HMD T21 User Guide Table of Contents About this user guide 2 Get started Keys and parts ......... . .
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HMD T21 User Guide 1 About this user guide Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and ba�ery, read “Product and safety information” before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the user guide.
HMD T21 User Guide 2 Get started KEYS AND PARTS Your tablet This user guide applies to the following models: TA-1596, TA-1597, TA-1599. 1. Loudspeaker 7. SIM and memory card slot (TA-1596, TA- 1599), memory card slot (TA-1597) 2. USB connector 8.
HMD T21 User Guide headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to the audio connector, pay spe- cial a�ention to volume levels. Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be a�racted to the device. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic stripe cards near the device for extended periods of time, since the cards may be damaged.
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HMD T21 User Guide Insert the memory card TA-1597 1. Open the memory card tray: push the tray opener pin in the tray hole and slide the tray out. 2. Put the memory card in the memory card slot on the tray with the contact area face down.
HMD T21 User Guide CHARGE YOUR TABLET Charge the ba�ery 1. Plug a compatible charger into a wall outlet. 2. Connect the cable to your tablet. Your tablet supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your tablet from a computer with a USB cable, but it may take a longer time.
HMD T21 User Guide USE THE TOUCH SCREEN Important: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or other sharp object on the touch screen. Tap and hold to drag an item Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds, and slide your finger across the screen.
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HMD T21 User Guide Swipe Place your finger on the screen, and slide your finger in the direction you want. Scroll through a long list or menu Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen, and lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen.
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HMD T21 User Guide Zoom in or out Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page, and slide your fingers apart or together. Lock the screen orientation The screen rotates automatically when you turn the tablet 90 degrees.
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HMD T21 User Guide Navigate with keys To switch on the navigation keys, tap Se�ings > System > Gestures > System navigation > 3-bu�on navigation . • To see all your apps, on the home screen, • To close all the open apps, tap swipe up from the bo�om of the screen.
HMD T21 User Guide 3 Protect your tablet PROTECT YOUR TABLET WITH A SCREEN LOCK You can set your tablet to require authentication when unlocking the screen. Set a screen lock 1. Tap Se�ings > Security > Screen lock .
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HMD T21 User Guide • be switched on • be visible on Google Play • have location switched on • be signed into a Google Account • have Find My Device switched on • be connected to mobile data or Wi-Fi When Find My Device connects with your tablet, you see the tablet’s location, and the tablet...
HMD T21 User Guide 4 Basics CONTROL VOLUME Change the volume To change the volume of the tablet, press the volume keys. Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this may damage the device. Do not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an external device or headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to the audio connector, pay spe- cial a�ention to volume levels.
HMD T21 User Guide Correct a word If you notice that you have misspelled a word, tap it to see suggestions for correcting the word. Switch spell checker o� Tap Se�ings > System > Languages & input > Spell checker , and switch Use spell checker o�.
HMD T21 User Guide Make the items on the screen larger 1. Tap Se�ings > Accessibility > Text and display . 2. Tap Display size , and tap the display size slider until the size is to your liking. USE THE NIGHT LIGHT Switch on the night light If you need to look at your screen in dim light, switch on the night light.
HMD T21 User Guide 5 Camera CAMERA BASICS Take a photo Shoot sharp and vibrant photos – capture the best moments in your photo album. 1. Tap Camera . 2. Take aim and focus. 3. Tap �. Keep a safe distance when using the flash. Do not use the flash on people or animals at close range.
HMD T21 User Guide 6 Internet and connections ACTIVATE WI-FI Switch on Wi-Fi 1. Tap Se�ings > Network & internet > Internet . 2. Switch Wi-Fi on. 3. Select the connection you want to use. Your Wi-Fi connection is active when � is shown on the status bar at the top of the screen.
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HMD T21 User Guide 1. Tap Se�ings > Connected devices > 4. Tap Pair new device and tap the device Connection preferences > Bluetooth . you want to pair with from the list of dis- covered Bluetooth devices. 2. Switch on Use Bluetooth .
