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  • Page 1 SM-T331 User Manual www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2 • A pplications 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. • S amsung 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 • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ ™ ™ ™ ™ • T he Android logo, Google , Google Maps , Google Mail , YouTube , Google Play ™...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Indicator icons ChatON Using the touch screen Control motions Activating Multi Window Web & network Notifications Internet Quick setting panel Chrome Home screen Bluetooth Locked screen Screen Mirroring Using applications Samsung Link Applications screen Group Play Help WatchON Entering text...
  • Page 6 TripAdvisor Paper Artist Video Player YouTube Travel & local Flipboard Maps Local Application & media stores Navigation Play Store Samsung Apps Settings Game Hub About Settings Music Hub Wi-Fi Play Music 100 Bluetooth Readers Hub 100 Data usage Learning Hub...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 111 Cloud 112 Backup and reset 112 Add account 112 Motion 112 Voice control 113 Accessory 113 Date and time 114 Accessibility 115 Developer options 117 About device Troubleshooting...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Light sensor Front camera Microphone for Proximity sensor speakerphone Earpiece Power button Volume button Touch screen IrLED Home button Back button Menu button Multipurpose jack Microphone Headset jack Main antenna Rear camera GPS antenna SIM card slot Memory card slot Speaker Speaker...

  • Page 9: Buttons

    Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos. • D o not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. •...

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • O ther accessories may not be compatible with your device.

  • Page 11: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card

    SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. • U se 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 12: 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. • W hen the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low battery power message.
  • Page 13 • I f 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 14: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started 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: • W hen you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •...
  • Page 15 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. •...

  • 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 and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.

  • 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 Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • D o not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
  • Page 20 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.
  • Page 21 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 22: Control Motions

    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.
  • Page 23 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 24: Activating Multi Window

    Basics Activating Multi Window Use this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time. • O nly applications on the Multi Window panel can run. • W hen launching applications that contain multimedia files, such as music or videos, sound from both files will be played.

  • Page 25: Notifications

    Basics Using Multi Window applications While using Multi Window applications, tap and use one of the following: • : Switch locations between Multi Window applications. • : Maximise the window to fit the screen. • : Close the application. 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.

  • Page 26: Home Screen

    Basics • B locking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap Settings → Blocking mode. • P ower saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode. •...
  • Page 27 Basics Adding an item Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or pages. Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories: • A pps and widgets: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen. •...
  • Page 28 Basics Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen. → Set wallpaper → Home screen, and then select one of the On the Home screen, tap following: • G allery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the Internet.

  • Page 29: Locked Screen

    Basics Locked screen The locked screen prevents the device from unwanted operation when not in use and also allows you to add convenient widgets. Adding widgets To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen, and then tick Multiple widgets.

  • Page 30: 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. Opening from recently-used applications Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.

  • Page 31: Help

    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, and then select an application to uninstall it.

  • Page 32: 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 33 Basics Handwriting , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word. Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak.

  • Page 34: 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. 99) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. •...

  • Page 35: 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 36 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.

  • Page 37: 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 face unlock On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → Face unlock. Fit your face in the frame to be captured.

  • Page 38: Upgrading 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 39 Basics Upgrading over the air The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → About device → Software update → Update.

  • Page 40: 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: • K eypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . •...
  • Page 41 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 42 Communication → Contacts: Open the contacts list. • • → Memo: Create a memo. → Message: Send a message. • • → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation. → Manage conference call: Have a private conversation with one party during a •...
  • Page 43 Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. 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, or press and hold the headset button.
  • Page 44 Communication Ending a call Tap End call to end a call. Or press the headset button. Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video call.
  • Page 45 Communication Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options: • C apture image: Capture the other party’s image. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • R ecord video: Take a video of the other party’s images. •...

  • Page 46: Contacts

    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...
  • Page 47 → Merge accounts → Merge with Google. 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 Importing contacts →...
  • Page 48 Communication Sharing contacts → Import/Export → Share namecard via, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Favourite contacts Tap Contacts → Favourites. , and then take one of the following actions: • S earch: Search for contacts. •...

  • Page 49: Messaging

    Communication • S end message: Send a message to a group’s members. • S end email: Send an email to a group’s members. • C hange order: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another position, and then tap Done.
  • Page 50 Communication Use the following methods to make a multimedia message: • T ap and attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others. • T ap → Add subject to enter a subject. Sending scheduled messages → Scheduling. Set a time and date, and then tap OK. While composing a message, tap The device will send the message at the specified time and date.

  • Page 51: 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 Next for a private email account, such as Google Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account.

