Samsung SMT677 User Manual

SM-T670

SM-T677

SM-T677Y

User Manual

English (EU). 09/2015. Rev.1.0

www.samsung.com

Table of Contents

Basics

4Read me first

5Package contents

6Device layout

9 Battery

12SIM or USIM card (mobile networkenabled models)

14 Memory card

16 Turning the device on and off

16 Touchscreen

19 Home screen

24Lock screen

25Notification panel

28Entering text

30Screen capture

30Opening apps

31Multi window

36Device and data management

40Connecting to a TV

Applications

42 Installing or uninstalling apps

44Video

45Music

46Internet

47My Files

47 Family Square

49 Camera

52Gallery

53Email

54Contacts

56 Smart Manager

58 S Planner

60 SideSync

68Memo

69Clock

71 Calculator

71 Google apps

Settings

73	Introduction

73	Wi-Fi

75	Bluetooth

77	Flight mode

77Mobile hotspot and tethering (mobile network-enabled models)

78Data usage

78Data usage (mobile network-enabled models)

79Mobile networks (mobile networkenabled models)

79 More connection settings

81Sounds and notifications

82Display

82 Applications

Table of Contents

82 Users

84Wallpaper

85Lock screen and security

85Privacy

86Accessibility

86Accounts

87Backup and reset

88Language and input

89Battery

89Storage

90Date and time

90User manual

90About device

Appendix

91 Troubleshooting

96 Removing the battery

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Read me first

Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

•Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

•Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, model specifications, or device’s software.

•Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

•Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung.

•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 apps to work improperly.

•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.

•You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.

•Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.

•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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•Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC, you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, tap Apps →Settings → About device.

Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

•Device

•Quick start guide

• The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider.

•The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.

•Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

•You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

•Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

•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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Device layout

Device

Camera

Volume key

Power key

Light sensor

Touchscreen

Microphone

GPS antenna

Loud speaker

Headset jack

USB port

DC jack

Card slot cover

Microphone

Loud speaker

Main antenna (mobile network-enabled models)

•Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.

•Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

•Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

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Keys

Key	Function
Power	•	Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Power	•	Press to turn on or lock the screen.
	•	Press to turn on or lock the screen.

Volume	•	Press to adjust the device volume.

Stand

Use you device as a monitor for watching TV or movies, or for sharing content. You can also use the handle on the stand to carry the device.

Always leave the stand attached to the device.

Using the stand

When you stand the device up, always ensure that the upper part of the stand and the device are connected. Also, place the device on a flat surface. If you do not, the device may fall and be damaged.

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Carrying the device

You can hold the stand’s handle and carry the device.

To hold the device safely, put your fingers through the handle and place them between the device and the stand.

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Battery

Charging the battery

Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

You cannot charge the battery using a USB cable. Use the charger to charge the battery.

1 Plug the small end of the charger into the DC jack of the device, and plug the large end of the charger into an electric socket.

	•	Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
	•	damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.


		Do not plug the charger into the headset jack.

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2 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible while charging.

Viewing the remaining charging time

While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps →Settings →Battery.

The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.

Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.

•Optimise the device using the Smart manager.

•When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power key.

•Activate power saving mode.

•Close unnecessary apps.

•Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.

•Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.

•Deactivate auto-syncing of apps.

•Decrease the backlight time.

•Decrease the screen brightness.

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Battery charging tips and precautions

•When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.

•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.

•If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps 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 apps after fully charging the battery.

•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.

•If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.

•While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.

•If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

Power saving mode

Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.

On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →Battery →Power saving mode, and then tap the switch to activate it.

To automatically activate power saving mode when the remaining battery power reaches the preset level, tap Start power saving and select an option.

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SIM or USIM card (mobile network-enabled models)

Installing the SIM or USIM card

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.

•	Only nano-SIM cards work with the device.
•	Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For
	more information about service availability, contact your service provider.

1 Slide the card slot cover to open.

The card slot cover is not detachable. If you forcibly remove the card slot cover, the cover and the device may be damaged. Do not slide the cover excessively.

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2 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Then, push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.

• Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card.

•Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

3 Slide the card slot cover to close.

Removing the SIM or USIM card

Slide the card slot cover to open.

Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengaged from the slot, and then pull it out.

3 Slide the card slot cover to close.

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Memory card

Installing a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.

• Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.

•Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

•The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When

inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory card.

•Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

•When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory appears in the My Files →SD card folder.

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1 Slide the card slot cover to open.

The card slot cover is not detachable. If you forcibly remove the card slot cover, the cover and the device may be damaged. Do not slide the cover excessively.

2	Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Then, push the
	memory card into the slot until it locks in place.
3	Slide the card slot cover to close.

Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →Storage →Unmount SD card.

Slide the card slot cover to open.

Push the memory card until it disengages from the slot, and then pull it out.

Slide the card slot cover to close.

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

Formatting the memory card

A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.

On the Home screen, tap Apps →Settings →Storage →Format SD card →FORMAT SD CARD →ERASE EVERYTHING.

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

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Turning the device on and off

Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.

When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power key, and then tap Power off.

• If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume key down simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

•Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

Touchscreen

• Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.

•To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

•The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which

are outside of the touch input area.

•Leaving the touchscreen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touchscreen when you do not use the device.

•It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.

