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  • Page 1 SM-P580 User Manual English. 01/2017. Rev.1.1 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Package contents Contacts Device layout Internet Battery Email Memory card (microSD card) Camera Turning the device on and off Gallery Touchscreen Samsung Notes Home screen PEN.UP Lock screen S Planner Notification panel My Files Entering text Clock Screen capture Calculator...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents More connection settings Smart Manager Applications Sound Notifications Do not disturb Display S Pen Advanced features Users Wallpaper Home screen Lock screen and security Privacy 101 Accessibility 102 Accounts 103 Google 103 Backup and reset 104 Language and input 105 Battery 105 Storage 105 Accessories...

  • Page 4: Read Me First

    • D efault 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.

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 6: Device Layout

    Basics Device layout Device Front camera Light sensor Power key Volume key Touchscreen Memory card slot Home key Recents key Back key Multipurpose jack Microphone Headset jack GPS antenna Flash Rear camera S Pen Loud speaker Loud speaker...
  • Page 7 – If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device – If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
  • Page 8 Basics S Pen S Pen button S Pen nib Tweezers Name Functions • U se the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen. S Pen nib • H over the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as Air Button and the air view feature.
  • Page 9 Basics Detaching the S Pen When you remove the S Pen from the slot, the device launches Air command or displays the air command features depending on the S Pen detachment option setting. To change the setting, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → S Pen → Detachment options.
  • Page 10 Basics Replacing the S Pen nib If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one. Firmly hold the nib with the tweezers and remove it. Insert a new nib into the S Pen. Be careful not to pinch your fingers with the tweezers. •...

  • Page 11: Battery

    Basics • I f the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. • I f you use the S Pen at sharp angles on the screen, the device may not recognise the S Pen actions. Do not bend or apply excessive pressure with the S Pen while using it.
  • Page 12 Basics Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket. 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.
  • Page 13 • I f you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

  • Page 14: Memory Card (Microsd Card)

    Basics Ultra power saving mode Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs the following: • R estricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only. • D eactivates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features. On the Home screen, tap Apps →...
  • Page 15 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.

  • Page 16: Turning The Device On And Off

    Basics 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 → DETAIL → SD card → Format → FORMAT.

  • Page 17: Touchscreen

    Basics Touchscreen • D o not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • T o avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 18 Basics 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. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 19 Basics 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.

  • Page 20: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen 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, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 21 Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Home screen to access the available options. Alternatively, on the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area. 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.
  • Page 22 Basics Moving items Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To move an item more easily, tap and hold an item, and drag it to Move apps at the top of the screen.
  • Page 23 Basics To move apps from a folder to the Home screen, tap the folder, and then drag an app to the Home screen. To delete apps in a folder, tap the folder, and then drag the app you want to delete to Remove at the top of the screen.
  • Page 24 Basics Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap , tick the apps, and then tap ADD. You can also add To add more apps to the folder, tap an app by dragging it to the folder on the Apps screen.

  • Page 25: Lock Screen

    Basics 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.

  • Page 26: Notification Panel

    • N one: Do not set a screen lock method. • I f the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. • Y ou can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit.
  • Page 27 Basics You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Launch Settings. Switch between user accounts or add new user accounts. Quick setting buttons View more quick setting buttons. Adjust the brightness. Launch Quick connect. Tap a notification and perform various actions.

  • Page 28: Entering Text

    Basics S Finder Search for a wide variety of content with a keyword. Searching for content on the device → S Finder. Open the notification panel and tap Enter a keyword in the search field or tap and say a keyword. To get more refined results, tap Filter under the search field, and then select filter details.
  • Page 29 Basics 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. Delete a preceding word. Change the voice input settings.

  • Page 30: Screen Capture

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Drag 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.

  • Page 31: Opening Apps

    Basics Smart capture You can capture the current screen and scrollable area. You can also immediately crop and share the captured screen. If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features → Smart capture, tap the switch to activate it, and then capture a screenshot. On the screen you are capturing, use one of the following options: •...

