Page 1: User Guide
User Guide [UG template version 16a] [Sprint-Samsung-T587P-UM-ENG-101016-FINAL]...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Apps List ............................. 18 SIM Card Phone Number ........................22 Airplane Mode ............................. 23 Enter Text ............................25 Samsung Keyboard ........................25 Google Voice Typing ........................27 Tips for Editing Text ........................28 Google Account ........................... 28 Create a Google Account ......................28 Sign In to Your Google Account....................
Page 3 Update an App ..........................33 Uninstall an App .......................... 34 Get Help with Google Play ......................35 Lock and Unlock Your Screen ......................35 Memory Card ............................37 Install a microSD Card ........................ 37 Unmount and Remove a microSD Card ..................37 View the microSD Card’s Available Memory ................
Page 4 Import Contacts ........................... 66 Back Up Contacts ..........................67 Messaging ..............................69 Text and Multimedia Messaging ......................69 Send a Text Message ......................... 69 Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) ................... 71 Save and Resume a Draft Message ................... 74 New Messages Notification ......................74 Manage Message Conversations ....................
Page 5 Data Connection Status and Indicators ..................106 Browser ............................. 107 Use the Browser ........................107 Add a Bookmark ........................108 View Browser History ........................ 109 Open New Browser Tab ......................110 Browser Settings ........................111 Chrome Browser ..........................111 Facebook ............................112 Google Hangouts ..........................
Page 6 Google Drive ............................. 163 Google Maps ............................. 163 Photos ............................... 165 Google Search ..........................165 Use Google Search ........................165 Samsung Kids ........................... 166 Lookout ............................. 166 Memo ..............................167 My Files ............................. 168 Sprint Family Locator ........................168 Entertainment and Activities........................169 Amazon .............................
Page 7 DraftKings ............................169 Galaxy Apps ............................169 Google Play Movies & TV ......................... 170 Google Play Music ..........................170 Samsung+ ............................173 Sprint Fun & Games.......................... 173 Sprint Music Plus ..........................173 Sprint TV & Movies ........................... 174 YouTube ............................175 Connections Settings ..........................
Page 8 Contacts Settings ........................211 Email Settings ........................... 212 Internet Settings ........................216 Messages Settings ........................217 Weather Forecast Settings ....................... 219 Sound Settings ..........................220 Sound Mode ..........................221 Volume ............................222 Notification Sounds ........................223 Do Not Disturb .......................... 224 System Sounds .........................
Page 9 Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ................ 276 Modification of Software ......................277 Samsung Knox .......................... 277 Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc................277 Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? ..........277 Legal Information ........................278 Index ................................279 viii...
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting Started The following set of topics will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations.
Page 11: Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new tablet. About the User Guide Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy Tab A. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your tablet.
Page 12: 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 Record your voice or ambient sounds for voice recordings and videos.
Page 13 Part Description Access recently used apps. Recent Apps key Display information needed to operate your tablet, such as the call status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides one-tap Touchscreen access to all of your features and applications. Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free listening.
Page 14: Charge The Battery
Charge once every six months before storing or leaving unused for a long period. Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 15: Sim Card
4. After charging, disconnect the tablet from the charger. Unplug the charging head from the outlet, and remove the USB cable from both the tablet  and the charging head. Charge Using a PC Connection Before using a PC connection to charge your tablet, ensure that the computer is turned on. Depending on the type of connection, your tablet’s battery may not charge.
Page 16 ● Return the SIM card to Sprint when canceling subscription. ● Returned SIM cards are recycled for environmental purposes. ● Note that SIM card specifications and performance may change without notice. ● It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on SIM card. Sprint is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.
Page 17: Turn Your Tablet On And Off
Turn Your Tablet On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your tablet on and off. 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...
Page 18: Use The Touchscreen
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. Use the Touchscreen Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures. Tap or Touch When you want to type using the keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or press buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.
Page 19 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 20 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 21: Activate Your Tablet
Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen by moving two fingers inward to zoom out, or spread by moving two fingers outward to zoom in. Activate Your Tablet Follow the instructions below to activate your tablet if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your tablet, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.
Page 22: 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 23 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 24: 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 25: Tablet Settings Menu
Tablet Settings Menu You can customize your tablet’s settings and options through the Settings menu. ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings – or – Drag the notification panel down and tap Settings  The Settings menu displays. For more information, see Connections Settings.
Page 26: Capture Screenshots
Turn Screen Rotation On or Off 1. Open the notification panel by dragging down from the top of the screen. 2. Tap Auto rotate to turn the option off. Tap Portrait to turn the option on. You may need to scroll left or right to see the Screen rotation option. ...
Page 27: 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 28 Set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, Clock and set a timer. Located in the Samsung folder in the apps list. Store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your tablet as well as contacts...
Page 29 Instagram friends. Browse the Internet using a full-featured browser. Located in the Internet Samsung folder in the apps list. ® Lookout Mobile Security provides key security options, such as anti-virus and anti-malware technology, a lost and stolen device locater service, an Lookout application privacy adviser, and a backup service.
Page 30 Choose from a wide Play Store variety of free and paid apps ranging from productivity apps to games. Samsung Kids is a monthly service which provides easy access to Samsung Kids age‑appropriate activities while also using parental security features.
Page 31: Sim Card Phone Number
SIM Card Phone Number Follow the instructions below to display your tablet’s wireless phone number. Note: Your tablet cannot make or receive calls. The phone number is assigned to the SIM card for account identification purposes only. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 32: Airplane Mode
3. Tap Status > SIM card status.  You will see the number listed under My phone number. Airplane Mode Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your tablet on so you can use apps that do not require a signal or data. To turn on airplane mode: 1.
Page 33 2. Tap Airplane mode 3. Tap On/Off to enable Airplane mode.  Your tablet is now in airplane mode. An airplane mode icon displays on the status bar. Note: You can also enable or disable Airplane Mode through the notification panel quick settings (drag down the status bar and tap Airplane mode >...
Page 34: Enter Text
Google Voice Typing for details). The Samsung keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for entering text by tapping keys (like on a computer), along with enhancements and options that allow you to enter text faster and more accurately, such as continuous key input, personalized usage dictionaries, and more.
Page 35 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 36: Google Voice Typing
If you have more than one language selected in Samsung keyboard settings, you can swipe  your finger over Spacebar to switch between languages. Note: The Settings key changes depending on which option was used most recently. For example, if...
