Page 1 Galaxy Tab.book Page i Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM P O R T A B L E A L L D I G I T A L M O B I L E D E V I C E...
Page 2 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 Galaxy Tab, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Galaxy Tab System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
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Page 4 MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Front View ........13 Entering Text Using the Samsung Keypad ....41 Section 5: Messaging ...........
Page 6 Galaxy Tab.book Page 2 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Maps ......... . . 55 VPN .
Page 7 Galaxy Tab.book Page 3 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Messaging ........90 Applications .
Page 8: Section 1: Getting Started
Galaxy Tab.book Page 4 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 1: Getting Started Special Text This section helps you to quickly start using your device. Understanding this User Manual In this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from the rest.
Page 9: Activating Your Device
Galaxy Tab.book Page 5 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Activating your device Battery If you purchased your device at a Verizon Wireless store, it is Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion activated and ready to use. If you received a new device by mail, battery.
Page 10 Galaxy Tab.book Page 6 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Charging the Battery Insert the USB cable into the Charging Head (2). Your device comes with a Wall/USB Charger (Outlet Connector, Insert the USB cable into the device’s Charger/Accessory Charging Head and USB cable) to charge your device from any Port.
Page 11: Turning Your Device On And Off
Galaxy Tab.book Page 7 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Turning Your Device On and Off Set-up Wizard Turning Your Device On The first time you turn on your device, the Set-up Wizard will prompt you to customize your device. Follow the prompts to set: Press and hold the Power/Lock Key Activate: If your device is not active, touch Activate.
Page 12: Your Google Account
Galaxy Tab.book Page 8 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Your Google Account System Tutorial Your new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its Learn about important concepts to get the most out of your Android features, including Gmail, Maps, Navigation, Google Talk device.
Page 13: Task Manager
Galaxy Tab.book Page 9 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Task Manager From a Home screen, touch Applications Task Manager. Your device can run applications simultaneously, with some applications running in the background. Touch the Active applications tab to view applications Use Task Manager to see which applications are running on your running on your device.
Page 14: Memory Card
Galaxy Tab.book Page 10 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Memory Card Installing a Memory Card Your device supports removable microSD™ or microSDHC™ Note: A 16GB microSD memory card is pre-installed in your device. memory cards, for storage of music, pictures, videos, and other files.
Page 15: Securing Your Device
Galaxy Tab.book Page 11 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Securing Your Device Unlocking the device Press the Power/Lock Key By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out, or you can lock it manually. You can unlock the device using...
Page 16: Section 2: Understanding Your Device
Galaxy Tab.book Page 12 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 2: Understanding Your Device This section outlines key features of your device. Picture Gallery, supporting JPEG, PNG, GIF, A-GIF, WBMP and BMP • Features formats HD Video Player (720p), supporting H.263, H.264, MPEG4, 3GP, •...
Page 17: Front View
Galaxy Tab.book Page 13 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Front View 3.5mm Headset Jack: Plug in an optional headset or TTY equipment. Menu Key: Press to display options for the current screen. Home Key: Press to display the Home screen. Press and hold to display recent applications or to launch Task Manager.
Page 18: Side And Top Views
Galaxy Tab.book Page 14 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Side and Top Views Microphone: Used to pick up your voice, or audio during recording. Memory Card Slot: Install a memory card for storage of files. Volume Key: From a Home screen, press to adjust Master Volume.
Page 19: Back View
Galaxy Tab.book Page 15 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Back View Camera Flash: Used when taking photos. Camera Lens: Used when taking photos or recording videos. External Speakers: Used in music or video playback, notification tones, and for other sounds.
Page 20: Home Screen
Galaxy Tab.book Page 16 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Home Screen Status Bar: Presents icons to show notifications, network status, battery power, and connection details. For a list of The Home screen is the starting point for using your device.
Page 21 Galaxy Tab.book Page 17 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Extended Home Screen Adding and removing Home screen panels The Home screen consists of the Home panel, plus 4 panels that Your device comes with 5 Home screen panels. You can...
Page 22: Navigating Your Device
Galaxy Tab.book Page 18 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Navigating Your Device Finger Gestures Touch Use command keys and the touch screen to navigate. Command Keys Touch items to select or launch them. For example: Touch the on screen keyboard to enter characters or text.
Page 23: Notification Panel
Galaxy Tab.book Page 19 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Notification Panel Icons The Notification Panel shows information about connections, Icons at the top of the Notification Panel show status for: messages and other items. Wi-Fi: Touch to enable or disable Wi-Fi. For more information, see •...
