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Samsung GT-N8010 User Manual

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Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your
device depending on the software of the device or your service
provider.
To install Kies (PC Sync)
1. Download the latest version of Kies from the
Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and
install it on your PC.
2. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC.
Samsung Kies will launch automatically.
Refer to the Kies help for more information.
www.samsung.com
English (CA). 09/2012. Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 1. Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. 2. Using a USB cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com English (CA). 09/2012. Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 GT-N8010 user manual...

  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    Built on the Google Android operating system, the Samsung mobile device gives you access to thousands of useful and entertaining applications to enrich your mobile web experience.
  • Page 4 Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 5 No part of this user manual 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. Using this manual...
  • Page 6 Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered ● trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ™ ™ ™ The Android logo, Google , Google Maps , Gmail ● ™ ™ ™ YouTube , Google Play Store, and Google Talk trademarks of Google, Inc.
  • Page 7 ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX ® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com Certified for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Assembling ............11 Unpack ....................11 Charge the battery ................12 Insert a memory card (optional) ..........14 Getting started ..........17 Turn your device on and off ............17 Get to know your device ............... 18 Use the S Pen and the touch screen ........22 Get to know the Home screen ...........
  • Page 9 Play Store ..................... 60 YouTube ....................61 Video Hub ................... 62 Maps ...................... 62 Latitude ....................64 Navigation ................... 65 Samsung Apps .................. 66 S Suggest ..................... 66 Communication ..........67 Gmail ..................... 67 Email ...................... 69 Talk ......................71 ChatON ....................
  • Page 10 PC connections ................. 99 Wi-Fi ..................... 101 Wi-Fi Direct ..................104 AllShare Cast ..................105 AllShare Play ..................106 Bluetooth ................... 109 GPS ....................... 111 TV connections ................112 VPN connections ................114 Tools ..............116 Alarm ....................116 Calculator ..................117 Downloads ..................
  • Page 11 Wallpaper ..................127 Motion ....................127 Power saving ..................128 Storage ....................128 Battery ....................128 Applications manager ..............129 Accounts and sync ................ 129 Location services ................129 Security ....................129 Language and input ..............131 Back up and reset ................133 Pen ......................

  • Page 12: Assembling

    Check your product box for the following items: Mobile device ● Quick start guide ● Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. The items supplied with your device and available ●...

  • Page 13: Charge The Battery

    Your device has a built-in battery. Before using the device for the first time or when the battery has been unused for an extended period, you must charge the battery. Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unauthorized chargers can cause batteries to explode or damage your device.
  • Page 14 If your device is not charging properly, bring your ● device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the USB power adapter and USB cable from the device, and then from the power outlet.

  • Page 15: Insert A Memory Card (Optional)

    64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card and can corrupt data stored on the card.

  • Page 16: Remove A Memory Card

    Open the cover of the memory card slot. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Close the memory card cover. › Remove a memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

  • Page 17: Format A Memory Card

    › Format a memory card Formatting a memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format memory cards used in your device only on the device. Open the application list and select Settings → Storage → Format SD card →...

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key and select Power off →...

  • Page 19: Get To Know Your Device

    Get to know your device › Device layout Getting started...
  • Page 20 Number Function Power/Reset/Lock key Volume key Speaker Memory card slot Multifunction jack Front camera lens Ambient light sensor Microphone Headset jack Internal antenna Rear camera lens S Pen slot IrLED Flashbulb 1. Connecting a headset to your device improperly can damage the headset jack or the headset.

  • Page 21: Indicator Icons

    › Keys Function Turn on the device (press and hold); Power/ access the device options (press and Reset hold); lock the touch screen; reset Lock the device (press and hold for 8-10 seconds.) Volume Adjust the device’s volume. › Indicator icons Icons shown on the bottom of the screen may vary depending on your region or service provider.
  • Page 22 Flight mode activated Music playback in progress Error occurred or caution required Smart stay activated Battery power level Current time 10:00 AM 3. If you use a charger that is not approved by Samsung, this indicator will not appear. Getting started...

