Charge the battery

Before using the device for the first time, 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.

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When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and show a low battery message. Recharge your battery to continue using your device.

If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot 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 depending on your region.

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Samsung GT-P3100 user manual Charge the battery

GT-P3100 specifications

The Samsung GT-P3100, also known as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1, is a versatile tablet that was released in 2012 as part of Samsung's Galaxy Tab series. This device stands out due to its impressive balance of performance, design, and features that cater to a wide audience—from casual consumers to professionals seeking portability.

One of the primary characteristics of the GT-P3100 is its large 10.1-inch display. With a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, the screen offers vibrant colors and decent viewing angles, making it ideal for media consumption, such as watching videos and browsing the internet. The device's form factor makes it comfortable to hold, providing a lightweight experience that is perfect for both reading and entertainment.

Under the hood, the GT-P3100 is powered by a dual-core 1 GHz processor, paired with 1 GB of RAM. This configuration enables smooth multitasking and efficient performance for everyday tasks. The device runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, providing a user-friendly interface and access to a plethora of applications through the Google Play Store, enhancing the overall user experience.

In terms of storage, the tablet comes with options for 8GB or 16GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via a microSD card slot, allowing for additional space for apps, videos, and other content. This flexibility is a significant advantage for users who require more storage for their multimedia files.

The Samsung GT-P3100 features a 3-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel front-facing camera. While it may not compete with high-end smartphones, the cameras provide satisfactory performance for casual photography and video calls. Furthermore, the tablet’s connectivity options, including Wi-Fi and optional 3G capabilities, ensure that users can stay connected while on the go.

A standout feature of the GT-P3100 is its comprehensive suite of applications and user-oriented features, including Samsung's TouchWiz UI and specialized apps for productivity, entertainment, and social networking. The integration with services like Samsung Hub allows users to access a variety of content in one place.

Overall, the Samsung GT-P3100 is a solid tablet choice for users seeking a reliable device for daily tasks, entertainment, and connectivity. Its combination of a large display, adequate performance, and expandable storage makes it a practical option in its category.

