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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide [Sprint UG template version 15a] Sprint_Samsung_SM-T807P_UM_Eng_110916_FINAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Get Started ..............................1 Your Tablet at a Glance ........................1 Set Up Your Tablet..........................2 Charge the Battery ........................2 SIM Card ............................3 Turn Your Tablet On ........................4 Activate Your Tablet ..........................4 Complete the Setup ..........................5 Access Instructions on the Tablet ......................
  • Page 3 Screen Capture ........................... 24 Smart Stay ............................24 Enter Text ............................25 Samsung Keyboard ........................25 Google Voice Typing ........................26 Swype ............................27 Edit Text ............................28 Contacts ..............................29 Get Started with Contacts ........................29 Add a Contact ............................. 29 Edit a Contact ............................
  • Page 4 Manage Your Email Inbox ......................40 Access Email Settings ........................ 41 Delete an Email Account ......................42 Social Networking Accounts ....................... 42 Google+ ............................42 Hangouts ............................. 42 YouTube ............................42 Apps and Entertainment ..........................43 Google Play Store ..........................43 Find and Install an App .......................
  • Page 5 Data Services General Information (4G LTE Network)............... 52 4G LTE ............................52 Your User Name ......................... 53 Data Connection Status and Indicators ..................53 Wi-Fi Direct ............................54 Sprint Hotspot ............................. 54 Bluetooth ............................. 55 Turn Bluetooth On or Off ......................55 Pair with a Bluetooth Device .......................
  • Page 6 Video Player ............................74 Tools and Calendar ............................. 75 1Weather ............................. 75 Calculator ............................75 Calendar .............................. 75 Add an Event to the Calendar ..................... 75 Add a Task to the Calendar ......................76 View Events ..........................77 Delete Events ..........................77 Clock ..............................
  • Page 7 Mobile Networks Settings ......................88 VPN Settings ..........................89 Ethernet Settings ........................89 Roaming Settings ........................89 Nearby Devices ........................... 90 Printing Settings ..........................90 Screen Mirroring ..........................91 Sounds and Notifications Settings ...................... 92 Volume Settings .......................... 92 Sound Mode ..........................92 Vibration Intensity ........................
  • Page 8 Backup and Reset Settings ....................... 106 Language and Input Settings ......................107 Choose a Default Language ..................... 107 Set a Default Input Method ....................... 107 Samsung Keyboard Settings ....................108 Swype Settings ......................... 109 Google Voice Typing Settings....................110 Text-to-Speech Options ......................111 Mouse/Trackpad ........................
  • Page 9 Copyright Information ..........................126 Intellectual Property ........................126 Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ................ 126 Samsung Electronics America, Inc................... 127 Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? ..........127 Legal Information ........................128 Index ................................129 viii...

  • Page 10: Get Started

    Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your tablet the first time. Your Tablet at a Glance The following illustration outlines your tablet’s primary external features and buttons. Front View Back View Get Started...

  • Page 11: Set Up Your Tablet

    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 12: Sim Card

    SIM Card The SIM card is an IC card containing a phone number and other customer information. Your tablet’s SIM card is preinstalled and should only be accessed if directed by a customer service representative. Handling a SIM Card Keep the following in mind when handling a SIM card: ●...

  • Page 13: Turn Your Tablet On

    1. Open the SIM card slot cover on the side of the tablet. 2. Make sure the gold contacts of the SIM card face downward and that the notched corner of the card faces as shown. 3. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot (as shown) until the card locks into place. 4.

  • Page 14: Complete The Setup

    Samsung Account: Your Samsung Account is used for access to Samsung apps and  services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, and much more. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Samsung Account, or sign up for a new Samsung Account. 2. Tap Finish to complete setup.

  • Page 15: Access Instructions On The Tablet

    Access Instructions on the Tablet These topics will help you find help on your new tablet and will introduce the basics of using your tablet's touchscreen if you are a new user. Access Help Use the tablet's Help menu to learn about your tablet. 1.

  • Page 16: Manage Your Account

    Manage Your Account Manage your Sprint account from your computer or your Sprint tablet. Online: sprint.com/mysprint ● Access your account information. ● Check your data used (depending on your Sprint service plan). ● View and pay your bill. ● Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment. ●...

  • Page 17: Tablet Basics

    Tablet Basics Your tablet is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your tablet. Your Tablet’s Layout The following illustration outlines your tablet’s basic layout.