  • Page 32: Pen Features

    Air command icon Add shortcuts Translate Air command settings • C reate note: Launch Samsung Notes and create a new note. Refer to Samsung Notes more information. • S mart select: Collect content quickly. Refer to Smart select for more information.
  • Page 33 Basics Air command icon When the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen. You can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon. To move the icon, tap and drag it to a new location. and drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.
  • Page 34 Basics Screen write Capture screenshots to write or draw on them. When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap Screen write. The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears on the screen.
  • Page 35 Basics Translate Hover the S Pen over a word to translate it. • T o use this feature, the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi. • T his feature does not support some languages. • T his feature is available only on screens that allow you to perform a screen capture. Open the Air command panel and tap Translate.
  • Page 36 Basics Add shortcuts Add shortcuts to frequently used apps or functions to the Air command panel. On the Air command panel, tap Add shortcuts and select apps or functions to open from the panel. → Shortcuts. To edit shortcuts, open the Air command panel and tap You can also remove the Create note shortcut.
  • Page 37 Basics Using Air Button Hovering the S Pen over items in some apps, such as Gallery, will display Air Button on the preview window. You can perform various actions directly from the preview window using Air Button. Air Button If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → S Pen → Air view, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 38 Basics Direct pen input Fill in forms and write messages using your handwriting with the S Pen. Hover the S Pen over a text field. to open the handwriting field. Write with the S Pen. If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → S Pen → Direct pen input, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 39 When the screen is off, detach the S Pen and write a memo. Tap SAVE or reinsert the S Pen into the slot. Then, the memo will be saved in Samsung Notes. To view memos, open the Apps screen and then tap Samsung Notes → COLLECTIONS → Screen off memo.

  • Page 40: Multi Window

    Basics Multi window Introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view. Some apps may not support this feature. Split screen view Pop-up view...
  • Page 41 Basics Split screen view to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window. The selected app will launch in the upper window. Swipe to the left or right to select another app to launch. You can also launch the split screen view by tapping and holding...
  • Page 42 Basics Using additional options When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options: • : Switch locations between app windows. • : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.
  • Page 43 Basics Some apps may not support this feature. • : Minimise the window. • : Maximise the window. • : Close the app. Adjusting the window size Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.

  • Page 44: Samsung Account

    Samsung account Introduction Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without signing in to your account.
  • Page 45 Removing your Samsung account When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Accounts.

  • Page 46: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device

    Basics Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. • M obile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from Galaxy Apps or Play Store.
  • Page 47 Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 48: Device And Data Management

    Basics Device and data management Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.
  • Page 49 Using a Samsung account On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Backup and reset → Back up my data for the Samsung account, tap the switches next to the items you want to back up to activate them, and then tap BACK UP NOW.

  • Page 50: Quick Connect

    Basics Using a Google account On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Backup and reset → Back up my data for the Google account, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup account.
  • Page 51 Basics Connecting to other devices Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features are activated automatically. → EDIT and tap the If Quick connect is not visible on the notification panel, tap Quick connect switch to activate it. Tap Scan for nearby devices.
  • Page 52 Basics Connecting to a TV Connect your device and a TV to view the device’s content on the larger screen. You may be able to use more features depending on the connected TV. Turn on the TV and place your device close to the TV. Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect →...

  • Page 53: Sharing Features

    Basics Streaming content on the registered TV If you register a TV to your device, you can more easily connect to the TV while playing content. When your device recognises the registered TV while you are watching content, the icon will appear on the device.

  • Page 54: Applications

    Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Samsung → Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 55 Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Applications → Application manager, select an app, and then tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL.

  • Page 56: Contacts

    Applications Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating contacts manually Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. and select a storage location. Enter contact information. • : Add an image. • : Add or delete a contact field. Tap SAVE.
  • Page 57 Applications Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • S croll up or down the contacts list. • D rag a finger along the index at the left side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.

  • Page 58: Internet

    Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Browsing webpages Tap Samsung → Internet on the Apps screen. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.
  • Page 59 Applications Using secret mode In secret mode, you can separately save and manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a password. Activating secret mode Tap MORE → Enable Secret mode. If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.

  • Page 60: Email

    Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Tap Samsung → Email on the Apps screen. Enter the email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. To manually register a company email account, tap MANUAL SETUP.

