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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2: 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 3: Legal Notices

    Some software components of this product, including All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’, or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its incorporate source code covered under GNU General respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile...
  • Page 4 Modification of Software WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE NOT LIMITED TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS, OR YOUR PURPOSE OR USE;...
  • Page 5 ” (Samsung Approved For Enterprise) ™ ™ ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS is a mark for a Samsung device which has been FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, INTEROPERABILITY tested against Samsung’s own internal criteria for OR NON-INFRINGEMENT, WITH RESPECT interoperability with certain third party security-related TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY solutions for MDM and VPN.
  • Page 6 Do you have questions about your provider or user. For samsung.com/us/safe, available on the web and where Samsung smartphones and Samsung Mobile Device? mobile devices are sold. [051214] For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) Samsung Telecommunications at samsung.com/us/support.
  • Page 7 Online Legal Information The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at samsung.com. Legal Notices...
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Calculator ..............49 ............1 Calendar ................50 Front View ................2 Camera and Video ............52 Back View ................3 Clock ................56 Assemble Your Device ..........5 Email ................58 Set Up Your Device ............8 Gallery ................60 Set Up Accounts on Your Device .......9 Music Player ..............63 My Files ................66 Know Your Device...
  • Page 9 Ethernet Connection ...........89 Private Mode .............. 121 Nearby Devices ............90 Location Services ............. 122 Screen Mirroring ............91 Security ............... 124 View Your Verizon Account ........92 Finger Scanner ............127 Sound Settings .............93 Language and Input Devices ........129 Display Settings ............97 Backup and Reset ............
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started This manual documents default settings. If you select other settings, steps may be different.
  • Page 11: Front View

    Front View Proximity Sensor Front Camera Headset Jack Speaker Speaker microSD Card Slot SIM Card Slot Recent Apps Back Home/ Fingerprint Scanner Getting Started Front View...
  • Page 12: Back View

    Back View Infrared Blaster Volume Power/Lock Camera Flash USB Charger/ Accessory Port Microphone Getting Started Back View...
  • Page 13 • Here are some key features found on Microphone: Records audio and detects voice commands. your device. • Power/Lock: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, or press to lock or wake up the screen. • Back: Press to return to the previous screen, or to Press and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
  • Page 14: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device Your device come with the SIM cad already installed. Your device also supports a removable microSD or microSDHC memory card (sold separately). Optional: Replacing the SIM Card If you need to replace the SIM card: When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are 1.
  • Page 15: Install A Memory Card

    You can use the device while charging. 6. Close the SIM card slot cover. Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices. Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device Samsung accessories are designed to maximize will not detect the SIM card.
  • Page 16 When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off. ► For a quick check of your battery level, glance at the battery charge indicator located in the upper- right corner of your device’s display. A solid color ( ) indicates a full charge.
  • Page 17: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On and Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turning the Device On your device. To set a personal screen lock, use the ► Press and hold the Power/Lock until the device Screen lock option.
  • Page 18: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Hangouts, and the Google Play Store. When you turn To create a Samsung account, or set up your on your device for the first time, set up a connection Samsung account on your device, use Accounts with your existing Google account, or create a new settings.
  • Page 19: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device This section outlines some Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad key features of your device of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using and describes the screen and excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the icons as they appear when the...
  • Page 20: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notifications Icons Status Bar Status Icons Widgets Shortcuts Home Screen Indicator Apps Screen Know Your Device Home Screen...
  • Page 21 • Here are some features of the Notifications Icons: Displays new emails, notifications, available software updates, and so on. Home screen. • Status Icons: Display information about the device, such as the network signal strength, battery level, • App Shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite the time, and so on.
  • Page 22: Manage Home Screens

    Manage Home Screens The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Your device comes with multiple home screens by default, and you can add more screens. You can also rearrange the home screens in a different order. Customize your home screen 1.
  • Page 23: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts Widgets You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen. home screen. Unlike a shortcut, a widget operates right on the home screen. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, browser Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many...
  • Page 24: Change The Wallpaper

    • Folders To delete a folder, touch and hold the folder until it detaches, and then drag it to Remove and Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. release. • More options to change the folder’s color Adding Folders scheme.
  • Page 25: Status Bar