  • Page 18: Back View

    Part Description Home key Return you to the home screen. Recent apps key Access recently used apps. Headset jack Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. Turn the tablet or screen on or off, switch your tablet to Airplane mode, Power/Lock key or restart your tablet.

  • Page 19: Turn Your Tablet On And Off

    Part Description SIM card Location of the SIM card. USB charger/accessory port Connect the tablet to the charger using a USB cable. SD card slot Location of the optional SD card (not included). Caution: The SIM Card should never be removed unless you are instructed to remove it by authorized service personnel.

  • Page 20: Touchscreen Navigation

    Turn the Screen on and Unlock It 1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock key. 2. Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock the screen. If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the ...

  • Page 21: Touch And Hold

    Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Tablet Basics...
  • Page 22 Drag To drag, touch 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. Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
  • Page 23 Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the tablet sideways. When entering text, you can turn the tablet sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. Note: Screen rotation needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Drag the status bar down, and then tap Screen rotation.

  • Page 24: Your Home Screen

    Your Home Screen 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. Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display additional screens.

  • Page 25: Add And Remove Widgets

    Add and Remove Widgets Widgets are self-contained applications that reside either in your Widgets tab or on the main or extended home screens. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget appears as an application. Widgets can include Contacts shortcuts, bookmarks, music playlists, Gmail and email accounts, and many other types of apps. Add a Widget 1.

  • Page 26: Wallpapers

    Wallpapers You can choose a picture to display on the Home Screen, Lock screen, or on both the Home and Lock screens. Choose from preloaded wallpaper images or select a photo you have downloaded or taken with the Camera. 1. From home, pinch the screen. –...
  • Page 27 Icon Description Sync: Sync is active. Battery charging: Battery is charging. Battery full: Battery is fully charged. Notification Icons Icon Description New email: New email has arrived. New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived. New Hangouts message: New Hangouts message has arrived. Event: A calendar event is approaching.

  • Page 28: Recent Apps

    Recent Apps You can access recently used applications through a display of shortcuts to the applications themselves. 1. Tap Recent apps from any screen to display recently used apps. 2. Tap a preview to open the application. Notification Panel The notification panel displays information about connections, alerts, new messages, and more. It also has Quick settings buttons which allow you to quickly access and change common system settings.

  • Page 29: S Finder

    Access the Notification Panel 1. Drag the status bar down to display the notification panel. Drag the notification panel upward to close it. 2. Tap a notification to view details or to launch the related app or feature. Clear Notifications ■...
  • Page 30 Adapt display: Optimize the screen based on what is being displayed. For more information,  Screen Mode. U. power saving: Use Ultra power saving mode. For more information, see Ultra Power  Saving Mode. ™ Multi window: Enable the Multi window feature.

  • Page 31: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multi window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Note: Only applications found within the Apps tray can be active with another current application on the screen. When launching applications that contain multimedia files (music or video), audio from both files will be played simultaneously.

  • Page 32: Use Multi Window

    You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view: Recent apps. 1. From any screen, tap Recently used apps that support Multi window show Multi window in their title bar.  2. Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch an application in split screen view. Other recently used apps that support Multi window display beside the launched app.

  • Page 33: Customize The Multi Window Apps

    Customize the Multi Window Apps The apps on the Multi window tray can be rearranged or removed. 1. Swipe from the right side of the screen (or touch and hold the Back key) to display the Multi window tray. 2. Configure the Multi window tray with these options: Tray controls >...

  • Page 34: Enter Text

    Assigning the Samsung Keyboard for Text Entry If you have multiple text input methods installed on your device, you can select the Samsung keyboard to be your default text input method from Settings, or you can choose it at any time while entering text.

  • Page 35: Google Voice Typing

    Emoticon to display a grid of emoticons. • • Keyboard layout to select a layout for the keyboard (Normal, Floating, or Split). If you have more than one language selected in Samsung keyboard settings, you can swipe  your finger over Spacebar to switch between languages.

  • Page 36: Swype

    Close. The keyboard will reappear. 4. Once you have completed entering your text, tap Note: You can assign a new language to Google voice typing. Tap Settings > Languages, tap a language, and then tap Save to assign it as the default language. To add more languages, tap Settings >...

  • Page 37: Edit Text

    Edit Text Your tablet gives you many options to make entering text easier—including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, and more. Note: Some apps do not support text editing, while others may offer their own way to select and edit text. Edit Existing Text Selection cursor displays at the point you 1.

