Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 User Manual

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    A N D R O I D T A B L E T User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Galaxy Tab System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
  • Page 3 Samsung device. During the testing, the device is tested with the security solutions to see if the solutions work with the device as...
  • Page 4 The testing, for example, includes field testing with local network connection and menu tree testing which tests functionality of the solutions in conjunction with the Samsung device. For more information about Samsung's SAFE™ program, please refer to www.samsung.com/us/safe.
  • Page 5 Toll Free Tel: 1.888.987.HELP (4357) Internet Address: http://www.samsung.com © 2013 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. All rights reserved. Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support...
  • Page 6 The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device. ® ® ® Nuance , VSuite , T9 Text Input, XT9...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started ......5 Quick Settings ......23 Notifications Icons ..... 25 Understanding This User Manual .
  • Page 8 Connecting as a Mass Storage Device ..86 Section 4: Messaging ........51 Kies via Wi-Fi ......87 Types of Messages .
  • Page 9 Google Settings ..... . 108 Samsung Apps ..... . . 127 Google+ .
  • Page 10 Battery Use and Safety ....175 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling . . . 177 UL Certified Travel Charger ....177 Display / Touch-Screen .
  • Page 11: Section 1: Getting Started

    Section 1: Getting Started This section helps you to quickly start using your device. Note: Instructions in this manual are based on default settings Understanding This User Manual and may vary from your device depending on the The sections of this manual generally follow the features of software version on your device and any changes to the your device.
  • Page 12: Special Text

    Special Text Text Conventions In this manual, some text is set apart from the rest. This This manual provides condensed information about how to special text is intended to point out important information, use your device. To make this possible, the following text share quick methods for activating features, define terms, conventions are used to represent often-used steps: and more.
  • Page 13: Installing The Sim Card

    Installing the SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and many others features. Important! The plug-in SIM card information and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratching or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
  • Page 14: Memory Card

    Memory Card Your device supports removable microSD or microSDHC memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB (not included). Memory cards are used to store music, photos, videos, and other files. For more information, refer to “Memory Card” on page 87. Installing a Memory Card 1.
  • Page 15: Battery

    Battery Charging the Battery Your device comes with a Wall/USB Charger (Outlet Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion Connector, Charging Head, and USB cable) to charge your battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable) device from any standard AC power outlet. are included with the device for charging the battery.
  • Page 16: Task Manager

    2. Insert the USB cable into the device’s Charger/ Note: If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot turn Accessory Port (2). on the device, even with the USB power adapter connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before you try to turn on the device.
  • Page 17: Turning Your Device On And Off

    Turning Your Device On and Off To access the Task Manager: Turning Your Device On 1. Add the Active (Apps) Manager widget to a Home screen and then tap Active applications on the Active Press and hold the (Power/Lock Key). (Apps) Manager widget.
  • Page 18: Setting Up Your Device

    Google Account, or sign up for a new Google Account. • Samsung Account: Your Samsung Account is used for access to Samsung apps and services, such as Samsung Apps, WatchON, and much more. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Samsung Account, or sign up for a new Samsung Account.
  • Page 19: Securing Your Device

    Galaxy Tab Accessories Press the (Power/Lock Key). Unlocking the Device To find accessories for your Galaxy Tab: 1. Go to samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories. 1. Press the (Power/Lock Key). 2. Use your model number to find compatible 2. Swipe across the screen as shown.
  • Page 20: Section 2: Understanding Your Device

    Section 2: Understanding Your Device ™ • This section outlines key features of your device and Smart Switch compliant. For more information, see describes the screen and the icons that appear when the www.samsungsmartswitch.com. device is in use. It also shows how to navigate through •...
  • Page 21: Front View

    Warning! This device does not support some USB storage media devices. For more information, refer to “Galaxy Tab Accessories” on page 13. Front View The following items can be found on the front of your device as illustrated. 1. Light Sensor: Used to control screen brightness automatically when taking photos with the front-facing camera.
  • Page 22: Side Views

    Side Views The following items can be found on the sides of your device as illustrated. 1. Microphone: Used for video chat. 2. Power/Lock Key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Press to lock the device or to wake the screen for unlocking.
  • Page 23: Back View And Bottom

    Back View and Bottom The following items can be found on the back of your device as illustrated. 1. 3.5mm Headset Jack: Used for headphones. 2. Camera Lens: Used when taking photos or recording videos. 3. Charger/Accessory Port: Plug in a USB cable for charging or to sync music and files.
  • Page 24: Home Screen

    Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Note: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this user manual start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen. 1. Status Bar: The area along the top of the Home screen which displays notifications (on the left side), battery power and connection details (on the right side).
  • Page 25: Extended Home Screen

    Extended Home Screen Customizing the Home Screen Pages The Home screen consists of the main Home screen page, You can customize the Home screen pages to suit your needs indicated by , plus additional pages that extend beyond and preferences. the display width to provide additional space for adding app 1.
  • Page 26: Display Settings

    Adding and Removing Home Screen Pages 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen from the left and right side to the center to display the Your device comes with seven Home screen pages. You can editing screen. customize the Home screen by removing or adding pages. 2.
  • Page 27: Navigating Your Device

    Navigating Your Device Screen Navigation Use command buttons and the tap screen to navigate. Command Keys Tap items to select or launch them. For example: • Back Tap the on-screen keyboard to enter characters or text. • Tap a menu item to select it. •...
  • Page 28: Notifications

    Notifications When you receive a Notification, a notification icon displays on the left side of the Status Bar. Notifications indicate the arrival of Gmail, Email, alarms, and more. Notification Panel The Notification Panel displays ongoing connections and events, as well as summaries of all current Notifications. Quick Settings are also located on the Notification Panel.
  • Page 29: Quick Settings

    Quick Settings 3. The Quick Settings are: • Wi-Fi: Tap to enable or disable Wi-Fi. For more information, Quick Settings allows you enable/disable common features refer to “Wi-Fi” on page 78. such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Screen rotation, and more. •...
  • Page 30 • Hands-free mode: New notifications are read aloud. 5. Tap the Brightness slider and drag it to set the brightness, or tap Auto to allow the device to set • Smart stay: Set the screen to stay on as long as you look at it. brightness automatically based on available light and For more information, refer to “Smart Screen”...
  • Page 31: Notifications Icons

    Notifications Icons Play Music: A song is playing in the Play Music app. View the Notification panel to see the song title and Notifications display in the Status Bar and, in some cases, music player controls. For more information, refer to under the Notifications heading on the Notifications Panel to “Play Music”...
  • Page 32: Status Bar

