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  • Page 1 User guide.

  • Page 2: User Manual

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

  • Page 3: Legal Notices

    Open Source Software All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by Some software components of this product, including or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’, respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile...
  • Page 4 Modification of Software PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH...
  • Page 5 Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary. Samsung KNOX™ is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security Do you have questions about your with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee Samsung Mobile Device? may be required.

  • Page 6: Legal Information

    Maps, Google Music, Google Now, Chrome, Google MOBILE DEVICE. Hangouts, Picasa, YouTube, and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc. Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Warranty INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE RESOLUTION Wireless Fidelity Alliance, Inc.
  • Page 7 Full written terms and detailed information about the warranty and obtaining service are available on the device at: Settings > About device > Legal information > Samsung legal or you may access the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device at: English samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Applications ..........1 ............34 Apps List Front View ..............35 ..............2 Google Applications ........38 Back View ..............4 Verizon Applications ........42 Assemble Your Device ........6 Other Applications ..........43 Set Up Your Device ......... 9 Calculator ..............45 Set Up Accounts on Your Device...
  • Page 9 My Files Location ..............72 ..............113 Video Player Lock Screen and Security ............74 ....115 Privacy Settings ..........120 Settings ..............77 Accounts ..............121 About Settings ............78 Language and Input ........123 Airplane Mode ............79 Backup and Reset ........126 Wi-Fi Settings ............80 Date and Time ...........128 Bluetooth ..............84...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

  • Page 11: Front View

    Front View USB charger/ Headset jack Accessory port Front camera Recent Back Home key Getting Started Front View...
  • Page 12 Here are some key features found on the front of your device. • Headset jack: Connect an optional headset (not included). • Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself. • Back: Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. •...

  • Page 13: Back View

    Back View Speaker Rear camera Power key SIM card slot Volume key Memory card slot Microphone Getting Started Back View...
  • Page 14 Here are some key features found on the back of your device. • Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos. • SIM card slot: Install the SIM card here. For more information, see “Install the SIM Card” on page • Memory card slot: Install an optional memory card (not included) for storage of files.

  • Page 15: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your 2. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot (as shown) until it clicks into place. device. 3. Close the SIM card slot cover. Install the SIM Card Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are cannot detect the SIM card.

  • Page 16: Charge The Battery

    Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries that 3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and are approved by Samsung . Samsung accessories remove the USB cable from the device when are designed to maximize battery life.
  • Page 17 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is low and has only a few minutes of battery power remaining, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.

  • Page 18: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. To set a personal screen lock, use the ► Press and hold the Power key until the device Screen lock option.
  • Page 19 Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 115. To unlock your device: ► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag your finger across the screen.

  • Page 20: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Set Up Accounts on Your Device Samsung Account Google Account Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung Your new device uses your Google Account to fully content and apps on your device. When you turn on utilize its Android...
  • Page 21 “Factory Data Reset” on page 126. Caution: 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. Enable Factory Reset Protection...

  • Page 22: Know Your Device

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

  • Page 23: Home Screen

    Home Screen Status bar Status icons Notification icons Widget Apps folder App shortcuts Home screen indicator Apps list Know Your Device Home Screen...
  • Page 24 Here are some features of the Home screen. • Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and notification icons (left). • Status icons: Displays information about the device, such as the network signal strength, battery level, and the time. • Apps folder: Groups multiple apps into a folder. •...

  • Page 25: Manage Home Screens

    The Home screen is the starting point for 2. Use these options to manage screens: • using your device. Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the screens, and then tap Add. Customize your Home screen by adding application •...
  • Page 26 Wallpapers Widgets Change the look of the Home and Lock screens Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or Home screen. Unlike a shortcut, a widget operates choose from preloaded wallpapers. right on the Home screen.

  • Page 27: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts Folders You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. Home screen. Create a Folder Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen You can create a folder on a Home screen. 1.
  • Page 28 Add a Folder to a Home Screen Remove a Folder from a Home Screen Folders created on an Apps screen can be added to a 1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches. Home screen Remove and release it. 2.

