Samsung Galaxy Player 5 User Guide

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Turning Your Device On and Off
Turning Your Device On
Press and hold the Power/Lock Key .
Note: Your device’s internal antenna is located along the top back of the 
device. Do not block the antenna; doing so may affect signal quality 
and may cause the device to operate at a higher power level than is 
necessary.
Turning Your Device Off
1.Press and hold the Power/Lock Key .
2.At the prompt, touch Power off.
Your Google Account
Your new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its 
Android features, including Gmail, Maps, Navigation, Google Talk 
and the Android Market. When you turn on your device for the 
first time, set up a connection with your existing Google account 
or create a new Google account.
To create a Google account or set up your Google account on 
your device use 
Accounts and sync settings. For more 
information, refer to “Accounts and Sync”  on page 115.
Using Google Maps
In order to use some applications related to Google Maps, you 
must first connect Wi-Fi. For more information, refer to “Wi-Fi 
Settings”  on page 104.
You must also enable location services to use Google Maps. 
Some features require Standalone or Google location services. 
For more information, refer to “Location and Security”  on 
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Task Manager
Your device can run applications simultaneously and some 
applications run in the background.
Use Task Manager to see which applications are running on your 
device and to end running applications to extend battery life. You 
can also uninstall applications from your device and see how 
much memory is used by applications.
Task Manager provides information about applications, including 
Active applications, Downloaded, RAM, Storage, and Help.
To access the Task Manager:
1.From a Home screen, touch Applications   
➔Task manager .
2.Touch the Active applications tab to view applications 
running on your device. Touch 
Exit to end an application or 
Exit all to stop all running applications.
3.Touch the Downloaded tab to view applications installed 
from Android Market. Touch 
Uninstall to remove an 
application from your device.
4.Touch the RAM tab to display the amount of Random 
Access Memory (RAM) currently in use. Touch 
Clear 
memory
 to clear inactive and background processes.
5.Touch the Storage tab to view internal and external storage 
memory statistics.
6.Touch the Help tab to view useful tips for extending battery 
life.
Tip: To launch Task Manager from any screen, touch and hold the Home Key, then touch Ta s k  m a n a g e r.
You can also access Task Manager from the 
Program Monitor widget. For more information, refer to “Widgets”  on page 21.
Memor y Card
Your device supports removable microSD™ or microSDHC™ 
memory cards, for storage of music, photos, videos, and other 
files.
Note: You can only store music files that you own (from a CD or purchased with the device) on a memory card.
Installing a Memor y Card
1.Open the Memory Card Slot cover and turn to expose the 
slot.
2.With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide the 
memory card into the slot, pushing gently until it clicks into 
place. 
						

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Replace the Memory Card Slot cover.
Removing a Memor y Card
Important!: To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device.
1.From a Home screen, touch the Menu Key   ➔ Settings 
➔SD card and device storage ➔ Unmount SD card.
2.Open the Memory Card Slot cover and turn to expose the 
slot.
3.Gently press down on the memory card, so that it pops out 
from the slot, and carefully pull the card out.
4.Replace the Memory Slot cover.
Galaxy Player 5.0 Accessories
The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the 
software and accessories available in your region.
You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your device.
Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be compatible with 
your device.
Securing Your Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times 
out or you can lock it manually. You can unlock the device using 
one of the default Unlock screens or, for increased security, use a 
personal screen unlock pattern.
For more information about creating and enabling a Screen 
unlock pattern, see “Set Screen Lock” on page 112.
For other settings related to securing your device, see “Location 
and Security” on page 111.
Note: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
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Locking the device manually
Press the Power/Lock Key .
Unlocking the device
1.Press the Power/Lock 
Key
.
The locked screen displays 
Sweep glass to unlock. The day, 
date, and time also display.
2.Touch and sweep across the 
screen, either to the left or right, 
as indicated on the screen.
Note: You can choose the type of Screen Unlock you want to use, either 
Pattern or Password. For more information, refer to “Location and 
Security”  on page 111.
Troubleshooting
If your device has fatal errors, hangs up, or freezes, you may 
need to close all programs or reset the device to regain 
functionality.
If your device is still responsive, but a program is frozen, close the 
program using the Task Manager. For more information, refer to “Task 
Manager”  on page 8.
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the
 Power/Lock Key  for 8 to 10 seconds. 
						

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Android System Recover y
Android System Recovery is used for Google updates. The 
average user should never need to perform a system recovery.
Note: If you entered this menu by mistake, use the Volume Up/Down key to 
select reboot system now, then touch the Home Key  . Your device then continues to boot up.
To enter the Android System Recovery mode, follow these steps:
1.Turn the device off.
2.Press the Volume Up Key   and then press 
the 
Power/Lock Key  at the same time until the 
device switches on.
Tip: Volume Up is the end closest to the top of the device.
3.Once the SAMSUNG logo appears, release the Power/Lock 
key while continuing to press the Volume Up key.
4.Continue to press the Volume Up key until the Android 
System Recovery screen displays.
5.Release the Volume Up key.
The following options are available:
 reboot system now: Turns on your device.
 apply update from sdcard: Used to apply an update file from your 
microSD card.
: Deletes all data from the device except 
captured pictures and videos. For more information, refer to 
“Factory Data Reset”  on page 117.
 wipe cache partition: Deletes all cache data, such as log files.
6.Press the Volume Up/down key to scroll up or down, then 
touch the 
Home Key   to make a selection. 
						

