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Samsung SM-A207F User Manual

Samsung SM-A207F
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USER MANUAL
English. 08/2019. Rev.1.0
SM-A207F
SM-A207F/DS

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Samsung SM-A207F Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels
RAM3GB
Internal Storage32GB
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Rear Camera13 MP (wide) + 8 MP (ultrawide) + 5 MP (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
SIMDual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Weight183 g (6.46 oz)
ModelSamsung SM-A207F (Galaxy A20s)
ProcessorQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450
Battery4000 mAh
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11
ColorsBlack, Blue, Red
Dimensions163.3 x 77.5 x 8 mm

Summary

Basics Overview

Important Pre-Use Guidelines

Important guidelines and precautions before using the device for safety and proper operation.

Understanding Instructional Icons

Explanation of symbols used in the manual to convey warnings, cautions, and notices.

Device Overheating

Heats Up While Charging

Guidance on what to do when the device becomes hot during battery charging.

Heats Up During Use

Reasons and solutions for the device heating up during normal operation and usage.

Device Components and Packaging

Package Contents

List and description of items included in the device packaging.

Device Layout Diagram

Diagrams identifying key physical components on the front and back of the device.

Hard Key Functions

Explanation of the function of physical buttons like Power and Volume keys.

Battery Management

Charging the Battery

Instructions and precautions for charging the device's battery safely and effectively.

Conserving Battery Power

Tips and settings to conserve battery power and extend usage time.

Battery Charging Precautions

Essential advice and warnings for optimal and safe battery charging practices.

SIM/USIM Card Installation

Installing the SIM/USIM Card

Step-by-step guide for inserting a nano-SIM or USIM card into the device.

Dual SIM Card Management

Instructions for activating and managing multiple SIM cards in the device.

Memory Card Usage

Installing a Memory Card

Guide on how to install a microSD card for expanded storage.

Removing and Formatting Memory Card

Steps to safely remove and format a memory card in the device.

Device Power Operations

Turning Device On/Off

Instructions on how to power the device on, turn it off, and restart it.

Restarting the Device

How to restart the device to resolve minor software issues or improve performance.

Emergency Mode Activation

How to activate and deactivate emergency mode for battery saving and critical alerts.

Initial Device Setup Process

Samsung Account Management

Creating and Signing Into Account

Instructions on creating a new Samsung account and signing into an existing one.

Account ID and Password Recovery

How to retrieve a forgotten Samsung account ID or reset the password.

Removing Your Samsung Account

Steps to remove a Samsung account from the device and its implications.

Smart Switch Data Transfer

Wireless Data Transfer

Guide to transferring data wirelessly from an old device to the new one.

External Storage Backup/Restore

How to back up and restore data using external storage like microSD cards.

Computer Data Transfer via Smart Switch

Instructions for transferring data between the device and a computer using Smart Switch.

Screen Interaction Basics

Touchscreen Operation Guidelines

Precautions and tips for using the device's touchscreen safely and effectively.

Basic Touchscreen Gestures

Explanation of basic touchscreen gestures like tapping, holding, and dragging.

Advanced Touchscreen Gestures

Details on swiping, spreading, and pinching gestures used on the touchscreen.

Navigation Bar and Gestures

Hiding the Navigation Bar

How to hide the navigation bar and use gesture navigation instead.

Home and Apps Screen Navigation

Switching Between Home and Apps Screens

How to navigate between the Home screen and the Apps screen.

Screen Rotation and Item Movement

How to rotate the screen and move icons or shortcuts on the Home screen.

Creating and Managing App Folders

Steps to create, add apps to, move, and delete folders on the Home screen.

Editing and Customizing the Home Screen

How to customize wallpapers, themes, widgets, and panels on the Home screen.

All Apps Display and Indicator Icons

Configuring the Home screen to show all apps and understanding status bar icons.

Lock Screen Functionality

Changing Screen Lock Methods

How to set up and change screen lock methods like swipe, PIN, pattern, or biometrics.

Capturing Screenshots

How to take a screenshot of the device's screen and where it's saved.

Notification Panel Operations

Notification Panel Features

Using the notification panel to view details, clear notifications, and access quick settings.

Quick Settings Button Usage

How to activate, change settings, and rearrange quick settings buttons in the notification panel.

Text Input and Keyboard

Keyboard Layout and Language

Understanding the keyboard layout and how to change the input language.

Changing Keyboard Type

How to select different keyboard types for text input.

Additional Keyboard Functions

Exploring features like word suggestions, emoticons, stickers, and voice input.

