Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 User Manual

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    T A B L E T User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
  • Page 3 Trademarks of the SD Card Association. Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for Google, the Google logo, Android, the Android security with enterprise use in mind. Additional logo, Google Play, Gmail, Google Mail, Google licensing fee may be required.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Settings ............. 1 ................51 Front View How to Use Settings ................2 ..........52 Back View Wi-Fi Settings ................3 ..............53 Assemble Your Device Bluetooth ..........4 ................55 Set Up Your Device Airplane Mode ............6 ...............57 Set Up Accounts on Your Device Mobile Hotspot and Tethering...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
  • Page 6: Front View

    Front View Front camera Light sensor Power key Volume key Microphone Memory card slot SIM card slot Recent Back Home key and Finger scanner Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on •...
  • Page 7: Back View

    Back View Rear camera Simple clicker Simple clicker Speaker Speaker USB charger/ Headset jack Accessory port Headset jack: Connect an optional headset • (not included). Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos. • Simple clicker: These retractable circles • securely attach optional covers (not included) to your device.
  • Page 8: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to Caution: Exercise care when using the metallic removal tool to eject the internal SIM card slot. assemble your device. 1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM tray, and push until the tray pops out. Install the SIM Card 2.
  • Page 9: Charge The Battery

    Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging ► For a quick check of your battery level, view devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are the battery charge indicator located in the designed to maximize battery life. Using other upper-right corner of your device’s display. A...
  • Page 10: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power key until the device starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off screen times out.
  • Page 11: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, Google Account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings.
  • Page 12: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...
  • Page 13: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notification icons Status bar Status icons Widget App folder Home screen indicator Apps list App shortcuts App folder: For your convenience, there are Notification icons: Displays new messages and • • several applications that are grouped into folders emails, notifications, available software updates, on the main Home screen.
  • Page 14: Manage Home Screens

    Wallpapers The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or Customize your Home screen by adding application choose from preloaded wallpapers. shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers.
  • Page 15: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts Manage and Use Folders 1. From a Home screen, tap a folder to open it and You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from access the shortcuts inside. any Home screen. Tap Enter folder name to enter a name for the •...
  • Page 16: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device New email has arrived. information (such as network New Gmail has arrived. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Download of a file or app is in progress. alerts on the left.
  • Page 17: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Learn the basics for how to Drag navigate through your device, To drag, touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. and basics for how to customize Add a shortcut to a Home screen. screens by editing, sharing, and •...
  • Page 18: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Edit Quick settings Settings Manage users Quick settings Screen brightness Notification card Clear notifications Clear notifications: Tap to clear all notifications. •...
  • Page 19: Quick Settings

    Quick Settings Quick Connect In addition to notifications, the Notification panel Search for nearby devices automatically to connect also provides quick access to device functions such to them quickly and easily. as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. 1.
  • Page 20: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window controls You can also launch recently used apps directly into Activate Multi Window Multi window view: Apps that support Multi window display together on 1. Tap  Recent. a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and 2.
  • Page 21: Window Controls

    Window Controls Select an application window and tap  Control in the middle of the window to display the window controls. Control Buttons Switch windows: Switch the positions of two Multi window applications. Drag and drop content: Move items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another.
  • Page 22: Enter Text

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Options key  Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Special Keys Tap to insert numbers and symbols. Tap to insert letters. Touch and hold the Options key to: Use Google Voice Typing.
  • Page 23 Use Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, speak your text input. To enable Google Voice Typing: 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice Typing. You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to find it.
  • Page 24: Applications

    Applications The Apps list displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps are listed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
  • Page 25: Apps List

    3. Tap the app you want to enable, and tap ENABLE. The app displays again in the Apps list. Galaxy Apps: View and download • For more information, see Disabled Services. Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to learn more. Applications Apps List...
  • Page 26 Organize Your Apps Manage and Use Folders Apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap The Apps icons can be organized in folders and listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. 2. Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts inside.
  • Page 27: Google Apps

    Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Google Now Google Now works in the background to Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. collect information you regularly look up Visit google.com to learn more. and organize it into convenient cards that display when you need them.
  • Page 28: Play Music

    Photos This application automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google+ account. Visit google.com/+/learnmore/photos learn more. Play Movies & TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can stream them instantly, or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet.
  • Page 29: Other Applications

    Skype Samsung+ Use free Skype to hold video and voice Get live help, discover new features, and calls, as well as send instant messages to unlock promotions for your Samsung anyone around the world. device. Word SideSync 3.0 The Microsoft Word app provides a core...
  • Page 30: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation 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.
  • Page 31: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your calendar events Share an Event and tasks. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Calendar. 2. Tap an event to view it. Calendar View 3. Tap SHARE and tap a sharing format. To choose a calendar view: 4.
  • Page 32 Delete a Task 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar. 2. Tap TASKS. 3. Tap the checkbox by the task to mark it as complete and remove it from the calendar. 4. To delete the task permanently, tap the task to open it, tap DELETE, and then confirm by tapping DELETE again.
  • Page 33: Camera

