Samsung GT-P7500/M16 User Manual
GT-P7500
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Contents
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Assembling ........................................................ 10
Unpack ................................................................................................. 10
Device layout ..................................................................................... 11
Keys ........................................................................................................ 13
Insert the SIM or USIM card ......................................................... 14
Charge the battery .......................................................................... 15
Getting started .................................................. 18
Turn on or off your device ............................................................ 18
Use the touch screen ...................................................................... 19
Use motions ....................................................................................... 21
Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys .................... 22
Get to know the Home screen ................................................... 23
Access applications ......................................................................... 27
Launch multiple applications ..................................................... 29
Customise your device .................................................................. 30
Enter text ............................................................................................. 35
Web and GPS-based services ............................ 39
Internet ................................................................................................. 39
Latitude ................................................................................................ 43
Maps ...................................................................................................... 43
Play Store ............................................................................................. 45
Navigation ........................................................................................... 46
Local ....................................................................................................... 46
Pulse ...................................................................................................... 47
Readers Hub ....................................................................................... 48
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Samsung Apps .................................................................................. 48
YouTube ............................................................................................... 49
Communication ................................................. 51
Messages ............................................................................................. 51
Google Mail ........................................................................................ 52
Email ...................................................................................................... 54
Talk ......................................................................................................... 56
Messenger ........................................................................................... 57
Google+ ............................................................................................... 58
Social Hub ........................................................................................... 58
Entertainment .................................................... 59
Camera ................................................................................................. 59
Video player ........................................................................................ 67
Gallery ................................................................................................... 69
Photo editor ....................................................................................... 71
Music Player ........................................................................................ 73
Music Hub ........................................................................................... 77
Personal information ........................................ 78
Contacts ............................................................................................... 78
S Planner .............................................................................................. 81
Memo .................................................................................................... 82
Pen memo ........................................................................................... 83
Connectivity ....................................................... 84
USB connections .............................................................................. 84
Wi-Fi ....................................................................................................... 86
Wi-Fi Direct .......................................................................................... 89
AllShare ................................................................................................ 90
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Mobile network sharing ................................................................ 92
Bluetooth ............................................................................................. 94
GPS ......................................................................................................... 96
VPN connections .............................................................................. 97
Tools .................................................................... 99
Alarm ..................................................................................................... 99
Calculator ............................................................................................ 99
Downloads ........................................................................................ 100
eBook .................................................................................................. 100
My Files ............................................................................................... 101
Polaris Office .................................................................................... 102
Search ................................................................................................. 104
SIM Toolkit ......................................................................................... 104
Task manager ................................................................................... 104
World clock ....................................................................................... 105
Settings ............................................................ 106
Access the setting options ......................................................... 106
Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................... 106
Bluetooth ........................................................................................... 106
Data usage ........................................................................................ 106
More... .................................................................................................. 107
Sound .................................................................................................. 108
Display ................................................................................................ 109
Power saving .................................................................................... 109
Storage ............................................................................................... 110
Battery ................................................................................................ 110
Applications ..................................................................................... 110
Accounts and sync ........................................................................ 111
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Location services ............................................................................ 111
Security ............................................................................................... 111
Language and input ..................................................................... 112
Back up and reset ........................................................................... 115
Dock ..................................................................................................... 115
Date and time .................................................................................. 116
Accessibility ...................................................................................... 116
Motion ................................................................................................ 117
Developer options ......................................................................... 117
About device .................................................................................... 118
Troubleshooting .............................................. 119
Safety information .......................................... 123
Index .................................................................133
Assembling
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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 and available
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accessories may vary depending on your region or
service provider.
You can buy additional accessories from your local
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Samsung retailer.
The supplied items are designed only for your device
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and may not be compatible with other devices.
Other accessories may not be compatible with your
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device.
Assembling
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Device layout
Front view
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Number Function
1
Power/Reset/Lock key
2
Volume key
3
Speaker
4
Light sensor
5
Multifunction jack
6
SIM card slot
7
Headset jack
1
8
Front camera lens
9
Microphone
1. Connecting a headset to your device improperly can damage
the headset jack or the headset.
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Rear view
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Number Function
10
Rear camera lens
1 1
Internal antenna
12
Flash
Assembling
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Keys
Key Function
Power/
Reset
1
/
Lock
Turn on the device (press and hold);
Access the device options (press
and hold); Reset the device (press
and hold for 8-10 seconds); Turn off
and lock the touch screen or turn it
on.
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
1. If your device experiences fatal errors, hanging, or freezing, you
may need to reset the device to regain functionality.
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Insert 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.
Open the cover of the SIM card slot.
1
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured
2
contacts facing downwards.
