Samsung SM-T231 User Manual

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Getting started10Installing the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.Only microSIM cards work

Settings100DeviceSoundChange settings for various sounds on the device.•Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system

Settings101Multi windowActivate the Multi Window feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time.•Open in multi window view: Set

Settings102WallpaperChange the wallpaper settings.•Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen.•Lock screen: Select a background imag

Settings103•Answering and ending calls:–The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button.–The power key e

Settings104•Sound balance: Adjust the sound balance when using a dual headset.•Mono audio: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud

Settings105•Call alerts:–Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call.–Call end vibration: Set the device to vib

Settings106Ringtone and sound settings•Ringtones and keypad tones:–Ringtones: Add or select a ringtone for incoming calls.–Vibrations: Add or selec

Settings107ControlsLanguage and inputChange the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.Language

Settings108•Cursor control: Enable the smart keyboard navigation feature to move the cursor by scrolling the keyboard.•Sound: Set the device to soun

Settings109•Show body of message: Set the device to display the text of a new message.•Check missed events: Set the device to check missed calls, me

Getting started11Removing 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

Settings110Pointer speedAdjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device.Motions•Smart alert: Set the device to alert you

Settings111Backup and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.•Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application da

Settings112Application managerView and manage the applications on your device.Default applicationsSelect a default setting for using applications.Batt

Settings113SecurityChange settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.•Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the devi

Settings114•Unknown sources: Set the device to allow the installation of applications from unknown sources.•Verify apps: Set the device to allow Goo

115TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe

Troubleshooting116The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to

Troubleshooting117Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Troubleshooting118Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended

Troubleshooting119•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly

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

Troubleshooting120Data stored on the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot r

Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice

Getting started13Checking the battery charge statusWhen you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current batt

Getting started14Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer a

Getting started15Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Gen

Getting started16Turning 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 started17Locking and unlocking the deviceWhen not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off t

18BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table

Basics19Icon MeaningMute mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelUsing the tou

2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.

Basics20Finger gesturesTappingTo open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen

Basics21DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap

Basics22FlickingFlick 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

Basics23Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc

Basics24Picking 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

Basics25CoveringCover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.Using Multi WindowUse this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at

Basics26Launching applications in a split screen Multi Window1 Drag your finger from the right edge of the screen towards the middle of the screen. Al

Basics273 Tap and hold another application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to a new location.Sharing content between applicationsYou c

Basics282 Tap the circle between the application windows, and then tap .Tap the circle between application windows to access the following options:•

Basics29NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, devic

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

Basics30Home screenThe Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to ap

Basics31Removing a panelPinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen.Setting wallpa

Basics32Applications screenThe Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications installed.On the Home screen, t

Basics33Uninstalling applicationsTap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it.Default applications that come with th

Basics34Closing an applicationClose applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.Tap → Task manager, and then tap En

Basics35Using the Samsung keyboardBreak to the next line.Delete a preceding character.Enter punctuation marks.Enter uppercase.Set options for the Sams

Basics36HandwritingTap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested wo

Basics37Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkConnect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 96)Turning

Basics38Setting up accountsGoogle applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Goog

Basics39Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.Connecting with Samsung Kie

About this manual4Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of

Basics40Securing the devicePrevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. T

Basics41Unlocking the deviceTurn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code.If the unlock code is forgot

42CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi

Communication43Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict

Communication44Adding contactsTo add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap → Add to contacts.Sending a messa

Communication45Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.If the call waiting service is active, another cal

Communication46Call forwardingThe device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number.Tap → Call settings → Call settings → Additional set

Communication47Tap your image to access the following options:•Hide me: Hide your image from the other party.•Outgoing image: Select an image to sho

Communication48ContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications

Communication49Searching for contactsTap Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts list.•Use the index at the

5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card11 Charging the battery14 Inserting

Communication50Importing and exporting contactsTap Contacts.Importing contactsTap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an import option.Expor

Communication51Contact groupsTap Groups.Creating a groupTap , set details for the group, add contacts, and then tap Save.Adding contacts to a groupSe

