Samsung GT-S8500HKAKSA manual Others cannot hear you speaking on a call, Audio quality is poor

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Others cannot hear you speaking on a call

•Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone.

•Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth.

•If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected.

Audio quality is poor

•Ensure that you are not blocking the device's internal antenna.

•When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again.

When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected

•Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list.

•Re-enter and save the number, if necessary.

•Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact's phone number.

The device beeps and the battery icon flashes

Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the device.

The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off

•The battery terminals may be dirty. Wipe both gold- coloured contacts with a clean, soft cloth and try charging the battery again.

•If the battery will no longer charge completely, dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery (refer to your local ordinances for proper disposal instructions).

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Contents To install Kies PC Sync GT-S8500 Using this manual Instructional iconsCopyright information About Divx Video About Divx VIDEO-ON-DEMAND Contents Web EntertainmentPersonal information Tools SettingsConnectivity Index TroubleshootingSafety and usage information Unpack Install the SIM or Usim card and batteryAssembling To turn it off Remove the back cover Gold-coloured contacts facing downCharge the battery Insert the battery Replace the back coverBy misuse is not covered by the warranty ›› Charge with the travel adapterDevice Multifunction jackInsert a memory card optional ›› Charge with the PC data cableBefore charging, ensure that your PC is turned on On a PCLift the memory card cover and insert a memory card When inserting the memory card ›› Remove the memory card›› Format the memory card Memory cardTo turn on your device Press and hold Getting startedTurn your device on and off Get to know your device ›› Device layout›› Keys ›› Idle screen››Indicator icons Bluetooth hands-free car kit or headsetYour region or service provider Connected Icon DefinitionUse the touch screen ›› Shortcuts panelYour device turns off the touch screen when you Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys Access menusTo access your device’s menus ›› Organise applications in Menu mode ModeSelect Edit at the top left of the screen Bottom lineLaunch and manage applications ›› Add new main menu screens›› Launch multiple applications ›› Use the task managerUse widgets ›› Open the widget toolbarMenu mode, select Settings → Menu and widgets → Widget Customise your device›› Manage web-based widgets ›› Add new panels to the idle screen›› Adjust the volume of the key tones ›› Adjust the vibration intensity Touch screen›› Switch to the silent profile ›› Set up a sound profile→ Wallpaper ›› Adjust the brightness of the display›› Change the order of tabs ›› Lock your device ›› Lock your SIM or Usim cardSelect Phone lock DoneEnter text ›› Activate the mobile trackerChange the text input method Select Mobile trackerEnter text using input methods Adding words to the T9 dictionary Copy and paste textSelect Predictive text Starting point Text onto the clipboardField Text fieldCommunication Calling›› Make and answer a call Make a call›› Use the headset ›› Use options during a voice callReject a call Call an international numberSwitch to video call Reduction onSelect → Switch to headset To customise the video call settings, select → Settings›› Use options during a video call ›› View and dial missed callsMake a fake call ›› Use additional featuresSet auto rejection Use Fixed Dialling Number FDN mode Set call divertingLogs ›› View call and message logsSet call barring Set call waitingManager ››View the log manager→ Log ›› Set up an MMS profile Messages›› Send a text message Network → Connections → YesAdd ›› Send a multimedia messageProfiles Select a connection profile → Set → Conversation view ›› View a text or multimedia message→ Folder view ›› Listen to voice mail messages ›› Use message templatesCreate a text template Create a multimedia template›› Send an SOS message Select SaveSending options Select OK. Skip to step›› Set up an email account and profile Set up an email account→ Settings → ›› Send an email messageSelect an email profile Compose→ Download ›› View an email messageServer Social Hub Next to data types to synchroniseAccount Select Select a messenger›› Capture a photo EntertainmentCamera Number Function Change the focus mode You can take To set the photo as your favourites, select To view the photo details, select›› Capture a photo in Smile shot mode ›› Capture a beauty photo→ Beauty → Smile shot→ Continuous ›› Capture a series of photos›› Capture a panoramic photo → Vintage ›› Customise camera settings›› Capture a vintage photo Automatically adjust contrast Adjust→ to access Setting Function GuidelinesSetting Function Storage Reset settingsSelect To switch to the camcorder ›› Capture a videoView the photo or video you captured last To set the video as your favourites, selectTo view video details, select To delete a video, select Delete → Yes→ Slow motion ›› Customise camcorder settings›› Capture a video in slow motion Video player ›› Play a video›› Customise video player settings Control playback with the following keys Number FunctionSubtitles on Smi filesMedia browser ›› View a photoMusic player ›› Add music files to your device›› Play music View the details of the music fileBar One file, or repeating all filesSelect Playlists → → Create ›› Access the album list›› Create a playlist ›› Customise music player settings → Settings›› Add a song to the quick list ›› Find information of musicFM radio ›› Add a song to the wish list›› Listen to the FM radio → Wish listNumber Function Set the FM radio to automatically retune ›› Record a song from the FM radio›› Save a radio station automatically ›› Customise FM radio settings Games and more ›› Download