The SIM card slot of your device is only suited for
standard SIM cards. Inserting a microSIM card or a
microSIM card with an unauthorised holder may cause
damage to the SIM card slot of your device.
Close the cover of the SIM card slot.
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Charge the battery
Before using the device for the first time or when the battery
has been unused for an extended period, you must charge
the battery. Charge the battery only with a charger. You
cannot charge the battery with a USB cable.
You cannot replace the battery in the device. If you have
problems with the battery or need it replaced, take the device
to a Samsung Service Centre.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
Unapproved chargers or cables may cause batteries to
explode or damage your device.
When your battery is low, the device will emit a
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warning tone and show a low battery message.
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 while it is charging. Allow a
depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before
you try to turn on the device.
The shape of the USB power adapter may differ
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depending on your region.
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Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and
1
then plug the end of the USB cable into the multifunction
jack.
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.
Plug the USB power adapter into a power outlet.
2
If the device receives an unstable power supply while
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charging, the touch screen may not function. If this
happens, unplug the USB cable from the device.
The device may heat up while charging. This is
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normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or
performance.
If your device is not charging properly, take your
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device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
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When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the USB
3
cable from the device, and then unplug the USB power
adapter from the electrical socket.
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 electrical socket when not in use to
avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to
the electrical socket while charging.
Reduce the battery consumption
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Your device provides options that help you save battery
power. By customising these options and deactivating
features in the background, you can use the device longer
between charges:
Activate Power saving mode.
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When you are not using your device, switch to Sleep mode
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by pressing the Power key.
Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
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Decrease the backlight time.
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Decrease the brightness of the display.
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Getting started
Getting started
Turn on or off your device
To turn on your device, press and hold the Power key.
If you are turning on your device for the first time, follow
the on-screen instructions to set up your device. You
must sign in to Google or create a Google account to
use applications that interact with the Google server.
To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key, and
then select Power off
→
OK.
Follow all posted warnings and directions from
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approved personnel in areas where the use of wireless
devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
To use only your device’s non-network features,
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switch to Flight mode. ► p. 107
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Use the touch screen
Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or
perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the touch
screen.
Do not press the touch screen with your fingertips,
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or use sharp tools on the touch screen. Doing so may
damage the touch screen or cause it to malfunction.
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 liquids. The touch screen may malfunction in
humid conditions or when exposed to liquids.
Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods
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may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting.
Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the
device.
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
from sharp objects, such as a stylus or pen.
Control your touch screen with the following actions:
Tap
Touch once to select or launch a
menu, option, or application.
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Tap and hold
Tap an item and hold it for more than
2 seconds.
Drag
Tap an item and move it to a new
location.
Double-tap
Tap an item twice quickly.
Flick
Briskly scroll up, down, left, or right to
move through lists or screens.
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Pinch
Place two of your fingers far apart,
and then pinch them together.
Your device turns off the touch screen when you do
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not use it for a specified period. To turn on the screen,
press the Power key.
You can set the length of time that the device waits
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before turning off the screen. In the application list,
select Settings
→
Display → Screen timeout.
Use motions
Built-in motion recognition allows you to perform actions by
moving your device or making gestures with your hands.
To use these functions, you must first activate the motion
recognition feature. In the application list, select Settings
→
Motion.
Tilt
While holding the device with
two hands, tap and hold two
points on the screen, and then
tilt the device back and forth to
zoom in or out when viewing
images in Gallery or browsing
webpages.
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Pan
While holding an item, slide the
device to the left or right to move
the item to another page on the
Home screen or the application
list.
Lock or unlock the touch screen and the
keys
When you do not use the device for a specified period, your
device turns off the touch screen and locks the touch screen
and the keys automatically to prevent unintended operations.
To lock the touch screen and the keys manually, press the
Power key.
To unlock them, turn on the screen by pressing the Power
key, tap anywhere on the screen, and then drag your finger
outside of the large circle.
You can activate the screen lock feature to prevent
others from using or accessing your personal data and
information saved in your device.
► p. 32
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Getting started
Get to know the Home screen
From the Home screen, you can view your device’s status and
access applications.
The Home screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to
view the panels on the Home screen.
System bar
›
From the system bar at the bottom of the screen, you can
quickly navigate screen, view system information, and more.
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Number Function
1
Return to the previous screen.
2
Return to the Home screen.
3
Open the list of recent applications.
4
Launch the application that you specified as
the quick launch shortcut. You can change this
quick launch shortcut by selecting Settings
→
Display
→
Quick launch.
5
Open the mini apps panel.
6
View the current time and your device’s status;
Open the notifications panel.
