Samsung Galaxy Tab GT-P7500 User manual

GT-P7500
user manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung P7500.
This powerful,“go anywhere”device, puts the best of the web
and mobile computing at your fingertips in a lightweight,
highly versatile platform that fits your active lifestyle. Built on
the Google Android operating system, the P7500 gives you
access to thousands of useful and entertaining applications to
enrich your mobile web experience.
With integrated wireless access and a responsive touch
screen, you can read books and newspapers on the go; stay
up-to-date on the latest news, sports, and weather; manage
your multimedia and business files; and browse the web for
maps, business locations, and more.
Read me first
Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully
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before using your device to ensure safe and proper use.
The descriptions in this manual are based on the default
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settings of your device.
Images and screenshots used in this user manual may differ
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in appearance from the actual product.
Content in this user manual may differ from the product, or
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from software provided by service providers or carriers, and
is subject to change without prior notice. Refer to
www.samsung.com for the latest version of the user
manual.
Available features and additional services may vary by
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device, software, or service provider.

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Formatting and delivery of this user manual is based
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on Google Android operating systems and may vary
depending on the user’s operating system.
Applications and their functions may vary by country,
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region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for
performance issues caused by third-party applications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or
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incompatibilities caused by user editing of registry settings.
You may upgrade your mobile device’s software by
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for such copyright infringement by the user.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons you will
see in this manual:
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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Followed by—the order of options or menus you
must select to perform a step; for example: From the
Home screen, open the application list and select
Settings
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Wireless and networks (represents
Settings, followed by Wireless and networks)
[ ] Square brackets—device keys; for example:
[] (represents the Power/Reset/Lock key)
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ABOUT DIVX VIDEO
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for more information and software tools to convert your files
into DivX videos.
DivX Certified®to play DivX®video up to HD 720p, including
premium content
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND
This DivX Certified®device must be registered in order to play
purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain
your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your
device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.comfor more information
on how to complete your registration.

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Contents
Assembling ................................................................ 9
Unpack ...................................................................................... 9
Install the SIM or USIM card ............................................... 10
Charge the battery ............................................................... 10
Getting started ....................................................... 13
Turn your device on and off ............................................... 13
Get to know your device ..................................................... 14
Use the touch screen ........................................................... 17
Get to know the Home screen ........................................... 19
Access applications .............................................................. 22
Customise your device ........................................................ 23
Enter text ................................................................................ 28
Web .......................................................................... 33
Browser ................................................................................... 33
Pulse ........................................................................................ 38
Market ..................................................................................... 39
YouTube .................................................................................. 40
Maps ........................................................................................ 41
Latitude ................................................................................... 42
Places ....................................................................................... 43
Navigation .............................................................................. 44
Samsung Apps ...................................................................... 45
Communication ..................................................... 46
Messaging .............................................................................. 46
Google Mail ............................................................................ 47

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Email ........................................................................................ 49
Talk ........................................................................................... 52
Social Hub .............................................................................. 53
Entertainment ........................................................ 54
Music player ........................................................................... 54
Music Hub .............................................................................. 56
Camera .................................................................................... 57
Video ........................................................................................ 65
Gallery ..................................................................................... 65
Personal information ............................................ 68
Contacts .................................................................................. 68
Calendar ................................................................................. 72
Memo ...................................................................................... 74
Connectivity ........................................................... 75
PC connections ..................................................................... 75
Wi-Fi ......................................................................................... 77
Bluetooth ................................................................................ 79
Mobile network sharing ..................................................... 82
GPS ........................................................................................... 84
VPN connections .................................................................. 85
Tools ......................................................................... 87
Alarm ....................................................................................... 87
Calculator ............................................................................... 88
Downloads ............................................................................. 88
eBook ...................................................................................... 88
Google Search ....................................................................... 90

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MyFiles .................................................................................... 90
Pen memo .............................................................................. 92
Polaris Office .......................................................................... 93
Voice Search ........................................................................... 95
World Clock ............................................................................ 95
Settings .................................................................... 96
Access the Settings menu .................................................. 96
Wireless and networks ........................................................ 96
Sound ...................................................................................... 98
Screen ...................................................................................... 99
Power saving mode ............................................................. 99
Location and security ........................................................ 100
Applications ......................................................................... 102
Accounts and sync .............................................................. 103
Motion settings ................................................................... 103
Privacy ................................................................................... 103
Storage .................................................................................. 104
Language and input .......................................................... 104
Accessibility ......................................................................... 108
Date and time ...................................................................... 108
About tablet ......................................................................... 108
Troubleshooting .................................................. 109
Safety precautions ............................................... 113
Index ...................................................................... 123

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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device
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Quick start guide
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Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal
software may cause damage or malfunctions that are
not covered by your manufacturer's warranty.
The items supplied with your device may vary
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depending on the software and accessories available
in your region or offered by your service provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your local
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Samsung dealer.
The supplied accessories perform best for your device.
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Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be
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compatible with your device.

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Install the SIM or USIM card
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive
a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription
details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and
optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can
purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.
To install the SIM or USIM card,
Open the cover to the SIM card slot.
1
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured
2
contacts facing down.
Close the cover of the SIM card slot.
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Charge the battery
Your device has a built-in battery. Before using the device for
the first time, you must charge the battery.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unauthorised
chargers can cause batteries to explode or damage your
device.