    Camera Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Effect Gallery Record video Timer Take a picture Picture size Switch cameras Camera Shooting settings modes Camera settings: Tap to change camera settings. • Take Pictures Effect: Tap to add an effect before taking a photo •...
  • Page 34: Camera Settings

    3. If desired, before taking the photo, you can tap Front camera icons to access various camera options and Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various • settings. You can also touch the screen to move effects, such as an airbrushed effect. the focus field to the area you touch.
  • Page 35 Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. • Help: View information on using the camera. • Rear camera Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake. • Anti-shake helps to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving. Front camera Gesture control: Detect palm and •...
  • Page 36: Clock

    Clock The Clock app offers features for OPTIONS: Tap to view and set the following • options: keeping track of time and setting Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm uses alarms. sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to alert you. 1.
  • Page 37: World Clock

    World Clock Timer The world clock lets you keep track of the current The timer provides a countdown timer for up to time in multiple cities around the globe. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 38: Contacts

    Email, Facebook, and your Choose a storage account for the contact. You • Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and Contact photo to assign a picture to •...
  • Page 39: Delete Contacts

    Share a Contact Delete Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s You can delete a single contact or choose multiple information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can contacts to delete. share a vCard using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach 1.
  • Page 40: Contacts Settings

    Groups Send an Email to a Group You can send an email to members of a group. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap create your own.
  • Page 41: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and View Your Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on in one application. the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. Apps >...
  • Page 42: Email Settings

    Create and Send an Email Email Settings This section describes how to create and send an These settings allow you to modify settings email using the Email app. associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 43: Galaxy Apps

    Galaxy device. To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Galaxy Apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps...
  • Page 44: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Gallery Options and videos. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Gallery. 2. In the Albums view, tap an Album. Note: Some functions described in this section are only available if there are images or videos in 3.
  • Page 45 Edit Images 1. While viewing an image, tap the screen once to see the image options. 2. Tap Edit to view and use the editing tools. Share Images Use one of the following methods: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 46: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a To zoom in or out: ► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to fully‑featured web browser. zoom out and stretch the screen to zoom in. To access the Internet: Browser Tabs ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 47: Internet Settings

    Internet Settings Saved Web Pages Saving a web page stores the web page content on These settings allow you to modify settings your device so that you can access it offline. associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 48: Memo

    Memo Use the Memo app to write and Memo Options save notes on your device. Apps > Memo. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. While browsing memos, tap MORE for the following options: Compose a Memo Edit: Select notes to delete or move. •...
  • Page 49: Music Player

    Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Song queue More options Sound quality and effects Playback position Volume Favorite Time elapsed Song length Playback controls Favorite: Tap to tag this song as a favorite.
  • Page 50: Listen To Music

    Listen to Music Tap MORE for the following options: • Delete: Tap to delete the current track. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Music. Play on other device: Play music on a 2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to connected device.
  • Page 51: My Files

    My Files Access files stored on your Cloud storage: Contains shortcuts to FTP servers • or other cloud storage locations that you have device, including images, videos, added. songs, and sound clips. − Google Drive: Sign in to view folders and files located in your Google Drive account.
  • Page 52 Category Options Shortcuts After tapping on a category, the following options When you add shortcut folders, displays on the are available: My Files screen. SEARCH: Search for a file in the selected To delete a shortcut: • category. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 53: Video Player

    Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. Video list File name More options Playback position Volume Time elapsed Video length Move controls Move controls Screen ratio Pop-up player Rewind Fast-forward Pause or Play Fast-forward: Tap to skip to the next video. Touch Pop-up player: Tap to open the video in the •...
  • Page 54 Access the Video Player Change the Video Screen Size 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. You can change the size of the video during video playback. 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail 1.
  • Page 55: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s Some options are enabled or disabled by • tapping the ON/OFF button to turn the connections and settings, option on ( ) or off ( add accounts, and customize For some options, you must tap a field, •...
  • Page 56: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. – or – From a Home screen, drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap  Settings. Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Setting search feature.
  • Page 57: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi types of Wireless Local Area Network Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access  Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2.
  • Page 58: Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi Options Wi-Fi Direct The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 59: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short‑range Scan for Bluetooth Devices communications technology that When you want to pair with another Bluetooth allows you to connect wirelessly device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. to a number of Bluetooth Apps >...
  • Page 60: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to devices no longer recognize each other. To connect establish trusted connections between your device again, you have to pair the devices. and another Bluetooth device.
  • Page 61: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 62: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering

    Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Use Mobile Hotspot to share Connect a Device to Your your device’s Internet connection Mobile Hotspot with other devices using your Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to device as a portable Wi‑Fi your device’s Mobile Hotspot. hotspot.
  • Page 63 Change the Portable Hotspot Turn Off Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Password Automatically 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Set your device to automatically turn off Portable  Settings > Mobile Hotspot and tethering. Wi-Fi hotspot if there are no connected devices. 2.
  • Page 64: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Data usage for options: Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also • control Mobile Data at the Notification panel. Set mobile data limit: Your mobile data •...
  • Page 65: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Mobile networks for options: Data roaming: Allow your device to connect • to data services while roaming. Significantly higher charges may result.
  • Page 66: More Connection Settings

