Page 1: User Guide
User Guide [UG template version 15b] [Sprint-Samsung-T817P-UM-Eng-082715-Final]...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Apps List ............................. 17 Phone Number ............................ 21 Airplane Mode ............................. 23 Enter Text ............................24 Samsung Keyboard ........................24 Google Voice Typing ........................25 Tips for Editing Text ........................26 Google Account ........................... 26 Create a Google Account ......................27 Sign In to Your Google Account....................
Page 3 Update an App ..........................39 Uninstall an App .......................... 42 Get Help with Google Play ......................43 Lock and Unlock Your Screen ......................43 Update Your Tablet ..........................45 Update Your Tablet Software...................... 45 Update Your Profile ........................49 Update Your PRL ........................49 Your Tablet Interface ...........................
Page 4 Archive Gmail Threads ....................... 82 Mute Gmail Threads ........................83 Delete Gmail Threads ......................... 85 Search Gmail Messages ......................86 Report Spam or Phishing Gmail ....................88 Add Another Google (Gmail) Account ..................89 Switching Between Gmail Accounts ................... 91 Email ..............................
Page 5 Share Pictures and Videos ....................... 137 Send Pictures or Videos by Email or Gmail ................137 Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth ................. 138 Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media ..........140 Share Videos on YouTube ......................142 Camera Options and Settings ......................
Page 6 Facebook ............................183 Lookout ............................. 184 NASCAR Mobile ..........................184 Pages Manager ..........................184 Samsung+ ............................184 Connectivity ............................... 185 Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and a Computer ..............185 Wi-Fi ..............................186 Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network ..............187 Wi-Fi Settings ..........................
Page 7 Mobile Networks Settings ......................... 221 More Connection Settings ......................... 222 Tethering Settings ........................224 Printing ............................226 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ....................228 Sounds and Notifications Settings ....................237 Sound Mode ..........................238 Volume ............................239 Sounds ............................240 Vibrations ..........................241 Sound Quality and Effects ......................
Page 8 Accessibility Settings......................... 286 Vision Accessibility Settings...................... 287 Hearing Accessibility Settings ....................289 Dexterity and Interaction Settings ..................... 291 Configure Other Accessibility Settings ..................293 Account Settings ..........................294 Backup and Reset ..........................297 Language and Input Settings ......................301 Battery Settings ..........................303 Power Saving Mode ........................
Page 9: Introduction
In the user guide, the tablet may be referred to either as “tablet” or “device.” Access Instructions on Tablet Whether you're new to Android or just new to your Galaxy Tab S2, your tablet can help you learn how to use it.
Page 10 1. Press to display the home screen. 2. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Help 3. Tap a topic to view its contents, or tap SEARCH to search for a topic. Introduction...
Page 11: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your tablet and wireless service the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your tablet’s primary parts and key functions. Tablet Layout The following illustration outlines your tablet’s primary external features and buttons. Part Description Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu,...
Page 12: Charge The Battery
Part Description Use the ambient light level to adjust the screen brightness and Light sensor contrast. Transmit your voice for tablet calls or record your voice or ambient Microphone sounds for voice recordings and videos. Turn the tablet or screen on or off, or switch your tablet to silent mode, Power/Lock key vibration mode, or airplane mode.
Page 13: Turn Your Tablet On And Off
1. Plug the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your tablet. 2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the charging head. 3. Plug the charging head into an electrical outlet. 4. After charging, disconnect the tablet from the charger. ...
Page 14: Turn Your Tablet On
Turn Your Tablet On ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key.  Your tablet will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the Lock screen.  Lock and Unlock Your Screen Screen Lock for information about using the screen lock.
Page 15: Use The Touchscreen
Turn Your Tablet Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to open the tablet options menu. 2. Tap Power off to turn the tablet off.  Your tablet will power off. Your screen remains blank while your tablet is off (unless the battery is charging). Note: If your device is not responding, press and hold both the Power/Lock and Volume Down keys simultaneously for more than seven seconds to restart the device.
Page 16: Touch And Hold
Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Get Started...
Page 17: Swipe Or Slide
Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Get Started...
Page 18 Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to move your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list. Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the tablet sideways.
Page 19: Activate Your Tablet
Note: Screen rotation must be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. To enable screen rotation, slide your finger down from the status bar to display the Notification table, and then tap Screen rotation to enable the option. Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen by moving two fingers inward to zoom out, or spread by moving two fingers outward to zoom in.
Page 20: Complete The Setup Screens
Terms and conditions: Read the End User License Agreement (EULA) and consent for diagnostic and usage data. If you consent to provide diagnostic and usage data to Samsung, tap the check box. Tap Next to proceed, and then tap Agree to confirm that you understand and agree to the terms and conditions.
Page 21 Samsung account, or follow the prompts to create a new account. • To sign in to or set up a Samsung account, you will have to review and agree to the Terms and Conditions by tapping Agree when prompted.
Page 22: Basic Operations
Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your tablet. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your tablet’s basic operations. Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List Most of your tablet’s operations originate from the home screen or the apps list. 1.
Page 23: Tablet Settings Menu
Recent Applications You can display a list of recently used applications using the Recent Apps key. ■ Tap the Recent Apps key to view a list of recently used applications. Tablet Settings Menu You can customize your tablet’s settings and options through the Settings menu. ■...
Page 24: Capture Screenshots
Turn Screen Rotation On or Off 1. Open the notification panel by dragging down from the top of the screen. 2. Tap Screen rotation to turn the option on or off.  You may need to scroll left or right to see the Screen rotation option. ...
Page 25: Applications
Applications The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your tablet. Launch Applications All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the apps list. 1. From home, tap Apps  The apps list opens. 2.
Page 26 Function/Service Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and Calendar appointments, organize your time, and be reminded of important events. Take pictures and record videos using the front and rear cameras. Camera Browse the Internet using Google’s Chrome Web browser. Located in the Chrome Google folder in the apps list.
Page 27 Music You can also set songs as alarm tones. Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one convenient location. Located in the Samsung folder in My Files the apps list. NASCAR Mobile is designed to bring you what you, our fans, want directly to your Android device.
Page 28 Settings SideSync is a PC-Mobile solution that enables the screens, windows, and SideSync 3.0 data to be shared easily between a PC and Samsung Android Device. Purchase, download, and play music and tones for your tablet. Sprint Music Plus View videos on your tablet.
Page 29: Phone Number
Function/Service YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos. The site is used to display a wide variety of user-generated video content, including movie clips, TV clips, and music videos, as well as YouTube video content such as video blogging, informational shorts, and other original videos.
Page 30 2. Tap About device 3. Tap Status > Sim card status.  You will see the number listed under My phone number. Basic Operations...
Page 31: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your tablet on so you can use apps that don’t require a signal or data. To turn on airplane mode: 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2.
Page 32: Enter Text
Assigning the Samsung Keyboard for Text Entry If you have multiple text input methods installed on your device, you can select the Samsung keyboard to be your default text input method from Settings, or you can choose it at any time while entering text.
Page 33: Google Voice Typing
Google Voice typing to enter text by speaking. See Google Voice Typing.  If you have more than one language selected in Samsung Keyboard settings, you can swipe your finger over to switch between languages. Configure Samsung Keyboard ■...
Page 34: Tips For Editing Text
2. Speak into the microphone and watch your text being entered onscreen. 3. If the text is incorrect, tap Delete. 4. Once you have completed entering your text, tap . The keyboard will reappear. Note: You can assign a new language to Google voice typing. Tap and tap a language to select it.
Page 35: Create A Google Account
Google Account Cautions Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password. Create a Google Account If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or by using your tablet. Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your tablet’s Setup application.
Page 36 2. Tap Add account. 3. Tap Google > Or create a new account. Basic Operations...
Page 37 4. Enter your First name and Last name, and then tap Next. 5. Enter a desired Username, and then tap Next. Basic Operations...
Page 38 6. When prompted, enter and re-type a password. Then tap Next. 7. Enter a valid phone number to help you recover your Google Account and password if you ever forget it, and then tap Next. Note: When setting up a new Google Account, either on your tablet or online, it may prompt you to add a secondary email address.
Page 39 encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged for Android users so you can regain access to Google services and purchases on your tablet. 8. Read the Google Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and other legal documents, and then tap I agree.
Page 40 10. Configure your Google data backup and communication, and then tap Next. 11. If desired, you can set up payment options for purchases through the Google Play store, and then tap Next.  You are signed in to your new Google Account. Basic Operations...