  • Page 29: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Home Status Icons screen provides device information (such as 4G LTE active: The device is connected to network status and battery charge) on the a 4G LTE wireless network. right side and notification alerts on the left. Wi-Fi active: Wi-Fi is active.
  • Page 30 Notification Icons New email: New email has arrived. New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived. File download in progress: Download of a file or app is in progress. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent. GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active and acquiring a signal.

  • Page 31: Navigation

    Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate through Touch and Hold your device, and basics for how to customize Activate onscreen items by a touch and hold gesture. screens by editing, sharing, and deleting • Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to items.

  • Page 32: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures Drag To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then move it Control your device by making specific gestures with to a new location. your hand above the device’s screen. • Add a shortcut to the Home screen. Enable Motions •...
  • Page 33 Common Options The device uses basic command options to perform common actions. • More: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This will usually also allow you to select items to delete or share. • Delete: Tap to select items to delete. Often you can tap a checkbox at the top of the screen to select all.

  • Page 34: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Edit Quick settings Settings Manage users Quick settings Screen brightness Outdoor mode Notification card Clear notifications Know Your Device Notification Panel...

  • Page 35: View The Notification Panel

    • View the Notification Panel Settings: Display the Settings screen. • Manage users: Display the Users screen. 1. Swipe down on the Status bar to display the Notification panel. • Outdoor mode: Increase the screen brightness for 2. Scroll down the list to see notification details. 15 minutes for better visibility when outdoors.

  • Page 36: Quick Settings

    Quick Settings In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth , allowing you to quickly turn ® ® them on or off. To view additional Quick settings: 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

  • Page 37: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window controls Know Your Device Multi Window...

  • Page 38: Activate Multi Window

    Activate Multi Window You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view: Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, 1. Tap adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy •...

  • Page 39: Window Controls

    Window Controls Select an application window and tap display the window controls. Control Buttons Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window applications. Drag and drop content: Move items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Some applications may not support this feature.

  • Page 40: Enter Text

    Text can be entered using a keyboard or by Special Keys speaking. Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Use the Samsung Keyboard Control: Touch and hold for quick access Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard. to cut (x), copy (c), paste (v), undo (z), redo (y), and select all (a).
  • Page 41 Apps >  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Keyboard layout: Change the layout of the 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard keyboard. for options. Settings: Access keyboard settings. Note: The available options depend on the application in use.
  • Page 42 2. Tap Language and input > Google voice typing for options. Settings Delete To enable Google voice typing: 1. Tap Google voice typing on the Samsung keyboard. • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it. 2. Speak your text.

  • Page 43: Applications

    Applications Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.

  • Page 44: Apps List

    Apps List Uninstall or Disable Apps The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can uninstall, You can uninstall or disable apps you download and disable, or hide apps from view. install. • Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of the Home screens.
  • Page 45 Organize Your Apps To enable apps after disabling them: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Apps shortcuts can be organized in folders and listed Applications > Application manager. alphabetically or in your own custom order. 2. Swipe to the Disabled screen and tap the app you Change the Order Apps Are Listed want to enable.
  • Page 46 Use Folders to Organize Apps Remove Folders 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. Remove folders on an Apps screen without deleting the apps inside. 2. Tap Edit. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 3. Touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box displays.

  • Page 47: Google Applications

    Google Applications Drive Enjoy these applications from Google. Open, view, rename, and share your Note: Certain applications require a Google Account. Google Docs and files. Visit google.com to learn more. Visit drive.google.com to learn more. Chrome Gmail Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from Send and receive email with Gmail, your computer to your mobile device.

  • Page 48: Google Settings

    Google Google Settings Search not only the Internet, but also the Quickly and easily change Google app apps and contents of your device. settings to suit your preferences. Note: You must be signed in to the Google Now application in which you want to configure. Works in the background to collect (For example, sign in to Google+ in order to information you regularly look up and...

  • Page 49: Play Music

    Maps Play Movies & TV Find your current location, get directions, Watch movies and TV shows purchased and other location-based information. from Google Play. You can stream them instantly, or download them for viewing Visit google.com/maps to learn more. when you’re not connected to the Internet. You can also view videos saved on Note: You must enable location services your device.