Page 37: Tips For Editing Text
Configure Google Voice Typing ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input > Google voice typing. Tips for Editing Text Your tablet gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more. ■...
Page 38 Create a Google Account Online 1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to google.com. 2. On the main page, click Sign-in > Create account. 3. Follow the prompts to create your free account. 4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to confirm and activate your new account.
Page 39: Sign In To Your Google Account
Note: When setting up a new Google Account, either on your tablet or online, you will be prompted to add a secondary email address. Enter a second Gmail address or any other email address from which you currently send and receive email. This address is used to authenticate your account should you ever encounter problems or forget your password.
Page 40: Factory Reset Protection
Google Account username and password. For more information, see Factory Data Reset. 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 Adding a Google Account to your device automatically turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature.
Page 41: Find And Install An App
Find and Install an App When you install apps from Google Play app and use them on your tablet, they may require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet.
Page 42: Request A Refund For A Paid App
Request a Refund for a Paid App If you are not satisfied with an app, you can ask for a refund within 15 minutes of the purchase. Your credit card or other payment method is not charged and the app is uninstalled from your tablet. If you change your mind, you can install the app again, but you cannot request a refund a second time.
Page 43: Uninstall An App
Set Automatic App Updates 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. 3. Tap the app you want to set for auto-update, and then tap Menu > Auto-update.  The app is set to update automatically whenever an update becomes available. Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps.
Page 44: Get Help With Google Play
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 > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > Help & feedback. ...
Page 45 Turn the Screen On and Unlock It 1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock key.  The Lock screen appears. 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 or enter a password ...
Page 46: Memory Card
Memory Card ™ ™ You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC memory card (not included), to add storage for images, videos, music, documents, and other files on your tablet. Install a microSD Card Use the following procedures to install an optional microSD card (not included) in your tablet. 1.
Page 47: View The Microsd Card's Available Memory
View the microSD Card’s Available Memory Use the following procedure to view used and available memory on an optional microSD card (not included). ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Storage > Detail. Format a microSD Card Formatting permanently removes all files stored on an optional microSD card (not included). Note: The formatting procedure erases all the data on an installed card, after which the files cannot be retrieved.
Page 48 To back up your Exchange Mail information: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. 2. Tap On/Off to enable backup of each option (Calendar, Contacts, Email, Tasks). ® 3. Tap More > Sync now to sync your Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync information.
Page 49 1. Locate the Software update icon in the notification area. 2. Drag the status bar down. 3. Tap Software update to open the Software update screen. 4. Tap Install and follow the instructions. The downloading icon appears within the status bar to indicate the tablet is downloading the necessary files.
Page 50: 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 51: Your Tablet's Home Screen
Your Tablet's Home Screen 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 52: 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. Primary shortcuts are application shortcuts that appear in the same location on all of your tablet’s home screens.
Page 53: Status Bar And Notification Panel
Add Home Screens If you want to set up more shortcuts or widgets than you have space for, you can add more home screens. 1. Touch and hold an empty area on a home screen. 2. Scroll through the thumbnail screens to the right until you see a blank screen with the Add icon.
Page 54 Status Bar Layout Main Status Icons Icon Status Bluetooth is active. Bluetooth: Location service is active. Location: Wi-Fi is active. Wi-Fi: Download of a file or app is in progress. File download in progress: Mute mode is enabled. Mute mode: Vibrate mode is enabled.
Page 55 Icon Status Battery is charging. Battery charging: Battery is fully charged. Battery full: Main Notification Icons Icon Notification New email has arrived. New email: New Gmail has arrived. New Gmail: New text or MMS message New message: New Hangouts message has arrived. New Hangouts message: A calendar event is approaching.
Page 56: Notification Panel
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. Open the Notification Panel ■...
Page 57: Multi Window
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 58: Customize The Home Screen
You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view: 1. From any screen, tap Recent apps Recently used apps that support Multi window have a Multi window icon in their title bar.  2. Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch an application in split screen view.
Page 59: Change The Wallpaper
Change the Wallpaper Select and assign your tablet’s background wallpaper. 1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Wallpapers Tip: You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wallpaper 2.
Page 60: Add Shortcuts To The Home Screen
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from 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 the current home screen. 3.
Page 61: Add Widgets To The Home Screen
Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your tablet’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like an application on a Home screen itself. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.
Page 62: Add Folders To The Home Screen
Add Folders to the Home Screen You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access. 1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut you want to place in a folder, and then drag it on top of another shortcut and release it. Type a name for the folder.
Page 63: Making Connections
Making Connections The topics in this section will cover your tablet’s ability to help you make connections, from maintaining contacts to text messages, email, and Internet usage.
Page 64: 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 Microsoft Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends.
Page 65: Add A Contact
Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced  automatically with your 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.  Contacts...
Page 66 Select Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync to sync your contacts automatically with your  Microsoft Exchange account. 4. Enter as much information as you want. Photo: Tap Photo to assign a picture to the contact.  Name: Enter the contact’s name.  Phone number: Enter a phone number for the contact.
Page 67: View Contacts
5. When you have finished adding information, tap Save.  The contact is added. View Contacts View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to view its details. ...
Page 68: Edit A Contact
Edit a Contact Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to view its details.  The contact’s detailed listing appears. 3.
Page 69: Delete A Contact
Delete a Contact You can delete individual and multiple contacts. Delete an Individual Contact 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to view its details.  The contact’s detailed listing appears. 3. Tap More (right) > Delete > Delete. ...
Page 70 Delete Multiple Contacts 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap More (left) > Delete. 3. Tap contacts to select them, and then tap Delete > Delete.  The contacts are deleted. Contacts...
Page 71: Share Contacts
Share Contacts You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, or text messaging. Share an Individual Contact Share individual contacts from the contact view screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap More (right) > Share contact. 3.
Page 72 • Email: Send the information as an email attachment. If prompted, select an email account. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Compose and Send Email for details on sending email. • Gmail: Send the information as a Gmail attachment. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send.
Page 73: Share Multiple Contacts
Share Multiple Contacts You can select multiple contacts to share directly from the contact list view. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap More (left) > Share. 3. Tap contacts to select them, and then tap Share. Contacts...
Page 74 4. Choose to send as either a vCard file (VCF) or Text.  You will see list of sharing methods. When sharing contacts as .vcf files, the follow sharing methods are available:  • Bluetooth: Send the information using Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending using Bluetooth.
