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  • Page 1 SM-T531 User Manual www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software.
  • Page 3 No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
  • Page 4 About this manual Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Protected Setup , Wi-Fi Direct , Wi-Fi CERTIFIED , and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Setting up accounts Getting started Transferring files Device layout Securing the device Buttons Upgrading the device Package contents Installing the SIM or USIM card Charging the battery Communication Inserting a memory card Phone Turning the device on and off Contacts Holding the device Messages...
  • Page 6 Gallery Travel & local Video Maps YouTube Settings Application & media stores About Settings Play Store Connections Samsung Apps Device Play Books 105 Controls Play Movies & TV 108 General Play Music 112 Google Settings Play Games Play Newsstand Troubleshooting...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Volume button Power button Front camera Speaker Touch screen Recent apps button Home button Back button SIM card slot Memory card slot Main antenna Headset jack Rear camera Speaker GPS antenna Microphone Multipurpose jack...

  • Page 8: Buttons

    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.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    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.

  • Page 10: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card

    SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
  • Page 12 If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
  • Page 13 Getting started Checking the battery charge status When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current battery charge status: Charging Fully charged Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.

  • Page 14: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Inserting a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 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.

  • Page 15: Removing The Memory Card

    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.

  • Page 16: Turning The Device On And Off

    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.

  • Page 17: Locking And Unlocking The Device

    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.

  • Page 18: Basics

    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 No signal Signal strength Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected...

  • Page 19: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Icon Meaning Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers 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.

  • Page 20: Finger Gestures

    Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
  • Page 21 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 or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 22 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.

  • Page 23: Rotating The Screen

    Basics Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation. To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation.
  • Page 24 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.

  • Page 25: Using Multi Window

    Basics Using Multi Window Use this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time. Only applications on the Multi Window tray can run. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To use Multi Window, on the Home screen, tap Settings Device...
  • Page 26 Basics Tap and hold an application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to the screen. Release the application icon when the screen turns blue. Tap and hold another application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to a new location.
  • Page 27 Basics Sharing content between applications You can easily share content between applications, such as Email and Internet, by dragging and dropping them. Some applications may not support this feature. Launch Email and Internet in a split screen Multi Window. Access the Multi Window options Tap the circle between the application windows, and then tap Tap the circle between application windows to access the following options:...

  • Page 28: Notifications

    Basics Tap and hold an item in the Internet window and drag it to a location in the Email window. Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel.

  • Page 29: Home Screen

    Basics Multi window: Set the device to use Multi Window. Wi-Fi hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature. Screen Mirroring: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature. Sync: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. Smart stay: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature. Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.

  • Page 30: Setting Wallpaper

    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 the item. Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Pinch on the screen and tap Moving a panel Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

  • Page 31: Using Widgets

    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.
  • Page 32 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. Uninstalling applications Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it.

  • Page 33: Using Applications

    Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Some applications are grouped into folders. Tap a folder, and then tap an application to open it.

  • Page 34: Entering Text

    Basics 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. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use.
  • Page 35 Basics Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered.

  • Page 36: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 94) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries.

  • Page 37: Setting Up Accounts

    Basics 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. Adding accounts Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to set up a Google account.

  • Page 38: Transferring Files

    Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Transfer files between your device and the computer.

  • Page 39: Securing The Device

    Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings Device Lock screen Screen lock...

  • Page 40: Unlocking The Device

    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.

  • Page 41: Communication

    Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: Phone: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . Groups: Make a call from the list of contact groups. Favourites: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts.

  • Page 42: Making An International Call

    Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap .

  • Page 43: Adding Contacts

    Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Sending a message Send message to send a message to the number on display. Fixed dialling number The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes.

  • Page 44: Receiving Calls

    Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be answered. When the second call is answered, the first call is put on hold. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
  • Page 45 Communication Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap During a video call : Switch between the front and rear camera. : Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device. Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.
  • Page 46 Communication Tap your image to access the following options: Hide me: Hide your image from the other party. Outgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images. Listening to a voice message Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider.

  • Page 47: Contacts

    Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap 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...

  • Page 48: Importing And Exporting Contacts

    Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung Merge accounts Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts Settings...