Page 41: Sign In To Your Google Account
 Your Google account is listed in Apps > Settings > Accounts Sign In to Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your tablet, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account. 1.
Page 42 2. Tap Add account. 3. Tap Google. Basic Operations...
Page 43 4. Tap Enter your email, enter your Gmail address, and then tap Next. 5. Enter your password, and then tap Next. 6. Read the Google Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and other legal documents, and then tap Accept. Basic Operations...
Page 44 7. Configure your Google data backup and communication, and then tap Next. Basic Operations...
Page 45 8. Set up payment information for use in the Google Play store, and then tap Next.  You are now signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will start synchronizing with your Google Account.  Your Google account is listed in Apps >...
Page 46: Google Play Store
Google Play Store Google Play is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your tablet. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games, to bestselling books, blockbuster movies, and music. When you find what you want, you can easily download and install it on your tablet.
Page 47: Request A Refund For A Paid App
Note: If you did not set up a payment option during tablet setup or when adding your Google Account, you will be prompted to add a payment method when making a purchase from Google Play. 6. The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to your personal information or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet.
Page 48 2. Tap Menu > My apps. 3. Tap the app you want to update, and then tap Update > Accept.  The app update is downloaded and installed. Set Automatic App Updates 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store Basic Operations...
Page 49 2. Tap Menu > My apps. 3. Tap the app you want to set for auto-update, and then tap More options > Auto-update.  The app is set to update automatically whenever an update becomes available. Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps. Basic Operations...
Page 50: Uninstall An App
Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My apps. 3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall > OK. Basic Operations...
Page 51: Get Help With Google Play
 The app is uninstalled and removed from your tablet. Get Help with Google Play The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about the app. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 52 To save battery power, the tablet automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the tablet’s screen is off. Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Display Settings.
Page 53: Update Your Tablet
2. Swipe your finger across the screen to unlock it.  The screen is unlocked.  If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw a pattern, enter a password or PIN, or scan your fingerprint. See Screen Lock.
Page 54 Before Updating Your Tablet Updating your tablet may result in a loss of saved data depending on the condition of your tablet (malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). You must back up all critical information before updating your tablet firmware. Back Up All Data Prior to Update To back up your Gmail information: 1.
Page 55 ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > System update > Update now.  Your tablet automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your tablet off and back on to complete the software upgrade. –...
Page 56 Confirm Your Current Tablet Software 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About device 2. Locate the Software version read-only field. Basic Operations...
Page 57: Update Your Profile
Update Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 58 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System update > Update PRL. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions.  The tablet will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when complete. Basic Operations...
Page 59: Your Tablet Interface
Your Tablet Interface The following topics describe how to use and customize your tablet’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notification panel. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your tablet’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Page 60: Extended Home Screens
Item Description Application icons are shortcuts to favorite applications. You can add Application icons and remove these shortcuts as you wish. Tap to open the applications (apps) list. The apps list key is a primary Applications (Apps) list shortcut available from all home screens. The notification area of the status bar (on the left) displays notifications Notification area for incoming messages, missed calls, application updates, and more.
Page 61 ● Swipe left or right to go to an extended home screen. ● While on an extended screen, press the Home key to return to the main home screen. Add Home Screens If you want to set up more shortcuts or widgets than you have space for, you can add more home screens.
Page 62: Status Bar And Notification Panel
3. Tap to add the screen.  A new blank home screen will be added to the far right of your screens. Status Bar and Notification Panel Your tablet’s status and notifications are available at a glance at the top of the screen. Status Bar The status bar at the top of the home screen provides tablet and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left.
Page 63 Icon Status GPS active Wi-Fi active Downloading Mute mode Vibrate mode Network (full signal) Network (roaming) Airplane mode Sync active Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Main Notification Icons Icon Notification New email New Gmail New Hangout message Event USB connection Alarm Warning Your Tablet Interface...
Page 64: Notification Panel
Icon Notification Update available Update downloading Update successful Keyboard active More notifications available (drag down to view) Notification Panel Your tablet’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full notification panel by pulling down the status bar. From there, you can check notifications, download updates, open messaging apps, use the quick settings menu, and more.
Page 65 Notification Panel Layout The notification panel gives you access to notifications, settings, and the quick settings menu. Notification Panel Quick Settings The Quick Settings list at the top of the notification panel lets you quickly access frequently used settings options. Scroll left or right to display all available settings, and tap an icon to turn the selected feature on or off.
Page 66: S Finder
S Finder Search your device for apps, contacts, messages, email, files, settings, and more. 1. Open the notification panel by sliding your finger down from the top of the screen.  The notification panel opens. 2. Tap S Finder. 3. Tap the Search field and enter search criteria. 4.
Page 67: Quick Connect
Quick Connect Quickly connect wirelessly to nearby devices that support Quick connect, Wi-Fi Direct, and devices that can share media via Wi-Fi. 1. Open the notification panel by sliding your finger down from the top of the screen.  The notification panel opens. 2.
Page 68: Customize The Home Screen
Tap Turn on quick connect to view available devices. 4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Tip: For more information about Quick connect, tap More > Help from the connections screen. Customize the Home Screen Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the home screen.
Page 69: Add Shortcuts To The Home Screen
Tip: You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wallpaper 2. Tap home screen, and then tap an option to select the wallpaper.  Home screen: Set the background wallpaper for your home screen. ...
Page 70: Add Widgets To The Home Screen
1. From home, tap Apps  The Apps list opens. 2. Touch and hold an app icon.  The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your home screens. 3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens. ...
Page 71: Add Folders To The Home Screen
1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Widgets 2. Touch and hold a widget icon.  The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your home screens. 3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens. ...
Page 72 2. Type a name for the folder and tap Done.  A new folder is created. 3. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold a shortcut and drag it on top of the new folder.  The new shortcut is added to the folder. Change Folder Names Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display.
Page 73: Contacts
Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your tablet as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends. Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is left uncharged.
Page 74 Google Account online. If you have multiple Google Accounts set up, you will need to pick a specific account.  Select Samsung account to sync your contacts automatically with your Samsung account.  Select Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync to sync your contacts automatically with your Microsoft Exchange account.
Page 75: Check Contacts
5. When you have finished adding information, tap Save.  The contact is added. Check Contacts View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts Contacts...
Page 76 2. Tap a contact to view its details. Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features. Contacts...
Page 77: Edit A Contact
Item Description Add new contact Add a new contact. Contact Tap to show the contact’s details. Groups Show contact groups. Image Show the contact’s image. More options Access additional options. Search Search contacts. Edit a Contact Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more.
Page 78: Delete A Contact
3. Tap Edit. 4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact. 5. Add or edit the information, and then tap Save.  Your changes are saved to the contact entry. Delete a Contact You can delete a contact from the contacts details page. 1.
Page 79 2. Tap a contact to view its details.  The contact’s detailed listing appears. 3. Tap More > Delete > Delete.  The contact is deleted. Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact from the Contacts list and tap Delete > Delete. Contacts...
Page 80: Share A Contact
Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, or text messaging. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap More > Share contact. Contacts...
Page 81: Import Contacts
 You will see list of sharing methods. 3. Select a sharing method:  Add to OneNote: Save the information to your OneNote account.  Bluetooth to send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending via Bluetooth. ...
Page 82 Import Contacts from Device Storage 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap More > Settings > Import/Export contacts.  You will see the Import/Export contacts menu. 3. Tap Import. Contacts...
Page 83: Back Up Contacts
4. Select a destination for the imported contacts. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the import.  The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account. Back Up Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud, you can manually back them up to your tablet’s memory for re-import if needed.
Page 84 2. Tap More > Settings > Import/Export contacts.  You will see the Import/Export contacts menu. 3. Tap Export. 4. Select an export location. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the export.  The contacts are exported. Contacts...
Page 85: Messaging And Internet
Messaging and Internet With wireless service and your tablet’s messaging and data capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, social networking accounts, and Hangouts. Gmail Use Google’s Gmail service and your Google Account to send, receive, and manage your Gmail messages.
Page 86 2. In the inbox, tap Compose  The Gmail composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send  The Gmail message is sent. Messaging and Internet...
Page 87: Check Received Gmail Messages
Gmail Composition Options ● Adding Cc/Bcc: In the To field, tap to display Cc and Bcc fields. ● Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap > Attach file. Locate and tap the picture or video you want to attach. ●...
Page 88 Open Gmail Messages You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The Gmail inbox opens. 2. Tap the message thread you want to view. Messaging and Internet...
