Page 1 Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of the device or your service provider. Printed in Korea Code No.:GH68-26180A World Wide Web English (HK). 11/2009. Rev. 1.0 http://www.samsungmobile.com...
Page 2: User Manual
GT-B7300 user manual...
Page 3: Read Me First
• (online in English only) - on the Samsung website, you will find the Extended Usage Guide in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format. You can either view the guide online or download and print the file for your convenience. The Extended Usage Guide contains advanced usage tips and more details about particular functions of your device.
Page 4: Instructional Icons
Thank you for purchasing this device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s high technology and standards. • Please read this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and correct use.
Page 5: Copyrights And Trademarks
Refer to – pages with related information; for example: p. 12 (represents "see page 12") Followed by > – the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Tap Start > Settings (represents Start, followed by Settings) Square brackets –...
Page 6 ® • Wi-Fi , the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ® • DivX is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc., and is used under licence. • are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. CS Headphone and WOW HD technologies are incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introducing your device ..........9 Unpack ................9 Get to know your device ........... 10 Assemble and prepare your device ........15 Turn on your device for first time ........18 Customise your device ............23 Use Widgets ..............26 Use the shortcut toolbar ............
Page 8 Photo ................66 Digital Frame ..............67 FM Radio ................69 Video Editor ..............71 Games ................75 Java .................. 75 Personal productivity ........... 76 ActiveSync ................ 76 Clock ................80 Schedule ................83 Notes ................84 Memo ................86 Recorder ................
Page 9 Midomi ................99 RSS Reader ..............100 Podcast ................103 QIK ................. 105 Communities ..............108 Marketplace ..............111 Microsoft My Phone ............112 Connectivity ............... 113 Connect to the internet or your network ......113 GPS ................117 Bluetooth ................ 120 Wi-Fi ................
Page 10: Introducing Your Device
• The items supplied with your device and available accessories may be different depending on your region or service provider. • You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer. • The supplied accessories perform best for your device.
Page 11: Get To Know Your Device
Get to know your device Front view Earpiece Front camera lens for video calls Volume key Touch screen Back key Menu key End/Power key Reset button Mouthpiece Talk/speakerphone key...
Page 12: Rear View
Rear view Multifunction jack Speaker Lock key Rear camera lens Memory card slot Battery cover Camera key Internal antenna...
Page 13 Keys Function Open the dialling screen; Make or answer a call; Activate the speakerphone during a call (press and hold) Return to the previous menu level; Launch Task Switcher (press and hold) Turn the device on or off (press and hold); End a call; Return to the Today screen Adjust the volume;...
Page 14 Icons Icon Function Icon Function UMTS network Bluetooth visibility available activated UMTS network Receiving data via available (data call Bluetooth unavailable) Bluetooth stereo UMTS network headset connected connected Bluetooth hands-free HSDPA network connected available Call on hold HSDPA network Call forwarding connected activated ActiveSync in...
Page 15 Icon Function Icon Function GPRS network No SIM or USIM card available Pending alarm GPRS network Offline connected Ringer on Searching for a signal Ringer set to vibrate Missed call Roaming (outside of More status icons normal service area) available (tap the icon Signal strength to see them) Synchronisation error...
Page 16: Assemble And Prepare Your Device
Assemble and prepare your device Before you can use your device, you must install the SIM or USIM card, install the battery, and charge the battery. Installing a SIM or USIM card is optional, but may be required to fully utilise some applications and store media files.
Page 17: Charge Battery
Insert the battery. Replace the battery cover. Charge battery Open the cover to the multifunction jack on the top of the device. Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the device. Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet.
Page 18 When charging is finished, unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet. Remove the travel adapter from the device. Although a charger cable is connected, • The battery may not charge in some situations to protect the device. • The battery level may remain low if the device is using a large amount of power.
Page 19: Turn On Your Device For First Time
Open the cover to the memory card slot on the right of the device. Insert a memory card with the label side facing-up. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Turn on your device for first time Press and hold [ ] to turn on your device.
Page 20 Activate Sleep mode You can activate Sleep mode to save power when you do not use your device. To activate Sleep mode, press [ ]. Your device will turn off the screen. To deactivate Sleep mode, press [ ] again. Lock external keys and touch screen You can lock the external keys and the touch screen to prevent any unwanted device operations from accidentally pressing any...
