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User Manual
SM-T311
2
About this manual
This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsungs
high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail
the devices functions and features.
•
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
•
Descriptions are based on the devices default settings.
•
Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.
•
Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers
or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the
manual, refer to the Samsung website,
www.samsung.com
.
•
Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Applications related to the content may not work
properly depending on the devices specifications and the environment that it is used in.
•
Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service
provider.
•
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. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.
•
Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
•
You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select
an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.
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3
•
Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
contact service providers.
•
Modifying the devices operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information
Copyright
Copyright © 2013 Samsung Electronics
This guide is protected under international copyright laws.
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.
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Trademarks
•
SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
•
The Android logo, Google
, Google Maps
, Google Mail
, YouTube
, Google Play
Store, and Google Talk
are trademarks of Google, Inc.
•
Bluetooth
®
is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
•
Wi-Fi
®
, Wi-Fi Protected Setup
, Wi-Fi Direct
, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
, and the Wi-Fi logo are
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
•
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
DivX
®
, DivX Certified
®
and associated logos are
trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are
used under licence.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO
DivX
®
is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is
an official DivX Certified
®
device that has passed rigorous testing to verify that it plays DivX
video. Visit
www.divx.com
for more information and software tools to convert your files into
DivX videos.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND
This DivX Certified
®
device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-
Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in
your device setup menu. Go to
vod.divx.com
for more information on how to complete your
registration.
DivX Certified
®
to play DivX
®
video up to HD 720p, including premium content.
Manufactured under licence from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Digital Plus, and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
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Table of Contents
Getting started
8 Device layout
9 Buttons
10 Package contents
11 Installing the SIM or USIM card
12 Charging the battery
14 Inserting a memory card
16 Turning the device on and off
16 Holding the device
17 Locking and unlocking the device
17 Adjusting the volume
17 Switching to silent mode
Basics
18 Indicator icons
19 Using the touch screen
22 Control motions
24 Activating Multi Window
25 Notifications
25 Quick setting panel
26 Home screen
29 Locked screen
30 Using applications
30 Applications screen
31 Help
32 Entering text
34 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
35 Setting up accounts
35 Transferring files
37 Securing the device
38 Upgrading the device
Communication
40 Phone
45 Contacts
49 Messaging
51 Email
52 Google Mail
54 Talk
55 Google+
55 Messenger
55 ChatON
Web & network
56 Internet
57 Chrome
58 Bluetooth
59 Screen Mirroring
60 Samsung Link
61 Group Play
62 WatchON
63 Smart Remote
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94 S Voice
95 Google
96 Voice Search
96 My Files
97 Downloads
97 TripAdvisor
Travel & local
98 Maps
99 Local
100 Navigation
Settings
101 About Settings
101 Wi-Fi
102 Bluetooth
102 Data usage
103 More settings
104 Blocking mode
104 Driving mode
105 Sound
105 Display
106 Storage
107 Power saving mode
107 Battery
107 Application manager
107 Location services
108 Lock screen
109 Security
Media
64 Music Player
65 Camera
71 Gallery
74 Story Album
76 Paper Artist
76 Video Player
78 YouTube
79 Flipboard
Application & media stores
80 Play Store
81 Samsung Apps
81 Game Hub
82 Music Hub
83 Play Music
83 Readers Hub
83 Learning Hub
Utilities
84 Memo
85 S Planner
87 Dropbox
88 Cloud
89 Polaris Office
91 Alarm
92 World Clock
93 Calculator
93 S Translator
Table of Contents
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110 Language and input
113 Cloud
114 Backup and reset
114 Add account
114 Motion
114 Voice control
115 Accessory
115 Date and time
116 Accessibility
117 About device
117 Google Settings
Troubleshooting
8
Getting started
Device layout
Menu button
Multipurpose jack
Light sensor
Home button
Touch screen
Back button
Microphone
Earpiece
Proximity sensor
Front camera
Volume button
Microphone for
speakerphone
IrLED
Power button
Speaker
Speaker
Memory card slot
GPS antenna
Rear camera
Main antenna
SIM card slot
Headset jack
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The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or
take videos.