  • Page 61: Camera

    Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Basic shooting You can take photos or record videos. View your photos and videos in Gallery. Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Camera etiquette • D o not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. •...
  • Page 62 Applications Current mode Preview thumbnail Record a video. Quick settings Take a photo. Switch between the front and rear cameras. Camera settings Shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe to the right to access the list of shooting modes. Or, swipe to the left to view photos and videos you have captured.
  • Page 63 Applications Customising shooting modes On the preview screen, tap MODE and select a mode. To view information for each mode, tap INFO. To rearrange modes, tap MORE → Edit, tap and hold a mode icon, and then drag it to a new location.
  • Page 64 Applications Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. On the preview screen, tap MODE → Panorama. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: • M ove the camera slowly in one direction. •...
  • Page 65 Applications Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. Tap MODE → Selfie. Face the front camera lens. When the device detects your face, tap the screen to take a photo of yourself. Alternatively, show your palm to the front camera.
  • Page 66 Applications Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen, use the following quick settings. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • : Select a filter effect to use when taking photos or recording videos. •...

  • Page 67: Gallery

    Applications • S hooting methods (front): Select shooting options to use. • R eview pictures: Set the device to show photos after capturing them. • S torage location: Select the memory location for storage. • V olume keys function: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter or zoom function.
  • Page 68 Applications Viewing videos Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. Display your videos. Access additional options. Rewind or fast-forward by dragging the bar. Adjust the volume. Move the control Move the control panel to the left.

  • Page 69: Samsung Notes

    S Pen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes. Creating notes On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes → ALL → You can also open the Air command panel and tap the Create note shortcut.
  • Page 70 Applications Select an input method from the toolbar at the top of the screen and compose a note. Tap Image to insert an image by selecting from Gallery or by taking a photo. Tap Voice to record a voice recording and insert it into the note. Voice recording will start immediately.
  • Page 71 Applications Changing the pen settings When writing or drawing on the screen, tap to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour. Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Select a new colour using the colour picker.
  • Page 72 Applications Editing handwritten notes Edit handwritten notes using various editing options, such as cutting, moving, resizing, or transforming. When there is handwriting on the note, tap To change the shape of the selection, tap once more. Tap or draw a line around the input to select. To move the input to another location, select the input, and then drag it to a new location.
  • Page 73 Applications Painting with brushes On the note composer screen, tap Brush to paint with various brushes. When you are finished, tap DONE to insert your painting into the note. You can post your painting to PEN.UP to share it with others. Insert the painting into the note.
  • Page 74 Pinning a note to the Home screen Pin a note to the Home screen to quickly view it or open and edit it. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes. Tap ALL, or tap COLLECTIONS and select a category. Select a note and tap → Pin to home screen.

  • Page 75: Pen.up

    PEN.UP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork, view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips. View your recent activity history. Your profile View artwork by category. Post your artwork. You can sign in to PEN.UP with your Samsung account or other SNS accounts.
  • Page 76 Applications Posting your artwork Post your artwork created in Samsung Notes or other drawing apps to PEN.UP. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → PEN.UP → Add your artwork to post and enter a title, description, and hashtag. Add your artwork to post.
  • Page 77 Applications Viewing artwork Select a post you want to view. While viewing artwork, you can add comments or set it as a favourite. You can also download artwork or set one as your wallpaper. Set the artwork as a favourite. View the users who like the artwork.
  • Page 78 Applications Enter event details. Enter a title. Select a calendar to use or Set a start and end date for sync with. the event. Set an alarm. Enter the location of the event. Attach a map showing the location of the event. Add more details.

  • Page 79: My Files

    To search for files or folders, tap SEARCH. Clock Introduction Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. ALARM On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Clock → ALARM.
  • Page 80 Deleting alarms on an alarm in the list of alarms. WORLD CLOCK On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Clock → WORLD CLOCK. Creating clocks Enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and then tap Deleting clocks...

  • Page 81: Calculator

    Applications STOPWATCH On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Clock → STOPWATCH. Tap START to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP. Tap STOP to stop timing. To restart the timing, tap RESUME. To clear lap times, tap RESET.

  • Page 82: Kids Mode

    Applications Kids Mode Provide a fun and safe environment for children by restricting children’s access to certain apps or content on the kids mode page. You can also use various contents on the contents page. To start kids mode, tap Kids Mode on the Home or Apps screen. When you launch this app for the first time, set PIN.

  • Page 83: Google Apps

    Applications Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Accounts for more information. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 84 Applications YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Hangouts Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls while you are chatting.

