Samsung GT-B9150 User manual

ANDROID DEVICE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
device and keep it for future reference.
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Intellectual Property
All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers
relating to the SAMSUNG HomeSync device, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the
“HomeSync System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade secrets, copyrights,
software, computer programs, and related documentation and other works of authorship. You may not infringe or otherwise
violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify,
prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the
software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All applicable rights of the Intellectual Property
shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers.
Open Source Software
Some software components of this product incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser
General Public License (LGPL), OpenSSL License, BSD License and other open source licenses. To obtain the source code covered
under the open source licenses, please visit:
http://opensource.samsung.com .
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THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF
THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS
OR BENEFITS.
Modification of Software
SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS,
OR YOUR MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.
USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS TO WORK IMPROPERLY. YOUR
CARRIER MAY NOT PERMIT USERS TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS.
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©2013 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. All rights reserved.
Do you have questions about your Samsung Device?
For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at:
http://www.samsung.com/us/support
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ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified®device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-
Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to
vod.divx.com
for more information on how to complete your registration.
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ...........................3
Understanding This User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Device Layout and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting to a Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Turning on the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Turning Off the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting to a Smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting to Audio Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting to a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Resetting the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 2: Basics .......................................11
Features of Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Controlling a Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Opening an Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Apps Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting Up Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Transferring Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Section 3: Internet and Screen
Mirroring .................................................19
Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Screen Mirroring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Section 4: Media .......................................21
Music Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Video Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Section 5: Application and Media
Stores ......................................................24
Music Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Play Movies & TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Play Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Media Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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Section 6: Utilities .................................... 25
Google . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
My Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
McAfee Virus Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Section 7: Settings ................................... 26
About Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
HomeSync Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Nearby Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Display on HomeSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Application Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Location Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Lock Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Language and Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Backup and Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Mouseover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
About Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Updating the Device Software . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Section 8: Health and Safety
Information ..............................................33
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals . . . 33
FCC Radio Frequency Emission . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Samsung Products and Recycling . . . . . . . . . . 39
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Restricting Children's Access to Your Device . 40
FCC Notice and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Other Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . 41
Section 9: Warranty Information ..............42
Standard Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
End User License Agreement for Software . . . 47
Index ...........................................................54
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Section 1: Getting Started
Use the HomeSync device to play multimedia files on large
screens that support High Definition Multimedia Interface
(HDMI). Install the HomeSync application on your smartphone
and then use it as a mouse to control the monitor or TV.
This section helps you to quickly start using your device.
Understanding This User Manual
The sections of this manual generally follow the features of
your device. A robust index for features begins on page 54.
Also included is important safety information, beginning on
page 33, that you should know before using your device.
This manual gives navigation instructions according to the
default display settings. If you select other settings,
navigation steps may be different.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual
assume that you are starting from the Home screen.
Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings
and may vary from your device depending on the
software version on your device and any changes to the
device’s settings.
Note: All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual
displays may vary depending on the software version of
your device and any changes to the device’s settings.
Special Text
In this manual, some text is set apart from the rest. This
special text is intended to point out important information,
share quick methods for activating features, define terms,
and more. The definitions for these methods are as follows:
• Notes : Presents alternative options for the current feature, menu,
or sub-menu.
• Tips : Provides quick or innovative methods or useful shortcuts.
• Important : Points out important information about the current
feature that could affect performance.
• Warning : Brings important information to your attention that can
help to prevent loss of data or functionality or damage to your
device.
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Device Layout and Function
The following items can be found on the side and back of
your device as illustrated.
1.
Power button : Press and hold to turn the device on or
off.
Press and hold more than 8 seconds to reset the
device.
2.
Settings button : Press and hold for a few seconds to
capture a screenshot.
3.
Power adaptor port : Connect a power cable to supply
power.
4.
microUSB port : Connect to a computer with a microUSB
cable with Media Transfer Protocol (MTP).
5.
HDMI cable port : Connect to a monitor (TV or computer)
using an HDMI cable.
6.
USB port : Connect a USB cable to use a keyboard or a
mouse.
7.