Page 24 Galaxy Tab.book Page 20 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Status Bar New Email Message: You have new email. The Status Bar displays icons to show network status, battery Alarm Set: An alarm is active. For more information, power, and other details.
Page 25: Primary Shortcuts
Galaxy Tab.book Page 21 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Primary Shortcuts Widgets Primary Shortcuts appear at the bottom of the display. Widgets are self-contained applications that you can place on the Home screen to access your favorite features. Adding Widgets to the Home screen Browser: Access the Internet.
Page 26 Galaxy Tab.book Page 22 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Widgets Latitude: Locate your friends on a map, and share or AccuWeather Clock: Display the forecast from hide your location. For more information, see AccuWeather. Appears on the Main Home screen by “Latitude”...
Page 27: Shortcuts
Galaxy Tab.book Page 23 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Shortcuts Latitude: Locate your friends on a map, and share or hide your location. Use Shortcuts for quick access to applications or features, such as Email or other applications. Settings: Go to a specific setting.
Page 28: Folders
Galaxy Tab.book Page 24 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Folders Wallpaper Place Folders on the Home screen to organize items together on Choose a picture to display in the background of the Home the Home screen. screen. You can choose from pre-loaded wallpaper images, or select a picture you’ve downloaded or taken with the Camera.
Page 29: Applications
Galaxy Tab.book Page 25 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Applications Applications The Applications screen holds all applications on your wireless 3G Mobile Hotspot: Share your device’s mobile device. Applications that you download and install from the internet connection with other devices via Wi-Fi. For Android Market or from the web are also added to the more information, See “3G Mobile Hotspot”...
Page 30 Galaxy Tab.book Page 26 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Calendar: Record events and appointments to Gallery: View and manage pictures stored on your manage your schedule. For more information, see device, or on an installed memory card. A shortcut to “Calendar”...
Page 31 Galaxy Tab.book Page 27 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Maps: Find locations and get directions with Google My Files: Find, view and manage files stored on an maps. A shortcut to Google Maps appears on the Main optional installed memory card. For more Home screen by default.
Page 32 Galaxy Tab.book Page 28 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Slacker: Listen to your personal Slacker radio station. V CAST Song ID: Use V CAST Song ID to find the title, For more information, see “Slacker” on page 65. artist, and album for virtually any recorded music. For more information, see “V CAST Song ID”...
Page 33: Section 3: Contacts And Accounts
Galaxy Tab.book Page 29 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 3: Contacts and Accounts Setting Up Your Accounts This section explains how to manage contacts and accounts. Accounts Set up and manage your synchronized accounts with the Accounts and sync setting.
Page 34 Galaxy Tab.book Page 30 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Setting Up a Facebook account Setting Up a MySpace account Note: You must register your device with your social networking site before Note: You must register your device with your social networking site before using the device to access the network.
Page 35: Contacts
Galaxy Tab.book Page 31 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Contacts Fax, Home Fax, Pager, Other, Callback, or Custom to create a custom label. To add another number, touch Store contact information for your friends, family and colleagues, • Touch Email address to enter an email address, then touch the to quickly access information or to send a message.
Page 36 Galaxy Tab.book Page 32 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Linked Contacts Get Friends Your device can synchronize with multiple accounts, including Use the Get Friends feature to sync with your accounts. You can Google, Corporate Exchange, and other email providers, plus choose an account you’ve already added, or add a new account.
Page 37 Galaxy Tab.book Page 33 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Sending Namecards Backing Up Your Contacts Sending a Namecard (vCard) Use Backup Assistant to save a copy of your Contacts to a secure web site. For more information, see “Backup Assistant” on You can send contact namecards as a vCards via Bluetooth to page 37.
Page 38: My Profile
Galaxy Tab.book Page 34 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM My Profile Sending My Profile My profile is your own contact record. You can send My profile as You can send My Profile as a vCard via Bluetooth to other a vCard via Bluetooth or as an attachment via Email or Gmail.
Page 39: Groups
Galaxy Tab.book Page 35 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Groups Editing a Group From a Home screen, touch Contacts , then touch the Assign contacts to Groups to make searching for contacts faster, or to quickly call or send messages to group members. You can Groups tab.
Page 40: Favorites
Galaxy Tab.book Page 36 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Sending a Message to Group Members Favorites From a Home screen, touch Contacts , then touch the Mark contacts with a star to identify them as Favorites. Groups tab. Favorites display on the Favorites tab in Contacts, for fast viewing or messaging, and are indicated by in the contact record.
Page 41: Backup Assistant