    Status Bar Screenshot Captured: A screenshot has been captured. The Status Bar displays icons to show network status, Nearby Devices: The Nearby devices setting is battery power, and other details. enabled. For more information, refer to “Nearby Battery Level: Shown fully charged. Devices”...
  • Page 33: Primary Shortcuts

    Primary Shortcuts Data Connection: Displays when your connection to a UTMS, HSDPA, HSPA, or HSPA+ network is active. Primary Shortcuts display at the bottom of all Home screens. The default Primary Shortcuts are: Email, Calendar, Browser, Data Connection: Displays when your connection to a Camera, Settings, and Apps.
  • Page 34: Widgets

    Widgets Removing Widgets When you first turn on your tablet, there are various widgets Touch and hold the Widget until (Remove) displays, on the center Home screen. They can also appear on the then drag the widget to the Remove icon. Home screens to the left and right of the center Home screen.
  • Page 35: Wallpapers

    Managing Folders Wallpapers To rename a folder: You can choose a picture to display on the Home Screen, Lock screen, or on both the Home and Lock screens. Choose Tap the folder, tap the current name, and use the from preloaded wallpaper images or select a photo you have keyboard to enter a new name for the folder.
  • Page 36: Apps Screen

    Apps Screen To view your downloaded applications: 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps). The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your 2. Tap Downloaded applications to view downloaded device. The Apps icons are arranged in a customizable grid. apps.
  • Page 37: Using The Multi Window

    Using the Multi Window Note: Only applications found within the Multi window panel This feature allows you to run multiple applications on the can be active atop another current application on the current screen at the same time. screen. Apps not listed in the Multi window tray may not support the Multi window feature.
  • Page 38 Repositioning the Tab and Multi Window Tray To deactivate Multi window: Press and hold (Back). This action hides the The Tab can be moved up and down along the side of the Multi window tray. The Multi window tray can be relocated to Multi window Tab from view.
  • Page 39 Customizing the Multi Window Tray To relocate the Multi window tray: 1. Activate the Multi window feature. The applications found within the Multi Window Tray can be 2. Tap the Tab to display the Multi window tray. organized by either being rearranging, adding, 3.
  • Page 40 Using Multi Window to Run Multiple Apps on Note: Once two applications are running, the device displays a the Same Screen split screen view containing both the initial app and the Any of the apps found within the Multi window panel can be new Multi window app.
  • Page 41: Multiple Users

    Multiple Users To switch the arrangement of the applications: 1. Tap the Split Bar to show the on-screen icons. This device can be shared with multiple people by creating 2. Tap (Switch). The two apps are switched. User profiles. Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and so on.
  • Page 42: Screen Capture

    Your device uses a virtual QWERTY keyboard for text entry Press and hold both the (Power/Lock Key) and called the Samsung keyboard. Use the keyboard to enter (Home) to capture and save an image of the letters, punctuation, numbers, and other characters into text current screen.
  • Page 43: Using The Samsung Keyboard

    Configuring the Samsung Keyboard recognition. You can enable predictive text, to have the Samsung You can configure the Samsung keyboard to your keyboard match your key tapes to common words and preferences.
  • Page 44 QWERTY keyboard. • Tap once to switch from abc to Abc mode. Note: Enable Predictive text in Samsung keyboard settings. • Tap twice to switch to ABC mode. When ABC mode is enabled, the For more information, refer to “Configuring the Samsung...
  • Page 45 Editing Text To copy, delete, or replace text: 1. Touch and hold the text or word you want to select. You can edit the text you enter in text fields by cutting, copying, or pasting text. These operations can be performed The selected text is highlighted between within and across apps.
  • Page 46 Tap the (Delete) key to delete the selected text. If the Samsung keyboard is not displayed, tap To paste previously copied text: (Select input method) on the Notification Panel 1. Tap the text at the point you want to paste the and then tap Samsung keyboard.
  • Page 47 For more information, refer to “Configuring the keyboard. Samsung Keyboard” on page 156. • To return to the Samsung keyboard, tap (Keyboard). 5. Tap (Back) repeatedly to return to your message. Closing the Keyboard (Back) to close the keyboard.
  • Page 48: Using Google Voice Typing

    Using Google Voice Typing You can use your voice to enter text using the Google voice typing feature. While entering text using the Samsung keyboard: 1. Tap on the keyboard. 2. At the Tap to speak prompt, tap and speak clearly and distinctly into the microphone.
  • Page 49: Section 3: Contacts And Accounts

    Add account. • Samsung Account: Add your Samsung account. 2. Tap the account type. • Email: Add an Email account to sync Contacts. For more 3.
  • Page 50: Contacts

    Contacts 4. Tap contact fields to display the keyboard and enter information: Store contact information for your friends, family, • Some fields have preset values. Tap the field and tap the and colleagues to quickly access information or to send desired value.
  • Page 51: Updating Contacts

    Updating Contacts Managing Photo IDs To update an existing contact: To remove or update a contact’s Photo ID: 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Contacts). 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Contacts). 2. Tap a contact in the Contacts list to view its 2.
  • Page 52: Linking Contacts

    Contacts Display Options and Settings Linked Contacts There are various ways to display your Contacts using tabs Your device can synchronize with multiple accounts, or settings. including Google, Corporate Exchange, and other email providers. When you synchronize contacts from these 1.
  • Page 53 Sharing Contact Information Separating Contacts 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Contacts). You can send one or more contact’s information by way of 2. Tap a contact in the Contacts list to view its Bluetooth to other Bluetooth devices or in an Email or Gmail as an attachment.
  • Page 54: Groups

    Importing and Exporting Contacts Groups To back up and restore your contacts information, you can Assign contacts to Groups to make searching for contacts export your contacts list to a storage device, such as a PC, or faster or to quickly send messages to group members. Creating a New Group import your contacts list (previously exported) from a storage device.
  • Page 55: Adding Group Members

    Renaming a Group Adding Group Members To rename a groups that you have created: To add a contact to a group, just Edit a contact’s Group field. For more information, refer to “Updating Contacts” on 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Contacts).
  • Page 56: Favorites

    Favorites Note: Tap Groups above the Contacts List and then tap Starred Mark contact records with a gold star to identify them as in Android to list your Favorites that are being saved on favorites. your Google account. Adding Favorites Removing Favorites To add a contact to your Favorites list: To remove one or more contacts from your Favorites list:...
  • Page 57: Section 4: Messaging