Communication52Business cardTap Contacts.Create a business card and send it to others.Tap Set up my profile, enter details, such as phone number, emai

Communication53Sending scheduled messagesWhile composing a message, tap → Scheduling. Set a time and date, and then tap OK. The device will send the

Communication54Sending messagesTap the email account to use, and then tap at the top of the screen. Enter recipients, subject, and message, and then

Communication55Reading messagesSelect an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap .Tap a message t

Communication56Google MailUse this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen.•Thi

Communication57Reading messagesPreview attachment.Delete the message.Keep the message for long-term storage.Reply to the message.Mark the message as u

Communication58HangoutsUse this application to chat with others.Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen.This application may not be available dependin

Communication59PhotosUse this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services.Tap Photos on the Applications scree

Table of Contents6Settings96 About Settings96 Connections100 Device107 Controls110 General114 Google SettingsTroubleshootingApplication & media

60Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,

Web & network61HistoryTap → Bookmarks → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap .Saved p

Web & network62BookmarksTo bookmark the current webpage, tap → Save.To open a bookmarked webpage, tap → Bookmarks, and then select one.Searchin

Web & network63Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices

64MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.Playing musicSelect a music category, and then select a song

Media65To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Player → Smart Volume.When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up loude

Media66CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 71)Tap Camera on

Media67Shooting 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

Media68Applying filter effectsUse the filter effects to take unique photos or videos.Tap and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mo

Media69Zooming 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

7Getting startedDevice layoutRecent apps buttonHome buttonTouch screenFront cameraBack buttonMultipurpose jackVolume buttonMemory card slotMicrophoneP

Media70Configuring settings for CameraTap to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and

Media71•Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.•Contextual filename: Set the camera to display contextual

Media72Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods to zoom in an image:•Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.•Spread two fingers apart on any place

Media73•Print: Print the image by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device.•Rename: Rename the file.•

Media74Setting as wallpaperWhen viewing an image, tap → Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a contact.Tagging facesWhen viewing

Media75VideoUse this application to play video files.Tap Video on the Applications screen.Playing videosSelect a video to play.Move the control panel

Media76Sharing videosTap → Share via, select videos, tap Done, and then select a sharing method.Using Popup Video playerUse this feature to use othe

77Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap

Application & media stores78Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit

Application & media stores79Play Movies & TVUse this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows.Tap Play Movies & TV on t

Getting started8The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos.•Do not cover the antenna area wi

80UtilitiesMemoUse this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.Tap Memo on the Applications screen.Adding and ma

Utilities81Browsing memosBrowse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down.To search for a memo, tap .To send a memo to others, tap → Select, select a m

Utilities82To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again.Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with

Utilities83Changing calendar typeTap the top left of the screen, and then select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, we

Utilities84DropboxUse this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device

Utilities85Backing up or restoring dataTap Backup or Restore to back up or restore data with your Samsung account.Syncing with DropboxTap Link Dropbox

Utilities86Searching documentsTap Open to browse a document.While browsing a document, use one of the following options:• : Create a folder.• : Retr

Utilities87Presentation•Find: Search for text.•Zoom: Change the view size.•Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author.•S

Utilities88PDF•Search: Search for text.•Send: Send the document to others or share it.•Properties: View document details such as title, date, and a

Utilities89Setting alarmsTap , set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save.•Location alarm: Set a loc

Getting started9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any

Utilities90CalculatorUse this application for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.Rotate the device to landscape

Utilities91GoogleUse this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well.Tap Google on th

Utilities92Voice SearchUse this application to search webpages by speaking.Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.This application may not be ava

Utilities93After selecting a category, tap , and then use one of the following options:•Select: Select files or folders.•Sort by: Sort files or fold

Utilities94Changing the view modeTap to change the view mode.Creating foldersTap , enter a name for the folder, and then tap OK.Adding shortcuts to

95Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Applications

96SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scree

Settings97Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.On the

Settings98Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.Data usageKeep track of your data usag

Settings99More networksCustomise settings to control connections with other devices or networks.Default messaging appSelect the default application to