Samsung SM-A505GT/DS User manual

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USER MANUAL
English (LTN). 04/2019. Rev.1.0
SM-A505G
SM-A505G/DS
SM-A505GT/DS
SM-A705MN
SM-A705MN/DS

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Table of Contents
Basics
4 Read me first
6 Device overheating situations and
solutions
10 Device layout and functions
17 Battery
19 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
25 Memory card (microSD card)
29 Turning the device on and off
30 Initial setup
32 Samsung account
34 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
36 Understanding the screen
50 Notification panel
52 Entering text
Apps and features
55 Installing or uninstalling apps
57 Bixby
67 Bixby Vision
70 Bixby Home
72 Reminder
76 Phone
81 Contacts
85 Messages
88 Internet
90 Email
91 Camera
107 Gallery
113 AR Emoji
121 Always On Display
124 Multi window
127 Kids Home
129 Galaxy Wearable
129 Samsung Members
130 Samsung Notes
131 Calendar
132 Samsung Health
136 Radio
137 Voice Recorder
138 My Files
139 Clock
141 Calculator
142 Game Launcher
145 SmartThings
149 Sharing content
150 Google apps

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194 Google
195 Advanced features
196 Bixby Routines
198 Dual Messenger
199 Digital wellbeing
201 Device care
204 Apps
205 General management
206 Accessibility
206 Software update
207 User manual
207 About phone
Appendix
208 Troubleshooting
Settings
152 Introduction
152 Connections
154 Wi-Fi
156 Bluetooth
158 NFC and payment (NFC-enabled
models)
160 Data saver
161 SIM card manager (dual SIM
models)
161 Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
163 Call and message continuity
163 More connection settings
166 Sounds and vibration
167 Dolby Atmos (surround sound)
167 Separate app sound
168 Notifications
168 App icon badges
169 Display
170 Blue light filter
171 Night mode
171 Changing the screen mode or
adjusting the display color
172 Screen saver
173 Wallpapers and themes
173 Lock screen
174 Smart Lock
175 Biometrics and security
176 Face recognition
179 Fingerprint recognition
182 Samsung Pass
187 Secure Folder
192 Accounts and backup
193 Samsung Cloud

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Basics
Read me first
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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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers 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 customize the
operating system may cause the device or apps 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 depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
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Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Center. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.

Basics
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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 license agreement and will void your warranty.
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Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection
during production and distribution. Damage to the attached screen protector is not
covered by the warranty.
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You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically
adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature
of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting.
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It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the device.
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You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it.
Launch the
Settings app, tap Display
→
Screen timeout , and then select the length
of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen.
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To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the
surrounding environment, launch the
Settings app, tap Display , and then tap the
Adaptive brightness switch to activate it.
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Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,
you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, launch the
Settings app and
tap
About phone
→
Status .