    Section 4: Messaging Creating and Sending Messages This section describes how to send and receive messages and other features associated with messaging. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Messages) Types of Messages (Compose). Your tablet supports these types of messages: 2.
  • Page 58: Message Options

    Message Options Note: Delete any unnecessary members by tapping Options Before Composing a Message their name/number in the recipient area and selecting Remove. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Messages) 2. Before composing a message, tap (Menu) from 4. Add more recipients by tapping either the Enter the main Messages screen to display additional recipient field or and selecting recipients.
  • Page 59 Options While Composing a Message 3. From the main Messages screen, touch and hold a message, and then select an option: 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Messages) • Add to contacts: Add the sender to either a new or existing 2.
  • Page 60 Adding Attachments to a Message • Add slide: Convert an SMS message into an MMS (multimedia) message and which allows you to attach an To add an attachment to your message, tap (Attach) and existing slideshow. select one of the following options: •...
  • Page 61: Viewing Newly Received Messages

    Adding Additional Text Viewing Newly Received Messages You can copy text such as names, phone numbers, and When you receive a message, your phone notifies you by events from your Contacts, Calendar, or a Memo. displaying within the Notifications area at the top left of 1.
  • Page 62 Message Threads To reply to a text message: 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Messages). Sent and received messages are grouped into message threads. Threaded messages allow you to see all the 2. While the message is open, tap the Enter message field messages exchanged (similar to a chat program).
  • Page 63: Deleting Messages

    Deleting Messages To access additional Bubble options: Touch and hold the message bubble within an active To delete a single message thread: message conversation to display the following options: 1. From the Messages screen, touch and hold a message • Delete: Delete the currently selected message bubble from the from the Messages list, then select Delete.
  • Page 64: Message Search

    Messages Settings To delete a single message bubble: 1. From the Messages screen, open a message to reveal To configure the settings for text messages, multimedia the message string. messages, and Push messages. 2. Touch and hold a message bubble, then select Delete. From the Messages screen, tap (Menu) and then 3.
  • Page 65 Signature Settings Multimedia Message (MMS) Settings • • Add signature: Create a signature at the end of your outgoing text Group messaging: Send a single message to multiple recipients. messages. • Delivery reports: Set the network to inform you whether or not •...
  • Page 66: Notification Settings

    Emergency Alert Configuration Push Message Settings • Push messages: Receive push messages from the network. This device is designed to receive wireless emergency alerts • Service loading: Set the type of service loading notification: from the Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS); which may also be known as the Personal Localized Alerting Always, Prompt, or Never.
  • Page 67: Assigning Messages As Spam

    There are three types of Emergency Alerts: To assign a phone number manually as spam: • Alerts issued by the President 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps (Messages). • Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life 2. Tap (Menu) and then tap Settings.
  • Page 68 6. Tap Match criteria and select a parameter that must 5. Enter a term or word into the field. match for the spam action to take effect. Choose from: 6. Tap Save. Exactly the same as, Starts with (for example, 800 or To register unknown numbers as spam: 888), Ends with, or Includes.
  • Page 69: Accessing Your Spam Folder

    Accessing your Spam Folder To create your own text template: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps (Messages). Any message assigned as spam is automatically placed with 2. Tap (Menu) and then tap Text templates. your Spam messages folder. 3. Tap (Create).
  • Page 70: Managing Your Email Accounts

    Managing Your Email Accounts 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your email account. You can view email you receive for all accounts in the 4. Tap Next to go to the next screen or tap Previous to go Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually.
  • Page 71: Email Settings

    Deleting Email Accounts • Composing and sending: Configure the functions available during both creating and sending emails. Options include: To delete an Email account: Quick responses, Default image size, Delay email sending. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps (Email). •...
  • Page 72: Gmail

    Composing and Sending Email Gmail 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps (Email). Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based 2. If you have multiple accounts set up, choose an email. account from the menu at the top of the screen. To access Gmail: 3.
  • Page 73 Refreshing Your Gmail Account Composing and Sending Gmail 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) Refresh your account to update your device from the Gmail servers. (Google folder) (Gmail). 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) 2. Tap Compose, then tap fields to compose the (Google folder) (Gmail).
  • Page 74: Section 5: Multimedia

    Section 5: Multimedia Taking Photos This section describes the various multimedia applications available on your tablet, such as the Camera and Camcorder, 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Camera). Gallery, Video Player, and Music Player. 2. Slide the (Mode) button to (Camera mode).
  • Page 75: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Configuring Camera Settings Before you start taking photos, use the camera settings to While in Camera mode, tap a settings shortcut or tap configure the camera for best results. Camera settings are (Settings) to configure the following settings: represented by icons on the left side of the screen.
  • Page 76: Camcorder

    Camcorder • Guidelines: Display an on-screen grid to aid in photo composition. Use your tablet’s camcorder to record high-definition video in • Shutter sound: Emit a sound when the camera takes a photo. 1080p resolution. • Contextual filename: Set filenames to include GPS 1.
  • Page 77: Recording Videos

    Recording Videos Important! Do not take videos of people without their 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Camera). permission. 2. Slide the (Mode) button to (Camcorder mode). Do not take videos in places where cameras are 3. To configure settings, see “Camcorder Settings” on not allowed.
  • Page 78 Configuring Camcorder Settings • Timer: Set a delay to wait between tapping Record and begin recording. While in Camcorder mode, tap a settings shortcut or • Resolution: Set a size for the video. (Settings) to configure the following Camcorder • White balance: Set the light source. settings: •...
  • Page 79: Gallery

    Gallery 4. Tap (Menu) to display the following options: • Select item: Tap one or more items to share, stream to another Use Gallery to view, capture, and manage photos and videos. device, or delete. Note: Photos and videos are stored on the device in the •...
  • Page 80: Viewing Photos And Videos

    Viewing Groups of Photos and Videos Viewing Photos and Videos 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Gallery). 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Gallery). 2. Tap a category and then a group to view it. 2. Tap a category and group to view it, and then tap a photo or video thumbnail.
  • Page 81 • Copy to clipboard: Copy the photo to the clipboard. – Tags: Enable Tag buddy and Face tag. Tag buddy identifies • Print: Print the photo to a Samsung printer. each photo with information such as the weather, location, • Rename: Enter a new file name.
  • Page 82: Playing Videos

    Setting a Picture As Playing Videos 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Gallery). You can use the photos you take as a contact’s photo or as wallpaper for the Home or Lock screen: 2. Tap an album or category to display thumbnails, and 1.
  • Page 83: Sharing Photos And Videos