Page 21: Use The Touch Screen
Use the touch screen You can perform the following actions on your device's touch screen: For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device. • Tap an icon to open a menu or launch an application.
Page 22: Disable Wireless Functions
• Drag your finger left or right to scroll through horizontal lists. If your device does not respond accurately to your screen taps, realign your touch screen. To realign the screen, tap Start > Settings > Basic Settings tab > General Settings > Align Screen > Align screen.
Page 23: Reset The Device
Reset the device If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is still responsive but a program is frozen, close the program via Task Switcher. p. 32 If your device is frozen and unresponsive, remove the battery cover and use a small object, such as a...
Page 24: Customise Your Device
Customise your device Learn to change themes and background images, add or remove items, and adjust the system volume from the Today screen. Change your theme or background image Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap Display and Light. Tap Theme or Wallpaper and select the desired option to customise the display.
Page 25 Tap the check boxes next to each item to add or remove items. Some items are not compatible with Samsung widgets. If you choose to add Samsung WidgetPlus, the only other items that will work simultaneously are Windows Live and Windows Live Search. Tap Done.
Page 26 Adjust the system volume To adjust the system volume, press the Volume key up or down. To set the device to vibrate, press and hold the Volume key down. To deactivate the vibrate feature, press and hold the Volume key down again. Activate Etiquette pause You can temporarily pause the music player or mute event alarms by placing the device face down when Etiquette pause...
Page 27: Use Widgets
Use Widgets Use widgets on the Today screen. Widgets are user friendly shortcuts to commonly used applications allowing you to customise the Today screen. Open the toolbar Tap the arrow at the bottom left of the Today screen to open the toolbar.
Page 28 Widget Function View the current time and date View the current time View the time in other cities or regions Get the latest weather updates from AccuWeather View the calendar Browse your photos and set a photo as the wallpaper Use services from MySpace* Use services from FaceBook* Search the web with YouTube*...
Page 29 Widget Function View the network connection status Monitor your wireless connections Get news updates from CNN* Get updates from Yahoo! Finance* Search the web with Yahoo!* Search the web with Google* View the current time View or set an countdown timer Use services from Flickr* Use services from Friendster* Use services from Photobucket*...
Page 30 Widget Function Create and listen to voice memos View the current day and date * These widgets require a connection to the internet, which may result in additional charges. Depending on your region or service provider, available widgets may vary. Drag the widgets to the Today screen Open the toolbar.
Page 31: Use The Shortcut Toolbar
Tap the check boxes next to items that you want to appear on the toolbar. When you are finished, tap Done. Use the shortcut toolbar Your device provides you with a shortcut toolbar on the Home screen. You can set shortcuts to your favourite applications to access them more quickly.
Page 32: Work With Applications
• Tap an application to remove a shortcut from the toolbar. When you are finished, tap OK at the top right corner of the shortcut toolbar. Work with applications Learn to open applications or folders and switch between open applications. Open applications or folders Tap Start.
Page 33: Switch Applications
Switch applications Your device allows you to multi-task by running multiple applications at the same time. To switch from one active application to another, Tap Start > Task Switcher. • Task Switcher shows thumbnail images of all open programs. Tap a thumbnail to switch to the corresponding application. Close applications To send the current application to the background, tap X or To close an application,...
Page 34: Enter Text
Access the help system To access the help system of your device, tap Start > Help. The embedded help system appears. Enter text When you need to enter text, tap the default input panel icon ( ) at the bottom of the screen. Tap the arrow next to the icon and select one of the following input methods for entering text: •...
Page 35: Enter Text With Samsung Keypad
Enter text with Samsung Keypad Tap the input panel icon. Tap the arrow next to the input panel icon and select 三星大鍵盤 . Tap characters to enter your text: • To enter the text in Chinese input mode, tap the appropriate keys corresponding to the strokes shown on the on-screen keyboard.
Page 36 Enter text with Samsung Panel Screen Tap the input panel icon. Tap the arrow next to the input panel icon and select 三星手寫輸入 . Write each character on the screen. If the correct character does not display, select a candidate character.
Page 37 Insert a space Clear your input (backspace) Enter text with Writing mode Write individual letters and numbers on the touch screen. Tap the input panel icon. Tap the arrow next to the input panel icon and select 手寫板 . Write each character in the writing area at the bottom of the screen: If necessary, select a character.