Page 75: Import Contacts
• Hangouts: Send the information using Hangouts. • Memo: Save the information in the Memo app. • Messages: Send the information in a text message. Select a contact or enter a wireless phone number or email address, enter any additional information, and then tap Send. For more information on text messaging, see Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).
Page 76: Back Up Contacts
2. Tap More (left) > Settings > Import/Export contacts.  You will see the Import/Export contacts menu. 3. Tap Import. 4. Select a destination for the imported contacts. 5. Follow the 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 using the Cloud, you can manually back them up to your tablet’s memory for re-import if needed.
Page 77 2. Tap More > Settings > Import/Export contacts.  You will see the Import/Export contacts menu. 3. Tap Export.  The contacts are exported to your main device storage folder. Contacts...
Page 78: Messaging
Messaging With wireless service and your tablet’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including text and multimedia messaging, Gmail (Google), and personal and corporate email. Text and Multimedia Messaging With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your tablet and another messaging-ready device.
Page 79 2. On the Messages screen, tap Compose new message 3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can: Enter phone numbers directly in the Enter recipients field. If you are sending the message to  several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma. As you enter information, any matching phone numbers from your contacts list are displayed.
Page 80: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), or appointments (vCalendar). 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 81 4. Tap the Enter message field, and then start composing your message. 5. Tap Attach 6. In the Attach window, select from the following file attachments: Camera: Take a new picture.  Gallery: Attach a picture from the Gallery app. ...
Page 82 • Calendar: Select the calendar event you want to attach. See Calendar. • Location: Add your current location (requires GPS to be turned on) or a location you pick on a map to your message. See Google Maps. • Contacts: Select a contact from your tablet, and then select which contact information you want to attach.
Page 83: Save And Resume A Draft Message
Save and Resume a Draft Message While composing a text or multimedia message, tap Back to automatically save your message as a draft. To resume composing the message: 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages 2. Tap the message to resume editing it. 3.
Page 84: Manage Message Conversations
Manage Message Conversations Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are grouped into conversations or message threads in the Messages screen. Text or MMS conversations let you see exchanged messages (similar to a chat program) with a contact on the screen. Read a Text Message ■...
Page 85 Reply to a Message 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages 2. On the Messages screen, tap a conversation to open it. 3. Tap the text box at the bottom of the screen, enter your reply message, and then tap Send Note: To reply to a text message with a multimedia message, open the text message, tap More and then tap More >...
Page 86: Messages Settings
View Contact Information from a Message When you have received a message from someone in your stored contacts, you can tap the contact’s picture or icon in the conversation to open a menu of options. Depending on the stored contact information, you can view the contact details or send an email message to the contact.
Page 87: Gmail
• Auto retrieve: Choose whether message attachment(s) are automatically downloaded when you display a multimedia message. If you disable this option, only the message header displays in the message list, and you will be prompted to download the attachment(s). • Roaming auto retrieve: Choose whether message attachment(s) are automatically downloaded when your tablet is outside its home network.
Page 88: Create And Send A Gmail Message
Create and Send a Gmail Message Use your tablet to create and send Gmail messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The Gmail Inbox opens. 2. In the Inbox, tap Compose  The Gmail composition window opens. 3.
Page 89: Check Received Gmail Messages
Gmail Composition Options ● Adding Cc/Bcc: In the mail composition window, tap Expand , and then add recipients. ● Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap Attach > Attach file or Insert from Drive. Locate and then tap the picture or video you want to attach. ●...
Page 90 Open Gmail Messages from the Inbox 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. ...
Page 91: Use Gmail Labels
Use Gmail Labels Gmail saves all mail in one box, but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail conversation threads. For example, when a new thread starts with a received mail, the label “Inbox” is automatically added to the thread.
Page 92: Archive Gmail Threads
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. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The Inbox opens. 2.
Page 93: Mute Gmail Threads
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 mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the Inbox. 1.
Page 94: 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 to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Delete ...
Page 95: Search Gmail Messages
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  The Inbox opens. 2. Tap Search 3. Enter your search text and tap Search ...
Page 96: Report Spam Gmail Messages
Report Spam Gmail Messages You can report spam 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 to add a checkmark to it, and then tap More options >...
Page 97: Add Another Google (Gmail) Account
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 > Settings > Accounts > Add account. 2.
Page 98: Switching Between Gmail Accounts
Switching Between Gmail Accounts If you have more than one Gmail account set up, you can switch between them in the Gmail app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The 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. ...
Page 99: Gmail Settings
Gmail Settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual Gmail accounts from the Gmail Settings menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The Primary Inbox opens. 2. Tap Menu > Settings 3.
Page 100: Email
Before setting up an email account, make sure you have the username (user ID), password, server name, etc., so you can get set up successfully. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Email  A window for adding an account appears if no email account has been previously set up.
Page 101: Add An Email Account
Add an Email Account from the Email App You can add email accounts directly from the email app, even if you have another email account set up. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Email  The email inbox opens.
Page 102 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. 3. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account, and then tap Sign in. ...
Page 103: Add An Exchange Activesync 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. You should get all pertinent information for the email account, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before you proceed. Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account If you synchronize your tablet with your Exchange ActiveSync account, you can read, manage, and send email in the same easy way as with a POP3/IMAP account.
Page 104: Compose And Send Email
Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your tablet. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Email  The email inbox opens.
Page 105 2. Tap Compose  The email composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message. To attach pictures or other files to the email, tap Attach, select a file type, and then tap a file  to attach it. For additional options when composing email messages, tap More and select an option.
Page 106: 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 > Samsung > Email  The email inbox opens.
Page 107: Delete An Email Account
Delete an Email Account You can delete an email account from your tablet if you no longer wish to receive messages for the account on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Email  The email inbox opens. Messaging...
Page 108 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap the account name, and then tap Remove > Remove.  The account is deleted from your tablet Messaging...
Page 109: Manage Your Email Inbox
Your email inbox provides management options for viewing, sorting, and deleting your email messages. View Your Email Inbox 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Email  The email inbox opens. 2. Tap the email account at the top of the screen to select a different inbox, or tap Combined inbox to see all your email inboxes at once.