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Section 2: Understanding Your Device
This section outlines key features of your device and describes 
the screen and the icons that appear when the device is in use. It 
also shows how to navigate through the device.
Features
Your device is lightweight, easy-to-use, and offers many useful 
features. The following list outlines a few of the features included 
in your device.
Touch screen provides quick response to a variety of menus and 
options including applications and seven home screens
AndroidTM 2.3.5, Gingerbread
Android MarketTM plus pre-loaded applications
Ready access to the Internet
Built-in Bluetooth® 3.0 Wireless technology. For more information, 
refer to “Bluetooth Settings”  on page 106.
Built-in Wi-Fi technology (802.11 b/g/n/a)
5-inch 800x480 WVGA TFT LCD touch screen
3.2 Megapixel camera with flash and camcorder
Messaging Features:–Gmail–Email (corporate and personal)–Google Talk
Support for microSD™ and microSDHC™ Memory Cards, which are 
used for data storage and access
Photo Gallery that supports JPEG, PNG, GIF, and BMP formats
HD Video Player (720p) that supports H.263, H.264, MPEG4, 3GP, 
WMV (v9), and DivX formats
DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 720p, including premium 
content
Music Player that supports WAV, MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA (v9), 
and Ogg formats
FM Radio that lets you listen to your local FM radio stations
SoundAlive and stereo speakers
Social Hub to integrate your e-mail, calendar, and favorite social 
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Front and Top Views
The following items can be found on the front and top of your 
device as illustrated.
1.Strap Hole: Allows you to attach an optional strap.
2.External Speaker: Used for music or video playback, 
notification tones, and for other sounds.
3.Memory Card Slot: Open Memory Card Slot cover and turn 
to expose the slot to install a memory card for storage of 
files. For more information, refer to “Installing a Memory 
Card”  on page 8.
4.Front-facing Camera Lens: Used when taking photos.
5.Menu Key: Touch to display options for the current screen.
6.Home Key: Touch to display the Home screen. Touch and 
hold to display recent applications or to launch Task 
Manager. Touch to wake the screen for unlocking.
7.Back Key: Touch to return to the previous screen or option.
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Side View
The following items can be found on the side of your device.
1.Power/Lock Key: Press and hold to 
turn the device on or off. Press to 
lock the device or to wake the 
screen for unlocking.
2.Volume Key: From a Home screen, 
press to adjust Master Volume. 
During music playback, press
 to 
adjust volume.
Back and Bottom Views
The following items can be found on the 
back and bottom of your device.
1.External Speakers: Used for music or video playback, 
notification tones, and for other sounds.
2.Camera Lens: Used to take 
photos or record videos.
3.Camera Flash: Used when 
taking photos.
4.3.5mm Headset Jack: Plug 
in for headphones, which 
also serve as an antenna. 
For more information, 
refer to “FM Radio”  on 
page 69.
5.Microphone: Used for 
voice recording or video 
chat.
6.Charger/Accessory Port: 
Allows you to connect a 
Travel Charger or other 
optional accessories such as a USB/data cable to sync 
music and files.
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Home Screen
The Home screen is the starting point for using your device.
Note: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
1.Status Bar: Presents icons to show notifications, battery 
power, and connection details. For a list of icons, see 
“Status Bar” on page 19.
2.Widgets: Applications that run on the Home screen. These 
widgets are found on the Home screen by default. For 
more information, refer to “Widgets”  on page 21.
3.Shortcuts: Shortcuts to common applications.These 
shortcuts are found on the Home screen by default. For 
more information, refer to “Shortcuts”  on page 22.
4.Home screen: The starting point for using your device. 
Place shortcuts, widgets, and other items to customize 
your device to your needs.
5.Primary Shortcuts: Shortcuts to common features. For 
more information, refer to “Primary Shortcuts”  on 
page 21.
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Extended Home Screen
The Home screen consists of the Home panel, plus six panels 
that extend beyond the display width to provide more space for 
adding shortcuts, widgets, and folders.
Slide your finger horizontally across the screen to scroll to the left 
or right side panels. As you scroll, the indicator at the top of the 
display shows your current position.
Customizing the Home Screen
To customize the Home screen to suit your preferences just 
navigate to the desired Home screen, then touch and hold on the 
screen to display the 
Add to Home screen menu. Then touch one 
of the options:
Widgets: For more information, refer to “Widgets”  on page 21.
Shortcuts: For more information, refer to “Shortcuts”  on page 22.
Folders: For more information, refer to “Folders”  on page 23.
Wallpapers: For more information, refer to “Wallpapers”  on 
page 24.
Display Settings
You can customize display settings to your preferences. For more 
information, refer to “Display”  on page 110.
Adding and Removing Home Screen Panels
Your device comes with seven Home screen panels. You can 
customize the Home screen by removing or adding panels.
Note: The panel in the first position displays when you touch the Home Key.
1.From a Home screen, touch the Menu Key   ➔ Edit.
2.Use these controls to configure panels:
3.To rearrange the order of panels, touch and drag a panel to 
a new location.
Tip: You can also display Edit options by pinching the Home screen.
Remove: Touch and drag a panel to the Trash Can 
to remove the panel from the Home screen.
Add: Touch to add a new panel, up to a total of 
seven. This option is available when less than 
seven panels have been added.