games and applications›› Play games or launch applications Games›› Find a contact Contacts›› Create a contact Profile ›› Set a favourite number›› Create your namecard ›› Copy contacts Accounts›› Create a group of contacts → Print via Bluetooth Calendar›› Create an event ›› View events›› Stop an event alarm Task›› Create a task ›› View tasksMemo Voice recorder›› Create a memo ›› View memos›› Play a voice memo ›› Set up an internet profile WebInternet ›› Browse web pagesNavigate web pages with the following keys Number›› Customise browser settings ›› Bookmark your favourite web pagesRSS update Activating the auto update Accessed web pagesID/password Option Function Set the web browser toUpdate and read RSS feeds Samsung Apps›› Use the RSS reader Add an RSS feed address›› Set up a synchronisation profile SynchroniseSynchronise Enter a name for the profile›› Start synchronisation Daily briefingCommunity websites Bluetooth BluetoothBluetooth wireless feature Connectivity›› Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices → Settings → My phones visibility → Always on → SaveBluetooth → Search Select a paired device and use the following options›› Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature ›› Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature›› Print data using the Bluetooth wireless feature FilesWi-Fi ›› Use Remote SIM mode›› Activate the Wlan feature Options and print the dataWi-Fi ›› Find and connect to a Wlan›› Customise the connection profile ForgetMinutes AllShareDevice type ›› Customise Dlna settings for sharing Media files ›› Play your files on another DLNA- enabled deviceAllShare → Settings AllSharePlayer via my phone ›› Play others files on your device›› Play files of one device on the other device Mobile AP Option Function NameView or edit the network key to Option Function Hide my›› View your location LocationTV out TV connections TV out mode›› Update the GPS functionality PC connections ›› Connect with Samsung Kies›› Synchronise with Windows Media Player USB → Samsung Kies → Set›› Connect as a mass storage device USB → Mass storage → Set›› Use your device as a wireless modem Create a modem connection on your PC›› Set a new alarm ›› Stop an alarm›› Delete an alarm Tools›› Use the count-down timer ›› Create a world clock›› Use the stopwatch ViewCalculator Mini diary›› Create a Mini diary ›› View a Mini diaryMy accounts ›› Create a web account›› Delete or edit my accounts ›› Change the auto sync scheduleMy files ›› Supported file formatsSelect Push sync Select the dot next to Push sync›› View a file Print an image using a USB connection Print an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature›› Print an image ›› Set an image as your wallpaperAdjust an image ›› Edit an imageApply effects to images Transform an imageMake a new video Insert a visual feature›› Edit a video Trim a segment of a video Add textSplit a video Apply an effect to a videoAdd caption to a video Import a video Select a video → EffectsContent Smart search›› Search for files or data in the device ›› Search on the Samsung Mobile SiteSettings Access the Settings menuFlight mode Menu mode, select SettingsMessage and email Sound profilesCall Wallpaper Select a background image for the idle screen Display and lightGeneral Time zone Set your home time zone Date and timeVibration ›› Call Menu and widgetsApplications General settings ›› MessagesVoice call Video callText messages Receiving optionsBroadcast messages ›› EmailPush messages Customise other account settings ›› Contacts ›› Calendar›› Internet ›› Media player›› Photo upload settings ›› Installation settingsSecurity ›› Social network profilesMemory ResetChange PIN Change the PIN used to access SIM or Usim data About phone SIM applicationsTroubleshooting Your device displays Service unavailable or Network errorTouch screen responds slowly or improperly Calls are being droppedOutgoing calls are not connected Incoming calls are not connectedWhen dialling from contacts, the call is not connected Battery does not charge properly or the device turns offOthers cannot hear you speaking on a call Audio quality is poorYour device is hot to the touch Error messages appear when launching the cameraError messages appear when launching the FM radio Your device freezes or has fatal errors Error messages appear when opening music filesAnother Bluetooth device is not located Install mobile devices and equipment with caution Keep your device away from small children and petsProtect your hearing Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with careReduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries Avoid interference with pacemakersTurn off the device in potentially explosive environments Follow all safety warnings and regulations Use only Samsung-approved accessoriesDo not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Drive safely at all timesHandle your device carefully and sensibly Avoid interference with other electronic devicesAllow only qualified personnel to service your device Ensure maximum battery and charger lifeEnsure access to emergency services Use your device in the normal positionSpecific Absorption Rate SAR certification information Correct disposal of this productDisclaimer Correct disposal of batteries in this productSafety and usage information Access codes 125 alarms Index107 Bluetooth  DLNA  GPS  PC  TV  WLAN 112 Downloading 71 playing  Sending 43 setting profiles 42 viewing See web browser 106 Images via USB 123 Menu and widgets 116 motion Video editor Videos capturing 58 capturing videos in slow motion Wlan Page Declaration of Conformity R&TTE GSM Mobile Phone GT-S8500
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Overall, the Samsung GT-S8500 series represented a forward-thinking approach in the mobile market, blending advanced features with design aesthetics. Each model variant shared core characteristics while appealing to a spectrum of user preferences, making the Wave popular among consumers looking for a reliable smartphone experience. Its introduction marked a notable foray into the touchscreen smartphone era for Samsung, shaping the company's future device strategies.
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