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  • Page 1 SM-N7502 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. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ • W i-Fi...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting started Notifications Home screen Device layout Locked screen Buttons Using applications S Pen Applications screen Package contents Help Installing the SIM or USIM card and One-handed operation battery Entering text Charging the battery Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Inserting a memory card Setting up accounts Replacing the S Pen nib...
  • Page 6 126 Downloads SketchBook for Galaxy 126 TripAdvisor 126 Evernote Application & media stores Play Store Travel & local 100 Samsung Apps 127 Maps 100 Play Books 101 Play Movies & TV 101 Play Music 101 Play Games 101 Play Newsstand...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Settings 128 About Settings 128 Connections 132 Device 141 Controls 147 General Troubleshooting...
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Proximity/Light sensor Notification light Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Back button Menu button Speaker Microphone Multipurpose jack Microphone for speakerphone Headset jack GPS antenna Rear camera Volume button Flash Back cover Main antenna S Pen...
  • 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 And

    Getting started Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. Only microSIM cards work with the device. Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively.
  • Page 12 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 13 Getting started Insert the battery. Replace the back cover.
  • Page 14 Getting started Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Press the SIM or USIM card gently with your finger, and then pull it out.
  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
  • Page 16 • 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 17: 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 18 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 19: Replacing The S Pen Nib

    Getting started Replacing the S Pen nib While using the S Pen, the S Pen nib may get dull. If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one. Hold the nib with the tweezer firmly, and then pull it out. Insert a new nib into the S Pen until you hear a click.
  • Page 20: 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 21: Holding The Device

    Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Adjusting the volume Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound volume when playing music or video.
  • Page 22: Switching Between Networks

    Getting started Switching between networks When you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can use two different subscriptions on the same network without the need to carry two devices at the same time. Activate two cards and switch between them when making calls or sending messages. Your device supports dual standby with two different networks.
  • Page 23: 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 Currently accessing SIM or USIM card Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected...
  • Page 24: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Icon Meaning Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers or the S Pen 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 25 Basics Finger gestures Tapping To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger. Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
  • Page 26 Basics Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 27 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 28: 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 → Controls → Motions, and then drag the Motions switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs.
  • Page 29 Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Holding to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
  • Page 30 Basics Panning to move Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image.
  • Page 31 Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback. Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out.
  • Page 32: Palm Motions

    Basics Palm motions Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen. Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls → Palm motion, and then drag the Palm motion switch to the right.
  • Page 33: Using The S Pen

    • T he pen nib of the S Pen is replaceable. If the pen nib gets dull, replace it with a new one. • I f the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. Refer to the Samsung website for more information about the S Pen.
  • Page 34 Basics Air command Press the S Pen button while hovering the S Pen over the screen to display air command. With this feature, you can directly use the following actions: • A ction Memo: Turn your handwriting into an actionable link to one of a range of useful features.
  • Page 35 Basics Capturing screenshots Tap Screen Write on the air command. Alternatively, with the S Pen button pressed, touch the screen until you hear a click. It is possible to draw or write on or to crop a screenshot. The screenshot is saved in the Gallery → Screenshots folder. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications.
  • Page 36 Basics Selecting and capturing an image With the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it. If necessary, use one of the following options: • : Restore the original selection. • : Convert the selection to circular shape. •...
  • Page 37: Air View

    You can scroll through panels or lists by moving the S Pen pointer to an edge (top/bottom/ left/right) of the screen. When you point at an area on a webpage for a few seconds with your finger, the device magnifies the area. Samsung User Manual...
  • Page 38: Increasing Touch Screen Sensitivity

    Basics Increasing touch screen sensitivity Use this feature to let the device increase its touch sensitivity. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Controls, and then tick Increase touch sensitivity. • U se leather gloves for better recognition while touching the screen. Other types of material may not be recognised.
  • Page 39 Basics Using the Multi Window panel To show the Multi Window panel, tap and hold . The Multi Window panel appears at the left side of the screen. Select one application, and then drag another application to a new location. You can launch the same application on the two windows at the same time. To hide the Multi Window panel, tap and hold again.
  • Page 40: Notifications

    Basics Sharing files Drag an item you want to share to the other window to share the item from one window to another. Some applications may not support this feature. Creating a paired window Use this feature to save the combination of current running Multi Window applications. →...
  • Page 41: Home Screen

