Samsung SM-T817T User manual

Table of Contents
My Carrier ....................................................... 3
Service.............................................................4
Device Functions........................................... 5
Setting Up Your Device................................7
Turning Your Device On and Off ........................10
Locking and Unlocking Screen..........................10
Initial Device Configuration..................................10
Home Screen................................................ 11
Contacts ........................................................12
Creating a New Contact .......................................12
Adding a Number to an Existing Contact.........12
Deleting an Existing Contact ............................... 13
Messages ......................................................14
Create and Send a Message ..............................14
Connections .................................................15
Connecting to Bluetooth®.....................................15
Connecting to Wi-Fi ...............................................15
Mobile HotSpot.......................................................16
USB Tethering.........................................................18

Apps & More .................................................20
Installing Apps ........................................................20
Samsung Smart Switch........................................20
Gmail (Google Account)....................................... 20
Setting Up Your Email Accounts .......................21
Internet......................................................................22
Multi Window........................................................... 23
Camera .....................................................................24
Lock Screen............................................................25
Legal...............................................................26
APPROVED FIRMWARE VERSIONS .................26
INFORMATION ABOUT SAFEGUARDING
HANDSETS..............................................................26
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...............................27

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My Carrier
This guide provides you with the information you
need to get started. For more information and
additional support, please visit
www.t-mobile.com/support/ where you can:
●Register at my.t-mobile.com/ to manage your
account and change your rate plan.
●Review your device’s User Manual and
troubleshooting FAQs.
●View the latest troubleshooting solutions in
the Support Forums or ask a question of
your own.
Access account information from:
1. From the Home screen, tap Apps g
T-Mobile My Account.
2. If prompted, follow the on-screen information
for support and what’s new in the app.
3. Choose from an available category such as:
Account Info, Device Support, Notifications,
and others.
Note: Devices and software are constantly
evolving—the screen images and icons you
see here are for reference only.

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Service
If you are a new T-Mobile®customer and your
service has not yet been activated, call Customer
Care at 1-800-937-8997 and a T-Mobile Activations
representative will assist you.
You will need the following information when
activating service:
●Your Service Agreement and the agent code
on your Agreement
●Your name, home address, home phone
number, and billing address
Note: For business and government accounts,
please provide the name of the
organization, the address, and the tax ID.
●Your Social Security number, current driver’s
license number, and date of birth for credit
check purposes
●Your choice of T-Mobile rate plan and
services (see www.t-mobile.com for the latest
plan information)
●SIM serial number and IMEI number (located
on the box barcode label)
Note: Service or use is your agreement to
T-Mobile’s Terms and Conditions. T-Mobile
requires ARBITRATION of disputes UNLESS
YOU OPT OUT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF
ACTIVATION. See T-Mobile’s Terms and
Conditions for details at www.T-Mobile.com/
terms-conditions.

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Device Functions
Home/Fingerprint
Scanner
Recent Apps
Back
Front Camera
Headset Jack
Power/Lock Key
Volume Key
microSD™
Card Slot
SIM Card
Slot
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S Pen
USB/Charger Port
Rear camera
IR Blaster
Flash
FPO

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Setting Up Your Device
Caution! Do not attempt to remove the back cover
as it cannot be removed.
Step 1. Install the SIM
1. Hold the device securely.
2. Use the SIM/SD card removal tool that came
with your phone to open the SIM card tray.
3. Carefully place the new SIM card into the
tray with the logo facing up.
4. Gently push the tray into the slot.
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Step 2. Install the optional microSD card
1. Hold the device securely.
2. Use the SIM/SD card removal tool that came
with your device to open the SD card tray.
3. Carefully place the new SD card into the
tray with the logo facing up.
4. Gently push the tray into the slot
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Step 3. Charging the Device
●Before turning on your device, charge it fully.
Be sure to use the charger that came with
the device.
Warning! Please use only an approved charging
accessory to charge your device.
Improper handling of the charging port,
ane the use of an incompatible charger,
may cause damage to your device and
void the warranty.
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Turning Your Device On and Off
1. To turn ON, press and hold the Power/Lock
key.
2. To turn OFF, press and hold Power/Lock
key and follow the prompts.
Locking and Unlocking Screen
1. To Lock, press the Power/Lock key.
2. To Unlock, press the Power/Lock key then
swipe your finger across the screen.
Initial Device Configuration
1. Select a language and tap or tap
ACCESSIBILITY if you are visually impaired
or hard of hearing.
2. Follow the prompts to complete setup.