Galaxy Tab.book Page 37 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Backup Assistant Backup Assistant is a free wireless service that saves a copy of your Contacts to a secure web site. If your device is lost, stolen or damaged, Backup Assistant can restore your saved contacts to a new device, wirelessly.
Page 42: Section 4: Entering Text
Galaxy Tab.book Page 38 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 4: Entering Text Text Input Methods This section describes how to enter words, letters, punctuation and numbers when you need to enter text. Your device offers two text input methods: Virtual QWERTY Keyboard •...
Page 43: Entering Text Using Swype
Galaxy Tab.book Page 39 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Entering Text Using Swype Here are a few tips to get you started: Spacing is automatic: When you finish a word, just lift your finger and • Swype is a new way to enter text on touch screens. Instead of start the next word.
Page 44 Galaxy Tab.book Page 40 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Swype Help Using Swype Speech Recognition While entering text, you can get tips and help about using Swype. Enter text by speaking. Swype recognizes your speech and enters text for you.
Page 45: Entering Text Using The Samsung Keypad
Galaxy Tab.book Page 41 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Entering Text Using the Samsung Keypad Entering Upper and Lower Case Letters The Samsung Keypad is a custom virtual QWERTY keyboard, The default case is lower case (abc). Enter upper and lower case featuring predictive text.
Page 46: Section 5: Messaging
Galaxy Tab.book Page 42 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 5: Messaging This section describes how to send and receive messages, and other features associated with messaging. Types of Messages Your device supports these types of messages: Text messages: Send and receive simple messages containing text to •...
Page 47: Text And Multimedia Messaging
Galaxy Tab.book Page 43 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Text and Multimedia Messaging Touch Attach to add content to the message to convert it to MMS: Your device can send and receive text and multimedia messages to other mobile devices and to email addresses.
Page 48: Managing Messages
Galaxy Tab.book Page 44 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Managing Messages Message Settings Threaded View Configure message settings. From a Home screen, touch Messaging Messages you send and receive to the same contact, number or address are grouped together as a “thread”. Threaded messages...
Page 49: Gmail
Galaxy Tab.book Page 45 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Gmail Refreshing Your Gmail Account Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based email. Refresh your account to update your device from the Gmail servers. Tip: Use the Set-up Wizard to set up your Google account on your device. For From a Home screen, touch Applications more information, see “Set-up Wizard”...
Page 50 Galaxy Tab.book Page 46 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Composing and Sending Gmail Gmail account settings From a Home screen, touch Applications From a Home screen, touch Applications Gmail Gmail Press the Menu Key Compose. Press the Menu Key...
Page 51: Email
Galaxy Tab.book Page 47 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Email Composing and Sending Email From a Home screen, touch Email Use Email to view and manage all your email accounts in one application. Touch an account, if you have more than one account set...
Page 52 Galaxy Tab.book Page 48 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Managing Emails Note: These Samsung printers are supported: CLP-310 Series, CLP-320 Combined Inbox Series, CLP-610 Series, CLP-620 Series, CLP-660 Series, CLP-670 Series, CLP-770 Series, CLX-3170 Series, CLX-3180 Series, CLX-3240 You can view emails you receive to all accounts in the All inboxes Series, CLX-6200 Series, CLX-6222 Series, CLX-6250 Series, CLX- screen, or you can view email accounts individually.
Page 53 Galaxy Tab.book Page 49 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Account Settings – Out-of-office Settings: (not supported). Use settings to configure handling of email on your device. – Size to retrieve emails: Set a maximum size for retrieving emails. • Notification settings: Note: Available settings may depend on the email account, and include –...
Page 54: Google Talk
Galaxy Tab.book Page 50 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Google Talk Chat with other Google Talk users. Tip: Talk requires that you have a Google account. Use the Set-up Wizard to set up your Google account on your device. For more information, see “Set-up Wizard”...
Page 55: Section 6: Web And Social Networking
Galaxy Tab.book Page 51 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 6: Web and Social Networking Browser Entering text in a field While browsing, touch a text field to display the virtual QWERTY • Your device is equipped with a full HTML Browser, which allows keyboard to enter text.
Page 56 Galaxy Tab.book Page 52 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Using Browser Windows Copying Fields or Text You can have multiple windows open at one time to easily switch Copy information from a web page to the clipboard for pasting.
Page 57 Galaxy Tab.book Page 53 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Using Bookmarks On the Most visited tab, use these options: • Touch a page to reload it. While browsing, bookmark a site to quickly access it later. • Touch the star next to a page to bookmark it.
Page 58 Galaxy Tab.book Page 54 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Browser Menu Browser Settings From a Home screen, touch Browser While viewing a web page, press the Menu Key for options: Add Bookmark: Create a bookmark for the current page.
Page 59: Maps
