Samsung SM-T239M User manual

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User Manual

SM-T239M

About this manual

This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s

high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail

the device’s functions and features.

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

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.

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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers

or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the

manual, refer to the Samsung website,

www.samsung.com

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

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

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

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Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service

provider.

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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.

Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider

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 customise the

operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.

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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.

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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and

downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select

an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.

About this manual

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

be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided

with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,

contact service providers.

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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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Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from

the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,

you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, tap

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Settings

→

General

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About device

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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

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No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or

by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any

information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung

Electronics.

About this manual

Trademarks

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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

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Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are

registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

Table of Contents

Getting started

7 Device layout

8 Buttons

9 Package contents

10 Installing the SIM or USIM card

11 Charging the battery

14 Inserting a memory card

16 Turning the device on and off

16 Holding the device

17 Locking and unlocking the device

17 Adjusting the volume

17 Switching to silent mode

Basics

18 Indicator icons

19 Using the touch screen

23 Control motions

24 Palm motions

25 Using Multi Window

29 Notifications

30 Home screen

32 Applications screen

33 Using applications

34 Help

34 Entering text

37 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

38 Setting up accounts

39 Transferring files

40 Securing the device

41 Upgrading the device

Communication

42 Phone

48 Contacts

52 Messages

53 Email

56 Gmail

58 Hangouts

58 Google+

59 Photos

Web & network

60 Internet

61 Chrome

62 Bluetooth

Media

64 Music

66 Camera

71 Gallery

74 Video

75 YouTube

Table of Contents

Settings

95 About Settings

95 Connections

99 Device

105 Controls

108 General

112 Google Settings

Troubleshooting

Application & media stores

76 Play Store

77 Galaxy Apps

77 Play Books

78 Play Movies & TV

78 Play Music

78 Play Games

78 Play Newsstand

Utilities

79 Memo

80 S Planner

82 Kids Mode

83 Dropbox

83 Cloud

84 Drive

84 Hancom Office Viewer

87 Clock

89 Calculator

89 S Voice

90 Google

91 Voice Search

91 My Files

Travel & local

94 Maps

Getting started

Device layout

Recent apps button

Home button

Touch screen

Front camera

Back button

Multipurpose jack

Volume button

Memory card slot

Microphone

Power button

Earpiece

SIM card slot

Main antenna

Speaker

GPS antenna

Headset jack

Rear camera

Microphone

Getting started

The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or

take videos.

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

connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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

protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

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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

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock

mode when the touch screen turns off.

Recent apps

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Tap to open the list of recent applications.

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Tap and hold to open a list of options available for the current

screen.

Home

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to launch Google search.

Back

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

Volume

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Press to adjust the device volume.

Getting started

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Quick start guide

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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary

depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible

with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make

sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using

unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.

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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

Installing the SIM or USIM card

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.

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Only microSIM cards work with the device.

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Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For

details about service availability, contact your service provider.

1 Open the cover of the SIM card slot.

2 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

3 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.

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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to

be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to

remove the memory card.

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Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not

responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

4 Close the cover of the SIM card slot.

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