    Sharing Photos and Videos Full-screen in ratio view. The video is enlarged as much as possible without Share photos and videos with your friends. becoming distorted. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Gallery). 2. Tap an album or category to display thumbnails. Full-screen view.
  • Page 84: Section 6: Connections

    Section 6: Connections Turning Wi-Fi On or Off This section describes the various connections your device can make, including accessing the Internet with your Wi-Fi, When you turn Wi-Fi service on, your device automatically Bluetooth, and Connecting to your PC. searches for available WAPs (Wireless Access Points).
  • Page 85: Adding A Wi-Fi Network Manually

    Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Adding a Wi-Fi Network Manually 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Settings). When you turn on Wi-Fi, your device searches for available Wi-Fi connections, then displays them on screen. 2. Under Wireless and networks, tap to turn 1.
  • Page 86: Wi-Fi Direct

    Configuring Wi-Fi Settings Wi-Fi Direct Set up and configure advanced Wi-Fi settings. Wi-Fi Direct allows device-to-device connections, 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Settings). allowing you to transfer large amounts of data over a Wi-Fi connection. 2. Under Wireless and networks, tap to turn 1.
  • Page 87 Sharing Information with a Connected Device Note: Files you received via Wi-Fi Direct can be found in To share videos, photos, or other information with a (My Files) under Device storage/emulated/0/ connected device, follow these steps: ShareViaWifi. 1. View the information that you want to share, and then Depending on the target device model, the prompts and tap the Share, Share via, or Send via option.
  • Page 88: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Pairing with a Bluetooth Device Search for a Bluetooth device and pair with it to exchange Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications information between your device and the target device. technology for exchanging information over a distance of about 30 feet. Tip: After pairing, your device and the target device recognize You do not need to line up the devices to send information each other and exchange information without having to...
  • Page 89: Receiving Data From A Bluetooth Device

    Receiving Data from a Bluetooth Device Options for paired devices: next to the device in the Paired devices list. To receive data from a Bluetooth device: • Tap Rename to change the named of the paired device. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Settings).
  • Page 90: Managing Downloads

    Managing Downloads Note: You can view a history of files received via Bluetooth. Files, apps, and other items you download in Browser, Gmail, From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Settings). Email, or in other ways, are stored on your tablet’s internal Under Wireless and networks, tap (Bluetooth), tap storage.
  • Page 91: Uninstalling An App

    Uninstalling an App Uninstall apps with Google Play Store You can use Google Play Store to uninstall apps you have Many apps come pre-installed on your device, and you can downloaded from there (see “Play Store” on page 124). download additional apps from Google Play Store. If you decide to, you can uninstall apps you have downloaded from Uninstall apps from the Apps screen Google Play Store and other sources.
  • Page 92: Synchronizing With Windows Media Player

    Synchronizing with Windows Connecting as a Mass Storage Device Media Player You can connect your device to a PC as a removable disk and access the file directory. If you insert a memory card in the Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. device, you can also access the files directory from the 1.
  • Page 93: Kies Via Wi-Fi

    Kies via Wi-Fi Memory Card Samsung Kies is a software that enables you to update your Your device supports removable microSD or microSDHC device firmware, synchronize files, and transfer data to and memory cards (not included) for storing music, photos, from your device directly by connecting to the PC.
  • Page 94: Removing A Memory Card

    Unmounting an SD Card Removing a Memory Card 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Settings) Warning! To prevent damage to information stored on the Storage. memory card, always unmount the memory card 2. Tap Unmount SD card. before removing it from the device. 3.
  • Page 95: Usb Tethering

    Tethering and computer while using the USB tethering feature. Mobile HotSpot. If additional software or USB drivers are required, visit: samsung.com/us/support/downloads. 2. Tap to uncheck USB tethering and deactivate the feature. To connect using USB tethering: 3. Remove the USB cable from the device and computer.
  • Page 96: Mobile Hotspot

    Mobile HotSpot To activate the Mobile HotSpot service: 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) This feature allows you to share your device’s mobile data (Mobile HotSpot). connection, providing wireless Internet connectivity to multiple devices. – or – From a Home screen, tap (Menu) and then tap Important! The Mobile HotSpot service cannot be active Settings...
  • Page 97 To change the Portable HotSpot password: Note: By default, the connection is not secured. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Mobile HotSpot). Note: Using your Mobile HotSpot drains your device’s battery 2. Tap Mobile HotSpot Configure. much faster. The best way to keep using the device as a 3.
  • Page 98 To manage connected devices: This feature allows you to provide MAC filtering on your device. This is similar to a “VIP list” where only devices on the list are allowed access. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Mobile HotSpot). 2.
  • Page 99: Section 7: Applications

    Section 7: Applications Applications List This section contains a description of each application that is available on the (Apps) screen, its function, and how to The Applications list provides quick access to all the navigate through that particular application. If the application available applications on the device.
  • Page 100 Accessing Recently-Used Apps • View type: Customize the way the Apps menu listing is shown. • Uninstall: Remove an app that you downloaded to your device. 1. Press and hold (Home) from any screen to open Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. Tap to remove the the recently-used applications window.
  • Page 101: Application Folders

    1. Press and hold (Home), and then tap (Task manager). Samsung: This folder contains the following 2. From the Active applications tab, tap End to close applications: Calculator, Group Play, S Translator, selected applications. S Voice, Story Album, and VPN Client.
  • Page 102: Updating Applications

    Customizing the Application Group Names GPS Applications 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps). GPS applications allow you to achieve real-time, 2. Tap a group entry then touch and hold the name of the GPS-enabled, turn-by-turn navigation and to access local searches based on a variety of category parameters.
  • Page 103: Accessing The Apps Screen

    Alarm Location of Internal Antennas Set alarms for reminders or for wake-up times. Adding and Configuring Alarms GPS Antenna 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Alarm). 2. Tap (Create alarm) to display the Create alarm screen. (Back view – or – of device) Tap an existing alarm to display the Edit alarm screen.
  • Page 104: Browser

    Activating Alarms Setting the Snooze Feature 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Alarm). To activate the Snooze feature after an alarm sounds: A list of alarms displays. A gray alarm icon means Tap and slide in any direction. Snooze must first be the alarm is deactivated.
  • Page 105 Using Browser Windows Zoom • Tap the screen twice to zoom in or out. You can have multiple windows open at one time and easily • Use two fingers, such as your index finger and switch between windows. thumb, to zoom out by making an inward pinching 1.
  • Page 106: Browser Menu