Page 38 Clear your input (backspace) Clear your input Start a new line 空白 Insert a space Open the embedded help Enter symbols Enter text with BoPoMoFo keyboard Using BoPoMoFo mode, you can enter Chinese characters by using the corresponding mandarin phonetic symbols on the on-screen keyboard.
Page 39 Tap the keys corresponding to the phonetic symbols shown on the on-screen keyboard. Insert a tone by selecting one from on the upper line. If the corresponding Chinese characters display on the drop-down list, select the character you want from the list. You can access the following tools from the keyboard.
Page 40 Enter text with Cangjie Cangjie mode provides a standard keyboard mapped with Cangjie 24 characters and two additional characters, Z and X (displayed as 難 ). You can compose a Chinese character by entering radicals, or basic character components. To enter Chinese characters, Tap the input panel icon.
Page 41 To enter Z and X characters, Z and X characters are used for an additional input feature. X is displayed as 難 on your device. • "Z" is used for entering special symbols. For example, use Z 難日月 for a comma. For an exclamation mark, use Z 難日...
Page 42: Communication
Communication Work with contacts Learn to use contact cards and groups to store personal information, such as names, phone numbers, and addresses. Create a new Outlook or SIM contact card Tap Start > Phonebook. Tap New > Save to outlook or Save to SIM. Enter contact information.
Page 43: Search For A Contact Card
Search for a contact card Tap Start > Phonebook. Tap a few letters of the contact's name. • As you enter letters, the screen will show contacts that match your input. • You can also drag to select the first letter of the name. Tap a contact to open it.
Page 44 Tap the check boxes next to the contacts that you want to copy or move. Tap Done. Organise your contacts into categories Tap Start > Phonebook. Tap a contact in the device’s memory. Tap Edit. Scroll down and tap the categories field. Tap the check boxes next to the desired categories and tap Done.
Page 45 Assign a speed dial number to a contact card To assign a speed dial number to one of your contacts, Tap Start > Phonebook. Tap New and select a contact. Select the contact's phone number to use for speed dialling. Select a speed dial location.
Page 46 Take a new photo or select a photo. Tap Done to save the contact card. Assign a ringtone to a contact card Tap Start > Phonebook. Tap a contact in the device’s memory. Tap Edit. Scroll down and tap Add field. Scroll down and tap the ringtone field.
Page 47: Calling
Calling Learn to make and receive calls, reject calls, and adjust the call volume. Make a call Press [ Enter an area code and phone number. or press [ > • For a video call, tap Menu Video Call. To end the call, press [ Make a call from Phonebook Tap Start >...
Page 48: Answer A Call
Answer a call Press [ For a video call, tap Show me to allow the caller to see you via the front camera lens. To end the call, press [ Reject a call Press [ ]. When you reject a call, the caller will hear a busy tone.
Page 49: Call An International Number
Call an international number Press [ Tap Keypad (if necessary). Tap and hold to insert the + character (this replaces the international access code). Tap the number keys to enter the complete number you want to dial (country code, area code, and phone number), and then tap or press [ ] to dial.
Page 50 Access the call log Tap Start > Call Log. Select one of the following filters for your call log results: Icon Function All calls Incoming calls Outgoing calls Missed calls Scroll through the call log. • To make a call, tap next to the number you want to dial.
Page 51: Messaging
Messaging Learn to use messaging functions. Send a text message Tap Start > Message. Tap Tap to add recipients to enter a contact. Tap the message field and enter your message text. Tap Send to send the message. Send a multimedia message Tap Start >...
Page 52 Enter a message subject. Tap the message field and enter your message text. Tap the input panel icon to display the toolbar. Tap one of the following icons to add an attachment: Icon Function Attach a photo Attach a music file Attach a video Capture and attach a photo Record and attach a voice memo...
Page 53: Send An Email Message
Send an email message Tap Start > E-mail. Tap the name of an email account. Tap Menu > New. Tap the subject field and enter a message subject. Tap the recipient field and enter the recipient’s address. Tap the message field and enter your message text. Tap Menu >...
Page 54: View Messages
View messages You can access message folders for your received messages. To view messages, Tap Start > Message or E-mail. Tap one of the email accounts and Inbox (if necessary). Tap a message to view it. You can view all text or multimedia messages sent to and received from a specific contact like a messenger.