    Status Bar Touchscreen Navigation Swipe or Slide To swipe, lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. • Unlock the screen. Lightly tap items to select or launch them. • • Scroll through the home screen or a menu. Tap the onscreen keyboard to enter characters or text.
  • Page 26: Touchscreen Navigation

    Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread with your hand. You can also use Smart pause, to have the device pause video playback when “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger, or you look away from the screen. “spread” by moving your fingers apart. •...
  • Page 27: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Device Status Icons home screen provides device Vibrate mode is enabled. information (such as network status and battery charge) on the right side Mute mode is enabled. and notification alerts on the left. Wi-Fi is active.
  • Page 28 Notification Icons New Gmail has arrived. New email has arrived. Connected to a computer using a USB cable. Know Your Device Status Bar...
  • Page 29: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Volume Clear all notifications Tap notification to launch app Know Your Device Notification Panel...
  • Page 30: Quick Settings

    Quick Settings Notification icons display on the Status Bar displaying calendar In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel also provides quick access to device functions such as events, device status, and more. For Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, allowing you to quickly turn them details about these notifications, on or off.
  • Page 31: Notification Panel Settings

    Mobile Hotspot Use your device as a Mobile Hotspot to share Wi-Fi with up to five devices. For more information, see Mobile Hotspot. ► To view additional Quick settings, tap View all > Mobile hotspot. Notification Panel Settings To customize the Notification Panel, see Notification Panel.
  • Page 32: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multi Window Tray Window Controls Tray Controls Know Your Device Multi Window...
  • Page 33: Using Multi Window

    Using Multi Window Multi task by using multiple applications at the same time. After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run multiple apps at the same time. Note: Only apps located on the Multi Window tray can Activate Multi Window be used together.
  • Page 34: Window Controls

    Window Controls Customize Multi Window Select an application window and tap in the middle You can customize Multi window to suit your of the windows. preferences. Window Controls Create a Window Group Open a recently-used application in the If you like to use two apps together in Multi window selected window.
  • Page 35 Multi Window Settings Change the Order of Apps in the Multi Window Tray Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 1. Tap the Multi window tab to display the tray. 2. Tap Multi window for options: • 2. Tap an hold an app, drag it to a new position in the Tap Open in multi window view to automatically tray and then drop it.
  • Page 36: Entering Text

    Touch and hold to access keyboard settings and advanced keyboard features: Google Voice Typing Configure the Samsung Keyboard Use your handwriting to enter text Customize the Samsung Keyboard. For more information, see Samsung Keyboard Settings. Access the clipboard Know Your Device...
  • Page 37: Using Google Voice Typing

    Using Google Voice Typing Access keyboard settings Instead of typing, speak your text input. Insert emoticons Change the layout of the keyboard 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice Typing. 2. Speak your text. Configure Google Voice Typing To customize Google Voice Typing, see Google Voice Typing Settings.
  • Page 38 Using Swype Enabling and Configuring Swype To enable the Swype keyboard while entering text: Swype is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter 1. Touch the top of the screen and swipe downward to letter, lifting your finger between words.
  • Page 39: Applications

    Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
  • Page 40: Apps Screen

    Apps Screen Accessing Applications Uninstall or Disable Apps 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install. Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. 2. Tap an application’s icon to launch it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
  • Page 41: Customize The Apps Screen

    Customize the Apps Screen Apps Screen Options Apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Choosing a View More options for these options: 2. Tap The Apps icons can be arranged in various ways. • Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag it 1.
  • Page 42 • GALAXY Essentials: Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung Apps. From Galaxy Essentials, you can access and download a collection of premium content, free of charge. • Help: View information on using your device.
  • Page 43: Google Applications

    Google Applications Gmail Enjoy these applications from Google. Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email. Note: Certain applications require a Google account. Visit gmail.com to learn more. Visit google.com to learn more. Google Chrome Search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the Use Chrome to browse the Internet and device as well.
  • Page 44: Google Settings

    Google Settings Hangouts Quickly and easily change Google app Hangouts is an online place to meet friends settings to suit your preferences. and family, share photos, and host video calls. Conversation logs are automatically Note: You must be signed in to the saved to a Chats area in your Gmail application in which you want to configure.
  • Page 45: Play Books

