Samsung GT-S8500HKAEGY, GT-S8500BAATUR, GT-S8500HKJECT Use the touch screen, ›› Shortcuts panel

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››Shortcuts panel

In Idle mode or while using an application, select in the indicator icons area to open the shortcuts panel.

Select icons to activate or deactivate the WLAN and Bluetooth features. You can also turn on or off the device's volume and check new messages and alerts.

Use the touch screen

Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen.

•To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools.

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

•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

20Getting started

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Contents To install Kies PC Sync GT-S8500 Instructional icons Using this manualCopyright information About Divx Video About Divx VIDEO-ON-DEMAND Contents Entertainment Personal informationWeb Settings ConnectivityTools Safety and usage information Troubleshooting126 127Install the SIM or Usim card and battery AssemblingUnpack Gold-colored contacts facing down To turn it off Remove the back cover and batteryInsert the battery Replace the back cover Charge the batteryDevice ›› Charge with the travel adapterMultifunction jack Outlet›› Charge with the PC data cable Insert a memory card optionalLift the memory card cover and insert a memory card ›› Remove the memory card When inserting the memory card›› Format the memory card Memory cardGetting started Turn your device on and offTo turn on your device ›› Device layout Get to know your device›› Idle screen ›› KeysIcon Definition ››Indicator icons›› Shortcuts panel Use the touch screenYour device turns off the touch screen when you Access menus To access your device’s menusLock or unlock the touch screen and keys Mode ›› Organize applications in Menu modeSelect Edit at the top left of the screen Bottom line›› Add new main menu screens Launch and manage applications›› Launch multiple applications ›› Use the task manager›› Open the widget toolbar Use widgetsCustomize your device Menu mode, select Settings → Menu and widgets → Widget›› Manage web-based widgets ›› Add new panels to the idle screen›› Adjust the vibration intensity Touch screen ›› Adjust the volume of the key tones›› Switch to the silent profile ›› Set the current time and date›› Adjust the brightness of the display ›› Set up a sound profile›› Select a wallpaper for the idle screen → Wallpaper›› Change the order of tabs Menu mode, select Settings → Security. Select Phone lock›› Lock your device ›› Lock your SIM or Usim cardSelect Save → Accept ›› Activate the mobile trackerChange the text input method Enter textEnter text using input methods Select Predictive textAdding words to the T9 dictionary Copy and paste text Access help information Calling Communication›› Make and answer a call Make a call›› Use options during a voice call ›› Use the headsetReject a call Call an international numberReduction on Switch to video callTo customize the video call settings, select → Settings Select → Switch to headset›› Use options during a video call ›› View and dial missed calls›› Use additional features Set auto rejectionMake a fake call Set call diverting Use Fixed Dialing Number FDN mode›› View call and message log LogSet call barring Set call waiting→ Log manager ››View the log managerMessages ›› Set up an MMS profile›› Send a text message Network → Connections → Yes›› Send a multimedia message Profiles Select a connection profile → SetAdd Select → Folder view ›› View a text or multimedia message→ Conversation view Select → Broadcast messages›› Listen to voice mail messages Settings›› Use message templates Create a text templateSet up an email account ›› Set up an email account and profileSelect an email profile → Settings →›› View an email message ›› Send an email messageServer ComposeExchange server Option FunctionServer URL Use SSL Layer protocol to increase SecurityMenu mode, select Social Hub Social HubEntertainment Camera›› Capture a photo Number Function Change the focus mode You can take To view the photo details, select To set the photo as your favorites, select›› Capture a beauty photo ›› Capture a photo in Smile shot mode→ Beauty → Smile shot›› Capture a panoramic photo ›› Capture a series of photos›› Customize camera settings ›› Capture a vintage photo→ Vintage Adjust Automatically adjust contrast→ to access Setting Function Guidelines›› Capture a video Video is saved automatically View the photo or video you captured lastTo set the video as your favorites, select To view video details, select→ Slow motion ›› Capture a video in slow motionVideo quality ›› Customize camcorder settingsTurn the audio on or off Captured videos›› Play a video Video playerSelect a video to play Control playback with the following keys Number Function›› Customize video player settings Media browser ›› View a photo→ Edit tag Music player ›› Add music files to your device›› Play music ›› Access the album list → Settings ›› Customize music player settings›› Create a playlist ›› Add a song to the quick list›› Find information of music FM radio›› Add a song to the wish list ›› Listen to the FM radioFrequencies for stations when the current signal is weak ›› Record a song from the FM radio ›› Customize FM radio settings›› Save a radio station automatically ›› Add a radio station to the favorites listGames and more ›› Download games and applicationsGames Controls and options of games or applications may vary ›› Play games or launch applicationsContacts ›› Create a contact›› Find a contact ›› Set a favorite number ›› Create your namecardProfile Accounts ›› Create a group of contacts›› Copy contacts Calendar → Print via Bluetooth›› Create an event ›› View eventsTask ›› Stop an event alarm›› Create a task ›› View tasksVoice recorder Memo›› Create a memo ›› View memosYour memo is saved automatically ›› Play a voice memoWeb ›› Set up an internet profileInternet ›› Browse web pagesNumber Navigate web pages with the following keys›› Bookmark your favorite web pages ›› Customize browser settingsAccessed web pages RSS update Activating the auto updateID/password Option Function InternetSamsung Apps Update and read RSS feeds›› Use the RSS reader Add an RSS feed addressSynchronize ›› Set up a synchronization profileSynchronize Enter a name for the profileDaily briefing Community websites›› Start synchronization Bluetooth BluetoothBluetooth wireless feature Connectivity›› Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices → Settings → My phones visibility → Always on → SaveBluetooth → Search ›› Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature ›› Send data using the Bluetooth wireless featureApplication or My files Select OK if necessary›› Use Remote SIM mode ›› Print data using the Bluetooth wireless featureFiles Options and print the data›› Activate the Wlan feature Wi-FiWi-Fi ›› Find and connect to a WlanView the security type Option Function Name View the name of the profileIP address Type›› Customize Dlna settings for sharing Media files AllShare → SettingsAllShare ›› Play your files on another DLNA- enabled device AllSharePlayer ›› Play others files on your device ›› Play files of one device on the other devicePlayer via my phone Mobile AP Mobile AP›› View your location LocationSelect My position to view your location ›› Update the GPS functionality TV connections TV out modeTV out Region OptionPC connections Press to return to Idle mode›› Connect with Samsung Kies USB → Samsung Kies → Set›› Connect as a mass storage device ›› Synchronize with Windows Media PlayerUSB → Media player → Set USB → Mass storage → SetOpen the folder to view files ›› Use your device as a wireless modemUSB → PC Internet → Set Multifunction jack on your device to a PC›› Stop an alarm ›› Set a new alarm›› Delete an alarm Tools→ DST settings ›› Use the count-down timer›› Create a world clock ›› Use the stopwatchMini diary Calculator›› Create a Mini diary ›› View a Mini diary›› Create a web account My accounts›› Delete or edit my accounts ›› Change the auto sync schedule›› Supported file formats My filesSelect Push sync Select the dot next to Push sync›› View a file Print an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature Print an image using a USB connection›› Print an image ›› Set an image as your wallpaper›› Edit an image Adjust an imageApply effects to images Transform an image›› Edit a video Insert a visual featureMake a new video Save or ApplyAdd text Trim a segment of a videoApply an effect to a video Split a videoAdd caption to a video Import a video Select a video → EffectsSmart search Content›› Search for files or data in the device ›› Search on the Samsung Mobile SiteAccess the Settings menu SettingsOffline mode Menu mode, select SettingsSound profiles CallMessage and Email Display and light GeneralWallpaper Select a background image for the idle screen Date and time VibrationTime zone Set your home time zone Menu and widgets Applications›› Call Voice call Preset image Select an image to be shown to the other partyCall that was not connected Video callGeneral settings Customize the settings for messaging features›› Messages Keep a copy Set whether or not to save a copy of messagesReceiving options Push messagesBroadcast messages Customize other account settings ›› EmailSending options Order of display name Set how to display contact names ›› Contacts›› Calendar Music player settings Set the music player options. p ›› Photo upload settings›› Internet ›› Media playerSecurity ›› Installation settingsMemory ›› Social network profilesReset About phoneSIM applications Your device displays Service unavailable or Network error TroubleshootingCalls are being dropped Touch screen responds slowly or improperlyOutgoing calls are not connected Incoming calls are not connectedBattery does not charge properly or the device turns off When dialing from contacts, the call is not connectedOthers cannot hear you speaking on a call Audio quality is poorError messages appear when launching the camera Error messages appear when launching the FM radioYour device is hot if touched Error messages appear when opening music files Another Bluetooth device is not locatedYour device freezes or has fatal errors Keep your device away from small children and pets Install mobile devices and equipment with cautionProtect your hearing Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with careAvoid interference with pacemakers Turn off the device in potentially explosive environmentsReduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries Use only Samsung-approved accessories Follow all safety warnings and regulationsDo not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Drive safely at all timesAvoid interference with other electronic devices Handle your device carefully and sensiblyEnsure maximum battery and charger life Allow only qualified personnel to service your deviceEnsure access to emergency services Use your device in the normal positionCorrect disposal of this product Specific Absorption Rate SAR certification informationCorrect disposal of batteries in this product DisclaimerSafety and usage information

