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  • Page 1 SM-T230NU User Manual www.samsung.com...
  • Page 2 • Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software.
  • Page 3 No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
  • Page 4 About this manual Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ • Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Protected Setup , Wi-Fi Direct...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting started Setting up accounts Transferring files Device layout Securing the device Buttons Upgrading the device Package contents Charging the battery Inserting a memory card Communication Turning the device on and off Contacts Holding the device Email Locking and unlocking the device Gmail Adjusting the volume...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Application & media stores Travel & local Play Store Maps Samsung Apps Play Books Settings Play Music Play Games About Settings Play Movies Connections Play Newsstand Device Next Issue Controls 100 General 103 Google Settings Utilities Memo...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

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

  • Page 8: Buttons

    Getting started • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    • Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

  • Page 10: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. • When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
  • Page 11 • If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

  • Page 12: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customizing these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •...
  • Page 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

    Getting started 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. → Settings → General → Storage → Format SD card → On the Home screen, tap Format SD card →...

  • Page 15: 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. 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.
  • Page 16 Getting started At the Enable Explore by Touch screen, tap OK or Cancel (for more information on Explore by Touch, see below). Explore by Touch Explore by Touch is a feature within Talkback that tells you what you are touching on the screen before the action is completed.

  • Page 17: 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 Wi-Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS activated Smart screen feature activated Connected to computer Alarm activated Mute mode activated...

  • Page 18: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Using the touch screen Use only fingers to operate the touch screen. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 19 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options. 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.
  • Page 20 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 21: 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 → Settings → Controls → Palm motion, and then drag the Palm motion switch to the right. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs.
  • Page 22 Basics Sweeping Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.

  • Page 23: Using Multi Window

    Basics Using Multi Window Use this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time. • Only applications on the Multi Window tray can run. • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. →...
  • Page 24 Basics Tap and hold an application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to the screen. Release the application icon when the screen turns blue. Tap and hold another application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to a new location.
  • Page 25 Basics Sharing content between applications You can easily share content between applications, such as Email and Internet, by dragging and dropping them. Some applications may not support this feature. Launch Email and Internet in a split screen Multi Window. Access the Multi Window options Tap the circle between the application windows, and then tap Tap the circle between application windows to access the following options:...
  • Page 26 Basics Tap and hold an item in the Internet window and drag it to a location in the Email window.

  • Page 27: Notifications

    Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report 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 28: 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...
  • Page 29 Basics Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Pinch on the screen and tap Moving a panel Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. Removing a panel Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the trash can at the top of the screen.

  • Page 30: Applications Screen

    Basics Using widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen. • Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges.
  • Page 31 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 and Play Store, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications Tap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it.

  • Page 32: 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 33: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Select input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use.
  • Page 34 Basics Changing language keyboards Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards. Handwriting Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered.

  • Page 35: 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, place the cursor at the point where it should be inserted, and →...

  • Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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 39: 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 40: Communication

    Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact...
  • Page 41 Tap → Merge accounts → Merge with Google. Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung Tap → Merge accounts → Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list.
  • Page 42 Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts Tap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts Tap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts Tap → Share namecard via → Multiple contacts, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method.
  • Page 43 Communication Contact groups Tap Groups. Creating a group , set details for the group, add contacts, and then tap Save. Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap → Add member. Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Managing groups Tap , and then take one of the following actions: •...

  • Page 44: Email

    Communication Business card Tap Contacts. Create a business card and send it to others. Tap Set up my 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, and then tap to edit.
  • Page 45 Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

  • Page 46: Gmail

    Communication Gmail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Gmail on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may be labeled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 47 Communication Reading messages Delete the message. Mark the message as unread. Keep the message for long-term Move the message to another storage. mailbox. Access additional options. Reply to all recipients or print the message. Forward the message to others. Reply to the message. Preview attachment.

  • Page 48: 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 49: Photos

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

  • Page 50: Web & Network

    Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. Tap to access additional options while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address.

  • Page 51: Chrome

    Web & network History → Bookmarks → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap Saved pages → Bookmarks → 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, on the Applications screen, tap My Files →...

  • Page 52: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.

  • Page 53: Watchon

    Use this application to use your tablet as a remote control for your TV or to watch live TV on your mobile device. Tap Samsung → WatchON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 54 Web & network Tap and open the control panel to control the TV. Setting program reminders Tap Timeline at the bottom of the screen and select a time for a TV program you want to watch. Select a program, and then tap .

  • Page 55: Media

    Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play. Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen. Search for other devices to play Access additional options.
  • Page 56 Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Player → Smart Volume. When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing.

  • Page 57: 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. 62) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • The camera automatically shuts off when unused. • Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.
  • Page 58 Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • Auto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.
  • Page 59 Media Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode. Taking videos Taking a video Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap to take a video.
  • Page 60 Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video.
  • Page 61 Media Configuring settings for Camera to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode used. • Photo size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more memory.

  • Page 62: Gallery

    Media Shortcuts Reorganize shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options. Tap and tap and hold a shortcut icon. Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slot at the top of the screen. Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.
  • Page 63 Media Editing images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Favorite: Add to the favourites list. • Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • Photo frame: Use this to add a frame and a note to an image. The edited image is saved in the Photo frame folder.
  • Page 64 Media Setting as wallpaper When viewing an image, tap → Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a contact. Tagging faces When viewing an image, tap → Settings → Tags, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognized face.

  • Page 65: Video

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

  • Page 66: Youtube

    Media Sharing videos Tap → Share via, select videos, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it.

