Samsung SMP555C Users Manual
Draft 6.1
2015-02-10
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User manual
SM-P555C
using this manual
This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions
and features of your mobile Tablet PC. To get started quickly, refer to “introducing
your mobile Tablet PC,
Instructional icons
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 Tablet PC or
other equipment
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(represents “see page 12”)
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step; for example: In Menu mode, select Messages Õ Create new message
(represents Messages, followed by Create new message)
[ ] Square brackets—Tablet PC keys; for example: [
Power/ Menu exit key)
< > Angled brackets—softkeys that control different functions at each screen; for
example: <OK> (represents the OK softkey)
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contents
safety and usage information
Safety warnings
Safety precautions
Important usage information
introducing your mobile Tablet PC
Unpack ..
Tablet PC layout
Keys
Display
Icons
assembling and preparing your mobile Tablet PC
Install the SIM card and battery
Charge the battery
using basic functions
Turn your Tablet PC on and off
Access menus
Customise your Tablet PC
Use basic call functions
Send and view messages
Add and find contacts
troubleshooting
safety and usage
information
Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and
ensure peak performance of your mobile Tablet PC.
Safety warnings
Keep your Tablet PC away from small children and pets
Keep your Tablet PC and all accessories out of the reach of small children or
animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed.
Protect your hearing
Excessive exposure to sound at high volumes can cause hearing damage. Always
turn the volume down before plugging the earTablet PCs into an audio source and use only the
minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music.
Install mobile Tablet PCs and equipment with caution
Ensure that any mobile Tablet PCs or related equipment installed in your vehicle are
securely mounted. Avoid placing your Tablet PC and accessories near or in an air
bag deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause serious
injury when air bags inflate rapidly.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers specifically designed for
your Tablet PC. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious
injuries or damage to your Tablet PC.
Never dispose of batteries or Tablet PCs in a fire. Follow all local regulations
when disposing used batteries or Tablet PCs.
Never place batteries or Tablet PCs on or in heating devices, such as
microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when
overheated.
Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high
external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating.
Avoid interference with pacemakers
Maintain a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) between mobile Tablet PCs and
pacemakers to avoid potential interference, as recommended by manufacturers and
the independent research group, Wireless Technology Research. If you have any
reason to suspect that your Tablet PC is interfering with a pacemaker or other
medical device, turn off the Tablet PC immediately and contact the manufacturer of
the pacemaker or medical device for guidance.
Turn off the Tablet PC in potentially explosive environments
Do not use your Tablet PC at refuelling points (service stations) or near fuels or
chemicals. Turn off your Tablet PC whenever directed by warning signs or
instructions. Your Tablet PC could cause explosions or fire in and around fuel or
chemical storage and transfer areas or blasting areas. Do not store or carry
flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the
Tablet PC, its parts, or accessories.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries
When sending text messages or playing games on your Tablet PC, hold the Tablet
PC with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, use special features that reduce the
number of keys you have to press (such as templates and predictive text), and take
frequent breaks.
Safety precautions
Drive safely at all times
Avoid using your Tablet PC while driving and obey all regulations that restrict the use
of mobile Tablet PCs while driving. Use hands-free accessories to increase your
safety when possible.
Follow all safety warnings and regulations
Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a mobile Tablet PC in a certain
area.
Use only Samsung-approved accessories
Using incompatible accessories may damage your Tablet PC or cause injury.
Turn off the Tablet PC near medical equipment
Your Tablet PC can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care
facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical
personnel.
Turn off the Tablet PC or disable the wireless functions when in an aircraft
Your Tablet PC can cause interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline
regulations and turn off your Tablet PC or switch to a mode that disables the wireless
functions when directed by airline personnel.
Protect batteries and chargers from damage
Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0° C/32° F or
above 45° C/ 113° F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and
life of your batteries.
Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a connection
between the + and - terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or permanent
battery damage.
Never use a damaged charger or battery.
