Samsung GT-I7500 manual

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ii using this manual This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your mobile device. Instructional icons Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual: Wa r n i n g —situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution —situations that could caus[...]

using this manual iii Copyright information Rights to all technologies and products that comprise this device ar e the property of their respective owners: • This product has a Android platform based on Linux, which can be expanded by a variety of JavaScript-based software. • Google,Android Market, Google T alk, Google Mail, and Google Maps are[...]

iv contents safety and usage information .................. 1 Safety warnings ................ .............. ............ 1 Safety precautions ......... ................. ............ 3 Important usage information ....................... 6 introducing your device ......................... 11 Unpack ..... ................. .............. ..........[...]

contents v Customise your device ............................ .. 26 Enter text .. .................. .............. ................ 27 Download a ppl ications from Android Market ..................... .............. ...... 29 Download files from the web ........ ............. 30 Synchronise data ......................... ............. 31 communica[...]

vi contents settings ................................................... 64 Wireless cont rols ........... .............. ............. 64 Call settings ..... .............. .............. ............. 66 Sound & display .................... .............. ...... 67 Data synchronization .. .............. ................ 68 Security & loca[...]

1 safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations an d ensure peak performance of your mobile device. Keep your device away from small children and pets Keep your device and all acc essories out of the reach of small children or animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if s[...]

2 safety and usage inform ation Install mobile devi ces and equipment with caution Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle are securely mounted. A void placing your device and accessories near or in an air bag deploym ent area. Impr operly installed wireless equipment can cause serious injury when air bags infl[...]

safety and usage informat ion 3 Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments Do not use your device at refuelling points (service stations) or near fuels or chemicals. T urn off your device whenever directed by warnin g signs or instructions. Y our device could cause explosions or fire in and around fuel or chemical storage and transfe[...]

4 safety and usage inform ation Follow all safety warnings and regulations Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile device in a certain area. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible acce ssories may damage your device or cause injury . Turn off the device near medical equipment Y our device can interfere with m[...]

safety and usage informat ion 5 Handle your device carefully and sensibly • Do not disassemble your phone due to a risk of electric shock. • Do not allow your phone to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage and will change the colour of the label that indicates water damage inside the phone. Do not handle your phone with wet hands. Water da[...]

6 safety and usage inform ation Use your device in the normal position Avoid contact with your device’ s internal antenna. Allow only qualified personnel to service your device Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your device and will void your warranty . Ensure maximum ba ttery and charger life • Avoid [...]

safety and usage informat ion 7 Ensure access to emergency services Emergency calls from yo ur device may not be possible in some areas or circumstances. Before travelling in remote or und eveloped areas, plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information Y our device confor[...]

8 safety and usage inform ation Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electr onic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countri es with se parate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the pr oduct and its electronic accessories (e.g. c harger , headset,[...]

safety and usage informat ion 9 Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) This marking on the battery , manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their wor[...]

10 safety and usage inform ation SAMSUNG EXPRESSL Y DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE. SAMSUNG DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY , V ALIDITY , TIMELINESS, LEGALITY , OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE MADE AV AILABLE THROUGH THIS DEVICE AND UNDER [...]

11 introducing your device In this section, learn about your mobile device’ s layout, keys, and icons. Unpack Check your product box for the following ite ms: • Mobile device • Battery • T ravel adapter (charger) •U s e r m a n u a l The items supplied with your device may var y depending on the soft ware and accessories available in your[...]

12 introducing your devi ce Device layout The front of your device includes the following keys and features: The rear of your device includes the following keys and feature s: 4-way navigation key Power key Dial key T ouch screen Earpiece Vol u m e ke y Confirm key Home key Mouthpiece Menu key Proxim ity sens or Back key Battery cover Camera lens C[...]

13 introducing your devi ce Keys Key Function Menu Open a list of options available on the current screen Navigation Scroll through applications or menu option s Confirm Confirm your selection or input Back Return to the previous screen Home Open the Home screen; Open the list of recent programs (press and hold) Dial M ak e o r a n sw e r a c a ll [...]

14 introducing your devi ce Icons Learn about the ic ons that appear on your screen. Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPS activated More status icons are available ( touch the icon to see them) Call in progress Missed call Call diverting act[...]

15 introducing your devi ce Silent mode activat ed Music playback in progress Wireless functions disab led Battery power level Alarm activated Icon Definition[...]

16 getting started with your device Learn about basics to st art using your device. Assemble and prepare your mobile device Get started by assembling and setting up your mobile device for its first use. Install the SIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Ident ity Modu le (SIM) card with subscrip[...]