    Basics • W i-Fi hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature. • A ir view: Activate or deactivate the air view feature. • H ands-free mode: Activate or deactivate driving mode. • S mart stay: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature. •...
  • Page 42 Basics 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 preview. Adding an item Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels. Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories: •...
  • Page 43 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 top of the screen.
  • Page 44 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 45: 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. Locking and unlocking the device 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.
  • Page 46 Basics Adding widgets To use widgets when the screen is locked, tap Apps → Settings → Device → Lock screen → Multiple widgets and then drag the Multiple widgets switch to the right. You cannot use widgets on the locked screen in easy mode. Drag the widgets panel down to expand it.
  • Page 47: Using Applications

    Basics Using applications This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications. Opening an application On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it. Some applications are grouped into folders. Tap a folder, and then tap an application to open it.
  • Page 48: Applications Screen

    Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it.
  • Page 49: Help

    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 50 Basics Entering uppercase before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice. Changing the keyboard type Tap and hold , and then tap to change the keyboard type. Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards.
  • Page 51 Basics Direct pen input On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Controls → S Pen → Direct pen input, and then drag the Direct pen input switch to the right. When hovering the S Pen over a text field, icon appears at the upper left corner of the text field.
  • Page 52: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. To paste it into a text entry field, tap and hold at the point where it should be inserted, and then tap Paste.
  • Page 53: Setting Up Accounts

    Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device.
  • Page 54: Transferring Files

    Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Transfer files between your device and the computer.
  • Page 55 Basics Connecting with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and sync music files. Connecting as a media device Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device →...
  • Page 56: Securing The Device

    Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern.
  • Page 57: 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 58: 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 or .
  • Page 59 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 or .
  • Page 60 Communication → Contacts: Open the contacts list. • • → S Note: Launch S Note. → 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 61 Communication Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be 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.
  • Page 62 Communication Call forwarding The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number. → Call settings → Additional settings → Call forwarding, and then select a call type and condition. Enter a number and tap Turn on. Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap...
  • Page 63 Communication Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options: • C apture image: Capture the other party’s image. • R ecord video: Take a video of the other party’s images. It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other party’s prior permission.
  • Page 64: Contacts

    Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field.
  • Page 65 → 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.
  • Page 66 Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts → Import/Export → Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Import from USB storage. Exporting contacts → Import/Export → Export to SIM card, Export to SD card, or Export to USB storage.
  • Page 67 Communication Contact groups Tap Groups. Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Managing groups , and then take one of the following actions: • C reate: Make a new group. •...
  • Page 68: Messages

    Communication Messages Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messages on the Applications screen. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider. Sending messages , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap Use the following methods to add recipients:...
  • Page 69: Email

    Communication Viewing incoming messages Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s message. 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.
  • Page 70 Communication Sending scheduled messages → Scheduled email. Tick Scheduled email, set a time While composing a message, tap and date, and then tap Done. 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 71: 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 72 Communication Reading messages Keep this message for long-term Delete this message. storage. Mark the message as unread. Reply to all recipients or forward Add this email address to the this message to others. contacts list. Mark the message as a reminder. Reply to this message.
  • Page 73: Hangouts

    Communication Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting.
  • Page 74: Photos

    Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. 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.
  • Page 75: 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. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address.
  • Page 76: Chrome

    Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the → Clear history. history, tap Saved pages → Saved pages. To view saved webpages, tap Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, use Downloads.
  • Page 77: 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 → Connections →...
  • Page 78: Samsung Link

    Internet. You can play and send multimedia files on your device to another device or web storage service. To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more devices. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type.
  • Page 79 Web & network Sending files Send files to other devices or upload them to web storage services. Tap to select a device or web storage and scroll left or right to select a media category. Then, tap , select files, and then tap Sharing files Tap to select a device or web storage and scroll left or right to select a media category.
  • Page 80: Group Play

    Web & network Group Play Use this application to enjoy moments with your friends by sharing and playing content. Create or join a Group Play session, and then share content, such as images or music. Tap Group Play on the Applications screen. •...
  • Page 81 Web & network Creating a group for Group Play When you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and share the content. When you use a password for a Group Play session, other devices must enter the password to join the session.
  • Page 82: Media

    Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music 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 83 Media → Settings → Smart volume. To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap Smart volume may not be activated for some files. When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing.
  • Page 84: Camera

    Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 90) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. •...
  • Page 85 Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • A uto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.
  • Page 86 Media Panoramic photos A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots. Tap MODE → Panorama. and move the camera in one direction. When the blue frame aligns with the viewfinder, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop shooting, tap If the viewfinder is out of the direction, the device stops shooting.
  • Page 87 Media Recording mode Tap → to change the recording mode. • N ormal: Use this mode for normal quality. • L imit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messages. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 88 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. • P hoto size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.
  • Page 89 Media • V olume key: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom function. • T imer: Use this for delayed-time shots. • W hite balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.
  • Page 90: 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 91 Media Trimming segments of a video Select a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video. Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: •...
  • Page 92 Media Modifying images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • R otate: Rotate the image. • C rop: Crop the image. • C olor: Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image. • E ffect: Apply effects to the image. •...
  • Page 93 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 94: Story Album