HMD T21 User Guide You may need a virtual private network (VPN) connection to access your company resources, such as intranet or corporate mail, or you may use a VPN service for personal purposes. Contact your company IT administrator for details of your VPN configuration, or check your VPN service’s website for additional info.
HMD T21 User Guide 7 Organize your day DATE AND TIME Set date and time Tap Se�ings > System > Date & time . Update the time and date automatically You can set your tablet to update the time, date, and time zone automatically. Automatic up- date is a network service and may not be available depending on your region or network ser- vice provider.
HMD T21 User Guide CALENDAR Manage calendars Tap Calendar > �, and select what type of calendar you want to see. Add an event 1. In Calendar , tap �. ten the event should repeat. 2. Type in the details you want, and set the 4.
HMD T21 User Guide 8 Maps FIND PLACES AND GET DIRECTIONS Find a spot Google Maps helps you find specific locations and businesses. 1. Tap Maps . 2. Write search words, such as a street address or place name, in the search bar.
HMD T21 User Guide 9 Apps, updates, and backups GET APPS FROM GOOGLE PLAY Add a Google account to your tablet To use Google Play services, you need to have a Google account added to your tablet. 1. Tap Se�ings > Passwords & accounts > Add account > Google .
HMD T21 User Guide BACK UP YOUR DATA To ensure your data is safe, use the backup feature in your tablet. Your device data (such as Wi-Fi passwords) and app data (such as se�ings and files stored by apps) will be backed up remotely.
HMD T21 User Guide 10 Product and safety information FOR YOUR SAFETY Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or against local laws and regulations. For further info, read the complete user guide. SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS Switch the device o�...
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HMD T21 User Guide AUTHORIZED SERVICE Only authorized personnel may install or repair this product. BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES Use only ba�eries, chargers, and other accessories approved by HMD Global Oy for use with this device. Do not connect incompatible products.
HMD T21 User Guide GLASS PARTS The device and/or its screen is made of glass. This glass can break if the device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch the glass parts of the device or a�empt to remove the broken glass from the device.
HMD T21 User Guide TAKE CARE OF YOUR DEVICE Handle your device, ba�ery, charger and accessories with care. The following suggestions help you keep your device operational. • Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humid- • Unauthorized modifications may damage ity, and all types of liquids or moisture can...
HMD T21 User Guide CROSSED-OUT WHEELIE BIN SYMBOL Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol The crossed-out wheelie-bin symbol on your product, ba�ery, literature, or packaging re- minds you that all electrical and electronic products and ba�eries must be taken to separate collection at the end of their working life. Remember to remove personal data from the device first.
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HMD T21 User Guide cold ba�ery may not work temporarily. Note that the ba�ery may drain quickly in cold temper- atures and lose enough power to switch o� the phone within minutes. When you are outdoors in cold temperatures, keep your phone warm.
HMD T21 User Guide SMALL CHILDREN Your device and its accessories are not toys. They may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. NICKEL The surface of this device is nickel-free. MEDICAL DEVICES Operation of radio transmi�ing equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with in- adequately shielded medical devices’...
HMD T21 User Guide PROTECT YOUR DEVICE FROM HARMFUL CONTENT Your device may be exposed to viruses and other harmful content. Take the following precau- tions: • Be cautious when opening messages. • Install antivirus and other security soft- They may contain malicious software or...
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HMD T21 User Guide Communications Commission (FCC). Refer to the following. Your handset is a radio transmi�er and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to ex- ceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Com- munications Commission of the U.S.
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HMD T21 User Guide guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turn- ing the equipment o� and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
HMD T21 User Guide Please refer to www.hmd.com/sar for the maximum SAR value of the device. ABOUT DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGEMENT When using this device, obey all laws and respect local customs, privacy and legitimate rights of others, including copyrights. Copyright protection may prevent you from copying, modify- ing, or transferring photos, music, and other content.
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HMD T21 User Guide a policy of continuous development. HMD Global reserves the right to make changes and im- provements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice. HMD Global does not make any representations, provide a warranty, or take any responsibil- ity for the functionality, content, or end-user support of third-party apps provided with your device.
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