  • Page 23: Use The S Pen And The Touch Screen

    Samsung dealer. If your S Pen is not working properly, replace the tip of ● the S pen or take it to a Samsung Service Centre. For best results, keep the S Pen mostly perpendicular ● to the touch screen and avoid using it at sharp angles.
  • Page 24 Control your touch screen with the following actions: Tap: Touch once with your finger or the supplied S Pen to ● select or launch a menu, option, or application. Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than ●...

  • Page 25: Get To Know The Home Screen

    Get to know the Home screen When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the Home screen. From the Home screen, you can view indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and other items. Scroll left or right to a panel of the Home screen. The above screen may differ depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 26: System Bar

    System bar From the system bar, you can quickly navigate screens, access applications, view system information, and more. Number Function Capture the current screen; capture the current screen and open the drawing pad (tap and hold). Return to the previous screen. Return to the Home screen;...
  • Page 27 › Add a widget on the Home screen Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. The widgets available may vary depending on your region or service provider. Open the application list and select Widgets to open the widget panel.
  • Page 28 Add, remove, or reorganize panels: To add a new panel, select ● To remove a panel, tap and hold the panel’s thumbnail ● image, and then drag it to the garbage can. To set a panel for the default Home screen, select ●...

  • Page 29: Access Applications

    Access applications From the Home screen, select to access the application list. Scroll left or right to another screen. You can also select one of the dots at the bottom of the screen to move directly to the corresponding screen. Select an application.

  • Page 30: Customize Your Device

    Customize your device Get more from your device by customizing it to match your preferences. › Change the language of the display Open the application list and select Settings → Language and input → Language. Select the language you want. ›...

  • Page 31: Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

    Select Set wallpaper. If you selected an item from Gallery, move or resize the blue frame by dragging it, and then select Done. Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your device. ›...
  • Page 32 If you forget your PIN or password, bring your device ● to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security ● codes or private information or other damages caused by illegal software.
  • Page 33 Set an unlock PIN Open the application list and select Settings → Security → Screen lock → PIN. Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Continue. Enter the PIN again and select OK. Set an unlock password Open the application list and select Settings Security →...

  • Page 34: Enter Text

    You can also enter text with your voice. Select and a voice input option, according to the language you want to use. › Enter text using the Samsung keypad Enter text by selecting alphanumeric keys and you can use the following keys: Number Function Change case.

  • Page 35: Copy And Paste Text

    Number Function Start a new line. Attach an item. Insert a space. When Predictive text (XT9) mode is activated, the device predicts words based on your input and shows word suggestions. p. 132 ► › Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications.

  • Page 36: Using Special Features

    Using special features Your device can be used as a powerful notepad, thanks to multiple features that help you input text, capture drawings, and use motion controls or voice commands. Learn basic S Pen actions Your device is supplied with a specialized S Pen. With the S Pen, you can perform the following actions: Tap: Tap an item or area on the screen to select an item, ●...

  • Page 37: Learn Advanced S Pen Actions

    Learn advanced S Pen actions With the S Pen, you can also perform the following advanced actions. Back While pressing the S Pen button, drag the S Pen to the left to return to the previous screen. Menu While pressing the S Pen button, drag the S Pen down to open a list of options available on the current screen.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Tip Of S Pen

    Replacing the tip of S Pen If the tip is worn or it seems the S Pen is not working properly, replace the tip with a new one. If the S Pen is not working properly after replacing the tip, make sure the tip is fully inserted until it reaches the end.
  • Page 39 › Tilt While holding the device with two hands, tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. › Tap and hold an item on the screen, and then pan the device to the left or right to move the item to another page on the home screen or application list.