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Tapping

To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with your finger.

Tapping and holding

Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.

Dragging

To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

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Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.

Swiping

Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts.

Spreading and pinching

Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

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Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.

To view other panels, swipe to the left or right.

A widget

A folder

Screen indicators

Favourite apps

Apps screen icon

Keys

Key	Function
Recents	•	Tap to open the list of recent apps.
Recents	•	Tap and hold to launch the split screen view.
	•	Tap and hold to launch the split screen view.

Home	•	Tap to return to the Home screen.
Home	•	Tap and hold to launch Google.
	•	Tap and hold to launch Google.

Back	•	Tap to return to the previous screen.

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Home screen options

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.

•Wallpapers: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.

•Widgets: Add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.

Adding items

Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.

To add widgets, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap Widgets, tap and hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.

Moving and removing an item

Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen.

To remove an item, tap and hold the item. Then, drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.

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Creating folders

On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.

Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.

3 Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap .

To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.

Managing panels

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel. To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap .

To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.

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Apps screen

The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.

On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right.

Moving items

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

Creating folders

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

On the Apps screen, tap EDIT.

Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.

Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.

A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.

4 Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap .

To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.

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Indicator icons

Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.

Icon	Meaning
	No signal (mobile network-enabled models)

	Signal strength (mobile network-enabled models)

	Roaming (outside of normal service area) (mobile network-enabled
	models)

	GPRS network connected (mobile network-enabled models)

	EDGE network connected (mobile network-enabled models)

	UMTS network connected (mobile network-enabled models)

	HSDPA network connected (mobile network-enabled models)

	HSPA+ network connected (mobile network-enabled models)

/	LTE network connected (mobile network-enabled models)

	Wi-Fi connected

	Bluetooth feature activated

	GPS activated

	Alarm activated

	Mute mode activated

	Flight mode activated

	Error occurred or caution required

	Battery power level

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Lock screen

Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.

You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal information.

On the Apps screen, tap Settings →Lock screen and security →Screen lock type, and then select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.

Pattern

Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.

A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Password

A password consists of characters and numbers. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it.

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Notification panel

Using the notification panel

When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details.

To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen.

You can use the following functions on the notification panel.

Rearrange quick setting buttons.

Quick setting buttons

Launch S Finder.

Tap a notification and perform various

actions.

Launch Settings.

Switch between user accounts or add new user accounts.

Adjust the brightness.

Launch Quick connect.

Clear all notifications.

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Using quick setting buttons

Tap quick setting buttons to activate some features. Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area to view more buttons. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button.

To rearrange buttons, tap EDIT, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location.

S Finder

Search for a wide variety of content with a keyword.

Searching for content on the device

Open the notification panel and tap S Finder.

Enter a keyword in the search field or tap and say a keyword.

To get more refined results, tap the filter buttons under the search field, and then select filter details.

Setting search categories

You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields. Tap MORE →Select search locations and select categories.

Quick connect

Automatically search for nearby devices and quickly connect to them.

• If the device you want to connect does not support the Quick connect feature, activate its Wi-Fi Direct feature before launching Quick connect on your device.

•Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or the shared content.

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Connecting to other devices

1 Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect.

If you are using this feature for the first time, select a visibility option and tap ENABLE QUICK CONNECT.

When the panel opens, the Wi-Fi feature is activated automatically and the device searches for nearby devices.

If you have installed Samsung Link on your device, the list of devices registered with Samsung Link will appear at the top of the screen. For more information about Samsung Link, visit link.samsung.com.

2 Select a device from the list and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions. The next steps may vary depending on the connected device.

To change your device’s visibility setting, tap SETTINGS →Device visibility, and then select an option.

Re-searching for devices

If the desired device does not appear in the list, search for the device. Tap REFRESH and select the device from the list of detected devices.

Sharing content

Share content with the connected devices.

Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect.

Select a device from the list of detected devices.

Tap Share content and select a media category.

Follow the on-screen instructions to send content to the connected device. The next steps may vary depending on the selected media category.

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Entering text

Keyboard layout

A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send emails, create memos, and more.

Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.

Change the

Delete a preceding

keyboard settings.

character.

Hide the keyboard.

Break to the next

line.

Enter uppercase.

Enter numbers.

Enter uppercase. For

all caps, tap it twice.

Move the cursor.

Enter punctuation

Enter a space.

marks.

Changing the input language

Tap →Input languages →Add input languages, and then select the languages to use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key.

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Additional keyboard functions

Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used.

•	: Enter text by voice.

Start or pause

Open the keyboard. entering text by voice.

•	: Switch to handwriting mode.

Switch between number mode and

character mode.

Switch to the standard keyboard.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

• : Add an item from the clipboard.

• : Enter emoticons.

• : Switch to the floating or split keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another location by dragging the tab.

• : Change the keyboard settings.

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Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text.

Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text.

Tap Copy or Cut.

The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste.

To paste text that you have previously copied, tap Clipboard and select the text.

Screen capture

Capture a screenshot while using the device.

Press and hold the Power key and the Volume key down simultaneously. You can view captured images in Gallery.

It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.

Opening apps

On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.

To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap and select a recent app window.

Closing an app

Tap and drag a recent app window up or down to close it. To close all running apps, tap

CLOSE ALL.

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