Page 55: Multimedia
Multimedia Learn to capture photos and videos, listen to music, and take advantage of your device's multimedia features. Camera Your device allows you to take digital photos (jpg format) or record videos (mp4 format). Do not remove your memory card while saving photos or videos if the memory location is set to memory card.
Page 56 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. Icon Function Switch to camcorder Change the shooting mode Change the scene mode Change the image size Change the camera settings Change the auto fucus setting Change the time delay Adjust the brightness Access quick view...
Page 57: View A Photo
Press the Camera key to capture the photo. View a photo From the viewfinder, tap Scroll left or right to the photo you want. Record a video Press the Camera key. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape orientation. to launch the camcorder.
Page 58 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments. Icon Function Switch to camera Change the recording mode Change the video resolution Change the camcorder settings Change the time delay Adjust the brightness Access quick view Press the Camera key to begin recording. When you are finished, tap or press the Camera key to stop recording.
Page 59: Play A Video
Play a video From the viewfinder, tap Scroll left or right to the video you want. to play the video. Capture photos in Smile shot mode Press the Camera key. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape orientation. > Aim the camera lens at your subject and press the Camera key.
Page 60: Capture A Series Of Photos
Capture a series of photos Press the Camera key. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape orientation. > Aim the camera lens at your subject and press and hold the Camera key. • The device captures photos in succession until you release the Camera key.
Page 61 Aim the camera lens at your subject and press the Camera key to capture the first shot. Repeat step 5 to capture the rest of the shots. When you have captured all the shots necessary for the mosaic, the camera will automatically combine them into one photo. Capture panoramic photos Press the Camera key.
Page 62: Media Player
Aim the camera lens at your subject and press the Camera key to capture the first shot. Slowly move the device to a direction. The device captures the next photo automatically. Repeat step 5 to capture the rest of the shots. When you have captured all the shots necessary for the panoramic photo, the camera will automatically combine them into one panoramic photo.
Page 63: Update The Library
Add music files to your device Use any of the following methods to add music files to your device: • Copy files to a memory card and insert the card into the device p. 17 • Download files from the wireless web (refer to the embedded help system) •...
Page 64 Play music or video files Tap Start > Media Player. Tap Player (if necessary). to open the currently playing list. Select files you want to play and tap Done. Tap a file. During playback, use the following controls: Icon Function Adjust the volume Skip to the previous file;...
Page 65: Create A Playlist
Icon Function Skip to the next file; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold) • : Select a surround sound system • : Change the sound effect • : Change the shuffle or repeat option • : Specify a section to repeat •...
Page 66 Tap Menu > New Playlist. Enter a title for your new playlist. Tap the photo field and select a photo for your playlist (if necessary). Tap Done. Add files to a playlist From the library, tap > Menu Add to Playlist Select files you want to add and tap Done.
Page 67: Photo
Photo Learn to view photos and slideshows. View a photo Tap Start > Photo. Tap a folder or tap All to view all thumbnails. Tap a thumbnail to view the photo. While viewing the photo, to view drag your finger left or right other photos.
Page 68: Digital Frame
Tap Menu > Slide show. • You can tap the screen and to select a background music. To end the slideshow, tap the screen and OK. Digital Frame With Digital Frame, you can view slideshows with background music. View slideshows with background music Tap Start >...
Page 69 Tap the sound field. Tap the check boxes next to music files you want. Tap Select. next to Enable Background Sound. Tap Done. During playback, use the following controls: Icon Function Change the layout of the display Skip to the previous photo End the slideshow Skip to the next photo Change the style of the date and time on the screen...
Page 70: Fm Radio
FM Radio You can listen to your favourite stations with FM radio. Listen to the FM radio Plug a headset into the multifunction jack. Tap Start > FM Radio. Tap OK to start automatic tuning. When the scan is complete, tap Done twice. to scan through available radio stations.
Page 71 Save radio stations by automatic tuning From the radio screen, tap Scan. Tap Yes to confirm. When the scan is complete, tap Done. Save radio stations manually From the radio screen, scroll to the radio station you want to save. Tap one of the symbols near the bottom of the screen.
Page 72: Video Editor
Record the FM radio From the radio screen, tap Menu > Record to record the current station. When you are finished, tap Stop. The recorded file is saved in My Documents > FM Radio. Video Editor With Video Editor, you can edit or make videos by combining photos or videos.