  • Page 38: Contacts

    Device contacts are stored in device memory.  Google contacts are shared with your Google Account.  Samsung account contacts are shared with your Samsung account.  Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync contacts are shared with your Exchange account.  Access Contacts ■...

  • Page 39: Edit A Contact

    Name: Enter the name. Tap Expand next to the Name field to display additional name  fields. Phone: Enter a phone number.  Email: Enter an email address.  Groups: Assign the contact to a group.  Add another field: Add new fields for the contact. ...

  • Page 40: Delete A Contact

    Separate Linked Contacts You can separate linked contacts back into separate contacts. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap More options > Unlink contacts. 3. Tap Remove next to a contact to separate it from the original contact. Add Contacts to Your Favorites The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts Gold star.

  • Page 41: Groups

    Groups This feature allows you to add a new or existing contact to a group. This group can be one of the already present groups (Family, Friends, or Co-workers) or a user-created group. Create a New Group You can create new groups and add members. Apps >...

  • Page 42: Accounts And Messaging

    Accounts and Messaging Set up accounts on your tablet to synchronize information between your tablet and accounts. Google Account You will need a Google Account to access several tablet features such as Gmail, Google Maps, Hangouts, and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you must enter your account information.

  • Page 43: 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 > Gmail.  The Gmail inbox opens. 2. In the inbox, tap Compose.  The Gmail composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send.

  • Page 44: Use Gmail Labels

    Open Gmail Messages You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail.  The Gmail inbox opens. 2. Tap the message thread you want to view.  The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed. Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages ●...

  • Page 45: 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 > Gmail.  The inbox opens. 2.

  • Page 46: 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 > Gmail.  The inbox opens. 2. Tap Search. 3. Enter your search text and tap Search.

  • Page 47: 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 > Gmail.  The Primary inbox opens. 2. Tap Menu. 3. Tap the icon for the account you want to view from the list at the top of the menu. ...

  • Page 48: Add A Microsoft Exchange Activesync Account

    Apps > Settings > General > Accounts. 1. From home, tap 2. Tap Add account and select an email service provider. 3. Follow the prompts to set up and configure your account. Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account The Email application also provides access to your Microsoft Exchange account from your tablet. If your company uses Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, 2007, or 2010 as the corporate email system, you can use this email application to wirelessly synchronize your email, Contacts, and Task information directly with your company’s Exchange server.

  • Page 49: View And Reply To Email

    View and Reply to Email Reading and replying to email on your tablet is as simple as on your computer. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. From the email account Inbox, tap a message to view it. 3. Choose an option: Reply: Send a message to the original sender.

  • Page 50: Access Email Settings

    Filter Email Messages 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. From the email account Inbox, tap More options > Filter by. 3. Select an option to display messages that match the filter. Delete Email Messages Apps > Email. 1. From home, tap 2.

  • Page 51: Delete An Email Account

    Delete an Email Account If you no longer want an email account on your tablet, you can remove it. From home, tap Apps > Email. More options > Settings. Tap the account to delete, Tap Remove account > Remove to remove the account. Social Networking Accounts Stay in touch on the go with all your social networking accounts.

  • Page 52: Apps And Entertainment

    Apps and Entertainment All your tablet’s features are accessible through the Apps list. Note: Available apps and preloaded apps are subject to change. Google Play Store ™ Google Play is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your tablet. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games, to bestselling books, blockbuster movies, and music.

  • Page 53: Request A Refund For A Paid App

    4. Tap an app to read a description about the app and user reviews. 5. Tap Install (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications). Note: If you did not set up a payment option during tablet setup or when adding your Google Account, you will be prompted to add a payment method when making a purchase from Google Play.

  • Page 54: Uninstall An App

    Set Automatic App Updates 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. More options > Auto-update. 3. Tap the app you want to set for auto-update, and then tap  The app is set to update automatically whenever an update becomes available. Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps.

  • Page 55: Evernote

    Evernote Use Evernote to create, synchronize, and share multimedia notes. You can add tags to the notes, or sort the notes into a notebook so that you can manage your ideas efficiently. ■ From home, tap Apps > Evernote. Flipboard Use Flipboard to access your personalized magazines.

  • Page 56: Google Play Movies & Tv

    Google Play Movies & TV With Google Play Movies & TV, you can watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can stream them instantly, or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet. You can also view videos saved on your device.