    Play Books Play Movies & TV With Google Play Books, you can find more Watch movies and TV shows purchased than 3 million free e-books and hundreds of from Google Play. You can stream them thousands more to buy in the eBookstore. instantly, or download them for viewing when you’re not connected to the Internet.
  • Page 46: Play Newsstand

    Play Newsstand YouTube Subscribe to your favorite magazines so View and upload YouTube videos, right from you can have them available to read on your device. your device at your leisure. Visit youtube.com to learn more. Visit play.google.com/store/newsstand learn more. Play Store All your favorite apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and...
  • Page 47: Verizon Applications

    Verizon Applications Verizon Messages Enjoy these applications from Verizon Wireless. (Message+) Use Verizon Messages to send text Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid messages at a whole new level. Draw on subscription. Visit verizonwireless.com to learn more, or pictures, share locations in real time, send contact your service provider for additional information.
  • Page 48 Redbox Instant Play movies instantly from Verizon’s streaming movie service. VZ Navigator Use VZ Navigator to find, share and navigate to millions of locations, avoid traffic and drive, or walk with ease. Applications Verizon Applications...
  • Page 49: Other Applications

    Other Applications Amazon Businessweek+ Shop at Amazon.com from your device. Read Bloomberg Businessweek+ weekly for all the content of the print edition of the Visit Amazon.com to learn more. magazine along with exclusive content and interactive features that enrich the reading Amazon Kindle experience.
  • Page 50: Hancom Office Viewer

    Discover and enjoy highly interactive top and drop files, type text messages on your brand magazines, all in one place. Explore keyboard, and much more. high-quality previews of each magazine, Visit samsung.com/us/sidesync to learn and then purchase and download your more. favorites. Applications...
  • Page 51 WebEx Schedule, host, and attend meetings. View shared content and see who’s in the meeting. Meet face-to-face with two-way video. Join Cisco WebEx Training Center meetings. Visit webex.com to learn more. Applications Other Applications...
  • Page 52: Accounts And Contacts

    Google, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Email, Facebook, and your Samsung Accounts > Add account. account. 2. Select an account provider, then follow the prompts to enter your credentials and sign in.
  • Page 53: Adding A Contact

    2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters to choose a label for the field. find contacts that match. 3. Tap Save. 3. Tap a letter on the side of the list to go directly to that letter in the alphabetical list. Samsung Applications Accounts and Contacts...
  • Page 54: Edit A Contact

    2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap  More options > Share name card via. 3. Tap beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact. 3. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts. Samsung Applications Accounts and Contacts...
  • Page 55: Delete Contacts

    3. Tap More options > Add shortcut to home. Mark Contacts as Favorites Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap  Favorite (turns bright Samsung Applications Accounts and Contacts...
  • Page 56 • Tap Group name to enter a name for the new group. 4. Tap Add member and select contact(s) to add to the new group, and then tap Done. 5. Tap Save. Samsung Applications Accounts and Contacts...
  • Page 57: Delete A Group

    Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 2. Tap the Groups tab. 3. Tap More options > Delete groups. 4. Select groups to delete and tap Done. Samsung Applications Accounts and Contacts...
  • Page 58: Calculator

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calculator. 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. 4. Enter the next number. 5. To view the result, tap the = (equals) key. Samsung Applications Calculator...
  • Page 59: Calendar

    Apps >  Calendar. setting. 3. Enter details for the event or task, and then tap More options > 2. Tap to view an event or task. Tap Done. Share via, select a sharing method, and follow the prompts. Samsung Applications Calendar...
  • Page 60 Calendar Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar. 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Samsung Applications Calendar...
  • Page 61: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Current Shooting Mode Current flash mode, storage location, and shots remaining Switch between the front and back cameras Record video Quick settings Take a picture Change shooting mode Camera settings View pictures and videos in the Gallery Samsung Applications Camera and Video...
  • Page 62: Taking Photos

    HDR (Rich tone): Take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. • Dual camera: Take photos and record videos using the front and rear cameras at the same time. A variety of picture-in-picture styles are available. Samsung Applications Camera and Video...
  • Page 63: Camera Settings

    It is measured in film-camera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or • Download: Download additional shooting modes brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for fast- from the Samsung Apps store. moving or poorly-lit objects. • Metering modes: Select a metering method. Camera Settings This determines how light values are calculated.
  • Page 64 White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life color range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. Samsung Applications Camera and Video...
  • Page 65: Clock

    Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play for the alarm. • Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm. Samsung Applications Clock...
  • Page 66: Delete An Alarm

    Choose a time interval and a tone to use with smart alarm. • Name: Enter a name for the alarm. 3. Tap Save. Delete an Alarm Apps > Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Touch and hold an alarm, and then tap  Delete. Samsung Applications Clock...
  • Page 67: Email

    • Combined view: View all email in a combined – or – inbox. For additional accounts, tap More options > • <Account Name>: View email for only this Settings > Add account. account. Samsung Applications Email...
  • Page 68: Email Settings

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 4. Tap an account to configure specific settings. 2. Tap More options > Settings. Available options depend on the account. 3. Tap the account you want to delete, and then tap Delete account. Samsung Applications Email...
  • Page 69: Gallery

    Trimming Segments of a Video image. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video. Samsung Applications Gallery...
  • Page 70: Editing Images

    More options > Delete, select items to delete, and Crop: Resize the frame to crop and save the then tap Done. image in it. • Tip: When viewing an image full screen, tap  Delete. Rename: Rename the file. Samsung Applications Gallery...
  • Page 71: Sharing Images

    Share to send them to 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. others or share them via social network services. 4. Tap More options > Add account to add a Samsung, Google, or Facebook account. Samsung Applications Gallery...
  • Page 72: Music Player

    Adding Music to a Playlist begin playback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Music. 2. Tap the Playlists tab. • Tap a playlist name, and then tap  Add tracks. • Select music files to add. 3. Tap Done. Samsung Applications Music Player...
  • Page 73 2. Tap the Playlists tab. grid. 3. Tap a playlist. • Remove: Delete the music file. 4. Tap More options > Edit title. • Settings: Change your Music settings. 5. Enter a new title for the playlist. Samsung Applications Music Player...
  • Page 74 Touch and hold to fast-forward the song. Tap to go to next song. Assign the current song as a Favorite. Lists the current playlist songs. Plays the entire song list once. Replays the current list when the list ends. Samsung Applications Music Player...
  • Page 75: My Files

    CATEGORIES: View files sorted by their types. Scan for nearby devices: Search for devices • that have media sharing activated. APPS: View files stored or created in specific • applications. Display options: Change the file manager settings. Samsung Applications My Files...
  • Page 76: Additional Functions

    FAVORITE FOLDER. • Add shortcut to home screen: Add a shortcut to a file or folder to the Home screen. • Zip: Create a Zip file of the selected items. • Details: View file or folder details. Samsung Applications My Files...
  • Page 77: S Voice

    Apps >  S Voice. 2. Speak a command. 3. Tap the microphone icon if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command. Tip: Tap More options for example commands and to view a tutorial. Samsung Applications S Voice...
  • Page 78: Video Player

    2. Tap a video to view it. 3. Tap to continue playing the video in a floating window. • Drag the window to any location on the screen. • Use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize the floating window. Samsung Applications Video Player...
  • Page 79: Watchon

    WatchON Configure Your Device as a Use the Samsung WatchON application to use your device as a remote control for your TV, set top box, Remote DVR, Blu-Ray/DVD, stereo or other device. Note: Before initiating use, verify you have an active 1.
  • Page 80: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.
  • Page 81: About Settings

    About Settings • Accessing Settings Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping the ON/OFF button to turn the option ON or ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. OFF . • – or – For some options, you must tap a field, such as Email address, to display and set options.
  • Page 82: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. device from all networks and turns off 2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to enable or disable the option. connectivity features such as Wi-Fi. Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the Device options menu.
  • Page 83: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Scanning and Connect to a Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks Wi-Fi Network (WLAN). Communication requires 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. access to a Wireless Access Point 2.
  • Page 84 Wi-Fi Status Indicators 3. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network: • Tap Network SSID to enter the name of the The following icons show your current Wi-Fi Wi-Fi network. connection status at a glance: • Tap the Security field and select a security Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, option.
  • Page 85: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Smart network switch: Automatically switch between mobile data and Wi-Fi to maintain a The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of stable Internet connection. your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. Install certificates: Install authentication 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 86: Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
  • Page 87: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Changing Your Device’s Name Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that Device names are used to identify devices during pairing, and when using Wi-Fi Direct or other Wi-Fi allows you to connect wirelessly to a based features. This is the name others will use when number of Bluetooth devices, such pairing with your device via Bluetooth.
  • Page 88: Scan For Bluetooth Devices