    Entering a URL Creating Bookmarks Access a website quickly by entering the URL. While browsing, bookmark a site to quickly access it later. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Browser). 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Browser). 2. Tap the URL field at the top of the screen, then enter 2.
  • Page 107: Calculator

    1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) 3. Tap (Back) to return to the webpage. (Samsung folder) (Calculator). 4. Slowly swipe inward from the left or right edge of the 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. screen to access Quick controls.
  • Page 108: Calendar

    Calendar 3. Swipe left or right across the screen to view other days or other weeks. Swipe up or down the screen to view Your device includes a powerful Calendar to help you other events. organize your schedules more conveniently and effectively. Learn to create and manage events and tasks, and set 4.
  • Page 109: Managing Events

    Managing Events • Sync: Manually synchronizes the calendar entries among all of your current accounts, for example, Gmail, Exchange, and You can delete, send, and edit events on your mobile device. so on. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) Calendar.
  • Page 110: Camera

    Add Additional Calendar Accounts 4. Tap fields on the screen to configure the Calendar. • Some fields have preset values. Tap the field and tap the 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Settings) desired value. Add account. – or – •...
  • Page 111: Chrome

    Chrome Downloads Use Chrome to browse the internet and bring your open tabs, Files, apps, and other items you download in Browser, Email, bookmarks and omnibox data from your computer to your Gmail, or in other ways, are stored on your tablet’s internal phone or tablet.
  • Page 112: Drive

    Drive Email Use the Google Drive app to open, view, rename, and share Send and receive email using popular email services. your Google Docs and files. For more information, refer to “Email” on page 63. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) From a Home screen, tap (Apps)
  • Page 113: G+ Photos

    Google From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Game Hub). Use Google Search to search the Web. Google Now (a part of G+ Photos the Google Search app) recognizes a user’s repeated actions performed on the device (including access of common This application provides a shortcut to the Photos tab inside locations, repeated calendar appointments, search queries, the Google+ app.
  • Page 114: Google Settings

    and speak the search criteria slowly and To configure the Google Now settings: clearly. Google searches for the information and 1. Press and hold (Home) and then tap displays results. (Google Now). 2. Tap (Menu) and then tap Settings. Suggestions display below the text entry area. Based on your settings, new card information will begin to 3.
  • Page 115: Google

    Note: Group Play is not the same as Screen mirroring which 3. Read the Disclaimer and tap Agree. requires a connection to a Wi-Fi capable Samsung TV or 4. Tap the Set group password field to enable the function, via the use of the AllShare Cast Hub.
  • Page 116 2. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) 3. Use the keyboard to enter a PIN code and tap Done. (Samsung folder) (Group Play). This process makes sure only desired recipients can 3. Tap Join group. Your device then scans for available view your shared image.
  • Page 117: Hangouts

    Hangouts Help Previously known as Google Talk™, Hangouts is an updated Provides access to built-in Help information. place to hangout, share photos, and even video calls. This is From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Help). a free web-based application for instant messaging offered Local by Google.
  • Page 118: Maps

    Maps Memo Viewing Options 1. Tap (List) to view your memos in a list mode. Tap Use Google Maps to find your current location, get directions, an entry in the list on the left to view the memo on the and other location-based information.
  • Page 119: Messages

    Messages Music Player This application allows you to use the Short Message Service Music Player plays songs stored on your tablet or an installed (SMS) to send and receive short text messages to and from memory card. other mobile phones. To access Music: You can also use the Multi Media Service (MMS) to create 1.
  • Page 120: Searching For Music

    Searching for Music • Settings: The following settings display: Advanced To find music in your library: – SoundAlive: View and set SoundAlive options. 1. Tap to return to the main Music screen. – Play speed: Decrease or increase play speed. 2.
  • Page 121: Managing Playlists

    Managing Playlists Adding Songs to or Removing Songs from Playlists 1. Tap Create playlist and tap a playlist. To create, manage, or delete a playlist: – or – to return to the main Music screen. Creating a Playlist Tap Playlists, tap a playlist, and then tap Add music.
  • Page 122: Playing Music

    Accessing the Music Player Playing a Playlist 1. Tap the Playlists tab. If you navigate away from the Music Player application and 2. Tap Favorites, Most played, Recently played, or Recently music is playing, the Music notification icon is displayed in the System Bar.
  • Page 123: Options While Playing A Song

    Options While Playing a Song Music Player Screen There are various options and controls available while a song Song Title/Artist/Album is playing: Main screen Song details 1. Tap to return to the main Music screen. Volume Select DLNA 2. Tap a song or an album, and then a song. device Slide dot up 3.
  • Page 124: My Files

    My Files 4. While browsing files, use these controls: Up: Display a higher directory. Find, view, and manage folders and files, such as music files, photo files, video files, and so on, stored on your tablet. If the Search: Use the keyboard to enter a search term. file is associated with an application on your device, you can The current folder is searched and results are launch the file in the application.
  • Page 125: Navigation

    Navigation Note: You must logged into your Google account prior to using Use Google Navigation to find a destination and to get this feature. walking or driving directions. Navigation works best when Wi-Fi is enabled. For more 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) information, refer to “Turning Wi-Fi On or Off”...
  • Page 126: Play Magazines

    Play Magazines Movies, previously rented via the Play Store are automatically added to your My Movies library across your devices. With Google Play Magazines, you can subscribe to your Learn more about Google Play Movies at: favorite magazines and have them available to read on your http://play.google.com/about/movies.
  • Page 127: Play Music

    Play Music 2. If you are prompted to select an account, tap Add account and follow the on-screen instructions to Also known as Google Music, allows you to browse, shop, sign in to an existing Google account or create a new and playback songs purchased from the Play Store.
  • Page 128: Changing Library View

    Changing Library View Play Music Menu You can change the way you view the contents of your While viewing a Play Music main screen: library. (Menu) and follow the on-screen instructions 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) to use the following options: (Google folder) (Play Music).
  • Page 129 To play a song: Touch the top of the screen and drag downward to 1. Tap (Play Music). display the Notification Panel. Tap the song title in the Notification Panel. You can also pause and resume 2. Tap a song in your library to listen to it. playback and skip to the next song in the panel.
  • Page 130: Play Store

    Making Online Music Available Offline Play Store In addition to playing the music that you add to your online Google Play Store provides access to downloadable library, you can play music stored on your device’s internal applications and games to install on your device. It also storage.
  • Page 131: Polaris Office

    Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be The application can also open Adobe PDF (Portable logged in to your Samsung account application. Document Format) files. 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) 1.
  • Page 132: S Voice