Page 89: Use Gmail Labels
 The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed. Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages ● Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply , compose your reply message, and tap Send  To reply to all, tap More options >...
Page 90: Archive Gmail Threads
3. Tap a label for the thread.  The thread is added to the selected label. Archive Gmail Threads Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the inbox. When replies arrive for archived threads, they appear in the inbox again. 1.
Page 91: Mute Gmail Threads
 The thread is now archived. Mute Gmail Threads If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox. When new mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the inbox.
Page 92 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to it, and then tap More options > Mute.  The thread is now hidden. Messaging and Internet...
Page 93: Delete Gmail Threads
Delete Gmail Threads If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Delete Messaging and Internet...
Page 94: Search Gmail Messages
 The thread is deleted. Search Gmail Messages If you need to find a specific message or message thread, you can search Gmail from the inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail Messaging and Internet...
Page 95  The inbox opens. 2. Tap Search 3. Enter your search text and tap Search  The search results appear. Tap a message or thread from the list to display it. Messaging and Internet...
Page 96: Report Spam Or Phishing Gmail
Report Spam or Phishing Gmail You can report spam or phishing Gmail messages from your tablet’s Gmail inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to it, and then tap More options >...
Page 97: Add Another Google (Gmail) Account
 The selected message is reported as spam or phishing. Add Another Google (Gmail) Account If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your tablet, you can add them from the Settings > Accounts menu. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 98 2. Tap Google. 3. Enter your Gmail username, and then tap Next. Messaging and Internet...
Page 99: Switching Between Gmail Accounts
4. Enter your password, and then tap Next. 5. Follow the prompts to review and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, and then tap Accept. 6. After your tablet connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with your tablet and then tap Next.
Page 100 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The Primary inbox opens. 2. Tap Menu 3. Tap the icon for the account you want to view from the list at the top of the menu.  The selected account inbox is displayed. Messaging and Internet...
Page 101: Email
Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs. Set Up an Email Account Your tablet supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email accounts set up at one time.
Page 102 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email inbox opens. 2. Tap More > Settings > Add account. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the account setup.  The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account. Messaging and Internet...
Page 103 Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu You can also set up email accounts from the Settings > Accounts menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts. 2. Tap Add account > Email. Messaging and Internet...
Page 104 3. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account, and then tap Next.  Tapping Next prompts your tablet to attempt a “regular” email setup and test the incoming and outgoing servers.  If you have custom settings you need to configure, tap Manual Setup and enter your settings.
Page 105: Add An Exchange Activesync Account
5. Enter an account name and a name for outgoing email and tap Done to complete setup.  The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account. Important: If the account type you want to set up is not in the tablet database, you will be asked to enter more details.
Page 106 2. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account, and then tap Manual setup. 3. Enter the required information.  Email address: Enter your email address.  Domain\username: Enter your network domain and username, separated by “\”.  Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive).
Page 107: Compose And Send Email
 Show password: Display the password as you enter it.  Exchange server: Enter your system’s Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network administrator.  Use secure connection (SSL): Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system requires SSL encryption.
Page 108 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email inbox opens.  If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top of the screen and select another account.  You can also view multiple inboxes at once. Tap the account name at the top of the screen and then tap Combined inbox to see messages from all your configured email accounts.
Page 109 2. Tap Compose  The email composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message. 4. Tap SEND.  The email message is sent. Messaging and Internet...
Page 110: Open Email Messages
Open Email Messages You can open and read email messages directly from the email inbox. Reading and replying to email on your tablet is as simple as on your computer. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email inbox opens. Messaging and Internet...
Page 111: Delete An Email Account
2. Tap the message you want to view.  The email message opens. Tip: Tap the account name at the top of the screen to switch to a different email account. 3. Tap Reply or Reply all to reply to the message. Options When Reviewing Email Messages ●...
Page 112 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email inbox opens. 2. Tap More > Settings. Messaging and Internet...
Page 113: Manage Your Email Inbox
3. Tap the account name, and then tap Remove > Remove.  The account is deleted from your tablet Manage Your Email Inbox Your email inbox provides management options for viewing, sorting, and deleting your email messages. Messaging and Internet...
Page 114 View Your Email Inbox 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email inbox opens. 2. Tap the email account at the top of the screen to select a different inbox, or tap Combined view to see all your email inboxes at once. Filter Email Messages 1.
Page 115: Exchange Activesync Email Features
1. On the email account inbox, tap Priority senders. 2. Tap Tap to add priority senders. 3. Select a recommended contact, or tap the Contacts tab to select additional contacts. 4. Tap Done. To view only emails from priority senders: ■...
Page 116 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap the Exchange ActiveSync account name to view its options.  The following options are available: • Sync account: Keep the account synchronized on your tablet. • Account name: Change the account name. Messaging and Internet...
Page 117: Data Services General Information (4G Lte Network)
• Always Cc/Bcc myself: Send a copy of each email you send to yourself. • Signature: Enable and configure your signature for each email you send. • Show images: Show all images in emails. • Auto download attachments: Automatically download attachments when connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Page 118: 4G Lte
4G LTE The 4G LTE network provides your tablet with wireless Internet access over greater distances than Wi-Fi and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps. To connect your tablet to a 4G LTE network, you need to be in an area covered by a 4G LTE network. For more information about the availability of Sprint 4G LTE service in your location, visit sprint.com/coverage.
Page 119 2. Tap Status.  You will see your user name under the “Username” heading. Update Your User Name If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to your services, you must then update the profile on your tablet. Messaging and Internet...
Page 120: Data Connection Status And Indicators
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update 2. Tap Update profile.  Your tablet will download and install the profile update. Data Connection Status and Indicators Your tablet displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbol is used: Icon Status...
Page 121: Use The Browser
SSL/TLS Cautions When opening a secured page, users must decide as their responsibility whether or not to open the page with use of SSL/TLS. Sprint and the applicable Certification Authorities make no guarantees whatsoever to users regarding security of SSL/TLS. Use the Browser Launching the browser is as easy as tapping an icon.
Page 122 1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap Bookmarks > Add.  The add bookmark window opens. 3. Check or change the bookmark title, URL, etc., and then tap Save. Messaging and Internet...
Page 123: View Browser History
 The Web page is added to bookmarks. Bookmark Options ● Edit Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Bookmarks, touch and hold a bookmark, tap More > Edit bookmark, edit the bookmark, and then tap Save. ● Delete Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Bookmarks, touch and hold a bookmark, and then tap Delete.
Page 124 2. Tap Bookmarks.  The bookmark window opens. 3. Tap the History tab, and then tap an entry.  The Web page opens. Messaging and Internet...
Page 125: Open New Browser Tab
Open New Browser Tab Use tabs to switch between websites quickly and easily. 1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap New tab.  The tab opens. Browser Settings Configure Internet browser settings. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 126 1. From home, tap Apps > Chrome  Chrome opens. 2. Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for a Google search) or a Web address (URL).  The search results appear or a Web page opens. Messaging and Internet...
Page 127 Chrome Support ■ To find on-tablet help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap More options > Help & feedback.  A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome. Tip: For more information, from your computer, visit: google.com/chrome. Messaging and Internet...
Page 128: Camera And Video
Camera and Video You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your tablet comes with a 16 megapixel rear camera and a 5 megapixel front camera that let you capture sharp pictures and videos. Camera Overview The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.
Page 129 Learn About Your Tablet's Camera For an overview of your tablet's camera and its features, access the tablet settings menu. From home, tap Apps > Camera 2. Tap Settings > Help, and tap a topic to learn more. Camera and Video...
Page 130: Take Pictures And Record Videos
Take Pictures and Record Videos The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your tablet’s camera. Capturing Pictures/Videos ● File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG (.jpg). ● File Format for Videos: File format for videos is MPEG4 (.mp4). Camera Cautions If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clear still images/videos.
Page 131: Record Videos
2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap  The shutter clicks and the picture is captured and saved to your tablet. Tip: You can launch the camera from the lock screen. Swipe up from the lock screen to open the camera.
Page 132: Shooting Modes
2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap Record  Video recording begins. 3. Tap to pause recording. Tap to stop recording.  The camera stops recording and the video is captured and saved to your tablet. Shooting Modes Your tablet’s camera offers many shooting modes, to make your pictures or videos special.
Page 133: View Pictures And Videos Using Gallery
2. On the Camera screen, tap Mode to choose a shooting mode. Scroll available modes, and then tap a mode to select it. Both cameras  Virtual shot: Create multi-directional views of objects.  Download: Download additional shooting modes from the Galaxy Apps store. Rear camera ...
