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SM-T377W
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English (CA). 04/2016. Rev.1.0
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  • Page 1 SM-T377W User Manual English (CA). 04/2016. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com/ca...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Basics S Planner Video Player Read me first Memo Package contents Clock Device layout Calculator Battery Microsoft apps SIM or USIM card Google apps Memory card Turning the device on and off Touchscreen Settings Home screen Introduction Lock screen Wi-Fi Notification panel...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Privacy Accessibility Accounts Backup and reset Language and input Battery Storage Date and time About device Appendix Troubleshooting Health and Safety...

  • Page 4: Basics

    Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in. • Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung.

  • Page 5: 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. • Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 6: Device Layout

    Basics Device layout Front camera Headset jack Power key Volume key Touchscreen Home key Recents key Back key Microphone Multipurpose jack GPS antenna Main antenna Loudspeaker SIM card slot Rear camera Memory card slot...
  • Page 7 • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction. • Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

  • Page 8: Battery

    Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
  • Page 9 Basics Viewing the remaining charging time While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Battery. The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.
  • Page 10 If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. • If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. Power saving mode Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.

  • Page 11: Sim Or Usim Card

    Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place. 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 12: Memory Card

    Basics Removing the SIM or USIM card Open the cover of the SIM card slot. Press the SIM or USIM card with your finger, and then pull it out. Close the cover of the SIM card slot. Memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacity of 128 GB.
  • Page 13 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 14: Turning The Device On And Off

    Basics Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → SD card → Format → FORMAT. Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the memory card.

  • Page 15: Touchscreen

    Basics Touchscreen • Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips. •...
  • Page 16 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 17 Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.

  • Page 18: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 19 Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customize the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.
  • Page 20 Basics Flipboard Briefing View the latest articles in various categories. You can get up to date on news that interests you using this feature. On the Home screen, tap or swipe to the right to open Flipboard Briefing. Swipe upwards or downwards to browse articles in each news category.
  • Page 21 Basics Creating folders On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Enter folder name.
  • Page 22 Basics Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. Moving items This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 23 Basics Tap Enter folder name. and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder. Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

  • Page 24: Lock Screen

    On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Screen lock type, and then select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.

  • Page 25: Notification Panel

    Basics Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards.

  • Page 26: Entering Text

    Basics Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate some features. Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area to view more buttons. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button. → EDIT, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another To rearrange buttons, tap location.
  • Page 27 Basics Additional keyboard functions • : Enter text by voice. Start or pause entering text by voice. Open the keyboard. • : Switch to handwriting mode. Switch between number mode and character mode. Switch to the standard keyboard. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...

  • Page 28: Screen Capture

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Drag Tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste. Dictionary Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages.

  • Page 29: Opening Apps

    Basics Opening apps On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it. To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap and select a recent app window. Closing an app and drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it. To close all running apps, tap CLOSE ALL.
  • Page 30 Basics Split screen view to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window. The selected app will launch in the upper window. Select another app to launch. You can also launch the split screen view by tapping and holding...
  • Page 31 Basics Using additional options When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options: • : Switch locations between app windows. • : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.

  • Page 32: Device And Data Management

    Device and data management Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. • Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from Galaxy Apps or Play Store.
  • Page 33 Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.
  • Page 34 Basics Using the device as a removable disk for data transfer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.
  • Page 35 To set the device to automatically back up data, tap the Auto back up switch to activate it. To restore data using a Samsung account, tap Restore. Current data will be deleted from the device to restore the selected items.
  • Page 36 Basics Using a Google account On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Backup and reset, and then tap the Back up my data switch to activate it. Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup account. To restore data using a Google account, tap the Automatic restore switch to activate it. When you reinstall apps, backed up settings and data will be restored.

  • Page 37: Applications

    Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialized for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 38: My Files

    Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Applications → Application manager, select an app, and then tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL.

  • Page 39: Contacts

    Applications Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating contacts manually Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. and select a storage location. Enter contact information. • : Add an image. • : Add or delete a contact field. Tap SAVE.