    Making Your Device Visible to Scan for Bluetooth Devices Other Bluetooth Devices When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 89: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish operations may be different, and functions such as trusted connections between your device and another transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth device.
  • Page 90 Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices will no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you’d need to pair the devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap next to the previously paired device, and then tap Unpair to delete the paired device.
  • Page 91: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. 3. Tap More options for other options: • Data roaming: Allow data roaming on your Note: Your service provider may account for data usage device. differently. • Restrict background data: Restrict some 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 92: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks • Set options for network selection and Roaming: (Not configurable) Current roaming status. data service. • Signal strength: (Not configurable) Current signal strength. Caution: Depending on your service plan, changes • Network mode: Choose a preferred network you make to mobile networks settings may incur extra charges.
  • Page 93: Mobile Hotspot

    Mobile Hotspot Use Mobile Hotspot to share your Turn Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot On or Off device’s Internet connection with Activate your device’s Mobile Hotspot application to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet other devices using your device as a connection.
  • Page 94 Connect a Device to Your Allowed Device List Mobile Hotspot Control whether devices connect to your Mobile Hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your devices to the list, they can scan for your device and device’s Mobile Hotspot.
  • Page 95 Change the Mobile HotSpot Turn Off Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot Password Automatically Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > Set your device to automatically turn off Mobile Wi-Fi More networks > Mobile Hotspot. hotspot if there are no connected device. 1.
  • Page 96: Tethering

    Tethering Use Tethering to share your device’s Note: Using Mobile Broadband Connect tethering requires a subscription to Mobile Hotspot/Mobile internet connection with a computer Broadband Connect service. For information, contact that connects to your device with a Verizon Wireless. USB cable or by Bluetooth. 1.
  • Page 97: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > More networks > VPN. You must set a screen lock PIN or password 2. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap before setting up a VPN.
  • Page 98: Ethernet Connection

    Ethernet Connection Manage your Ethernet connection. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > More networks. 2. Tap Ethernet and follow the prompts to connect to an Ethernet network. Settings Ethernet Connection...
  • Page 99: Nearby Devices

    Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby 3. Set the following options: • devices via Wi-Fi. Content to share: Select the content to share. Choices are: Videos, Photos, and Music. • Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can Allowed devices: Indicate the devices access your data.
  • Page 100: Screen Mirroring

    Screen Mirroring Share your device’s screen with another device. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > More settings > Screen Mirroring. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring. Available devices are listed. • Tap Scan to find more devices. 3.
  • Page 101: View Your Verizon Account

    View Your Verizon Account View your Verizon account and data plan information. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > More networks > View Verizon Account. Settings View Your Verizon Account...
  • Page 102: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Configure the sounds and vibrations 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. used to indicate notifications, screen 2. Tap Sound > Sound mode, and then choose a mode: touches, and other activities. • Sound: Your device uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you’ve chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
  • Page 103: Adjust The Volume

    Adjust the Volume Set the Vibration Intensity Set the system volume level, and set default volume for Set the level for vibration to accompany notifications notifications and other media. and feedback for your screen touches, also known as haptic feedback. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
  • Page 104: Change The Notifications Sound

    Change the Notifications Sound Set the Screen Lock Sound Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new Play a sound when you unlock the screen. messages and event reminders. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 105: Set Samsung Keyboard Sounds

    Set Notification Sounds for Set Samsung Keyboard Sounds Samsung Applications Set the keyboard sounds. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. Set your applications’ notification sound settings. 2. Tap Sound for options: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings.
  • Page 106: Display Settings

    Display Settings Change the Font Style and Size Adjust the Screen Brightness You can set the font style and size for all text that Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings, displays on the screen. or to your personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power.
  • Page 107: Screen Rotation

    Screen Rotation Set the Screen Timeout Delay Set the screen to rotate when the device is rotated Choose how long the display screen remains lit after (landscape or portrait). you tap the screen or press any key. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 108: Reading Mode