Page 134 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery opens. 2. Tap Time to open a drop-down list and select other views, such as Albums.  The list of albums opens. 3. Tap an album to view its contents. Camera and Video...
Page 135  To select another album, tap the Back key to return to the Albums. 4. For a picture, tap a thumbnail to view the picture. While viewing a picture full-screen you can use these options:  Favorite: Tag a picture as a favorite. ...
Page 136  Tap Play to play the video.  Favorite: Tag a video as a favorite.  Share: Choose a method for sharing the video.  Editor: Edit the video.  Delete: Erase the current video.  More: Choose other options, including: •...
Page 137: Edit Pictures
After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse through the pictures and videos of that album. Tap a picture or video to view it in full screen. Note: When viewing pictures, you can tap a picture or video to open a selection menu and choose what to do with the picture or video.
Page 138 3. Tap Edit > Rotate.  The picture is rotated and saved to the tablet. Crop a Picture 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery Camera and Video...
Page 139  The Gallery app opens. 2. Tap the picture you want to crop. 3. Tap Edit > Crop.  A crop box appears on the picture. 4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear, drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box.
Page 140: Photo Editor
 To move the crop box to the part of the picture that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired size and position. 5. Tap Save to apply the changes to the picture.  The cropped picture is saved in the album as a copy. The original picture remains unedited. Photo Editor Perform advanced edits on your pictures, including straightening, adjusting the tone, adding visual effects, and enhancing portraits.
Page 141 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2. Tap the picture you want to edit. 3. Tap Edit > Photo Editor. Camera and Video...
Page 142  Enhancement tools display. 4. Adjust your picture with these tools:  Adjustment: Straighten and freely rotate your picture.  Tone: Adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, temperature, and hue of the picture.  Effect: Add color effects to your picture. ...
Page 143 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2. Tap a picture you want to add to a collage. 3. Tap Edit > Collage. Camera and Video...
Page 144 4. Tap or ADD to select additional pictures for the collage.  Tap pictures to select them.  Tap Done when you are finished selecting.  Your collage layout will be displayed. Use the tools at the bottom of the screen to adjust your collage. ...
Page 145: Share Pictures And Videos
Share Pictures and Videos The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another tablet or your computer using Bluetooth. Send Pictures or Videos by Email or Gmail You can send several pictures, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message.
Page 146: Send Pictures Or Videos Using Bluetooth
3. Tap Share, and then on the sharing menu, tap Email or Gmail.  Follow onscreen prompts to complete and send the message. Note: If you have multiple email accounts or Gmail accounts, the default account will be used. Check the “From”...
Page 147 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.  To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include.
Page 148: Share Pictures Or Videos Via Additional Apps Or Social Media
3. Tap Share, and then on the sharing menu, tap Bluetooth.  Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the files. For more information, see Bluetooth. Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media From Gallery, you can share your pictures and videos from a variety of apps and social media sites, such as Facebook, Hangouts, Instagram, and more.
Page 149 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want send. 3. Select the items you want to send.  To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include.
Page 150: Share Videos On Youtube
4. Tap the screen, tap Share, and then tap the app you want to use. 5. Follow the prompts to complete the share. Share Videos on YouTube You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube. Before you do this, you must create a YouTube account and sign in to that account on your tablet.
Page 151 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2. Tap the videos you want to share.  To select multiple videos, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the videos you want to include. Camera and Video...
Page 152: Camera Options And Settings
3. Tap Share, and then on the sharing menu, tap YouTube. 4. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 5. Tap Upload  The upload is completed. Camera Options and Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu.
Page 153: Set Camera Options
1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap  The camera switches type. Set Camera Options You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera ...
Page 154 2. Tap Settings  The camera settings menu opens. 3. Select your desired settings: Note: Not all settings will be available at all times, depending on which camera is in use (front or rear).  Both cameras • Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.
Page 155 • 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 automatically take a picture two seconds later. • Save pictures as previewed: Save the self‑portrait or self‑recording as viewed on the camera screen.
Page 156: Useful Apps And Features
Useful Apps and Features The following topics detail many of your tablet’s tools and features such as maps and navigation, calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, memos, and more. Calculator Your tablet’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations. 1.
Page 157: Add An Event To The Calendar
Calendar Operations ● View Today’s Calendar: From the Calendar, tap Today. ● Change Calendar View: From the Calendar, tap the drop-down menu in the upper left corner, and then tap Year, Month, Week, Day, or Tasks to change the current view. ●...
Page 158 2. Tap New  The add event window opens. Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap Save.  The event is added to your calendar. Useful Apps and Features...
Page 159: View Calendar Events
Calendar application on your tablet. For more information about creating and managing multiple Google Calendars, visit calendar.google.com.  Select Samsung Calendar to create an event that will sync with your Samsung account.  Select your Outlook or Exchange account to create an event that will sync with these account types.
Page 160 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap an event.  The event details appear.  Tap the event to view details and edit the event. Useful Apps and Features...
Page 161: Share Calendar Events
Share Calendar Events Once you have created a Calendar event, you can share it with others via a variety of methods. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar 2. Tap an event to see its details. Useful Apps and Features...
Page 162 3. From the event details screen, tap Share. 4. Choose a Share as option (Event file (VCS) or Text). Useful Apps and Features...
Page 163: Sync Calendars
5. Select a sharing method and follow the prompts to send the Event information. Sync Calendars You can select which calendars you’d like to sync on your tablet, along with what types of information you want to sync. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 164  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap More > Manage calendars. 3. Select sync options by tapping ON/OFF next to each item.  The sync settings have been updated. Useful Apps and Features...
Page 165: Synchronize An Exchange Activesync Calendar
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar If you have set up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your tablet, you can also synchronize Exchange ActiveSync calendar events on your tablet. Calendar events on your Exchange ActiveSync will also show in Calendar if you chose to synchronize with the Exchange ActiveSync Server. To check if Exchange ActiveSync items are set to be synchronized: 1.
Page 166 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Date and time. 3. Set available date and time options.  To set the date and time, tap ON/OFF to turn Automatic data and time off.  To select a time zone, tap ON/OFF to turn Automatic time zone off. Useful Apps and Features...
Page 167: Set Alarms
 Your date and time settings are applied and saved. Set Alarms Set multiple alarms using your tablet’s Clock app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Clock > Alarm. 2. Set the alarm options, including time, days, and repeat pattern. For more options, tap Options. Useful Apps and Features...
Page 168: World Clock
3. When finished, tap Save.  You will see the alarm icon in the status bar. Tablet at Alarm Time ● At the set alarm time, the tablet sounds the alarm and/or vibrates. ● When the alarm sounds, drag to left or right to dismiss it. World Clock The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.
Page 169: Timer
1. From home, tap Apps > Clock > Stopwatch. 2. Tap Start to begin timing. 3. Tap Stop to stop timing.  Additional options include LAP to keep track of laps, RESUME to continue timing, and RESET to reset the stopwatch to zero. Timer The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
Page 170: Excel
From home, tap Apps > Microsoft Apps > Excel Galaxy Apps Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy tablet. Note: You must sign in to a Samsung account in order to download Galaxy Apps. ■ From home, tap Apps > Galaxy Apps Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your tablet’s camera or downloaded.
Page 171 While viewing pictures in the Gallery, scroll up the screen to view more albums. Simply tap an album to view the photos or videos in that album. If you have downloaded any photos and videos, these will be placed in the All downloads album. 1.
Page 172: Google Hangouts
For more information about using Gallery, see View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery, Edit Pictures, and Share Pictures and Videos. Google Hangouts Hangouts is Google's instant messaging service. Use to communicate with other Hangout users, as well as for video calling. Log in to a Google account beforehand (see Google Account).
Page 173 2. Tap Add to start a new Hangout. 3. Type a name, email, number, or circle, or select a contact from the list. 4. Type a message or tap to start a video chat.  A chat window or a video chat window opens. ...
Page 174: Google Maps
 If a friend is not in a Hangout, you will see a message. Tap Send invitation to invite them to join the Hangout. Hangouts Operations ● Ending a Video Chat: In the video chat window, tap ● Disabling Chat History: If you don’t want to keep chat history, in the chat window, tap More options >...
Page 175 Note: The first time you access Maps, you may be prompted to accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Tap Accept & continue to continue. 2. Tap in the search box to start a search. 3. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., and then tap a candidate in the results list. ...