  • Page 40: Messages

    Applications Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • Scroll up or down the contacts list. • Drag a finger along the index at the left side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.
  • Page 41 Applications Access additional options. Enter recipients. Select contacts from the contacts list. Enter emoticons. Enter a message. Send the message. Attach files. Tap SEND to send the message. Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen.

  • Page 42: Internet

    Applications Internet Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Tap Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go. To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen. Move to the previously visited Access additional options.

  • Page 43: Email

    Applications Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Tap Email on the Apps screen. Enter the email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. To manually register a company email account, tap MANUAL SETUP. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

  • Page 44: Camera

    Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Basic shooting You can take photos or record videos. View your photos and videos in Gallery. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. •...
  • Page 45 Applications On the preview screen, swipe to the right to access the list of shooting modes. Or, swipe to the left to view photos and videos you have captured. • The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used.
  • Page 46 Applications Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Panorama. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: • Move the camera slowly in one direction. •...
  • Page 47 Applications Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen, use the following quick settings. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • : Select a filter effect to use when taking photos or recording videos. •...

  • Page 48: Gallery

    Applications Gallery Introduction View and manage photos and videos stored in the device. Viewing images or videos Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select an image or a video. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. To play a video, tap Move to the previous screen.
  • Page 49 Applications Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image or a video and tap Delete at the bottom of the screen. Deleting multiple images and videos On the Gallery main screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete. Tick the images or videos to delete.
  • Page 50 Applications Enter event details. Enter a title. Set a start and end date for Select a calendar to use or the event. sync with. Set an alarm. Enter the location of the event. Attach a map showing the location of the event. Add more details.

  • Page 51: Video Player

    Applications Video Player Watch videos stored in the device and customize playback settings. Open Gallery on the Apps screen and select a video to play. Tap to play the video. Open the playlist. Access additional options. Pause and resume playback. Rewind or fast-forward by Adjust the volume.

  • Page 52: Memo

    Applications Memo Create memos and organize them by category. On the Apps screen, tap Memo. Composing memos on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: • Category: Create or set a category. •...
  • Page 53 Applications Setting alarms Set an alarm time and tap SAVE. To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap the number. To set an alarm with various alarm options, tap OPTIONS, set alarm options, and then tap SAVE. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the clock icon next to the alarm in the alarms list. Stopping alarms Tap DISMISS to stop an alarm.

  • Page 54: Calculator

    Applications TIMER On the Apps screen, tap Clock → TIMER. Set the duration, and then tap START. To enter the duration, tap each number to open the keypad. Tap DISMISS when the timer goes off. Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Apps screen.
  • Page 55 Applications Chrome Search for information and browse webpages. Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service. Maps Find your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. Play Movies Watch videos stored on your device and download various content to watch from Play Store.

  • Page 56: Settings

    Settings Introduction Customize settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalized by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
  • Page 57 Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature.

  • Page 58: Bluetooth

    Introduction Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured.
  • Page 59 Settings Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it. The detected devices are listed. Select a device to pair with. If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming the auto-generated passkey.

  • Page 60: Flight Mode

    Settings Unpairing Bluetooth devices Tap Bluetooth on the Settings screen. The device displays the paired devices in the list. next to the device name to unpair. Tap Unpair. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. On the Settings screen, tap Flight mode.

  • Page 61: Data Usage

    Settings Using the mobile hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices. On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering → Mobile hotspot. Tap the switch to activate it. icon appears on the status bar.

  • Page 62: Mobile Networks

    Settings Limiting data usage On the Settings screen, tap Data usage and tap the Set mobile data limit switch to activate it. Drag the limit adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set the limit. Drag the warning adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set a data usage alert level. The device will alert you when the warning level is reached.
  • Page 63 Settings • VPN: Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). • Ethernet: The Ethernet option is available when an Ethernet adaptor is connected to the device. Use this option to activate the Ethernet feature and configure network settings. Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device.

  • Page 64: Smart Manager

    Settings Download booster Set the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. A stronger Wi-Fi signal will provide a faster download speed. On the Settings screen, tap More connection settings → Download booster. •...
  • Page 65 Settings Using the quick optimization feature On the Apps screen, tap Smart Manager → CLEAN ALL. The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions. • Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing some memory. • Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. •...