S/PDIF port : Connect to audio equipment using an
S/PDIF cable.
8.
LAN cable port : Connect to a network using a LAN
cable.
Note: Some items, including monitors, smartphones, and
peripherals, may not be compatible with the device.
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Package Contents
Check the product box for the following items. The items
supplied with the device may vary depending on the region
or service provider.
• Device
• Power adaptor/Power cord
• LAN cable
Note: You can purchase additional accessories: HDMI cable
(A-to-A), USB cable, S/PDIF cable, and microUSB cable.
Make sure they are compatible with the device before
purchase.
Connecting to a Monitor
Connect the device to a monitor that supports High Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI).
1. Connect the device to a monitor using the HDMI cable.
Note: For more information, refer to the user manual for the
monitor.
2. Next, connect the power adaptor to the device, and
then connect the power cord to the electrical socket.
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Turning on the Device
To turn on the device:
1. Press and hold the Power button to turn on the device.
2. Turn on the connected monitor.
Turning Off the Device
To turn off the device:
 Press and hold the Power button, and then select OK .
For more information about how to control the screen, see
“Controlling a Screen” on page 12.
Connecting to a Smartphone
You can connect the device to a smartphone and use the
smartphone as a mouse to control a monitor or TV screen
(see “Controlling a Screen” on page 12).
To use this feature, you must download
HomeSync from
Samsung Apps or the Google Play Store and install it on your
smartphone.
Note: When your smartphone supports the Near Field
Communication (NFC) feature, touch the back of your
smartphone to the NFC antenna area near the center of
the device to download HomeSync .
Once the device connects to a smartphone, the device will
automatically reconnect to it whenever
HomeSync is
activated.
Using the NFC Feature to Connect
You can connect the device to a smartphone when your
smartphone supports the NFC feature.
1. Activate the NFC feature on your smartphone.
2. To start
HomeSync , touch the back of your smartphone
to the NFC antenna area of the device.
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3. Press
Menu ➔ Add device .
4. When the NFC tag window appears, touch the back of
your smartphone to the NFC antenna area of the
device.
Note: The NFC antenna area of the smartphone may differ. For
more information, refer to the user manual for the
smartphone.
Using Bluetooth to Connect
You can use the Bluetooth feature to connect the device to
your smartphone if your smartphone does not support the
NFC feature.
1. Activate the Bluetooth feature on your smartphone.
2. Start
HomeSync .
3. Select the device name from the list of detected
devices.
Note: The device name, [HomeSync]xxxxxx, will be different
for your device.
4. Enter the PIN number displayed on the monitor.
[HomeSync]xxxxxx
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Connecting to Audio Equipment
You can connect the device to audio equipment, such as
home theaters.
Connect the device to audio equipment using an S/PDIF
cable.
Connecting to a Network
Connect the device to a network by connecting the LAN cable
to the LAN cable port on the device.
To connect to a Wi-Fi network, see “Connecting to a Wi-Fi
Network” on page 18.
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Resetting the Device
If your device is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the
Power button for more than 8 seconds.
Note: Resetting may disconnect the device from your
smartphone. Connect the device to your smartphone
again with the NFC feature or the Bluetooth feature.
Troubleshooting
Before you contact a Samsung Service Center, read the
following tips for a potential solution.
Problem Tips
Nothing appears on
the screen.
• Ensure that the power adaptor and
the HDMI cable are connected
properly.
Music, video, or
other media content
do not play.
• Ensure that your device supports the
file type.
• Some files downloaded from the
Internet cannot be played.
The device is dirty. • Wipe your device with a soft towel or
an eraser. Using chemicals or
detergents may discolor or corrode
the outside of the device.
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Problem Tips
Data stored on the
device has been
deleted.
• Be sure to back up important data to
another storage media (for example,
Samsung Kies) before resetting the
device. Samsung is not responsible
for the loss of any data.
Problem Tips
A connection is not
established when
the device is
connected to a
computer with a
microUSB cable.
• You can transfer media files from a
computer to the device by
connecting the device with Media
Transfer Protocol (MTP).
