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Table of Contents Help Getting started Entering text Device layout Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Buttons Setting up accounts S Pen Transferring files Package contents Securing the device Charging the battery Upgrading the device Inserting a memory card Turning the device on and off Holding the device Communication Locking and unlocking the device...
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Travel & local YouTube Maps Flipboard 100 Local 101 Navigation Application & media stores Play Store Settings Samsung Apps 102 About Settings Game Hub 102 Wi-Fi Music Hub 103 Bluetooth Play Books 103 Data usage Play Movies 103 More settings...
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Table of Contents 113 Motion 113 S Pen 114 Accessory 114 Date and time 115 Accessibility 116 Developer options 117 About device Troubleshooting...
Getting started Device layout Front camera Microphone Light sensor Power button Volume button Touch screen IrLED Home button Back button Menu button Multipurpose jack Headset jack GPS antenna Rear camera Memory card slot S Pen Speaker Speaker...
Getting started Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Perform advanced S Pen actions. (p. 25) Package contents Check the product box for the following items: Device Quick start guide Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty.
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
Getting started After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power.
Getting started Inserting a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.
Getting started Turning the device on and off When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device. Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Getting started Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction.
Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. Icon Meaning Wi-Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS activated Synced with the web Connected to computer Alarm activated Silent mode activated...
Basics Using the touch screen Use only fingers or the S Pen to use the touch screen. 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 contact water.
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Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
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Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation.
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Basics Sweeping Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.
Basics Page Buddy Use this feature to use specific applications based on your actions. Pages related to your actions appear in the following conditions: When you pull out the S Pen from the slot. When you connect a headset or dock to the device. Activating Multi Window Use this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time.
Basics Launching Multi Window applications While using an application, tap to switch to Multi Window mode or open the Multi Window panel and select an application. To move an application to another location, tap and hold the application’s title and drag it to a new location.
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The tip of the S Pen is not replaceable. If the tip gets dull, purchase a new S Pen. If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. Refer to the Samsung website for more information about the S Pen.
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Basics Undoing the last action With the S Pen button pressed, draw to undo the last action. Capturing screenshots With the S Pen button pressed, touch the screen until you hear a click. A screenshot is saved in the Gallery Screenshots folder.
With the S Pen button pressed, drag left or right on the text to select. If you drag between lines, you may select unwanted text. To select only the text you intend, drag across the middle of the text or drag the text selection icons. Samsung UserManual a...
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Basics Launching Quick Command With the S Pen button pressed, drag the S Pen up the screen to launch Quick Command. On the Quick Command screen, draw a gesture command to launch the assigned application or feature. Selecting and capturing an image With the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it.
Basics S Pen Air View When you hold the S Pen near the screen, a pointer appears on the screen. Move the pointer to files, subjects, or options to preview the contents or view information in pop-up windows. You can scroll through panels or lists by moving the pointer to an edge (top/bottom/left/ right) of the screen.
Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.
Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Changing the Home screen mode The Home screen has basic and easy modes.
Basics Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release it. Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Edit page Moving a panel Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics Using widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen. Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges.
OK. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap Save to save the arrangement. Rearranging panels Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications.
Tap Help on the Applications screen. Select an item to view tips. Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.
Basics Using the Samsung keyboard Set options for the Samsung Delete a preceding character. keyboard. Break to the next line. Enter uppercase. Enter uppercase. Enter punctuation marks. Add an item from the clipboard. Enter a space. Entering uppercase before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice.
Basics Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak. If the device does not recognise your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list. To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language.
Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device.
Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
Basics Connecting with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and sync music files. Connecting as a media device Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device Media device (MTP).
Basics Setting a face and voice unlock On the Applications screen, tap Settings Lock screen Screen lock Face and voice. Fit your face in the frame to be captured and then set a voice command. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock the screen in case the face and voice unlock fails. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings Lock screen...
Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software.
Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Creating a contact and enter contact information. : Add an image. : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact...
Merge with Samsung. Contacts synced with Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list. If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from Samsung Contacts, and vice versa. Importing contacts Import/Export Import from SD card or Import from USB storage.
Communication Favourite contacts Tap Contacts Favourites. , and then take one of the following actions: Search: Search for contacts. Add to Favourites: Add contacts to favourites. Remove from Favourites: Remove contacts from favourites. Grid view / List view: View contacts in grid or list form. Contact groups Tap Contacts Groups.
Communication Business card Create a business card and send it to others. Tap Set up my profile, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal address, and then tap Save. If user information has been saved when you set up the device, select the business card in ME, and then tap to edit.
Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap . Set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.
Communication Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap , and then select the label to assign. Talk Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk.