Galaxy Tab.book Page 55 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Maps – Default storage: The default location for downloads (not configurable). • Privacy settings Use Google Maps to find your current location, get directions, and – Clear cache: Delete content and databases stored on the device.
Page 60: Latitude
Galaxy Tab.book Page 56 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Maps Menu Navigation From a Home screen, touch Maps Use Google Navigation to find a destination, and get walking or driving directions. While viewing a map, press the Menu Key...
Page 61: News And Weather
Galaxy Tab.book Page 57 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM News and Weather Places View Google news and weather. Google Places uses your location to help you find nearby destinations, such as restaurants, bars, hotels, attractions, ATMs From a Home screen, touch Applications and gas stations, or you can enter a location.
Page 62: Google Search
Galaxy Tab.book Page 58 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Google Search Voice Search Search the internet, and your device, using the Google search Voice Search offers voice-activated Google searches. engine. Tip: Voice Search is also available on the Google Search widget, which appears on a Home screen by default.
Page 63: Youtube
Galaxy Tab.book Page 59 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM YouTube View and upload YouTube videos, right from your device. Tip: A shortcut to YouTube appears on the main Home screen by default. From a Home screen, touch YouTube Browse and select videos for viewing.
Page 64: Section 7: Music
Galaxy Tab.book Page 60 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 7: Music Music Player During playback, use the sound and playlist controls: • Info: Touch to view information about the current song. The Music Player plays songs from an installed memory card.
Page 65 Galaxy Tab.book Page 61 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Creating a Playlist Adding a song to a playlist during playback From a Home screen, touch Music Player , then touch From a Home screen, touch Music Player the Playlists tab.
Page 66: Manage And Transfer Media
Galaxy Tab.book Page 62 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Manage and Transfer Media V CAST Music with Rhapsody ® The Samsung Galaxy Tab is compatible with V CAST Media V CAST Music with Rhapsody is a digital music service that lets Manager.
Page 67 Galaxy Tab.book Page 63 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Downloading music to your device Download Music to your PC From a Home screen, touch V CAST Music When you purchase music with your wireless device, you can also download a copy to your PC using the V CAST with Rhapsody Browse for songs using the onscreen buttons and prompts.
Page 68 Galaxy Tab.book Page 64 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Import Songs from an Audio CD Sync music from your PC to your device Use V CAST Music with Rhapsody on your PC to organize tracks Use V CAST Music with Rhapsody on your PC to transfer music to from your CDs.
Page 69: Cast Song Id
Galaxy Tab.book Page 65 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM V CAST Song ID Use V CAST Song ID to find the title, artist, and album for virtually any recorded music. Note: Airtime or download charges may apply when using V CAST Song ID.
Page 70: Section 8: Pictures And Video
Galaxy Tab.book Page 66 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 8: Pictures and Video Camera Taking Pictures From a Home screen, touch Camera Use your device’s built-in Camera to take pictures and record video. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your picture by aiming the lens at the subject.
Page 71 Galaxy Tab.book Page 67 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Camera Options – Effects: Apply an effect to pictures. Choose from Normal, Negative, Black and white, or Sepia. Configure the camera. – ISO: Choose a setting for imaging sensitivity, from Auto, ISO100, While in Camera mode, touch Options icons to configure: ISO200, or ISO400.
Page 72 Galaxy Tab.book Page 68 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Camcorder Capturing Video From a Home screen, touch Camera , then slide the Use your device’s built-in Camcorder to record high-definition video in 720p resolution. Mode icon. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your shot by Tip: A shortcut to Camera appears on a Home screen by default.
Page 73: Video
Galaxy Tab.book Page 69 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Camcorder Options Video Configure the camcorder. Your device’s 7-inch 1024x600 WSVGA LCD screen provides playback of videos. Use Video to view and manage videos stored While in Camcorder mode, touch Options icons to on an installed memory card, or shop for videos.
Page 74: Blockbuster
Galaxy Tab.book Page 70 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Blockbuster Gallery Browse and search the entire mobile catalog of Blockbuster On Your device’s 7-inch 1024x600 WSVGA LCD screen provides high- Demand titles, plus access other Blockbuster content. resolution display of pictures and videos.
Page 75: Viewing Pictures
Galaxy Tab.book Page 71 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Viewing Pictures Setting a Picture as Wallpaper From a Home screen, touch Gallery From a Home screen, touch Gallery Touch a category, then touch a picture to view it. Touch a category, then touch a picture to select it.
Page 76: Digital Frame
Galaxy Tab.book Page 72 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Digital Frame – Go to music: Launch Music Player, to choose music to accompany the slideshow. Display a slideshow of pictures, or a clock, along with music from – Timeout: Set the period of time the slideshow displays before ending.
Page 77: Media Hub
When you find media you want to view, use these options: • Watch Preview: View a short clip from the movie or show. Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and TV content. With hundreds of titles available at your fingertips, •...
