Contents

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Assembling	11
Unpack	11
Device layout	12
Keys	14
Insert the SIM or USIM card	15
Charge the battery	16
Insert a memory card (optional)	19
Getting started	21
Turn on or off your device	21
Use the touch screen	21
Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys	24
Get to know the Home screen	24
Access applications	29
Launch multiple applications	31
Customise your device	32
Enter text	36
Web and GPS-based services	39
Internet	39
Game Hub	43
Latitude	43
Maps	44
Navigation	45
Places	46
Play Shop	46
Readers Hub	47

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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.

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GT-P3100 Read me first Using this manual Please keep this manual for future reference Instructional icons Trademarks Copyright Using this manual About Divx Video Contents Contents Tools 125 120122 124 Unpack Other accessories may not be compatible with your device ››Front view Device layout ››Rear view Keys Close the cover of the SIM card slot Insert the SIM or Usim card Charge the battery Assembling Decrease the brightness of the display ››Reduce the battery consumption 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 Pinch Double-tapTap an item twice quickly Flick Get to know the Home screen Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys ››System bar Indicator icons ››Use the notifications panel Add, remove, or reorganise panels ››Move an item on the Home screen››Remove an item from the Home screen Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to the rubbish bin Select to return to the previous screen Access applications››Use widgets To set the main panel of the Home screen, select Select ››Organise applications››Download an application Organise applications ››Manage applications ››Uninstall an application››Access recently-used applications Launch multiple applications ››Turn on or off the touch tones ››Adjust the device’s volumeCustomise your device ››Change the display language ››Change the display font ››Switch to Silent mode››Adjust the brightness of the display ››Select a wallpaper for the Home screen ››Lock your device Application list, select Settings → Security →Screen lock → Pattern ››Lock your SIM or Usim card Screen lock → PasswordScreen lock → PIN Change Alert ››Activate the Find my mobile featureApplication list, select Settings → Security → SIM Enter text ››Enter text with the Samsung keypad ››Change the text input methodSelect on the system bar and select a text input method ››Copy and paste text When you activate the voice input feature ››Browse a webpage Internet Desktop site Enter a name for the bookmark and select OK ››Search for information by voice››Bookmark your favourite webpage Select → Add bookmark ››Download a file from the Internet Friends Game HubLatitude ››View your recent history Select the location to view its details Maps››Search for a location Select Search Maps Select a travel method and select Go When you are finished, select → Clear MapNavigation ››Get directions to a specific destination Play Shop Places Application list, select Play Shop. Select Select an item Select Uninstall → OKReaders Hub Samsung Apps ››Play a video YouTube Application list, select YouTube Select Account ››Upload a video ››Make a call Calling ››Reject a call ››Answer a call››Make an international call ››Use options during a voice call ››Use a headset ››Use options during a video call ››Set auto rejection ››View and dial a missed call Enable Select Enable FDN››Set call diverting ››Set call waiting ››Set call barring››View a call or message log ››Customise call settings Device waits before answering Answering When a headset is connected Call settings →Answering timer For call → Automatic Video call settings → To send the message, select Send Messages››Send a text message ››Send a multimedia message ››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 → Report To customise the settings for each label, select →Manage labels → Settings Not important ››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 Customise your status, image, and message Talk››Set your status ››Add a contact to your friend list Application list, select Talk ChatONMessenger ››Start a conversation Google+ ››Take a photo Camera Photo of yourself Number Function Use camera shortcuts Select → Set picture as ››Change the shooting mode→ Copy to Clipboard → Crop Camera takes a photo ››Customise camera settingsTimer Brightness ››Record a video Camcorder records a video Video of yourselfAttaching to a message or for saving Normally 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 ››View an image Gallery Play a video Crop Photo editorSelect Selection → OK Or selecting 100% → an option Select New Project Video maker››Create a video Type Format ››Split a video ››Trim a segment of a video ››Add music files to your device Receive via Bluetooth. p Copy to your memory card. pMusic player ››Apply an effect to a video ››Play music Play the music file on a Dlna certified device To change the music player settings, select Settings Create a playlist ››Customise music player settingsSelect → New playlist Music Hub ››Create a contact Contacts››Find a contact ››Create a group of contacts Select → Speed dial setting››Set a speed dial number ››Create your namecard Select → Import/Export → Export to SIM card ››Copy a contact››Import or export a contact Select → Import/Export → Import from SIM card Export to USB storage ››Change the view modePlanner ››Create an event or task ››View an event or task ››Stop an event or task alarm To send the memo to others, select → Memo››Create a memo ››View a memo ››Connect with Samsung Kies USB connections››Connect with Windows Media Player ››Activate the Wi-Fi feature Wi-Fi››Connect as a mass storage device Advanced options ››Find and connect to a Wi-Fi AP››Add a Wi-Fi AP manually Application list, select Settings → Wi-Fi On the AP, enter the PIN, and then press the WPS button ››Set the static IP settings››Customise Wi-Fi settings Select the WPS drop-down menu ››Connect your device to another device Wi-Fi Direct››Send data via Wi-Fi Application list, select Settings → More... → Wi-Fi Control playback with the keys on your device ››Receive data via Wi-FiAllShare ››Play your files on another device ››Customise settings for sharing media files Mobile network sharing ››Share your device’s mobile network via Wi-Fi Tethering and portable hotspot ››Share your device’s mobile network via Bluetooth ››Find and pair with another device Bluetooth››Activate the Bluetooth feature Application list, select Settings → Bluetooth → ››Receive data via Bluetooth ››Send data via Bluetooth ››Activate location services VPN connections ››Set up a VPN profile Connect ››Connect to a private networkIPSec server Server will use to identify you. You To the VPN server Learn to set and control alarms for important events Alarm››Set an alarm ››Stop an alarm ››View the calculation history CalculatorDownloads ››Perform a calculation ››Supported file formats My files››View a file Create a document Polaris Office→ Details ››Manage documents online ››Open a document SIM Toolkit SearchWorld clock Data usage cycle Change the settings for the limit cycle Access the setting optionsData usage More ››Flight mode››Kies via Wi-Fi ››Wi-Fi Direct ››Mobile networks Sound Lock screen WallpaperDisplay Applications Power savingBattery Storage Security Location servicesChange the settings for location services Accounts and sync Set up SIM card lock SIM Change Alert Activate the Find my mobile feature ››Google voice typing ››DefaultLanguage and input ››Language ››Text-to-speech output ››Voice Search››Pointer speed Dock Back up and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data Backup account Set up or edit your Google backup account 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 Ensure that your device is turned on If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connectedEnsure that you have pressed the Dial key Number you are dialling 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

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GT-P3100 specifications