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Charge the battery only with a charger. You cannot
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charge the battery with the USB cable.
When your battery is low, the device will emit a
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warning tone and display a low battery message. The
battery icon will also be empty. If the battery level
becomes too low, the device will automatically power
off. Recharge your battery to continue using your
device.
If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot
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turn on the device, even with the USB power adapter
connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a
few minutes before you try to turn on the device.
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and
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then plug the end of the USB cable into the multifunction
jack.
The shape of the USB power adapter may differ
depending on your region.
Connecting the USB cable improperly may cause
serious damage to the device or USB power adapter.
Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the
warranty.

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Plug the USB power adapter into a power outlet.
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You can use the device while it is charging, but it may
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take longer to fully charge the battery.
While the device is charging, the touch screen may
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not function due to an unstable power supply. If
this happens, unplug the USB power adapter from
the power outlet or unplug the USB cable from the
device.
While charging, the device may heat up. This is
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normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or
performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your
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device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no
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longer moving), unplug the USB power adapter and USB
cable from the device and then from the power outlet.
To save energy, unplug the USB power adapter when
not in use. The USB power adapter does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the USB power
adapter from the outlet to interrupt the power supply.
The USB power adapter should remain close to the
socket when in use.

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Getting started
Turn your device on and off
To turn on your device,
Press and hold [
1
].
If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the on-
2
screen instructions to set up your device.
To turn off your device, press and hold [ ] and select Power
off
→
OK.
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Switch to Flight mode
In Flight mode, you can disable all wireless connections and
use non-network services in areas where wireless devices are
prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
To activate Flight mode, go to Settings
→
Wireless and
networks
→
Flight mode. You can also press and hold [ ]
and then select Flight mode.
To deactivate Flight mode and use wireless connections, go
to Settings
→
Wireless and networks and clear the check
box next to Flight mode.

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Get to know your device
Device layout
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Number Function
1
Power/Reset/Lock key
2
Volume key
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Speaker
4
Light sensor
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Multifunction jack
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SIM card slot
7
Headset jack
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Front camera lens
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Mouthpiece
10
Rear camera lens
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Internal antenna
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Flashbulb
1. Connecting a headset to your device improperly can damage
the headset jack or the headset.
Keys
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Key Function
Power/
Reset
1
/
Lock
Turn on the device (press and hold);
Access the quick menus (press and
hold); Reset the device (press and hold
for 10-15 seconds); Lock the touch
screen.
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
1
1. If your device has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes, you may
need to reset the device to regain functionality.

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Indicator icons
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Icons shown on the display may vary depending on
your region or service provider.
Icon Definition
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
Open WLANs available
WLAN connected
Bluetooth activated
Receiving GPS data
Synchronised with the web
Uploading data
Downloading data
Connected to PC
USB tethering activated
Wi-Fi tethering activated
New email message
New Google Mail
Alarm activated
Event notification
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Flight mode activated

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Icon Definition
Music playback in progress
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
Unable to charge
Current time
1. If you use a charger that is not approved by Samsung, this
indicator will not appear.
Use the touch screen
Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or
perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch
screen.
To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use
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sharp tools.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact
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with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges
can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact
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with water. The touch screen may malfunction in
humid conditions or when exposed to water.
For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the
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screen protection film before using your device.
Your touch screen has a layer that detects small
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electrical charges emitted by the human body. For
best performance, tap the touch screen with your
fingertip. The touch screen will not react to touches of
sharp tools, such as a stylus or pen.
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You can control your touch screen with the following actions:
Tap: Touch once with your finger to select or launch a menu,
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option, or application.
Drag: Tap and drag your finger up, down, left, or right to
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move to items on lists.
Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than
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2 seconds to open a pop-up option list.
Drag and drop: Tap and hold your finger on an item, and
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then drag your finger to move the item.
Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your finger to zoom in
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or out while viewing photos.
Rotate the touch screen
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Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its
orientation. If you rotate the device, the interface will
automatically rotate according to the orientation.
To set the interface to keep the orientation, select the right
side of the system bar and then select Auto rotation on the
notifications panel.
Lock or unlock the touch screen
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When you do not use the device for a specified period, your
device turns off the touch screen and automatically locks the
touch screen to prevent any unwanted device operations. To
manually lock the touch screen, press [ ].
To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing [ ], tap any point
on the screen, and drag in any direction until it reaches the
border of the circle. If you set a screen lock, you need to enter
your PIN or password, or draw a pattern.
You can activate the screen lock feature to prevent
others from using or accessing your personal data and
information saved in your device. ►p. 25

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Get to know the Home screen
When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the Home
screen. From the Home screen, you can view your device’s
status and access applications. Scroll left or right to a panel of
the Home screen.
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2 4
3
1
The above screen may differ depending on your region
or service provider.
Number Function
1
Select a dot at the top of the screen to move to
the corresponding panel directly.
2
Search the web with the Google Search
widget.
3
Access the application list.
4
Customise the Home screen.
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System bar (See the following section)

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System bar
From the system bar, you can quickly navigate screens, access
applications, view system information, and more.
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3
2
4
1
5
Number Function
1
Capture the current screen.
2
Return to the Home screen; Access the task
manager (tap and hold).
3
Return to the previous screen.
4
Open the list of recent applications; Access the
application list (tap and hold).
5
Display indicator icons and your device’s
current status; Open the notifications panel.
6
Open the shortcuts panel.
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Add items to the Home screen
You can customise the Home screen by adding shortcuts to
applications or items in applications, widgets, or folders.
To add an item to the Home screen,
From the Home screen, select
1
.
Select an item category.
2
Widgets
●: Add widgets. Widgets are small applications
that provide convenient functions and information on
your Home screen.
App Shortcuts
●: Add shortcuts to applications on the
Home screen.