Samsung GT-I8700 User manual

GT-I8700
user manual

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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device.
This device will provide you with high quality mobile
communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s
exceptional technology and high standards.
This user manual has been specially designed to guide you
through the functions and features of your device.
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Please read all safety precautions and this manual•
carefully before using your device to ensure safe and
proper use.
The descriptions in this manual are based on the default
•
settings of your device.
Images and screenshots used in this user manual may
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dier in appearance from the actual product.
Content in this user manual may dier from the product,
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or from software provided by service providers or
carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice.
Refer to www.samsungmobile.com for the latest version
of the user manual.
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device, software, or service provider.
Formatting and delivery of this user manual is based on
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Windows operating systems and may vary depending on
the user’s operating system.
Applications on this device may perform dierently from
•
comparable PC applications and may not include all
functions available in the PC version.
Applications and their functions may vary by country,
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region, or hardware specications. Samsung is not
liable for performance issues caused by third-party
applications.

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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
Caution—situations that could cause damage to
your device or other equipment
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional
information
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or
•
incompatibilities caused by user editing of registry
settings.
Sound sources, wallpapers, and images provided in this
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device are licenced for limited use between Samsung
and their respective owners. Extracting and using
these materials for commercial or other purposes is an
infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for
such copyright infringement by the user.
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software. The exact terms of the licences, disclaimers,
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►Refer to—pages with related information; for
example: ►p.12 (represents“see page 12”)
→
Followed by—the order of options or menus
you must select to perform a step; for example:
In Menu mode, select Settings
→
region &
language
→
Display language (represents
Settings, followed by region & language,
followed by Display language)
[ ] Square brackets—device keys; for example:
[ ] (represents the Power/Lock key)
Copyright
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This product includes software•
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Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft and
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Bluetooth
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SIG, Inc. worldwide.
Wi-Fi
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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of
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their respective owners.

Contents
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Contents
Assembling ............................................. 9
Unpack .................................................................. 9
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 9
Charge the battery ........................................... 11
Getting started ..................................... 13
Turn your device on and o ........................... 13
Get to know your device ................................. 14
Use the touch screen ........................................ 16
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys . . 17
Get to know the Start screen ......................... 18
Access applications .......................................... 18
Customise your device .................................... 19
Enter text ............................................................ 21
Search for information with Bing ................. 22
Communication ................................... 23
Calling .................................................................. 23
Messaging .......................................................... 25
Email .................................................................... 27

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Now ...................................................................... 47
Photo Sharing .................................................... 49
Connectivity ......................................... 50
Bluetooth ............................................................ 50
Wi-Fi ..................................................................... 51
GPS ....................................................................... 52
Tools ....................................................... 53
Alarms .................................................................. 53
Calculator ............................................................ 53
Maps .................................................................... 54
Oce .................................................................... 55
Voice command ................................................ 58
Entertainment ...................................... 30
Camera ................................................................ 30
Pictures ................................................................ 34
Music & Videos .................................................. 36
Games .................................................................. 40
Personal information .......................... 41
People .................................................................. 41
Calendar .............................................................. 43
Web ........................................................ 45
Internet Explorer ............................................... 45
Marketplace ....................................................... 47

Contents
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Settings .................................................. 59
Access the Settings menu ............................... 59
system ................................................................. 59
applications ........................................................ 64
Troubleshooting .................................. 67
Safety precautions ............................... 72
Index ...................................................... 81

Assembling 9
Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device
•
Battery•
Travel adapter (charger)•
User manual•
Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or
illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions
that are not covered by your manufacturer's
warranty.
The items supplied with your device may vary•
depending on the software and accessories
available in your region or oered by your service
provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your
•
local Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your
•
device.
Accessories other than the supplied ones may not
•
be compatible with your device.
Install the SIM or USIM card and
battery
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive
a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription
details, such as your personal identication number (PIN)
and optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services,
you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module
(USIM) card.

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Place the SIM or USIM card into the device with•
the gold-coloured contacts facing down.
If you do not insert a SIM or USIM card, you can
•
only use your device’s non-network services and
some menus.
Insert the battery.
3
Replace the back cover.
4
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,
Remove the back cover.
1
Insert the SIM or USIM card.
2

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Charge with the travel adapter
›
Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
1
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
2
multifunction jack.
Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause
serious damage to the device. Any damage caused
by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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 will also be empty. If the
battery level becomes too low, the device will
automatically power o. Recharge your battery to
continue using your device.

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Charge with the PC data cable
›
Before charging, ensure that your PC is turned on.
Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
1
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, unplug the PC data
4
cable from the device and then from the PC.
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
•
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
•
is normal and should not aect your device’s
lifespan or performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your
•
device and the charger to a Samsung Service
Centre.
When the battery is fully charged, unplug the travel
4
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.