  • Page 50: Voice Search

    Voice Search Use voice commands to search the web with Google. YouTube View and upload YouTube videos, right from your device. Visit youtube.com to learn more. Applications Google Applications...

  • Page 51: Verizon Applications

    Verizon Applications Mobile Hotspot Enjoy these applications from Verizon Wireless. Use your device as a Mobile Hotspot. For more information, see Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid “Mobile Hotspot” on page verizonwireless.com subscription. Visit to learn more, or contact your service provider for additional information.

  • Page 52: Other Applications

    Other Applications Audible There are also other apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Download audio books to enjoy on your device. Amazon go90 Shop at Amazon.com from your device. Watch primetime shows, live music, sports, Visit Amazon.com to learn more.

  • Page 53: Setup Wizard

    TV to your personal Watch list. Samsung Milk Music Stream music with a radio service that offers a simple way to find the music that is right for you. With a library of over...

  • Page 54: Calculator

    Calculator Additional Functions The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. To clear the calculator history: Basic Operation ► Tap Clear history. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard: 2.

  • Page 55: Calendar

    Calendar Delete an Event Manage your events and tasks. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Create an Event 2. Tap to view an event, and then tap Delete. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Add, and then enter the details for 2.
  • Page 56 Create a Task Delete a Task 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as a 2. Tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for the checklist item and is removed once you mark the task day, or tap Tasks.

  • Page 57: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Effect Gallery Record video Timer Take picture Picture size Switch cameras Camera Shooting mode settings Applications Camera and Video...

  • Page 58: Take Pictures

    • Take Pictures Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and videos. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. • Record video: Record a video. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic • Take picture: Take a picture. protective covering from the camera lens.

  • Page 59: Shooting Modes

    Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down Rear camera only • to take a picture. This is the default action of the Volume Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, key while the camera is active. You can also set the exposure value, white balance, and color tone Volume key to act as the video record key or as a zoom while taking pictures.
  • Page 60 Rear camera only Settings to configure settings for Camera. 3. Tap • Available options also vary depending on the Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher camera used. resolution for higher quality. • Both cameras View mode: View your photos and video in •...

  • Page 61: Chrome

    Chrome The Google Chrome app allows you to use the Google Chrome web browser on your device. Chrome. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Read the Google Chrome Terms of Service and tap Accept & continue. 3. If you have an existing Chrome account, tap Add an account to bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and omnibox data from your computer to your tablet.

  • Page 62: Clock

    Clock Alarm The Clock app features an Alarm and a World Clock. Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. Create an Alarm 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: Create an alarm event.

  • Page 63: Delete An Alarm

    • Options: View and set the following options: Delete an Alarm Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. will use sound, vibration, or vibration and 2. Tap Alarm. sound to alert you. 3.
  • Page 64 Timer To remove a city from the main World Clock screen: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 2. Tap World clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 65: Contacts

    Google, Email, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Facebook, and your Samsung account. 2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters to find contacts that match. For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see –...

  • Page 66: Add A Contact

    • Add a Contact Tap Add another field to add more contact information. Use the following procedure to add a new contact. 3. Tap Save. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Edit a Contact Create contact, and then tap contact fields 2.

  • Page 67: Share A Contact

    Share a Contact 3. Tap Link another contact, and then choose contacts to link to the original contact. When you share a contact, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can share a vCard via 4. Tap Link. Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a message, or save it to a storage location.

  • Page 68: Delete Contacts

    Favorites Delete Contacts You can delete a single contact or choose multiple When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily contacts to delete. accessible from other apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Mark Contacts as Favorites 2. Touch and hold a contact to select it.
  • Page 69 Groups Rename a Group 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team.

  • Page 70: Delete A Group

    Send an Email to a Group Delete a Group You can send an email to members of a group. Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted. Apps > Apps > Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap 2.
  • Page 71 Contact Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Next to the Contacts heading on the left side, tap More > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications Contacts...

