Samsung SM-A700YD Manuale Utente

www.samsung.com/hkUser ManualEnglish (HK). 07/2015. Rev.1.0SM-A700YD

Getting started10Using the SIM or USIM card and batteryInstalling the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone ser

Connecting with other devices100Making a purchase with the NFC featureBefore you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the m

Connecting with other devices101S BeamUse this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents.1 Activate the S Beam feature on the receiv

Connecting with other devices102Quick ConnectAbout Quick connectUse this feature to easily search and connect to nearby devices. You can also convenie

Connecting with other devices103Sharing contentShare content with the connected devices.1 Open the notifications panel and tap Quick Connect.2 Select

Connecting with other devices104•This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.•Some files may be buffered during pl

Connecting with other devices105Mobile printingConnect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.Some printers

106Device & data managerUpgrading the deviceThe device can be upgraded to the latest software.Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upg

Device & data manager107Transferring files between the device and a computerMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to t

Device & data manager108Backing up and restoring dataKeep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up y

109SettingsAbout SettingsUse this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Apps screen.To search for setting

Getting started113 Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.Place the primary SIM or USIM card

Settings110To use options, tap .•Scan: Search for available networks.•Wi-Fi Direct: Activate Wi-Fi Direct and connect devices directly via Wi-Fi to

Settings111Tethering and Mobile hotspotUse the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices. Refer to Te

Settings112LocationChange settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Location, and then tap the Location switch to acti

Settings113•S Beam: Activate the S Beam feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents, to devices that support NFC and Wi-Fi Direct.•T

Settings114More networksCustomise settings to control networks.On the Settings screen, tap More networks.Default messaging appSelect the default app t

Settings115•Ringtone:–Ringtones: Add or select a ringtone for incoming calls.–Notifications: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming message

Settings116•Screen mode:–Adaptive display: Use this mode for optimising the display according to the display settings.–AMOLED cinema: Use this mode

Settings117ThemesChange the theme for the Home, Apps, and locked screens.On the Settings screen, tap Themes.Multi windowSet the device to use Multi wi

Settings118PersonalisationAccountsAdd email or SNS accounts.On the Settings screen, tap Accounts.CloudChange settings for syncing data or files with y

Settings119AccessibilityUse this feature to improve accessibility to the device.On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility.•Vision: Customise the sett

Getting started12Removing the SIM or USIM card1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the SIM card tray to loosen the tray.2 Pull out the SIM card

Settings120–Samsung subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Samsung and to change the closed caption settin

Settings121SystemLanguage and inputChange the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.On the Set

Settings122•Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict English words based on your input and show word suggestions.•Sound on keypress

Settings123•Keyboard swipe:–None: Set the device to deactivate the keyboard swipe feature.–Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweepi

Settings124Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.On the Settings screen, tap Date

Settings125AccessoriesChange the accessory settings.On the Settings screen, tap Accessories.The available options may differ depending on the region o

Settings126StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.On the Settings screen, tap Storage.Formatting a me

Settings127•Go to website: Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com). You can track and control your lost or stolen device from th

Settings128ApplicationsApplication managerView and manage the apps on your device.On the Settings screen, tap Application manager.Default applications

129TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe

Getting started13Using dual SIM or USIM cardsIf you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single dev

Troubleshooting130The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to

Troubleshooting131Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Troubleshooting132Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use apps that require more power or use apps on your device for an extended period of time,

Troubleshooting133•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly

Troubleshooting134Data stored in the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot r

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Getting started14Charging the batteryUse the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge t

Getting started15•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.•If the device receives an unstabl

Getting started16Using a memory cardInstalling a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory

Getting started17Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings →

Getting started18Turning the device on and offPress and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.When you turn on your device for

19BasicsUsing the touch screen•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause t

2Table of ContentsRead me firstGetting started7 Package contents8 Device layout10 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery16 Using a memory card18

