Samsung GT-S5830M User manual

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To install Kies (PC Sync)
Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung1.
website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC.
Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung2.
Kies will launch automatically.
If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch, double-click
the Samsung Kies icon on your PC.
Refer to the Kies help for more information.

GT-S5830M
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.
Read me first
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
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settings of your device.
Images and screenshots used in this user manual may
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differ in appearance from the actual 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.samsung.com for the latest version of the
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region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not
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applications.
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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.

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In Idle mode, open the application list and select
Settings
→
About phone (represents Settings,
followed by About phone)
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[] (represents the Menu key)
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see in this manual:
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Contents
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Contents
Assembling ............................................. 9
Unpack .................................................................. 9
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery ...... 9
Charge the battery ........................................... 11
Insert a memory card (optional) ................... 13
Attach a hand strap (optional) ...................... 16
Getting started ..................................... 17
Turn your device on and off ........................... 17
Get to know your device ................................. 17
Use the touch screen ........................................ 21
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys . . 22
Get to know the idle screen ........................... 22
Access applications .......................................... 24
Customise your device .................................... 26
Enter text ............................................................ 30
Download applications from Android
Market ................................................................. 34
Download files from the web ........................ 34
Synchronise data .............................................. 35

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Personal information .......................... 64
Contacts .............................................................. 64
Calendar .............................................................. 68
Memo ................................................................... 69
Voice recorder .................................................... 70
Web ........................................................ 71
Internet ............................................................... 71
Maps .................................................................... 74
Latitude ............................................................... 75
Places ................................................................... 76
Navigation .......................................................... 76
Google Search ................................................... 77
Communication ................................... 37
Calling .................................................................. 37
Messaging .......................................................... 41
Google Mail ........................................................ 43
Email .................................................................... 44
Talk ....................................................................... 46
Social Hub ........................................................... 47
Entertainment ...................................... 48
Camera ................................................................ 48
Gallery ................................................................. 55
Music .................................................................... 57
FM radio .............................................................. 60

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Tools ....................................................... 92
Clock .................................................................... 92
Calculator ............................................................ 93
Downloads ......................................................... 93
My files ................................................................ 94
ThinkFree Office ................................................ 95
SIM Toolkit .......................................................... 96
Task manager .................................................... 96
Voice Search ....................................................... 97
YouTube .............................................................. 77
News & Weather ................................................ 79
Samsung Apps .................................................. 80
Market ................................................................. 80
Connectivity ......................................... 81
Bluetooth ............................................................ 81
Wi-Fi ..................................................................... 83
AllShare ............................................................... 84
Mobile network sharing .................................. 86
GPS ....................................................................... 87
PC connections .................................................. 88
VPN connections ............................................... 89

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Voice input and output ................................ 107
Accessibility ..................................................... 108
Date & time ...................................................... 108
About phone ................................................... 108
Troubleshooting ................................ 109
Safety precautions ............................. 115
Index .................................................... 125
Settings .................................................. 98
Access the Settings menu ............................... 98
Wireless and networks .................................... 98
Call settings ..................................................... 100
Sound ............................................................... 101
Display .............................................................. 101
Location and security ................................... 102
Applications .................................................... 103
Accounts and sync ......................................... 104
Privacy .............................................................. 104
SD card and phone storage ......................... 105
Locale & text .................................................... 105

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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device
•
Battery•
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.
The items supplied with your device and available•
accessories may vary depending on your region or
service provider.
You can purchase 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 identification 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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Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-colored
3
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.
To install the SIM or USIM card and battery,
If the device is on, press and hold the Power key and
1
select Power off
→
OK to turn it off.
Remove the back cover.
2
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you
remove the back cover.

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Charge the battery
Before using the device for the first 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 USB cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
Unauthorized 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 off. Recharge your battery to
continue using your device.
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.
Insert the battery.
4
Replace the back cover.
5

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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 affect your device’s
lifespan or performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your
•
device and the charger to a Samsung Service
Center.
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.
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 other end of the USB cable into a USB port
3
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
4
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™or
microSDHC™memory cards with maximum capacities
of 32 GB (depending on memory card manufacturer and
type).
When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the
4
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.
Charge with the USB 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 USB cable into the
2
multifunction jack.

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Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of
1
the device.
Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts
2
facing down.
Push the memory card into the memory card slot until
3
it locks in place.
Close the cover of the memory card slot.
4
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.
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.
Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten
•
the lifespan of memory cards.
When you insert a memory card in your device,
•
the file directory of the memory card will appear
in the sdcard folder.

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Format the memory card
›
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
→
Settings
→
SD card and phone
storage
→
Unmount SD card
→
OK
→
Format SD card
→
Format SD 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.
Remove the memory card
›
Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe
removal.
In Idle mode, select
1
→
Settings
→
SD card and
phone storage
→
Unmount SD card
→
OK.
Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of
2
the device.
Push the memory card gently until it disengages from
3
the device.
Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
4
Close the cover of the memory card slot.
5
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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Attach a hand strap (optional)
Remove the back cover.
1
Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over
2
the small projection.
Replace the back cover.
3

Getting started
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Getting started
Turn your device on and off
To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. 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 the Power key and
select Power off
→
OK.
Follow all posted warnings and directions from•
official personnel when in areas where the use of
wireless devices is restricted, such as airplanes and
hospitals.
To use your device's non-network services only,
•
switch to Flight mode. Press and hold the Power
key and select Flight mode.
Get to know your device
›
Device layout
Home key
Earpiece
Volume key Touch screen
Back key
Proximity sensor
Menu key
Mouthpiece

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›
Keys
Key Function
Power/
Reset
1
/
Lock
Turn on the device (press and hold);
Access the quick menus (press and
hold); Reset the device (press and
hold for 8-10 seconds and release);
Lock the touch screen.
Menu
Open a list of options available on the
current screen; Open the quick search
bar (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.
Back cover
Speaker
Camera lens
Power/Reset/
Lock key
Memory card slot
Multifunction jack
Main antenna
Headset jack
Flashbulb

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Icon Definition
GPS activated
Call in progress
Call on hold
Speakerphone activated
Missed call
Synchronised with the web
Uploading data
Downloading data
Call diverting activated
Connected to PC
USB tethering activated
›
Indicator icons
Icons shown on the display may vary depending on
your region or service provider.
Icon Definition
No signal
Signal strength
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
Open Wi-Fi APs available
Wi-Fi AP activated
Bluetooth activated
Bluetooth headset connected