•
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.
Buttons
Button Function
Power
•
Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
•
Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to reset the device if it has
fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.
•
Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.
Menu
•
Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.
•
Tap and hold on the Home screen to launch Google search.
Home
•
Press to return to the Home screen.
•
Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.
Back
•
Tap to return to the previous screen.
Volume
•
Press to adjust the device volume.
Getting started
10
Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
•
Device
•
Quick start guide
•
The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
•
The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
•
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.
•
Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.
•
Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.
Getting started
11
Installing the SIM or USIM card
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.
Only microSIM cards work with the device.
1
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
•
Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to
be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to
remove the memory card.
•
Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
2
Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.
Removing the SIM or USIM card
Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
Getting started
12
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 device emits a warning tone and displays a low
battery power message.
•
If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.
Charging with the charger
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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•
The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge
the battery.
•
If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
•
While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
devices lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.
•
If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the
device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to the electric socket
while charging.
Checking the battery charge status
When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current
battery charge status:
Charging Fully charged
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14
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options
and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:
•
When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.
•
Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
•
Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
•
Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
•
Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
•
Decrease the backlight time.
•
Decrease the brightness of the display.
Inserting a memory card
Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the
memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device.
•
Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
•
Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
•
The device supports only the FAT file system for memory cards. When inserting a
card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory
card.
•
Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
•
When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the
SD memory card
folder under the internal memory.
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15
1
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
2
Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap
Apps
Settings
Storage
Unmount SD card
.
Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
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.
Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
Settings
Storage
Format SD card
Format SD
card
Erase everything
.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored on the device. The manufacturers warranty does not cover loss
of data resulting from user actions.
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16
Turning the device on and off
When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.
•
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas
where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
•
Press and hold the Power button and tap
Flight mode
to disable the wireless
features.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap
Power off
.
Holding the device
Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity
problems or drain the battery.
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17
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. The device automatically gets locked
if it is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any
direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.
Adjusting the volume
Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound
volume when playing music or video.
Switching to silent mode
Use one of the following methods:
•
Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode.
•
Press and hold the Power button, and then tap
Mute
or
Vibrate
.
•
Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap
Sound
or
Vibrate
.
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Basics
Indicator icons
The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the
device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.
Icon Meaning
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
GPS activated
Call in progress
Missed call
Synced with the web
Connected to computer
No SIM or USIM card
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Silent mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Flight mode activated
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Icon Meaning
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
Using the touch screen
Use only fingers to use 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.
•
Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
•
To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
•
Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the
device.
Finger gestures
Tapping
To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a
character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.
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20
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, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
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21
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.
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22
Control motions
Simple motions allow easy control of the device.
Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap
Apps
Settings
Motion
, and then drag the switch at the top right of the screen to the
right.
Rotating the screen
Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the
device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.
To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect
Screen rotation
.
•
Some applications do not allow screen rotation.
•
Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The
calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.
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23
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.
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24
Activating Multi Window
Use this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time.
•
Only applications on the Multi Window panel can run.
•
When launching applications that contain multimedia files, such as music or
videos, sound from both files will be played.
•
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
To use Multi Window, on the Applications screen, tap
Settings
Display
, and then tick
Multi
window
.
Using the Multi Window panel
To activate the Multi Window panel, tap and hold . The Multi Window panel appears at the
left side of the screen. Select one application, and then drag another application to a new
location. To deactivate the Multi Window panel, tap and hold
again.
Drag the bar between the application panels up or down to adjust the size of the panels.
Tap the panel handle to hide or show the panel. Tap and hold the handle and drag it to the
left or right edge of the screen to move the panel. When a panel is hidden, tap and hold the
handle and drag it up or down to move the handle.
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25
Using Multi Window applications
While using Multi Window applications, tap or and use one of the following:
•
: Switch locations between Multi Window applications.
•
: Maximise the window to fit the screen.
•
: Close the application.
Notifications
Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, 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.
Quick setting panel
From the quick setting panel, you can view your devices current settings. Drag down from
the status bar, tap
to open the quick setting panel, and then use the following options:
•
Wi-Fi
: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
•
GPS
: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.