Page 78: Section 9: Connections
Galaxy Tab.book Page 74 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 9: Connections Turning Wi-Fi On or Off Your device includes features to connect to the internet and to other devices, via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, VPN and Dial Up Networking. Turn your device’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn Wi-Fi...
Page 79 Galaxy Tab.book Page 75 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Adding a Wi-Fi Network Manually From a Home screen, press the Menu Key Settings When you turn on Wi-Fi, your device searches for available Wi-Fi connections, then displays them on screen.
Page 80: 3G Mobile Hotspot
Galaxy Tab.book Page 76 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM 3G Mobile Hotspot Launching 3G Mobile Hotspot Use 3G Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s 3G internet Activate your device’s 3G Mobile Hotspot application to allow connection with a PC or other device through Wi-Fi, using your other devices to use your device’s 3G internet connection.
Page 81: Bluetooth
Galaxy Tab.book Page 77 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Connecting a Device via 3G Mobile Hotspot Bluetooth Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology 3G Mobile Hotspot. for exchanging information over a distance of about 30 feet.
Page 82: Tethering
Galaxy Tab.book Page 78 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Pairing with a Bluetooth Device Tethering Search for a Bluetooth device and pair with it, to exchange Use Tethering to share your device’s mobile data connection via information between your device and the target device.
Page 83: Vpn
Galaxy Tab.book Page 79 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Mobile Networks Use your device’s VPN feature to set up and connect to VPNs Use Mobile Networks settings to control how your device uses (Virtual Private Networks). network services. Configuring VPN Settings For more information, see “Mobile networks”...
Page 84: Memory Card
Galaxy Tab.book Page 80 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Memory Card Formatting a memory card using your computer Your device supports removable microSD™ or microSDHC™ Consult your computer and/or memory card reader memory cards for storage of music, pictures, videos, and files.
Page 85 Galaxy Tab.book Page 81 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Transferring files using the Mass Storage USB setting Note: Your device comes with a USB cable. From a Home screen, press the Menu Key Settings Wireless and network USB Settings, then select Mass storage.
Page 86: Section 10: Applications And Widgets
Galaxy Tab.book Page 82 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 10: Applications and Widgets 3G Mobile Hotspot Deleting Alarms From a Home screen, touch Applications Use 3G Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s mobile internet connection with a PC through Wi-Fi. For more information, see Alarm Clock “3G Mobile Hotspot”...
Page 87: Allshare
Galaxy Tab.book Page 83 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM AllShare Configuring AllShare Use AllShare to share multimedia content from your device via Configure AllShare settings to identify your device as a server, Wi-Fi with DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) certified connect to Wi-Fi, and set treatment of copied files.
Page 88 Galaxy Tab.book Page 84 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Playing Media from your Device to Another Device Playing Media From a Server on a Player via Your Device Play multimedia content from your device on another player, such Play multimedia content from another source, such as a wireless as a Wi-Fi-capable TV or other playback device, and use your media server, on another device, using your device’s Wi-Fi...
Page 89: Backup Assistant
Galaxy Tab.book Page 85 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Backup Assistant Blockbuster Backup Assistant is a free wireless service that saves a copy of Browse and search the entire mobile catalog of Blockbuster On your Contacts to a secure web site. If your device is lost, stolen or Demand titles, plus access other Blockbuster content.
Page 90: Calendar
Galaxy Tab.book Page 86 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Calendar • Notification settings: – Vibrate: Set vibration behavior for calendar notifications. Record events and appointments to manage your schedule. – Select alarm tone: Choose a tone for calendar notifications.
Page 91: Camera
Galaxy Tab.book Page 87 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Camera Daily Briefing Take pictures and record video with your device’s built in Monitor the weather, financial information, news, and your Camera. For more information, see “Camera” on page 66.
Page 92: Email
Galaxy Tab.book Page 88 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Email Gmail Send and receive email using popular email services. For more Send and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based email. information, see “Email” on page 47. For more information, see “Gmail” on page 45.
Page 93: Latitude
Galaxy Tab.book Page 89 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Latitude Market From a Home screen, touch Applications Browse for new Android applications, games or downloads for your device. You’ll need to have a Google account set up on your Latitude device to download a new application.
Page 94: Media Hub
Galaxy Tab.book Page 90 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Media Hub Messaging Samsung Media Hub is your one stop for the hottest movie and Send text and multimedia messages to other mobile devices and TV content. With hundreds of titles available at your fingertips, phones, or to email addresses.
Page 95: My Files