Page 110: Exchange Activesync Email Features
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features Set options for your corporate Exchange ActiveSync email messages, including synchronization options, out-of-office messages, account settings, and so on. To access Exchange ActiveSync settings: 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Email 2. Tap More > Settings. Messaging...
Page 111 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. • Always Cc/Bcc myself: Send a copy of each email you send to yourself. •...
Page 112 • In case of sync conflict: Select whether the device or the server has priority during a sync conflict. • Sync Contacts: Sync your Contacts with your Exchange account. • Sync Calendar: Sync your calendar with your Exchange account. • Sync Task: Sync your tasks with your Exchange account.
Page 113: Internet And Social Networking
Internet and Social Networking The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your tablet, and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Google Hangouts, Instagram, and more. Note: Additional popular social networking apps, such as LinkedIn, Snapchat, and Periscope, may be available for download via Google Play.
Page 114: Your User Name
Your User Name When you buy your tablet and sign up for service, you are automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com”. (For example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.) When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you network.
Page 115: Data Connection Status And Indicators
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. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings >...
Page 116: Browser
Use the Browser Launching the browser is as easy as tapping an icon. ■ From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Internet  The browser opens. The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your tablet's 10-digit ...
Page 117: Add A Bookmark
Add a Bookmark Bookmark favorite sites using the browser menu options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap Bookmarks > Add.  The add bookmark window opens.
Page 118: View Browser History
Delete Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Bookmarks, touch and hold a bookmark, and then tap Delete. View Browser History Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap Bookmarks.  The bookmark window opens.
Page 119: Open New Browser Tab
3. Tap the History tab, and then tap an entry.  The Web page opens. Open New Browser Tab Use tabs to switch between websites quickly and easily. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap New tab  The tab opens.
Page 120: Browser Settings
Browser Settings Configure Internet browser settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Internet 2. Tap More > Settings. For more details, see Internet Settings. Chrome Browser In addition to the default “Internet” Web browser, your tablet supports the Chrome mobile Web browser. If you are signed in with a Google Account, the Chrome browser will import all your bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your tablet.
Page 121: Facebook
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. Chrome Support ■ To find on-tablet help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap More options >...
Page 122: Google Hangouts
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). Using Hangouts 1. From home, tap Apps > Google >...
Page 123: Instagram
3. Type a name, email, number, or circle, or select a contact from the list. 4. Type a message or tap Video to start a video chat.  A chat window or a video chat window opens. Each time text is entered, the corresponding friend appears. ...
Page 124: Messenger
Use Instagram ■ From home, tap Apps > Instagram Messenger Send instant messages with all your friends using Facebook’s Messenger app. Install Messenger 1. From home, tap Apps > Messenger 2. Follow the prompts to update the Messenger app. Use Messenger ■...
Page 125: 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 126 Transfer Files Between the Tablet and a Computer 1. Connect your tablet to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable. Insert the smaller 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 ...
Page 127: Wi-Fi
Note: You can also copy files from your tablet to your computer. For example, if you want to save pictures or videos from your tablet on your computer. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your tablet’s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot.”...
Page 128 3. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it is not an open network), and then tap Connect.  Your tablet is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see Wi-Fi connected in the status bar. The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the ...
Page 129: Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Settings Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options. 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.
Page 130: Disconnect Wi-Fi
Tap More > Advanced.  The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 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 >...
Page 131: Wi-Fi Direct
2. Tap the name of the connected access point, and then tap Forget.  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. Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices using only Wi-Fi, without a wireless access point (network) or using the Internet.
Page 132 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. 3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct in the banner at the top of the screen.  The Wi-Fi Direct settings menu appears. Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi are unavailable at the same time.
Page 133: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless tablets. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet.
Page 134 To enable Bluetooth: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open. 2. Tap On/Off to turn Bluetooth on.  Bluetooth is enabled. To disable Bluetooth, tap On/Off again.  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.
Page 135: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Pair Bluetooth Devices Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Saved Bluetooth devices can be connected simply. Note: Before pairing, turn on Bluetooth on the other device and make sure it is visible or discoverable. To pair Bluetooth devices: 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 136: Connect To A Paired Bluetooth Device
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.  The device is unpaired from your tablet. To make another connection with the device, you will need to pair again.
Page 137: Share Information Using Bluetooth
2. 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 138 2. Tap a contact to send. 3. Tap More > Share contact. 4. Select vCard file (VCF) or Text format. 5. Tap Bluetooth. 6. Tap a paired device to receive the data.  The contact information is sent. If you see a message to confirm, follow the instructions. ...
Page 139: Receiving Data Using Bluetooth
Receiving Data Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to receive information from another Bluetooth-enabled device, such as a tablet or notebook computer. Note: Your tablet must be paired with another Bluetooth-enabled device in order to send information. 1. When another device attempts to send a file to your tablet using Bluetooth, you will see a request to accept the file.
Page 140: Apps And Entertainment
Apps and Entertainment The topics in this section will explore the features that make your tablet so useful and fun, from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more.
Page 141: 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 5 megapixel rear camera and a 2 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 142: 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 143: Record Videos
Record Videos Record high-quality videos using your tablet’s video camera. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap Record  Video recording begins. Tap Pause to pause recording. ...
Page 144: Shooting Modes
Shooting Modes Your tablet’s camera offers many shooting modes, to make your pictures or videos special. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. On the Camera screen, tap Mode to choose a shooting mode. Scroll available modes, and then tap a mode to select it.
Page 145: View Pictures And Videos Using Gallery
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your tablet’s camera, downloaded, or copied to tablet memory. You can also take a look at your pictures and your friends’...
Page 146 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.  More: Choose other options, including:  • Rotate left: Rotate the picture to the left. •...
Page 147 5. For a video, tap a video to select it. When the video is displayed full-screen, you can use these options: Tap Play to play the video.  Favorite: Tag a video as a favorite.  More: Choose other options, including: ...
Page 148: Edit Pictures
Edit Pictures Whether you are browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application, you can tap a picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it, and more. Rotate and Save a Picture 1.
Page 149 3. Tap Edit > Adjustment  A crop box appears on the picture. 4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. Drag your finger inward or outward to resize the crop box. To move the crop box to the part of the picture that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the ...
Page 150 Photo Editor Perform advanced edits on your pictures, including straightening, adjusting the tone, adding visual effects, and enhancing portraits. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2. Tap the picture you want to edit. 3. Tap Edit ...