Communication Switching between chats Scroll left or right. Deleting chat history Chats are automatically saved. To delete chat history, tap Clear chat history. Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. Tap Google+ on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create the buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts, or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions.
Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. Opening a new page To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
Web & network History History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap Clear history. History Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved webpages, tap Downloads.
Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.
Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings Bluetooth Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto-generated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth.
To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To get more details, tap FAQ.
Web & network Managing contents on a web storage server Select a web storage server, and then view and manage your files. Group Play Use this application to share images, documents, and music with other devices that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Tap Group Play on the Applications screen.
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Web & network Setting the device as a remote control for a TV Select a region next to Set Up Smart Remote Now, tap Choose Brand, and then tap the brand of the TV. Tap Test Power On/Off Done. To connect additional devices, tap Add New Device. When you are finished, you can control the TV remotely with the device.
Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play.
Media Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs. New playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Select songs to include, and then tap Done. To add the currently-playing song to a playlist, tap Add to playlist. Playing music by mood Play music grouped by mood.
Media Taking photos Taking a photo Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap to take the photo. Use this for delayed-time shots. Indicates which storage Switch between the is in use.
Media Sunset: Use this setting for richer colours and sharper contrasts. Dawn: Use this setting for very subtle colours. Autumn colour: Use this setting for red-shifted background scenery. Text: Use this setting for books or posters. Candlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background. Backlight: Use this setting for subjects with bright lights behind them.
Media Taking videos Taking a video Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap to take a video. To stop recording, tap The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution. Recording mode Use this for delayed-time shots.
Media to change recording mode. Normal: Use this mode for normal quality. Limit for Email: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via email. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.
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Media Configuring settings for Camera to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used. Edit shortcuts: Reorganise shortcuts to frequently-used options. Use the volume key as: Set to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function.
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Media White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film- camera equivalents.
Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. Some files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders.
Buddy photo share: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image. Print: Print via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. Rename: Rename the file. Scan for nearby devices: Search for devices that have media sharing activated.
Media Deleting images Use one of the following methods: In a folder, tap Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap . When viewing an image, tap . Sharing images Use one of the following methods: In a folder, tap Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them to others.
Media Using Tag Buddy When viewing an image, tap Tag buddy to display a contextual tag (weather, location, date, and person’s name) when opening an image. Paper Artist Use this application to make images look like illustrations with fun effects or frames. Tap Paper Artist on the Applications screen.
Media PS Touch Use this application to embellish photos with the core features of Adobe Photoshop, such as layers, selection tools, adjustments, filters, and more. Tap PS Touch on the Applications screen. To open a project, select one of the following: : Add a blank layer.
Media Video Player Use this application to play video files. Tap Video Player on the Applications screen. Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts is lost.
Media Deleting videos Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete. Sharing videos Share via, select a sharing method, select videos by ticking, and then tap Share. Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player.
Media Watching videos , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen. Add the video to the playlist. Switch to Multi Window mode. Search for videos.
Media Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To start your Flipboard, flick left on the greeting page, tap Get Started, select news topics, and then tap Build Your Flipboard.
Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow the on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them.
Application & media stores Music Hub Use this application to listen to songs on the device or the web server provided by Music Hub, and purchase songs. If you subscribe to the Music Hub premium service, you can enjoy customisable services, such as recommended songs or artists, unlimited song streaming, and personal radio stations.
Application & media stores Play Books Use this application to read and download book files. Tap Play Books on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a book file by scrolling left or right. While reading a book file, tap to access additional options.
Application & media stores Readers Hub Use this application to download and read book files. Tap Readers Hub on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a book to read. To download book files, go to the Readers Hub Store. Video Hub Use this application to access and purchase videos.
Utilities S Note Use this application to create a note using images and voice recordings. Tap S Note on the Applications screen. The S Pen can be used to open S Note. Double-tap the screen with the S Pen button pressed. Selecting note templates and select one of the following templates: Note / Idea note / Memo: Create a simple note from an empty page.
Utilities Composing notes Undo and redo the last action. Erase the note. Compose a new note. Enter a note. Save the note. Use productivity tools. Switch to Multi Window mode. Jot down or draw a note. Hide the toolbar. Search for information about the handwritten keyword on a preset webpage.
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Utilities Change the pen type. Change the thickness. Change the pen colour. Open the preset pen profiles. Save the current setting as a pen profile. To change the sheet background, tap Change background. To add tags, tap Add tag. Inserting multimedia files or a voice recording to insert multimedia files.
