www.samsung.comUser ManualSM-T531
Getting started10Installing the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.Only microSIM cards work
Settings100WallpaperChange the wallpaper settings.•Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen.•Lock screen: Select a background imag
Settings101•Answering and ending calls:–The home key answers calls: Set the device to answer a call when you press the Home button.–The power key e
Settings102•Sound balance: Adjust the sound balance when using a dual headset.•Mono audio: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud
Settings103•Call alerts:–Answer vibration: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call.–Call end vibration: Set the device to vib
Settings104Ringtone and sound settings•Ringtones and keypad tones:–Ringtones: Add or select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls.–Vibrations:
Settings105ControlsLanguage and inputChange the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.Language
Settings106•Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard.•Cursor control: Enable the smart keyboard navigation feature
Settings107•Voice wake-up: Set the device to start voice recognition by saying a wake up command while using S Voice.•Show body of message: Set the
Settings108Pointer speedAdjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device.Palm motionActivate the palm motion feature to con
Settings109Backup and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.•Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application da
Getting started11Removing the SIM or USIM card1 Open the cover of the SIM card slot.2 Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, a
Settings110Application managerView and manage the applications on your device.Default applicationsSelect a default setting for using applications.•Ho
Settings111SecurityChange settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.•Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the devi
Settings112•Security policy updates:–Automatic updates: Set the device to check and download security updates automatically.–Preferred networks: Se
113TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.Whe
Troubleshooting114The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to
Troubleshooting115Sound echoes during a callAdjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.A cellular network or the Internet
Troubleshooting116Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an extended
Troubleshooting117•Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly
Troubleshooting118Data stored on the device has been lostAlways make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot r
Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice
Getting started12Charging with the chargerConnect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose
Getting started13Checking the battery charge statusWhen you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current batt
Getting started14Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer a
Getting started15Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap → Settings → Gen
Getting started16Turning the device on and offWhen turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.P
Getting started17Locking and unlocking the deviceWhen not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off t
18BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table
Basics19Icon MeaningMute mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelUsing the tou
2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.
Basics20Finger gesturesTappingTo open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen
Basics21DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap
Basics22FlickingFlick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage o
Basics23Rotating the screenMany applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to auto
Basics24SweepingSweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery → Screenshots. It is not possible to capture
Basics25Using Multi WindowUse this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time.•Only applications on the Multi Window tray ca
Basics262 Tap and hold an application icon on the Multi Window tray, and then drag it to the screen.Release the application icon when the screen turns
Basics27Sharing content between applicationsYou can easily share content between applications, such as Email and Internet, by dragging and dropping th
Basics283 Tap and hold an item in the Internet window and drag it to a location in the Email window.NotificationsNotification icons appear on the stat
Basics29•Multi window: Set the device to use Multi Window.•Wi-Fi hotspot: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.•Screen Mirroring: Act
About this manual3•Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you
Basics30Removing an itemTap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. When the rubbish bin turns re
Basics31Using widgetsWidgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets fr
Basics32Rearranging panelsPinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.Installing applicationsUse application
Basics33Using applicationsThis device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications.Opening an application
Basics34Entering textUse the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, y
Basics35Changing language keyboardsAdd languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards.HandwritingT
Basics36Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkConnect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 94)Turning
Basics37Setting up accountsGoogle applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Goog
Basics38Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.Connecting with Samsung Kie
Basics39Securing the devicePrevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. T
About this manual4Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of
Basics40Unlocking the deviceTurn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code.If the unlock code is forgot
41CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi
Communication42Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict
Communication43Adding contactsTo add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts.Sending a messageTa
Communication44Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.If the call waiting service is active, another cal
Communication45Video callsMaking a video callEnter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap .During a video call• : Switc
Communication46Tap your image to access the following options:•Hide me: Hide your image from the other party.•Outgoing image: Select an image to sho
Communication47ContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications
Communication48Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:• : Add to favourite contacts.• / : Make a voice or video call.• : C