17 getting started with your device T o install the SIM card and battery , 1. Remove the bat tery cover . 2. Insert the SIM card. If the device is o n, turn it off. X p. 21 • Place the SIM card in the device with the gold-coloured co ntacts facing down. • Without inserting a SIM ca rd, you can use your device’ s non-network services and some [...]

18 getting started with your device 3. Insert the battery . 4. Replace the battery cover . Charge the battery Before using the device for the first time, you mu st charge the battery . 1. Open the cover to the mu ltifunc tion jack on the top of the de vice. 2. Plug the small end of th e travel adapter into the multifunction jack. With the triangle [...]

19 getting started with your device 3. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet. 4. When the battery is fully charged (the icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel adapter from the power outle t. 5. Unplug the travel adapter from the device. 6. Close the cover to the multifunction jack. Insert a memory card (o ptional) T o s[...]

20 getting started with your device 2. Unlock the memory card holder . 3. Lift the memory card h older and inser t a memory card as shown. 4. Close the memory card holder . 5. Lock the memory card holder . 6. Replace the battery cover .[...]

21 getting started with your device Turn your device on an d off T o turn your device on, press and hold [ ]. Y our device will automatically connect to th e cellular network. T o turn your device off, 1. Press an d hold [ ]. 2. Select Power off → OK . Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys Y ou can lock the touch screen and the keys to prevent[...]

22 getting started with your device Disable wireless functions By disabling your device’ s wireless functions, you can use your device’ s non-network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. T o disable wireless functions, open th e application list ( X p. 25 ), select Settings → Wireless cont[...]

23 getting started with your device • Drag your finger up or do wn to scroll through vertical lists. • Drag your finger left or right to scroll through horizontal lists. Y ou can open a list of available options by touching and ho lding an item .[...]

24 getting started with your device Get to kno w the Home sc reen When your device turns on , the Home screen appears. F rom this screen, you can access var ious features and status information. * Y ou r Home screen may appear different from the screen in the user manual. Scroll through the Home screen Drag left or right to view the hidden area of [...]

25 getting started with your device • Folders : Create a new folder or add folders for your contacts. • Wallpapers : Set a background image. Move items on the Home screen 1. T ouch and hold an item to move. 2. Drag the item to the lo cation you want when the item is magnified. Remove items from the Home screen 1. T ouch and hold an item to remo[...]

26 getting started with your device 3. Press [ ] to return to the previous screen; Press the Home key to return to the Home screen. T o access recent applications, 1. Press and hold the Home key to open the list of applications you have accessed recently . 2. Select an application to access. Customise your device Get more from your device by custom[...]

27 getting started with your device Activate animation for switching windows From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings → Sound & display → Anim ation . Set an unlock pattern Y ou can set an unlock pattern to prevent unauthorised people from using the device without your permission. 1. From the Home screen, ope n th[...]

28 getting started with your device Y ou can also use the following icons: Copy and paste text While you are entering text , you can use the copy and paste feature to use te xt in other applications. 1. T ouch and hold the text input field. 2. Select Select text from the option list. 3. Drag your finger acr oss the text you want to highlight. 4. T [...]

29 getting started with your device Download applicatio ns from Android Market Android Market provides you an easy and quick way to shop for games and mobile applicat ions. Based on the Android platform, your device’ s functionality can be extended by installin g additional applications. Install applications 1. From the Home screen, ope n the app[...]

30 getting started with your device Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web, your device stores them in a memory card. For checking supported file formats, see “Supported file formats.” Download files from the web 1. From the Home screen, open the applic ation list and select Brow ser . 2. Search for[...]

31 getting started with your device Synchronise data Y ou can synchronise data (Google messages, calendar , and contacts) with the Google web server and back up or restore your data. Once the synchronisation is co mpleted, your device stays connected to the web. If any change is made on the web, the updated in formation will appear on your device a[...]

32 getting started with your device Synchronise data manual ly 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Settings → Data synchronizat ion . 2. Press [] → Sync now . Y our device will start synchronising the data you set for synchronisation.[...]

33 communication Learn basics to make and answer calls, and to send and receive many types of messages over cellular networks and the internet. Calls Learn to make or answer calls and use call functions. Make a call 1. From the Home screen, pr ess [ ] to display a list of recent numbers. 2. Select Dialer . 3. Enter an area code and a phone number .[...]