    Reading Mode Daydream (Screen Saver) Optimize the screen for reading with selected The Daydream setting controls what the screen applications. displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 109 • Increase the Touch Sensitivity Photo table: Display pictures in a photo table. Settings for options. of the Screen • Tap Preview to see a demonstration of Daydream. Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when wearing gloves. 1.
  • Page 110: Wallpaper

    Wallpaper Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
  • Page 111: Lock Screen

    Lock Screen Choose settings for unlocking your Swipe Options screen. These options are available when Swipe is selected: • Lock screen card: Display up-to-date Apps >  1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. information on your lock screen. • 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock to select a screen Clock widget options: Set the size of the Clock lock and level of security: widget that is displayed on your Home screens,...
  • Page 112 • Pattern Options Auto factory reset: Reset the device to its factory settings (erasing all data files and These options are available when Pattern is selected: downloaded apps) if the pattern is drawn • incorrectly ten times. Lock screen card: Display up-to-date information on your lock screen.
  • Page 113 • Lock instantly with power key: Use this option to enable the Lock screen when the Power key is pressed. If this option is not enabled, the screen dims or brightens when the Power key is pressed. • Auto factory reset: Reset the device to its factory settings (erasing all data files and downloaded apps) if the pattern is drawn incorrectly ten times.
  • Page 114: Multi Window Settings

    Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. To activate Multi window: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 1. Tap Multi window. 2. Tap ON/OFF. For more information, see Multi Window. Settings Multi Window Settings...
  • Page 115: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Customize which Quick setting The following options are available: • buttons appear on the Notification Tap Brightness and volume to be able to adjust the screen brightness and volume from the Panel. You can also customize which Notification Panel. apps appear on the Recommended •...
  • Page 116 Recommended Applications When you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones, the Notification panel can display shortcut to your favorite related apps, such as Music Player or Google Play Music. To customize which shortcuts appear on the Recommended apps menu: 1.
  • Page 117: Toolbox

    Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, giving you quick access to your favorite apps. To activate the Toolbox: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Toolbox. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable the feature. 4.
  • Page 118: Storage And Memory Card

    Storage and Memory Card View the device memory and usage, To increase available memory: 1. Tap Cached data to clear all cached data for all or mount, unmount, or format an apps. optional memory card (not included). 2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary files (or tap Select all), and then tap Delete.
  • Page 119 Memory Card (SD Card) Mount a Memory Card When you install a memory card (not included), it is Once a memory card (not included) has been installed automatically mounted (connected to the device) and in your device, the card memory displays as Total prepared for use.
  • Page 120: Remove A Memory Card

    Remove a Memory Card Formatting a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored Warning: When formatting an memory card (not on the memory card (not included), unmount the card included), you will want to backup your music and photo before removing it from the device.
  • Page 121: Battery

    Battery • View how battery power is used for Battery Chart: Display the amount of time the battery has been used. device activities. • Apps and OS Usage: Battery usage displays in percentages per application. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings.
  • Page 122: Power Saving Mode

    Power Saving Mode Conserve battery power by 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. automatically adjusting the screen 2. Tap Power saving for options: brightness, limiting the performance • Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to enable. Tap Power saving mode to select options. of the CPU, and other power •...
  • Page 123: Application Manager And Default Applications

    Application Manager and Default Applications Use the Application manager to Memory Usage manage the system requirements See how memory is being used by Downloaded or Running applications. of your applications. You can also Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings.
  • Page 124 • Downloaded Clear data: Clear application data from memory. • Clear cache: Clear an application’s temporary Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. memory storage. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > • Clear defaults: Clear an application’s Applications >...
  • Page 125: Running Services

    SD Card Running Services View and control services running on your device. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your memory card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.
  • Page 126: Default Applications

    Default Applications Applications Settings Shortcuts Set and manage your default applications. Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. To quickly access the settings for Calendar, Contacts, 2.
  • Page 127: Blocking Mode

    Blocking Mode Turn off notifications for selected features. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 2. Tap Blocking mode. Tap ON/OFF to enable. 3. Configure options: • Tap Turn off notifications to block all notifications. • Tap Turn off alarm to block all alarms. •...
  • Page 128: Users

    Users Set Up User Profiles Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User accounts. Users Set up user profiles and then select one when unlocking the device to use personalized settings. have their own space, which they 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 129: Use User Profiles