Utilities Browsing notes Browse note thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To sync notes with the Samsung account, tap Refresh. To sort notes by date, title, or others, tap Sort by. To change the view mode, tap List view. To create a note by importing a PDF, image file, or note, tap Import.
Utilities aNote HD Use this application to create a note. Tap aNote HD on the Applications screen. Composing notes to compose a note. To add a quick memo, tap Move to the previous screen. Set a priority. Select a folder to save. Add a tag to the memo.
Utilities Viewing a note Tap the note to open it. To move to other notes, tap or . To change note settings, tap To insert an image, location, or handwritten memo, tap . To delete the note, tap . To lock the note so that others cannot edit it, tap S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks.
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Utilities Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place. Attach a map showing the location of the event.
Utilities Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings Google under Accounts a Google account Sync Calendar Sync now. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap S Planner Sync. To display synced event or task, tap Settings View settings Calendars...
Utilities Polaris Office Use this application to edit documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations. Tap Polaris Office on the Applications screen. Some functions may not be available, depending on the file type. Create a document. Switch to Multi Window mode. Scroll up or down to view recent documents.
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View Comment: View comments in the document. TTS: Read the document via the text-to-speech feature. Print: Print the document via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. PowerPoint Slide Show: Start a slideshow.
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Filter: View cells filtered by specific criteria. Zoom: Change the view size. Print: Print the document via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. Text Save as: Save the document with a different name.
Utilities Dropbox Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computers that have Dropbox installed. Tap Dropbox on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Utilities Setting alarms set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset time.
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen rotation is disabled, tap Scientific calculator. To see calculation history, tap to hide the keypad.
Utilities Google Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well. Tap Google on the Applications screen. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages by speaking. Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications. Tap Downloads on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To see the files downloaded from the Internet, tap Internet downloads, otherwise, tap Other downloads to see the files downloaded from other applications, such as Email.
Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Tap Search Maps, enter an address, and then tap .
Travel & local Getting directions for a destination , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: My current location: Use current location for starting location. Contacts: Select from the contacts list. Point on map: Pinpoint by tapping on the map. My Places: Select from the list of favourite places.
Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. Navigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving.
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap Advanced: Customise Wi-Fi settings.
Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount. More settings Customise settings to control connections with other devices or networks.
Upload from other devices: Set to accept uploads from other devices. AllShare Cast Activate the AllShare Cast feature and share your display with others. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network. Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (basic or easy). Blocking mode...
Settings Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. Volume: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. Vibration intensity: Adjust the force of the vibration notification. Default notifications: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and alarms.
Settings Screen mode: Select a display mode. – Dynamic: Use this mode to make the display tone more vivid. – Standard: Use this mode for normal surroundings. – Movie: Use this mode for dim surroundings, such as in a dark room. Reading mode: Select which applications will use reading mode.
Settings Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. Screen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. Turn off haptic feedback: Set the device to turn off the vibration when touching keys. Learn about Power saving mode: Discover how to reduce battery consumption.
Settings Lock screen Change settings for securing the device. Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. Lock screen options: Change the settings for the locked screen. These settings are applied only when you set the swipe lock option. – Shortcuts: Set to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Remote controls: Set to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account. – Use wireless networks: Set to allow location data collection and to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi.
Settings Device administrators: View device administrators installed on the device. You can allow device administrators to apply new policies to the device. Unknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store. Trusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various applications.
– Key-tap vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. – Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
Driving mode: Activate driving mode to set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in driving mode. Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage.
Settings Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. Back up my data: Set to back up settings and application data to the Google server. Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. Automatic restore: Set to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device.
Settings Battery saving: Set the screen not to respond when inserting or removing the S Pen. Air view: Set to show the S Pen pointer when the S Pen is hovering over the screen. Sound and haptic feedback: Set the device to sound and vibrate when hovering over files, subjects, or options.
Settings Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alert the following settings to improve accessibility to the device. Auto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight.
Settings Developer options Change the settings for application development. Desktop backup password: Set a password to secure your backup data. Stay awake: Set the screen to remain on while you are charging the battery. Protect SD card: Set to request a confirmation when reading data from a memory card. USB debugging: Activate USB debugging mode to connect your device to a computer with a USB cable.
Settings Force GPU rendering: Set to use 2D hardware acceleration to improve graphic performance. Strict mode: Set the device to flash the screen when applications perform long operations. Show CPU usage: Set to list all active processes. Profile GPU rendering: Set to check the time of GPU rendering time. Enable traces: Set to capture traces of application and system performance.
Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality.
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Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
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If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. Ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region or service provider. www.samsung.com English (EU). 01/2013. Rev. 1.0...
FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.