    1. At the S Translator screen, tap the left voice button to 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) verbally speak the selected language (corresponds to (Samsung folder) (S Voice). top field). 2. Read the on-screen disclaimer information and tap 2.
  • Page 133: Samsung Apps

    3. Tap Start to begin your Story Album. games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, and 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Tap (Menu) more. Samsung Apps makes your Smart phone smarter. Help for additional information. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) TripAdvisor (Samsung Apps).
  • Page 134: Video Player

    Video Player Playing Videos 1. Tap a video to play it. While playing a video, tap the Your device’s 10.1-inch 1280x800 WXGA TFT (PLS) LCD screen to display or hide on-screen playback controls. screen provides playback of videos. Use Video Player to view and manage videos stored on your tablet.
  • Page 135: Vpn Client

    • Settings: Tap this option to view the following: 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) – Capture: Enable a button that can be used to capture (Samsung folder) (VPN Client). screenshots during the video playback. – 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the Play speed: Tap and drag the slider to decrease or increase play speed.
  • Page 136: Watchon

    Click Connect to proceed. network or Wi-Fi connection). For more information, refer to “Wi-Fi” on page 78. 3. Read the Samsung WatchON Privacy Notice, tap I have read and accept the terms of the above privacy policy, Using WatchON and then tap Confirm.
  • Page 137: Using Watchon

    8. At the Samsung account screen, read the screen and tabs Choose from one of the following: then tap Skip or Sign in to sign in to your Samsung • TV: provides access to control functions specific to your TV.
  • Page 138 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (WatchON). then tap Sign in to sign in to your Samsung account. 2. From the main WatchON screen, tap (Menu) and 2. At the bottom of the main WatchON screen, tap one of...
  • Page 139: World Clock

    3. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter a name in the Tip: Tap the first letter of the city’s name, to the right of the Enter a room name field. list, to find the city more quickly. 4. Tap Done to remove the keyboard and then tap Add. 5.
  • Page 140: Youtube

    YouTube To configure YouTube settings: (Menu) and then tap Settings to configure the YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos, and view them in MPEG-4 format. following parameters: 1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (YouTube).
  • Page 141 • Search • About – – Clear search history: Clear previous YouTube searches from Help: Display answers to most YouTube questions. showing up in the YouTube search box. – Feedback: Provide user feedback to YouTube. – Never remember history: Force YouTube to never store –...
  • Page 142: Section 8: Settings

    Section 8: Settings Wireless and Network This section explains Settings for customizing your device. Accessing Settings Control your device’s wireless connections. Wi-Fi To access Settings: From a Home screen, tap (Apps) (Settings). Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides –...
  • Page 143: More Settings

    Bluetooth More Settings Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications This tab displays additional wireless and network features. technology for exchanging information over a distance of From the (Settings) screen, tap More settings. about 30 feet. Options display Airplane mode, Mobile networks, For more information about using Bluetooth, see “Bluetooth”...
  • Page 144 Mobile Networks • Network mode: You can configure your device to either automatically select the LTE option [LTE/WCDMA (auto Before you use applications such as Google Maps, you must enable the Mobile networks options. connect)] or WCDMA only. LTE/WCDMA (auto connect) is the default network mode option.
  • Page 145 Using the LTE Network Option Default Setup Options To confirm you are always using the fastest possible Your device default is set to Automatic to automatically connection, the device has an automatic detection search for an available network. You can set this option to method where it finds both the fastest and most stable Manual to select a network each time you connect.
  • Page 146 6. Enter the Server address and any other required fields that are dependent upon the Type you entered The VPN settings menu allows you to set up and manage previously. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). 7. Tap the Show advanced options check box to display Important! Before you can use a VPN you must establish and additional VPN options.
  • Page 147 Kies via Wi-Fi To configure this feature: Samsung Kies is a software that enables you to update your 1. Connect to a Wi-Fi network. For more information, refer device firmware, synchronize files, and transfer data to and from your device directly by connecting to the PC.
  • Page 148: Device

    Device Hands-Free Mode Hands-free mode allows your device to read new Control the screen display, sounds, storage, power and notifications and alarms aloud. battery usage, and other device features. Blocking Mode 1. From the (Settings) screen, under Wireless and networks, tap to turn Hands-free mode ON.
  • Page 149 Sound Notifications Volume Select a default ringtone for message, alarm, and other notifications. Set the volume level for all types of sounds. 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Sound 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Sound Volume. Default notification sound. 2.
  • Page 150: Notification Panel

    Display Notification Panel Wallpaper Customize the Notification panel. 1. Tap Settings Display Notification panel. You can choose a picture to display on the Home Screen, Lock screen, or to both the Home and lock screens. Choose 2. Tap Brightness adjustment to adjust the screen from preloaded wallpaper images or select a photo you have brightness from the Notification panel.
  • Page 151: Screen Timeout

    Brightness Daydream Set the default screen brightness. The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the phone is docked, or while charging. You can 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Display choose to display a Colors screen, or display photos stored Brightness.
  • Page 152 Storage Smart Screen Set the screen to stay on as long as you look at it. From this menu you can view the device memory or mount, 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Display unmount, or format an SD card. Device Memory Smart screen.
  • Page 153: Power Saving Mode

    Power Saving Mode Battery When enabled, your device automatically analyzes the See how much battery power is used for device activities. screen and adjusts the brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Battery. 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Power saving mode.
  • Page 154: Application Manager

    Application Manager Downloaded Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. You can download and install applications from Google Play or create applications using the Android SDK and install them 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Application on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage manager.
  • Page 155: Running Services

    Users Running Services View and control services running on your device. This device can be shared by multiple people by creating 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Application User profiles. Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and so on. Users manager.
  • Page 156: Personal

    Personal Add a New User 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Users. This section of the Settings screen lets you manage the 2. Tap (Add user). personal settings for your device. Location Services 3. If the new User is able to set up their space now, tap Set up now.
  • Page 157: Lock Screen

    Lock Screen The following options are available depending on the Screen Lock Screen Lock type that you have selected. Swipe Options Choose settings for unlocking your screen. For more The options available when Screen lock is set to Swipe are: information about using the lock and unlock features, see •...
  • Page 158 Face Unlock/Face and Voice Options Pattern Options These options are available when Screen lock is set to Face These options are available when Screen lock is set to unlock or Face and voice: Pattern: • • Lock screen widgets: Lock the widgets that are displayed on Lock screen widgets: Lock the widgets that are displayed on your home screens.
  • Page 159 Security SIM Card Lock Encryption Prevent another user from using your SIM card to make unauthorized calls or from accessing information stored on To require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your tablet your SIM card by protecting the information using a PIN code. each time you power it on: 1.
  • Page 160: Device Administration