  • Page 52: Google Mail

    Communication Reading messages Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap Tap a message to read. Reply to the message. Compose a message. Forward the message. Delete the message. Add this email address to the contacts list.
  • Page 53 Communication Sending messages In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND. Tap +CC/BCC to add more recipients. to attach images. → Save draft to save the message for later delivery. → Attach video to attach videos. →...

  • Page 54: Talk

    Communication Talk Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk. Tap Talk on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Public profile Tap the account ID at the top of the friends list to change the availability status, image, or status message.

  • Page 55: Google

    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.

  • Page 56: 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. to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. Opening a new page To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the page to select it.

  • Page 57: Chrome

    Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap → History → Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Saved pages →...

  • Page 58: Bluetooth

    • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, and then drag...

  • Page 59: Screen Mirroring

    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.

  • Page 60: Samsung Link

    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 →...

  • Page 61: Group Play

    Web & network Using the Group Play feature Share screens with multiple devices. Select a media category and tap . Select files, tap Done, and then tap Group Play. A Group Play session is created and the files are shared with other devices in the session.

  • Page 62: Watchon

    Web & network Joining Group Play Tap Join group, and then select a Group Play session to join. Select a media category and the content that is currently being shared will appear on the device. WatchON Use this application to connect to a TV to watch your favourite shows and movies. Tap WatchON on the Applications screen.

  • Page 63: Music Player

    Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play.

  • Page 64: Camera

    Media Setting a song as ringtone → Set as → Phone ringtone. To use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs. → Create playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Select songs to include, and then tap Done.
  • Page 65 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. Indicates which shooting mode is in Switch between the use.
  • Page 66 Media • P anorama: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together. To get the best shot, follow these tips. – Move the camera slowly in one direction. – Keep the camera’s viewfinder within the guidelines. – Avoid taking photos of a subject in front of unrecognisable backgrounds, such as empty skies or plain walls.
  • Page 67 Media Recording mode → to change recording mode. • N ormal: Use this mode for normal quality. • L imit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messaging. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 68 Media Share shot → , and then select one of the following: • S hare shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct. • B uddy photo share: Set the device to recognise a person’s face that you have tagged in a photo and send it to that person.
  • Page 69 Media • T o improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions. • Y our location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the GPS tag setting.

  • Page 70: Gallery

    Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • S ome files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders.
  • Page 71 Media Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • F avourite: Add the image to favourites. • S lideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • P hoto frame: Use this to write a note below the image. The edited image is saved in the Photo frame folder.
  • Page 72 Media Deleting images Use one of the following methods: → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap . • I n a folder, tap • W hen viewing an image, tap . Sharing images Use one of the following methods: →...

  • Page 73: Story Album

    Media Story Album Use this application to create your own digital album to keep your stories by organising the images neatly and automatically. Tap Story Album on the Applications screen. Creating story albums Tap Create album → By tag information to create a story album automatically. Select criteria, and then tap Find pictures.
  • Page 74 Media Viewing story albums Select a story album. The cover image appears on the first page. Scroll left or right to view images in the story album. When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • A dd content: Add more content to the current page. •...

  • Page 75: Paper Artist

    Media Paper Artist Use this application to make images look like illustrations with fun effects or frames. Tap Paper Artist on the Applications screen. Use artistic tools to edit an image. The edited image is saved in the Gallery → Paper Pictures folder.
  • Page 76 Media Playing videos Select a video to play. Scan DLNA-enabled devices. Adjust the volume. Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Select a mode for Dolby sound system. Reduce the size of the video screen.

  • Page 77: Youtube

    Media YouTube Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website. Tap YouTube on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 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.

  • Page 78: Flipboard

    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, select news topics, and then tap Build Your Flipboard.

  • Page 79: 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 80: Samsung Apps

    Game Hub Use this application to access games. Tap Game Hub on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Scroll left or right and select a game to download from Samsung Apps.

  • Page 81: Music Hub

    Application & media stores Music Hub Use this application to play music and purchase songs or albums from the Music Hub catalogue. Subscribe to the Music Hub premium service to: • s ync your personal music collection to the cloud storage server, •...

  • Page 82: Play Music

    Application & media stores Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play music by selecting a music category or share songs with others by uploading them to the Google cloud storage.

  • Page 83: Memo

    Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos , enter a memo, and then tap Done. → Colour. To change the background colour, tap →...
  • Page 84 Utilities • L ock: Lock the memo so that others cannot view it. • P rint: Print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. • S hare via: Send the memo to others. S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.
  • Page 85 Utilities Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Invite others to the event by sending an email. Enter the email address to the Participants filed, or tap to open the contacts list. Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the map that appears.

