Useful apps and features 56 Clock Alarm On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm . Setting alarms Tap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap SAVE . To activate or deactivate alarms, tap next to the alarm in th...
Page 57 - Deleting clocks; Stopwatch; Calculator
Useful apps and features 57 Deleting clocks Tap → Select , select clocks, and then tap . Stopwatch On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Stopwatch . Tap START to time an event. Tap LAP to record lap times. Tap STOP to stop timing. To clear lap times, tap RESET . Timer On the Apps screen, tap Clock → Timer...
Page 58 - Composing memos; Searching for memos; Radio
Useful apps and features 58 Memo Use this app to create memos and organise them by category.Tap Memo on the Apps screen. Composing memos Tap on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: • : Create or set a category. • : Insert images. • : Make a voice record...
Page 59 - Scanning radio stations
Useful apps and features 59 Tap to turn on the FM radio. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen. View the list of favourite stations. Access additional options. Turn the FM radio on or off. Adjust the volume. Add the current radio station to...
Page 60 - Recording voice memos; Playing voice memos
Useful apps and features 60 Voice Recorder Recording voice memos Tap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen. Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone. Tap to pause recording. To cancel recording, tap . Tap to finish recording. Display the list of voice memos. Access additional options. Start rec...
Page 61 - Google apps; Chrome; Gmail; Maps; Play Books
Useful apps and features 61 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Setting up accounts for more information. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available...
Page 63 - Connecting with other devices; Bluetooth; About Bluetooth
63 Connecting with other devices Bluetooth About Bluetooth Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or rec...
Page 64 - Pairing with other Bluetooth devices; Sending an image
Connecting with other devices 64 Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth , tap the Bluetooth switch to activate it, and then tap SCAN . The detected devices are listed.To set the device as visible to other devices, tap the device name. 2 Select a device to...
Page 65 - Receiving an image; Unpairing Bluetooth devices
Connecting with other devices 65 Receiving an image When another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. You can view received images in Gallery . Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth . The device displays the paired devices in the...
Page 66 - Sending and receiving data; Ending the device connection
Connecting with other devices 66 Sending and receiving data You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Sending an image 1 On the Apps screen, tap Gallery . 2 Select an image. 3 Tap → Wi-Fi Direc...
Page 67 - About NFC
Connecting with other devices 67 NFC About NFC Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps. The battery cont...
Page 68 - Making a purchase with the NFC feature
Connecting with other devices 68 Making a purchase with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service provider.On the Apps screen, tap Settings → NFC ,...
Page 69 - Mobile printing; Adding printer plug-ins
Connecting with other devices 69 Mobile printing Connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.On the Apps scre...
Page 70 - Device & data manager; Transferring data from your previous device; Transferring data from a mobile device; Transferring data from a computer
70 Device & data manager Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. • Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download th...
Page 71 - Using the device as a removable disk for data
Device & data manager 71 3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable. 4 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device. Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer. 5 Connect your new device to the computer using the USB cabl...
Page 72 - Updating the device; Updating over the air; Updating with Smart Switch
Device & data manager 72 Updating the device The device can be updated to the latest software. Updating over the air The device can be directly updated to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.On the Apps screen, tap Settings → About device → Software updates → Update n...
Page 74 - About Settings; Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy
74 Settings About Settings Use this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Apps screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi , and then...
Page 75 - Flight mode
Settings 75 Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth , and then tap the Bluetooth switch to activate it. To use more options, tap . • Visibility timeout : Set duration that the device is visible. • Received files : Vi...
Page 77 - Printing; Default messaging app; Mobile networks; VPN
Settings 77 Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files.On the Settings screen, tap Printing . More networks Customise settings to control networks.On the Settings screen, tap More networks . Defau...
Page 78 - Device; Sounds and notifications
Settings 78 Device Sounds and notifications Change settings for various sounds on the device.On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and notifications . • Ringtone : Adjust the volume level for call ringtones. • Media : Adjust the volume level for music and videos. • Notifications : Adjust the volume lev...
Page 79 - Lock screen
Settings 79 • Daydream : Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging. • Font style : Change the font type for display text. • Font size : Change the font size. Lock screen Change the settings for the locked screen.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen . • Screen lock : Chang...
Page 80 - Application manager; Personal; Accounts
Settings 80 Application manager View and manage the apps on your device.On the Settings screen, tap Application manager . Personal Accounts Add email or SNS accounts.On the Settings screen, tap Accounts . Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data.On the Settings screen, tap...
Page 82 - System; Language and input
Settings 82 System Language and input Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.On the Settings screen, tap Language and input . • Language : Select a display language for all menus and apps. • Default : Select a default keyboard type fo...
Page 83 - Battery; Storage
Settings 83 • Select time zone : Set the home time zone. • Use 24-hour format : Display time in 24-hour format. Ultra power saving mode Extend standby time and reduce battery consumption by displaying a simpler layout and allowing limited access to an app. Refer to Ultra power saving mode for more i...
Page 84 - Security
Settings 84 Security Change settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.On the Settings screen, tap Security . • Device administrators : View device administrators installed on the device. You can allow device administrators to apply new policies to the device. • Unknown sources : Set ...
Page 85 - About device
Settings 85 • Trusted credentials : Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various apps. • Install from device storage : Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage. • Clear credentials : Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password. • Trust age...
Page 86 - Troubleshooting; When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it
86 Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: • Password: When the device lock fe...
Page 87 - The touch screen responds slowly or improperly; Your device freezes or has fatal errors; Others cannot hear you speaking on a call
Troubleshooting 87 The touch screen responds slowly or improperly • If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the touch screen may not function properly. • If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touch screen, or if you tap the sc...
Page 89 - Your device is hot to the touch
Troubleshooting 89 Your device is hot to the touch When you use apps that require more power or use apps on your device for an extended period of time, your device may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. Error messages appear when launch...
Page 90 - Another Bluetooth device is not located
Troubleshooting 90 • Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly. • Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network service provider or providers of additional services. Some content circ...
Page 91 - Data stored in the device has been lost
Troubleshooting 91 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device. A small gap appears around the outside...