    Passwords Credential Storage When enabled, password characters display briefly as you Trusted Credentials tap them while entering passwords. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Security. for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it.
  • Page 161: Language And Input

    1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Language and input. Clear Credentials 2. Tap Default and select Samsung keyboard. Clear stored credentials. 3. Tap Set up input methods. Note: This setting only appears if you have installed encrypted certificates.
  • Page 162 Clear remote data: Delete your anonymous data stored on the 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Language and input. personalization server. 2. Tap next to Samsung keyboard to display the – Clear personal data: Remove all personalized data entered. following options: –...
  • Page 163 • Help: Launch a brief on-screen tutorial covering the main – Pen thickness: Set the pen thickness in pixels. concepts related to the Samsung keyboard. – Pen color: Choose a pen color. • Reset settings: Reset keyboard settings except personalized –...
  • Page 164 Speech 3. Tap Text-to-speech options: • Select Samsung text-to-speech engine or Google Text-to Configure speech settings. speech Engine as your preferred TTS engine. 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Language and input. • Tap next to each TTS engine to configure.
  • Page 165: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Automatic Restore When enabled, backed-up settings are restored when you You can also back up your data to the Google server and reinstall an application. reset your device to its factory defaults. Back Up My Data 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Back up and reset.
  • Page 166: Accounts

    Email, Facebook, Collect Diagnostics Google, and your Samsung account. Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, Collect diagnostics data for troubleshooting your device. contacts, and other types of content.
  • Page 167: Managing Accounts

    Samsung account settings. some other account you have added, such as Email. – or – Each of your accounts (Google, Samsung, and so on) are listed under Accounts. For Email accounts, tap Settings to manage various settings for that account.
  • Page 168: System

    System Accessory Voice Control You can enable your tablet to play sounds when inserting and removing the device when docking. To set voice control options: From the (Settings) screen, tap Accessory for these 1. From the (Settings) screen, under System, tap options: to turn Voice control ON.
  • Page 169: Date And Time

    Date and Time Accessibility By default, your device receives date and time information Accessibility services are special features to make using the from the wireless network. When you are outside network device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use coverage, you may want to set date and time information the Accessibility settings to activate these services.
  • Page 170 • Screen timeout: Select amount of time the screen delays Important! TalkBack can collect all of the text you enter, shutting off after inactivity for the selected period of time. except passwords, including personal data and • Lock automatically: Lock the screen after the selected credit card numbers.
  • Page 171: About Device

    Mobility 6. Tap Text-to-speech options and select the preferred TTS engine to set voice output settings. For more To set mobility options: information, refer to “Speech” on page 158. 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap Accessibility. 7. Tap Enhance web accessibility and tap Allow to allow 2.
  • Page 172: Software Update

    • Legal information: Display Open source licences, To check for a software update: Google legal, Samsung legal, and License settings information. 1. From the (Settings) screen, tap About device • Device name: Modify your device’s name.
  • Page 173: Section 9: Health And Safety Information

    Section 9: Health and Safety Information The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published This device is capable of operating in Wi-Fi™ mode in the information for consumers relating to Radio Frequency (RF) 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. The FCC requires that devices exposure from wireless phones.
  • Page 174 mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects While RF energy does not ionize particles, large amounts can (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not increase body temperatures and cause tissue damage. Two produce heating effects causes no known adverse health areas of the body, the eyes and the testes, are particularly effects.
  • Page 175 Risk of Brain Cancer from Exposure to Radio Results of this study did NOT show that cell phones caused Frequency Fields in Childhood and Adolescence brain cancer. In this study, most people had no increased risk (MOBI-KIDS) of brain cancer from using cell phones. For people with the heaviest use of cell phones (an average of more than ½...
  • Page 176 Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other Cell Phone Industry Actions Accessories Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA Steps to Reduce Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the cell phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: If there is a risk from being exposed to radio frequency •...
  • Page 177 Children and Cell Phones Because there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from cell phones, there is no reason to believe that The scientific evidence does not show a danger to any users hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used for of cell phones from RF exposure, including children and convenience and comfort.
  • Page 178: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Certification Information

    Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Certification Information http://www.epa.gov/radtown/wireless-tech.html. • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Your wireless mobile device is a radio transmitter and http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/. receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the (Note: This web address is case sensitive.) exposure limits for Radio Frequency (RF) energy set by the •...
  • Page 179 The SAR information for this device can also be found on multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to Samsung’s website: http://www.samsung.com/sar. reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a SAR information on this and other model mobile devices can...
  • Page 180: Fcc Part 15 Information To User

    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from Samsung could void your authority to operate the device. that to which the receiver is connected. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 181: Battery Use And Safety

    Samsung is committed to promoting responsible Notice regarding legal restrictions on mounting this device in driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand an automobile: and address distractions. Laws in some states may prohibit mounting this device on or Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile devices near the windshield of an automobile.
  • Page 182 If the GALAXY and/or battery get wet, have them discontinue use and close all applications or turn off the device checked by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if until it cools. Always ensure that the phone has adequate they appear to be working properly.
  • Page 183: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling

    Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Samsung's warranty does not cover damage to the GALAXY For more information about recycling your GALAXY, go to: caused by non-Samsung-approved batteries and/or http://mobile.samsungusa.com/recycling/index.jsp...
  • Page 184: Display / Touch-Screen

    Display / Touch-Screen FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE Please note the following information when using your PROPERTY DAMAGE. mobile device: WARNING REGARDING DISPLAY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. The display on your mobile device is made of glass or acrylic and could break if your mobile device is DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR dropped or if it receives significant impact.
  • Page 185: Gps

    Your mobile device is a product of superior design and may be shared with third-parties, including your wireless craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The service provider, applications providers, Samsung, and other suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty third-parties providing services.
  • Page 186: Responsible Listening

    Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution. If the mobile device has a retractable camera Liquids of any kind lens, do not use soap and water to clean the lens. Use a Keep the mobile device dry.
  • Page 187 • high volume settings for long durations may lead to When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot permanent noise-induced hearing loss. This includes the use hear the people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to ®...
  • Page 188: Operating Environment

