Samsung SM-T311 User Manual

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Getting started10Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any

Utilities100Waking up the device with voiceWhen the screen is turned off, you can launch S Voice with a voice command. Say “Hi Galaxy” to the device t

Utilities101Google NowLaunch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and mor

Utilities102Select a file or folder by ticking, and then use one of the following functions:• : Copy files or folders to another folder.• : Move fil

103Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Application

104SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre

Settings105Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.On the

Settings106To use more options, tap .•Data roaming: Set to use data connections when you are roaming.•Restrict background data: Set to disable sync

Settings107Mobile networks•Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services.•Data roaming: Use the device to connect to

Settings108Screen MirroringActivate the screen mirroring feature and share your display with others.Blocking modeSelect which notifications will be bl

Settings109•Call alerts:–Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call.–Call end vibration: Set the device to vib

Getting started11Installing the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.Only microSIM cards work

Settings110Ringtone and sound settings•Ringtones and keypad tones:–Ringtones: Add or select a ringtone for incoming calls.–Vibrations: Add or selec

Settings111SoundChange settings for various sounds on the device.•Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds

Settings112•Multi window: Set the device to use Multi Window.•Screen mode:–Adapt Display: Use this mode for optimising the display according to the

Settings113StorageView memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all da

Settings114UsersSet up and manage user profiles for personalised settings.LocationChange settings for location information permissions.•Mode: Select

Settings115•Shortcuts: Set the device to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen.This feature may not be available depending on the

Settings116•SIM change alert: Activate or deactivate the Find my mobile feature which helps locate the device when lost or stolen.•Go to website: Ac

Settings117Language and inputChange the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.LanguageSelect a

Settings118•Sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched.•Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tappe

Settings119•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 devic

Getting started12Charging the batteryUse the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time.Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batt

Settings120Text-to-speech options•Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap .•

Settings121MotionActivate the motion recognition feature and change the settings that control motion recognition on your device.•Palm swipe to captur

Settings122Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.If the battery remains fully disc

Settings123•Answering/ending calls:–The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer an incoming call when pressing the Home button.–Answer cal

Settings124•Sound balance: Adjust the sound balance when using a dual headset.•Mono audio: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud

125TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe

Troubleshooting126The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to

Troubleshooting127Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet

Troubleshooting128Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended

Troubleshooting129•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly

Getting started13•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.•If the device receives an unstabl

Troubleshooting130Data stored on the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot r

English (EU). 11/2014. Rev.1.2Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject

Getting started14Reducing the battery consumptionYour device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deact

Getting started151 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.2 Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.

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 MeaningError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelUsing the touch screenUse only fingers to use the touch screen.•Do not allow

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

Basics20DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap

Basics21FlickingFlick 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

Basics22Control motionsSimple motions allow easy control of the device.Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home sc

Basics23SweepingSweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture

Basics24Using Multi WindowUse this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time.•Only applications on the Multi Window tray ca

Basics252 Tap and hold an application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to the screen.Release the application icon when the screen turns

Basics26Sharing content between applicationsYou can easily share content between applications, such as Email and Internet, by dragging and dropping th

Basics273 Tap and hold an item in the Internet window and drag it to a location in the Email window.Creating a Multi Window combinationUse this featur

Basics28NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, devic

Basics29•Blocking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will block notifications. To select which notifications wi

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

Basics30Moving an itemTap 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 i

Basics31Using widgetsWidgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets fr

Basics32Rearranging panelsMoving a panelScroll left or right on the widgets panel area, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new locati

Basics33Rearranging panelsPinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.Installing applicationsUse application

Basics34Using applicationsThis device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications.Opening an application

Basics35Entering textUse the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, y

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

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. 104)Turnin

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

Basics41Setting a PINOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN.Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the passwo

Basics42Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.On the Applicatio

43CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi

Communication44Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict

Communication45Adding contactsTo add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap .Sending a messageTap → Send mes

Communication46Rejecting a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the rejec

Communication47Video callsMaking a video callEnter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap .During a video callThe follow

Communication48Swapping imagesDrag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images.Listening to a voice messageTap and hold 1

Communication49Editing a contactSelect a contact to edit, and then tap .Deleting a contactTap .Setting a speed dial numberTap → Speed dial setting

5Table of ContentsGetting started8 Device layout9 Buttons10 Package contents11 Installing the SIM or USIM card12 Charging the battery14 Inserting