Page 73 Tap the check box on a video and tap to preview the video. to save the video. Tap OK. Add pre-recorded audio to a video Tap Start > Video Editor. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape orientation. Select Music movie. Select a style and tap Tap the check boxes on images to add and tap Delete images or tap...
Page 74 Tap an audio file and tap Tap Enter text here. Enter a video title and tap Done. to preview the video. to save the video. Tap OK. Create a storyboard Tap Start > Video Editor. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape orientation.
Page 75 Tap the check boxes on images or videos to add and tap Done. To select all, tap (to deselect all, tap Customise the storyboard as desired by tapping the following icons (refer to the Extended Usage Guide for more information about customising storyboards): •...
Page 76: Games
Your device supports applications and games built on the Java platform. To download Java-based applications, Tap Start > Java. Tap Download to launch the Opera browser and go to the Samsung Mobile website. Follow the directions on the website to download new Java-based applications.
Page 77: Personal Productivity
Personal productivity ActiveSync With ActiveSync, you can synchronise your device with a computer and back up and restore your data. Install ActiveSync on your computer Before you can synchronise your data, you must install ActiveSync, either from the supplied CD-ROM or the Microsoft website (http://www.microsoft.com).
Page 78 Connect your device to a computer Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap General Settings > USB Connection > Active Sync. Tap Done. Connect one end (mini-USB) of the PC data cable to the multifunction jack on your device and the other end to the USB port on your computer.
Page 79 For more information on synchronising your data, refer to the embedded help system. If you format the My Documents folder by using a connected computer, the writing speed to the My Documents folder may be reduced. Format the My Documents folder only from the device to avoid this situation.
Page 80 Enter a server address. To establish a secure connection, tap the check box that reads This server requires an encrypted (SSL) connection. Tap Next. Select the types of data to synchronise. When you are finished, tap Finish. Change the synchronisation schedule If you routinely synchronise your data via an Exchange server, you can configure settings for both peak and off-peak schedules.
Page 81: Clock
• Use above settings when roaming: set to use the synchronisation schedules even when roaming • Send/receive when I click Send: set to synchronise when you tap Send in Messaging When you are finished, tap ok. Clock Learn to set and control alarms, reminders, and world clocks. You can also use the stopwatch.
Page 82: Stop An Alarm
When you are finished, tap Done. The auto power-up feature sets the device to automatically turn on and sound the alarm at the designated time if the device is turned off. To use this feature, set the alarm to sound at least 2 minutes later.
Page 83: Create A World Clock
Create a world clock Tap Start > Clock. On the World Clock tab, tap New. to open a list of cities. Tap Name or Time to sort the list by name or timezone. Tap a city. Tap Done. Tap Set as Home Clock to reset the time zone (if necessary).
Page 84: Schedule
Tap Lap to record lap times. When you are finished, tap Stop. Tap Reset to clear the recorded times. Schedule Use Schedule to keep track of appointments, birthdays, or other events. Create a calendar event Tap Start > Schedule. Tap New. Complete the fields and adjust the settings for your event.
Page 85: Notes
Change the calendar view Tap Start > Schedule. Tap a tab to change the calendar view: • : a full month in one view • : hourly blocks for the days in one full week (Sunday to Saturday) • : hourly blocks for one full day •...
Page 86: Create A Note
Create a note Tap Start > Notes. Tap New to create a new note (if necessary) Enter your note with the input panel. • To create sketches, see “Create a sketch.” • To create recordings, tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar. When you are finished, tap OK.
Page 87: Memo
Memo Use Memo to create memos that combine text and freehand drawing. To create a memo: Tap Start > Memo. Tap New (if necessary). Create your memo with the drawing tools and input panel. When you are finished, tap Save. Tap OK.
Page 88: Listen To A Voice Memo
Set recording volume and tap to begin the recording. Record your voice memo. When you are finished, tap Tap OK. Listen to a voice memo Tap Start > Recorder. Tap a memo. Playback will begin automatically. During playback, use the following controls: Icon Function Adjust the volume...
Page 89: Tasks
Tasks Use Tasks to create to-do lists and reminders. Create a task Tap Start > Tasks. Tap Menu > New Task. Enter details for the task. To set a reminder for the task, tap the due field and set a due date. Next, tap the reminder field, select Remind me, and then specify the time and date of the reminder.