Page 176: Google Play Movies & Tv
Google Maps Operations ● Viewing Current Location: From the Maps app, tap ● Obtain Useful Area Information for Current Location: Tap the Search field, enter the information you are looking for, and then tap a result to view it. ● View Traffic Information, Aerial Photos, Etc.: Tap Menu and then tap Traffic, Satellite, Google Earth, or other options.
Page 177 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Play Music  The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. To view additional music options, tap Menu and select an option (My Library, Playlists, Instant Mixes, or Shop). 2. Tap an item from the category window and then tap a song. ...
Page 178 Feature Description Music image/album name Display music images and album names (if available). Music title/artist Displays music title and artist (if available). Next song Play the next song. Options menu Access the options menu. Play/pause Play or pause the current song. Previous song Play the previous song.
Page 179: Google Search
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Play Music  The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. 2. Tap Menu to view your library, playlists, or access Google Play Music online. 3. From a list displaying songs, tap More options next to a song you want to add to a playlist.
Page 180 1. From home, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps > Google > Google  The Search window opens. 2. Type your search keywords and tap Search  Search results appear.  To search by voice, tap in the search bar and speak your search terms. Google Search Options Note: To set Google Search options, from the main Google Search screen, press the Back key ●...
Page 181: Use Google Voice Search
Use Google Voice Search Use your voice to search instead of typing, with Google Voice Search. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Voice Search  The Voice Search window opens. 2. Speak your search terms.  Search results appear. Instagram Capture and share photos and videos with your friends.
Page 182: Messenger
Messenger Send instant messages with all your friends using Facebook’s Messenger app. Install Messenger 1. From home, tap Apps > Messenger 2. Tap Download, and then follow the prompts to accept access requirements and update the app. Use Messenger ■ From home, tap Apps >...
Page 183: Play Music
Play Music 1. From home, tap Apps > Music  The music app opens to the Playlists category. • The default categories are Playlists, Tracks, Albums, Artists, Genres, Folders, and Composers. Tap the drop-down list at the upper left corner and tap a category to display Useful Apps and Features...
Page 184 2. Scroll through the list and tap a song to begin. While playing music, use these controls:  to pause playback. To start playback again, tap  to move to the previous song. Tap to move to the Next song. ...
Page 185 1. From home, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap Playlists, and then use these options:  Tap an existing playlist to play its songs.  Create playlist to create a new playlist. • Enter a name for the playlist and tap Create. •...
Page 186: My Files
• Music auto off: Choose a time period for music to play, after which Music will close. • Smart volume: When enabled, Music automatically adjusts the volume of all songs to an equal level. My Files My Files allows you to manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one convenient location.
Page 187: Onenote
From home, tap Apps > SideSync 3.0 Video Play videos stored on your tablet, or from your other devices (you must sign in to your Samsung account to play videos synced from your other devices). 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 188: Word
3. Tap the screen to display playback options, and then tap Pop-up.  The video will continue playing in a floating window. Drag the window to any location on the screen, and use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize the floating window. Word Create and share word processing documents quickly and easily with Microsoft Word.
Page 189 1. From home, tap Apps > YouTube  The YouTube app launches. 2. Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see.  The video plays on your tablet screen.  Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching. Post a Video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your tablet.
Page 190 1. From home, tap Apps > YouTube  The YouTube app launches. 2. Tap Options > Uploads.  The Uploads menu appears. Useful Apps and Features...
Page 191: 1Weather
3. Tap Upload to select a video from your tablet.  Enter a title, description, and tags, and select a privacy setting. 4. Tap Upload  The video is uploaded to your YouTube channel. 1Weather Check weather and forecasts with 1Weather: Widget Forecast Radar, which combines a groundbreaking UI with a power set of weather tools.
Page 192: Lookout
2. Tap Download, and then follow the prompts to accept access requirements and update the app. Use Pages Manager ■ From home, tap Apps > Pages Manager Samsung+ Get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung device. ■ From home, tap Apps > Samsung+ Useful Apps and Features...
Page 193: Connectivity
Connectivity The following topics address your tablet’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IR connectivity, and more. Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and a Computer You can use the supplied USB connector to connect your tablet directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files.
Page 194: Wi-Fi
 Insert the larger end of the cable to the charger/accessory port at the bottom of the tablet.  Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need to remove the USB cable from the charging head to access it. 2.
Page 195: Turn Wi-Fi On And Connect To A Wireless Network
The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Use the Connections setting menu to enable your tablet’s Wi-Fi radio and connect to an available Wi-Fi network.
Page 196 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap ON/OFF again. 3. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it is not an open network), and then tap Connect.
Page 197: Wi-Fi Settings
 Your tablet is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see in the status bar.  The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.
Page 198 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap ON/OFF again. 3. Tap More > Advanced.  The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu appears. Connectivity...
Page 199: Disconnect Wi-Fi
4. Configure your Wi-Fi settings.  Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved. Disconnect Wi-Fi You may want to remove a connected Wi-Fi network. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi Connectivity...
Page 200: Wi-Fi Direct
2. Press and hold the name of the connected access point, and then tap Forget network.  Wi-Fi is disconnected and the network settings are removed.  After “forgetting” an access point, you need to enter the correct password (and other network settings, if required) to reconnect.
Page 201 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. Connectivity...
Page 202: Bluetooth
3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct.  The Wi-Fi Direct settings menu appears.  Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi are unavailable at the same time. 4. If a device is found, tap the device entry to connect.  If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions. 5.
Page 203: Bluetooth Information
Bluetooth Function Cautions Information may not appear correctly on connected devices depending on the transferred data. Bluetooth Information Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with hands-free features, etc. Function Description Audio output Listen to music, etc., wirelessly. Data exchange Exchange data with Bluetooth devices.
Page 204 2. Tap Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on.  Bluetooth is enabled.  To disable Bluetooth, tap ON/OFF again. Connectivity...
Page 205: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the Quick settings button in the notification panel. Drag the status bar down to display the notification panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off. Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless tablet is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.
Page 206 2. Tap Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open.  Nearby devices that are visible or discoverable appear in the “Available devices” list.  If a target device is not detected, tap Scan to search again. 3. Tap a device from the “Available devices” list, and follow the onscreen instructions to pair with the device.
Page 207  The Bluetooth device is paired to your tablet. Unpairing from a Paired Device 1. From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap Settings next to the paired device you wish to unpair. 2. Tap Unpair. Connectivity...
Page 208: Connect To A Paired Bluetooth Device
 The device is unpaired from your tablet. To make another connection with the device, you will need to pair again. Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit.
Page 209: Share Information Using Bluetooth
2. Tap Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open.  Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the “Paired devices” list. 3. Tap a device from the “Paired devices” list.  Your tablet connects to the paired device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the device is connected to your tablet, the Bluetooth connected icon is displayed in the status bar.
Page 210 ● Calendar events ● Contacts ● Audio files The instructions below illustrate sharing information via Bluetooth by describing how to share a contact. Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth Note: Your tablet must be paired with another Bluetooth-enabled device in order to send information. 1.
Page 211: Receiving Data Via Bluetooth
3. Tap More > Share contact > Bluetooth. 4. Tap a paired device to receive the data.  The contact information is sent.  If you see a message to confirm, follow the onscreen instructions. Receiving Data via Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to receive information from another Bluetooth-enabled device, such as a tablet or notebook computer.
Page 212 2. Tap Accept.  The file is sent to your tablet.  When your tablet receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately, drag the status bar down to display the notification panel, and then tap the notification. ...
Page 213: Settings
Settings The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your tablet’s Settings menus. Basic Settings From the home screen, tap Apps > Settings to access your tablet’s settings menu. The table below outlines the top-level settings categories. Category Description Wi-Fi...
Page 214 Set accessibility options such as screen magnification, hearing aid Accessibility compatibility, etc. Accounts Set up accounts such as Samsung, Google, and more. Set up backup options for your tablet, as well as resetting the tablet to its Backup and reset factory defaults.
Page 215: Wi-Fi Settings Menu
 The settings menu opens. Wi-Fi Settings Menu The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options. For more information about using Wi-Fi, see Wi-Fi. Settings...
Page 216 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap ON/OFF again. Settings...
Page 217 3. Tap a Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and tap Connect.  Your tablet is connected to the selected Wi-Fi network.  The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.
Page 218: Bluetooth Settings
Smart Network Switch Smart network switch lets your tablet automatically switch to the wireless network data connection when the current Wi-Fi connection is unstable. 1. From the Wi-Fi settings menu, tap More > Smart network switch. 2. Tap On to enable the feature. Advanced Wi-Fi Settings The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu lets you set up and manage wireless access points.