Communication50Moving contactsMoving contacts to GoogleTap → Merge accounts → Merge with Google.Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in th

Communication51Favourite contactsTap , and then take one of the following actions:•Search: Search for contacts.•Add to Favourites: Add contacts to

Communication52Sending a message or email to a group’s membersSelect a group, tap → Send message or Send email, select members, and then tap Done.Bu

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

Communication54EmailUse this application to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email

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

Communication56Sending messagesIn any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND.Tap +CC/BCC to add more recipients

Communication57HangoutsUse this application to chat with others.Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen.This application may not be available dependin

Communication58PhotosUse this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services.Tap Photos on the Applications scree

59Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,

Table of Contents699 S Voice100 Google101 Voice Search101 My Files102 Downloads102 TripAdvisorTravel & local103 MapsSettings104 About Settings

Web & network60HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history.Tap

Web & network61Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.

Web & network62Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. S

Web & network63Samsung LinkUse this application to play content saved on remotely-located devices or web storage services over the Internet. You c

Web & network64Managing contents on a web storage serviceSelect a web storage service, and then view and manage your files.To transfer files betwe

Web & network65Creating a group for Group PlayWhen you create a Group Play session, other devices can join the session and share the content.When

Web & network66Smart RemoteUse this application to use the device as a remote control for TVs and entertainment systems.Tap Smart Remote on the Ap

67MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.Playing musicSelect a music category, and then select a song

Media68To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Advanced → Smart volume.When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up lou

Media69CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 74)Tap Camera on

Table of Contents7120 Backup and reset120 Add account121 Motion121 Voice control121 Accessories122 Date and time122 Accessibility124 About device

Media70Shooting 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

Media71Taking videosTaking a videoTap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap .Recording modeTap → to change the rec

Media72Zooming 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

Media73Configuring settings for CameraTap → to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera

Media74•Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low-light situations, use a highe

Media75Zooming 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

Media76•Rotate right: Rotate clockwise.•Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it.•Set as: Set the image as a wallpaper or a con

Media77Tagging facesTap → Settings → Tags, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face on an image. Tap the face, tap

Media78Story AlbumUse this application to create your own digital album to keep your stories by organising the images neatly and automatically.Tap Sto

Media79Creating albums by tag informationCreate albums by sorting photos by tag information, such as the location where an image was taken, subjects,

8Getting startedDevice layoutMenu buttonMultipurpose jackLight sensorHome buttonTouch screenBack buttonMicrophoneEarpieceProximity sensorFront cameraV

Media80•Share via: Send the album to others.•Print: Print the album by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with

Media81Paper ArtistUse this application to make images look like illustrations with fun effects or frames.Tap Paper Artist on the Applications screen.

Media82Playing videosSelect a video to play.Change screen ratio.Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar.Restart the current video or skip to th

Media83YouTubeUse this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.This application may not be availab

84Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap

Application & media stores85Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit

Application & media stores86Play BooksUse this application to read and download book files.Tap Play Books on the Applications screen.This applicat

Application & media stores87Play NewsstandUse this application to read the latest news articles.Tap Play Newsstand on the Applications screen.This

88UtilitiesMemoUse this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.Tap Memo on the Applications screen.Composing mem

Utilities89Viewing a memoTap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos.Tap and use the following:•Delete: Delete the mem

Getting started9The 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

Utilities90To 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

Utilities91Attaching memos to a dateTap and hold a date to select it and the memo pad appears.Syncing with Google CalendarOn the Applications screen,

Utilities92Searching for events or tasksTap , and then enter a keyword to search for.To view today’s events or tasks, tap Today at the top of the scr

Utilities93CloudUse this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox.On the Applications scree

Utilities94POLARIS Office 5Use this application to edit documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations.Tap POLARIS Office 5 on

Utilities95Reading documentsTap a file. Or tap File Browser, Form type, or Favorites, and then select a file to open.To start a slideshow, tap .To dra

Utilities96Text•Read All: Read the document via the text-to-speech feature.•Screen capture: Capture the selected area.•View Information: View the d

Utilities97Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified leng

Utilities98CalculatorUse this application for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.Rotate the device to landscape

Utilities99S VoiceUse this application to command the device by voice to send a message, write a memo, and more.Tap S Voice on the Applications screen