Page 151 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.  Effects: Add color effects to your picture.  Drawing: Draw or write on your picture. ...
Page 152: 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 153: Send Pictures Or Videos Using Bluetooth
Note: If you have multiple email accounts or Gmail accounts, the default account will be used. Check the “From” line to determine which account is being used. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and Send Email Create and Send a Gmail Message.
Page 154: Share Pictures Or Videos Using Additional Apps Or Social Media
Share Pictures or Videos Using 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. Available apps will vary depending on what you have installed on your tablet.
Page 155: Share Videos On Youtube
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. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery ...
Page 156: Camera Options And Settings
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. Switch Cameras Your tablet lets you switch between the front and rear cameras. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 157 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 • Full screen view (16:9): Preview pictures and videos using the full screen. •...
Page 158: Productivity
2. Tap install and follow the prompts to setup the app. Calculator Your tablet’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic and advanced mathematical equations. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Calculator  The calculator app launches. 2. Tap keys for calculations.
Page 159: Calendar
Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization settings, your tablet’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync calendar, Google ™...
Page 160 2. Tap Create event  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. Productivity...
Page 161 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 ...
Page 162: View Calendar Events
View Calendar Events You can display the Calendar in year, month, week, day, or task view. To change the Calendar view, tap a tab at the top of the calendar. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2.
Page 163: Share Calendar Events
Share Calendar Events Once you have created a Calendar event, you can share it with others using a variety of methods. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar 2. Tap an event to see its details. Productivity...
Page 164 3. From the event details screen, tap Share. 4. Choose a Share as option (Calendar file (ICS) or Text). 5. Select a sharing method and follow the prompts to send the event information.  The event is sent. Productivity...
Page 165: Sync Calendars
Sync Calendars You can select which calendars you would like to sync on your tablet, along with what types of information you want to sync. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap More > Manage calendars. Productivity...
Page 166: Synchronize An Exchange Activesync Calendar
3. Select sync options by tapping On/Off next to each item.  The sync settings have been updated. 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.
Page 167: Clock
Clock Your tablet has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, and set a timer. Checking the Time You can always check the time on your tablet. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the status bar.
Page 168: Set Alarms
Set Alarms Set multiple alarms using your tablet’s Clock app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Clock > Alarm. 2. Set the alarm options, including time, days, and repeat pattern. For more options, tap Options. 3. When finished, tap Save.
Page 169: World Clock
World Clock The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Clock > World clock. 2. Tap a city, and then tap Add city to add it to your list.
Page 170: Timer
Timer The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Clock > Timer. 2. Tap Keypad and then use the keypad to set the length of the timer.
Page 171 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2. From the main Gallery screen, you can use these options: Tap a picture or video to display it in full screen view.  Touch and hold thumbnails to select them (indicated by a check mark). ...
Page 172: Google Drive
Google Drive ™ Use Google Drive to view, rename, and share your Google Docs and files. ■ From home, tap Apps > Google > Drive Google Maps Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more.
Page 173 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.  A map of the specified location opens. Google Maps Operations ● Viewing current location: Tap Center ●...
Page 174: Photos
Photos The Photos app automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account. ■ From home, tap Apps > Google > Photos Google Search Search information saved on the tablet and in tablet applications as well as on the Internet. Use Google Search Type search terms in the Google Search bar to find information on your tablet and around the globe.
Page 175: Samsung Kids
 and then tap On/Off next to Show cards. Tap Turn off to confirm. Samsung Kids Samsung Kids is a monthly service which provides easy access to age‑appropriate activities while also using parental security features. Update Samsung Kids The first time you use Samsung Kids, you will be prompted to update the app.
Page 176: Memo
Memo Use your tablet’s memo app to save text, memos, lists, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Memo  The memo list appears. 2. Tap New memo and enter your memo title and text. 3. Tap Save.  The memo is saved. Productivity...
Page 177: My Files
My Files My Files allows you to manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one convenient location. This application allows you to launch a file if the associated application is already on your tablet. 1.
Page 178: Entertainment And Activities
> DraftKings Galaxy Apps The Galaxy Apps feature lets you 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 > Samsung >...
Page 179: Google Play Movies & Tv
Google Play Movies & TV Google Play Movies & TV allows you to watch movies and TV shows purchased on Google Play. You can stream instantly on your Android tablet or download so you can watch from anywhere, even when you are not connected.
Page 180 Google Play Music Screen Layout The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen. Note: There are different player views and options available. Not all views will include all options. Feature Description Access the options menu. Options menu View current playlist or queue.
Page 181 Feature Description Play the previous song. Previous song Repeat the current song or play the next song queued. Repeat mode Amount of time the song has been playing. Time elapsed Shuffle the current playlist or queue. Shuffle mode Display music images and album names (if available). Music image/album name Display music title and artist (if available).
Page 182: Samsung
From the player view, tap More options > Add to playlist > [Playlist name].  The music is added to the playlist. Samsung+ With Samsung+, get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung device. ■ From home, tap Apps > Samsung+ Sprint Fun &...
Page 183: Sprint Tv & Movies
2. Tap a store option from the main page, or tap More options > Music (under Library) to access your music. Tap the navigation tools to skip ahead or rewind. Tap More options at any time to see  additional options. For more information, tap Menu >...
Page 184: Youtube
Note: The first time you access a channel that requires a subscription, you will be prompted to purchase access. Touch Subscribe to purchase access, or touch Preview to see a preview of the selected channel. YouTube View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos to your YouTube account. Update the YouTube App Before you use YouTube on your tablet, you must update the app.
Page 185 Post a Video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your tablet. Before posting, you must set up a YouTube account and sign in to it on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > YouTube ...
Page 186 Settings The topics in this section will cover your tablet’s settings menus and options. For an overview of the settings menu, see Basic Settings.
Page 187: Connections Settings
Connections Settings The following topics introduce your tablet’s basic settings menus and cover your tablet’s Connections settings options 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 Enable and set Wi-Fi options.
Page 188 Privacy Set accessibility options such as screen magnification, hearing aid Accessibility compatibility, etc. Set up accounts such as Samsung, Google, email, and more. Accounts View and adjust Google settings. Google Set up backup options for your tablet, as well as resetting the tablet to its Backup and reset factory defaults.
Page 189: Wi-Fi Settings Menu
Access Settings ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings – or – Slide the status bar down to open the notification panel, and then tap Settings  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.