  • Page 85: Settings

    Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
  • Page 86 Settings Tap CONNECT. • O nce the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks and tap FORGET.

  • Page 87: Bluetooth

    SIG, may be incompatible with your device. • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.
  • Page 88 Settings Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it. The detected devices are listed. Select a device to pair with. If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option.

  • Page 89: Flight Mode

    Settings Unpairing Bluetooth devices Tap Bluetooth on the Settings screen. The device displays the paired devices in the list. next to the device name to unpair. Tap Unpair. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. On the Settings screen, tap Flight mode.
  • Page 90 Settings • V PN: Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). • E thernet: The Ethernet option is available when an Ethernet adaptor is connected to the device. Use this option to activate the Ethernet feature and configure network settings. •...

  • Page 91: Smart Manager

    Settings Printing content While viewing content, such as images or documents, tap Share → Print → → All printers, and then select a printer. Smart Manager Introduction The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security.
  • Page 92 Settings Battery On the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager → Battery. Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features. • T he usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out.

  • Page 93: Applications

    Settings Applications Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. On the Settings screen, tap Applications. • A pplication manager: View and manage the apps on your device. • D efault applications: Select a default setting for using apps. •...

  • Page 94: Notifications

    Settings Notifications Change the notification settings for each app. On the Settings screen, tap Notifications. To customise notification settings, tap ADVANCED and select an app. • A llow notifications: Allow notifications from the selected app. • S et as priority: Display notifications at the top of the notification panel and include them in the allowed list when Do not disturb is activated.

  • Page 95: Display

    • D etachment options: Set the device to open the Air command panel or Samsung Notes when you detach the S Pen. • S creen off memo: Set the device to open the Samsung Notes when you detach the S Pen while the screen is off.

  • Page 96: Advanced Features

    Settings Advanced features Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them. On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features. Excessive shaking or impact to the device may cause unintended input for some features. • P op-up view gesture: Set the device to view the app screen in the pop-up view. Refer to Pop-up view for more information.
  • Page 97 Settings Adding users On the Settings screen, tap Users. Tap Add user or profile → User → OK → SET UP NOW. The device will switch to a new user account and the default locked screen will appear on the screen. Unlock the device and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

  • Page 98: Wallpaper

    • S ecure lock settings: Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method. • F ind My Mobile: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find my mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device.

  • Page 99: Privacy

    • P rivate mode: Activate private mode to prevent others from accessing your personal content. Refer to Private mode for more information. • R eport diagnostic info: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung.
  • Page 100 Settings Private mode Hide personal content in your device to prevent others from accessing it. Activating private mode On the Settings screen, tap Privacy → Private mode, and then tap the switch to activate If you are activating private mode for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up a private mode access code.

  • Page 101: Accessibility

    Settings Unhiding content In the private folder, tap and hold an item to, and then tick items to unhide. Tap MORE → Remove from Private. Select a folder to move the items to, and then tap DONE. The items will be moved to the selected folder. Automatically deactivating private mode You can set the device to automatically deactivate private mode each time the screen turns off.

  • Page 102: Accounts

    • S ervices: View accessibility services installed on the device. Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with. Adding accounts Some apps used on your device require a registered account. Create accounts to have the best experience with your device.

  • Page 103: Google

    Change the settings for managing settings and data. On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset. • B ack up my data: Back up your personal information and app data to the Samsung server. You can also set the device to automatically back up data.

  • Page 104: Language And Input

    • L anguage: Select a display language for all menus and apps. • D efault keyboard: Select a default keyboard type for text input. • S amsung keyboard: Change the Samsung keyboard settings. • G oogle voice typing: Change the voice input settings.

  • Page 105: Battery

    Settings Battery View battery power information and change power saving options. On the Settings screen, tap Battery. The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions.

  • Page 106: Date And Time

    Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. On the Settings screen, tap Date and time. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset.

  • Page 107: Appendix

    Appendix 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: •...
  • Page 108 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • I f the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions.
  • Page 109 This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 110 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 111 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.

  • Page 112: Removing The Battery

    • S amsung does not accept liability for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort, including negligence) which may arise from failure to precisely follow these warnings and instructions, other than death or personal injury caused by Samsung’s negligence.
  • Page 113 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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