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GT-I8190
User Manual
www.samsung.com
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About this manual This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and features. • Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. • Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings. • Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product. • Content may differ from the final produc
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About this manual • Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications, contact service providers. • 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 yo
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About this manual Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. • The Android logo, Google , Google Maps , Google Mail , YouTube , Google Play ™ ™ ™ ™ ™ Store, and Google Talk are trademarks of Google, Inc. ™ • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® • 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. • All other trademark
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Table of Contents 40 Transferring files Getting started 41 Securing the device 8 Device layout 43 Upgrading the device 9 Buttons 10 Package contents 11 Installing the SIM or USIM card and Communication battery 44 Phone 14 Charging the battery 50 Contacts 16 Inserting a memory card 19 Turning the device on and off 53 Messaging 54 Email 19 Holding the device 55 Google Mail 20 Locking and unlocking the device 57 Talk 20 Adjusting the volume 21 Switching to silent mode 58 Google+ 58 Messenger 59 Ch
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Table of Contents 71 Gallery 93 Mediencenter 93 Mobile TV 74 Video Player 75 YouTube 76 FM Radio 77 Flipboard Travel & local 94 Maps 95 Local Application & media stores 96 Latitude 78 Play Store 96 Navigation 79 Samsung Apps 97 NAVIGON select 79 S Suggest 80 TopApps 80 Game Hub Settings 80 Play Books 98 About Settings 81 Play Movies 98 Wi-Fi 81 Video Hub 99 Bluetooth 81 Telekom Music 99 Data usage 82 TOP GAMES 99 More settings 101 Home screen mode 101 Blocking mode Utilities 101 Sound 83 Memo 10
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Table of Contents 110 Motion 111 Accessory 111 Date and time 112 Accessibility 113 Developer options 114 About device Troubleshooting 7
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Getting started Device layout Front camera Earpiece Proximity sensor Power button Touch screen Home button Menu button Back button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack GPS antenna Speaker Flash Rear camera Volume button Back cover Main antenna 8
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Getting started • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. Buttons Button Function • Press and hold to turn the device on or off. • Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to reset the device if it has Power fatal errors or
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Getting started Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Device • Battery • Quick start guide Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty. • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices. • Appearances
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Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Remove the back cover. 1 • Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. • Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. 2 11
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Getting started • Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna. • Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • 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.
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Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. 1 Pull out the battery. 2 Pull out the SIM or USIM card. 3 13
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Getting started Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. • When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low battery power message. • If the battery is comple
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Getting started • The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. • If the device is not charging prop
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Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. • Close unnecessary applications with the task manager. • Deactivate the Bluetooth feature. • Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. • Deactivate auto-syncing of applications. • Dec
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Getting started Remove the back cover and battery. 1 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards, and then push 2 the memory card down. 1 2 Push the memory card down into the slot and then slide it backwards until it locks into 3 place. Replace the battery and back cover. 4 17
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Getting started Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card. Remove the back cover and battery. 1 Push the memory card into the slot until it disengages from the device, and then pull it 2 out. Replace the battery and back cover. 3 Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damag
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Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. • Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. • Press and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless features. To turn off the device
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Getting started Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction. → → You can use motion to unlock the device. On