Page 90: Calculator
Mark a task as completed After completing a task, Tap Start > Tasks. Tap the check box next to the task name. • Once you have marked a task complete, you will no longer receive any scheduled reminders for that task. Calculator Use the calculator to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Page 91 Enter the second number. To view the result, tap =. You can use the following buttons while performing calculations: • C: clear the number you entered • MC: clear any value that is stored in the calculator's memory • MR: recall the stored value from memory and inserts it into the current calculation •...
Page 92: Unit Converter
Unit Converter Use Unit Converter to convert one unit of measure to another. To perform a conversion, Tap Start > Unit Converter. Select a type of measurement from the tabs at the top of the screen: • : Tip Calculator •...
Page 93: Smart Reader
Smart Reader Use Smart Reader to capture information from a business card or a document, and translate text. Capture images of business cards or documents Tap Start > Smart Reader. Rotate the device anti-clockwise to the landscape orientation. Tap BizCard or Document. Align the business card or document in the screen.
Page 94 Press the Camera key to capture the image. • If you have activated the BizCard automatic capture setting, the device will automatically capture the image once the card is aligned in the frame. • For best results, place business cards or documents on a flat, level surface and ensure adequate lighting.
Page 95 Tap the following tabs to sort captured images: Icon Functions View all captured images View captured images of business cards View captured images of documents Scroll left or right to an image.
Page 96: Web Applications
Web applications Web browsing with Opera Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages with the Opera Mobile browser. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the web and downloading media. • Available icons may vary depending on your region or service provider.
Page 97 Icon Functions Open the homepage Open the browser menu To search the web, tap the address bar at the top of the screen, tap the lower field and enter a keyword, and tap To change the default browser from Opera Browser to Internet Explorer, tap >...
Page 98: Search Widget
Search Widget Use Live Search and use many service links in directory such as Directions, Maps, Hotmail, and Messenger. Tap Start > Search Widget. Enter a letter or a word of the data to search in Live Search and tap Tap directory to use service links.
Page 99: Midomi
Tap Connect. During playback, use the following controls: Icon Function Adjust the volume Pause playback Resume playback Stop playback Zoom in or out Midomi Use the Midomi web service to identify songs either by singing or humming the song into your device or using your device to grab the song from the radio or other audio source.
Page 100 Search for song information by singing or humming the song Tap Start > Midomi. Tap the Sing tab (if necessary). Tap the area of the screen that reads Tap and sing or hum and begin singing or humming the song. Try to sing or hum at least 10 seconds of the song for best results.
Page 101: Rss Reader
Tap the area of the screen that reads Tap and hold to a speaker and place the device near the audio source. Try to grab at least 10 seconds of the song for best results. When you are finished, tap the area that reads RECORDING.
Page 102 Tap Add Feed. Tap Add RSS/ATOM URL. Enter the address of an RSS feed and tap Done. Enter the name of the RSS feed and set a feed category. Tap Add. To subscribe to RSS feeds by searching, Tap Start > RSS Reader. Tap a feed category.
Page 103 When you are finished, tap Done. Update and read RSS feeds Tap Start > RSS Reader. Tap a category > a feed. Tap Update. • Your device will attempt to connect to the internet. If necessary, activate your internet connection. Tap Done.
Page 104: Podcast
Podcast Use Podcast to search for, download, and listen to podcasts. Subscribe to Podcasts To subscribe to Podcasts by entering an address, Tap Start > Podcast. Tap Menu > Add Podcast URL. Enter the address of a podcast and tap Add > OK. To subscribe to Podcasts by searching, Tap Start >...
Page 105 Download and play podcasts Tap Start > Podcast. Tap a podcast. Tap Menu > Download. Tap items you want to download. Tap Done to download the items. When you are finished, tap OK. Update your podcast library Once you have subscribed to podcasts ( p. 103), you can easily update your library to listen to the latest episodes.
Page 106: Qik
Tap Update. Tap Done. QIK allows you to easily broadcast live videos over the internet. You can share your live video with others or store the video so your friends and family can view it later. Sign up for a new account Tap Start >...