  • Page 40: Use Handwriting Mode

    Use Handwriting mode From the Samsung keypad, you can switch to Handwriting mode to enter text more easily. To switch to Handwriting mode, tap and hold , and then select without lifting from screen. Write your text on the handwriting panel.
  • Page 41 Write characters upright (do not slant). ● E.g. Recognised Write characters upright (do not slant). ● - Recognized E.g. Not recognised - Not recognized Do not write characters on top of one another. ● E.g. Recognised Do not write characters on top of one another. ●...
  • Page 42 - Supporting recognition of individual characters acters on top of one another. - Supporting recognition of words and phrases In some languages, cursive writing can be recognized. ● (Cursive writing recognition) ages can recognise not only individual - For languages in which cursive writing is recognized, aracters written together that make connected character writing should also be recognized.
  • Page 43 phrases.) The languages that do and do not supp and phrase should be listed in this guide. (All lang which support Handwriting SIP should support w - A language that supports cursive writing: English phrases.) Languages that support words and phrases: En UK, English US, Čeština, Български, Dansk, Deu Ελληνικά, Español, Eesti, Suomi, Français, Hrvats Magyar, íslenska, Italiano, Қазақ,...

  • Page 44: Use S Note

    Use S Note With S Note, you can create notes by inserting various multimedia content into notes and add a note shortcut to the home screen. S Note provides various templates to help you create notes easily. Note/Idea note: You can create a simple note from an ●...
  • Page 45 Number Function Switch between View and Edit modes. Draw a sketch; change the pen settings (double-tap). p. 45 ► Use productivity tools. p. 46 ► Enter text with the keyboard; change the text settings (double-tap). p. 45 ► Erase your text or sketch; change the eraser thickness or clear your input (double-tap).
  • Page 46 To add a page, select . ● To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and spread ● them apart. To zoom out, move your fingers closer together. When zoomed in, drag with two fingers to scroll through the screen. When you are finished, select Save.
  • Page 47 To change the text attributes, double-tap ● Number Function Select an option. View or change the current attributes. Change the text colour. › Use productivity tools Open the application list and select S Note. → Select a template. Double-tap and select a tool. Formula match: Convert a handwritten formula to a ●...
  • Page 48 › Tutorial for handwritten formulas and figures Write a formula on a single line. If you write a long formula ● or a formula on more than one line, the device will convert the formula incorrectly. Unclosed parenthesis or missing figure in the square root ●...

  • Page 49: View Notes

    When you draw an arrow, draw the body of the arrow first. ● When you draw the head of an arrow, draw it in one stroke. ● › View notes Open the application list and select S Note. Select to search for a note (if necessary). Select a note.
  • Page 50 Set as shortcut. select To print the note using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, select ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Save as. To save the note for other name, select ● ›...
  • Page 51 › Synchronize notes You can synchronize your notes with the web server. Open the application list and select S Note. Sync → → Select an option. Sync. → Select notes to sync → Sync all. To synchronize all notes, select Enter your email address and password, and then select Login.

  • Page 52: Use The Quick Note Pad

    Use the quick note pad From any screen, you can create a quick note of text and sketches. While pressing the S Pen button, double-tap the screen to open the quick note pad. Enter text or draw a sketch. Number Function Draw a sketch;...

  • Page 53: Use S Planner

    Use S Planner Your device provides you with a powerful planner to help you organize your schedules and tasks more conveniently and effectively. You can create and view events, add items, and change view modes. To launch S Planner, open the application list and select S Planner.
  • Page 54 Select Add event, and then enter details. To search for and add a location view, select ● To add a note, select Notes → Add link to S Note. ● To add an image, select Images → Take picture or ●...

  • Page 55: View An Event Or Task

    › View an event or task Open the application list and select S Planner. Select to search for an event or task (if necessary). To limit the range of your search, select All → an option. Select a date on the calendar. To select today’s date, select Today.