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GT-S8500ISAKSA, GT-S8500BAAMMC, GT-S8500BAAAFR, GT-S8500BAACEL, GT-S8500HKAXXV specifications

The Samsung GT-S8500, known as the Wave, was a significant milestone in Samsung's mobile phone lineup, celebrated for its innovative features and cutting-edge technology. The various models, such as GT-S8500LRAXEV, GT-S8500BAAXXV, GT-S8500PDAXEV, GT-S8500HKAXEV, and GT-S8500ISAXEV, showcased the versatility of this series.

One of the standout features of the Samsung GT-S8500 is its Super AMOLED display. Boasting a resolution of 800x480 pixels, the vibrant screen offers exceptional visibility and bright colors, enhancing the user experience for both multimedia and everyday applications. This technology was advanced for its time, providing deeper contrasts and energy efficiency.

Powered by Samsung's proprietary Bada operating system, the GT-S8500 aimed to create a user-friendly experience comparable to smartphones running on Android or iOS. The Bada OS introduced an intuitive interface with customizable widgets, allowing users to tailor their home screens to suit individual preferences and needs.

In terms of performance, the Samsung GT-S8500 featured a 1 GHz processor, enabling smooth multitasking and robust application performance. The smartphone came with 2 GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD, which catered to users' needs for additional space for apps, music, and photos.

Photography capabilities were also impressive, with a 5-megapixel rear camera featuring autofocus and LED flash, allowing users to capture high-quality images. The camera offered various modes and settings, reflecting the growing emphasis on mobile photography during its release period.

Connectivity options included Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G, ensuring that users stayed connected for browsing and social networking. With its lightweight design and ergonomic shape, the GT-S8500 was not only stylish but also comfortable for prolonged use.

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.