  • Page 72: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and manage all The device communicates with the appropriate server to set up your account and synchronize your email. your email accounts in one application. When complete, your email appears in the Inbox for the account.
  • Page 73 Manage Your Inbox 2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address, or tap Add Recipient to select a recipient from There are several tools available from the Inbox Contacts or Groups. screen. • If manually entering recipients, enter additional ►...

  • Page 74: Email Settings

    Remove Email Accounts To remove an Email account: Apps > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap the account you want to delete, and then tap Remove. Email Settings Use the Email Settings to configure your Email preferences.

  • Page 75: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. 3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap an image or video to view it, or first tap an album Note: Some functions described in this section are only or folder and then tap an image or video. available if there are images or videos in the Gallery.

  • Page 76: Play Videos

    Play Videos Delete Images and Videos Apps > Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a folder to open it. 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap a video to view it. 3.

  • Page 77: Memo

    Memo Manage Memos Use the Memo app to write and save notes on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo. 2. Browse memos by scrolling up or down. Compose a Memo 3. To search for a memo, tap Search. 1.

  • Page 78: Message

    Message+ This section describes how to create and 4. Tap Type a message, and then enter your message. The following options are available: send a message using the Message+ app. • Attach: Attach an item, such as a postcard, Create and Send Messages picture, video, audio recording, Glympse location, location, contact card, or song.

  • Page 79: Read Messages

    Read Messages Reply to Messages When you receive a message, your device notifies you Messages you exchange with another person are by displaying New message in the Status bar. displayed as conversations in the Messages app, so you can see all the messages in one place. To access a new message: 1.

  • Page 80: Delete Messages

    Protect a Message from Deletion Delete Conversations You can lock a message so that it will not be You can delete all the messages you’ve exchanged deleted even if you delete the other messages in with another person. the conversation. 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 81: My Files

    My Files • Access files stored on your device, including Download history: View all apps and files that have been downloaded to the device. images, videos, songs, and sound clips. • Device storage: View folders and files located on the device. To view files in My Files: •...
  • Page 82 My Files Options ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > The following options are available: • Search: Search for a file or folder. • More: Tap for the following options: Edit: Remove, add a shortcut to, or view details about recently accessed files. Clear recent file history: Clear the Recent files category.

  • Page 83: Video Player

    Video Player Play videos stored on your device. Video list File name More options Playback position Volume Move Move controls left controls right Pop-up Screen ratio Rewind Fast-forward Pause or Play Applications Video Player...
  • Page 84 • Access the Video Player Video list: See the current video playlist. • Apps > Video. More options: View more options. 1. From a Home screen, tap • 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. Volume: Adjust the volume. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins •...
  • Page 85 Use Pop-up Player Change the Video Screen Size Multitask with Pop-up player by transforming your You can change the size of the video during video video player into a pop-up window. The video will playback. continue to play, and the pop-up window can be 1.

  • Page 86: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the Home screen, apps, and features.

  • Page 87: About Settings

    About Settings Access Settings ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > – or – Drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap Settings About Settings...

  • Page 88: Airplane Mode

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

  • Page 89: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings • Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain types of If a Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device is not connected to it, Wi-Fi available displays. Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). It may also display if there is a communication issue Communication requires access to a with the target wireless Access Point (AP).
  • Page 90 Wi-Fi Options Manually Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on. 1.
  • Page 91 • Advanced: MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when Smart network switch: Automatically connecting to some secured networks switch between mobile data and Wi-Fi to (not configurable). maintain a stable Internet connection. IP address: View your device’s IP address Show Wi-Fi pop-up: Display a pop-up (not configurable).
  • Page 92 Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections through Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct.

  • Page 93: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Scan for Bluetooth Devices Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology that allows you to connect When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. such as headsets and hands‑free car 1.

  • Page 94: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish operations may be different, and functions such as trusted connections between your device and another transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth device.
  • Page 95 Review Files Received through View Help Bluetooth You can access help topics for the Bluetooth feature. When you receive files from another device through Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap   Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth 2.

  • Page 96: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. 3. Tap More for other options: • Restrict background data: Restrict some Note: Your service provider may account for data usage apps and services from working unless you differently. are connected to a Wi-Fi network. •...