  • Page 56: Web

    Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. The web browser menu may be labelled differently ● depending on your region or service provider. Available icons may vary depending on your region or ● service provider. › Browse web pages Open the application list and select Internet to launch your homepage.
  • Page 57 Number Function Close the current tab. Move backward or forward to web pages in history. Reload the current web page. While the device is loading web pages, this icon changes to , which stops the page loading. Open a new tab. Open another application.

  • Page 58: Search For Information By Voice

    ● Downloads. To print the web page using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, ● Print. Your device is compatible only with → select some Samsung printers. → Settings. To customize browser settings, select ● › Search for information by voice This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.

  • Page 59: Add A Bookmark

    › Open multiple pages You can open multiple pages and switch back and forth between them. Open the application list and select Internet. Select to open a new tab. Access another web page on the new tab. To switch back and forth between currently open tabs, select the title of a tab.
  • Page 60 To use bookmark options, select and tap and hold a bookmark: To open the web page in the current tab, select Open. ● To open the web page in a new tab, select Open in new ● tab. To edit the bookmark, select Edit bookmark. ●...

  • Page 61: Game Hub

    Game Hub Learn to access games. Open the application list and select Game Hub. Select a game service. Search for and access games. The games available may vary depending on your region or service provider. Play Books Browse and download book files with Google Play Books. You can read book files on your device.

  • Page 62: Youtube

    › Download and install an application Open the application list and select Play Store. → Play Store at the top right of the You can also select application list. If you are launching this application for the first time, select Accept. Search for an application and download it to the device.

  • Page 63: Video Hub

    › Upload videos Open the application list and select YouTube. → Sign in, and then select your Google account Select if it is linked to YouTube. You can also select Add account and set up an account to sign in YouTube. Select UPLOAD, and then select a video.

  • Page 64: Search For A Specific Location

    › Search for a specific location Open the application list and select Maps. The map will display your current location. Select Enter a keyword for the location. To search for a location by voice, select . Select the location you want to view details. To view the all of the search result, select Search ●...

  • Page 65: Latitude

    › Get directions to a specific destination Open the application list and select Maps. Select Enter the addresses of the starting location and the ending location. To enter an address from your contact list or starred → places, or point the location on the map, select option.

  • Page 66: Navigation

    Navigation Learn to use the GPS navigation system to find and show your destination with voice guidance. Navigation maps, your current location, and other ● navigational data may differ from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving and follow all safety warnings and regulations while driving.

  • Page 67: Samsung Apps

    Samsung Apps Samsung Apps allows you to simply and easily download an abundance of applications directly to your device. Featuring a wealth of games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, health related applications and more, Samsung Apps gives you instant access to a huge choice of mobile experience.

  • Page 68: Communication

    Communication Gmail ™ You can retrieve new email messages from Gmail to your Inbox. When you access this application, the Inbox screen appears. The total number of unread messages displays in the title bar and unread messages display in bold. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ●...

  • Page 69: View An Email Message

    › View an email message Open the application list and select Gmail. Select to update the message list. Select an email message. From the message view, use the following options: To create a new message, select ● To search for an email message, select ●...

  • Page 70: Email

    Email Learn to send or view email messages via your personal or company email account. › Set up an email account Open the application list and select Email. Enter your email address and password. Select Next (for general email accounts) or Manual setup (for other company email accounts).
  • Page 71 › View an email message When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved email offline or connect to the email server to view new messages. After retrieving email messages, you can view them offline. Open the application list and select Email. Select to update the message list.

  • Page 72: Talk

    To print the message using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with some select Samsung printers. To save the email addresses of the recipients to your email ● → Save as group. address as a group of contacts, select →...

  • Page 73: Chaton

    › Add friends to your friend list Open the application list and select Talk → Enter an email address of the friend and select DONE. When your friend accepts the invitation, the friend is added to your friend list. › Start a chat Open the application list and select Talk.