Communication49Exporting contactsTap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an export option.Sharing contactsTap → Share namecard via → Multi
5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card11 Charging the battery14 Inserting
Communication50Managing groupsTap , and then take one of the following actions:•Search: Search for contacts.•Delete groups: Select user-added group
Communication51MessagesUse this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).Tap Messages on the Applications screen.You may i
Communication52EmailUse this application to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email
Communication53Sending scheduled messagesWhile composing a message, tap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap
Communication54Google MailUse this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Google Mail on the Applications screen.•Thi
Communication55LabelsGoogle Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inb
Communication56PhotosUse this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services.Tap Photos on the Applications scree
57Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,
Web & network58BookmarksTo bookmark the current webpage, tap → .To open a bookmarked webpage, tap , and then select one.HistoryTap → History
Web & network59ChromeUse this application to search for information and browse webpages.Tap Chrome on the Applications screen.This application may
Table of Contents6Travel & local93 MapsSettings94 About Settings94 Connections98 Device105 Controls108 General112 Google SettingsTroubleshooting
Web & network60BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or
Web & network61Screen MirroringUse this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or HomeSync and then share y
62MediaMusicUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music on the Applications screen.Playing musicSelect a music category, and then select a song
Media63To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Player → Smart Volume.When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up loude
Media64CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 69)Tap Camera on
Media65Shooting modeSeveral photo effects are available.Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen.•Auto: Use th
Media66Taking videosTaking a videoSlide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop re
Media67Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods:•Use the Volume button to zoom in or out.•Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom i
Media68Configuring settings for CameraTap to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both still camera and
Media69•Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.•Contextual filename: Set the camera to display contextual
7Getting startedDevice layoutRecent apps buttonHome buttonTouch screenVolume buttonPower buttonBack buttonFront cameraSpeakerRear cameraMain antennaMi
Media70Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods to zoom in an image:•Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.•Spread two fingers apart on any place
Media71•Rotate right: Rotate clockwise.•Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it.•Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or a conta
Media72Tagging facesWhen viewing an image, tap → Settings → Tags, and then tick Face tag. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face. Tap the
Media73VideoUse this application to play video files.Tap Video on the Applications screen.Playing videosSelect a video to play.Move the control panel
Media74Sharing videosTap → Share via, select videos, tap Done, and then select a sharing method.Using Popup Video playerUse this feature to use othe
75Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap
Application & media stores76Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit
Application & media stores77Play Movies & TVUse this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows.Tap Play Movies & TV on t
78UtilitiesMemoUse this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.Tap Memo on the Applications screen.Adding and ma
Utilities79Browsing memosBrowse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down.To search for a memo, tap .To send a memo to others, tap → Select, select a m
Getting started8•Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.•Using a
Utilities80S PlannerUse this application to manage events and tasks.Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.Creating events or tasksTap , and then u
Utilities81Syncing with Google CalendarOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Google under MY ACCOUNTS, select the Google acc
Utilities82DropboxUse this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device
Utilities83Backing up or restoring dataTap Backup or Restore to back up or restore data with your Samsung account.Syncing with DropboxTap Link Dropbox
Utilities84Searching documentsTap Open to browse a document.While browsing a document, use one of the following options:• : Create a folder.• : Retr
Utilities85Presentation•Find: Search for text.•Zoom: Change the view size.•Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author.•S
Utilities86PDF•Search: Search for text.•Send: Send the document to others or share it.•Properties: View document details such as title, date, and a
Utilities87Setting alarmsTap , set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save.•Snooze: Set an interval a
Utilities88CalculatorUse this application for simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.To clear the history, tap .S Vo
Utilities89GoogleUse this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well.Tap Google on th
Getting started9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any
Utilities90Voice SearchUse this application to search webpages by speaking.Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.This application may not be ava
Utilities91After selecting a category, tap , and then use one of the following options:•Select: Select files or folders.•Sort by: Sort files or fold
Utilities92Creating foldersTap , enter a name for the folder, and then tap OK.Adding shortcuts to foldersAdd a shortcut to frequently-used folders in
93Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Applications
94SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scree
Settings95Setting Network notificationThe device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.On the
Settings96Data usageKeep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation.•Mobile data: Set the device to use data conn
Settings97PrintingConfigure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print
Settings98DeviceSoundChange settings for various sounds on the device.•Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system s
Settings99Multi windowActivate the Multi Window feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time.•Open in multi window view: Set t
Kommentare zu diesen Handbüchern