    Media Using Tag buddy → Settings → Tag buddy, and then drag the Tag buddy switch to the right to display a contextual tag (weather, location, date, and person’s name) when opening an image. Organising with folders Create a folder to organise images or videos stored in the device. You can copy or move files from one folder to another.
  • Page 95: Video

    Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. • S ome file formats are not supported depending on the device's software. • S ome files may not play properly depending on how they are encoded. Playing videos Select a video to play.
  • Page 96: Youtube

    Media 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. To move the player, drag the player to another location.
  • Page 97: My Magazine

    Media My Magazine Use this applications to make your own social magazine. On the Home screen, flick your finger up from the bottom of the screen, or press the Home button. When running My magazine for the first time, tap Next, read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap Start.
  • Page 98: 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, tap Next on the greeting page, and then tap Done. Select a cover story or a topic, flick through the Flipboard pages, and then select an article to read.
  • Page 99: 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 100: Samsung Apps

    • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • I f a Samsung account is not registered, follow the on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them.
  • Page 101: Play Movies & Tv

    Application & media stores Play Movies & TV Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows. Tap Play Movies & TV on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service.
  • Page 102: Utilities

    Utilities S Note Use this application to create a note using multimedia files or voice recordings. Tap S Note on the Applications screen. Creating notes When running S Note for the first time, tap Start to set the default covers and a template. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the setup.
  • Page 103 Utilities When using the templates that have image frames, tap and hold an image frame, and then tap Images or Take picture to add an image. To delete a frame, tap and hold the frame, and then tap Delete. When jotting down a note, tap once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour.
  • Page 104 Utilities Using the eraser tool A drawn line is not recognized as a series of dots but short strokes. For this reason, you can select a whole line and delete, move or transform it. However, you may happen to even erase unintended part of a line, or may not able to erase intensive or overlapped lines when using the eraser tool.
  • Page 105 Utilities Inserting multimedia files to insert images, videos, voice memos, and more. To insert from recently-added images, hover the S Pen over , and then press the S Pen button. Inserting an idea sketch → Idea Sketch, and then write a keyword or select category to search for images. To add your own sketches to the list, tap , and then draw an image in the sketch panel.
  • Page 106 Utilities Creating and managing charts Making a table → Easy chart → Table, set the number of rows and columns for the table, and then tap Done. • T o enter data in the table, tap a table cell. •...
  • Page 107 Utilities Editing a chart To edit a chart, tap and hold a chart or table, tap Edit chart, and then use the following options: • T ap at the top left of the screen to change the chart type. •...
  • Page 108 Utilities Viewing pages preview Drag down a note to preview the pages above the note. on the note cover to access the following options: • D elete: Delete the note. • S hare via: Share the note with others. •...
  • Page 109: Action Memo

    Utilities Action Memo Use this application to compose a handwritten memo and quickly perform one of the useful features provided with Action Memo. Tap Action Memo on the Applications screen. Alternatively, tap Action Memo on the air command. Composing memos , write a memo, and then tap .
  • Page 110 Utilities Browsing memos Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To edit the memo, tap the memo. To search for a memo, tap To delete memos, tap . → Share via. To send memos to other, tap → View. To change the view mode, tap →...
  • Page 111 Utilities To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. 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.
  • Page 112 Utilities Syncing with Google Calendar On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Google under My accounts → a Google account, tick Sync Calendar, and then tap Sync now. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap S Planner → →...
  • Page 113: 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 114: Cloud

    Utilities 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 → General → Cloud. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 115: Clock

    Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure the duration of an event, or set a timer. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and...
  • Page 116 Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time. Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.
  • Page 117: 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 118: Voice Recorder

    Utilities Voice Recorder Use this application to record or play voice memos. Tap Voice Recorder on the Applications screen. Recording voice memos to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the top of the device. Tap pause recording. Tap to finish recording. While recording a voice memo, tap to insert a bookmark.
  • Page 119 Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. • : Trim the voice memo. • : Set a portion of the recording for looped play. • : Adjust the playback speed. • : Skip a silent portion in the voice memo. •...
  • Page 120 Utilities Saving files with contextual tags → Settings, and then tick Contextual filename. In the list of voice memos, tap Managing categories Creating a category → Manage categories → In the list of voice memos, tap . Enter a category name, select a colour, and then tap Done.
  • Page 121 Utilities S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to dial a number, send a message, write a memo, and more. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. • T his application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...
  • Page 122: Google