34 communication Answer a call 1. When a call comes in, press [ ]. 2. T o end the call, press [ ]. Adjust the volume T o adjust the volume during a call, press the V olume key up or down. Use the speakerphone fe ature 1. During a call, press [ ] → Speaker to activate the speaker . 2. T o switch back to the earpiece, repeat step 1. View and dial m[...]

35 communication Call an inte rnationa l number 1. From the Home screen, press [ ] to display a list of recent numbers. 2. Select Dialer . 3. T ouch and hold 0 to insert the + character . 4. Enter the complete number you wan t to dial (country code, area code, and phone number), and then press [ ] to dial. Call a contact from Contacts Y ou can call[...]

36 communication Answer a second call If your network supports this function, you can answer a second incoming call: 1. Press [ ] to answer the sec ond call. The first call is automatic ally placed on hold. 2. Press [ ] → Swap calls to switch between the calls. Make a multiparty call (conference c all) 1. Call the first pa rty you want to add to [...]

37 communication Text and multimedia messages Use the messaging functions. For instructions on entering text, see "Enter text." X p. 27 Send a text message 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Messaging → New messa ge . 2. Select the recipient field. 3. Enter a recipient number . 4. Select the text input field.[...]

38 communication View text or multimedia messages 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Messaging . 2. Select a text or multimedia message from the message thre ad list. 3. For a multimedia message, select to view the attachment . Google Mail™ Y ou can retrieve new email messages from Google Mail to your Inbox. When you a[...]

39 communication 3. Select a label to add and select OK . Add a star to a message 1. From the Inbox screen, touch and hold a message. 2. Select Add star . The star icon next to the message is activated. Filter messages 1. From the Inbox screen, press [ ] → View labels . 2. Select the label of the messages you want to view . Send an email message [...]

40 communication 3. Enter your email a ddress and p assword, and then select Next . 4. Select an account type (POP3 or IMAP). 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. View email messages When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view new messages. After you retrieve email message[...]

41 communication Delete an email accou nt 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Email . 2. Press [ ] → Accounts . 3. T ouch and hold the account you want to delete. 4. Select Remove account . Google Talk™ Learn to send instant messages to your friends or family via Google T alk. Start a chat 1. From the Home screen, ope[...]

42 media Learn to use the media applications on your device: Music, Videos, Camera, Gallery , and Y o uT ube. Supported file formats Y our device supports the following file formats: File type Extens ion Audio .arm, .mp3, .mid, . ogg, .wav , .imy , .ota, .rtttl Video .3gp, .mp4 Image .bmp, .gif, .jp g, .png File type Codec Audio • Decoding: MP3 ,[...]

43 media Music Learn how to listen to music via the music player . Add music files to your device Start by adding files to your device or memory card: • Download from the wireless web. X p. 30 • Copy to your memory card. Copy music files t o a memory card 1. Insert a memory card. 2. Using an optional PC data cable, conne ct the multifunction ja[...]

44 media Create a playlist 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Music . 2. Select a category → a music file. 3. Press [ ] → Add to playlist → New . 4. Enter a title for the new playlist and select Save . 5. T o add more music files to the playlist, play a file and press [ ] → Add to playlist → the playlist. Use t[...]

45 media Camera Learn the basics to capture and view photos and videos. T o use the camera, you must first insert a memory card. Capture photos 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Rotate the device ant i-cloc kwise to landscape view . 3. Aim the lens at the subjec t and make any adjustments. 4. Press the Camera key or select [...]

46 media Customise camera sett ings 1. Press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera. 2. Press [ ] → Settings . 3. Customise the following options: • Store location in pictures : Set to capture photos with location information (lat itude, longitude). • Select video quality : Select a quality option for capturing videos. • Select flash[...]

47 media Open a video 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Gallery . 2. Select a video folder → a video file. Videos you have captured are saved in Camera videos . 3. Control playback using the following icons and keys: Play a slideshow 1. From the Home screen, open the applic ation list and select Gallery . 2. Select an[...]

48 media YouTube™ Y ouT ube is a free online video streaming service. Learn to vie w and sh are videos via Y ouT ube. Watch videos 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select YouTube . 2. Select a video from the list of the featured videos. Y ou can also select a video category by pressing [] → Categories → a category . 3. [...]

49 personal productivity Learn to manage contac ts and schedule calendar events. Y our contacts and calendar are s ynchronised with the Google web server . Contacts Learn to use contact cards and groups to store personal information, such as names, phone numbers, and addresses. Create a contact T o create a contact from the dialler screen, 1. From [...]

