Samsung GT-N7100 User manual

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GT-N7100
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This product meets applicable national
SAR limits of 2.0 W/kg. The specific
maximum SAR values can be found in the
SAR information section of this guide.
When carrying the product or using
it while worn on your body, maintain
a distance of 1.5 cm from the body to
ensure compliance with RF exposure
requirements.
This device provides high quality mobile communication
and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and
technological expertise.
• Content may differ from the final product, or from
software provided by service providers or carriers, and is
subject to change without prior notice.
• 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.
• You can purchase additional accessories from your local
Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the
device before purchase.

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Copyright
Copyright © 2012 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.
• Other accessories may not be compatible with your
device.
• 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 your device or
applications to work improperly.
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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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™
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Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is
intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN can
be operated in the EU without restriction indoors, but
cannot be operated outdoors.
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Getting started
Device layout
Back button
Multipurpose jack
Notication light
Earpiece
Proximity/Light
sensor
Menu button
Microphone
Front camera
Power button
Home button
Touch screen
Rear camera
GPS antenna
Main antenna
Headset jack
Microphone for
speakerphone
Volume button
Flash
Back cover
Speaker
S Pen
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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Getting started
Button Function
Home
• Press to return to the Home screen.
• Press and hold to open the list of recent
applications.
• Press twice to launch S Voice.
Back
• Tap to return to the previous screen.
Volume
• Press to adjust the device volume.
Buttons
Button Function
Power
• Press and hold to turn the device on or
off.
• Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to reset
the device if it has fatal errors or hang-
ups, or freezes.
• Press to lock or unlock the device. The
device goes into lock mode when the
touch screen turns off.
Menu
• Tap to open a list of options available for
the current screen.
• Tap and hold on the Home screen to
launch Google search.

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Getting started
Installing the SIM or USIM card and
battery
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile
telephone service provider, and the included battery.
Only microSIM cards work with the device.
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Remove the back cover.
S Pen
S Pen tip
S Pen button
Name Function
S Pen tip • Perform basic S Pen actions.
S Pen
button • Perform advanced S Pen actions.

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Getting started
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Insert the battery.
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1
5
Replace the back cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you
remove the back cover.
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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Getting started
Plug the small end of the charger into the multipurpose jack
of the device, and plug the large end of the charger into an
electric socket.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause
serious damage to the device. Any damage caused
by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Charging the battery
Before using the device for the first time or when the
battery has been unused for extended periods, you must
charge the battery.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries,
and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can
cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

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Getting started
Checking the battery charge status
When you charge the battery while the device is off, the
following icons will show the current battery charge status:
Charging Fully charged
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger.
First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it
from the electric socket.
Do not remove the battery before removing the
charger. This may damage the device.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use.
The charger does not have a power switch, so you
must unplug the charger from the electric socket
when not in use to avoid wasting power. The device
should remain close to the electric socket while
charging.

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Getting started
Turning the device on and off
When turning on the device for the first time, follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn
the device on and off.

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Basics
Page Buddy
The Page Buddy feature allows you to use specific
applications based on your actions. Pages related to your
actions appear in the following conditions:
• When you pull out the S Pen from the slot.
• When you connect a headset or dock to the device.
• When you are roaming.
Using the S Pen
The included S Pen can be used to easily select items or
perform functions. Actions using the S Pen with the button
pressed provide additional conveniences, such as screen
capture.
Pull out the S Pen from the slot to use it.

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Basics
Undoing the last action
With the S Pen button pressed, draw to undo the last
action.
When you pull out the S Pen from the slot, the device
detects it and performs the following:
• Turns on the touch screen (if it is off).
• Launches S Note (during a call).
• Opens the S Pen page (from the Home screen).
Opening a menu
With the S Pen button pressed, draw to open a list of the
screen’s available options.

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Basics
Launching S Note
With the S Pen button pressed, double-tap the screen to
launch S Note.
Capturing screenshots
With the S Pen button pressed, tap and hold the screen until
you hear a click.

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Basics
Launching Quick Command
With the S Pen button pressed, drag the S Pen up the screen
to launch Quick Command.
On the Quick Command screen, draw a gesture command
to launch the assigned application or feature. To view
assigned gesture commands, press the S Pen button while
hovering over the Quick Command screen.
Selecting text
With the S Pen button pressed, drag left or right on the
text to select. If you drag between lines, you may select
unwanted text. To select only the text you intend, drag
across the middle of the text or drag the text selection
icons.
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Basics
S Pen Air View
When you hold the S Pen near the screen, a pointer appears
on the screen. Move the pointer to files, subjects, or options
to preview the contents or view information in pop-up
windows. You can scroll through panels or lists by moving
the pointer to an edge (top/bottom/left/right) of the screen.
Selecting and capturing an image
With the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area
to select it. Select an application to use with the selected
area from the icons that appear at the bottom of the screen.

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Basics
Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications
panel. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that
is on the bottom of the screen.
The available options may vary depending on the
region or service provider.
S Pen Keeper
When the touch screen is off and S Pen is removed from
the device, the device displays a pop-up alert and emits a
sound if you walk. Access the S Pen settings to activate or
deactivate the feature.
Notifications
Notification icons appear on the status bar to report missed
calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and
more. Open the notifications panel, and then view your
device’s current status and use available options.

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Basics
Managing contacts
Manage contacts, including phone numbers, email
addresses, and others. You can group contacts to make
them easier to search for and send contacts to others or
share them.
Sending messages
Send text messages, or multimedia messages by attaching
images or videos.
You may incur additional charges for sending or
receiving messages while you are outside your
home service area. For details, contact your service
provider.
Making or answering a call
Use call functions, such as making and answering calls,
using options available during a call, or customising and
using call-related features.
Making a call
Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap .
Answering a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the circle.

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Basics
Viewing the user manual
The user manual provides complete information about
operating your device.
You may incur additional charges for accessing the
Internet and downloading media files. For details,
contact your service provider.
From your device
1
Open the Internet application.
2
Tap to open the bookmarks list.
3
Select the bookmark for the user manual.
Using applications
The Applications screen displays icons for all applications,
including any new applications installed.
Open the Applications screen and select an application icon
to open it. Tap to close applications.
Connecting to the Internet
Connect to the Internet by using the Wi-Fi feature or cellular
data network. Open the Internet application and browse
webpages.
You may incur additional charges for accessing the
Internet and downloading media files. For details,
contact your service provider.

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Basics
To access the user manual more easily, place a shortcut or
widget for the user manual on the Home screen.
The user manual may not be available depending
on the web browser or service provider.
From your computer
Access www.samsung.com and then search for the user
manual by the model name of your device.