Basics20Tapping and holdingTap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.DraggingTo move an item, tap and hol

Basics21FlickingFlick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list

Basics22Home screen layoutHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts

Basics23Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.Flipboard Br

Basics24Apps screenThe Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. T

Basics25Indicator iconsIndicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.The stat

Basics26Icon MeaningVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelNotifications and quick setting

Basics27You can use the following functions on the notifications panel.Launch Settings.Launch S Finder.Adjust the brightness.View all quick setting bu

Basics28Using the quick setting panelYou can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. To activate or deactivate more features,

Basics29•Smart stay: When you activate this feature, the screen stays on as long as you look at it.•Power saving: Refer to Power saving feature for

Table of Contents3Safety assistance76 Emergency mode77 Help messageUseful apps and features78 S Finder78 S Planner80 S Voice81 Internet82 Music84

Basics30Play StoreUse this app to purchase and download apps.Tap Play Store on the Apps screen.Installing appsBrowse apps by category or tap the searc

Basics31Entering textKeyboard layoutA keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more.Text entry is not su

Basics32• → FULL HANDWRITING / BOX HANDWRITING: Switch to handwriting mode.<Box handwriting><Full handwriting>This feature may not be ava

Basics33• : Switch to the floating keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another location by dragging the tab.Changing the keyboard typeTap any text

Basics34Screen captureCapture a screenshot while using the device.Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. The image is sav

Basics35Power saving featurePower saving modeSave the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Power saving

Basics36Viewing help informationTo view help information to learn how to use the device and apps, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → Help.To view

37Network connectivityMobile dataConnect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usa

Network connectivity38Tethering and Mobile hotspotAbout tethering and mobile hotspotsUse this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection wit

Network connectivity39Using USB tetheringShare the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settin

Table of Contents4Device & data manager106 Upgrading the device107 Transferring files between the device and a computer108 Backing up and resto

40Motions & usability featuresMotions and gesturesExcessive shaking or impact on the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions prope

Motions & usability features41Mute/pauseOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures → Mute/pause, and then tap the Mute/pause switch t

Motions & usability features42Palm swipe to captureOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures → Palm swipe to capture, and then tap t

Motions & usability features43Multi windowAbout Multi windowMulti window lets you run two apps at the same time in a split screen. You can also ru

Motions & usability features44Launching Multi window from the list of recent apps1 Tap .2 Tap to launch an app in Multi window.3 Select another

Motions & usability features45Adjusting the window sizeDrag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.Using

Motions & usability features46• : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and

Motions & usability features473 Tap an app icon in the Multi window tray to launch it in a pop-up window.App icons marked with can be launched in

Motions & usability features48Using pop-up view shortcut1 On the Apps screen, launch an app to use in a pop-up window.2 Drag down diagonally from

Motions & usability features49One-handed operationYou can switch to one-handed operation mode to conveniently operate the device with one hand.Red

5Read me firstPlease read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.•Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

Motions & usability features50One-handed inputOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display and wallpaper → One-handed operation → One-handed input,

51PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screensManaging the Home screenAdding itemsTap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then dr

Personalising52Managing panelsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, scroll left to the last p

Personalising53Setting wallpaper and ringtonesSetting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the lock

Personalising54Changing the screen lock methodYou can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal informati

Personalising55Private modeAbout private modeUse this mode to prevent others from using or accessing specific content, such as images and documents, s

Personalising56Viewing hidden contentYou can only view hidden items when private mode is activated.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Private mode,

Personalising57Transferring data from your previous deviceUsing backup accountsYou can transfer backup data from your previous device to your new devi

Personalising58Using Smart Switch with computersUse this feature to import a backup of your data (from selected manufacturer’s mobile devices) from a

59PhoneMaking callsTap Phone on the Apps screen.Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap or to make a voice call, or tap to make a video c

Read me first6Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your

Phone60Making an international callTap Keypad.Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then t