Handle your Tablet PC carefully and sensibly
Do not allow your Tablet PC to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage. Do not
handle your Tablet PC with wet hands. Water damage to your Tablet PC can void
your manufacturer’s warranty.
Avoid using or storing your Tablet PC in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage
to moving parts.
Your Tablet PC is a complex electronic device— protect it from impacts and
rough handling to avoid serious damage.
Do not paint your Tablet PC, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent
proper operation.
Avoid using the Tablet PC’s camera flash or light close to the eyes of children
or animals.
Your Tablet PC and memory cards may be damaged by exposure to
magnetic fields. Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic
closures or allow your Tablet PC to come in contact with magnetic fields for
extended periods of time.
Avoid interference with other electronic devices
Your Tablet PC emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded
or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids,
medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the
manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you
experience.
Important usage information
Use your Tablet PC in the normal position
Avoid contact with your Tablet PC’s internal antenna.
Allow only qualified personnel to service your Tablet PC
Allowing unqualified personnel to service your Tablet PC may result in damage to
your Tablet PC and will void your warranty.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten
battery life.
Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use.
Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
Use batteries only for their intended purpose.
Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care
Do not remove a card while the Tablet PC is transferring or accessing
information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or
Tablet PC.
Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electrical noise from
other devices.
Frequent writing and erasing will shorten the life span of memory cards.
Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers or metal
objects. If dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.
Ensure access to emergency services
Emergency calls from your Tablet PC may not be possible in some areas or
circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate
method of contacting emergency services personnel.
Health and safety information
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals
Certification Information (SAR)
Your wireless Tablet PC is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and
manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF) energy set
by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. government. These
FCC exposure limits are derived from the recommendations of two expert
organizations, the National Counsel on Radiation Protection and Measurement
(NCRP) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In both
cases, the recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts
drawn from industry, government, and academia after extensive reviews of the
scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy.
The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless mobile Tablet PCs employs a unit of
measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure
of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts
per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless Tablet PCs to comply with a safety
limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/ kg). The FCC exposure limit incorporates a
substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and to account
for any variations in measurements.
SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC
with the Tablet PC transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested
frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level,
the actual SAR level of the Tablet PC while operating can be well below the
maximum value. This is because the Tablet PC is designed to operate at multiple
power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general,
the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output.
Before a new model Tablet PC is available for sale to the public, it must be tested
and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the
FCC. Tests for each model Tablet PC are performed in positions and locations as
required by the FCC.
Non-compliance with the above restrictions may result in violation of FCC RF
exposure guidelines.
SAR information on this and other model Tablet PCs can be viewed on-line at
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid/. Please use the Tablet PC FCC ID number for
search, A3LSMP555C. Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack
to find the number. Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular Tablet PC,
follow the instructions on the website and it should provide values for typical or
maximum SAR for a particular Tablet PC. Additional product specific SAR
information can also be obtained at http://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/specific-absorption-
rate-sar-cellular-teleTablet PCs
Consumer Information on Wireless Tablet PCs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a series of Questions
and Answers for consumers relating to radio frequency (RF) exposure from wireless
Tablet PCs. The FDA publication includes the following information:
What kinds of Tablet PCs are the subject of this update?
The term wireless Tablet PC refers here to hand-held wireless Tablet PCs with built-
in antennas, often called “cell,” “mobile,” or “PCS” Tablet PCs. These types of
wireless Tablet PCs can expose the user to measurable radio frequency energy (RF)
because of the short distance between the Tablet PC and the user's head. These RF
exposures are limited by Federal Communications Commission safety guidelines
that were developed with the advice of FDA and other federal health and safety
agencies. When the Tablet PC is located at greater distances from the user, the
exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person's RF exposure decreases
rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so-called “cordless Tablet
PCs,” which have a base unit connected to the teleTablet PC wiring in a house,
typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus produce RF exposures well
within the FCC's compliance limits.
Do wireless Tablet PCs pose a health hazard?