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Getting started
Turn your device on and o
To turn on your device,
Press and hold [
1
].
Enter the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card and
2
select enter (if necessary).
If you turn on your device for the rst time, follow the
3
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
You can log in to Windows Live or create aWindows
Live account to use applications that interact with the
Windows Live server.
To turn o your device, press and hold [ ].
Follow all posted warnings and directions from•
ocial 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,
•
switch to Flight mode. In Menu mode, select
Settings
→
ight mode.

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Get to know your device
Device layout
›
Headset jack
Back cover
Back cover lock
Multifunction jack
Power/Lock key
Internal antenna
Camera key
Speaker
Flashbulb
Camera lens
Earpiece
Proximity sensor
Touch screen
Quick search key
Home key
Volume key
Back key
Mouthpiece
Light sensor

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Indicator icons
›
Icons shown on the display may vary depending•
on your region or service provider.
Some indicator icons may be hidden. To display
•
hidden icons, tap the indicator icon area.
Icon Denition
Signal strength
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
/HSDPA/HSUPA network connected
WLAN activated
Bluetooth device connected
Call diverting activated
Keys
›
Key Function
Power/Lock
Turn on the device (press and
hold); Lock the touch screen
and switch to Sleep mode.
Camera
Turn on the camera; In
Camera mode capture a
photo or record a video.
Back Return to the previous screen.
Home
Return to the Start screen;
Launch the voice command
feature (press and hold).
Quick search Open the quick search bar
(press and hold).
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.

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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
•
contact with water. The touch screen may
malfunction in humid conditions or when
exposed to water.
Icon Denition
No SIM or USIM card
SIM or USIM card locked
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Ringer on
Silent mode activated
Flight mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Battery power level
Charging battery
10:00
Current time

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Area zoom: Place two ngers on the screen and spread•
them apart (move your ngers closer together to zoom
out).
Your device turns o the touch screen when you•
do not use the device for a specied period. To
turn on the screen, press [ ].
You can set the length of time the device waits
•
before turning o the screen. In Menu mode,
select Settings
→
lock & wallpaper
→
Screen
time-out.
Lock or unlock the touch screen
and keys
You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any
unwanted device operations. Press [ ] to lock the touch
screen and keys. To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing
[], and drag the lock screen up with your nger.
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
•
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
•
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
•
move to items on lists or scroll through screens.
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.

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Remove items from the Start screen
›
Tap and hold an item to remove.
1
Select
2
.
Access applications
In Idle mode, select
1
to access Menu mode.
Select an application.
2
Press [
3
] to return to the previous screen; Press [ ] to
return to the Start screen.
Uninstall applications
›
You can uninstall add-on applications.
In Menu mode, tap and hold an application.
1
Select
2
uninstall.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
3
Get to know the Start screen
When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the Start
screen. From the Start screen, you can view your device’s
status and access applications.
›
Add items to the Start screen
You can customise the Start screen by adding shortcuts
to applications or items in applications. To add items to
the Start screen, tap and hold on the item and select pin
to start.
Move items on the Start screen
›
Tap and hold an item to move.
1
Drag the item to the location you want when the item
2
is magnied.

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Adjust the device volume
›
In Idle mode, press [+/-] to adjust the volume of sounds.
Switch to Silent mode
›
To mute or unmute your device, press [+/-] and select ring.
Change your ringtone
›
In Menu mode, select
1
Settings
→
ringtones & sounds
→
Ringtone.
Select a ringtone from the list.
2
To play the ringtone before setting, select
3
.
Customise your device
Get more from your device by customising it to match your
preferences.
Change the language of the display
›
In Menu mode, select
1
Settings
→
region & language
→
Display language.
Select a language you want.
2
Set the current time and date
›
In Menu mode, select
1
Settings
→
date & time.
Select your time zone, set the time and date, and
2
change other options.

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Lock your device
›
You can lock your device by activating the device
password.
In Menu mode, select
1
Settings
→
lock & wallpaper.
Select
2
change wallpaper
→
an image folder
→
an
image.
Adjust the area to crop and select
3
.
Select
4
Screen time-out
→
a length of time.
Select the box next to
5
Password.
Enter a new 4-digit password, enter the new password
6
again, and select done.
The rst time you access a menu that requires a
password, you will be prompted to create and
conrm a password.
Change the display theme
›
In Menu mode, select
1
Settings
→
theme.
Select colours for the background and the highlight.
2
Adjust the brightness of the display
›
In Menu mode, select
1
Settings
→
brightness.
Clear the box next to
2
Automatically adjust.
Select
3
Level
→
a brightness level.
The brightness level of the display will aect how
quickly the device consumes battery power.