  • Page 57: Nytimes

    Note: For information about loading music onto your tablet, see Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and Computer. NYTimes Read the latest web edition of The New York Times newspaper. ■ From home, tap Apps > NYTimes. Sprint Music Plus Purchase, download, and play music and tones for your tablet with Sprint Music Plus. Note: For information about loading music onto your tablet, see Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and Computer.

  • Page 58: Sprint Zone

    Purchase and Download Music from the Sprint Music Plus Store From the Sprint Music Plus Store, you can shop for songs to purchase and download to your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Sprint Music Plus > Music Store. 2.

  • Page 59: Web And Data

    Web and Data The following topics address your tablet’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data- related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar. Your tablet’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections.

  • Page 60: Internet Browser

    4. The network names of detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed. When you select an open network, your tablet will be automatically connected to the network.  When you select a secured network, you will need to enter the wireless password to connect ...

  • Page 61: Data Services General Information (4G Lte Network)

    Data Services General Information (4G LTE Network) The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your tablet. Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your tablet is loading the requested service, the touchscreen or QWERTY keyboard may appear unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly.

  • Page 62: 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 your network.

  • Page 63: Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. For example, your tablet can use Wi-Fi Direct to share photos, contacts and other content with other Wi-Fi Direct devices. 1.

  • Page 64: Bluetooth

    Allowed Device List Control whether devices connect to your Sprint hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Sprint hotspot name and password. Caution: Using your device as a mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Sprint hotspot is active, your device’s applications will use the mobile hotspot data service.

  • Page 65: Pair With A Bluetooth Device

    Pair with a Bluetooth Device Pairing initiates a connection between your tablet and the target device, usually by using a passcode or PIN. After pairing, your tablet and the target device recognize each other and exchange information without having to enter a passcode or PIN. 1.

  • Page 66: Disconnect Or Unpair From A Bluetooth Device

    Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device Follow these instructions to disconnect or unpair your tablet from a Bluetooth device. Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. 2. Tap On/Off to turn Bluetooth on. 3.

  • Page 67: Receive Information Using Bluetooth

    3. Follow the steps for the type of item you want to send: Photos and videos (in Gallery). On the Albums tab, tap an album, tap an item, and then tap  Share via > Bluetooth. Calendar event: In the Calendar’s Day view, Agenda view, or Week view, tap the event and ...

  • Page 68: Add A Vpn

    Set a Screen Lock Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your tablet by unauthorized users. PIN or password screen locks provide sufficient security to set up trusted credential storage. 1. From home, tap Apps >...

  • Page 69: Memory Card

    Memory Card You can install an optional microSD 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 70: View The Microsd Card's Available Memory

    Important: You can easily damage the memory card and card slot by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. View the microSD Card’s Available Memory Use the following procedure to view used and available memory on an optional microSD card (not included).
  • Page 71 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 side of the tablet.  Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need ...
  • Page 72 6. When you are done, disconnect your tablet from your computer.  The transferred files are now saved to your tablet. 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.

  • Page 73: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Take photos and record videos using the camera and camcorder features. View your photos and videos using the Gallery and Video Player apps. Camera Overview Use the Camera to take and share pictures and videos. Apps > Camera to access your tablet’s camera.

  • Page 74: 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). ●...

  • Page 75: Record Videos

    Record Videos Use the Camera to record video. Important: Do not take videos of people without their permission. Do not take videos in places where cameras are not allowed. Do not take videos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy. 1.

  • Page 76: Configure The Camera

    Configure the Camera Camera settings are special options that you can choose, right on the camera screen, to make taking pictures or recording videos easy, and to make your pictures or videos special. Customize Shortcuts The Camera screen offers two customizable shortcuts, to give you the ability to choose favorite settings on the fly.
  • Page 77 Face detection: Set the device to recognize people’s faces and help you take photos of  them. ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film-camera  equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for fast- moving or poorly-lit objects.

  • Page 78: Gallery

    Help: View information on using the camera and camcorder.  Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.  Gallery View and edit pictures and watch videos that you have downloaded or taken with your tablet’s camera. For pictures stored on an optional memory card, you can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping. You can also set a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share pictures with your friends.

  • Page 79: View Photos And Videos

    Settings: Configure Gallery settings. • Help: Get help using Gallery. • View Photos and Videos Tap a photo or video to view it in full screen. Zoom In or Out on a Photo There are two ways you can zoom in or out of a photo. ■...