Page 219 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open. Bluetooth Settings Operations ● Enable Bluetooth: In Bluetooth settings, tap ON/OFF to enable. Settings...
Page 220: Hotspot Settings
 When enabled, confirmation appears for your tablet to be discoverable by other devices. Follow the onscreen instructions. ● Pairing Bluetooth Devices: Make sure the other devices are set to be discovered. From Bluetooth settings, tap the device name in “Available devices” and follow the onscreen instructions.
Page 221 Turn Hotspot On or Off To conserve battery life, turn Hotspot on when you need it and turn it off when you are finished. You can control Hotspot from Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Mobile Hotspot Settings...
Page 222  The Hotspot settings open. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn Hotspot on or off. Note: Turning on Hotspot will turn off Wi-Fi. Configure Hotspot Set up Hotspot to your preferences. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
Page 223 2. Tap Mobile Hotspot 3. Tap More to set these options:  Configure Hotspot: • Network name: View and change the name of your mobile hotspot. • Hide my device: When enabled, your mobile hotspot is not visible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan.
Page 224 • DHCP: Tap to enable or disable DHCP. When DHCP is enabled, your tablet assigns IP addresses to devices that connect to Hotspot. • Starting IP: When DHCP is enabled, view the default starting IP address for assigning IP addresses to connecting devices, or enter a enter a valid IPv4 address. When other devices connect to your device using DHCP, the IP address your tablet assigns will be between the Starting IP and Ending IP.
Page 225: Airplane Mode
2. Tap Mobile Hotspot 3. Tap More > Allowed Devices. 4. Tap Add, and then enter the other device’s Device name and MAC address. Consult the other device’s settings to find these details. 5. Tap OK to add the device to the Allowed devices list. Airplane Mode When you enable Airplane mode, your tablet disconnects from all networks, meaning you cannot use make calls, send or receive messages, or access the Internet.
Page 226 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Airplane mode 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable Airplane mode. Settings...
Page 227: Data Usage Settings
Note: You can also enable or disable Airplane Mode through the notification panel quick settings (drag down the status bar and tap Airplane mode), or though the Power/Lock key (press and hold the Power/Lock key and then tap Airplane mode). Data Usage Settings The Data usage menu lets you view your tablet’s mobile and Wi-Fi data usage, set data limits, restrict hotspot usage, and more.
Page 228 2. Tap Data usage  The data usage window opens. Data Usage Settings Operations ● Enable Mobile Data: Tap ON/OFF next to Mobile data. ● Enable Restrictions on Mobile Data Usage: Tap ON/OFF next to Limit mobile data usage, and then drag the horizontal limit slider up or down to set the data usage limit. ...
Page 229: Mobile Networks Settings
 This setting stops some apps and services from working unless your tablet is connected to a Wi-Fi network.  This setting is available when Limit mobile data usage is on. ● View Both Mobile Data and Wi-Fi Usage: Tap More > Show Wi-Fi usage. ...
Page 230: More Connection Settings
2. Tap Mobile networks 3. Configure options:  Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. Available options depend on your tablet’s features.  Data roaming: When you are outside your home network area, your tablet can still connect to other networks that your provider supports via roaming. There may be additional costs for accessing networks while roaming, so you may want to control your tablet’s roaming behavior with Roaming settings.
Page 231 More Connection Settings Options Setting Description Tethering Share your device’s mobile data connection via USB or Bluetooth. Printing Set up printers to print from your tablet. Add a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Ethernet Manage your Ethernet connections. Access More Connection Options 1.
Page 232: Tethering Settings
2. Tap More connection settings 3. Set items.  Your settings are saved and implemented. Tethering Settings Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device via USB cable or by Bluetooth. Note: Using the tethering feature consumes battery power and uses data services. Settings...
Page 233 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More connection settings 2. Tap Tethering and choose an option:  Bluetooth tethering: Pair your device with the computer via Bluetooth. Consult the computer’s documentation for more information about configuring your computer to pair via Bluetooth.
Page 234: Printing
 USB tethering: Connect the computer to your tablet via USB cable, and then tap USB tethering to turn tethering on. Printing You can print from your tablet, via Wi-Fi, to an optional compatible printer (not included). Your tablet and the optional printer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Page 235 2. Tap Printing.  The Printing settings screen displays. 3. From the Printing settings screen, tap Download plug-in. 4. Follow the prompts to download and install a print driver from the Google Play store. 5. Choose a print service from the list, and then tap ON/OFF to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to add a printer.
Page 236: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) From your tablet, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network.
Page 237 2. Tap Screen lock type > Password. Note: For credential storage, you can also use Pattern, PIN, or Fingerprints screen lock types. See Screen Lock. 3. Enter a new password (at least four characters long, including at least one letter) for the credential storage, tap Continue, confirm the password, and then tap OK.
Page 238  The password is set, allowing secure credential storage. 5. On the Lock screen and security window, tap Other security settings. 6. Tap Trust agents, and then tap your preferred system and user credentials.  Your secure credentials storage is set. Settings...
Page 239: Add A Vpn Connection
You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network. Your network administrator can tell you how to do this. Add a VPN Connection Use the More networks settings menu to add a VPN connection to your tablet. 1.
Page 240 2. Tap More connection settings > VPN.  The VPN settings window appears. 3. Tap More > Add VPN, and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add.  Information may include Name, Type, Server address, PPP encryption (MPPE), and advanced options.
Page 241  Set up all options according to the security details you have obtained from your network administrator. 4. Tap Save.  Your VPN is added to the VPNs section of the VPN settings window. Access the VPN Settings Window 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 242 2. Tap More connection settings > VPN.  The VPN settings window appears. Connect to a VPN 1. From the VPNs section of the VPN setting window, tap the VPN that you want to connect to. Settings...
Page 243 2. When prompted, enter your login credentials, and then tap Connect.  You will connect to the selected VPN.  When you are connected, a VPN connected icon appears in the notification area. 3. Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network. Settings...
Page 244 Disconnect from a VPN 1. Drag the status bar down to open the notification panel. 2. Tap the VPN connection to display the VPN connection window. Settings...
Page 245: Sounds And Notifications Settings
3. Tap Disconnect to disconnect from the VPN.  Your tablet disconnects from the VPN.  When your tablet has disconnected from the VPN, you will see a VPN disconnected icon in the notification area of the status bar. Sounds and Notifications Settings The Sounds and notifications settings menu lets you control your tablet’s audio, from alerts to tap tones and notifications.
Page 246: Sound Mode
Sound Setting Description Configure the Do not disturb feature to mute calls and alerts at will or on a Do not disturb schedule, as well as set exceptions. App notifications Configure notifications for apps installed on your tablet. Sound Mode You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made.
Page 247: Volume
Volume Set the system volume level, and set default volume for notifications and other media. Note: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sounds and notifications 2.
Page 248: Sounds
 Media  Notifications  System Sounds Choose a system sounds and tones. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sounds and notifications Settings...
Page 249: Vibrations
2. Tap Sounds for options:  Default notification sound: Choose a default sound for notifications.  Calendar notifications: Tones play and/or the tablet vibrates to remind you of events.  Email notifications: Tones play and/or the tablet vibrates when new emails arrive. ...
Page 250 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sounds and notifications 2. Tap Vibrations for options:  Vibration intensity: Choose the intensity of vibrations.  Vibration feedback: The tablet vibrates when soft keys are tapped and for certain software actions. Settings...
Page 251: Sound Quality And Effects
 Keyboard vibration: The tablet vibrates when you tap the keyboard. Sound Quality and Effects Select options for sound quality while headphones or compatible Bluetooth headsets or speakers are connected. Note: Sound effects are only available when a set of headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset is connected.
Page 252: Display Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sounds and notifications 2. Set notification sound options:  Do not disturb: Silence all calls and alerts during scheduled times. You can allow exceptions.  App notifications: Allow or block notifications from individual apps. Display Settings Adjusting your tablet’s display and wallpaper settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help increase battery life.
Page 253 Display Setting Description Smart stay Set the tablet display to stay on for as long as you are looking at it. Select a screen display mode to optimize it for the content being Screen mode displayed. Set the length of time the Recent Apps key and Back key Touch key light duration remain lit after you touch them.
Page 254: Motions And Gestures
2. Tap Display 3. Set your display options:  Brightness: Set the screen brightness, or set the brightness level to Auto.  Font: Choose the default font.  Screen timeout: Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. ...