Page 107 Sign in to QIK Tap Start > QIK. Tap Existing user. Enter your login ID and password. Tap Sign In. Follow the on-screen instructions. Stream live video to your friends and family Sign in to the QIK website. Your video will stream live via the QIK website. To see the live video, visit your personalised webpage: http://qik.com/username.
Page 108 While streaming, you can control the streaming video with the following controls (tap the viewfinder to display or hide the controls): Icon Function Change the resolution Make the stream private (accessibly only by logging in to the QIK website) or public (accessible to anyone) Turn the audio on or off Change settings Add a title and description to the video...
Page 109: Communities
Communities Communities is a convenient feature that allows you to post your photos to websites and blogs. Upload photos Use Communities to upload photos directly to your website or blog. To upload photos, Tap Start > Communities. Tap a blog or website. Tap Upload.
Page 110 Tap Done. • The image will be uploaded to the website or blog. When the upload is complete, you can go to the website, view the upload details, or return to the list of sites by tapping the appropriate button. Upload photos at a later time (Upload reservation) With the Upload reservation feature of Communities, you can set a specific date and time to upload your photos to a website...
Page 111: Marketplace
Select other options (if necessary). Tap the Date drop-down menu and select a date for the upload reservation and tap Done. Tap the Time drop-down menu and set a time for the upload reservation and tap Done. When you are finished, tap Done. Marketplace Marketplace allows you to find and add new applications to your device.
Page 112: Microsoft My Phone
Microsoft My Phone Use Microsoft My Phone to synchronise your contacts, calendar, tasks, text messages, music, photos, videos, and other documents with your My phone account at http://myphone.microsoft.com. Tap Start > Microsoft My Phone. Tap Next. Tap Accept. Enter your user name and password and tap Sign in. Synchronise the data with your device and the web.
Page 113: Connectivity
Connectivity Connect to the internet or your network You can connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and use the connection to send and receive email messages and to browse the internet. You can also connect to any private network, such as a corporate network you use at work. Connect to the internet Obtain the following information from your internet service provider: phone number for your ISP server, user name,...
Page 114 In My Internet, tap Add a new modem connection. Create a modem connection. To view detailed information for any screen while changing the settings, tap the icon. When the connection is successfully configured, run Opera Browser or Internet Explorer to begin browsing the internet. Your device will automatically attempt to connect.
Page 115: End A Connection
On the Tasks tab, set up a modem, VPN server connection, or proxy server in My Work Network. To view detailed information for any screen while changing the settings, tap icon. When the connection is successfully configured, run Opera Browser or Internet Explorer to begin browsing the internet. Your device will automatically attempt to connect.
Page 116 To set options to end a network connection, Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap General Settings > Wireless Manager. Tap Menu > Data con. Settings. Tap the check box next to an option. • End key (Short Press): When you press the End key, the network connection is disconnected.
Page 117: Gps
Find the active network connection The icons at the top of the display will show active connections. Tap any connectivity icon to view the active connection. A small window will display the connection information. Wi-Fi and data connections can be active at the same time. When both connections are active, the device will use Wi-Fi as the default internet connection.
Page 118 Your device is compatible only with Bluetooth-enabled GPS receivers. Turn on your external GPS receiver. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature of your device and connect it with the external GPS receiver. p. 119 From the Bluetooth screen, tap Menu > Device Service > Options next Serial Port >...
Page 119: Update The Gps Functionality
Update the GPS functionality Enhance the GPS functionality by downloading GPS data files. You can improve the speed and accuracy of positioning capability and expand your navigation to areas where cellular networks are accessible. Use XTRA or Assist GPS depending on your service provider.
Page 120: Bluetooth
Bluetooth You can connect with other Bluetooth-enabled wireless devices within a range. Walls or other obstacles between devices may block or impair the wireless connection. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap Network Settings > Bluetooth.
Page 121 Change Bluetooth device names You can alter the name that your device will display to other Bluetooth-enabled devices. To change the device name, Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap Network Settings > Bluetooth. Tap Menu > Device Info. Tap the name input field.
Page 122 Tap Search. • Your device will search for and display the icons of Bluetooth-enabled devices. • To select a search option, tap Menu > Options and select a type from the drop-down menu. Drag a device icon to your device icon in the middle of the screen.
Page 123 Receive data via the Bluetooth wireless feature Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature (if necessary). When a pop-up window appears, tap Hide. • Tap Cancel to stop receiving the data. When prompted to allow incoming data, tap Yes to save the data to your device.