  • Page 74: Messenger

    Messenger Learn to send and receive instant messages to friends and family with the Google+ messenger instant messaging service. Open the application list and select Messenger. If you are launching this application for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

  • Page 75: Entertainment

    Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: Download from the wireless web. p. 55 ► ● Download from a PC with Samsung Kies. p. 99 ► ● Receive via Bluetooth. p. 111 ►...

  • Page 76: Create A Playlist

    Tap the music player field. Control playback with the virtual keys. During playback, select to access the following options: To add music files to a playlist, select Add to playlist → ● New playlist. To listen to music via a Bluetooth headset, select Via ●...

  • Page 77: Music Hub

    › Customize music player settings Open the application list and select Music Player. → Settings. Select Adjust the following settings to customize your music player: Option Function SoundAlive Select a sound effect. Play speed Change the playback speed. Set to display lyrics during playback Lyrics (when available).

  • Page 78: Camera

    Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. The camera automatically turns off when you do not ● use it for a specified period. The memory capacity may differ depending on the ● shooting scene or shooting conditions. ›...
  • Page 79 Number Function View the storage location. Switch to the camcorder. Capture a photo. View photos you have taken. To zoom in, place two fingers on the screen and slowly spread them apart. To zoom out, pinch them together. You can also zoom in or out with the Volume key. Tap where you want to focus on the preview screen.
  • Page 80 → Print. Your To print the photo via Wi-Fi or USB, select ● device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Rename. To change the name of a file, select ● To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ●...

  • Page 81: Customize Camera Settings

    › Change the shooting mode You can take photos with various shooting modes. To change → Shooting mode → the shooting mode, select option. Option Function Set the device to recognize people’s faces Smile shot and automatically take a photo of them when they smile.
  • Page 82 Option Function Scene mode Change the scene mode. Adjust the exposure value to change the Exposure value brightness. Take close-up photos or set the camera to Focus mode focus on the subject automatically. Select the length of the delay before the Timer camera takes a photo.

  • Page 83: Record A Video

    Option Function Set the camera to include location information for your photos. To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting ● in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings GPS tag or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
  • Page 84 Number Function Use camcorder shortcuts. : Switch to the front camera lens and ● record a video of yourself. : Change the flash setting. ● : Change the recording mode (for ● attaching to an email or for saving normally). : Apply a special effect.
  • Page 85 Tap where you want to focus on the preview screen. The focus frame moves to the place you tap and changes to green when the subject is in focus. Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. After recording videos, select the image viewer to view the recorded videos.
  • Page 86 › Customize camcorder settings Before recording a video, select to access the following options: Option Function Edit shortcuts Edit shortcuts to frequently used options. Switch between the front and rear camera Self recording lenses. Change the flash setting; you can Flash manually turn the flash on or off.

  • Page 87: Video Player

    › Edit the shortcut icons You can add or remove shortcuts to frequently-used options. Edit shortcuts. → From the preview screen, select Tap and hold an icon from the option list and drag it to the shortcut area. To remove shortcuts, tap and hold an icon and drag it to the option list.

  • Page 88: Play A Video

    › Play a video Open the application list and select Video Player. Select a video. Control playback with the following keys: Number Function Mute the video. Change the ratio of the video screen. Scan forwards or backwards in the file by dragging or tapping the bar.
  • Page 89 Number Function Pause playback; select to resume playback. Insert a bookmark. Skip to the next file; scan forwards in the file (tap and hold). While playing a video, use the following options: To switch to the floating screen mode, select .

  • Page 90: Gallery

    › Customize video player settings → Settings. During playback, select Change the following options: Option Function Play speed Change the playback speed. Customize the settings for a subtitle Subtitles file. Set the video player to play the next Auto play next file automatically.

  • Page 91: View A Photo

    › View a photo Open the application list and select Gallery. → Select a folder an image. While viewing a photo, use the following options: To view more photos, scroll left or right. ● To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and ●...
  • Page 92 Print. Your → To print the photo via Wi-Fi or USB, select ● device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. → Rename. To change the name of a file, select ● To search for devices that have media sharing activated, ●...