  • Page 97: More Settings

    More Settings The More settings allow you to configure a Turn Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot On or Off variety of communication settings for your Activate your device’s Mobile Hotspot application device. to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet connection. Mobile Hotspot Apps >...
  • Page 98 Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot Allowed Devices List Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your Control whether devices can connect to your Mobile device’s Mobile Hotspot. Hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and 1.
  • Page 99 Tethering Change the Mobile Hotspot Password Change your mobile hotspot password to protect your Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet portable network. connection with a computer that connects to your device with a USB cable or by Bluetooth. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 100: Mobile Networks

    Consult Verizon Wireless for information. Printing 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 2. Tap More > Mobile networks for options: • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 101: Edit Or Delete A Vpn

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Edit or Delete a VPN 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). More > VPN. You must set a screen lock pattern, PIN, or password 2. Tap either Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN. before setting up a VPN.

  • Page 102: Nearby Devices

    Nearby Devices View Your Verizon Account Share your media files with nearby devices through View your Verizon account and data plan information. Wi-Fi. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can More > View Verizon Account. access your data.

  • Page 103: Sounds And Notifications

    Sounds and Notifications Volume Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and Set the system volume level, and set default volume for other activities. notifications and other media. Note: You can also set System volume from the Home Sound Mode screen by pressing the Volume key.
  • Page 104 3. Tap On/Off to enable each option: unlock the screen. • SoundAlive+: Recreate the effects of rich • Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the surround sound. Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Tube Amp: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube amplifier. Settings Sounds and Notifications...
  • Page 105 Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen This setting allows you to block all notifications and You can select what notifications, if any, appear on the alerts. The options below determine what notifications Lock screen. can make sounds, and during what time periods you 1.
  • Page 106 App Notifications Configure notifications for each app on your tablet. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > App notifications. 3. Scroll through the alphabetical list of apps and tap the app to set the notification. Settings Sounds and Notifications...

  • Page 107: Display And Wallpaper

    Display and Wallpaper Outdoor Mode Adjust display options and features, including screen brightness, font options, and more. You can adjust the screen brightness for easier viewing when outdoors. Brightness 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings, 2.
  • Page 108 Wallpaper Font Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with You can set the font size and style for all text that wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose displays on the screen. from preloaded wallpapers. 1.

  • Page 109: Screen Rotation

    Screen Rotation Smart Stay Set the screen to rotate when the device is rotated Using the front camera to detect your face, the screen (landscape or portrait). will not time out as long as you are facing the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 110 Daydream The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to display colors, or display photos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2.

  • Page 111: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: • Mute: Mute sounds and video by placing your hand on the screen while the screen is on.

  • Page 112: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and usage. Mount, To increase available memory: unmount, or format an optional memory card 1. Tap Cached data to clear all cached data for all (not included). apps. Tap Delete to confirm. 2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary files Device Memory individually, and then tap Delete.

  • Page 113: Install A Memory Card

    Install a Memory Card Mount a Memory Card You can use a microSD or microSDHC card When you install a memory card (not included), it is (not included) to add additional memory space to automatically mounted (connected to the device) and your device.

  • Page 114: Remove A Memory Card

    Remove a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored Warning: When formatting an memory card on the memory card (not included), unmount the card (not included), you will want to backup your music before removing it from the device. and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes all the stored data.

  • Page 115: Battery

    Battery • View how battery power is used for Battery Chart: The battery level displays as a percentage. The amount of time the battery device activities. Conserve battery power has been used also displays. Tap the chart to by automatically adjusting the screen view History details.

  • Page 116: Applications Settings

    Applications Settings Use the Application manager to manage the Memory Usage system requirements of your applications. See how memory is being used by Downloaded or You can also configure your Default Running applications. application settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 117 Downloaded 3. Tap an application to view and update information about the application, including memory usage, Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. default settings, and permissions. The following actions are available: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap •...

