www.samsung.comUser ManualSM-P601
Getting started10Installing the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.Only microSIM cards work
Utilities100S PlannerUse this application to manage events and tasks.Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.Creating events or tasksTap , and then
Utilities101Syncing with Google CalendarOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Google under My accounts, select the Google ac
Utilities102POLARIS Office 5Use this application to edit documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations.Tap POLARIS Office 5 o
Utilities103While editing the documents, tap , and then use one of the following functions:•Switch to View Mode: Preview the document.•Slide note:
Utilities104•Freeze frame: Keep the selected row in place.•Screen capture: Capture the selected area.•View Information: View the document details.•
Utilities105CloudUse this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox.On the Applications scre
Utilities106AlarmUse this application to set wake-up calls and alarms for important events.Tap Alarm on the Applications screen.Turn this alarm on or
Utilities107World ClockUse this application to check the time of many major cities in the world.Tap World Clock on the Applications screen.Creating cl
Utilities108S VoiceUse this application to command the device by voice to perform various features.Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternative
Utilities109Using wake-up commands on the locked screenOn the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands.To activate th
Getting started11Removing the SIM or USIM cardPush the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.Charging the battery
Utilities110Search scopeTo select what applications to search, tap → Settings → Tablet search, and then tick the items to search for.Google NowLaunc
Utilities111Viewing itemsSelect a category, and then select an item. While viewing an item, tap Link to go to the source it was collected from.Voice S
Utilities112Searching for a fileTap , tap the search field at the top of the screen, and then enter search criteria.Adding shortcuts to foldersAdd a
Utilities113TripAdvisorUse this application to get travel information such as destination or hotel. You can also book for a room and share your review
114Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Application
115SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre
Settings116Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.Tap Wi
Settings117Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.Data usageKeep track of your data usa
Settings118More networksCustomise settings to control networks.Mobile networks•Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network s
Settings119DeviceSoundChange settings for various sounds on the device.•Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system
Getting started12Charging with the chargerConnect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose
Settings120Display•Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.•Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the dis
Settings121•Clock widget options: Configure settings for the clock widget.–Dual clock: Set the device to show the dual clock.–Clock size: Change th
Settings122FontChange the settings for the font.•Font style: Change the font type for display text.•Font size: Change the font size.Notification pan
Settings123•Manage accessibility: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with other devices.•TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which p
Settings124CallCustomise the settings for calling features.•Call rejection: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone number
Settings125•Additional settings:–Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls.–Call forwarding: Divert incoming calls to a
Settings126Blocking modeSelect which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode.Co
Settings127•Auto spacing: Set the device to automatically insert a space between words.•Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when yo
Settings128Voice search•Language: Select a language for the voice recognition.•Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you
Settings129S PenChange the settings for using the S Pen.•Disable pen detection: Set the screen not to respond when inserting or removing the S Pen.•
Getting started13Checking the battery charge statusWhen you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current batt
Settings130Palm motionActivate the palm motion feature to control the device by touching the screen.•Capture screen: Set the device to capture an ima
Settings131CloudChange settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage.Backup and resetChange the settings for m
Settings132AccessoryChange the accessory settings.•Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desk
Settings133StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all da
Settings134•Set up SIM card lock:–Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.–Change SIM
135TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe
Troubleshooting136The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to
Troubleshooting137Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet
Troubleshooting138Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended
Troubleshooting139•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly
Getting started14Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer a
Troubleshooting140Data stored on the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot r
English (EU). 07/2014. Rev.1.2Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject
Getting started15Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Gen
Getting started16Replacing the S Pen nibWhile using the S Pen, the S Pen nib may get dull. If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one.1 Hold the ni
Getting started17Turning the device on and offWhen turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.P
Getting started18Holding the deviceDo not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the b
19BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table
2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.
Basics20Icon MeaningConnected to computerNo SIM or USIM cardNew text or multimedia messageAlarm activatedS Pen removedSilent mode activatedVibration m
Basics21Finger gesturesTappingTo open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen
Basics22DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap
Basics23FlickingFlick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage o
Basics24Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc
Basics25Picking upWhen you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed c
Basics26Panning to moveTap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the
Basics27Palm motionsUse palm motions to control the device by touching the screen.Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated
Basics28Using the S PenThe included S Pen can be used to easily select items or perform functions. Actions using the S Pen with the button pressed pro
Basics29Capturing screenshotsWith the S Pen button pressed, touch the screen until you hear a click. A screenshot is saved in the Gallery → Screenshot
About this manual3•Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you
Basics30Selecting and capturing an imageWith the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it.If necessary, use one of the following
Basics31•Pen Window: Launch multiple applications in specified areas on the screen.Some items have contextual menus that make the S Pen pointer glow.
