Samsung SM-T520 User manual

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User Manual
SM-T520

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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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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 CERTIFIED Passpoint™, 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 Charging the battery
12 Inserting a memory card
14 Turning the device on and off
15 Holding the device
15 Locking and unlocking the device
15 Adjusting the volume
15 Switching to silent mode
Basics
16 Indicator icons
17 Using the touch screen
20 Control motions
22 Palm motions
23 Samsung Smart Pause
24 Using Multi Window
29 Notifications
30 Home screen
35 Applications screen
36 Using applications
37 Help
37 Entering text
39 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
41 Setting up accounts
41 Setting up user profiles
42 Transferring files
43 Securing the device
45 Upgrading the device
Communication
46 Contacts
50 Email
52 Google Mail
54 Hangouts
54 Google+
55 Photos
Web & network
56 Internet
57 Chrome
58 Bluetooth
59 Screen Mirroring
60 e-Meeting
66 WebEx
75 Remote PC
80 SideSync 3.0

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118 Downloads
119 KNOX
Travel & local
120 Maps
Settings
121 About Settings
121 Connections
124 Device
128 Controls
131 General
135 Google Settings
Appendix
136 Troubleshooting
142 Removing the battery
Media
86 Music
88 Camera
95 Gallery
99 Video
100 YouTube
101 Flipboard
Application & media stores
102 Play Store
103 Samsung Apps
103 Play Books
104 Play Movies & TV
104 Play Music
104 Play Games
104 Play Newsstand
Utilities
105 Memo
106 S Planner
108 Dropbox
108 Cloud
109 Drive
110 Hancom Viewer
112 Alarm
113 World Clock
114 Calculator
114 S Voice
115 S Finder
115 Google
116 Voice Search
116 My Files

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Getting started
Device layout
Back button
Home button
Speaker
Light sensor
Recent apps button
Multipurpose jack
Touch screen
Front camera
Power button
Volume button
Microphone
Memory card slot
IrLED
GPS antenna
Rear camera
Speaker
Headset jack
Flash

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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 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 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.

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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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Charging the battery
Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time.
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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When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.
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If you use multiple applications at once, network applications, or applications
that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid
disconnecting from the network or losing power during a data transfer, always use
these applications after fully charging the battery.
Charging with the charger
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.