    Use User Profiles Change User Account Nicknames and Photo IDs To access the device with a user profile, select a profile at the top right of the locked screen. The photo and name each user uses in their personal Contact entry (listed under ME at the top of their Contacts list) is used as their User ID and name.
  • Page 130: Private Mode

    Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.
  • Page 131: Location Services

    Location Services • Some apps, such as Google maps, GPS only: Use GPS only. may require one or more location Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. Tap an services be turned on for full entry to view its settings.
  • Page 132 My Places You can save your favorite locations for use with services that require location information. This information can improve your search results and other location-related activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Location. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Location services. 3.
  • Page 133: Security

    Security Lock Your SIM Card Secure your device and protect your data with Security settings. Prevent another user from accessing information stored on your SIM card by requiring a PIN (Personal Identification Number) code. Encrypt Your Data Your device will ask for a PIN number each time you access data stored on the SIM card.
  • Page 134: Device Administration

    • Send security reports: Send security reports to • Unknown sources: Enable installation of Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. non-Google Play applications. • Verify apps: Block or warn before installing apps that may cause harm. Warning: Enabling installation of third-party applications can cause your device and personal data to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
  • Page 135: Credential Storage

    Credential Storage Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Security for options: •...
  • Page 136: Finger Scanner

    2. Tap Finger Scanner > Fingerprint manager • verify your identity when logging in to Follow the instructions to register a fingerprint and password. your Samsung account. • To rename a fingerprint, touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap •...
  • Page 137: Additional Settings

    Screen lock: Change your Screen lock and access Screen lock settings. For more password information, see Lock Screen. 3. Enter your fingerprint or password. • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account. Settings Finger Scanner...
  • Page 138: Language And Input Devices

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Language and input. 3. Tap next to Samsung keyboard for options: Set Your Default Language • Select input languages: Choose which Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings.
  • Page 139: Google Voice Typing Settings

    Swype Keyboard Settings Google Voice Typing Settings Configure options for using the Swype keyboard. Speak rather than type your text entries using Google Voice Typing. Apps > 1. From Home, tap  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.
  • Page 140: Voice Search

    2. Tap Language and input > Text‑to‑speech bar or widget. Or say “OK Google” to launch a Google options: search (if the hotword detection option is enabled). • Select between the Samsung and Goggle 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. text-to-speech engines. Tap next to each 2.
  • Page 141 Mouse/Trackpad Settings Configure settings for using an optional mouse or trackpad (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Language and input for options: • Mouseover: Show more information when you move the pointer over items on the screen. Preview and icon labels: Show previews, progress information, speed dial information and icon labels.
  • Page 142: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Factory Data Reset Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its Return your device to its factory defaults. factory defaults. Warning: This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and Backup and Restore...
  • Page 143 Reset Your System Settings Reset your system settings back to their defaults. Warning: This action returns your device to its factory default settings. This will not affect your downloaded apps, personal data, your security settings, language settings, account settings, or your default application settings.
  • Page 144: Motions

    Motions Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Motions. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: • Mute/pause: Mute or pause sounds and video by covering the screen or turning over the device.
  • Page 145: Accounts

    Google Account, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Accounts. Samsung account, email, and social 2. Tap an account type. networking accounts. 3. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that account. Depending on the account, you can •...
  • Page 146: Date And Time Settings

    Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. date and time information from the 2. Tap Date and time. wireless network. 3. Set the date, time, time zone, time format, and date format.
  • Page 147: Accessibility

    Accessibility • Accessibility services are special Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter selection instead of double tapping. features that make using the device • Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud easier for those with certain physical as you enter your passwords. disabilities.
  • Page 148 More Settings • • Direct Access: Open your accessibility settings Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung by pressing the Home Key three times in quick subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap succession. Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. •...
  • Page 149: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Accessories for options: • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices (not included).
  • Page 150: Printing

    Printing Print to Samsung and other printers (not included). Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > Printing. 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug‑in to install additional print service drivers. Settings Printing...
  • Page 151: About Your Device

    • Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information. • Legal information: Display open source licenses, Google legal information, and Samsung legal information. • Device name: View and change your device’s name. Settings About Your Device...
  • Page 152: Software Update

    Software Update Use Software update to update your device’s software. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 2. Tap Software update. 3. Tap Check for new software update to check for available software updates to download and install. Settings Software Update...

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