  • Page 93: Video Maker

    › Play a video Open the application list and select Gallery. → Select a folder a video (indicated by icon). Select to begin playback. Control playback with the keys. p. 87 ► During playback, select to access the following options: To send the video to others or share it, select Share via.

  • Page 94: Trim A Segment Of A Video

    Select a category. Tap and hold a file, and then drag it to the bottom panel of the screen. To delete images or videos, tap and hold an item, and ● then drag it to the rubbish bin. To rearrange images or videos, tap and hold an item, ●...

  • Page 95: Split A Video

    › Split a video Launch the video editor and open a video file. Select the thumbnail. Drag the thumbnail at the bottom of the screen to place the black dotted line. Select Save the edited video. › Apply an effect to a video Launch the video editor and open a video file.
  • Page 96 › Insert a drawing in a video Launch the video editor and open a video file. Select the thumbnail. Drag the thumbnail at the bottom of the screen to place the black dotted line. Select on the preview screen, and then draw on the screen with the following tools: Icon Function...

  • Page 97: Personal Information

    Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. › Create a contact Open the application list and select Contacts. If you have not already entered your Google information, the Make it Google screen opens.

  • Page 98: Import Or Export Contacts

    Once you find a contact, you can use the following options: To edit the contact information, select ● → To delete the contact, select ● To send an email message, select ● To add the contact to your favourites, select ●...

  • Page 99: Create Your Namecard

    › Create your namecard Open the application list and select Contacts. Select Contacts. Select Set up my profile at the top of the contact list. Enter your personal details and select Save. You can send your namecard to others by selecting →...

  • Page 100: Connectivity

    PC. Data transfers may fail when using a USB hub. › Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website. Samsung Kies will work on both Windows and Macintosh computers.

  • Page 101: Connect As A Media Device

    › Synchronize with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. Connect your device to a PC with a USB cable. Open Windows Media Player and synchronize music files. › Connect as a media device You can connect your device to a PC and access media files stored on your device.

  • Page 102: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi Learn to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate and connect to any wireless local area network (WLAN) compatible with the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n 2.4+5GHz standards. You can connect to the internet or other network devices anywhere an access point or wireless hotspot is available. ›...

  • Page 103: Add A Wi-Fi Network Manually

    › Add a Wi-Fi network manually Open the application list and select Settings → Wi-Fi → Add Wi-Fi network. Enter an SSID for the network and select a security type. Set the security settings depending on the selected security type. Select Save.
  • Page 104 › Set the static IP settings Open the application list and select Settings → Wi-Fi. Select a network under Wi-Fi networks, and then check the check box next to Show advanced options. Select the drop-down menu under IP settings. Select Static. Change the IP settings for the network such as IP address, Gateway, Network prefix length, DNS.

  • Page 105: Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi Direct Learn to use the Wi-Fi Direct feature to connect two devices via Wi-Fi without requiring an access point. › Connect your device to another device Open the application list and select Settings More → settings → Wi-Fi Direct. Drag the Wi-Fi Direct switch to the right.

  • Page 106: Allshare Cast

    AllShare Cast Learn to connect your device to a large screen by using an AllShare Cast dongle, and then display your contents. This feature may be unavailable depending on your ● region or service provider. Some files may be buffered while playing depending ●...

  • Page 107: Allshare Play

    AllShare Play. To use the AllShare Play service, you must sign in to your Samsung account, and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To get more details about using AllShare Play, →...
  • Page 108 › Play a file on a nearby device Supported file formats may differ depending on ● connected device’s media player. Some files may be buffered while playing depending ● on the network connection. Open the application list and select AllShare Play. Select a registered device or storage that contains media files.
  • Page 109 Set to optimize the video quality for Video quality your device when playing videos settings saved on a computer. Lock AllShare Set to lock AllShare Play with the Play password for your Samsung account. Language Select a display language. About View AllShare Play information. Connectivity...