Page 124: Wi-Fi
Activate the smart pairing option Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap Network Settings > Bluetooth. Tap Menu > Device Service. Tap Options next to Hands-free or Headset. next to Enable smart pairing. Tap Done. Wi-Fi Your device features wireless networking capabilities that allow you to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs).
Page 125 Activate and connect to a WLAN Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap Network Settings > Wi-Fi. Tap the device icon in the middle of the screen. Tap Search. • The device will display available WLAN connections. Drag a network icon to the device icon in the middle of the screen.
Page 126: Connected Home
Create a new Wi-Fi connection Tap Start > Settings. On the Basic Settings tab, tap Network Settings > Wi-Fi. Tap Menu > Add New. Enter a network name and configure connection settings. When you are finished, tap Next. Enter network authentication settings and tap Finish. •...
Page 127 Play files with another device Search for and connect to a network using the WLAN. p. 124 Tap Start > Connected Home. Tap the device icon in the left side of the screen. Tap the icon in the middle of the screen to select your device.
Page 128 Tap the icon in the middle of the screen to select your device. Select a folder and locate files. to return to the now playing list. Tap the device icon in the right side of the screen. Select a player the one that will play the media files.
Page 129 Tap a device the one that contains media files. — Select a folder and locate files. to return to the now playing list. Tap the device icon in the right side of the screen. Select a player the one that will play the media files. —...
Page 130: Delete Files
Select Menu > Settings. Tap Change... under Download location. Select a folder and tap Done. Select a device the one that contains media files. — Select a folder and locate files. Tap Menu > Download. Select files and tap Download. •...
Page 131: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you have trouble with your device, try these procedures before you contact a service professional. When you turn on your device, the following messages may appear: Message Try this to solve the problem: The SIM card is Ensure that the SIM or USIM card is installed missing.
Page 132 Your 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. • You may not be able to receive a signal in tunnels or elevators. Move to an open area.
Page 133 You select a contact to call, but the call is not dialled • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact information. • Re-enter and save the number (if necessary). Another caller cannot hear you speaking • Ensure that you are not blocking the built-in microphone. •...
Page 134 • If the battery no longer charges completely, dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery. • If you are using the PC data cable to charge the battery, install ActiveSync on your computer first. Your device is hot to the touch When you use several applications at once, your device requires more power and may heat up.
Page 135 You cannot find a Bluetooth-enabled device • Ensure that both devices have activated the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Ensure that the distance between the devices is not more than 10 metres and that they are not separated by walls or other obstacles. •...
Page 136: Safety And Usage Information
Safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your device. Safety warnings Keep your device away from small children and pets Keep your device and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals.
Page 137 Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for your device. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
Page 138 Avoid interference with pacemakers Maintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between mobile devices and pacemakers to avoid potential interference, as recommended by manufacturers and the independent research group, Wireless Technology Research. If you have any reason to suspect that your device is interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device, turn off the device immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical device for guidance.
Page 139: Safety Precautions
Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hand and face. Bring the device to a Samsung service centre to replace the screen. Damage caused by careless handling will void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Page 140 Turn off the device near medical equipment Your device can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel. Turn off the device or disable the wireless functions when in an aircraft Your device can cause interference with aircraft equipment.
Page 141 Handle your device carefully and sensibly • Do not disassemble your device due to a risk of electric shock. • Do not allow your device to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage and will change the colour of the label that indicates water damage inside the device.
Page 142: Important Usage Information
Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your device emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience.
Page 143 • Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use. • Use batteries only for their intended purpose. Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care • Do not remove a card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or device.
Page 144 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information Your device conforms to European Union (EU) standards that limit human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy emitted by radio and telecommunications equipment. These standards prevent the sale of mobile devices that exceed a maximum exposure level (known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR) of 2.0 W/kg.
Page 145 OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SAMSUNG DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY, VALIDITY, TIMELINESS, LEGALITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH THIS DEVICE AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT,...
Page 146 DAMAGES." Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.

Samsung GT-B7300 User Manual

Introducing Your Device

Communication

Multimedia

Personal Productivity

Web Applications

Connectivity

Troubleshooting

Safety and Usage Information

Quick Links

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