Contents

GT-P3100 Using this manual Read me first Instructional icons Please keep this manual for future reference Copyright Trademarks Using this manual About Divx Video Contents Contents Tools 120 122124 125 Other accessories may not be compatible with your device Unpack Device layout ››Front view ››Rear view Keys Insert the SIM or Usim card Close the cover of the SIM card slot Charge the battery Assembling ››Reduce the battery consumption Decrease the brightness of the display Insert a memory card optional ››Format a memory card ››Remove a memory cardUnmount SD card → OK Turn on or off your device To turn on your device, press and hold the Power keyUse the touch screen Tap and hold TapDrag Double-tap Tap an item twice quicklyFlick Pinch Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys Get to know the Home screen ››System bar Indicator icons ››Use the notifications panel ››Move an item on the Home screen ››Remove an item from the Home screenTap and hold an item, and then drag it to the rubbish bin Add, remove, or reorganise panels Access applications ››Use widgetsTo set the main panel of the Home screen, select Select to return to the previous screen ››Organise applications ››Download an applicationOrganise applications Select ››Uninstall an application ››Access recently-used applicationsLaunch multiple applications ››Manage applications ››Adjust the device’s volume Customise your device››Change the display language ››Turn on or off the touch tones ››Switch to Silent mode ››Adjust the brightness of the display››Select a wallpaper for the Home screen ››Change the display font ››Lock your device Application list, select Settings → Security →Screen lock → Pattern ››Lock your SIM or Usim card Screen lock → PasswordScreen lock → PIN ››Activate the Find my mobile feature Application list, select Settings → Security → SIMEnter text Change Alert ››Enter text with the Samsung keypad ››Change the text input methodSelect on the system bar and select a text input method When you activate the voice input feature ››Copy and paste text Internet ››Browse a webpage Desktop site ››Search for information by voice ››Bookmark your favourite webpageSelect → Add bookmark Enter a name for the bookmark and select OK ››Download a file from the Internet Game Hub Latitude››View your recent history Friends Maps ››Search for a locationSelect Search Maps Select the location to view its details When you are finished, select → Clear Map Navigation››Get directions to a specific destination Select a travel method and select Go Places Play Shop Select Uninstall → OK Readers HubSamsung Apps Application list, select Play Shop. Select Select an item YouTube ››Play a video ››Upload a video Application list, select YouTube Select Account Calling ››Make a call ››Reject a call ››Answer a call››Make an international call ››Use a headset ››Use options during a voice call ››Use options during a video call ››View and dial a missed call ››Set auto rejection Enable Select Enable FDN››Set call diverting ››Set call waiting ››Set call barring››View a call or message log ››Customise call settings Answering When a headset is connected Call settings → Answering timerFor call → Automatic Device waits before answering Video call settings → Messages ››Send a text message››Send a multimedia message To send the message, select Send ››Listen to a voicemail message ››View a text or multimedia messageSelect and attach a file ››Send an email message Google Mail››View an email message To customise the settings for each label, select → Manage labels → SettingsNot important → Report ››Set up an email account To mark the message as unread, select → Mark as unread Select and attach a file To send the message, select SendYour device is compatible only with some Samsung printers Talk ››Set your status››Add a contact to your friend list Customise your status, image, and message ChatON Messenger››Start a conversation Application list, select Talk Google+ Camera ››Take a photo Number Function Use camera shortcuts Photo of yourself ››Change the shooting mode → Copy toClipboard → Crop Select → Set picture as ››Customise camera settings TimerBrightness Camera takes a photo ››Record a video Video of yourself Attaching to a message or for savingNormally Camcorder records a video Mode To a message or for saving normally ››Customise camcorder settingsCamcorder starts recording a video ››Edit the shortcut icons Video playerOption Function White balance Number To change the playback speed, select Play speed Gallery ››View an image Play a video Photo editor Select Selection → OKOr selecting 100% → an option Crop Video maker ››Create a videoType Format Select New Project ››Trim a segment of a video ››Split a video Receive via Bluetooth. p Copy to your memory card. p Music player››Apply an effect to a video ››Add music files to your device ››Play music To change the music player settings, select Settings Play the music file on a Dlna certified device Create a playlist ››Customise music player settingsSelect → New playlist Music Hub ››Create a contact Contacts››Find a contact Select → Speed dial setting ››Set a speed dial number››Create your namecard ››Create a group of contacts ››Copy a contact ››Import or export a contactSelect → Import/Export → Import from SIM card Select → Import/Export → Export to SIM card ››Change the view mode Planner››Create an event or task Export to USB storage ››Stop an event or task alarm ››View an event or task Memo ››Create a memo››View a memo To send the memo to others, select → ››Connect with Samsung Kies USB connections››Connect with Windows Media Player ››Activate the Wi-Fi feature Wi-Fi››Connect as a mass storage device ››Find and connect to a Wi-Fi AP ››Add a Wi-Fi AP manuallyApplication list, select Settings → Wi-Fi Advanced options ››Set the static IP settings ››Customise Wi-Fi settingsSelect the WPS drop-down menu On the AP, enter the PIN, and then press the WPS button Wi-Fi Direct ››Send data via Wi-FiApplication list, select Settings → More... → Wi-Fi ››Connect your device to another device ››Receive data via Wi-Fi AllShare››Play your files on another device Control playback with the keys on your device ››Customise settings for sharing media files ››Share your device’s mobile network via Wi-Fi Mobile network sharing ››Share your device’s mobile network via Bluetooth Tethering and portable hotspot Bluetooth ››Activate the Bluetooth featureApplication list, select Settings → Bluetooth → ››Find and pair with another device ››Send data via Bluetooth ››Receive data via Bluetooth ››Activate location services ››Set up a VPN profile VPN connections ››Connect to a private network IPSec server Server will use to identify you. YouTo the VPN server Connect Alarm ››Set an alarm››Stop an alarm Learn to set and control alarms for important events Calculator Downloads››Perform a calculation ››View the calculation history ››Supported file formats My files››View a file Create a document Polaris Office→ Details ››Open a document ››Manage documents online SIM Toolkit SearchWorld clock Data usage cycle Change the settings for the limit cycle Access the setting optionsData usage ››Flight mode ››Kies via Wi-Fi››Wi-Fi Direct More Sound ››Mobile networks Lock screen WallpaperDisplay Power saving BatteryStorage Applications Location services Change the settings for location servicesAccounts and sync Security SIM Change Alert Activate the Find my mobile feature Set up SIM card lock ››Default Language and input››Language ››Google voice typing ››Text-to-speech output ››Voice Search››Pointer speed Back up and reset Change the settings for managing settings and dataBackup account Set up or edit your Google backup account Dock Accessibility Developer options Change the settings for application developmentDevelopment device ID View your device’s development ID About device Using Lock SIM card Your device freezes or has fatal errors If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected Ensure that you have pressed the Dial keyNumber you are dialling Ensure that your device is turned on Device beeps and the battery icon is empty Another Bluetooth device is not located Safety information 134 135 Proper care and use of your mobile device 137 138 139 140 Correct disposal of this product Disclaimer Index Memory card Sound Declaration of Conformity R&TTE To install Samsung Kies PC Sync