Samsung GT-S5660SWAEUR manual Display, Location and security, Change the settings for the display

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Display

Change the settings for the display.

•Wallpapers:

--Home screen wallpaper: Select a background image for the idle screen.

--Lock screen wallpaper: Select a background image for the screen lock.

•Font style: Change the font type for the display text. You can download fonts from Android Market by selecting Get fonts online.

•Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.

•Auto-rotate screen: Set whether or not to rotate the content automatically when the device is rotated.

•Animation: Set the device to display animation when you switch between windows.

•Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display's backlight.

•Horizontal calibration: Calibrate the accelerometer to adjust the horizontal axis of the device for better motion recognition.

Location and security

Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card, and GPS functionality.

•Use wireless networks: Set to use WLAN and/or mobile networks for finding your location.

•Use GPS satellites: Set to use the GPS satellite for finding your location.

•Set screen lock: Set the unlock security code. When you have set your security code, this option changes to Change screen lock.

--None: Disable the screen lock.

--Pattern: Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen.

--PIN: Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen.

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Contents GT-S5660 Using this manual Read me firstInstructional icons Please keep this manual for future referenceCopyright 2011 Samsung Electronics CopyrightTrademarks Contents Entertainment Communication Personal informationWeb Tools SettingsConnectivity Index TroubleshootingSafety precautions Unpack Install the SIM or Usim card and batteryAssembling Remove the back cover To install the SIM or Usim card and batteryPower off → OK to turn it off Contacts facing downCharge the battery Insert the battery Replace the back coverOutlet ›› Charge with a travel adapterMultifunction jack Insert a memory card ›› Charge with a PC data cableLocks in place DeviceFacing down Close the cover of the memory card slotPhone storage → Unmount SD card → OK ›› Remove the memory card›› Format the memory card Attach a hand strap Small projectionGet to know your device Getting startedTurn your device on and off ›› Device layout››Keys Icon Definition ››Indicator iconsYour region or service provider Call on hold Call in progressUse the touch screen Error occurred or caution requiredBattery power level Current timeGetting started ›› Add items to the idle screen Lock or unlock the touch screen and keysGet to know the idle screen Idle screen›› Use the shortcuts panel ›› Move items on the idle screen›› Remove items from the idle screen Access applications To access your device’s applications›› Access recent applications ›› Organise applications›› Use the task manager ›› Adjust the volume of the ringtonesCustomise your device ›› Set the current time and date›› Change your ringtone ›› Switch to Silent mode›› Activate animation for switching Windows ›› Select a wallpaper for the idle screen›› Set a screen lock ›› Adjust the brightness of the displaySettings → Display → Brightness → Pattern›› Lock your SIM or Usim card From the screen Continue until you have finished the word Enter text›› Change the keyboard type On the screen ›› Enter text using the Samsung keypadInput method Right You can also use the following keysNumber Function Clear your input Start a new line ›› Copy and paste text ›› Install an applicationDownload applications from Android Market Synchronise data ›› Uninstall an applicationDownload files from the web ›› Activate automatic sync ›› Set up a server accountSettings → Accounts and sync ›› Synchronise data manually›› Make and answer a call CommunicationCalling To dial the number ›› Use a headset›› Use options during a call To end a call, press the headset button›› View and dial missed calls ›› Use additional featuresTo switch between the two calls, select Swap Select a condition Select Enable›› View call logs → Logs›› Send a multimedia message Messaging›› Send a text message New message›› View a text or multimedia message ›› Listen to voice mail messages›› View email messages Google Mail›› Send an email message Google MailSelect Change labels ›› Set up an email account›› Organise email by labels ›› View an email message Invitation Talk›› Add friends to your friend list Smiley Social Hub›› Start a chat Chats›› Capture a photo EntertainmentCamera Number of photos you can take according to available memory → Smile shot ›› Capture a photo in Smile shot modeCamera Select Aim the camera lens at your subject→ Continuous ›› Capture a series of photos›› Capture a panoramic photo → Panorama›› Customise camera settings Storage location Change the recording mode for ›› Record a video›› Customise camcorder settings Gallery ››Supported file formats›› Share images or videos ›› View a photo›› Play a video Gallery›› Play music Music›› Add music files to your memory card MusicControl playback with the following keys Pause playback Select to resume playback→ Add to playlist → New ›› Use the party shuffle feature›› Create a playlist Music Press → Party shuffle›› Listen to the FM radio ›› Customise music player settingsFM radio RadioPress → Scan → a scanning option ›› Save a radio station automaticallyControl the FM radio with the following keys Automatically›› Customise FM radio settings → Settings→ Keypad Contacts›› Create a contact Select Add to Contacts →›› Create your namecard ›› Find a contact›› Set a speed dial number Press → More → Speed dial›› Copy contacts Accounts›› Create a group of contacts → Groups→ History ›› Import or export contacts›› View the communication log ›› Create an event Calendar›› View social network activities ›› View events›› Create a memo ›› Stop an event alarmMemo ›› View memos›› Play a voice memo Voice recorder›› Record a voice memo Recorder›› Browse web pages WebInternet → Find on To customise browser settings, press → More → SettingsTo bookmark the current web page, press → Add bookmark To view web page details, press → More → Page infoSelect → Bookmarks ›› Search for information by voice›› Bookmark your favourite web pages Select → Most visited or History Select a web page to accessMaps ›› Search for a specific location Settings → Location and securityGoogle Maps Maps→ See map → DirectionsAdd via email address Places ›› Search for a place around you›› Navigate to your destination Navigation›› Watch videos Google SearchYouTube Google SearchSelect To start recording To stop recording ›› Upload videosCamera Recorded›› Read news articles News & Weather›› View the weather information WeatherMarket Samsung AppsMarket Feature BluetoothSettings Connectivity›› Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature ›› Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices›› Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Settings → Scan devices→ Wireless and networks → Wi-Fi settings → Wi-Fi Wi-Fi›› Activate the Wlan feature ›› Find and connect to a WlanAllShare ›› Customise Dlna settings for sharing Media files→ Add Wi-Fi network ›› Add a Wlan manuallySelect Add to playlist ›› Play your files on another DLNA- enabled device›› Play files of one device on the other device My phonePortable hotspot Mobile network sharingOn your device to a PC Your device shares the mobile network connection on your PCPC connections ›› Connect with Samsung KiesSelect Connect storage to PC → OK VPN connections›› Connect as a mass storage device From PC››Set up VPN connections → Add VPN›› Connect to a private network Tools ›› Set a new alarm›› Stop an alarm ClockMy files CalculatorDownloads Idle mode, open the application list and select SIM Toolkit SIM ToolkitTask manager Manager›› View and edit a document on your device ThinkFree Office›› Create a new document ThinkFree OfficeSearch Voice Search›› Manage documents online Wireless and networks SettingsAccess the Settings menu ›› Mobile networks Call settings›› VPN settings ›› Fixed Dialing NumbersSound ›› Voicemail service›› Additional settings ›› Voice mail numberLocation and security Change the settings for the displayDisplay PIN Set a PIN numeric to unlock the screenApplications Password Set a password alphanumeric to unlock the screenSet up SIM card lock Development Accounts and syncPrivacy ›› Select language SD card and phone storageLocale and text ›› Select input method›› Samsung keypad Input languages Select languages for text input›› Text-to-speech settings Accessibility›› Voice recognition settings Change the settings for accessibility featuresDate and time About phoneTroubleshooting Your device displays network or service error messagesCalls are being dropped Your device freezes or has fatal errorsTouch screen responds slowly or improperly → Erase everythingIncoming calls are not connected When dialling from contacts, the call is not connectedOutgoing calls are not connected Others cannot hear you speaking on a callYour device is hot to the touch Battery does not charge properly or the device turns offError messages appear when launching the camera Error messages appear when launching the FM radio Error messages appear when opening music filesAnother Bluetooth device is not located Safety precautions Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with careTurn off your device where prohibited Turn off your device when in an aircraft Proper care and use of your mobile device Keep your device dryEnsure maximum battery and charger life Use caution when using the device while walking or moving Be sure to back up important data Specific Absorption Rate SAR certification information Correct disposal of this productDisclaimer Correct disposal of batteries in this productSafety precautions Bluetooth  DLNA  PC  WLAN  IndexSee web browser Setting accounts 43 viewing Files 34 103 104101 Location and security  With web accounts  Locking  Using Connecting to  Creating  GSM Wcdma Wi-Fi Mobile Phone GT-S5660 Declaration of Conformity R&TTETo install Kies PC Sync
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The Samsung GT-S5660, popularly known as the Galaxy Gio, is a compact and affordable smartphone that caters to users seeking a balance of performance and functionality. Launched in early 2011, it boasts a variety of features that were quite appealing for its time, making it a popular choice among entry-level smartphone users.

