Samsung SM-A300Y Manuel d'utilisateur

www.samsung.comUser ManualEnglish (SEA). 11/2015. Rev.1.1SM-A300Y

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

100SettingsAbout SettingsUse this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Apps screen.To search for setting

Settings101To use options, tap .•Scan: Search for available networks.•Wi-Fi Direct: Activate Wi-Fi Direct and connect devices directly via Wi-Fi to

Settings102Tethering and Mobile hotspotUse the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices. Refer to Te

Settings103LocationChange settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Location, and then tap the Location switch to acti

Settings104•Denied devices: View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your device.•Download to: Select a memory location for saving m

Settings105DeviceSounds and notificationsChange settings for various sounds on the device.On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and notifications.•Sound

Settings106•Font:–Font style: Change the font type for display text.–Font size: Change the font size.•Screen rotation: Set the content to rotate a

Settings107•Camera shortcut: Set the device to show the camera shortcut on the locked screen.This feature may not be available depending on the regio

Settings108PersonalisationAccountsAdd email or SNS accounts.On the Settings screen, tap Accounts.CloudChange settings for syncing data or files with y

Settings109AccessibilityUse this feature to improve accessibility to the device.On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility.•Vision: Customise the sett

Getting started113 Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.Use caution not to lose or let oth

Settings110•Hearing: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for users with hearing impairment.–Flash notification: Set the flash to blink w

Settings111Private modeSet the device to prevent others from accessing your personal content by activating private mode.On the Settings screen, tap Pr

Settings112Samsung keyboardThe available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.•English(US): Select a default keyboard layout.

Settings113Google voice typing•Language: Select languages for text input.•Offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline

Settings114Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.On the Settings screen, tap Date

Settings115BatteryView battery power information and change power saving options. Refer to Power saving feature for more information.On the Settings s

Settings116•Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the device. You must enter the password each time you turn on the device.Charge t

Settings117HelpView help information to learn how to use the device and apps or configure important settings.On the Settings screen, tap Help.About de

118TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe

Troubleshooting119The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to

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

Troubleshooting120Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Troubleshooting121Your 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,

Troubleshooting122•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly

Troubleshooting123Data 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 started13Charging 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 started14•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 started15Using a memory cardInstalling a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memor

Getting started16Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings →

Getting started17Turning 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

18BasicsUsing the touch screen•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause t

Basics19Tapping 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

2Table of ContentsRead me firstGetting started7 Package contents8 Device layout10 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery15 Using a memory card17

Basics20FlickingFlick 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

Basics21Home screen layoutHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts

Basics22Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.Flipboard Br

Basics23Apps screenThe Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. T

Basics24Indicator 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

Basics25Icon MeaningAlarm activatedMute mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power lev

Basics26You can use the following functions on the notifications panel.Launch Settings.Launch S Finder.Tap a notification and perform various actions.

Basics27Using the quick setting panelYou can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. To activate or deactivate more features,

Basics28•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

Basics29Play StoreUse this app to purchase and download apps.Tap Play Store on the Apps screen.Installing appsBrowse apps by category or tap to sear

Table of Contents371 S Voice72 Internet73 Music75 Video76 Clock78 Calculator78 Memo79 Voice Recorder80 Dropbox81 Flipboard81 Radio83 Google appsCon

Basics30Entering textKeyboard layoutA keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more.Text entry is not su

Basics31Using additional keyboard functionsTap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of depending on the last function

Basics32Screen captureCapture a screenshot while using the device.Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. You can view cap

Basics33Power saving featurePower saving modeSave the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Battery → Po

Basics34Viewing help informationTo view help information to learn how to use the device and apps, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → Help.To view

35Network connectivityMobile dataConnect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usa

Network connectivity36Tethering and Mobile hotspotAbout tethering and mobile hotspotsUse this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection wit

Network connectivity37Using USB tetheringShare the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settin

38Motions & usability featuresMotions and gesturesExcessive shaking or impact on the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions prope

Motions & usability features39MuteOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures → Mute, and then tap the Mute switch to activate it.Plac

Table of Contents4Settings100 About Settings100 Quick settings100 Connections105 Device108 Personalisation111 System117 ApplicationsTroubleshooting

Motions & usability features40Palm swipe to captureOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures → Palm swipe to capture, and then tap t

41PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screensManaging the Home screenAdding itemsTap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then dr

Personalising42Managing 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

Personalising43Setting wallpaper and ringtonesSetting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the lock

Personalising44Changing the screen lock methodYou can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal informati

Personalising45Private modeAbout private modeUse this mode to prevent others from using or accessing specific content, such as images and documents, s

Personalising46Viewing hidden contentYou can only view hidden items when private mode is activated.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Private mode,

Personalising47Transferring data from your previous deviceUsing backup accountsYou can transfer backup data from your previous device to your new devi

Personalising483 Connect your current device to the computer using the USB cable.4 On the computer, click the manufacturer of the previous device and

49PhoneMaking callsTap Phone on the Apps screen.Tap Keypad, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call.