Copying and Pasting Text

Step-by-step guide for copying and pasting text on the device.

App Management

Installing and Uninstalling Apps

How to download, install, and uninstall applications from Galaxy Store and Play Store.

App Management and Permissions

How to uninstall, disable, enable apps, and manage app permissions.

Finder Search Functionality

Phone Call Operations

Making Standard Calls

Instructions on how to make voice and video calls using the Phone app.

Calls via Logs and Speed Dial

How to make calls from call history and set up speed dial numbers.

Call Handling and International Dialing

How to make calls from the locked screen, international calls, and handle incoming calls.

Blocking Numbers and In-Call Options

How to block unwanted callers and use options during a voice call.

Video Call Features and Contact Management

Features during video calls and how to add phone numbers to contacts.

Contacts Management

Creating a New Contact

Step-by-step guide to creating and saving new contacts on the device.

Importing Contacts

How to import contacts from other storage locations into the device.

Contact Syncing and Searching

How to sync contacts with web accounts and search for contacts efficiently.

Sharing Contacts and Profile Information

How to share contact information and save/share your profile.

Contact Groups, Messaging, and Merging

How to create groups, send group messages, merge duplicates, and delete contacts.

Messaging Operations

Sending Messages

Instructions for sending text messages and voice messages.

Message Viewing, Blocking, and Notifications

How to view, block messages, and configure message notification settings.

Deleting Messages

How to delete individual or multiple messages from the device.

Internet Browsing

Accessing Webpages

Steps to access and browse websites using the device's internet browser.

Using Secret Mode in Browser

How to activate and use the secret mode for private browsing and managing tabs.

Secret Mode Security and Deactivation

How to change security settings in secret mode and how to deactivate it.

Camera Functions

Camera Etiquette and Launching

Guidelines for responsible camera use and methods to launch the camera app.

Taking Photos with the Camera

Instructions on focusing, adjusting brightness, and capturing photos with the camera.

Focus, Exposure, Lens Selection

How to lock focus/exposure and choose between different camera lenses for shooting.

Camera Shooting Modes and Selfies

How to use different shooting modes, including taking selfies with the front camera.

Camera Filters, Video, and Live Focus

Using filters, recording videos, and applying live focus effects for photos.

Live Focus Portraits and Pro Mode

How to use Live focus for portraits and adjust settings in Pro mode.

Panorama Mode and Camera Settings

How to capture panorama shots and customize various camera settings.

Detailed Camera Settings and Features

Configuring picture and video settings, and useful camera features like grid lines and location tags.

Quick Launch and Other Camera Settings

Quick launch feature, resetting camera settings, and contacting support.

Gallery App Usage

Viewing Images

How to view images stored in the device's gallery.

Image Selection and Gallery Search

How to select images, modify them, and search for images within the gallery.

Viewing and Playing Videos

How to play videos, control playback, and adjust settings like brightness and volume.

Image/Video Details and Categorization

Viewing file details, people info, location, and organizing media by category.

Albums, Stories, and Hiding Albums

How to view albums, hide albums, view stories, and create new stories.

Deleting Media and Using Recycle Bin

How to delete stories, images, videos, and use the recycle bin feature.

Multi Window Functionality

Multi Window Overview

Overview of running multiple apps simultaneously in split screen or pop-up view.

Split Screen View and Window Sizing

How to use split screen view and adjust the size of app windows.

Pop-up View Usage

How to use the pop-up view for apps and its control options.

Samsung Members App Features

Samsung Notes App

Creating and Deleting Notes

How to create new notes, add content, and delete existing notes.

Calendar App Functions

Creating Calendar Events

How to create and save calendar events, set reminders, and manage schedules.

Event Details, Reminders, and Syncing

Entering event details, creating reminders, and syncing calendar events with accounts.

Voice Recorder App

Recording and Saving Voice Memos

How to record, pause, bookmark, and save voice memos using the Voice Recorder app.

My Files App Operations

Clock App Functions

Setting and Managing Alarms

How to set, stop, and delete alarms using the Clock app.

World Clock, Stopwatch, and Timer

How to use World Clock, Stopwatch, and Timer functions in the Clock app.

Calculator App Usage

Radio App Operations

Listening to FM Radio

How to listen to FM radio, scan stations, and use radio features.

Radio Speaker Playback and Station Scanning

How to play radio through the speaker and scan for radio stations.

Content Sharing

Google Apps Integration

Key Google Apps Overview

Brief descriptions of core Google apps for browsing, communication, navigation, and media.