    Utilities Using wake-up commands on the locked screen On the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands. To activate this feature, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen, and then drag the Wake up in lock screen switch to the right. S Finder Use this application to search for a wide variety of items on the device, including emails, documents, images, music, applications, and more.
  • Page 123: Voice Search

    Utilities Search scope → Settings → Phone search, and then tick the To select what applications to search, tap items to search for. Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time.
  • Page 124: Scrapbook

    Utilities Scrapbook Use this application to create your own digital scrapbook with content from webpages, videos and more. Tap Scrapbook on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Creating categories Tap → Create category, select a layout from the list, enter a name, and then tap OK. Collecting items While viewing webpages, or videos, with the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it.
  • Page 125: My Files

    Utilities My Files Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. Tap My Files on the Applications screen. Viewing files Select a category and then tap a folder to open it. To view the uploaded photos or videos in Dropbox, tap Dropbox, and then sign in to your Dropbox account.
  • Page 126: 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. Select a file to open it with an appropriate application. To sort the files by size, tap Sort by size.
  • Page 127: Travel & Local

    Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword.
  • Page 128: About Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
  • Page 129 Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. Tap Wi-Fi → → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
  • Page 130 Settings Airplane mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation. • M obile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. •...
  • Page 131 Settings More networks Customise settings to control networks. Mobile networks • M obile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. •...
  • Page 132: Device

    Settings Device Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • V olume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • V ibration intensity: Adjust the force of the vibration notification. •...
  • Page 133 Settings Display Change the settings for the display. • 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. • T ouch key light duration: Set the duration for the touch button backlight. •...
  • Page 134 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 135 Settings Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings. • H ome screen: Select a background image for the Home screen. • L ock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen. • H ome and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen.
  • Page 136 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 137 Settings • M agnification gestures: Set the device to zoom in and out with finger gestures. • N otification reminder: Activate or deactivate beep sounds for new notifications. • A ccessibility shortcut: Set the device to activate Talkback when you press and hold the Power button, and then tap and hold the screen with two fingers.
  • Page 138 Settings SIM card manager Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. • V oice call: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls. • V ideo call: Select a SIM or USIM card for video calls. •...
  • Page 139 Settings • C all alerts: – Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call. – Call-end vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party ends a call. – Call connect tone: Activate or deactivate the call connection tone. –...
  • Page 140 Settings • R ingtones and keypad tones: – Ringtones: Add or select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. – Vibrations: Add or select a vibration pattern. – Vibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. –...
  • Page 141: Controls

    Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • I nput languages: Select languages for text input.
  • Page 142 • P en detection: Set the device to open the handwriting panel when the field is tapped with the S Pen. • H elp: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. • R eset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
  • Page 143 Settings Text-to-speech options • P referred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap • S peech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. • L isten to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device.
  • Page 144 • U se for all screens: Set the device to adjust the size and position of the current screen. • K eypad and in-call buttons: Set the device to adjust the size and position of the keypad. • S amsung keyboard: Set the device to adjust the size and position of the Samsung keyboard.
  • Page 145 Settings • A ir view finger options: – Information preview: View information in a pop-up window by pointing at items with your finger. – Progress preview: While playing music or videos, preview a scene or view the elapsed time by pointing at the progress bar with your finger. –...
  • Page 146 Settings Palm motion Activate the palm motion feature to control the device by touching the screen. • C apture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the screen. •...
  • Page 147: General

    General Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. 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.
  • Page 148 Settings Safety assistance Set the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. Press and hold the both sides of the Volume button for 3 seconds to send the message. • E dit emergency message: Edit the message that will be sent when you are in an emergency.
  • Page 149 Settings Application manager View and manage the applications on your device. Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device. 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. •...
  • Page 150 • 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. – Add account: Add or view your Samsung account.
  • Page 151 Settings • S ecurity policy updates: – Automatic updates: Set the device to check and download security updates automatically. – Preferred networks: Select a network connection option to check and download security updates automatically. – Check for updates: Check for security updates •...
  • Page 152 Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...
  • Page 153 • 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, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reinsert the battery and turn on the device to regain functionality.
  • Page 154 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • I f the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off.
  • Page 155 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 156 • 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 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 157 Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device.
  • Page 158 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). 03/2014. Rev.1.0...

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