Samsung GT-I8190 User manual

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User Manual
GT-I8190

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About this manual
This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s
high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail
the device’s functions and features.
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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.
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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers
or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the
manual, refer to the Samsung website,
www.samsung.com .
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Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service
provider.
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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider
other than Samsung.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.
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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select
an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.

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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
contact service providers.
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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
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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
Copyright
Copyright © 2012 Samsung Electronics
This guide is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung
Electronics.

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Trademarks
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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
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The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™, Google Mail™, YouTube™, Google Play™
Store, and Google Talk™are trademarks of Google, Inc.
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Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

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Table of Contents
Getting started
8 Device layout
9 Buttons
10 Package contents
11 Installing the SIM or USIM card and
battery
14 Charging the battery
16 Inserting a memory card
19 Turning the device on and off
19 Holding the device
20 Locking and unlocking the device
20 Adjusting the volume
21 Switching to silent mode
Basics
22 Indicator icons
23 Using the touch screen
26 Control motions
31 Notifications
32 Home screen
34 Using applications
34 Applications screen
36 Help
36 Entering text
38 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
39 Setting up accounts
40 Transferring files
41 Securing the device
43 Upgrading the device
Communication
44 Phone
50 Contacts
53 Messaging
54 Email
55 Google Mail
57 Talk
58 Google+
58 Messenger
59 ChatON
59 Mobilbox Pro
Web & network
60 Internet
61 Chrome
62 Bluetooth
Media
64 Music Player
65 Camera

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93 Mediencenter
93 Mobile TV
Travel & local
94 Maps
95 Local
96 Latitude
96 Navigation
97 NAVIGON select
Settings
98 About Settings
98 Wi-Fi
99 Bluetooth
99 Data usage
99 More settings
101 Home screen mode
101 Blocking mode
101 Sound
102 Display
103 Storage
103 Power saving mode
103 Battery
103 Application manager
104 Location services
104 Lock screen
105 Security
106 Language and input
109 Backup and reset
110 Add account
71 Gallery
74 Video Player
75 YouTube
76 FM Radio
77 Flipboard
Application & media stores
78 Play Store
79 Samsung Apps
79 S Suggest
80 TopApps
80 Game Hub
80 Play Books
81 Play Movies
81 Video Hub
81 Telekom Music
82 TOP GAMES
Utilities
83 Memo
84 S Planner
86 Clock
88 Calculator
88 Voice Recorder
90 S Voice
90 Google
91 Voice Search
91 My Files
92 Downloads
92 Kundencenter

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110 Motion
111 Accessory
111 Date and time
112 Accessibility
113 Developer options
114 About device
Troubleshooting

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Getting started
Device layout
Back button
Multipurpose jack
Front camera Earpiece
Menu button
Microphone
Power button
Home button
Proximity sensor
Touch screen
Rear camera
GPS antenna
Main antenna
Headset jack
Volume button
Flash
Back cover
Speaker

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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.
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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.
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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Buttons
Button Function
Power
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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
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Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to reset the device if it has
fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.
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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.
Menu
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Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.
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Tap and hold on the Home screen to launch Google search.
Home
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Press to return to the Home screen.
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Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.
Back
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Tap to return to the previous screen.
Volume
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Press to adjust the device volume.

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Package contents
Check the 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, which are not covered by the warranty.
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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.
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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.

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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.
1 Remove the back cover.
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Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
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Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
2 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

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Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the
antenna.
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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to
be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to
remove the memory card.
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The SIM card slot of your device is only suited for standard SIM cards. Inserting a
microSIM card or a microSIM card with an unauthorised holder may cause damage
to the SIM card slot of your device.
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Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
3 Insert the battery.
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4 Replace the back cover.

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

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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A
computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
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When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low
battery power message.
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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.
Charging with the charger
Plug the small end of the charger into the multipurpose jack of the device, and plug the large
end of the charger into an electric socket.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge
the battery.
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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.
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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.
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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the
device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the
device.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to the electric socket
while charging.
Checking the battery charge status
When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current
battery charge status:
Charging Fully charged

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Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options
and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:
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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.
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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
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Decrease the backlight time.
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Decrease the brightness of the display.
Inserting a memory card
Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB. Depending on the
memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device.
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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
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The device supports only the FAT file system for memory cards. When inserting a
card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory
card.
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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the
extSdCard folder under the internal memory.

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1 Remove the back cover and battery.
2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards, and then push
the memory card down.
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3 Push the memory card down into the slot and then slide it backwards until it locks into
place.
4 Replace the battery and back cover.

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Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Storage
→
Unmount SD card .
1 Remove the back cover and battery.
2 Push the memory card into the slot until it disengages from the device, and then pull it
out.
3 Replace the battery and back cover.
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing
information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the
memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the
misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.
Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Storage
→
Format SD card
→
Format SD
card
→
Erase everything .
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss
of data resulting from user actions.

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Turning the device on and off
When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.
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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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Press and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless
features.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap
Power off .
Holding the device
Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity
problems or drain the battery.

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Locking and unlocking the device
When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button
turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked
if it is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is
turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction.
You can use motion to unlock the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps
→
Settings
→
Lock
screen
→
Screen lock
→
Motion . To unlock the device with motion, tap and hold a point on
the screen, and then tilt the device forwards.
Adjusting the volume
Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound
volume when playing music or video.