Samsung SM-T531 User manual
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User Manual
SM-T531
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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.
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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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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
Copyright
Copyright © 2014 Samsung Electronics
This guide is protected under international copyright laws.
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.
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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.
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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 Rotating the screen
23 Palm motions
25 Using Multi Window
28 Notifications
29 Home screen
31 Applications screen
33 Using applications
33 Help
34 Entering text
36 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
37 Setting up accounts
38 Transferring files
39 Securing the device
40 Upgrading the device
Communication
41 Phone
47 Contacts
51 Messages
52 Email
54 Google Mail
55 Hangouts
55 Google+
56 Photos
Web & network
57 Internet
59 Chrome
60 Bluetooth
61 Screen Mirroring
Media
62 Music
64 Camera
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Travel & local
93 Maps
Settings
94 About Settings
94 Connections
98 Device
105 Controls
108 General
112 Google Settings
Troubleshooting
69 Gallery
73 Video
74 YouTube
Application & media stores
75 Play Store
76 Samsung Apps
76 Play Books
77 Play Movies & TV
77 Play Music
77 Play Games
77 Play Newsstand
Utilities
78 Memo
80 S Planner
82 Dropbox
82 Cloud
83 Drive
83 Hancom Viewer
86 Alarm
87 World Clock
88 Calculator
88 S Voice
89 Google
90 Voice Search
90 My Files
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Getting started
Device layout
Recent apps button
Home button
Touch screen
Volume button
Power button
Back button
Front camera
Speaker
Rear camera
Mainantenna
Microphone
SIM card slot
Multipurpose jack
Headset jack
GPS antenna
Memory card slot
Speaker
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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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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.
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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 and hold for more than 7 seconds to reset the device if
it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.
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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.
Home
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Press to return to the Home screen.
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Press and hold on the Home screen 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
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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.
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Installing the SIM or USIM card
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.
Only microSIM cards work with the device.
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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