    2. Tap VPN. Printing 3. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap CONNECT. Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). Edit or Delete a VPN 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 67: Sounds And Notifications

    Sounds and Notifications Configure the sounds and Volume vibrations used to indicate Set the system volume level, and set default volume notifications, screen touches, for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. and other activities. Tip: You can also set System volume from the Home screen by pressing the Volume key.
  • Page 68 Tube Amp: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube • amplifier. Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the • Samsung keyboard is tapped. Note: Sound effects are only available when a pair of headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset is connected. Vibrations Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, notifications, and haptic feedback.
  • Page 69 Do Not Disturb App Notifications This setting allows you to block all notifications 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings and alerts. The options below determine what > Sounds and notifications. notifications can make sounds, and during what time 2.
  • Page 70: Display Settings

    Display Settings Adjust display options and Font Size and Style features, including screen You can set the font style and size for all text that brightness, font options, displays on the screen. and more. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings >...
  • Page 71: Smart Stay

    Smart Stay Daydream Using the front camera to detect your face, the The Daydream setting controls what the screen screen does not time out as long as you are facing displays when the device is docked (dock not the screen. included), or while charging.
  • Page 72: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures 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 and gestures. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: Mute: Mute sounds and video by covering the •...
  • Page 73: Applications Settings

    Applications Settings Manage settings for applications Downloaded on your tablet. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Application Manager  Settings > Applications > Application manager. You can download and install new applications 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the on your device.
  • Page 74: Running Services

    SD Card Disabled Services Displays apps you have on your SD card. View and configure disabled apps on your device. Apps > Note: This screen only displays if you have disabled 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > Applications > an app on the Apps list. Application manager.
  • Page 75: Default Applications

    Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Applications > Default applications. 2. Your defaults are displayed. 3.
  • Page 76: Users

    Users Share this tablet with Delete a User or Profile multiple people by creating Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap User accounts.  Settings. 2. Tap Users. Users have their own space, 3. Tap Delete user next to a User profile to which they can customize with delete it.
  • Page 77: 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 78: Lock Screen And Security

    Password: Create a password for unlocking • the screen. This option provides high security. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. Fingerprints: Use fingerprint recognition • to unlock the screen. This option provides Important: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique medium to high security.
  • Page 79 ► To access your device remotely, Change Backup Password visit findmymobile.samsung.com. You can change the backup password for your Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and fingerprint. enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 80: Unknown Sources

    Send security reports: Send security reports • to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Other Security Settings Device Administration More security options are available. Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.
  • Page 81: Credential Storage

    Credential Storage Advanced Security Settings Manage your security certificates. If a certificate Use these options to configure advanced security authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or settings. for some other reason you do not trust it, you can 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 82: Privacy

    Privacy Choose from various modes Recent Location Requests designed to hide personal Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. content from being accessed by 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > anyone else using your device,  Settings.
  • Page 83: Private Mode

    4. Follow the prompts to learn about and set up Private mode. Report Diagnostic Info Give consent to provide diagnostic and usage data to Samsung to help improve the quality and performance of its products and services. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 84: Accessibility

    • You can turn on Voice Assistant from any subtitles with multimedia files when available screen by pressing the Home key quickly Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. three times (triple-press). Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles • Voice Assistant help: Tap for help on using •...
  • Page 85 Dexterity and interaction Universal switch: Control your tablet with your • customized switches. Assistant menu: Improve the device • accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. Press and hold delay: Select a time interval • for this action. Interaction control: Block areas of the screen •...
  • Page 86: Accounts

    Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.
  • Page 87: Backup And Reset

    You should remove account. your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and Restore: Use your Samsung account to • before resetting the device to factory settings.
  • Page 88: Language And Input Settings

     Settings. people find offensive are in results of Google voice searches. Offensive words are replaced 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard in results with a placeholder (####). for the following menus: Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from a •...
  • Page 89: Voice Input

    Voice Input Mouse/Trackpad Settings Use Google voice recognition to perform Google Configure settings for using an optional mouse or searches using spoken commands. trackpad (not included). To perform a voice search, tap in the Google 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 90: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used Apps and OS Usage for device activities. Battery usage displays in percentages per application. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. Tap Screen, Android System, Android OS,  Settings. or an app to view how they are affecting 2.
  • Page 91: Storage

    Storage View the device memory Memory Card (SD Card) and usage, or mount, unmount, Once an optional memory card (not included) has or format an optional memory been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. card (not included).
  • Page 92 Mount a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use. However, should you unmount the card without removing it from the device, you must mount it before it can be accessed. Apps >...
  • Page 93: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using a book cover (not included). Flip the cover open to unlock the screen when secure lock is turned off. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Accessories > Automatic unlock to enable this feature.
  • Page 94: Date And Time

    Date and Time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 95: Help

    Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about: New features • Getting started • Applications • Settings • Settings Help...
  • Page 96: About Your Device

    About Your Device View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: Software update: Check for and install •...

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