One of the standout features of the Galaxy Gio is its sleek design. With a 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen display, the device offers a decent resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, providing clear visibility and an intuitive interface for navigation. The form factor is user-friendly, fitting comfortably in hand, and is lightweight for ease of portability.

Under the hood, the GT-S5660 is powered by a 800 MHz processor, which, while modest by modern standards, ensures smooth performance for basic tasks such as browsing, messaging, and using social media applications. It runs on the Android 2.2 Froyo operating system, which can be upgraded to 2.3 Gingerbread, offering users a selection of applications and features from the Android ecosystem.

In terms of memory, the device comes with 158 MB of internal storage, expandable via a microSD card slot supporting up to 32 GB, allowing users to store their favorite multimedia content. The 3-megapixel rear camera captures decent photos, while the lack of a front-facing camera was common in budget smartphones of that era.

Connectivity options on the Samsung GT-S5660 include Bluetooth 3.0, Wi-Fi, and GPS, enhancing user experience by allowing quick data transfer and location-based services. The phone supports 3G HSDPA internet connectivity, providing users with fast browsing speeds.

Battery life is another notable aspect, with a standard Li-Ion 1350 mAh battery that promises adequate usage time, ensuring users can stay connected throughout the day without frequent recharges.

In summary, the Samsung GT-S5660 Galaxy Gio may be considered a relic by today's standards, but its blend of affordability, reliability, and user-friendly features made it a suitable choice for users transitioning to their first smartphones. Its legacy lives on in the form of budget-friendly devices that continue to dominate the entry-level market.
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