Samsung SM-T116NQ User Manual Page 1

www.samsung.comUser ManualSM-T116NQEnglish (MEA). 03/2015. Rev.1.0

Getting started10Removing the SIM or USIM card1 Open the cover of the SIM card slot.2 Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, a

Getting started11Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose jack.Connecting the charg

Getting started12Reducing the battery consumptionYour device provides options that help you save the battery power. By customising these options and d

Getting started131 Open the cover of the memory card slot.2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.3 Push the memory ca

Getting started14Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the

Getting started15Locking and unlocking the screenPressing the Power button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatic

16BasicsUsing the touch screen•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause t

Basics17Tapping and holdingTap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.DraggingTo move an item, tap and hol

Basics18FlickingFlick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list

Basics19Home screen layoutHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts

2Table of ContentsRead me firstGetting started6 Package contents7 Device layout9 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery12 Using a memory card14 T

Basics20Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options.

Basics21Apps screenThe Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.On the Home screen, tap to open the Apps screen. To vi

Basics22Indicator iconsIndicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.The stat

Basics23Icon MeaningNew text or multimedia messageAlarm activatedMute mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or cau

Basics24You can use the following functions on the notifications panel.Launch Settings.Clear all notifications.Adjust the volume.Adjust the brightness

Basics25Using the quick setting panelYou can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. To activate or deactivate more features,

Basics26Opening appsOn the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.To open the list of recently-used apps, tap and select an ap

Basics27Play StoreUse this app to purchase and download apps.Tap Play Store on the Apps screen.Installing appsBrowse apps by category or tap to sear

Basics28Entering textKeyboard layoutA keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more.Text entry is not su

Basics29Using additional keyboard functionsTap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of depending on the last function

Table of Contents3Device & data manager68 Upgrading the device69 Transferring files between the device and a computer70 Backing up and restorin

Basics30Screen captureCapture a screenshot while using the device.Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. The image is sav

Basics31Power saving featureUltra power saving modeUse this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs

32Network connectivityMobile dataConnect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. Refer to Data usa

Network connectivity33Tethering and Mobile hotspotAbout tethering and mobile hotspotsUse this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection wit

Network connectivity34Using USB tetheringShare the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settin

35Motions & usability featuresMulti windowAbout Multi windowUse this feature to run two apps on the screen at the same time. You can use this feat

Motions & usability features363 Tap and hold an app icon to launch from the Multi window tray, and then drag it to the screen.Release the app icon

Motions & usability features37Using Multi window optionsWhen you use Multi window apps, select the app window and a blue frame will appear around

38PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screensManaging the Home screenAdding itemsTap and hold an app from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the

Personalising39Managing panelsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, scroll left to the last p

4Read me firstPlease read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.•Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

Personalising40Setting wallpaper and ringtonesSetting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the lock

Personalising41Changing the screen lock methodYou can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal informati

Personalising42Transferring data from your previous deviceUsing backup accountsYou can transfer backup data from your previous device to your new devi

Personalising43Using Smart Switch with computersUse this feature to import a backup of your data (from selected manufacturer’s mobile devices) from a

44ContactsAdding contactsMoving contacts from other devicesYou can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from yo

Contacts45Importing and exporting contactsImport contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to storage services.

46Messages & emailMessagesSending messagesSend text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).You may incur additional charges for sending or re

Messages & email47Viewing incoming messagesIncoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s me

Messages & email48Sending emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Tap at the top of the screen to compose a message.Add a CC or BCC.Add yourself as a

Messages & email49Reading emailsTap Email on the Apps screen.Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve

Read me first5Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your

50CameraBasic shootingTaking photos or recording videos1 Tap Camera on the Apps screen.2 Tap to take a photo or tap → to record a video.•Spread

Camera51Camera etiquette•Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission.•Do not take photos or record videos where leg

Camera52Best photoUse this mode to take a series of photos and save the best one. To view other photos in the series, scroll left or right. The device

Camera53To use more options, tap .•White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are

54GalleryViewing content on the deviceOn the Apps screen, tap Gallery and select an image or a video.Video files show the icon on the preview thumbna

55Useful apps and featuresS PlannerCreating events or tasks1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen.2 Tap . Alternatively, select a date with no events or

Useful apps and features56Syncing events and tasks with your accountsTap S Planner on the Apps screen.To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap

Useful apps and features57ClockAlarmOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm.Setting alarmsTap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days o

Useful apps and features58World clockOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → World clock.Creating clocksTap and enter a city name or select a city from the

Useful apps and features59CalculatorUse this app for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Apps screen.Rotate the device to landscape o

6Getting startedPackage contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any

Useful apps and features60Hancom Office ViewerUse this app to view documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations.Tap Hancom O

Useful apps and features61MapsFind your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places.Play MusicDiscover

Useful apps and features62HangoutsChat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls while you are chatting.G

63Connecting with other devicesBluetoothAbout BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bl

Connecting with other devices64Pairing with other Bluetooth devices1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth switch to activat

Connecting with other devices65Receiving an imageWhen another device sends you an image, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request. The received imag

Connecting with other devices66Sending and receiving dataYou can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following action

Connecting with other devices67Mobile printingConnect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.Some printers m

68Device & data managerUpgrading the deviceThe device can be upgraded to the latest software.Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upgr

Device & data manager69Transferring files between the device and a computerMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to th

Getting started7Device layoutTouch screenRecent apps buttonHome buttonBack buttonMicrophoneVolume buttonPower buttonEarpieceMultipurpose jackSIM card

Device & data manager70Connecting with Samsung KiesSamsung Kies is a computer app that manages media contents and personal information with Samsun

Device & data manager71Performing a data resetDelete all settings and data on the device. Before performing a factory data reset, ensure you back

72SettingsAbout SettingsUse this app to configure the device, set app options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Apps screen.CONNECTIONSWi-FiActiva

Settings73BluetoothActivate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the

Settings74Data usageKeep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation.On the Settings screen, tap Data usage.•Mobile

Settings75More networksCustomise settings to control networks.On the Settings screen, tap More networks.Default messaging appSelect the default app to

Settings76DisplayChange the display settings.On the Settings screen, tap Display.•Wallpaper:–Home screen: Select a background image for the Home scr

Settings77Lock screenChange the settings for the locked screen.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen.•Screen lock: Change the screen lock method. T

Settings78Backup and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset.•Back up my data: Set the d

Settings79•Accessibility shortcut: Set the device to activate TalkBack when you press and hold the Power button, and then tap and hold the screen wit

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

Settings80Samsung keyboardTo change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap .The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.•

Settings81Voice search•Language: Select a language for voice recognition.•Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to th

Settings82Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.On the Settings screen, tap Date a

Settings83BatteryView the amount of battery power consumed by your device.On the Settings screen, tap Battery.•Display battery percentage: Set the de

Settings84•Encrypt external SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card.If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this sett

85AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your dev

Appendix86The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the touch scre

Appendix87The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers)•Ensure that the charger is connected properly.•Visit a Samsung Servic

Appendix88Photo quality is poorer than the preview•The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques

Appendix89A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer•Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your d

Getting started9Using the SIM or USIM card and batteryInstalling the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone serv

Appendix90Removing the battery (non-removable type)•These instructions are only for your service provider or an authorised repair agent.•Damage or f

Appendix914 Disconnect the battery connector as shown in the image below.5 Peel the flap from the battery, and then pull it to remove the battery.

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