Page 190 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, enter the password, and tap Connect. ...
Page 191 Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Using WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a network security standard that allows you to easily secure a wireless network connection between your tablet and a router. To connect using a WPS button: 1. From Wi-Fi settings, tap More > WPS push button. 2.
Page 192: Bluetooth Settings
Bluetooth Settings Your tablet’s Bluetooth capabilities let you use wireless headsets, send and receive pictures and files, and more. For details on your tablet’s Bluetooth usage, see Bluetooth. ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open. Bluetooth Settings Operations ●...
Page 193: Airplane Mode
● Cancelling pairing: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, and then tap Unpair. This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.  ● Enable service from paired device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, and then tap the listing under Use for.
Page 194: Hotspot And Tethering Settings
2. Tap On/Off to enable or disable Airplane mode. Note: You can also enable or disable Airplane Mode through the notification panel quick settings (drag down the status bar and tap Airplane mode). Hotspot and Tethering Settings Use the Hotspot and tethering features to share your tablet’s data connection with other devices using Wi-Fi.
Page 195 2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering > Hotspot.  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 >...
Page 196 2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering > 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 197 Allowed Devices Control whether devices can connect to your Mobile Hotspot with the Allowed devices list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your tablet and connect using your tablet’s Hotspot name and password. Note: Using the Hotspot feature consumes battery power and uses data services. 1.
Page 198: Tethering Settings
Tethering Settings Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device using a USB cable or by Bluetooth. Note: Using the tethering feature consumes battery power and uses data services. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 199: Data Usage Settings
3. Choose an option: Bluetooth tethering: Pair your device with the computer using Bluetooth. Consult the  computer’s documentation for more information about configuring your computer to pair using Bluetooth. Tap Bluetooth tethering to turn tethering on. USB tethering: Connect the computer to your tablet using a USB cable, and then tap ...
Page 200: Mobile Networks Settings
■ More: Tap More and select additional options: Restrict background data: Prevent apps and services from using mobile data services  unless connected to a Wi-Fi network. Show Wi-Fi usage: Display a Wi-Fi tab at the top of the Data usage window. Tap the tab to ...
Page 201: More Connection Settings
Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode: LTE/CDMA (recommended) or CDMA.  Access Point Names: View, configure, and add access point names (APNs) for your tablet’s  data connection. More Connection Settings The More connection settings menu provides access to additional network options, such as VPN, Ethernet, and printers (if available).
Page 202: Nearby Device Scanning
Nearby Device Scanning Scan for and connect to nearby devices. You will receive notifications when there are available divides to connect to. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More connection settings 2. Tap Nearby device scanning.  The Nearby device scanning screen displays. 3.
Page 203: Printing
Printing You can print from your tablet, using Wi-Fi, to an optional compatible printer (not included). Your tablet and the optional printer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Add a Printer Before you can print to a printer, you must add and set it up on your tablet. You will need to know the IP address of the printer;...
Page 204: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)
6. Tap More > Add printer > Add printer (or Add , depending on the plug-in), enter a name and the IP address of the printer, and then tap OK. Set Up a Printer Add a printer to a print service and configure settings. Note: Below settings are examples only.
Page 205 Set Up Secure Credential Storage If your network administrator instructs you to download and install security certificates, you must first set up the tablet’s secure credential storage. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security 2. Tap Screen lock type > Password. Note: For credential storage, you can use Pattern, PIN, or Password screen lock types.
Page 206 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. 4. Select your display option for notifications on the lock screen, and then tap Done. ...
Page 207 6. Tap Trust agents, and then tap your preferred system and user credentials.  Your secure credentials storage is set. 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 connection settings menu to add a VPN connection to your tablet.
Page 208 2. Tap VPN.  The VPN settings window appears. 3. Tap 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 Show  advanced options. Set up all options according to the security details you have obtained from your network ...
Page 209 Access the VPN Settings Window 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More connection settings 2. Tap VPN.  The VPN settings window appears. Connections Settings...
Page 210: Connect To A Vpn
Connect to a VPN 1. From the VPNs section of the VPN setting window, tap the VPN that you want to connect to. 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.
Page 211 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. 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 ...
Page 212: Ethernet
Ethernet Manage your Ethernet connection. This option will only be available if there are Ethernet connections available. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More connection settings 2. Tap Ethernet, and follow the prompts to connect to an Ethernet network. Screen Sharing Share your device’s screen with other supported devices using either Smart View or Screen Mirroring.
Page 213: Device Settings
Device Settings The following topics outline the device settings options available on your tablet, including sounds, display, gestures, applications, and more. Smart Manager Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your tablet’s battery, storage, and RAM. You can also automatically optimize your tablet’s system resources.
Page 214 To use the quick optimization feature: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Smart Manager 2. Tap Clean all. Using Smart Manager 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Smart Manager 2. Tap each of the following for options: Battery: Check the battery power and time remaining to use the tablet.
Page 215: Applications Settings
Storage: Check the status of used and available memory capacity. You can delete unused or  unneeded files, and uninstall apps that you no longer use. RAM: Check the amount of available RAM. You can close background apps and reduce the ...
Page 216: Application Manager
Application Manager Application Manager lets you check installed applications and running applications. 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. 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.
Page 217: Default Applications
Default Applications Set or clear default applications for certain built-in features of the tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2. Tap Default applications. 3. Tap each default setting to see what services or applications are available to set as the default. Browser app: Choose a default browser app.
Page 218: Calendar Settings
Calendar Settings Configure settings for your tablet’s Calendar app. 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. ...
Page 219: Camera Settings
Set default reminders: Set default reminders for Events and All-day events.  Lock time zone: When enabled, event times will be locked to the time zone you select.  Times and dates will not change, even if you travel to another time zone. Camera Settings Configure settings for your tablet’s Camera app.
Page 220: Contacts Settings
Note: Additional Camera settings options are available within the Camera app. See Camera Options and Settings. Contacts Settings The Contacts settings menu lets you configure options for contacts stored on your tablet. Tip: You can also access Contacts settings from the Contacts app. From home, tap Contacts >...
Page 221: Email Settings
Sort by: Choose how contacts are sorted, by first or last name.  Name format: Choose how contacts are displayed, by first or last name.  Share multiple contacts: You can choose how to transfer contacts, when sharing them with ...