Page 255 Access Motions and Gestures Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Motions and gestures . You can swipe through the screens at the top to read about each motion and gesture. Settings...
Page 256: Applications Settings
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn a feature on. When a feature is on, tap the feature name to configure options:  Mute: Mute incoming calls and alarms by placing your hand on the screen or turning the tablet over.  Palm swipe to capture: Capture the screen by swiping the edge of your hand across the screen, from side to side, keeping in contact with the screen.
Page 257: Application Manager
2. Tap Applications 3. Scroll down to Application settings to see all of the pre-loaded apps. Tap on an app to view and configure its settings. Application Manager Check installed applications and running applications. Items that can be checked in the Application manager are as follows.
Page 258 Access the Application Manager 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2. Tap Application manager. 3. Tap items to view details.  Check your application settings condition and access additional options. Settings...
Page 259: Default Applications
Note: Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or disable the app, clear cache and data, and more. Default Applications Set or clear default applications for certain built-in features of the tablet. 1.
Page 260: Calendar Settings
2. Tap Default applications. 3. Tap each default setting to see what services or applications are available to set as the default.  Home: Choose a default home screen mode.  Clear defaults: Tap Clear to clear defaults. Calendar Settings Configure settings for your tablet’s Calendar app.
Page 261 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2. Tap Calendar to configure these options:  First day of week: Choose a day to start each calendar week.  Show week numbers: Enable or disable display of week numbers on the calendar. Settings...
Page 262: Camera Settings
 Hide declined events: When enabled, events for which you declined the invitation are not shown on the calendar.  7-day weather forecast: When enabled, weather information from AccuWeather.com displays on the calendar.  Notification: • Notification sound: Choose a sound for calendar event notifications. •...
Page 263: Contacts Settings
2. Tap Camera to configure these options:  Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake. Anti-shake helps to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving (rear camera only).  Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects. ...
Page 264 2. Tap Contacts to configure options:  Import/Export contacts: Import contacts from your tablet’s internal memory and export contacts to your tablet’s internal memory.  Move device contacts to: Move contacts saved on your device to your Google or Samsung accounts. Settings...
Page 265: Email Settings
 Contacts to display: Choose contacts to display in Contacts. You can choose only contacts from your tablet’s memory, or from an account, or choose other sources. You can also create a customized list of contacts to display.  Sort by: Choose how contacts are sorted, by first or last name. ...
Page 266 2. Tap Email to configure options. General email settings, which affect all email accounts, include:  Manage accounts: Configure options for specific accounts. Available settings depend on the type of account.  Add account: Add additional email accounts.  View as: View emails in Standard format, or as Conversations. ...
Page 267 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2. Tap Email, and then tap an account to set its options. Individual email account settings may vary; see your service provider for details. Common settings include:  Sync account: Configure options for synchronizing your tablet with your account: ...
Page 268: Internet Settings
 Out of office settings: Configure options for automatically sending replies when you are out of the office.  Folder sync settings: Choose which folders to sync.  Period to sync Calendar: Choose the period for synchronizing calendar events between your tablet and account.
Page 269 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2. Tap Internet to configure options:  Homepage: Choose a homepage to display when you launch Internet.  Default search engine: Choose a default search engine.  My Auto fill profile: Manage your Auto fill profile. Settings...
Page 270: Music Settings
 Manual zoom: Override website requests to control zoom level.  Privacy: Choose options related to privacy.  Advanced: Choose settings to control how the browser treats content. Music Settings Set options for the Music application. Tip: You can also access Music settings from the Music app. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 271: Weather Settings
2. Tap Music to configure settings:  Play speed: Touch and drag the slider to set the default speed for music playback.  Music auto off: Choose a time period for music to play, after which Music will close.  Smart volume: Automatically adjust the volume of all songs to an equal level.
Page 272 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2. Tap Weather to configure options:  Unit: Select Celsius or Fahrenheit.  Auto refresh: Choose how often weather information is updated.  Use current location: Use your tablet’s current location to get local weather information. Settings...
Page 273: Users
 Weather notifications: Receive notifications when there is a chance of rain, snow, or hail.  Lock screen: Show weather information on the Lock screen.  Calendar: Show weather information in the Calendar app. Users You can share this tablet with multiple people by creating user accounts. Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and so on.
Page 274: Lock Screen And Security Settings
Change the Wallpaper 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wallpaper 2. Tap the screens for which you want to change the wallpaper. 3. Tap a wallpaper to preview it. 4. Tap Set as wallpaper to set the selected wallpaper for the screen or screens. If you have selected an image from Gallery, tap Done to apply it as wallpaper.
Page 275 Setting Description Screen lock type Set your screen lock. Select items to show on the Lock screen, like a Dual clock, the Weather, Show information and Owner information. Notifications Show content and notifications on the Lock screen. Set the effect shown when the Lock screen wakes up. Available only Unlock effect with the Swipe lock.
Page 276: Screen Lock
Access Lock Screen and Security Options ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security  The Lock screen and security settings window displays. Screen Lock You can increase the security of your tablet by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, enter the correct password, or scan your fingerprint to unlock the tablet’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen.
Page 277 Access Screen Lock Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security  The Lock screen and security settings window displays. 2. Tap Screen lock type.  The Screen lock type settings window displays. Settings...
Page 278 Use Swipe to Unlock the Screen ■ From the Screen lock type menu, tap Swipe to save the setting.  The screen lock is set. Use a Screen Unlock Pattern 1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Pattern. Settings...
Page 279 2. Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal direction. Lift your finger from the screen when finished.  The tablet records the pattern. 3. Tap Continue. 4. When prompted, draw the screen unlock pattern again, and then tap Confirm. Settings...
Page 280  The screen unlock pattern is saved. 5. Enter a backup PIN, tap Continue, re-enter the PIN, and tap OK to save your screen unlock pattern.  The screen lock is set.  If you fail to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again.
Page 281 Use a Screen Unlock PIN 1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap PIN. 2. Enter a PIN, tap Continue, re-enter your PIN, and tap OK to save the setting.  The screen lock is set  If you fail to enter the correct PIN after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again.
Page 282 Use a Screen Unlock Password 1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Password. 2. Enter a password, tap Continue, enter your password again to confirm it, and then tap OK.  The screen lock is set.  If you fail to enter the correct password after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again.
Page 283: Disable The Screen Lock
1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Fingerprints. 2. Follow the prompts to set up your fingerprints. Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor confusing even small areas of two different fingerprints is very low.
Page 284 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security  The Lock screen and security settings window displays. 2. Tap Screen lock type.  The Screen lock settings menu opens. 3. Draw your unlock screen pattern, enter your PIN or password, or scan your fingerprint. Settings...
Page 285: Device Security
4. Tap None.  The screen lock is disabled. Device Security Configure security for your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security Settings...
Page 286 Make passwords visible: Display password characters briefly as you type them.  Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates.  Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis.  Device administrators: Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.
Page 287: Privacy
 Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.  Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected. Available only with Pattern, PIN, Password, and Fingerprint locks.  Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, preventing access to other features of your tablet.
Page 288: Location Settings
Access Privacy Settings ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy  The Privacy settings window displays. Location Settings Your Location services settings menu lets you select how your tablet determines its location (using the wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither). Enable Location Services Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your tablet’s location services.
Page 289 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy 2. Tap Location. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable Location services.  Your tablet’s location services are enabled.  If you see a confirmation, follow the onscreen instructions to connect. Settings...
Page 290 Changing Location Method You can change the methods used for determining your location. Note: Location must be turned on to change locating method. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy 2. Tap Location. Settings...
Page 291: Location Services
3. Tap Locating method. 4. Select a locating method. Each mode has a description of which method or methods are used to estimate your location.  Your tablet’s locating method is set. Location Services Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited.
Page 292: Private Mode
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy 2. Tap Location. 3. Tap Google Location History and sign in to your Google Account for more options. Private Mode Private mode allows you to hide and protect content you want to keep private using supported apps. You must configure a security lock to use Private mode.
Page 293: Report Diagnostic Info
Activate Private Mode 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy > Private mode. 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Private mode. 3. Follow the prompts to set security for Private mode. Report Diagnostic Info You can choose to enable reporting of diagnostic info when your tablet experiences technical problems. Settings...
Page 294: Accessibility Settings
Enable Report Diagnostic Info 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy > Report diagnostic info. 2. Read the consent information and tap Yes to enable. Accessibility Settings The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications. Accessibility Settings Overview The following Accessibility options may be configured: Accessibility Option Description...
