Samsung SM-G531HZDDKSA Troubleshooting, Your device displays network or service error messages

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Troubleshooting

Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.

When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes:

•Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device.

•PIN: When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu.

•PUK: Your SIM or USIM card is blocked, usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times. You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider.

•PIN2: When you access a menu requiring the PIN2, you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. For more information, contact your service provider.

Your device displays network or service error messages

•When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. While moving, error messages may appear repeatedly.

•You cannot access some options without a subscription. For more information, contact your service provider.

Your device does not turn on

•When the battery is completely discharged, your device will not turn on. Fully charge the battery before turning on the device.

•The battery may not be inserted properly. Insert the battery again.

•Wipe both gold-coloured contacts and insert the battery again.

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Contents SM-G531H/DS SM-G531H/DD Table of Contents Messages & email Read me first Instructional icons Getting started Package contentsDevice layout Buttons Installing the SIM or Usim card and battery Using the SIM or Usim card and batteryGetting started Removing the SIM or Usim card and battery Switching between cards Using dual SIM or Usim cardsActivating SIM or Usim cards Changing the display name and icon of SIM or Usim cardsCharging the battery Reducing the battery consumption Installing a memory card Using a memory cardFormatting the memory card Removing the memory cardLocking and unlocking the screen Turning the device on and offTapping Using the touch screenBasics Double-tapping Tapping and holdingDragging Spreading and pinching FlickingHome screen Home screen layoutHome screen options Apps screen Icon Meaning Indicator iconsNotifications panel Using the notifications panelClosing an app Using the quick setting buttonsOpening apps Installing apps Installing or uninstalling appsGalaxy Apps Play StoreEntering text Uninstalling or disabling appsManaging apps Keyboard layoutCopying and pasting Using additional keyboard functionsChanging the input language Changing the keyboard layoutAbout My Files Screen captureMy Files Ultra power saving mode Power saving featureNetwork connectivity Wi-FiMobile data Tap ConnectAbout tethering and mobile hotspots Using the mobile hotspotTethering and Mobile hotspot Using Bluetooth tethering Using USB tetheringTick Bluetooth tethering Tick USB tetheringManaging the Home screen PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screens Managing panels Managing the Apps screenChanging the sorting method Hiding appsSetting wallpaper Setting wallpaper and ringtonesOn the Apps screen, tap Settings →Sounds and notifications Changing ringtonesChanging the screen lock method Setting up accountsAdding accounts Removing accountsMaking calls from call logs or contacts list PhoneMaking calls Answering a call Receiving callsRejecting a call Missed callsDuring a video call Options during callsDuring a voice call Phone Adding contacts ContactsImporting and exporting contacts Moving contacts from other devicesTap →Add shortcut to home screen Searching for contactsAdding shortcuts for contacts to the Home screen Sending messages Messages & emailMessages Viewing incoming messages Setting up email accountsSending emails Reading emails Taking photos or recording videos CameraBasic shooting Camera etiquette Launching Camera on the locked screenAuto Shooting modesSelfie Wide selfiePanorama Beauty faceHDR Rich tone Rear-cam selfieContinuous shot Animated GIF Camera settingsNight Camera Gallery Viewing content on the deviceCreating events or tasks Useful apps and featuresPlanner Syncing events and tasks with your accounts InternetPlaying videos VideoCalculator World clock AlarmClock Memo TimerStopwatch Composing memosPlaying voice memos Voice RecorderRecording voice memos Scanning radio stations RadioListening to the FM radio Google apps Photos MapsPlay Books Play GamesAbout Bluetooth BluetoothSending an image Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesSending and receiving data Unpairing Bluetooth devices Wi-Fi DirectAbout Wi-Fi Direct Connecting to other devicesEnding the device connection Printing content Connecting to a printerMobile printing Adding printer plug-insTransferring data from your previous device Device & data managerTransferring data from a mobile device Transferring data from a computerDevice MTP Using the device as a removable disk for data transferUpdating over the air Updating with Smart SwitchUpdating the device Using a Google account Performing a data resetTap Backup and reset and tick Back up my data Backing up and restoring dataAbout Settings SettingsWi-Fi Setting Wi-Fi sleep policyTethering and Mobile hotspot BluetoothFlight mode Location Data usageSIM card manager Printing Default messaging appMore networks Mobile networksSounds and notifications DeviceDisplay RingtoneLock screen Call More settingsAnswering and ending calls Ringtones and keypad tonesAccessibility Backup and resetPersonal Application managerText-to-speech options System DefaultLanguage and input LanguageVoice input Google voice typingText-to-speech options Keyboard swipePointer speed BatteryDate and time Security StorageAbout device Your device displays network or service error messages TroubleshootingTouch screen responds slowly or improperly Sound echoes during a call Your device is hot to the touch Another Bluetooth device is not located Data stored in the device has been lost Copyright
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