Page 222 2. Tap Email to configure options. General email settings, which affect all email accounts, include: Accounts: Configure options for specific accounts. Available settings depend on the type of  account. Add account: Add additional email accounts.  Auto fit content: Shrink email content to fit the screen. Content can still be viewed in detail ...
Page 223 Manage Email Account Settings You can edit settings for your individual email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. Note: Available settings depend on the type of email account. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 224 Limit retrieval size while roaming: Choose the number of emails to retrieve at one time  while roaming. Server settings: Configure server settings for your email account.  Out of office settings: Configure options for automatically sending replies when you are out ...
Page 225: Internet Settings
Internet Settings Configure Internet settings, to customize the browser to your preferences. Tip: You can also access Internet settings from the Internet app. From home, tap Internet > More > Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2.
Page 226: Messages Settings
Messages Settings The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications. Tip: You can also access Message settings from the Messages app. From home, tap Messages > More > Settings. 1.
Page 227 • Preview message: Show previews of new messages on the status bar and lock screens, and in pop-ups. Backgrounds: Choose backgrounds and bubble styles.  Quick responses: Create and manage text phrases that you can add to messages.  Block messages: Block messages by filtering based on criteria you set. Tap Block ...
Page 228: Weather Forecast Settings
• Vibrations: Select vibration options for emergency message notifications. • Alert reminder: Configure the reminder interval. Weather Forecast Settings Configure weather settings for use with the Lock screen and the Calendar app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Applications 2.
Page 229: Sound Settings
Play sounds when locking or unlocking the screen. Screen lock sounds Play a sound when a charger is connected. Charging sound Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Keyboard sound Set sound quality and sound effects for your tablet. Sound quality and effects...
Page 230: Sound Mode
Sound Mode You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sound 2. Tap Sound mode, and then choose a mode: Sound: Your tablet uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in ...
Page 231: 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 > Sound 2.
Page 232: Notification Sounds
Notification Sounds Set the default notification sounds for apps such as Calendar and Email. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sound 2. Tap Notification sounds for options: Default notification sound: Choose a default sound for notifications.  Messages notifications: Choose a default sound for new message notifications. ...
Page 233: Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you want to enter this mode. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings >...
Page 234: System Sounds
Allow Exceptions This option lets you customize which notifications are allowed while your device is in Do not disturb mode. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sound 2. Tap Do not disturb. 3. Tap Allow exceptions, and then tap one of the following options: No exceptions: Allow no exceptions.
Page 235: Key-Tap Feedback
 Key-tap Feedback Play tones when the keyboard is tapped. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sound 2. To On/Off to enable each option: Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped.  Device Settings...
Page 236: Sound Quality And Effects
Sound Quality and Effects Select options for sound quality while headphones or compatible Bluetooth headsets or speakers are connected. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Sound 2. Tap Sound quality and effects. 3. Tap Equalizer and choose a setting, or tap Advanced or Basic to customize your sound settings.
Page 237: Notifications Settings
Notifications Settings Select which apps you want to receive notifications from. Access Notifications Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Notifications 2. Tap On/Off to enable or disable notifications from each app.  Your notifications settings are saved and applied. Display Settings Adjusting your tablet’s display settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help increase battery life.
Page 238 Access Display Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Display 2. Set your display options: Brightness: Set the screen brightness, or set the brightness level to Auto.  Font: Choose the default font.  Icon frames: Display icons with a shaded background to make them stand out on the Home ...
Page 239: Advanced Features
Advanced Features The Advanced features settings menu lets you enable or disable motions and gestures, which provide tablet controls by moving the tablet or by gesturing. Access Advanced Features 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Advanced features  You can swipe through the screens at the top to read about each motion and gesture. 2.
Page 240: Users
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. Users can also adjust tablet settings such as Wi-Fi that affect everyone. ■...
Page 241: Personal Settings
Personal Settings The following topics cover your tablet’s personalization settings, including wallpaper, themes, lock screen and security settings, accounts, and more. Wallpaper You can change the wallpaper for the Home and Lock screens. Change the Wallpaper 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 242: Home Screen Settings
Home Screen Settings Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. To customize Home screen: ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Home screen – or – From home, either touch and hold an empty space on the screen or pinch the screen. For more information, see Customize the Home Screen.
Page 243 Setting Description Notifications on lock Show content and notifications on the lock screen. screen Set your secure lock functions, such as Auto lock and Lock instantly Secure lock settings with Power key. Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google Unknown sources Play store app.
Page 244: Screen Lock
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, or enter the correct password to unlock the tablet’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen. In order from least secure to most secure, the available screen lock options are: ●...
Page 245 2. Tap Screen lock type.  The Screen lock type settings window displays. Note: If you have set a Pattern, PIN, or Password screen lock, you will be prompted to enter it before accessing the Screen lock type settings window. Use Swipe to Unlock the Screen ■...
Page 246 Use a Screen Unlock Pattern 1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Pattern. 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. ...
Page 247 4. When prompted, draw the screen unlock pattern again, and then tap Confirm.  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. Note: Tap Secure lock settings and tap On/Off next to Make pattern visible if you do not want the unlock pattern to display on the screen when you unlock it.
Page 248 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 ...
Page 249: Disable The Screen Lock
Disable the Screen Lock Follow the instructions below to turn off your current screen lock. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security  The Lock screen and security settings window displays. 2. Tap Screen lock type. 3.
Page 250: Device Security
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 using Wi-Fi for threat analysis.  Device administrators: Manage your device administrators and application installation ...
Page 251: 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, and Password locks. Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, preventing access to other features of your ...
Page 252: 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 253 3. Tap On/Off to enable Location services.  Your tablet’s location services are enabled. If you see a confirmation, follow the instructions to connect.  Changing Location Method You can change the methods used for determining your location. Note: Location must be turned on to change locating method. 1.
Page 254 2. Tap Location > Locating method. 3. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined: GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.  Wi-Fi and mobile networks: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS). ...
Page 255: App Permissions
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. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 256: Private Mode
3. Tap the following features to see which apps have permission to access them: Body sensors  Calendar  Camera  Contacts  Location  Microphone  Phone   Storage  Additional permissions  4. Tap On/Off next to each app to enable or disable permissions for that feature. Private Mode Private mode allows you to hide and protect content you want to keep private using supported apps.
Page 257: Report Diagnostic Info
2. Tap Private mode. 3. Tap the On/Off switch to turn on Private mode. 4. 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. Enable Report Diagnostic Info 1.