Galaxy Tab.book Page 91 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM My Files My Verizon Mobile Find, view and manage files stored on an installed memory card. View details and manage your Verizon Wireless account. If the file is associated with an application on your device, you Note: No airtime or minute charges apply when accessing My Verizon can launch the file in the application.
Page 96: Navigation
Galaxy Tab.book Page 92 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Navigation Settings Use Google Navigation to find a destination, and get walking or Configure your device to your preferences. For more information, driving directions. For more information, see “Navigation” on see “Settings”...
Page 97: Task Manager
Galaxy Tab.book Page 93 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Task Manager V CAST Apps View and manage active applications on your device. For more Browse and download applications, games and more from the V information, see “Task Manager” on page 9.
Page 98: Cast Music
Galaxy Tab.book Page 94 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM V CAST Music Video ® Browse and download songs from the V CAST Music with Rhapsody View and manage videos stored on an optional installed memory catalog. For more information, see “V CAST Music with Rhapsody” on card, or shop for new videos.
Page 99: Vz Navigator
Galaxy Tab.book Page 95 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM VZ Navigator World Clock ® Use VZ Navigator to find, share and navigate to millions of View the date and time in any time zone. locations, avoid traffic and drive or walk with ease.
Page 100: Section 11: Settings
Galaxy Tab.book Page 96 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 11: Settings Wi-Fi settings This section explains Settings for customizing your device. Accessing Settings Your device supports Wi-Fi b/g/n. Use Wi-Fi settings to manage your device’s Wi-Fi connections. From a Home screen, press the Menu Key Settings.
Page 101 Galaxy Tab.book Page 97 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Network notification • IP Settings: Enter IP settings for configuring a connection to a network using a static IP, including: Have your device alert you to new Wireless Access Points (WAPs).
Page 102 Galaxy Tab.book Page 98 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM 3G Mobile Hotspot 3G Mobile Hotspot settings From a Home screen, press the Menu Key Settings Use 3G Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s 3G internet connection with up to 5 other devices that connect to your device Wireless and network 3G Mobile Hotspot.
Page 103: Bluetooth Settings
Galaxy Tab.book Page 99 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Bluetooth settings Turning Bluetooth On or Off Use Bluetooth settings to manage Bluetooth connections, set Turn your device’s Bluetooth service On or Off. For more your device’s name, and control your device’s visibility.
Page 104 Galaxy Tab.book Page 100 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Tethering VPN settings Use Tethering to share your device’s 3G internet connection with Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). For more another device that connects to your device via USB cable.
Page 105 Galaxy Tab.book Page 101 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Mobile networks USB Settings Set options for network selection and data services while Configure how your device is identified when you attach it to a roaming. computer with a USB cable.
Page 106: Sound Settings
Galaxy Tab.book Page 102 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Sound settings Volume General Set the volume level for all types of sounds. Silent mode Note: You can only set volume when Silent Mode is disabled. Temporarily silence all the sounds your device makes except for media playback and alarms.
Page 107 Galaxy Tab.book Page 103 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Notifications Screen lock sounds Notification ringtone When enabled, tones play when unlocking and locking the Select a default ringtone for message, alarm, and other screen. notifications. From a Home screen, press the Menu Key...
Page 108: Display Settings
Galaxy Tab.book Page 104 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Display settings Black color density Font style Set the density for display of the color black. Black color density can be used to enhance picture depth. Set the font for screen displays.
Page 109: Location And Security
Galaxy Tab.book Page 105 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Screen timeout Location and security Set the length of delay between the last key press or screen Verizon Wireless values your privacy. Because of this, by default touch and the automatic screen timeout (dim and lock).
Page 110 Galaxy Tab.book Page 106 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Standalone GPS services Google location services Enable or disable location service from Standalone GPS services. Enable or disable location services from Google location services. Note: Standalone location services must be enabled to use some Note: Google location services must be enabled to use some applications.
Page 111 Galaxy Tab.book Page 107 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Screen unlock settings Passwords Set screen lock Visible passwords Choose settings for unlocking your screen. For more information When enabled, password characters will display briefly as you about using the lock and unlock features, see “Securing Your touch them while entering passwords.
Page 112 Galaxy Tab.book Page 108 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Credential storage Set password Use secure credentials Set or change a password to protect credentials. From a Home screen, press the Menu Key Settings You can install credentials from an installed memory card, and use Credential storage settings to allow applications to access Location and security.