  • Page 80: Work With Photos

    Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be • compatible with the device. • Settings: Configure Gallery settings. For more information, see Gallery Settings. View Videos Note: If no icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to display them.

  • Page 81: Share Photos And Videos

    Crop a Photo The crop your photos: 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap an image to display the picture. 3. Tap More options > Crop. 4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear, drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box.

  • Page 82: Send Photos Or Videos Using Bluetooth

    Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several photos, videos, or both and send them to someone’s device or your computer using Bluetooth. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send. 3.

  • Page 83: Video Player

    Video Player Play videos stored on your tablet, or from your other devices. Apps > Video. 1. From home, tap 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your tablet. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip. 3.

  • Page 84: Tools And Calendar

    Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your tablet’s productivity-enhancing apps and features. 1Weather 1Weather lets you receive real-time local weather information at any location in the world. Access 7-day and hourly weather forecasts for your area. Apps > 1Weather.

  • Page 85: Add A Task To The Calendar

    Title: Enter a title for the event.  Location: Enter a location for the event, or tap Location to select the location on a map.  Start/End: Select a time for the event by tapping the corresponding fields and adjusting the ...

  • Page 86: View Events

    Description: Enter a description for the task. • Priority: Set the task’s priority to High, Medium, or Low. • 4. Tap Done to save the new task. View Events To view your calendar events: 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar.

  • Page 87: Set Alarms

    Set Alarms Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified for the alarm. Apps > Clock > Alarm tab. 1. From home, tap 2. Tap Create alarm, and then enter information for the alarm. Alarm options include: Time: Choose a time for the alarm.

  • Page 88: 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 > Clock > World clock tab. Add and select a city. 2. Tap 3. Repeat to add multiple cities. Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second.

  • Page 89: Galaxy Apps

    Galaxy Apps Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy tablet. Note: You must sign in to a Samsung account in order to download Galaxy Apps. Apps > Galaxy Apps. ■ From home, tap Google Search Google Search lets you search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device.

  • Page 90: Sidesync

    3. Tap Tutorial to learn about S Voice, or tap Start S Voice to skip the tutorial and start using S Voice. 4. Speak a command. The screen gives you some examples. SideSync With SideSync, you can share screens, windows, and data between a PC and Samsung Android device. ■ From home, and tap Apps >...

  • Page 91: Voice Search

    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 92: Settings

    Device: Personalize your device, including sounds, the display, and accessibility. ● General: Create and modify your accounts (such as Email, Google Account, and Samsung account). Access settings to configure Language and input and manage security, storage, and other features of the device.

  • Page 93: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Use Wi-Fi settings to control your tablet’s connections to Wi-Fi networks, and for using Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. For more information about using Wi-Fi, see Wi-Fi. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings >...

  • Page 94: Sprint Hotspot Settings

    Share Wi-Fi profile: Share your Wi-Fi profile with other devices.  Help: Get help using Wi-Fi.  Sprint Hotspot Settings Manage your Sprint hotspot security and connection settings. For more information, see Sprint Hotspot. Apps > Settings > Connections > Sprint hotspot. 1.

  • Page 95: Tethering

    Tethering Share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device using a USB cable or via Bluetooth. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections > Tethering. 2. Choose a tethering method: USB tethering: Connect the device to a computer using a USB cable, and then tap USB ...

  • Page 96: Location Settings

    Alert me about data usage: Your tablet will alert you when mobile data usage reaches the  warning limit you set. After enabling the setting, drag the orange warning line on the graph below to set the data usage warning limit. Data usage cycle: Tap the menu, and then choose a time period for data usage.

  • Page 97: More Networks

    High accuracy: When enabled, your device uses GPS information, Wi-Fi, and mobile • networks to estimate your location. Power saving: When enabled, your device uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate • your location. • GPS only: When enabled, your device only uses GPS information to estimate your location.

  • Page 98: Vpn Settings

    Access Point Names: View, configure, and add access point names (APNs) for your tablet’s  data connection. Network operators: View mobile network operator information for international GSM  networks. VPN Settings Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPN). Note: VPN settings include storage of login credentials on your tablet. You must configure a Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint screen lock before setting up a VPN.

  • Page 99: Nearby Devices

    Apps > Settings > Connections. 2. Tap Printing, and then choose a print service from the list. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is available by default. Additional print services may be downloaded from the Google Play store. 3. Tap On/Off to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to configure settings or print.