Basics32Samsung Smart PauseUse this feature to pause videos when you look away from the screen.On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Controls → Smart
Basics33Activating Multi WindowUse this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time.•Only applications on the Multi Window panel c
Basics34Using Multi Window applicationsWhile using Multi Window applications, select an application panel, tap the circle between the application pane
Basics35Notifications panelFrom the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current settings. Drag down from the status bar, and then tap to
Basics36Home screenThe Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to ap
Basics37Rearranging panelsAdding a new panelTap → Edit page → .Moving a panelTap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a
Basics38Using widgetsWidgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets fr
Basics39Adding widgetsTo use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen, and then tick Multipl
About this manual4Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of
Basics40Closing an applicationClose applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.Press and hold the Home button, tap
Basics41Rearranging panelsPinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.Installing applicationsUse application
Basics42Entering textUse the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, y
Basics43HandwritingTap and hold ,tap , and then write a word with a finger or the S Pen. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a
Basics44Entering text by voiceActivate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak.If the device do
Basics45Joining Wi-Fi networksOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi, and then drag the Wi-Fi switch to the right.Select a net
Basics46Removing accountsOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → General, select an account name under Accounts, select the account to remove, and
Basics47Connecting with Windows Media PlayerEnsure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer.1 Connect the device to the computer using t
Basics48Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen whe
Basics49Upgrading the deviceThe device can be upgraded to the latest software.This feature may not be available depending on the region or service pro
5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 S Pen9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card11 Charging the battery14 In
50CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi
Communication51Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict
Communication52Adding contactsTo add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap .Viewing call logsTap Logs to view
Communication53Rejecting a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the rejec
Communication54Video callsMaking a video callEnter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video call.During a
Communication55ContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications
Communication56Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:• : Add to favourite contacts.• / : Make a voice or video call.• : C
Communication57Importing and exporting contactsTap Contacts.Importing contactsTap → Import/Export → Import from SIM card, Import from USB storage or
Communication58Contact groupsTap Groups.Adding contacts to a groupSelect a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done.Managing g
Communication59MessagesUse this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).Tap Messages on the Applications screen.You may i
Table of Contents6104 Dropbox105 Cloud106 Alarm107 World Clock107 Calculator107 S Translator108 S Voice109 S Finder109 Google110 Scrapbook111 Voi
Communication60Sending scheduled messagesWhile composing a message, tap → Scheduling. Set a time and date, and then tap OK. The device will send the
Communication61EmailUse this application to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email
Communication62Reading messagesSelect an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap .Tap a message t
Communication63Sending messagesIn any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap Send.Tap +CC/BCC to add more recipients
Communication64HangoutsUse this application to chat with others.Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen.This application may not be available dependin
Communication65TwitterUse this application to access the Twitter social network site and keep in touch with people.Tap Twitter on the Applications scr
66Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,
Web & network67HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history.Lin
Web & network68BookmarksTo bookmark the current webpage, tap , enter details, such as name and web address, and then tap Save.To open a bookmark
Web & network69Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices
7Getting startedDevice layoutBack buttonHome buttonSpeakerLight sensorMenu buttonMultipurpose jackTouch screenFront cameraPower buttonVolume buttonMic
Web & network70Samsung LinkUse this application to play contents saved on remotely located devices or web storage services over the Internet. You
Web & network71Smart RemoteUse this application to use the device as a remote control for TVs and entertainment systems.Tap Smart Remote on the Ap
72MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending on the softwa
Media73To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Advanced → Smart volume.Smart volume may not be activated for some files.When Sma
Media74CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 81)Tap Camera on
Media75Shooting modeSeveral photo effects are available.Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen.•Auto: Use th
Media76•Rich tone (HDR): Use this to take a photo with an improved contrast ratio.•Eraser: Use this to erase the movements of moving subjects in the
Media77Applying filter effectsUse the filter effects to take unique photos or videos.Tap and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mo
Media78Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods:•Use the Volume button to zoom in or out.•Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom i
Media79Share shotTap → , and then select one of the following:•Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct.•Buddy photo
Getting started8•Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.•Using a
Media80•Video stabilisation: Activate or deactivate anti-shake. Anti-shake helps focus when the camera is moving.•Auto night detection: Set the devi
Media81ShortcutsReorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options.Tap → Edit quick settings.Tap and hold an option and drag it to
Media82Viewing images using the motion featureUse the motion feature to execute a function with particular motion.On the Applications screen, tap Sett
Media83•Rotate left: Rotate anticlockwise.•Rotate right: Rotate clockwise.•Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it.•Set as: S
Media84Sharing imagesUse one of the following methods:•In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them to oth
Media85Story AlbumUse this application to create your own digital album to keep your stories by organising the images neatly and automatically.Tap Sto
Media86Deleting videosTap → Delete, select videos by ticking, and then tap Delete.Sharing videosTap → Share via, select videos by ticking, tap Don
Media87YouTubeUse this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.This application may not be availab
Media88My MagazineUse this applications to make your own social magazine.On the Home screen, flick your finger up from the bottom of the screen.When r
Media89FlipboardUse this application to access your personalised magazines.Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.This application may not be availa
Getting started9S PenS Pen tipS Pen buttonName FunctionS Pen tip•Perform basic S Pen actions. (p. 20)S Pen button•Perform advanced S Pen actions. (p
Media90Businessweek+Use this application to get the latest news about finance, business, and more.Tap Businessweek+ on the Applications screen.This ap
91Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap
Application & media stores92Samsung HubUse this application to purchase, enjoy, and manage digital media content. Samsung Hub also promotes and re
Application & media stores93Play BooksUse this application to read and download book files.Tap Play Books on the Applications screen.This applicat
Application & media stores94Play MagazinesUse this application to read and download magazines.Tap Play Magazines on the Applications screen.This a
95UtilitiesS NoteUse this application to create a note using multimedia files or voice recordings.Tap S Note on the Applications screen.Creating notes
Utilities96When using the templates that have image frames, tap and hold an image frame, and then tap Images or Take picture to add an image.To delete
Utilities97Using the selection toolWrite a formula or draw a shape, and then tap . Draw a line around the formula or the shape to select it, and then
Utilities98Editing a chartTo edit a chart, tap the chart or table → Edit chart, and then use the following options:•Tap at the top left of the scre
Utilities99Viewing pages previewDrag down a note to preview the pages above the note.Tap on the note cover to access the following options:•Delete:
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