Page 113: Applications
Galaxy Tab.book Page 109 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Applications Running services You can download and install applications from Android Market, View and control services running on your device. or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on Warning!: Not all services can be stopped, and stopping services may have your device.
Page 114: Accounts And Sync
Galaxy Tab.book Page 110 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Accounts and sync Stay awake When enabled, the screen will not go to sleep (lock) while Set up and manage accounts, including your Google and Backup connected to a PC via USB cable. This can be useful when using Assistant accounts.
Page 115 Galaxy Tab.book Page 111 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Manage accounts Removing an account Use Manage accounts to set up and configure your accounts. Important!: Removing an account also deletes all of its messages, contacts and other data from the device.
Page 116: Privacy
Galaxy Tab.book Page 112 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Privacy Personal Data Factory data reset Manage your device’s use of personal information. Mobile backup and restore Use Factory data reset to return your device to its factory Back up my settings defaults.
Page 117: Sd Card And Device Storage
Galaxy Tab.book Page 113 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM SD card and device storage Search Manage the use of memory resources in your device’s internal Use Search settings to define searchable areas on your device for memory, and on an installed memory card.
Page 118: Language And Keyboard
Galaxy Tab.book Page 114 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Phone Language and keyboard Select locale Configure settings for searching content on your device. Searchable items Set the language used by your device. Choose device features to be included in Google searches.
Page 119 Galaxy Tab.book Page 115 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Swype – Speed vs. accuracy: Send the sensitivity of Swype text recognition. • Help: Configure Swype settings. Swype is a new way to enter text by – Swype Help: View the Swype User Manual.
Page 120 Galaxy Tab.book Page 116 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM • Spell correction: Enable or disable automatic spell checking and Touch Voice input to enable or disable the Voice input correction. feature. When enabled, you can choose to enter text by speaking the words, using Google’s networked speech...
Page 121: Voice Input And Output
Galaxy Tab.book Page 117 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Voice input and output Voice output Text-to-speech settings Use Voice input and output settings to customize your device’s voice recognition feature, and audible readout of text, for Voice output provides audible readout of text, for example, the example, the contents of text messages, and the Caller ID for contents of text messages, and the Caller ID for incoming calls.
Page 122: Accessibility
Galaxy Tab.book Page 118 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Accessibility Date and time Accessibility services are special features to make using the By default, your device receives date and time information from device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use the the wireless network.
Page 123: About Device
Galaxy Tab.book Page 119 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM About device • Firmware version: Display the firmware version of your device. • Baseband version: Display the baseband version of your device. View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial.
Page 124: Section 12: Health And Safety Information
Galaxy Tab. The terms "GALAXY" or "mobile device" will be emitted by cell phones. While some researchers have reported used in this section to refer to your Galaxy Tab. Read this biological changes associated with RF energy, these studies have information before using your GALAXY.
Page 125 Galaxy Tab.book Page 121 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Interphone Study enough to cause ionization of atoms and molecules. Therefore, RF energy is a type of non-ionizing radiation. Other types of Interphone is a large international study designed to determine non-ionizing radiation include visible light, infrared radiation whether cell phones increase the risk of head and neck cancer.
Page 126 Galaxy Tab.book Page 122 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM International Cohort Study on Mobile Phone Users (COSMOS) Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) program of the National Cancer Institute The COSMOS study aims to conduct long-term health monitoring of a large group of people to determine if there are any health...
Page 127 Galaxy Tab.book Page 123 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used for convenience Accessories and comfort. They are also required by law in many states if you want to use your phone while driving.
Page 128 Galaxy Tab.book Page 124 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Children and Cell Phones • National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): http:// www.cdc.gov/niosh/ The scientific evidence does not show a danger to any users of World Health Organization (WHO): http://www.who.int/peh-emf/...
Page 129: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Certification Information
Galaxy Tab.book Page 125 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions Information accepted by the FCC with the mobile device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands.
Page 130: Smart Practices While Driving
Galaxy Tab.book Page 126 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM SAR information on this and other model devices can be viewed Notice regarding legal restrictions on mounting this device in an online at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ea. To find information that automobile: pertains to this particular model GALAXY, this site uses the FCC ID Laws in some states may prohibit mounting this device on or number A3LSCHI800.