  • Page 100: Screen Mirroring

    Add a Printer Before you can print to a printer, you must set it up on your device. You will need to know the IP address of the printer; consult the printer’s documentation for this information. 1. From home, tap Apps >...

  • Page 101: Sounds And Notifications Settings

    Sounds and Notifications Settings Configure your tablet’s sounds, vibrations, and notifications. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications and adjust your settings. Volume Settings 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.

  • Page 102: Notification Ringtone

     and for certain screen touches. Sound when tapped: Play a tone when tapping the Samsung keyboard.  Vibrate when tapped: Set the tablet to vibrate when tapping the Samsung keyboard.  Email: Set email notification sounds and vibration. ...

  • Page 103: Notifications On Lock Screen

    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 > Sounds and vibrations. 2. Tap Do not disturb. 3. Tap Allow exceptions, and then tap one of the following options: No exceptions: Allow no exceptions.

  • Page 104: Display Settings

    Display Settings Configure settings for your tablet’s display. Font You can set the font style and size for all text that displays on the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display > Font for options: Font style: Choose a font style.

  • Page 105: Screen Timeout

    Screen Timeout Screen timeout lets you select how long the display screen remains lit. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display > Screen timeout, and then tap a time setting. Screen Mode Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can choose to have the device automatically adapt the display depending on the type of image being displayed, and other criteria such as battery level.

  • Page 106: Daydream

    Daydream ™ Use Daydream to control what the screen displays when the tablet is docked or charging. Choose to display Colors, Flipboard, or photos. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Display > Daydream. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Daydream on. 4.

  • Page 107: Wallpaper

    Wallpaper Use wallpaper to customize the background of the Home and Lock screens. Choose from preloaded wallpapers or select a photo you have downloaded or taken with the Camera. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device. 2. Tap Wallpaper, and then tap a screen to customize: Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
  • Page 108 PIN: Enter a numeric PIN (Personal Identification Number) to unlock the tablet.  • Clock widget options: Customize your clock. • Owner information: Display the device’s owner information on the Lock screen. • Lock automatically: Choose whether the screen will lock automatically immediately after the screen turns off (dims), or choose a time interval to delay locking.

  • Page 109: Multi Window Settings

    Multi Window Settings Multi window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Tip: You can also turn Multi window on and off through the notification panel. Drag the notification panel down and tap the Multi window Quick settings button. 1.

  • Page 110: Toolbox

    Toolbox Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, so you can access your favorite apps quickly. You can choose items to display in Toolbox, and you can drag the Toolbox anywhere on the screen. Activate the Toolbox 1.

  • Page 111: Motions Settings

    Motions Settings Use your palm and side of your hand to control your device. Apps > Settings > Device. 1. From home, tap 2. Tap Motions. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: Mute: Mute sounds by placing your palm on the screen. Tap Mute for more options. ...
  • Page 112 Turn off all sounds: Mute every sound made by the tablet during touches, selections,  notifications, and more. Samsung subtitles (CC): Display Samsung subtitles where available. Tap On/Off to turn the  feature on, and then tap Samsung subtitles to configure options.

  • Page 113: Users

    Services Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store. Certain  accessibility services you install may be configured here. Users You can share this tablet with multiple people by creating user accounts. Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and so on.

  • Page 114: Private Mode

    Samsung account. Accounts Settings When you set up accounts on your tablet, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your tablet and the account. Types of information you can synchronize include contacts, pictures, videos, and other types of files.

  • Page 115: Cloud Settings

    Apps > Settings > General. 2. Tap Cloud. 3. Tap Add Samsung account or tap your configured Samsung account to manage your sync settings and backup options. Use Your Dropbox Account Use your Dropbox account to back up your data. For more information, visit dropbox.com.

  • Page 116: Language And Input Settings

    Backup account: Choose a Google Account for backups.  Automatic restore: Allow your tablet to restore information from your backup account when  you reinstall an app. Reset Network Settings You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1.

  • Page 117: Samsung Keyboard Settings

    Samsung Keyboard Settings The Samsung Keyboard is a QWERTY keyboard, so you can enter text by “typing” on the keyboard. Samsung keyboard is enabled by default, and you can choose options for using it. 1. From home, tap Apps >...

