Samsung SM-T211 User Manual

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  • Page 1 SM-T211 User Manual www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2: About This Manual

    • 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

    Table of Contents Getting started Securing the device Upgrading the device Device layout Buttons Package contents Communication Installing the SIM or USIM card Phone Charging the battery Contacts Inserting a memory card Messaging Turning the device on and off Email Holding the device Google Mail Locking and unlocking the device...
  • Page 6 Settings Video Player YouTube About Settings Flipboard Wi-Fi Bluetooth Data usage Application & media stores More settings Play Store Blocking mode Samsung Apps Sound Game Hub Display Video Hub Storage Power saving mode Battery Utilities Application manager Memo Location services...
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Front camera Earpiece Microphone for speakerphone Proximity/Light Power button sensor Volume button Touch screen Home button Back button Menu button Microphone Multipurpose jack Headset jack Main antenna Rear camera GPS antenna SIM card slot Memory card slot Speaker Speaker...
  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 10: 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 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. • W hen the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low battery power message.
  • Page 12 • 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 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: •...
  • Page 14: Inserting A Memory Card

    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. • S ome 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. •...
  • 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 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: 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 23: Notifications

    Basics 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. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 24: Home 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. Rearranging items Adding an application icon On the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel...
  • Page 25: Setting Wallpaper

    Basics 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. Removing a panel → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 26: Using Applications

    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. • S ome widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges.
  • Page 27: Applications Screen

    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.
  • Page 28: Help

    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.
  • Page 29: Using The Samsung Keyboard

    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.
  • Page 30: 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. 88) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.
  • Page 31: 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 32: Transferring Files

    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 33: Securing The Device

    Basics 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). Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed.
  • Page 34: Setting A Password

    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.
  • Page 35: Upgrading The Device

    Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on how to upgrade.
  • Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: Adding Contacts

    Communication → 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 • multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call. Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Viewing call logs...
  • Page 39: Receiving Calls

    Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the 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 circle, or press and hold the headset button.
  • Page 40: Ending A Call

    Communication Call forwarding The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number. → Call settings → Call settings → Call forwarding, and then select a call type and condition. Enter a number and tap Enable. Ending a call Tap End call to end a call.
  • Page 41 Communication → Hide me: Hide your image from the other party. • • → Outgoing image: Select an image to show it to the other party. → Animated emotions: Apply emotional icons to your image. • • → Theme view: Apply decorative icons to your image. →...
  • Page 42: 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 43: Importing And Exporting Contacts

    → 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 →...
  • Page 44: Contact Groups

    Communication Favourite contacts , and then take one of the following actions: • S earch: Search for contacts. • A dd to Favorites: Add contacts to favourites. • R emove from Favorites: Remove contacts from favourites. • G rid view / List view: View contacts in grid or list form. Contact groups Adding contacts to a group →...
  • Page 45: Messaging

    Communication Business card Create a business card and send it to others. Tap Set up 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.
  • Page 46 Communication Sending scheduled messages → Scheduled message. Set a time and date, and then While composing a message, tap tap OK. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • I f 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 47: 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 48 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 49: Google Mail

    Communication Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • T his application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 50: Talk

    Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. 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.
  • Page 51: Google

    Communication Switching between chats Scroll left or right. Deleting chat history → Clear chat history. Chats are automatically saved. To delete the chat history, tap 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.
  • Page 52: Chaton

    This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap Contact sync to manually sync contacts from the device.
  • Page 53: 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 54: 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. Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy.
  • Page 55: 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 56: Group Play

    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 57: Media

    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 software installed on the device. • 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 58: Camera

    Media Setting a song as ringtone → Set as → Call 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 59: Taking Photos

    Media Taking photos Taking a photo to take a photo. Use this for delayed-time shots. Indicates which Switch between the storage is in use. front and rear camera. Switch between still Change the shooting and video mode. mode. Determine how much light the camera’s sensor receives.
  • Page 60: Shooting Mode

    Media • S unset: Use this setting for richer colours and sharper contrasts. • D awn: Use this setting for very subtle colours. • A utumn color: Use this setting for red-shifted background scenery. • C andlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background. •...
  • Page 61: Taking A Video