Page 131: Battery Use & Safety
Galaxy Tab.book Page 127 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Battery Use & Safety Important!: Use only Samsung-approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers which are specifically The battery in GALAXY is not intended to be replaced by the designed for your GALAXY.
Page 132 Galaxy Tab.book Page 128 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling UL Certified Travel Adapter Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its The Travel Adapter for this mobile device has met applicable UL customers to recycle Samsung mobile devices and genuine safety requirements.
Page 133 Galaxy Tab.book Page 129 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Display/Touch-Screen GALAXY can also use an Assisted Global Positioning System (AGPS) which obtains information from the cellular network to Please note the following information when using your mobile improve GPS performance. AGPS uses your wireless service...
Page 134 Galaxy Tab.book Page 130 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM conditions, closures, traffic, and all other factors that may impact mobile device with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric safe driving or walking. Always obey posted road signs.
Page 135 Galaxy Tab.book Page 131 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Responsible Listening • Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an audio source. Caution!: Avoid potential hearing loss. Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at •...
Page 136 Galaxy Tab.book Page 132 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM You can obtain additional information on this subject from the Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html following sources: 1-888-232-6348 TTY Operating Environment American Academy of Audiology 11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area,...
Page 137 Galaxy Tab.book Page 133 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Posted Facilities • Should turn the mobile device OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place; Switch your mobile device off in any facility where posted notices Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your •...
Page 138 Galaxy Tab.book Page 134 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Other Important Safety Information Keep the mobile device and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children. Only qualified personnel should service the mobile. Faulty service may •...
Page 139: Section 13: Warranty Information
Galaxy Tab.book Page 135 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Section 13: Warranty Information Standard Limited Warranty What is Not Covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of Product by What is Covered and For How Long? Purchaser. This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC ("SAMSUNG")
Page 140 Product; (i) any other acts which are not of ninety (90) days. All other repaired/replaced Product will be the fault of SAMSUNG; or (j) Product used or purchased outside the warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the original United States.
Page 141 Galaxy Tab.book Page 137 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY KIND ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. THIS WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT.
Page 142 Galaxy Tab.book Page 138 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM This Limited Warranty allocates risk of Product failure between Purchaser and SAMSUNG, and SAMSUNG's Product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty.
Page 143: Index
Galaxy Tab.book Page 139 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Index Numerics Applications settings allow mock locations 3G Mobile Hotspot Calculator development connecting a device Calendar managing settings Camcorder running services turning on and off recording video stay awake using your device as a hotspot...
Page 144 Galaxy Tab.book Page 140 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM updating YouTube Groups Gallery creating Date & time settings sharing pictures and video sending a message Display settings viewing pictures and video animation Games Black color density Let’s Golf Health and Safety Information brightness N.O.V.A.
Page 145 Galaxy Tab.book Page 141 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM device administration Gmail Google location services managing N.O.V.A. my location settings Namecards screen unlock threaded view sending Standalone GPS services types Navigation visible passwords Mobile Hotspot command keys VZW location services...
Page 146 Galaxy Tab.book Page 142 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM haptic feedback Text settings notification ringtone Samsung keypad Reset ringer volume Threaded view factory data screen lock sounds Turning Your Device On and Off Ringtones silent mode Tutorial notification vibrate...
Page 147 Galaxy Tab.book Page 143 Monday, November 8, 2010 3:31 PM Voice Search Volume YouTube ringer adding settings Wallpaper setting Warranty Information Widgets Wi-Fi adding a connection manually scanning and connecting settings turning on or off using your device as a hotspot...

Samsung Galaxy Tab User Manual

Section 1: Getting Started

Section 2: Understanding Your Device

Section 3: Contacts and Accounts

Section 4: Entering Text

Section 5: Messaging

Section 6: Web and Social Networking

Section 7: Music

Section 8: Pictures and Video

Section 9: Connections

Section 10: Applications and Widgets

Section 11: Settings

Section 12: Health and Safety Information

Section 13: Warranty Information

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