  • Page 49: Exporting Contacts

    Communication Exporting contacts Settings Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts Share namecard via Multiple contacts, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Favourites. to add contacts to favourites. Tap , and then take one of the following actions: Search: Search for contacts.
  • Page 50 Communication Managing groups Tap , and then take one of the following actions: Search: Search for contacts. Delete groups: Select user-added groups, and then tap Done. Default groups cannot be deleted. Edit: Change the group settings. Add member: Add members to the group. Remove member: Remove members from the group.

  • Page 51: Messages

    Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients:...

  • Page 52: Email

    Communication Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Enter the email address and password. Tap for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account.
  • Page 53 Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, 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.

  • Page 54: Google Mail

    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.

  • Page 55: Hangouts

    Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. Select a label in ALL LABELS to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap Change labels, and then select the label to assign.

  • Page 56: Photos

    Communication Photos Use this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services. Tap Photos on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select one of the following categories: CAMERA: View all the images or videos that are taken or downloaded to the device.

  • Page 57: Web & Network

    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. Tap to access additional options while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address.
  • Page 58 Web & network Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap To open a bookmarked webpage, tap , and then select one. History History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap Saved pages To view saved webpages, tap Saved pages.

  • Page 59: Chrome

    Web & network Chrome Use this application to search for information and browse webpages. Tap Chrome on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a new page New tab.

  • Page 60: Bluetooth

    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.

  • Page 61: Screen Mirroring

    Web & network Screen Mirroring Use this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or HomeSync and then share your contents. You can also use this feature with other devices that support the Wi-Fi Miracast feature. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 62: Media

    Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen. Search for other devices to Access additional options.

  • Page 63: Creating Playlists

    Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Settings Player Smart Volume. When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing.

  • Page 64: Camera

    Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 69) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. The camera automatically shuts off when unused. Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.

  • Page 65: Shooting Mode

    Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. Auto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.
  • Page 66 Media Taking videos Taking a video Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap Manual focus is not available in video mode. The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution. Recording mode Display current mode.

  • Page 67: Zooming In And Out

    Media 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. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video.
  • Page 68 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. Photo size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.

  • Page 69: Gallery

    Media Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. Contextual filename: Set the camera to display contextual tags. Activate this to use Tag Buddy in Gallery. Save as flipped: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene. Storage: Select the memory location for storage.
  • Page 70 Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in an image: Double-tap anywhere to zoom in. Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to return. Playing videos Video files show the icon on the preview.

  • Page 71: Deleting Images

    Media Rotate right: Rotate clockwise. Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it. Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or a contact image. Details: View image details. Settings: Change the Gallery settings. Favourite images When viewing an image, tap Favourite to add the image to the favourites list.
  • Page 72 Media Tagging faces When viewing an image, tap Settings Tags, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages.

  • Page 73: Video

    Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. Playing videos Select a video to play. Search for other devices to play the file. Switch to floating screen Adjust the volume. mode. Access additional options. Move forwards or Skip to the next video.

  • Page 74: Youtube

    Media Sharing videos Share via, select videos, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. 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. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it.

  • Page 75: Application & Media Stores

    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.

  • Page 76: Samsung Apps

    Application & media stores Samsung Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit apps.samsung.com . Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 77: Play Movies & Tv

    Application & media stores Play Movies & TV Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies & TV on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service.

  • Page 78: Utilities

    Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Adding and managing categories Create categories to sort and manage your memos. To add a new category, tap Add category, enter a category name, and then tap OK.
  • Page 79 Utilities Browsing memos Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To search for a memo, tap To send a memo to others, tap Select, select a memo, and then tap . To print memos by connecting the device to a printer, tap Select, select memos, and then tap .

  • Page 80: S Planner

    Utilities S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen. Creating events or tasks , and then use one of the following methods: Event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting. Task: Enter a task with an optional priority setting.
  • Page 81 Utilities Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings General Accounts Google under MY ACCOUNTS, select the Google account, and then tick Sync Calendar. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap S Planner Sync. To display synced events or tasks, tap Calendars, and then tick the Google account.

  • Page 82: Dropbox

    To open files in the favourites list, tap Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings General Cloud.

  • Page 83: Drive

    Utilities Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup or Restore to back up or restore data with your Samsung account. Syncing with Dropbox Tap Link Dropbox account, and then enter the Dropbox account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

  • Page 84: Reading Documents

    Utilities Searching documents Tap Open to browse a document. While browsing a document, use one of the following options: : Create a folder. : Retrieve new documents. : Sort documents and folders. : Change the view mode. : Select documents or folders. To search for recently-used documents, tap Recent Documents.
  • Page 85 Utilities Presentation Find: Search for text. Zoom: Change the view size. Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author. Slide Show: Start a slideshow from the first page. From Current Slide: Start a slideshow from the current page. Show Presenter View: Display presentation tools on the device when it is connected to an external monitor.

