Samsung GT-S5301 User manual

GT-S5301
user manual

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Thank you for choosing 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 manual has been specially designed to guide you
through the functions and features of your device.
Read me first
Before using your device, read the entire manual and all
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safety instructions to ensure safe and proper use.
The descriptions in this manual are based on the default
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settings of your device.
The images and screenshots used in this manual may differ
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from the actual product.
The contents of this manual may differ from the product,
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or from software provided by service providers or carriers,
and are subject to change without prior notice. Access
the Samsung website (
www.samsung.com ) for the latest
version of the manual.
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device, software, or service provider.
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operating systems and may vary depending on the user’s
operating system.

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Applications on this device may perform differently from
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comparable computer applications and may not include all
functions available in the computer version.
Applications and their functions may vary by region
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or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for
performance issues caused by third-party applications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or
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incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or
modified operating system software. Attempting to
customise the operating system may cause your device or
applications to work improperly.
You can upgrade your device’s software by accessing the
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Samsung website ( www.samsung.com ).
Software, audio, wallpapers, and images provided in this
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device are licensed 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 users.
You may incur additional charges for data services, such as
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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.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Instructional icons
Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons used 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
►Refer to—pages with related information; for
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Followed by—the order of options or menus you
must select to perform a step; for example: In the
application list, select Settings
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About device
(represents Settings, followed by About device)
Copyright
Copyright © 2012 Samsung Electronics
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Bluetooth
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Inc. worldwide.
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Microsoft Corporation.
Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of
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their respective owners.

Contents
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Assembling ........................................................ 10
Unpack.................................................................................................... 10
Device layout ....................................................................................... 11
Keys.......................................................................................................... 12
Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery.......................... 13
Charge the battery ............................................................................ 14
Insert a memory card (optional).................................................. 18
Attach a hand strap (optional) ..................................................... 20
Getting started .................................................. 21
Turn on or off your device.............................................................. 21
Use the touch screen........................................................................ 22
Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys...................... 25
Get to know the Home screen ..................................................... 25
Access applications........................................................................... 30
Launch multiple applications....................................................... 32
Customise your device .................................................................... 32
Enter text ............................................................................................... 37
Communication ................................................. 40
Calling..................................................................................................... 40
Messages ............................................................................................... 45
Google Mail .......................................................................................... 48
Email........................................................................................................ 50
Talk ........................................................................................................... 52
ChatON................................................................................................... 53
Messenger............................................................................................. 54
Google+ ................................................................................................. 54
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Entertainment.................................................... 55
Camera ................................................................................................... 55
Gallery..................................................................................................... 62
Video Player.......................................................................................... 64
Music Player.......................................................................................... 67
FM Radio................................................................................................ 70
Personal information ........................................ 74
Contacts ................................................................................................. 74
S Planner................................................................................................ 78
Memo...................................................................................................... 80
Voice Recorder .................................................................................... 81
Web ..................................................................... 83
Internet................................................................................................... 83
Latitude .................................................................................................. 87
Maps ........................................................................................................ 88
Play Store............................................................................................... 90
Navigation............................................................................................. 91
Local......................................................................................................... 92
Samsung Apps.................................................................................... 92
YouTube ................................................................................................. 93
Connectivity....................................................... 95
USB connections ................................................................................ 95
Wi-Fi ......................................................................................................... 97
Wi-Fi Direct............................................................................................ 99
Mobile network sharing................................................................100
Bluetooth.............................................................................................102
GPS.........................................................................................................104
VPN connections..............................................................................105

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Tools.................................................................. 108
Calculator ............................................................................................108
Clock......................................................................................................108
Downloads..........................................................................................109
Search ...................................................................................................109
My Files.................................................................................................110
Quickoffice..........................................................................................111
SIM Toolkit...........................................................................................112
Settings ............................................................ 113
Access the setting options...........................................................113
Wi-Fi .......................................................................................................113
Bluetooth.............................................................................................113
Data usage..........................................................................................113
More settings.....................................................................................114
Sound....................................................................................................115
Display ..................................................................................................116
Wallpaper ............................................................................................116
Storage .................................................................................................117
Battery ..................................................................................................117
Application manager .....................................................................117
Accounts and sync ..........................................................................117
Location services..............................................................................117
Security.................................................................................................118
Language and input.......................................................................120
Back up and reset.............................................................................123
Date and time....................................................................................123
Accessibility........................................................................................124

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Developer options...........................................................................125
About device......................................................................................126
Troubleshooting .............................................. 127
Index................................................................. 133

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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device
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Battery
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Quick start guide
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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 and available
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accessories may vary depending on your region or
service provider.
You can buy additional accessories from your local
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Samsung retailer.
The supplied items are designed only for your device
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and may not be compatible with other devices.
Other accessories may not be compatible with your
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device.