Page 295: Vision Accessibility Settings
Accessibility Option Description Set the tablet to beep or vibrate at set intervals to remind you of any Notification reminder unread notifications from selected applications. Dismiss or snooze alarms, calendar events, and timer alerts, and Single tap mode answer or reject incoming calls with a single tap. Import and export your accessibility settings, or share them with other Manage accessibility devices.
Page 296 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accessibility 2. Tap Vision to configure options:  Voice Assistant: Enable the Voice Assistant feature and configure options. When Voice Assistant is on, your tablet speaks descriptions of items you tap or activate on your tablet, to help blind and low-vision users.
Page 297: Hearing Accessibility Settings
 Voice Assistant help: View tutorials on using Voice Assistant.  Dark screen: Keeps your tablet’s screen turned off at all times. When Dark screen is enabled, double-press the Power/Lock key to turn it on or off while using your tablet. ...
Page 298 Turn off all sounds: Sounds made by the tablet during taps, selections, notifications, etc. is muted.  Samsung subtitles (CC): Displays Samsung subtitles where available. Tap ON/OFF to turn the option on or off, and then tap Samsung subtitles to configure options. Settings...
Page 299: Dexterity And Interaction Settings
 Google subtitles (CC): Displays Google subtitles where available. Tap ON/OFF to turn the option on or off, and then tap Google subtitles to configure options like Language, Text size, and Caption style.  Left/right sound balance: Adjust the sound sent to the left and right when using earphones. ...
Page 300 2. Tap Dexterity and interaction to configure options:  Universal switch: Use customizable switches to interact with your tablet and to select items on the screen. Set your personal interaction method by connecting external accessories, tapping the screen, or using the front camera to detect the rotation of your head, the opening of your mouth, and the blinking of your eyes.
Page 301: Configure Other Accessibility Settings
• Magnifier size: set the size of magnification when using Assistant Menu.  Press and hold delay: Choose how long your tablet waits during a tap and hold gesture on the screen, before continuing with the tap and hold action. ...
Page 302: Account Settings
 Manage accessibility: Choose settings for exporting, updating, and sharing the accessibility settings as a file. Note: Additional accessibility services you have installed are displayed under the Services heading. Account Settings The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts.
Page 303 2. Tap Add account.  An Add account window appears. 3. Tap an account type and then follow the onscreen instructions to add the required account information.  The account is added to the accounts list. Settings...
Page 304 Manage Existing Accounts 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts 2. Tap the account type to see the existing accounts.  The account settings menu appears. 3. View and configure your account settings as desired. Settings...
Page 305: Backup And Reset
Samsung account. When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be Restore restored from your Samsung account. Backup account Select the Google account used to back up data. Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings Back up my data to your Google account.
Page 306 Access Backup and Reset Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Backup and reset  The Backup and reset settings window displays. Settings...
Page 307: Factory Data Reset
(for example, if your device is lost or stolen). You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.
Page 308 2. Read the factory data reset information page and tap Reset device. 3. Tap Delete all.  Your tablet will power down and reset itself, which may take up to 10 minutes.  Once the tablet has reset, it will run through the Hands Free Activation and update processes again.
Page 309: Language And Input Settings
Set the language for your display and menus. Default keyboard Set the default method for entering text. Samsung keyboard Set Samsung keyboard options. Google voice typing Set options for Google Voice text entry. Voice input Set your voice search options.
Page 310 Access Language and Input Setting Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Language and input  The Language and input settings window displays. Settings...
Page 311: Battery Settings
Language: Set the display language. Tap a language to assign it.  Default keyboard: Set the keyboard to use for input.  Samsung keyboard: Tap to configure options for the Samsung keyboard.  Google voice typing: Tap to configure options for Google voice typing, including language detection.
Page 312 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Battery 3. Tap Display battery percentage to show the percentage of battery charge remaining on the status bar. 4. Tap items to view details. Settings...
Page 313: Power Saving Mode
 Check your battery condition and access additional options. Power Saving Mode Save battery power by activating Power saving mode, which reduces or turns off certain features to decrease battery consumption. Turn On Power Saving Mode 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 314: Ultra Power Saving Mode
2. Tap Power saving mode. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable Power saving mode.  Power saving mode is activated. 4. Tap Start power saving to enable Power saving mode immediately, or at a selected percentage of battery power. Ultra Power Saving Mode Conserve power and extend your tablet’s battery life by using a minimal home screen layout, limiting the number of usable apps, turning off mobile data when the screen is off, and turning off connectivity features such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Page 315 Turn On Ultra Power Saving Mode 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Battery 2. Tap Ultra power saving mode. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable Ultra power saving mode.  Ultra power saving mode is activated. Settings...
Page 316: Storage Settings
Turn Off Ultra Power Saving Mode ■ From home, tap More > Turn off Ultra power saving mode.  The tablet returns to normal power mode. Storage Settings The Storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your tablet. Storage Settings Overview The storage settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Storage Device...
Page 317: Accessories
Access Storage Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Storage 2. View memory usage for the different types of information stored in your tablet’s memory. Tap an item for more information. Accessories Configure your tablet’s behavior when it is connected to optional accessories (not included). ■...
Page 318 Date and Time Option Description Automatic time zone Set the time zone automatically via the connected wireless network. Set the date manually (only available when Automatic date and time Set date option is disabled). Set the time manually (only available when Automatic date and time Set time option is disabled).
Page 319: Help
2. Tap Date and time 3. Set available date and time options.  Your date and time settings are applied and saved. Help The Help menu provides tips and guidelines to help you use your tablet. Settings...
Page 320: Activate This Device
Access Help 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Help  The Help menu and topics appear. 2. Tap on a topic to view its contents. 3. Tap Search to search for a topic. Activate This Device The Activate this device menu lets you activate a new tablet or use additional self-service options such as checking the status of an in-service tablet.
Page 321: System Update
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Activate this device 3. Follow the prompts to activate your tablet or review your summary.  Your tablet activates. If already activated on an account, you will see a usage and plan summary.
Page 322: About Device
Access System Update ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update  The System Update menu appears. For details about updating your tablet, see Update Your Tablet. About Device The About device menu lets you access important tablet information, search for and apply updates, and view legal and safety information.
Page 323 About Device Item Description Legal information Check copyright information, terms of use, etc. Change the name of your device (other devices see this name when Device name using Mobile hotspot or Bluetooth). Model number Check the tablet’s model number. Android version Check the Android version number.
Page 324 Access About Device Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap About device 3. Select or view available options.  Your tablet information is displayed. Settings...
Page 325: For Assistance
For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your tablet, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information. Sprint Account Information and Help Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding help. Sprint Account Passwords You will need to create passwords to protect access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your data services account.
Page 326: Sprint Support Services
©2015 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners. ©2015 Samsung. Samsung, Galaxy, and S Voice are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android, Chrome, Gmail, Google Maps, Play Music, Play Movies & TV, Drive, YouTube, Photos, Hangouts, Google Mobile Services, and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc.
Page 327: Index
Index 1Weather, 183 Calendar, 148 Add event, 149 4G, 110 About Device, 314 Settings, 252, 254 Accessibility Settings, 286 Sync, 155 Accessory Port, 4 Sync Exchange ActiveSync calendar, 157 Accounts View events, 151 Camera, 120 Add new, 294 Manage, 296 Settings, 144 Activation, 312 Shooting modes, 124...
Page 328 Gallery, 125, 162 Gmail, 77 Internet, 77 Archive threads, 82 Settings, 260 Create account, 27 Keyboard Delete threads, 85 Samsung, 24 Language Settings, 301 Labels, 81 Mute threads, 83 Location New messages, 79 GPS satellites, 280 Read and reply, 79...
Page 329 Touch, 7 Rotate, 10 Touch and Hold, 8 Touchscreen S Voice Settings, 263 Turn off, 43 Samsung Keyboard, 24 Turn on, 44 Samsung+, 184 Turn Device Off, 7 Screen Lock, 268 Turn Device On, 6 Typing, 24 Screen Timeout, 244...
Page 330 Using, 25 Settings, 265 Vibration, 241 Volume, 237, 239 Video (App), 179 Key, 4 Video Camera Wallpaper, 60 Record video, 123 Launch connection, 113 Videos Record, 123 Widgets, 62 Share via Bluetooth, 138 Wi-Fi, 186 Share via YouTube, 142 Settings, 207 Virtual Private Networks (VPN), 228 Turn on and connect, 187 Word, 180...

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