Samsung SM-P550 User manual

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User Manual

SM-P550

English (CA). 04/2015. Rev.1.0

Table of Contents

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Getting started

6 Package contents

7 Device layout

9 S Pen

12 Charging the battery

14 Using a memory card

15 Turning the device on and off

16 Locking and unlocking the screen

Basics

17 Using the touch screen

20 Home screen layout

24 Notifications panel

27 Opening apps

27 Installing or uninstalling apps

29 Entering text

31 Screen capture

31 My Files

32 Power saving feature

Network connectivity

33 Wi-Fi

S Pen features

34 Air command

35 Action memo

37 Smart select

38 Image clip

39 Screen write

40 S Note

44 Scrapbook

45 Using the S Pen

Motions & usability features

48 Motions and gestures

49 Multi window

Personalizing

54 Managing the Home and Apps screens

55 Setting wallpaper and ringtones

56 Changing the screen lock method

57 Private mode

59 Multiple users

60 Setting up accounts

Table of Contents

85 Quick Connect

86 SideSync 3.0

93 Screen Mirroring

95 Mobile printing

Device & data manager

96 Transferring data from your previous

device

98 Using the device as a removable disk

for data transfer

98 Updating the device

99 Backing up and restoring data

100 Performing a data reset

Settings

101 About Settings

101 Connections

103 Device

105 Personal

109 System

Appendix

112 Troubleshooting

117 Removing the battery (non-removable

type)

Health and Safety

Contacts

61 Adding contacts

62 Importing and exporting contacts

62 Searching for contacts

Camera

63 Basic shooting

64 Shooting modes

66 Camera settings

Gallery

67 Viewing content on the device

Useful apps and features

68 S Finder

68 Calendar

70 Email

72 Internet

73 Music

74 Video

75 Clock

77 Calculator

77 Smart Manager

78 Google apps

Connecting with other

devices

81 Bluetooth

83 Wi-Fi Direct

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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

•

Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

•

Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or

device’s software.

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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the

overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly

depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

•

Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other

than Samsung.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited

registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customize the

operating system may cause the device or apps 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.

•

Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be

supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with

the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service

providers.

•

Modifying the device’s 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.

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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

Getting started

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

•

USB cable

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USB power adapter

•

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.

•

Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause

the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

•

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

Device layout

Touch screen

Light sensor

Recent apps button

Home button

Back button

Headset jack

Volume button

Power button

Microphone

Front camera

Multipurpose jack

Memory card slot

Rear camera

S Pen

Speaker

GPS antenna

Push clip

Getting started

•

Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause

connectivity problems or drain the battery.

•

Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen

protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

•

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 to turn on or lock the screen.

Recent apps

•

Tap to open the list of recent apps.

•

Tap and hold to launch the split screen view.

Home

•

Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to launch

Google

Back

•

Tap to return to the previous screen.

Volume

•

Press to adjust the device volume.

Getting started

S Pen

S Pen button

S Pen nib

Name Functions

S Pen nib

•

Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the

screen.

•

Hover the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional

S Pen features, such as Air Button and the air view feature.

S Pen button

•

Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to

display the air command features.

•

While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over

items to select them.

Getting started

Removing the S Pen

When you remove the S Pen from the slot, the device launches

Air command

or Action

Memo, depending on the S Pen detachment option setting.

To change the setting, open the Apps screen and tap

Settings

→

S Pen

→

Detachment

options

Replacing the S Pen nib

If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one.

1 Firmly hold the nib and remove it.

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