  • Page 110: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, ● or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.

  • Page 111: Send Data Via Bluetooth

    › Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature Open the application list, select Settings, and then drag the Bluetooth switch to the right. › Find and pair with another device Open the application list and select Settings → Bluetooth → Scan. Select a device.

  • Page 112: Gps

    › Receive data via Bluetooth Open the application list and select Settings → Bluetooth, and then check the check box next to your device name. To select the length of time that your device will be Visible time-out. → visible, select When prompted, enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and select OK (if necessary).

  • Page 113: Tv Connections

    › Activate location services You must activate location services to receive location information and search the map. Open the application list and select Settings → Location services. Change the following options: Option Function Use wireless Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks networks to find your location.
  • Page 114 Rotate the device counter-clockwise to landscape orientation. Select an option next to Set Up Smart Remote Now: Select Choose Brand → the brand of your TV. Select Test Power On/Off → Yes to check the connection between your device and TV. Select Done.

  • Page 115: Vpn Connections

    VPN connections You can create virtual private networks (VPN) and connect to your private network securely through a public network, such as the internet. Your device should already be configured with ● internet access. If you have trouble accessing the internet, you need to edit connections.

  • Page 116: Connect To A Private Network

    Option Function Select a certificate authority (CA) certificate that the VPN server will IPSec CA use to identify you. You can import certificate certificates from the VPN server or download them from the Internet. Select a server certificate that the VPN IPSec server server will use to identify you.

  • Page 117: Tools

    Tools Alarm Learn to set and control alarms for important events. › Set a new alarm Open the application list and select Alarm → Set alarm details. Check the check box next to Smart alarm to activate simulated nature sound prior to the main alarm. When you are finished, select Done.

  • Page 118: Calculator

    Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. Open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to a calculator to perform a basic or scientific calculation. Downloads Learn to manage logs of files you have downloaded from the web.

  • Page 119: Search

    › Activate Dropbox Open the application list and select Dropbox → Start. Enter an email address and password, and then select Log in. Select Next → Turn on. › Upload files to your Dropbox folder Open the application list and select Dropbox. Photos or videos or Other files.

  • Page 120: My Files

    My Files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored on your device. › Supported file formats Your device supports the following file formats: Type Format Image BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG Video MP4, 3GP, AVI, WMV, ASF, MKV, FLV, WEBM MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, MP4, 3GP, M4A, WMA,...

  • Page 121: Send Files

    › Create a folder Open the application list and select My Files. Select Enter a name and select Done. › Copy or move files Open the application list and select My Files. Check the check box next to folders or files to copy or cut. Select or .

  • Page 122: Polaris Office

    Polaris Office Learn to create or view Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF compatible files on your device. › Create a new document Open the application list and select Polaris Office. If you are launching this application for the first time, register as an online user or skip the registration.

  • Page 123: Open A Document

    You → Zoom In/Out. can also select To print the file using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, select ● → Print. Your device is compatible only with some Samsung printers. Available options may vary depending on a document type. Tools...

  • Page 124: Ps Touch

    › Manage documents online Open the application list and select Polaris Office. Select Clouds → an account. Enter your email address and password to access your account, and then select OK. View and manage your documents on the server. PS Touch Experience core Photoshop features, such as layers, selection tools, adjustments, filters and more to create professional looking images from your device.

  • Page 125: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu Open the application list and select Settings. Select a setting category, and then select an option. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.

  • Page 126: Nearby Devices

    › Set up and manage virtual private networks (VPNs). › Kies via Wi-Fi Connect your device to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi. › Nearby devices File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other DLNA ● certified devices to access media files on your device.

  • Page 127: Sound

    Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. Volume: Adjust the volume for various sounds on your ● device. Vibration intensity: Adjust the vibration intensity. ● Default notifications: Select a ringtone to alert you to ● events. Sound and vibration: Set the device to vibrate and play a ●...