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Device layout
1. Do not touch or cover the area around the antenna with your
hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.
Touch screen
Back key
Microphone
Headset jack
Speaker
Back cover
GPS antenna
1
Home key
Option key
Multifunction jack
Earpiece
Volume key
Camera lens
Main antenna
Power/Reset/Lock
key

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Keys
Key Function
Power/
Reset
1
/
Lock
Turn on the device (press and hold);
Access the device options (press
and hold); Reset the device (press
and hold for 8-10 seconds); Turn off
and lock the touch screen or turn it
on.
Option
On the Home screen, launch the
Google search application (press
and hold); Open the list of options
available on the current screen;
Open the search input window
while using some applications
(press and hold).
Home
Return to the Home 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 experiences fatal errors, hanging, or freezing, you
may need to reset the device to regain functionality.

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Insert the SIM or USIM card and the
battery
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive
a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription
details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and
optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can
purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.
Remove the back cover.
1
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you
remove the back cover.
Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing
so may damage the cover.
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured
2
contacts facing downwards.

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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.
Insert the battery.
3
Replace the back cover.
4
Charge the battery
Before using the device for the first time or when the battery
has been unused for an extended period, you must charge
the battery. You can charge the battery with a travel adapter
or by connecting the device to a computer with a USB cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
Unapproved chargers or cables may cause batteries to
explode or damage your device.

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When your battery is low, the device will emit a
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warning tone and show a low battery message.
Recharge your battery to continue using your device.
If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot
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turn on the device, even with the travel adapter
connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a
while before you try to turn on the device.
Charge with a travel adapter
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Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
1
Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
2
multifunction jack.
Connecting the travel adapter improperly may cause
serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by
misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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Plug the large end of the travel adapter into an electrical
3
socket.
If the device receives an unstable power supply while
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charging, the touch screen may not function. If this
happens, unplug the travel adapter from the device.
The device may heat up while charging. This is
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normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or
performance.
If your device is not charging properly, take your
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device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel
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adapter from the device, and then from the electrical
socket.
Do not remove the battery while the device is
connected to the travel adapter. Doing so may damage
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 electrical
socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The
device should remain close to the electrical socket while
charging.

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Charge with a USB cable
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Before charging, ensure that your computer is turned on.
Open the cover of the multifunction jack.
1
Plug the small end (micro-USB) of the USB cable into the
2
multifunction jack.
Plug the large end of the USB cable into a USB port on a
3
computer.
Depending on the type of the USB cable you are using,
it may take some time before charging begins.
When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the USB
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cable from the device, and then from the computer.
Reduce the battery consumption
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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:
When you are not using your device, switch to Sleep mode
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by pressing the Power key.
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.
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Insert a memory card (optional)
Your device accepts microSD™or microSDHC™memory
cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB (depending on the
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. It may
also corrupt data saved on the memory card.
Your device supports only the FAT file structure for
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memory cards. If you insert a memory card formatted
with a different file structure, your device will ask you
to reformat the memory card.
Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the
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lifespan of your memory cards.
When you insert a memory card into your device,
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the memory card’s file directory will appear in the
extSdCard folder.
Remove the back cover.
1
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts
2
facing downwards.

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Push the memory card into the memory card slot until it
3
locks in place.
Replace the back cover.
4
Remove a memory card
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Ensure that the device is not currently accessing the memory
card.
In the application list, select
1
Settings
→
Storage
→
Unmount SD card.
Select
2
OK (if necessary).
Remove the back cover.
3
Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the
4
device.
Remove the memory card.
5
Replace the back cover.
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Do not remove a memory card while the device is
transferring or accessing information, as this could
result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or
device.

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Format a memory card
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Formatting your memory card on a computer may cause
incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card
only on the device.
In the application list, select Settings
→
Storage
→
Format
SD card
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Format SD card
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Erase everything.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make
backup copies of all important data. The manufacturer’s
warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user
actions.
Attach a hand strap (optional)
Remove the back cover.
1
Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the
2
small projection.
Replace the back cover.
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