  • Page 86: Alarm

    Utilities Search: Search for text. Send: Send the document to others or share it. Properties: View document details such as title, date, and author. Zoom: Change the view size. Hide comments: Hide or show comments on the document. Vertical page scrolling / Continuous view / Horizontal page scrolling: Change the view mode.

  • Page 87: Setting Alarms

    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.

  • Page 88: Calculator

    Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. To clear the history, tap S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various features. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 89: Google

    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. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching the device Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword.

  • Page 90: Voice Search

    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. My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.

  • Page 91: Searching For A File

    Utilities After selecting a category, tap , and then use one of the following options: Select: Select files or folders. Sort by: Sort files or folders. Add to favourite folders: Add a shortcut to the folder in Favourite folders. Add shortcut to home: Add a shortcut to a file or folder to the Home screen. Add FTP: Add an FTP server shortcut in Folders.
  • Page 92 Utilities Creating folders , enter a name for the folder, and then tap OK. Adding shortcuts to folders Add a shortcut to frequently-used folders in Favourite folders. Select a folder and tap Add to favourite folders. Adding FTP server shortcuts to the device Add an FTP server shortcut in Folders.

  • Page 93: Travel & Local

    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 Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword.

  • Page 94: Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.

  • Page 95: Flight Mode

    Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. On the Settings screen, tap Connections Wi-Fi Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.

  • Page 96: Data Usage

    Settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation. Mobile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. Set mobile data limit: Set a limit for the mobile data usage. Data usage cycle: Enter monthly reset date to monitor your data usage.

  • Page 97: Mobile Networks

    Settings Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files via Wi-Fi or cloud services. Mobile networks Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. Data roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming.

  • Page 98: Device

    Screen lock sound: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen. Haptic feedback: Set the device to vibrate when touching keys. SAMSUNG APPLICATIONS: Change the notification settings for each application. Sound when tapped: Set the device to sound when a key is touched.

  • Page 99: Multi Window

    Settings Multi window Activate the Multi Window feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time. Open in multi window view: Set the device to activate the Multi Window feature when you open files from My Files or Video. Also, the device activates this feature when you view attachments in messages.

  • Page 100: Notification Panel

    Settings Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings. Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen. Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen. Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen.
  • Page 101 Settings Answering and ending calls: – The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button. – The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power button.

  • Page 102: Call Settings

    Google subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Google and to change the closed caption settings. Samsung subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Samsung and to change the closed caption settings.
  • Page 103 Settings Call alerts: – Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call. – Call end vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party ends a call. – Call connect tone: Activate or deactivate the call connection tone. –...

  • Page 104: Blocking Mode

    Settings Ringtone and sound settings Ringtones and keypad tones: – Ringtones: Add or select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. – Vibrations: Add or select a vibration pattern. – Vibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. –...

  • Page 105: Controls

    Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. Select input languages: Select languages for text input. Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and show word suggestions.

  • Page 106: Google Voice Typing

    Vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. Help: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
  • Page 107 Settings Voice wake-up: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice. Show body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message. Check missed events: Set the device to check missed calls, messages, or events when S Voice is launched by pressing the headset button.

  • Page 108: General

    Smart stay: Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display. General Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage.

  • Page 109: Backup And Reset

    Settings Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. Automatic restore: Set the device to restore settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on the device.

  • Page 110: Application Manager

    Settings Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Default applications Select a default setting for using applications. Home: Select a default Home screen mode. Messages: Select the default application to use for messaging. Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. Display battery percentage: Set the device to display the remaining battery life.
  • Page 111 Remote controls: Set the device 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.

  • Page 112: About Device

    Settings Security policy updates: – Automatic updates: Set the device to check and download security updates automatically. – Preferred networks: Select a network connection type to check and download security updates automatically. – Check for updates: Check for security updates. Send security reports: Set the device to send security reports automatically when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 113: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.
  • Page 114 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, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
  • Page 115 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) Ensure that the charger is connected properly. If the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
  • Page 116 Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques you use.
  • Page 117 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 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer. Your device cannot find your current location GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors.
  • Page 118 Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device.
  • Page 119 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (EU). 04/2014. Rev.1.0...

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