Phone61Options during callsDuring a voice callThe following actions are available:• : Increase the volume.•Add call: Dial a second call.•Keypad: Op

62ContactsAdding contactsMoving contacts from other devicesYou can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from yo

Contacts63Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts l

64Messages & emailMessagesSending messagesSend text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).You may incur additional charges for sending or re

Messages & email65EmailSetting up email accountsTap Email on the Apps screen.Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time.Enter t

Messages & email66Reading emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap , select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually ret

67CameraBasic shootingTaking photos or recording videos1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen.2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should f

Camera68•The camera automatically shuts off when unused.•Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes

Camera69Shooting modesAutoUse this mode to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the Apps screen

7Getting startedPackage contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any

Camera704 Show your palm to the screen or tap to take a photo of yourself.5 Slowly rotate the device left and then right to take a panoramic photo.

Camera71NightUse this mode to take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.On the Apps screen, tap Camera → MODE → Night.Animated GIF

Camera72Camera settingsOn the Apps screen, tap Camera → . Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes.

Camera73•Location tags: Set the device to attach the location tag to the photo.•To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal

74GalleryViewing content on the deviceOn the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video.Video files show the icon on the preview thumbna

Gallery75Viewing content stored on other devicesSearch for content that is stored in other devices and view it on your device.Tap Gallery on the Apps

76Safety assistanceEmergency modeAbout emergency modeUse this mode to extend the device’s standby time when you are in an emergency situation. When th

Safety assistance77Deactivating emergency modeTo deactivate emergency mode, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Emergency mode. Alternativel

78Useful apps and featuresS FinderUse this app to search for content on the device. You can apply various filters and view the search history.Open the

Useful apps and features79Enter a title.Attach a map showing the location of the event.Add more details.Select a calendar to use or sync with.Select a

Getting started8Device layoutMicrophoneTouch screenFront cameraProximity/Light sensorHeadset jackMultipurpose jackHome buttonRecent apps buttonPower b

Useful apps and features80S VoiceAbout S VoiceUse this app to command the device by voice to perform various features.Tap S Voice on the Apps screen.

Useful apps and features81Waking up S Voice in standby modeIf S Voice is not used for a certain period, it automatically switches to standby mode.Tap

Useful apps and features82MusicPlaying musicTap Music on the Apps screen.Select a music category, and then select a song to play.Add the song to a pla

Useful apps and features83To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap → Settings → Adapt Sound → On.When you activate t

Useful apps and features84VideoPlaying videosTap Video on the Apps screen.Select a video to play.Change screen ratio.Move forwards or backwards by dra

Useful apps and features85Playing videos stored on other devicesSearch for videos that are stored in other devices and play them on your device.Tap Vi

Useful apps and features86ClockAlarmOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm.Setting alarmsTap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days o

Useful apps and features87World clockOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → World clock.Creating clocksEnter a city name or select a city from the cities lis

Useful apps and features88CalculatorUse this app for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Apps screen.Rotate the device to landscape o

Useful apps and features89Voice RecorderRecording voice memosTap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen.Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.

Getting started9•Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.•Using a

Useful apps and features90Playing voice memosTap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen.Tap and select a voice memo to play.• : Trim the voice memo.• :

Useful apps and features91FlipboardUse this app to view live social network updates and news in a personalised magazine format.Tap Flipboard on the Ap

Useful apps and features92View information about the current station.Fine-tune the frequency.Enter radio station frequency manually.Record a song from

Useful apps and features93Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some

Useful apps and features94Play BooksDownload various books from Play Store and read them.Play GamesDownload games from Play Store and play them with o

95Connecting with other devicesBluetoothAbout BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bl

Connecting with other devices962 Select a device to pair with.If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming

Connecting with other devices97Unpairing Bluetooth devices1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth.The device displays the paired devices in the

Connecting with other devices98Sending and receiving dataYou can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following action

Connecting with other devices99NFCAbout NFCYour device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products.