• If you are a Windows XP user, ensure
that you have Windows XP Service
Pack 3 or higher installed on your
computer.
• Ensure that you have Samsung Kies
2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or
higher installed on your computer.
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Section 2: Basics
This section outlines some key features and basic functions of
your device.
Features of Your Device
The following list outlines a few of the features included in
your device.
Component Description
CPU GAIA 1.7 GHz (Cortex A15 dual)
Memory 1GB DDR3, 8GB eMMC, and
1 terabyte hard drive
Connectivity
• Lan Gigabit Ethernet
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz & a/n 5GHz HT40
2x2 MIMO Channel Bonding
• Bluetooth V4.0 + HS
• NFC Tag Simply pair up to 48 Galaxy devices for
backup and content access
Interface
• USB 2 external USB 3.0 connections
• Micro USB 1 PC Connection 11pin mUSB
• HDMI Out TV mirroring
• Optical Audio Audio Amplifier Connection
Codec
• Video H.264, H.263, MPEG4, VC-1, Sorenson
Spark, WMV7/8, MP43, VP8, Divx/Xvid,
AC3
• Audio MP3, AAC LC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA 9std/
10pro/Lossless, FLAC, Vorbis, AMR-NB/
WB
DRM HDCP 1.3/2.1, Playready, Widevine,
Trustzone
Platform
Android version 4.2, Jelly Bean
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Controlling a Screen
Use your smartphone as a mouse to control a screen.
Start
HomeSync on your smartphone, and then select
Remote Control to use Remote Mouse or Touch Pad .
Note: These features are available only when the NFC feature
or the Bluetooth feature is activated.
You can also connect a mouse to the USB port on the
device to control a screen.
Using Remote Mouse
Control the screen by moving the smartphone and touching
the control pad.
You can move the pointer by moving the smartphone up,
down, left, or right, and then touching the control pad.
For more information about how to use the control pad, see
“Using the Control Pad” on page 13. 1. Switch between Remote Mouse and Touch Pad.
2. Move the pointer to the center of the screen.
3. Control pad.
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Using Touch Pad
Drag the switch to the right and touch the control pad to
move the pointer.
Controlling the Pointer Speed
Press Menu ➔ Pointer Speed . Adjust the pointer speed
by dragging the slider to the left or right and selecting OK.
Using the Control Pad
Tapping
To open an application, to press
an on-screen button, or to enter
a character using the on-screen
keypad, tap it with your finger.
Double-Tapping
Double-tap on a webpage,
map, or image to zoom into
an area. Double-tap again
to return.
Dragging
Drag left or right to move to
another page when the
mouse pointer is changed to
a palm after tapping and
holding the control pad.
Drag up or down to scroll
through a list when the
mouse pointer is changed to
a palm after tapping and
holding the control pad.
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Pinching
Tap and hold the control pad
with two fingers, and then
spread them apart on a
webpage, map, or image to
zoom into an area when the
mouse pointer is changed to a
palm. Pinch to zoom out.
Entering Text
To enter text, place the cursor at the text input field, and then
use the keypad that appears on the screen.
Note: You can also connect a keyboard to the USB port on the
device to enter text.
Home Screen
The Home screen is the starting point to access all the
features on the device. Select an application shortcut at the
bottom of the screen to preview the list of recently played
photos or videos.
Scroll left or right and select a thumbnail to open.
1. Select an application shortcut to preview as a
thumbnail.
2. Select a preview thumbnail to open.
3. Open the
Apps screen.
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Buttons
The following buttons display at the bottom of the Home
screen:
Opening an Application
Open the Apps screen and select an application shortcut to
open the application.
To close the application, press .
Opening from Recently-Used Applications
Press and select an application icon to open.
Closing an Application
When you multi-task by running multiple applications at the
same time, some applications may slow down. It may also
cause memory shortage.
Close applications not in use to maintain device
performance.
Press ➔
Task manager , and then select End next to an
application to close it.
To close all running applications, select
End all .
Select
OK .
Open the list of recent applications.
Open the Home screen.
Return to the previous screen.
Launch the search application.
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