•
Reading mode
: Activate or deactivate reading mode. In reading mode, the device helps
protect your eyes when reading at night. To select which applications will be used for, tap
Settings
Display
Reading mode
.
•
Sound
: Activate or deactivate silent mode.
•
Screen rotation
: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.
•
Bluetooth
: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
•
Mobile data
: Activate or deactivate the data connection.
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26
•
Blocking mode
: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will
block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap
Settings
Blocking
mode
.
•
Power saving
: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.
•
Screen Mirroring
: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature.
•
Multi window
: Set to use Multi Window.
•
Wi-Fi hotspot
: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.
•
Driving mode
: Activate or deactivate driving mode.
•
Smart stay
: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature.
•
Sync
: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
•
Flight mode
: Activate or deactivate flight mode.
The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.
To rearrange the options on the quick setting panel, open the quick setting panel, tap
, and
then tap and drag an item to another location.
Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the devices 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
Apps
, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel
preview.
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27
Adding an item
Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels.
Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following
categories:
•
Apps and widgets
: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen.
•
Folder
: Create a new folder.
•
Page
: Add a new panel to the Home screen.
Moving an item
Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the
side of the screen.
Removing an item
Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home
screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the item.
Rearranging panels
Adding a new panel
Tap
Edit page
.
Moving a panel
Tap
Edit page
, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Removing a panel
Tap
Edit page
, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the
top of the screen.
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29
Locked screen
The locked screen prevents the device from unwanted operation when not in use and also
allows you to add convenient widgets.
Adding widgets
To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Applications screen, tap
Settings
Lock
screen
, and then tick
Multiple widgets
.
You cannot use widgets on the locked screen when the security features are
activated.
Tap the widgets panel area at the upper part of the screen. Scroll right to the last page, tap
,
and then select a widget to add to the locked screen.
Rearranging panels
Moving a panel
Scroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to
a new location.
Removing a panel
Scroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to
the rubbish bin at the top of the screen.
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30
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.
Opening from recently-used applications
Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.
Select an application icon to open.
Closing an application
Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.
Press and hold the Home button, tap
, and then tap
End
next to an application to close it.
To close all running applications, tap
End all
. Alternatively, press and hold the Home button,
and then tap
.
Applications screen
The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications
installed.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
to open the Applications screen.
To view other panels, scroll left or right.
Rearranging applications
Tap
Edit
, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to
another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
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35
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.
Adding accounts
Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to
set up a Google account.
To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap
Settings
Add account
Google
. After that, tap
New
to sign up, or tap
Existing
, and then follow on-
screen instructions to complete the account setup. More than one Google account can be
used on the device.
Set up a Samsung account as well.
Removing accounts
On the Applications screen, tap
Settings
, select an account name under
Accounts
, select the
account to remove, and then tap
Remove account
.
Transferring files
Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice
versa.
The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are
not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer
operating system.
•
Music: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, 3ga, wma, ogg, oga, aac, and flac
•
Image: bmp, gif, jpg, and png
•
Video: 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, asf, and mkv
•
Document: doc, docx, dot, dotx, xls, xlsx, xlt, xltx, csv, ppt, pptx, pps, ppsx, pot, potx,
pdf, hwp, txt, asc, rtf, and zip
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Connecting with Samsung Kies
Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and
calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from
the Samsung website.
1
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.
2
Transfer files between your device and the computer.
Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.
Connecting with Windows Media Player
Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer.
1
Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
2
Open Windows Media Player and sync music files.
Connecting as a media device
1
Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
2
Open the notifications panel, and then tap
Connected as a media device
Media
device (MTP)
.
Tap
Camera (PTP)
if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or
not have any appropriate driver installed.
3
Transfer files between your device and the computer.
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Upgrading over the air
The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air
(FOTA) service.
On the Applications screen, tap
Settings
About device
Software update
Update
.
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Communication
Phone
Use this application to make or answer a call.
Tap
Phone
on the Applications screen.
Making calls
Making a call
Use one of the following methods:
•
Keypad
: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap .
•
Logs
: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages.
•
Favourites
: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts.
•
Contacts
: Make a call from the contacts list.
Speed dial numbers
For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit.