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.

Phone50Making an international callTap Keypad.Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then t

Phone51Options during callsDuring a voice callThe following actions are available:• : Increase the volume.•Add call: Dial a second call.•Keypad: Op

Phone52During a video callTap the screen to use the following options:• → Hide me: Hide your image from the other party.• → Outgoing image: Select a

53ContactsAdding contactsMoving contacts from other devicesYou can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from yo

Contacts54Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts → Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts l

55Messages & emailMessagesSending messagesSend text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).You may incur additional charges for sending or re

Messages & email56EmailSetting up email accountsTap Email on the Apps screen.Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time.Enter t

Messages & email57Reading emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap , select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually ret

58CameraBasic shootingTaking photos or recording videos1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen.2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should f

Camera59•The camera automatically shuts off when unused.•Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes

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

Camera60Shooting modesAutoUse this mode to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the Apps screen

Camera61Wide selfieUse this mode to take a wide self-portrait using the front camera. The device identifies the photo with in Gallery.1 On the Apps s

Camera62Continuous shotUse this mode to take a series of photos of moving subjects.On the Apps screen, tap Camera → MODE → Continuous shot.HDR (Rich t

Camera63Sound & shotUse this mode to take a photo with sound. The device identifies the photos with in Gallery.On the Apps screen, tap Camera →

Camera64•Metering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted measures background light in the

65GalleryViewing 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

Gallery66Viewing content stored on other devicesSearch for content that is stored in other devices and view it on your device.Tap Gallery on the Apps

67Safety assistanceEmergency modeAbout emergency modeUse this mode to extend the device’s standby time when you are in an emergency situation. When th

Safety assistance68Deactivating emergency modeTo deactivate emergency mode, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Emergency mode. Alternativel

69Useful 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

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

Useful apps and features70Enter a title.Attach a map showing the location of the event.Add more details.Select a calendar to use or sync with.Select a

Useful apps and features71S 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 features72Waking 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 features73MusicPlaying 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 features74To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap → Settings → Adapt Sound → On.When you activate t

Useful apps and features75VideoPlaying videosTap Video on the Apps screen.Select a video to play.Change screen ratio.Move forwards or backwards by dra

Useful apps and features76Playing videos stored on other devicesSearch for videos that are stored in other devices and play them on your device.Tap Vi

Useful apps and features77Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. If you have previously enabled the snooze option, drag out

Useful apps and features78CalculatorUse this app for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Apps screen.Rotate the device to landscape o

Useful apps and features79Voice RecorderRecording voice memosTap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen.Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.

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

Useful apps and features80Playing voice memosTap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen.Tap and select a voice memo to play.• : Trim the voice memo.• :

Useful apps and features81FlipboardUse this app to view live social network updates and news in a personalised magazine format.Tap Flipboard on the Ap

Useful apps and features82View information about the current station.Fine-tune the frequency.Enter radio station frequency manually.Record a song from

Useful apps and features83Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some

Useful apps and features84Play BooksDownload various books from Play Store and read them.Play NewsstandRead news and magazines that interest you in on

85Connecting with other devicesBluetoothAbout BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bl

Connecting with other devices862 Select a device to pair with.If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming

Connecting with other devices87Unpairing Bluetooth devices1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth.The device displays the paired devices in the

Connecting with other devices88Sending and receiving dataYou can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following action

Connecting with other devices89NFCAbout NFCYour device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products.

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

Connecting with other devices90Making a purchase with the NFC featureBefore you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mo

Connecting with other devices91S BeamUse this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents.1 Activate the S Beam feature on the receivi

Connecting with other devices92Quick ConnectAbout Quick connectUse this feature to easily search and connect to nearby devices. You can also convenien

Connecting with other devices93Sharing contentShare content with the connected devices.1 Open the notifications panel and tap Quick Connect.2 Select a

Connecting with other devices94•This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.•Some files may be buffered during pla

Connecting with other devices95MirrorLinkConnect your device to a vehicle to control your device’s MirrorLink apps on the vehicle’s head unit monitor.

Connecting with other devices96Mobile printingConnect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.Some printers m

97Device & data managerUpgrading the deviceThe device can be upgraded to the latest software.Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upgr

Device & data manager98Transferring files between the device and a computerMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to th

Device & data manager99Backing up and restoring dataKeep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up yo