50 personal productivit y 5. When you are finished, select Done to add the contact card. T o create a contact fro m the contact list, 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Contacts . 2. Press [ ] → New cont act . 3. Enter contact information. T o add a caller ID image, press [ ] → Add icon . 4. When you are finished, se[...]

51 personal productivity Set up a favourite contact list Y ou can set contacts as your favourites and manage them separately fr om your regular contacts. Start with adding contacts to the favourite list. 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Contacts . 2. T ouch and hold a contact and select Add to favorites . 3. Repeat ste[...]

52 personal productivit y Calendar Use the calendar to keep tr ack of your monthly , weekly , daily schedule. Change the calendar view 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Calendar . The calendar opens in month view . 2. Press [ ] → a view option: • Agenda : A list of scheduled appointments for the current month. • D[...]

53 personal productivity 3. Complete the fields and adjust the settings fo r your event. In the Calendar field, select a calendar to display (if you have more than one). In the Reminders field, set a reminder time before the event starts. T o add reminder alarms for the event, press [ ] → Add reminder . 4. When you are finished, select Save . Vie[...]

54 web Learn to connect to the wireless web with the built-in web browser . Learn to use Google Search and Google Maps. Browser Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. Browse web pages 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Browser . The preset homepage opens. • Y ou may incur additional charges fo r accessin[...]

55 web 2. Access a web page: • Press [ ] → Bookmarks → a bookmark. • Press [ ] → Bookmarks , scroll to the Most visited or History tab, and select a web page. • Press [ ] → Go , enter a web address , and select Go . 3. While browsing web pages, use the following features: • T o return to the previous page, press [ ]. • T o reload [...]

56 web Search for text on a web page 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Brows er . 2. Press [ ] → More → Find on page . 3. Enter a keyword in the search field. The web page will highlight the text that matches your input. Bookmark your favourite web pages 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select[...]

57 web Google Search Y ou can search for information from websites by using the Google Search service. The Google Search bar is added to your Hom e screen by default. 1. From the Home screen, selec t the Google Search bar . 2. Enter a keyword and select . Y ou are connected to the Google website. Google Maps™ Learn to find your location, search t[...]

58 web Find your location 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Google Maps . 2. Press [ ] → My Loca tion . Search for a specific location 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Google Maps . 2. Press [ ] → Search . 3. Use one of the following methods: • Enter the address. • Enter the categor[...]

59 tools Learn how to work with yo ur mobile device’ s tools and additional applicat ions. Bluetooth Learn about your device’ s ability to connect to other wireless devices for using hands-free features. Turn on the Bluet ooth wirele ss feature 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless cont rols . 2. Se[...]

60 tools 2. Select a device from the Bluetooth device list. 3. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’ s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select Done . When the owner of the other devic e enters the same PIN or accepts t he connection, pairing is complete. Allow other Bluetooth devices to locate your device From the H[...]

61 tools Activate and connect to a WLAN 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Settings → Wireless contro ls → Wi-Fi . Y our device detects and indicates the presence of the available WLAN networks. 2. Select Wi-Fi setting s . 3. Select a network under Wi -Fi networks . 4. Enter a password for WLAN and select Done . 5. S[...]

62 tools Alarm Clock Learn to set an d control a larms for import ant events. Set a new alarm 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Alarm Clock . 2. Press [ ] → Add alarm . 3. Select Turn on alar m . 4. Set alarm details in each field (time, ringtone, vibrate, rep eat, and label). 5. When you are finished, press [ ]. Stop[...]

63 tools Calculator Learn to pe rform mathematica l operations. 1. From the Home screen, ope n the application list and select Calculator . 2. Use the keys that correspo nd to the calculator to perform basic mathe matical oper ations. T o use the advanced op erators, press [ ] → Advanced panel .[...]

64 settings Learn about your device settings. T o access your device settings, 1. From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings . 2. Select a category ( Wire less control s , Call settings , Sound & display , Data synchronization , S ecurity & location , Applications , SD card & ph one storage , Date & time , L[...]

65 settings Wi-Fi settings • Wi-Fi : T urn the WLAN feature on or off. • Network notification : Set the device to notify you when an open network is available. • Add Wi-Fi networ k : Add WLAN networks. Bluetooth T urn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. Bluetooth settings • Bluetoot h : T urn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. [...]