  • Page 128: Wallpaper

    Quick launch: Change the quick launch application on ● the system bar. The shortcut icon changes to indicate the selected application. Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings. Home screen: Select a background image for the Home ● screen. Lock screen: Select a background image for the Lock ●...

  • Page 129: Power Saving

    Power saving Activate Power saving mode. To change the following settings for Power saving mode, deactivate Power saving mode. CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some system ● resource usage. Screen power saving: Set the device to decrease the ●...

  • Page 130: Applications Manager

    Applications manager View and manage the applications on your device. Accounts and sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronization. Location services Change the settings for location services. Use wireless networks: Set to use Wi-Fi and/or mobile ●...
  • Page 131 - Information ticker: Set to show news or stock information on the locked screen. Contents type: Select an information type. ▪ Sliding speed: Select a ticker speed. ▪ Settings: Change the ticker settings. ▪ - Clock: Set to show the clock on the locked screen. - Weather: Set to show the weather information and change the settings for the weather display.

  • Page 132: Language And Input

    Remote controls: Set to allow remote control of your ● device via the Internet when your device is lost or stolen. SamsungDive web page: Access the SamsungDive ● website to register your device for remote tracking and control. Make passwords visible: Set to show your passwords as ●...

  • Page 133: Google Voice Typing

    Key-tap vibration: Set the device to vibrate when you tap ● a key. Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when you tap a ● key. Tutorial: View the tutorial for using the Samsung keypad. ● Reset settings: Reset the Samsung keypad settings to the ● factory defaults. Settings...

  • Page 134: Back Up And Reset

    › Voice search The following options are available for Google voice recognition: Language: Select a language for Google voice recognition. ● SafeSearch: Select a level for filtering out explicit text and ● images from voice search results. Block offensive words: Set to hide offensive words from ●...

  • Page 135: Pen

    Hovering pen icon: Select to display the pen icon on the ● screen when the S pen is near the screen. Pen attach/detach sound: Set the device to sound when ● the S Pen is inserted into or pulled out from the slot. Battery saving: Set the screen not to respond to the S Pen ●...

  • Page 136: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features for those with physical challenges. Change the settings to improve accessibility to the device’s interface and features. Auto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate ● automatically when you rotate the device. Speak passwords: Set the device to read aloud passwords ●...

  • Page 137: Developer Options

    Developer options Change the settings for application development. USB debugging: Activate USB debugging mode when ● your device is connected to a computer by a USB cable. Development device ID: View your device’s development ● Allow mock locations: Allow mock locations and service ●...

  • Page 138: About Device

    About device View information about your device, such as model number and version. You can download and install firmware update with the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. To check for firmware updates, select Software update. Settings...

  • Page 139: Troubleshooting

    Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. ● Ensure that your device’s software is upgraded to the latest ● version. If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take your ● device to a Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 140 If the battery will no longer charge completely, you need to replace it with a new battery. Take your device to your local Samsung Service Centre. Your device is hot if touched When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended period of time, your device may feel hot.
  • Page 141 Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are ● within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 142 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 2.0 or Windows Media ● Player 10 or higher installed on your computer. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 143: Index

    Index alarms contacts creating 116 creating 96 deactivating 116 finding 96 stopping 116 importing or exporting 97 AllShare Cast 105 device customizing 29 AllShare Play 106 indicator icons 20 battery keys 20 charging 12 layout 18 Bluetooth notifications panel 27 activating 110 settings 124 finding and pairing with...
  • Page 144 Gmail 67 viewing 90 Play Books 60 Google Latitude 64 Polaris Office 121 Google Maps 62 Samsung Apps 66 Google Talk 71 Samsung Kies 99 getting directions 64 silent mode 29 searching for locations 63 S Note 43 sharing locations with...
  • Page 145 finding and connecting to networks 101 using WPS 102 world clock 123 YouTube uploading videos 62 watching videos 61 Index...

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