  • Page 118: Running Services

    SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your View and control services running on your device. memory card (not included). Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Applications > Application manager. 2.
  • Page 119 Disabled Services 3. Tap an application to view and update information about the application, including memory usage, View and configure disabled apps on your device. default settings, and permissions. The following options are displayed: Note: This screen only displays if you have disabled an •...

  • Page 120: Default Applications

    Default Applications Applications Settings Shortcuts Set and manage your default applications. Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2.

  • Page 121: Users

    Users Delete a User or Profile Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User accounts. Users have their 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > own space, which they can customize with 2. Tap Users. their own apps, wallpaper, and more. Users 3.

  • Page 122: Location

    Location Recent Location Requests Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require one or more location services be Apps that have requested your location are listed turned on for full functionality. under Recent location requests. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 123: Location Services

    Location Services Google uses Location History 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. Note: A Google Account is required in order to use this feature.

  • Page 124: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock Screen and Security Choose settings for locking and unlocking 3. If you choose a secure Lock screen option (Pattern, PIN, or Password), select your notification your screen, as well as other security settings: settings. • Show content • Set a Screen Lock Hide content •...

  • Page 125: Unknown Sources

    Unknown Sources Encrypt Your Data Enable installation of non-Google Play applications. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your device each time you power it on or encrypt the Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap data on a memory card (not included) each time it is connected.

  • Page 126: Set Up Sim Card Lock

    Note: You must activate Lock SIM card before you can Security policy updates: Automatically or change your SIM PIN code. manually check for security policy updates. • Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung through Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Settings Lock Screen and Security...

  • Page 127: Device Administration

    Device Administration Credential Storage Manage your device administrators and application Manage your security certificates. If a certificate installation privileges. authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 128 Advanced Security Protect your device with these advanced security options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for options: • Trust agents: View or disable trusted agents. (This option is available only with secure locks, like Pattern, PIN, and Password.) •...

  • Page 129: Privacy Settings

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

  • Page 130: Accounts

    Accounts Synchronize Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > and social networking accounts. > Accounts. 2. Tap an account type. Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and 3. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that...

  • Page 131: Delete An Account

    Delete an Account Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap > Accounts. 2. Tap an account type. 3. Tap the account. 4. Tap More > Remove account and confirm at the prompt. Settings Accounts...

  • Page 132: Language And Input

    Samsung Keyboard Settings Configure your device’s language and input device settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard Language for the following menus: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 133: Google Voice Typing Settings

    • Google Voice Typing Settings Block offensive words: Hide recognized offensive voice results. Speak rather than type your text entries using Google • Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from a voice typing. connected Bluetooth headset (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 134: Pointer Speed

    • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the 3. Touch and drag the slider to set the speed of the pointer, and tap Ok. Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Settings next to a text-to-speech engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.

  • Page 135: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Factory Data Reset Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing defaults. all data from your device. This action permanently erases ALL data from the Google Account device, including Google or other account settings, Enable backup of your information to Google servers.
  • Page 136 Reset System Settings Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, you must wait 72 hours after changing your password to Reset your system settings back to their defaults. perform a factory data reset on your device. Warning: This action returns your device to its factory Before resetting your device: default settings.

  • Page 137: Date And Time

    Date and Time • By default, your device receives date and Set time: Tap to manually set the time. This option is locked if Automatic date and time time information from the wireless network. is enabled. • When you are outside network coverage, you Select time zone: Tap to manually set the time may want to set date and time information zone.

  • Page 138: Accessibility

    Accessibility • Accessibility services are special features Voice Assistant help: Get help on using Voice Assistant. that make using the device easier for those • with certain physical disabilities. Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all times for privacy. Note: You can download additional accessibility •...
  • Page 139 • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available. Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available. Tap Google subtitles (CC) for options.
  • Page 140 More Settings Services • • Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping TalkBack: Your device provides spoken in a series of four to eight directions. feedback to help blind and low-vision users. • • Direct access: Open your accessibility Switch Access: Control your device using settings by pressing the Home Key three times configurable key combinations.

  • Page 141: Help

    Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Help for information about new features, applications, settings, and more. Settings Help...

  • Page 142: About Your Device

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

  • Page 143: System Updates

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

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