Samsung GT-S7562 User manual

GT-S7562
quick start guide
You can access the full user manual for more
information. To learn to access the user manual, see
“View the user manual”in this quick start guide.

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This product meets applicable national
SAR limits of 2.0W/kg. The specific
maximum SAR values can be found
in the SAR information section of this
manual.
When carrying the product or using
it while worn on your body, maintain
a distance of 1.5 cm from the body to
ensure compliance with RF exposure
requirements.
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.
• The contents of this manual may differ from the
product, or from software provided by service
providers or carriers, and are subject to change
without prior notice.
• The items supplied with your device and available
accessories may vary depending on your region or
service provider.

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• You can buy additional accessories from your local
Samsung retailer.
• The supplied items are designed only for your device
and may not be compatible with other devices.
• Other accessories may not be compatible with your
device.
• 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 your
device or applications to work improperly.
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

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Copyright
Copyright © 2012 Samsung Electronics
This manual is protected under international copyright
laws.
No part of this manual 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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Mail™, YouTube™, Google Play™Store, Google
Latitude™, and Google Talk™are trademarks of
Google, Inc.
• Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of the
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.
• Windows Media Player®is a registered trademark of
the Microsoft Corporation.
• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property
of their respective owners.

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Assembling
Device layout
Front view
4
9
2
3
8
6
710
1
5

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Number Function
1
Earpiece
2
Front camera lens
3
Proximity sensor
4
Volume key
5
Home key
6
Option key
7
Multifunction jack
8
Touch screen
9
Back key
10
Microphone

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Rear view
16
18
17
12
14
13
11
19
15
Number Function
11
Headset jack
12
Power/Reset/Lock key
13
Speaker
14
Memory card slot
15
GPS antenna
1
16
Rear camera lens
17
Service light
18
Back cover
19
Main antenna
1. Do not touch or cover the area around the antenna with your
hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.

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Keys
Key Function
Power/
Reset
2
/
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
Open the list of options available
on the current screen; On the Home
screen, launch the search application
(press and hold); 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.
2. 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
1. Remove the back cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you
remove the back cover.
2. Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured
contacts facing downwards.
Your device has two SIM card slots to allow you to
use two SIM or USIM cards, and switch between
them. Use the upper slot for your primary, or most
frequently used, SIM or USIM card. Use the lower slot
for a secondary SIM or USIM card.
SIM card 1
SIM card 2

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• Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card
slots. If the memory card becomes lodged in
the SIM card slots, you must take your device to
a Samsung Service Centre to have the memory
card removed.
• 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.
When you insert two USIM cards into your device,
the card in the secondary slot will be used for a
GPRS network.
3. Insert the battery.
4. Replace the back cover.

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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.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
Unapproved chargers or cables may cause batteries
to explode or damage your device.
If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot
turn on the device, even with the device charging.
Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few
minutes before you try to turn on the device.
1. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the
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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2. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into an
electrical socket.
If the device receives an unstable power supply
while charging, the touch screen may not function.
If this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the
device.
3. When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the
travel 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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Getting started
Turn on or off your device
To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key.
If you are turning on your device for the first time,
follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device. You must sign in to Google or create a
Google account to use applications that interact
with the Google server.
To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key,
and then select Power off
→
OK.
• Follow all posted warnings and directions from
approved personnel in areas where the use of
wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes
and hospitals.
• To use only your device’s non-network features,
switch to Flight mode.

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Access applications
1. On the Home screen, select to access the
application list.
2. Scroll left or right to another screen.
You can also select one of the dots at the bottom of
the screen to move directly to the corresponding
screen.
3. Select an application.
4. Press the Back key to return to the previous screen.
Press the Home key to return to the Home screen.
Access recently-used applications
1. Press and hold the Home key to view the applications
you have accessed recently.
2. Select an application.

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Open the notifications panel
To open the notifications panel, tap the indicator icons
area and drag it downwards. To hide the panel, drag the
bottom of the panel upwards.
Make or answer a call
You can use calling functions, such as making and
answering calls, using options available during a call, or
customising and using call-related features.
Make a call
Open the dialling screen, enter a phone number, and
then select or . To make a video call, select .

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Answer a call
During an incoming call, select and then drag your
finger outside of the large circle.
Switch SIM or USIM cards
Once you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can switch
back and forth between each card.
To switch between SIM or USIM cards, open the
notifications panel and select a SIM card icon, except
for when the device is sending or receiving messages or
data from the network.

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Send messages
You can create and send text (SMS) or multimedia (MMS)
messages.
You may incur additional charges for sending or
receiving messages while you are outside your
home service area. For details, contact your service
provider.
1. Open the messaging application.
2. Add recipients and enter your message text (for text
messages, skip to step 4).
3. To add an item to the message, select an
appropriate option, and then an item.
4. Select or to send the message.

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Connect to the Internet
You can connect to the Internet by using the Wi-Fi
feature or mobile network connections. Open the web
application and browse web pages. You can bookmark
your favourite web pages or use various Internet
options.
You may incur additional charges for accessing the
Internet and downloading media files. For details,
contact your service provider.
View the user manual
The user manual provides complete information about
operating your device.
From your device
1. Open the Internet application.
2. Select to open the bookmark list.
3. Select the bookmark for the user manual.
To access the user guide more easily, place a shortcut or
widget for the user guide on the Home screen.
From your computer
Access
www.samsung.com and then search for the user
manual by the model name of your device.

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Safety information
This safety information contains content for mobile devices. Some
content may be not applicable to your device. To prevent injury
to yourself and others or damage to your device, read the safety
information about your device before using the device.
Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and explosion
Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical
sockets
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands or disconnect the
charger by pulling the cord
Do not bend or damage the power cord
Do not use your device while it is charging or touch your device
with wet hands
Do not short-circuit the charger or the device
Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the device
Do not charge the battery with the charger that is not approved by
the manufacturer
Do not use your device during a thunderstorm
Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is increased.
Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery
For safe disposal of your Li-Ion battery, contact your nearest authorised service
centre.
Handle and dispose of the device and charger with care
• Use only Samsung-approved battery and charger specifically designed for
your device. Incompatible battery and charger can cause serious injuries or
damage to your device.