    You can obtain additional information on this subject from the National Institute for Occupational Safety following sources: and Health (NIOSH) 395 E Street, S.W., Suite 9200 American Academy of Audiology Patriots Plaza Building 11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20201 Reston, VA 20190 Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH Voice: (800) 222-2336...
  • Page 189 Using Your Mobile Device Near Other Electronic • Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of Devices your implantable medical device. If you have any questions about Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from Radio using your wireless mobile device with an implantable medical Frequency (RF) signals.
  • Page 190: Restricting Children's Access To Your Mobile Device

    Posted Facilities (such as propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy of this Switch your mobile device off in any facility where posted standard, contact the National Fire Protection Association. notices require you to do so. When your Device is Wet Potentially Explosive Environments Do not turn on your device if it is wet.
  • Page 191: Fcc Notice And Cautions

    Any changes or modifications to your mobile device not headset avoid using the headset in extremely dry environments or expressly approved by Samsung could void your warranty for touch a grounded unpainted metal object to discharge static this equipment and void your authority to operate this electricity before inserting the headset.
  • Page 192 • • Switch your mobile device off before boarding an aircraft. The use If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use the flash or of wireless mobile devices in aircraft is illegal and may be light close to the eyes of people or pets. [122011] dangerous to the aircraft's operation.
  • Page 193: Section 10: Warranty Information

    1 Year conjunction or connection with accessories, products, or Internal Batteries) ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper Case 90 Days testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or Other Tablet Accessories 1 Year adjustment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;...
  • Page 194 (iii) the battery has must return the Product to an authorized Tablet service been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG Tablet for facility in an adequate container for shipping, accompanied which it is specified.
  • Page 195 THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED WITH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. THE PRODUCT DISTRIBUTED BY SAMSUNG OR OTHERWISE. IN NO EVENT SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE QUALITY, CAPABILITIES, EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR FOR, OPERATIONS, PERFORMANCE AND SUITABILITY OF ANY WITHOUT LIMITATION, COMMERCIAL LOSS OF ANY SORT;...
  • Page 196 What is the procedure for resolving disputes? For any arbitration in which your total damage claims, ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM exclusive of attorney fees and expert witness fees, are THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION OR $5,000.00 or less (“Small Claim”), the arbitrator may, if you...
  • Page 197 You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure by If any portion of this Limited Warranty is held to be illegal or providing notice to SAMSUNG no later than 30 calendar days unenforceable, such partial illegality or unenforceability shall from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the...
  • Page 198: End User License Agreement For Software

    DO NOT ACCEPT THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE THE DEVICE OR 1301 E. Lookout Drive THE SOFTWARE. Richardson, Texas 75082 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Samsung grants you the following Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG rights provided that you comply with all terms and conditions Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357)
  • Page 199 Software. your device. This EULA applies to all and any component of 4. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that Samsung and its the Update that Samsung may provide to you or make affiliates may collect and use technical information gathered...
  • Page 200 Update, you must first be licensed have access to the internet and may be subject to for the Software identified by Samsung as eligible for the restrictions imposed by your network or internet provider. Update. After the Update, you may no longer use the Unless your device is connected to the internet through Wi-Fi Software that formed the basis for your Update eligibility.
  • Page 201 License will terminate automatically without MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION, notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, OBTAINED BY YOU FROM terms and conditions of this EULA. Upon termination of this...
  • Page 202 You agree that Samsung shall not be mobile device. Many of them require Samsung Services responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or membership registration ("Samsung Account"), and your...
  • Page 203 PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EVEN IF ANY REMEDY where you are a resident. Notwithstanding the foregoing, FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Samsung may apply for injunctive remedies (or an equivalent 14. U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERS RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The type of urgent legal relief) in any jurisdiction.
  • Page 204 Opt Out." You must include in the opt out e-mail (a) your part of any award, but may not grant Samsung its attorney name and address; (b) the date on which the device was fees, expert witness fees or costs unless it is determined that purchased;...
  • Page 205 Software, and you will continue to enjoy the benefits of this license. 17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software or any other subject matter covered by this EULA.
  • Page 206: Index

    Index Application Manager 148 Battery Use & Safety 175 downloaded apps 148 Blocking Mode 142 About Device 165 running services 149 Bluetooth 82 Accessibility Services 163 Applications pairing with a device 82 hearing settings 165 Google Mail 107 settings 137 mobility settings 165 Messages 113 turning on or off 82...
  • Page 207 Care and Maintenance 179 Device Draft Messages 52 Children and Cell Phones 171 back view 17 Drive 106 Chrome 105 features 14 CMAS 60 front view 15 Email Contacts locking and unlocking 13 combined view 64 creating 44 setting up 12 composing and sending 66 display options 46 status, legal information,...
  • Page 208 Music 121 Groups Navigation 119 adding members 49 G+ Photos 107 Play Magazines 120 creating 48 Galaxy Tab Accessories 13 Play Movies & TV 120 deleting 49 Gallery 73 Play Store 124 removing members 49 sharing photos and video 77 Search 107 renaming 49 viewing photos and video 74...
  • Page 209 Gmail 66 Messages App Infrared Blaster 16 Maps 112 adding a signature 59 Memo 112 adding attachments 54 Memory Card 8 Keyboards and Input Methods 155 additional text 55 formatting 88 Keys 21 block unknown senders 60 installing 8 back 21 composing options 53 mounting 87 home 21...
  • Page 210 allowed devices 92 sharing 77 changing password 91 taking 68 Namecards connecting 91 Play Books 119 sending 47 MAC FIltering 92 Play Magazines 120 Navigating Your Device 21 Mobile Networks 138 Play Movies & TV 120 Navigation Mouse/Trackpad Play Store 124 screen 21 settings 158 quick access 93...
  • Page 211 Smart Practices While Driving 174 Certification Information 172 entering text 37 Smart Switch 14 Speech handwriting 40 Software Update 166 settings 158 Samsung Mobile Products and Sound Settings Recycling 177 notifications 143 Screen Capture 36 system 143 Search volume 143...
  • Page 212 132 handwriting 40 Windows Media Player 86 changing channels 131 input methods 36 USB Tethering 89 help 132 using Samsung Keyboard 37 activating 89 initial configuration 130 Text Templates 63 User Manual 5 locating programs 132 create your own 63...
  • Page 213 Wi-Fi 78 adding a connection manually 79 scanning and connecting 79 settings 136 turning on or off 78 Wi-Fi Direct 25 Windows Media Player synchronizing with 86 Wireless Networking Bluetooth 82 Wi-Fi 78 World Clock 133 WPA2 PSK 90 XT9 Predictive Text 156 YouTube 134 high quality 135 settings 134...

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