Samsung SM-T900 User manual

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User Manual
SM-T900

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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
23 Using Multi Window
29 Notifications
30 Home screen
36 Applications screen
37 Using applications
38 Help
38 Entering text
40 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
42 Setting up accounts
42 Setting up user profiles
43 Transferring files
45 Securing the device
46 Upgrading the device
Communication
48 Contacts
52 Email
54 Google Mail
56 Hangouts
56 Google+
57 Photos
57 Twitter
Web & network
58 Internet
59 Chrome
60 Bluetooth
61 Screen Mirroring
62 e-Meeting
68 WebEx
75 Remote PC
81 SideSync 3.0
87 WatchON

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122 Google
123 Voice Search
123 My Files
125 Downloads
126 Evernote
126 KNOX
Travel & local
127 Maps
Settings
128 About Settings
128 Connections
131 Device
136 Controls
140 General
143 Google Settings
Troubleshooting
Media
88 Music
90 Camera
97 Gallery
101 Video
102 YouTube
103 Flipboard
103 Businessweek+
103 NYTimes
104 SketchBook for Galaxy
Application & media stores
105 Play Store
106 Samsung Apps
106 Play Books
107 Play Movies & TV
107 Play Music
107 Play Games
107 Play Newsstand
Utilities
108 S Note
113 S Planner
115 Dropbox
115 Cloud
116 Drive
116 Hancom Viewer
119 Alarm
120 World Clock
121 Calculator
121 S Voice
122 S Finder

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Getting started
Device layout
Back button
Recent apps button
Home button
IrLED
Touch screen
Front camera
Speaker
Light sensor
Multipurpose jack
Memory card slot
Volume button
Power button
Microphone
Headset jack
Rear camera
Flash
GPS antenna
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 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.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.