    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.
  • Page 62 Media 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. • L imit for email: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via email. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 63 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. • E dit shortcuts: Reorganise shortcuts to frequently-used options. •...
  • Page 64: Gallery

    Media • G uidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. • I mage quality: Set the quality level for photos. Higher quality images require more storage space. • V ideo quality: Set the quality level for videos. •...
  • Page 65: Playing Videos

    • B uddy photo share: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image. • P rint: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. • R ename: Rename the file.
  • Page 66: Deleting Images

    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 67: Video Player

    Media Video Player Use this application to play video files. Tap Video Player on the Applications screen. • A void 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.
  • Page 68: Youtube

    Media 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. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it.
  • Page 69: Flipboard

    Media Sharing videos Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method. Uploading videos Select your account, tap , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap UPLOAD. Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.
  • Page 70: 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 71: 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 72: Video Hub

    Application & media stores Video Hub Use this application to access and purchase videos. Tap Video Hub on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a category, and then select a video.
  • Page 73: Utilities

    To send memos to others, tap → Print. The device is only compatible To print memos via a USB or Wi-Fi connection, tap with some Samsung printers. → Sync memo. To sync memos with a Google account, tap Viewing a memo Tap the memo thumbnail to open it.
  • Page 74: S Planner

    To set a PIN to lock or unlock the memo, tap → Print. The device is only To print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection, tap compatible with some Samsung printers. → Share text via. To send the text in the memo to others, tap →...
  • Page 75: Sharing Events

    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.
  • Page 76: Polaris Office

    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. Scroll left or right to view recent documents.
  • Page 77: Reading Documents

    • T TS: Read the document via the text-to-speech feature. • P rint: Print the document via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. Presentation • S lide Show: Start a slideshow.
  • Page 78 • Z oom In/Out: Change the view size. • P rint: Print the document via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. Text • S ave as: Save the document with a different name.
  • Page 79: Dropbox

    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.
  • Page 80: 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 81: 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 82: 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 83: 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 84: 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 85: 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 86: 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 87: 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 88: 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 89: 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 90: More Settings

    Settings More settings Customise settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Airplane 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 91: Blocking Mode

    • U pload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices. 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 92: Display

    Settings • V ibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. • D ialing keypad tone: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad. • T ouch sounds: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the touch screen.
  • Page 93: 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 94: Lock Screen

    Settings Lock screen Change settings for the locked screen. • S creen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. • L ock screen options: Change the settings for the locked screen. These settings are applied only when you set the swipe lock option. –...
  • Page 95: 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 96: Language And Input

    Settings • D evice administrators: View device administrators installed on the device. You can allow device administrators to apply new policies to the device. • U nknown sources: Choose to install applications from any source. If not chosen, download applications only from Play Store.
  • Page 97: Samsung Keyboard

    – 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. • T utorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
  • Page 98: Pointer Speed

    Settings Voice search • L anguage: Select a language for the voice recognition. • S peech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current action. • B lock offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results. •...
  • Page 99: 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 100: Accessibility

    Settings • A utomatic time zone: Set the device to receive time zone information from the network when you move across time zones. • S elect time zone: Set the home time zone. • U se 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format. •...
  • Page 101: Developer Options

    Settings • E nhance web accessibility: Set applications to install web scripts to make their web content more accessible. • M ono audio: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud. • T urn off all sounds: Mute all device sounds. •...
  • Page 102: About Device

    Settings • T ransition animation scale: Select a speed for switching between screens. • A nimator duration scale: Select how long pop-up windows will be shown. • T urn off hardware overlays: Set the device to hide hardware overlays. •...
  • Page 103: Optional Applications

    Optional applications The following applications must be downloaded before you can use them. • S amsung Link On the Home screen or the Applications screen, tap an application icon and follow on-screen instructions to download it. Some of the listed applications may be preloaded depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    • 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 105 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 106 The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off The battery in the device is not user replaceable. If you have problems with the battery or need it replaced, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre. Your device is hot to the touch When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended period of time, your device may feel hot to the touch.
  • Page 107 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: •...
  • Page 108 • I f you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • E nsure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 109 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 (LTN). 07/2013. Rev. 1.0...

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