  • Page 86: Dropbox

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

  • Page 87: Polaris Office

    Utilities Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup 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. Once you sign in, tap Allow and the device automatically syncs files with Dropbox whenever you make some changes.
  • Page 88 Utilities Creating documents Tap , and then select a document type. Use the editing toolbar at the top of the screen to edit the document. → Save, enter a filename, select a folder to save to, and then tap Save. To finish, tap Reading documents Tap a file.

  • Page 89: Alarm

    Utilities Spreadsheet • S ave as: Save the document with a different name. • F ind & Replace: Search for or replace text. • P rotect worksheet: Lock the sheet so that others cannot edit it. • F reeze frame: Keep the selected row in place. •...

  • Page 90: World Clock

    Utilities Setting alarms , set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save. • L ocation alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location. •...

  • Page 91: Calculator

    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 → Scientific calculator. rotation is disabled, tap To see the calculation history, tap to hide the keypad.
  • Page 92 Utilities S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to send a message, write a memo, and more. 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. Here are several examples of spoken commands: •...

  • Page 93: 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. 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.

  • Page 94: 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. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear.

  • Page 95: Downloads

    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.

  • Page 96: 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 Tap Search Maps, enter an address, and then tap .

  • Page 97: Local

    Travel & local Getting directions for a destination , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: • M y current location: Use current location for starting location. • C ontacts: Select from the contacts list. •...

  • Page 98: Navigation

    Travel & local Navigation Use this application to search for a route to a destination. Tap Navigation on the Applications screen. • N avigation 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.

  • Page 99: About Settings

    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 •...

  • Page 100: Bluetooth

    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. To use more options, tap •...

  • Page 101: More Settings

    Settings More settings Customise settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Mobile networks • M obile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. •...

  • Page 102: Blocking Mode

    Activate the screen mirroring feature and share your display with others. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network. Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode.

  • Page 103: Display

    Settings • D efault notification sound: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and missed calls. • V ibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. • D ialling keypad tone: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad. •...

  • Page 104: Storage

    Settings • R eading mode: Select which applications will use reading mode. In reading mode, the device helps protect your eyes when reading at night. • B rightness: Set the brightness of the display. • S creen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight.

  • Page 105: Power Saving Mode

    Settings Power saving mode Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. • C PU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. • S creen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. •...

  • Page 106: Lock Screen

    Settings Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. • S creen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature selected. • M ultiple widgets: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen. •...

  • Page 107: Security

    • R emote 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 108: Language And Input

    Settings • U nknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store. • V erify apps: Set this to allow Google to check the application for harmful behaviour before installing it. •...
  • Page 109 – Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. – Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • H elp: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
  • Page 110 Settings Voice search For Samsung voice recognition, use the following options: • L anguage: Select a language for the voice recognition. • O pen via the home key: Set the device to launch S Voice by pressing the Home button twice.

  • Page 111: Cloud

    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.

  • Page 112: Backup And Reset

    Settings Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server. • B ackup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. •...

  • Page 113: Accessory

    Settings Accessory Change the accessory settings. • D ock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desktop dock. • A udio output mode: Set the device to use the dock speaker when your device is connected to a desktop dock.

  • Page 114: Accessibility

    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. • A uto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. •...

  • Page 115: Developer Options

    Settings • T ext-to-speech options: – Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap – Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. – Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. •...
  • Page 116 Settings • S elect debug app: Select applications to debug and prevent errors when you pause debugging. • W ait for debugger: Set the device to prevent the selected application from loading until the debugger is ready. • V erify apps via USB: Set the device to check the application for harmful behaviour before installing it.

  • Page 117: About Device

    Settings • E nable OpenGL traces: Set the device to capture traces of OpenGL application activity. • E nable traces: Set the device to capture traces of application and system performance. • D o not keep activities: Set the device to end a running application when you launch a new application.
  • Page 118 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • I f the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 119 Troubleshooting 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. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for 8-10 seconds.
  • Page 120 Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following: •...
  • Page 121 Troubleshooting 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: • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
  • Page 122 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). 12/2013. Rev.1.0...
  • Page 123 Health and safety information Operating Environment Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals requires wireless devices to comply with a safety limit For typical operations, this model has been of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC exposure tested and meets the FCC exposure guidelines. limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give Remember to follow any special regulations in force in additional protection to the public and to account for...
  • Page 124 Cautions Changes or modifications made in the radio device, not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the device warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the device. Although your device is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken.
  • Page 125 This device is capable of operating in 802.11a/n mode. For 802.11a/n devices operating in the frequency range of 5.15 - 5.25 GHz, they are restricted for indoor operations to reduce any potential harmful interference for Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) in the US. WIFI Access Points that are capable of allowing your device to operate in 802.11a/n mode (5.15 - 5.25 GHz band) are optimized for indoor use only.

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