  • Page 66: Applications

    Settings Applications Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. On the Settings screen, tap Applications. • Application manager: View and manage the apps on your device. • Default applications: Select a default setting for using apps. • Application settings: Customise the settings for each app. Sounds and vibration Change settings for various sounds on the device.

  • Page 67: Do Not Disturb

    Settings • Hide on lock screen: Hide notifications from the selected app when the device is locked. • Hide content on lock screen: Hide the content of notifications from the selected app when the device is locked. Do not disturb Set the device to mute incoming calls and notification sounds, except for allowed exceptions.

  • Page 68: Advanced Features

    Settings Advanced features Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them. On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features. • Smart capture: Show additional options after capturing a screenshot. • Palm swipe to capture: Set the device to capture a screenshot when you swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen.
  • Page 69 Settings Unlock the device and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. Adding restricted profiles On the Settings screen, tap Users. Tap Add user or profile → User (restricted profile). If you are not using a secure screen lock method with the owner account, follow the on- screen instructions to set one up.

  • Page 70: Wallpaper

    You can also access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device. • Unknown sources: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown...

  • Page 71: Privacy

    Private mode for more information. • Report diagnostic info: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung. Private mode Hide personal content in your device to prevent others from accessing it. Activating private mode On the Settings screen, tap Privacy →...
  • Page 72 Settings Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the preset private mode access code. Private mode is activated and the icon appears on the status bar. You can view and access the hidden items only when private mode is activated. To hide items stored in the private folder, deactivate private mode.

  • Page 73: Accessibility

    Settings Automatically deactivating private mode You can set the device to automatically deactivate private mode each time the screen turns off. On the Settings screen, tap Privacy → Private mode, and then tap the switch to activate Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the preset private mode access code. Tap the Auto disable switch to activate it.

  • Page 74: Accounts

    To sync content with your accounts, select an account and select items to sync. Registering Samsung accounts You need a Samsung account when using some Samsung apps. You can back up or restore data saved in the device to your Samsung account. Register your Samsung account to the device to conveniently use Samsung services.

  • Page 75: Backup And Reset

    Change the settings for managing settings and data. On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset. • Back up my data: Back up your personal information and app data to the Samsung server. You can also set the device to automatically back up data.

  • Page 76: Battery

    Settings Battery View battery power information and change power saving options. On the Settings screen, tap Battery. The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions.

  • Page 77: Date And Time

    Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. On the Settings screen, tap Date and time. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset.

  • Page 78: Appendix

    • The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. • Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • Ensure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 79 Appendix Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
  • Page 80 This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 81 • Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer •...
  • Page 82 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.

  • Page 83: Health And Safety

    • Use only Samsung-approved charger specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery and charger can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung.
  • Page 84 Health and Safety • Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device and charger from damage • Avoid exposing your device to very cold or very hot temperatures. •...
  • Page 85 If you notice strange smells or sounds coming from your device or the battery, or if you see smoke or liquids leaking from the device or battery, stop using the device immediately and take it to a Samsung Service Centre • Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion.
  • Page 86 Health and Safety • Position your device within easy reach. Make sure you can access your wireless device without taking your eyes off the road. • Suspend use in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous.
  • Page 87 Health and Safety Do not use your device or applications for a while if the device is overheated • Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause low temperature burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation. Use caution when exposed to flashing lights •...
  • Page 88 Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken • Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Install mobile devices and equipment with caution •...
  • Page 89 Protect your personal data and prevent leakage or misuse of sensitive information • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of any data.
  • Page 90 Health and Safety • Check your accounts regularly for unapproved or suspicious use. If you find any sign of misuse of your personal information, contact your service provider to delete or change your account information. • In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords on your accounts to protect your personal information.
  • Page 91 THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time.
  • Page 92 Health and Safety Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada Notice Cautions Any changes or modifications to your device not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment, and void your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if they cause damage or a defect to the device.
  • Page 93 The model number, regulatory number, and serial number are located on a nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. Model: SM-T377W Serial No.:...
  • Page 94 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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