Samsung T769 Galaxy S Blaze. Wireless and Networks

Section 12: Changing Your Settings
This section explains the sound and phone settings for your
device. It includes such settings as: display, security, memory, and
any extra settings associated with your phone.
Wireless and Networks
Activating Wi-Fi
1.
and then tap
(Settings) ➔
Wireless and network.
2.
Tap Airplane mode. A check mark displayed next to the
feature indicates Airplane mode is active.
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Tap Wi-Fi. A check mark displayed indicates Wi-Fi is
Once set up for Wi-Fi connectivity, your phone automatically uses
Wi-Fi, when available, for all your mobile phone services.
1.
➔
(Settings) ➔
Wi-Fi settings
Important!: When your phone is in Airplane mode, it cannot send or receive
any calls or access online information or applications.
Press
and then tap
active.
Airplane mode (Flight mode) allows you to use many of your
phone’s features, such as Camera, Games, and more, when you
are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving
calls or data is prohibited.
1.
➔
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings.
2.
Using Airplane mode
Press
Press
➔
and then tap
(Settings) ➔
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings.
2.
Configure the settings as desired.
The available connection types displayed with a security type
displayed next to them.
Network Notification
By default, when Wi-Fi is on, you receive notifications in the
Status bar anytime your phone detects an available Wi-Fi
network. You can deactivate this feature if you do not want to
receive notifications.
1.
Press
➔
and then tap
Tap Network notification. A check mark displayed next to
the feature indicates Network notification is active.
3.
1.
Tap Network notification again to remove the check mark
The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button is a standard for easy
and secure wireless network set up and connections. To use
WPS, the connecting device must support WPS and be
compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security. WPS can
automatically set up a random network name and WPA wireless
security for wireless Wi-Fi phones, routers, access points,
computers, adapters, and other electronic devices.
➔
and then tap
(Settings) ➔
2.
Tap WPS button connection.
3.
Press the WPS button on your Wi-Fi access point within 2
minutes.
Manually Adding a Wi-Fi Network
1.
Press
➔
and then tap
(Settings) ➔
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings.
and deactivate this feature.
WPS Button Connection
Press
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings.
(Settings) ➔
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings.
2.
WPS allows you to push buttons instead of entering a network
name and wireless security PIN.
2.
Tap Wi-Fi to turn it on.
3.
Tap Add Wi-Fi network.
4.
Enter the SSID (Service Set Identifier) and Security settings
then tap Save.
Note: An SSID is a unique key which identifies a wireless LAN. Its purpose is
to stop other wireless equipment from accessing your LAN — whether
accidentally or intentionally. To communicate, wireless devices must
be configured with the same SSID.
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Wi-Fi Direct Settings
5.
You can configure your device to connect directly with other Wi-Fi
capable devices. This is an easy way to transfer data between
devices. These devices must be enabled for
Wi-Fi direct communication. This connection is direct and not via
a hotspot or WAP.
Note: Activating this feature will disconnect your current Wi-Fi network
connection.
1.
Press
➔
and then tap
(Settings) ➔
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi Direct settings.
2.
search for other devices enabled with Wi-Fi direct
connections.
3.
After scan, tap a device name to begin the connection
process to another Wi-Fi Direct compatible device.
Note: The target device must also have Wi-Fi Direct service active and
running before it can be detected by your device.
4.
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status field now reads “Connected” and your connected
device is listed within the Wi-Fi Direct devices listing.
Wi-Fi Calling
You can configure your device to make and receive calls over an
active Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for
coverage issues in and around the home or wherever cellular
coverage is limited. Minutes used while connected to the Wi-Fi
network count against available rate plan minutes. For more
information, refer to “Wi-Fi Calling” on page 66.
1.
Tap Wi-Fi Direct. A check mark displayed next to the
feature indicating it is enabled. Your phone will begin to
Tap Connect. The direct connection is then established.
When prompted to complete the connection, tap OK. The
Ensure that the Wi-Fi connected icon displays on the
status bar.
2.
Press
➔
and then tap
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi Calling.
(Settings) ➔
Wi-Fi Calling Settings
• Setting your device’s visibility (or “discoverability”) for other Bluetooth
Important!: A new ISIM card must be installed within the device prior to using
this feature. Wi-Fi must first be active and communicating prior
to launching Wi-Fi Calling.
• Displaying your device’s Bluetooth address
devices
1.
Press
➔
and then tap
(Settings) ➔
Activating Bluetooth
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of the Wi-Fi Calling feature:
(Settings) ➔
Note: Bluetooth must be enabled prior to use.
Activating the Device Name
1.
Press
➔
and then tap
(Settings) ➔
Wireless and network ➔ Bluetooth settings ➔ Device name.
The assigned device name displays.
2.
Press
to erase the current device name and enter a
new name for this device using the keyboard.
Bluetooth settings
The Bluetooth settings menu allows you to set up many of the
and then tap
Bluetooth to turn it on.
Tap Connection Preferences and select a preference for use
• Wi-Fi Preferred: Wi-Fi network is preferred over cellular network
when making calls. Calling requires you to stay in the Wi-Fi range.
• Wi-Fi Only: Wi-Fi network is required for making calls. Calling
requires you to stay in the Wi-Fi range.
• Cellular Preferred: The cellular network is preferred over a Wi-Fi
network when making calls.
3. Tap OK to save the setting.
➔
Wireless and network ➔ Bluetooth settings and tap
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi Calling Settings.
2.
Press
3.
Tap OK to confirm your setting.
characteristics of your device’s Bluetooth service, including:
• Entering or changing the name your device uses for Bluetooth
communication and description
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