66 settings Call settings Change the settings for call functions. Fixed Dialing Numbers • Enable FDN : Restrict outgoing calls only to contacts specified in the SI M card. T o activate this feature, you need to enter th e PIN2 supplied with your SIM card. • Change PIN2 : Change the PIN2. • FDN list : Set up a list of contacts for fixed dialli[...]

67 settings Sound & display Change the settings for various sounds on your device and for the display . Silent mode Activate the silent mode to mute all sounds. Ringer volume Set the default volume of the call ringtone and notifications. Media volume Set the default volume for music and videos. Phone ringtone Select a ringtone to alert you to i[...]

68 settings Audible s election Set the device to sound when you select an application or option on the touch scree n. SD card notifications Set the device to sound when a memor y card is recognised. Orientation Set the screen orientation to automatically switch when rotating the device. Animation Set the device to display animation when you switch [...]

69 settings Security & location Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM card, and GPS functionality . Use wireless networks Set the device to use the wireless n etworking for checking locations, if supported in an application. Enable GPS satellites Enable the GPS functionality for checking locations, if supported in an applic a[...]

70 settings Visible passwords By default, the device display s your password as * for security . Set the device to display your password as you enter . Applications Change the setting for managing installed applications. Unknown sources Select to download applic ations from any source. If you do not select this option, you can download applications[...]

71 settings SD card & phon e storage Check memory information of memory cards and your device and reset the device. • Total space : View the total amount of memory for the external or internal memor y . • Available space : View the amount of available memory for the externa l or internal me mory . • Unmount SD card : Unmount the ex ternal[...]

72 settings • Sound on keypress : Set the device to sound when you press a key . • Auto-capitalization : Set the device to automatically capitalise the first letter after a punctuation mark, such as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark. • Quick fixes : Set the de vice to consider your common mistakes and display word suggestions when [...]

a troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile device, try these troubleshooting procedur es befor e contacting a service professional. While using your device, the following messages may appear: Messag e Try this to s olve the problem: No SIM card. Ensure that the SIM card is installed correctly . SIM card is locked. When using th e [...]

b troubleshooting Y our device does not show a signal (no bars next to the network icon) • If you just turned on the device, wait about 2 minutes for your device to find the network and receive a signal. • Y ou may not be able to r eceive a signal in tunnels or elevators. Move to an open area. • Y ou may be between service areas. Y o u should[...]

c troubleshooting • If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected. The sound quality of a call is poor • Ensure that you are not blocking the internal antenna on bottom of the device. • When you are in areas with weak signals, you may lose reception. Mov e to another area a nd try again. The battery does not charge properly or some[...]

d troubleshooting • Ensure that you have activated the wireless connection to your mobile service provider and that the signal is not obstructed. • Ensure that you have ente red the correct user name and pa ssword. Y ou cannot find a Bluetooth-enabled device • Ensure that both devices have activated the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Ensure [...]

e index alarm clock 62 applications downloading from Android Market, 29 downloading from web, 30 viewing history, 30 battery charging, 18 installing, 16 low battery indicator, 19 Bluetooth activating, 59 connecting to other devices, 59 visibility setting, 60 calculator 63 calendar changing views, 52 creating events, 52 viewing multiple calendars, 5[...]

f index email messages sending, 40 setting up accounts, 39 viewing, 40 enter text 27 fixed dialling numbers (FDN) 66 gallery 46 Google Mail 38 Google Maps 57 Google Search 57 Google Talk 41 GPS 69 headset 34 home screen 24 internet, see web browser memory card 19 messages chatting with instant, 41 sending email, 40 sending Google message, 39 sendin[...]

g index supported file formats 42 sync with Google auto-sync, 31 manually, 32 text copy and paste, 28 entering, 27 messages, 37 text messages sending, 37 viewing, 38 touch tone 26 unlock pattern 27 videos capturing, 45 sharing, 48 viewing, 44 , 47 volume call volume, 34 ringtone volume, 26 web brows er accessing web pages, 54 adding bookmarks, 56 o[...]

Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE) We, Samsung Electronics declare under our sole responsibilit y that the product GSM Mobile Phone : GT -I7500 to which this declaratio n relates, is in conformit y with the following standards and/or othe r normative doc uments. SAFETY EN 60950- 1 : 2001 +A11:2004 SAR EN 50360 : 2001 EN 62209-1 : 2006 EMC EN 301[...]

Some of th e contents in this manual ma y differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your servic e provider . World Wide Web http://www .samsungmobi le.com Printed i n Kor ea Code No.:GH68-23949A English (EU).10/2009. Rev . 1.3[...]