Number prediction
When entering numbers on the keypad, automatic predictions appear. Select one of these to
make a call.
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•
Contacts
: Open the contacts list.
•
Memo
: Create a memo.
•
Message
: Send a message.
•
Transfer
: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from
the conversation.
•
Manage conference call
: Have a private conversation with one party during a
multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call.
Adding contacts
To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap .
Viewing call logs
Tap
Logs
to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.
To filter a call log, tap
View by
, and then select an option.
Fixed dialling number
The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. Those
prefixes are stored in the SIM or USIM card.
Tap
Call settings
Call settings
Additional settings
Fixed Dialling Numbers
Enable FDN
, and then enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. Tap
FDN list
and
add numbers.
Call barring
The device can be set to prevent certain calls from being made. For example, international
calling can be disabled.
Tap
Call settings
Call settings
Additional settings
Call barring
, select a call
type, select a call barring option, and then enter a password.
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Ending a call
Tap
End call
to end a call. Or press the headset button.
Video calls
Making a video call
Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video
call.
During a video call
The following actions are available:
•
Capture
: Capture the other partys image.
•
Record
: Take a video of the other partys images.
It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other partys prior
permission.
•
Switch camera
: Switch between the front and rear camera.
•
Keypad
: Open the keypad.
•
Speaker
: Deactivate the speakerphone feature.
•
Mute
: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.
•
Headset
: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.
•
Hide me
: Hide your image from the other party.
•
Outgoing image
: Select an image to show it to the other party.
•
Animated emotions
: Apply emotional icons to your image.
•
Theme view
: Apply decorative icons to your image.
•
Enable cartoon view
: Change the view mode to the cartoon view.
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Swapping images
Drag an image of either party onto the other partys image to swap the images.
Contacts
Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and
others.
Tap
Contacts
on the Applications screen.
Managing contacts
Creating a contact
Tap and enter contact information.
•
: Add an image.
•
/ : Add or delete a contact field.
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Editing a contact
Select a contact to edit, and then tap .
Deleting a contact
Tap .
Setting a speed dial number
Tap
Speed dial setting
, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To
remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap
Remove
.
Searching for contacts
Use one of the following search methods:
•
Scroll up or down the contacts list.
•
Use the index at the left side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger
along it.
•
Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.
Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:
•
: Add to favourite contacts.
•
/ : Make a voice or video call.
•
: Compose a message.
•
: Compose an email.
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Sending scheduled messages
While composing a message, tap
Scheduled message
. Set a time and date, and then
tap
OK
. 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.
•
This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.
Translating and sending messages
To use the translating feature while composing a message, tap
Translate
, drag the
Translate
switch to the right, set a language pair, and then tap
OK
.
Tap
to translate the message, and then tap
Done
. The translated message will replace the
message of the source language.
Viewing incoming messages
Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact.
Select a contact to view the persons message.
Listening to a voice message
Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider.
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Email
Use this application to send or view email messages.
Tap
Email
on the Applications screen.
Setting up email accounts
Set up an email account when opening
Email
for the first time.
Enter the email address and password. Tap
Next
for a private email account, such as Google
Mail, or tap
Manual setup
for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen
instructions to complete the setup.
To set up another email account, tap
Settings
Add account
.
Sending messages
Tap the email account to use, and then tap at the top of the screen. Enter recipients,
subject, and message, and then tap
Send
.
Tap
to add a recipient from the contacts list.
Tap
+Cc/Bcc
to add more recipients.
Tap
to attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.
Tap
to insert images, events, contacts, location information, and others into the message.
Sending scheduled messages
While composing a message, tap . 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.
•
This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.
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52
Reading messages
Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new
messages, tap
.
Tap a message to read.
Open attachments.
Reply to the message.
Add this email address to the
contacts list.
Delete the message.
Mark the message as a reminder.
Forward the message.
Compose a message.
Go to the previous or next
message.
Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap
Save
to save it.
Google Mail
Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.
Tap
Google Mail
on the Applications screen.
•
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service
provider.
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53
Sending messages
In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap
SEND
.
Tap
+CC/BCC
to add more recipients.