  • Page 67: 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 68: Samsung Apps

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

  • Page 69: Play Music

    Application & media stores Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service. Tap Play Music on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Games Use this application to download and play games.

  • Page 70: Next Issue

    Application & media stores Next Issue This application provides a 30 day free trial of Next Issue, which gives you unlimited access to over 100 magazines.

  • Page 71: Utilities

    Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Adding and managing categories Create categories to sort and manage your memos. To add a new category, tap → Add category, enter a category name, and then tap OK. To delete a category, tap →...

  • Page 72: Calendar

    Utilities Browsing memos Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To search for a memo, tap To send a memo to others, tap → Select, select a memo, and then tap . To print memos by connecting the device to a printer, tap → Select, select memos, and then tap .
  • Page 73 Utilities To quickly add an event or task, 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 74: Dropbox

    Utilities Changing calendar type Tap the top left of the screen, and then select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others. Searching for events or tasks , and then enter a keyword to search for. To view today’s events or tasks, tap Today at the top of the screen.

  • Page 75: Cloud

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

  • Page 76: Drive

    Utilities Drive Use this application to create and edit documents and share them with others via Google Drive storage. When you create documents or upload files to Google Drive, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computer with Google Drive installed. Access your files without transferring or downloading.
  • Page 77 Utilities Reading documents Tap a document in Recent Documents or in a folder. Tap or , and then use one of the following functions: Word processor • Find: Search for text. • Zoom: Change the view size. • Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author. •...
  • Page 78 Utilities Spreadsheet • Find: Search for text. • Zoom: Change the view size. • Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author. • Sort: Sort cells by specific criteria. • Show Formulas: View the formulas inside cells instead of their calculated results. •...

  • Page 79: Alarm

    Utilities Alarm Use this application to set alarms for important events. Tap Alarm on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Setting alarms , set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save.

  • Page 80: World Clock

    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 . World Clock Use this application to check the time of many major cities in the world.
  • Page 81 Utilities S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various functions. Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...

  • Page 82: Google

    Utilities Google Use this application to search the Internet, as well as applications and their contents on the device. 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 Utilities After selecting a category, tap , and then use one of the following options: • Select: Select files or folders. • Sort by: Sort files or folders. • Add to favourite folders: Add a shortcut to the folder in Favourite folders. •...

  • Page 85: Kids Mode

    Utilities Changing the view mode to change the view mode. Creating folders , enter a name for the folder, and then tap OK. Adding shortcuts to folders Add a shortcut to frequently-used folders in Favourite folders. Select a folder and tap → Add to Favourite folders.
  • Page 86 Utilities Kids mode home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of apps in kids mode. Kids Voice Recorder Kids Drawing Kids Gallery Kids Media Kids Camera Exit kids mode Access parental control Use this app to view saved images, drawings, voice recordings, and media files that you allow your child to access.
  • Page 87 Utilities Kids mode play area Scroll right on the Home screen to open kids mode play area. You can interact with characters, background objects, and more.

  • Page 88: 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 89: 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 90 Settings Setting Network notification The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi → → Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
  • Page 91 Settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount. • Data usage cycle: Enter monthly reset date to monitor your data usage. To use more options, tap . • Auto sync data: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. You can select what information to sync for each account in Settings →...

  • Page 92: Device

    • Screen lock sound: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen. • SAMSUNG APPLICATIONS: Change the notification settings for each application. • Sound when tapped: Set the device to sound when a key is touched.
  • Page 93 Settings Display Change the settings for the display. • Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. • Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. • Daydream: Set the device to launch a screensaver when your device is connected to a desktop dock or charging.
  • Page 94 Settings • Personal message: Edit the personal message. – Edit personal information: Edit the personal message. • Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock. • Unlock effect: Select an effect when you unlock the screen. • Help text: Set the device to show the help text on the locked screen. Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings.
  • Page 95 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. • Auto rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device. •...
  • Page 96 • Google subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Google and to change the closed caption settings. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Samsung and to change the closed caption settings.

  • Page 97: Controls

    Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • Select input languages: Select languages for text input. • Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and show word suggestions.
  • Page 98 • Sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • Help: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. • Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
  • Page 99 Settings Text-to-speech options • PREFERRED TTS ENGINE: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap • Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature. • Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example. •...

  • Page 100: 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. • Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server.
  • Page 101 Settings Accessories Change the accessory settings. • Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desktop dock. • Audio output mode: Set the device to use the dock speaker when connected to a desktop dock.
  • Page 102 • Remote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – ACCOUNT REGISTRATION: Add or view your Samsung account.

  • Page 103: Google Settings

    Settings About device Access device information, edit the device name, or update device software. Google Settings Use this application to configure settings for some features provided by Google. Tap Google Settings on the Applications screen.
  • Page 104 • Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or restart the device to regain functionality.
  • Page 105 Troubleshooting If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Signals are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the network. Move to another area and try again.
  • Page 106 • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 107 • If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • Ensure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 108 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 109 • 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 110 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 111 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 112 Health and Safety 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. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.
  • Page 113 Health and Safety burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation. Use caution when exposed to flashing lights • While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too close to your eyes. •...
  • Page 114 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 115 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 116 Health and Safety • In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords on your accounts to protect your personal information. • Avoid using applications from unknown sources and lock your device with a pattern, password, or PIN. Do not distribute copyright-protected material •...
  • Page 117 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 118 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 119 SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6 W/kg are considered safe for use by the public. The highest reported SAR value for the SM-T230NU is: Body: 1.1 W/kg This device has been tested and meets RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the mobile device 0mm from the body.
  • Page 120 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 (CA). 04/2014. Rev.1.0...

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