Additional Google Apps

Descriptions of Google apps for cloud storage, video, photos, search, and video calls.

Device Settings

Connections Overview

How to customize device settings and manage network connections like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Data Usage, SIM, Hotspot, and Wi-Fi

Managing data usage, SIM cards, mobile hotspot, and connecting to Wi-Fi networks.

Wi-Fi Direct Connectivity

How to use Wi-Fi Direct for direct device connection and data sharing.

Bluetooth Device Pairing

How to pair and connect the device with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

Bluetooth Data Transfer and Data Saver

Sharing data via Bluetooth, unpairing devices, and activating data saver.

Mobile Data Apps and SIM Management

Configuring apps for mobile data only and managing dual SIM card settings.

Mobile Hotspot and Tethering

How to use the device as a mobile hotspot to share its internet connection.

Advanced Connection Settings and Printing

Configuring nearby device scanning, VPN, DNS, and adding printer plug-ins.

Sounds and Vibration Settings

How to adjust sound modes, ringtones, notification sounds, and volume.

Dolby Atmos Audio and Notifications

Configuring Dolby Atmos for surround sound and managing notification settings.

Display Settings and Brightness

Adjusting brightness, adaptive brightness, night mode, font, zoom, full screen apps, and screen timeout.

Screensavers and Wallpapers/Themes

Setting up screensavers and changing wallpapers and themes on the device.

Lock Screen and Smart Lock

Lock Screen Options

Configuring screen lock types, clock styles, and using Smart Lock for auto-unlock.

Biometrics and Security Configuration

Configuring face recognition, fingerprints, Google Play Protect, and security updates.

Face Recognition Setup

How to set up and use face recognition for unlocking the device.

Registering Your Face for Unlock

Step-by-step guide for registering your face for device unlock.

Face Data Management and Unlocking

How to delete registered face data and unlock the device using face recognition.

Fingerprint Recognition

Optimizing Fingerprint Recognition

Tips for better fingerprint recognition and how to register your fingerprints.

Checking and Registering Fingerprints

How to check if fingerprints are registered and verify them on the sensor.

Fingerprint Data Management

How to delete registered fingerprints and unlock the device using them.

Accounts and Backup Options

Account and Backup Settings

Managing Samsung Cloud, Smart Switch, and signing into accounts for sync and backup.

Samsung Cloud Data Syncing

How to sync, back up, and restore data using Samsung Cloud.

Backing Up and Restoring Data

Steps to back up and restore device data to and from Samsung Cloud.

Google Services Integration

Advanced Features

Feature Configuration Overview

Activating and configuring advanced features like pop-up view, direct share, and SOS messages.

Motions, Gestures, and Dual Messenger

Using motions and gestures, and setting up Dual Messenger for multiple accounts.

Digital Wellbeing Features

Usage Tracking and App Timers

Monitoring device usage, setting timers for apps, and managing digital wellbeing.

Activating Wind Down Mode

How to activate wind down mode to reduce eye strain and improve sleep.

Device Care Overview

Device Optimization and Battery Power Modes

Optimizing device performance, auto-optimization, and managing battery power modes.

Adaptive Power Saving and Memory Management

Using adaptive power saving, managing app battery usage, and cleaning memory.

Device Security and Ultra Data Saving

Scanning for malware, reducing mobile data usage with ultra data saving.

App Settings Management

General Device Management

System Settings and Reset Options

Customizing language, date/time, contacting support, and resetting device settings.

Language and Accessibility Settings

Adding new languages and configuring accessibility settings for improved usability.

Software Update Procedure

How to update the device's software via FOTA and manage update settings.

User Manual and Device Information

Accessing the user manual and viewing device information like status and legal details.

Appendix and Troubleshooting

Common Troubleshooting Solutions

Solutions for common device issues like code prompts, network errors, and power problems.

Touchscreen, Freezing, and Device Reset

Troubleshooting touchscreen issues, device freezes, and performing a factory data reset.

Call and Network Connectivity Troubleshooting

Resolving problems with calls, audio quality, network connectivity, and battery charging.

Battery, Camera, and Multimedia File Issues

Troubleshooting battery drain, camera errors, photo quality, and multimedia file playback.

Bluetooth, Computer Connection, and Location Troubleshooting

Resolving Bluetooth problems, computer connection issues, and GPS location finding.

Data Loss, UI, and Storage Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting data loss, physical gaps, storage space, home button, and brightness bar issues.

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