Page 258: Accessibility Settings
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 Configure accessibility features for vision. Vision Configure accessibility features for hearing and sounds. Hearing Configure accessibility features for handling and interactions with the Dexterity and interaction tablet.
Page 259: Vision Accessibility Settings
Access Accessibility Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accessibility 2. Set available accessibility options.  Your accessibility settings are applied and saved. Vision Accessibility Settings Your tablet offers many features to assist users who are blind or low-vision. 1.
Page 260 High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the  background. High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to  increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
Page 261: Hearing Accessibility Settings
Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated gestures such as triple-tapping, double pinching,  and dragging two fingers across the screen. Color inversion: Screen colors are inverted.  Color correction: Adjusts the color of the screen if you have difficulty reading the screen ...
Page 262: Dexterity And Interaction Settings
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. Google subtitles (CC): Displays Google subtitles where available. Tap On/Off to turn the ...
Page 263 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 264: Configure Other Accessibility Settings
Configure Other Accessibility Settings Your tablet offers many features to improve tablet accessibility. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accessibility 2. Configure additional accessibility options: Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping in a series of directions.  Direct access: Access common accessibility settings from any screen by pressing the Home ...
Page 265: Account Settings
Account Settings The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. Set Up a New Account 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts 2. Tap Add account. ...
Page 266 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.  The account options are updated. Personal Settings...
Page 267: Google Settings
Google Settings Configure settings for Google features on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Google 2. Select an option to customize: Sign-in & security: Configure how you sign in to your Google Account, device access and ...
Page 268 Back up my data to your Samsung account. When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be Restore restored from your Samsung account. Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings Back up my data to your Google account.
Page 269: Factory Data Reset
Access Backup and Reset Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Backup and reset  The Backup and reset settings window displays. 2. Set options.  The backup and reset settings are applied and saved. If you are performing a Factory data reset, follow the prompts to confirm the data removal. ...
Page 270 To reset your tablet: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Backup and reset 2. Tap Factory data reset. 3. Tap Reset device and follow the prompts to perform the reset. 4. When the tablet restarts, follow the prompts to set up your tablet. Note: Unless you removed all Google Accounts from the tablet before performing the Factory data reset, you will need to sign in to the Google Account that was previously assigned to the tablet to complete setup.
Page 271: System Settings
Language and Input Setting Description Set the language for your display and menus. Language Set the default method for entering text. Default keyboard Set Samsung keyboard options. Samsung keyboard Set options for Google Voice text entry. Google voice typing Set Text-to-speech options. Text-to-speech Set the speed of the pointer for a mouse/trackpad.
Page 272 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 ...
Page 273: Battery Settings
Battery Settings Monitor your tablet’s battery usage through this settings menu. View which functions are consuming your battery’s charge and at what percentage. You can also display the battery charge remaining as a percentage on the status bar. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 274: Power Saving Mode
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 > Settings > Battery 2. Tap Power saving mode. 3.
Page 275: Ultra Power Saving Mode
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. Turn On Ultra Power Saving Mode 1.
Page 276: Storage Settings
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 Description ● Total space: View the total space/free space in your tablet’s memory. ●...
Page 277: Accessories
2. Under the Used graphic, tap Detail. 3. View memory usage for the different types of information stored in your tablet’s memory. Tap an item for more information. Internal storage: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on your ...
Page 278: Date And Time Settings
Date and Time Settings Use the Date and Time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options. Date and Time Overview The following Date and time options may be configured: Date and Time Option Description Set the date and time and time zone automatically using the connected...
Page 279: Help Menu
Help Menu The Help menu provides tips and guidelines to help you use your device. Access Help 1. From the home screen, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Help  The Help menu and topics appear. 3. Tap on a topic to view its contents. 4.
Page 280: System Update
System Update The System Update menu provides settings for keeping your tablet up-to-date with the latest software. 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.
Page 281: About Device
Review various types of important legal information, including Open source licenses, Google legal information, System WebView licenses, Legal information Wallpapers, Samsung legal information, and the Privacy Alert. Change the name of your device (other devices see this name when Device name using Mobile hotspot or Bluetooth).
Page 282 About Device Item Description Check the Android version number. Android version Android security patch Check the Android security patch level. level Check the tablet’s baseband version. Baseband version Check the tablet’s kernel version. Kernel version Check the current tablet build number. Build number Check the tablet's SE for Android status.
Page 283 Get Help The topics in this section will cover troubleshooting tips, tablet specifications, and how to contact Sprint and manage your wireless service.
Page 284: 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 285: Copyright Information
For more information, please call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile device, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto (the “mobile device”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under...
Page 286: Modification Of Software
DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS. Samsung Knox Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required. For more information about Knox, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox.
Page 287: Legal Information
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 288: Index
Index 1Weather, 149 Launch connection, 107 4G, 104 Settings, 111 About Device, 272 Windows, 110 Accessibility Settings, 249 Calculator, 149 Accessory Port, 4 Calendar, 150 Accounts Add event, 150 Add new, 256 Settings, 209 Manage, 257 Sync, 156 Advanced Features, 230 Sync Exchange ActiveSync calendar, 157 Airplane Mode, 184 View events, 153...
Page 289 Instagram, 114 Archive threads, 83 Internet Create account, 28 Settings, 216 Delete threads, 85 Keyboard Labels, 82 Samsung, 25 Mute threads, 84 Language Settings, 262 New messages, 80 Location Read and reply, 80 GPS satellites, 243 Read messages, 81 Wireless networks, 243...
Page 290 Tethering Settings, 189 PRL Update, 41 Text Editing, 28 Report Diagnostic Info, 248 Text Entry, 25 Rotate, 11 Text Messaging Samsung Keyboard, 25 Conversations, 75 Samsung Kids, 166 Draft messages, 74 Samsung+, 173 Notifications, 74 Screen Lock, 235 Send messages, 69...
Page 291 Users Volume, 220, 222 Settings, 231 Key, 5 Vibration, 225 Wallpaper, 50 Video Camera Weather Record video, 134 Settings, 219 Videos Record, 134 Launch connection, 107 Share using Bluetooth, 144 Widgets, 52 Share using YouTube, 146 Wi-Fi, 118 Virtual Private Networks (VPN), 195 Settings, 180 Add connection, 198 Turn on and connect, 118...

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