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are
associated with using wireless Tablet PCs. There is no proof, however, that wireless
Tablet PCs are absolutely safe. Wireless Tablet PCs emit low levels of radio
frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They also emit very
low levels of RF when in the stand-by mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce
health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not produce
heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low level
RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested
that some biological effects may occur, but such findings have not been confirmed
by additional research. In some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in
reproducing those studies, or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results.
What is FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless Tablet PCs?
Under the law, FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer
products such as wireless Tablet PCs before they can be sold, as it does with new
drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if
wireless Tablet PCs are shown to emit radio frequency energy (RF) at a level that is
hazardous to the user. In such a case, FDA could require the manufacturers of
wireless Tablet PCs to notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace or
recall the Tablet PCs so that the hazard no longer exists.
Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, FDA has
urged the wireless Tablet PC industry to take a number of steps, including the
following:
“Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type
emitted by wireless Tablet PCs;
“Design wireless Tablet PCs in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the
user that is not necessary for device function; and
“Cooperate in providing users of wireless Tablet PCs with the best possible
information on possible effects of wireless Tablet PC use on human health.
FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the federal agencies that have
responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the
federal level. The following agencies belong to this working group:
“National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
“Environmental Protection Agency
“Federal Communications Commission
“Occupational Safety and Health Administration
“National Telecommunications and Information Administration
The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group
activities, as well.
FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless Tablet PCs with the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). All Tablet PCs that are sold in the United
States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure. FCC relies on
FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless Tablet PCs.
FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless Tablet PC networks rely upon.
While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless Tablet PCs
themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically
thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless Tablet PCs. Base
stations are thus not the primary subject of the safety questions discussed in this
document.
What are the results of the research done already?
The research done thus far has produced conflicting results, and many studies have
suffered from flaws in their research methods. Animal experiments investigating the
effects of radio frequency energy (RF) exposures characteristic of wireless Tablet
PCs have yielded conflicting results that often cannot be repeated in other
laboratories. A few animal studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF
could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals. However, many of
the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been
genetically engineered or treated with cancer-causing chemicals so as to be predisposed to develop cancer in absence of RF exposure. Other studies exposed the
animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the
conditions under which people use wireless Tablet PCs, so we don't know with
certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health.
Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000.
Between them, the studies investigated any possible association between the use of
wireless Tablet PCs and primary brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic
neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers. None of
the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health effects from wireless
Tablet PCs RF exposures. However, none of the studies can answer questions
about long-term exposures, since the average period of Tablet PC use in these
studies was around three years.
What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless Tablet
PCs poses a health risk?
A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies of people actually
using wireless Tablet PCs would provide some of the data that are needed. Lifetime
animal exposure studies could be completed in a few years. However, very large
numbers of animals would be needed to provide reliable proof of a cancer promoting
effect if one exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data that is directly
applicable to human populations, but ten or more years' follow-up may be needed to
provide answers about some health effects, such as cancer. This is because the
interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time tumors
develop - if they do - may be many, many years. The interpretation of
epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure
during day-to-day use of wireless Tablet PCs. Many factors affect this measurement,
such as the angle at which the Tablet PC is held, or which model of Tablet PC is
used.
What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of
wireless Tablet PC RF?
FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and with groups of
investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are
conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to radio
frequency energy (RF).
FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization international
Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. An influential result
of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that
has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world. The
Project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF
issues.
FDA and Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a formal
Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to do research on
wireless Tablet PC safety. FDA provides the scientific oversight, obtaining input from
experts in government, industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-funded research
is conducted through contracts to independent investigators. The initial research will
include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless Tablet PC users. The CRADA
will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of
the latest research developments around the world.
What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio frequency energy from
my wireless Tablet PC?
If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not know that there is it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks,
you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radio frequency
energy (RF). Since time is a key factor in how much exposure a person receives,
reducing the amount of time spent using a wireless Tablet PC will reduce RF
exposure.
“If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless Tablet PC every
day, you could place more distance between your body and the source of the
RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance. For
example, you could use a headset and carry the wireless Tablet PC away
from your body.
Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless Tablet PCs are harmful.
But if you are concerned about the RF exposure from these products, you can use
measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless
Tablet PC use.
What about children using wireless Tablet PCs?
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless Tablet PCs,
including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure to radio
frequency energy (RF), the measures described above would apply to children and
teenagers using wireless Tablet PCs. Reducing the time of wireless Tablet PC use
and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF
exposure.
Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children
be discouraged from using wireless Tablet PCs at all. For example, the government
in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in
December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless Tablet PC
causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit wireless Tablet
PC use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence
that any health hazard exists.
Do hands-free kits for wireless Tablet PCs reduce risks from exposure to RF
emissions?
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless Tablet
PCs, there is no reason to believe that hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits
can be used with wireless Tablet PCs for convenience and comfort. These systems
reduce the absorption of RF energy in the head because the Tablet PC, which is the
source of the RF emissions, will not be placed against the head. On the other hand,
if the Tablet PC is mounted against the waist or other part of the body during use,
then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless Tablet PCs
marketed in the U.S. are required to meet safety requirements regardless of whether
they are used against the head or against the body. Either configuration should
result in compliance with the safety limit.
Do wireless Tablet PC accessories that claim to shield the head from RF
radiation work?
Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from wireless Tablet
PCs, there is no reason to believe that accessories that claim to shield the head from
those emissions reduce risks. Some products that claim to shield the user from RF
absorption use special Tablet PC cases, while others involve nothing more than a
metallic accessory attached to the Tablet PC. Studies have shown that these
products generally do not work as advertised. Unlike “hand-free” kits, these so-called
“shields” may interfere with proper operation of the Tablet PC. The Tablet PC may
be forced to boost its power to compensate, leading to an increase in RF absorption.
In February 2002, the Federal trade Commission (FTC) charged two companies that
sold devices that claimed to protect wireless Tablet PC users from radiation with
making false and unsubstantiated claims. According to FTC, these defendants
lacked a reasonable basis to substantiate their claim.
What about wireless Tablet PC interference with medical equipment?
Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless Tablet PCs can interact with some
electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped develop a detailed test method to
measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and
defibrillators from wireless teleTablet PCs. This test method is now part of a standard
sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Medical instrumentation
(AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical device manufacturers, and
many other groups, was completed in late 2000. This standard will allow
manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from
wireless Tablet PC EMI. FDA has tested wireless Tablet PCs and helped develop a
voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for
hearing aids and wireless Tablet PCs so that no interference occurs when a person
uses a compatible Tablet PC and a compatible hearing aid at the same time. This
standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000.
FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless Tablet PCs for possible interactions
with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDA will
conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem.
Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from various sources can be
obtained from the following organizations:
FCC RF Safety Program:
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
http://www.epa.gov/radiation/
Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA):
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
National institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH):
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/
World health Organization (WHO):
http://www.who.int/peh-emf/
International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection:
http://www.icnirp.de
National Radiation Protection Board (UK):
http://www.hpa-radiationservices.org.uk/rpa
Updated 4/3/2002: US food and Drug Administration
http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-
EmittingProducts/RadiationEmittingProductsandProcedures/HomeBusinessandEntertainment/
CellTablet PCs/default.htm
Road Safety
Your wireless Tablet PC gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice,
almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits
of wireless Tablet PCs, one that every user must uphold.
When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless
Tablet PC behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember
the following tips:
1. Get to know your wireless Tablet PC and its features, such as speed dial and
redial. If available, these features help you to place your call without taking
your attention off the road.
2. When available, use a hands-free device. If possible, add an additional layer
of convenience and safety to your wireless Tablet PC with one of the many
hands free accessories available today.
3. Position your wireless Tablet PC within easy reach. Be able to access your
wireless Tablet PC without removing your eyes from the road. If you get an
incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you.
4. Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving; if necessary,
suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet,
snow, ice and even heavy traffic can be hazardous.
5. Do not take notes or look up Tablet PC numbers while driving. Jotting down a
“to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from
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