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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
No signal
Signal strength
Connected to GPRS network
Connected to EDGE network
Connected to HSDPA network
Wi-Fi AP connected
Bluetooth feature activated
GPS-based services in use
Connected to computer
Power saving mode activated
No SIM or USIM card
New message
Alarm activated
Roaming (outside of service area)
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
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Use the notifications panel
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To open the notifications panel, tap the right bottom of the
screen. To hide the panel, select
.
From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s
current status and use the following options:
Wi-Fi
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: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. ► p. 86
GPS
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: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature. ► p. 96
Sound
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: Activate or deactivate Silent mode. You can mute
your device or set it to vibrate in Silent mode.
Screen rotation
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: Allow or prevent the interface from
rotating when you rotate the device.
Power saving
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: Activate or deactivate Power saving mode.
Notification
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: Hide or show notification icons.
Mobile data
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: Activate or deactivate the data connection.
Bluetooth
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: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
► p. 94
Driving mode
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: Activate or deactivate Driving mode.
Sync
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: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
The options available may vary depending on your
region or service provider.
Move an item on the Home screen
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Tap and hold an item, and then
drag it to a new location.
You can add an item to a new
folder or move it to a new panel.
Tap and hold the item, and
then drag it to Create folder or
Create page.
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Remove an item from the Home screen
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Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to the rubbish bin.
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Add or remove a panel from the Home screen
You can add or remove Home screen panels to organise
widgets.
On the Home screen, place two fingers on the screen and
1
pinch them together to switch to Edit mode.
Add, remove, or reorganise panels:
2
To remove a panel, tap and hold the panel’s thumbnail
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image, and then drag it to the rubbish bin.
To add a new panel, select
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.
To set the main panel of the Home screen, select
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.
To change the order of panels, tap and hold the panel’s
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thumbnail image, and then drag it to a new location.
Select
3
to return to the previous screen.
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Use widgets
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Widgets are small applications that provide convenient
functions and information on your Home screen.
The widgets available may vary depending on your
region or service provider.
In the application list, select
1
Widgets to open the widget
panel.
Scroll left or right on the widget panel to find a widget.
2
Tap and hold a widget to add it to the Home screen.
3
Access applications
Launch applications and take full advantage of features on
your device. You can reorganise the application list to match
your preferences, or download applications from the Internet
to enhance your device’s functionality.
On the Home screen, select
1
to access the application
list.
Scroll left or right to another screen.
2
You can also select one of the dots at the bottom of the
screen to move directly to the corresponding screen.
Select an application.
3
Select
4
to return to the previous screen. Select to
return to the Home screen.
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You can add an application shortcut to the Home
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screen by tapping and holding an icon in the
application list.
If you rotate the device while using some features, the
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interface will rotate as well. To prevent the interface
from rotating, select Settings
→
Display → Auto-
rotate screen.
Organise applications
›
You can change the order of applications in the application
list or group them into categories.
In the application list, select
1
→ Edit.
Tap and hold an application icon.
2
Organise applications:
3
To move the application, drag it to a new location.
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To add the application to a new folder, drag it to ●Create
folder.
To move the application to a new panel, drag it to
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Create page.
To uninstall the application, drag it to
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Uninstall.
Select
4
Save.
Download an application
›
In the application list, select 1 Play Store or Samsung
Apps.
Search for an application and download it to the device.
2
To install applications that you downloaded from
other sources, you must select Settings
→
Security →
Unknown sources.
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Uninstall an application
›
In the application list, select 1 → Uninstall.
Select
2
on an application icon and then select OK.
You can uninstall only the applications that you have
downloaded.
Access recently-used applications
›
Select
1
to view the applications you have accessed
recently.
Select an application.
2
Launch multiple applications
Your device allows you to multitask by running multiple
applications at the same time. To launch multiple
applications, select
while using an application. Then
select another application to launch from the Home screen.
Manage applications
›
You can manage multiple applications with the task manager.
In the application list, select
1
Task manager → Active
applications.
The task manager launches and shows active applications.
Control active applications:
2
To switch applications, select one from the list.
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To close an application, select ●End.
To close all active applications, select
●
End all.
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Customise your device
Get more from your device by changing settings to match
your preferences.
Change the display language
›
In the application list, select 1 Settings → Language and
input
→
Language.
Select a language.
2
Turn on or off the touch tones
›
In the application list, select Settings → Sound → Touch
sounds.
Adjust the device’s volume
›
Press the Volume key up or down.
1
Select 2 and drag the sliders to adjust the volume level
for each sound.
Switch to Silent mode
›
To mute or unmute your device, do one of the following:
Tap the right bottom of the screen to open the notifications
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panel, and then select Sound.
Press and hold the Power key, and then select
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or .
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