Tap
to attach images.
Tap
Save draft
to save the message for later delivery.
Tap
Attach video
to attach videos.
Tap
Discard
to start over.
Reading messages
Mark the message as unread.
Add a label to this message.
Preview attachment.
Keep this message for long-term
storage.
Mark the message as a reminder.
Delete this message.
Reply to this message.
Reply to all recipients.
Add this email address to the
contacts list.
Forward this message to others.
Labels
Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is
launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox.
To add a label to a message, select the message, tap
, and then select the label to assign.
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54
Talk
Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk.
Tap
Talk
on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Public profile
Tap the account ID at the top of the friends list to change the availability status, image, or
status message.
Adding friends
Tap , enter the email address of the friend to add, and then tap
DONE
.
Chatting with friends
Select a friend from the friends list, enter a message in the field at the bottom of the screen,
and then tap
.
To add a friend to chat, tap
Add to chat
.
To end the chat, tap
End chat
.
Switching between chats
Scroll left or right.
Deleting chat history
Chats are automatically saved. To delete the chat history, tap
Clear chat history
.
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55
Google+
Use this application to stay connected with people via Googles social network service.
Tap
Google+
on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Tap
All Circles
to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your
circles.
Tap
to use other social network features.
Messenger
Use this application to chat with others via Google+ instant messaging service.
Tap
Messenger
on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Select a friend from the friends list, enter a message in the field at the bottom of the screen,
and then tap
.
ChatON
Use this application to chat with any device. To use this application, you must sign in to your
Samsung account.
Tap
ChatON
on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Create the buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts,
or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions.
Select a buddy to start chatting.
To sync contacts on the device with ChatON, tap
More
Settings
Contact sync
.
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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 share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage.
Opening a new page
Tap .
To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the page to select it.
Searching the web by voice
Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords
that appear.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Bookmarks
To bookmark the current webpage, tap .
To open a bookmarked webpage, tap
, and then select one.
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57
History
Tap
History
to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the
history, tap
Clear history
.
Tap
History
Most visited
to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages.
Saved pages
To view saved webpages, tap
Saved pages
.
Links
Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy.
To view saved webpages, tap
Downloads
.
Sharing webpages
To share a webpage address with others, tap
Share page
.
To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap
Share
.
Chrome
Use this application to search for information and browse webpages.
Tap
Chrome
on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Viewing webpages
Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria.
Opening a new page
Tap
New tab
.
To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the page to select it.
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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.
Select an application to view information. To download it, tap
Install
. If there is a charge for
the application, tap the price, and follow on-screen instructions to complete the purchase
process.
•
When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon
appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications
panel and tap the icon to update the application.
•
To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, on the
Applications screen, tap
Settings
Security
Unknown sources
.
Uninstalling applications
Uninstall the applications purchased from
Play Store
.
Tap
, select an application to delete in the list of installed applications, and then tap
Uninstall
.
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Voice search
For Samsung voice recognition, use the following options:
•
Language
: Select a language for the voice recognition.
•
Open via the home key
: Set the device to launch
S Voice
by pressing the Home button
twice.
•
Use location data
: Set the device to use location information for voice search results.
•
Hide offensive words
: Hide offensive words from voice search results.
•
Help
: Access help information for
S Voice
.
•
About
: View version information.
•
Voice control
: Control applications by voice commands.
•
Auto-start speaker
: Set the device to automatically turn on the speakerphone when
making a call with
S Voice
.
•
Show body of message
: Set the device to display the text of a new message received
while in driving mode.
•
Wake up command
: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up
command while using
S Voice
.
•
Wake up in lock screen
: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the
screen is locked.
•
Set wake-up command
: Set a wake up command to launch
S Voice
or perform a
specified function.
•
Check missed events
: Set the device to check missed calls, messages, or events when
S
Voice
is launched by pressing the headset button.
•
Home address
: Enter your home address to use location information with the voice
command feature.
•
Log in to Facebook
: Enter your Facebook account information to use Facebook with
S
Voice
.
•
Log in to Twitter
: Enter your Twitter account information to use Twitter with
S Voice
.
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