  • Page 118: Swype Settings

    Character preview: Display a big character bubble as you tap each key. • More settings  • Reset settings: Return settings to the defaults. Swype Settings Swype is a new way to enter text on touchscreens. Instead of tapping each key individually, use your finger to trace over the letters of a word.

  • Page 119: Google Voice Typing Settings

    Living Language: When enabled, Swype will automatically update with popular new • words. • Personalization: Log into your favorite social networking sites to use your entries there to update Swype. • Edit my dictionary: Modify words added to Swype. • Clear language data: Delete all the words you have added to the Swype dictionary.

  • Page 120: Text-To-Speech Options

    Text-to-Speech Options Text-to-speech (TTS) provides audible readout of text. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > General > Language and input. 2. Tap Text-to-speech options to configure: Preferred TTS engine: Select a text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings to configure  options.

  • Page 121: Accessories

    Accessories Configure your tablet’s behavior when it is connected to optional accessories (not included). Apps > Settings > General. 1. From home, tap 2. Tap Accessories for options: HDMI Audio output: Set audio to stereo or surround output.  Book cover Automatic unlock: Flip the book cover (not included) open to unlock the screen when ...

  • Page 122: Power Saving Mode

    Power Saving Mode Configure Power saving mode settings to conserve battery power. Power Saving Mode This mode limits basic services to save battery power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > General > Power saving. 2. Tap Power saving mode, and then tap On/Off to turn the mode on. The following option is available: Restrict all background data: Do not allow content to be downloaded from the Internet or ...

  • Page 123: Security Settings

    Portable storage: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on an  optional installed memory card (not included). Mount: Prepare the memory card for use as storage in the tablet. This option is only • available if a memory card is installed, and is not already mounted. Normally, your tablet mounts a memory card as soon as you install it.

  • Page 124: Encryption

    Tap Preferred networks to select an option for downloading security updates. • To manually check for updates, tap Check for updates. Send Security Reports: When enabled, your tablet will only send security reports to  Samsung when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Settings...

  • Page 125: Credential Storage

    Credential Storage You can install credentials from an optional installed memory card (not included), and use the Credential storage settings to allow applications to access the security certificates and other credentials. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > General. 2.

  • Page 126: System Update Settings

    Legal information: Display open source licenses, Google legal information, System  WebView licenses, Samsung legal information, and Privacy Alert. Report diagnostic info: Improve the quality and performance of Samsung products and  services by providing diagnostic and usage data. Device name: View or edit your tablet’s name.

  • Page 127: Application Manager

     Application Manager You can download and install applications from the Google Play store or Samsung Apps and install them on your tablet. Use Application manager to manage applications on your tablet. Warning: Because this tablet can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk.

  • Page 128: Application Settings

    Application Settings Configure settings for your tablet’s applications. Contacts Settings Configure options for contacts stored on your tablet. Tip: You can also access Contacts Settings from the Contacts app. From home, tap Contacts > More options > Settings. Apps > Settings.

  • Page 129: Email Settings

    Email Settings Configure options for email accounts you set up on your tablet. Tip: You can also access Email settings from the Email app. From home, tap Apps > Email > More options > Settings. Edit General Email Preferences Configure general email preferences for all of your email accounts. 1.
  • Page 130 Size to retrieve emails: Choose a maximum size for emails for your tablet to • automatically retrieve during synchronization. For larger emails, your tablet will prompt you to download the contents when you open them. You can set a separate retrieval limit to use when roaming.

  • Page 131: Gallery Settings

    Conversation view filter: Apply conversation view filter to this account. • • In case of sync conflict: Choose whether information from the server or tablet has priority when there is a conflict. Security options: Configure advanced security options, including encryption. •...

  • Page 132: Internet Settings

    Internet Settings Configure Internet settings, to customize the browser to your preferences. Basic Internet Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Applications > Internet to configure options: Homepage: Tap to choose a homepage, to display when you launch Internet. ...

  • Page 133: S Voice Settings

    View today according to: Set today’s date and time to use a Fixed time zone or the • local time zone. Event notification:  • Set snooze duration: Set the interval between alerts when snoozing. Select alert type: Choose the type of notifications for calendar events. You can choose •...

  • Page 134: Google Settings

    Google Settings Configure Google services. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Applications > Google to configure options: Sign-in & security: Configure how you sign in to your Google Account, device access and  notifications, and connected apps and sites. Personal info &...

  • Page 135: 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 136: Samsung Electronics America, Inc

    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 137: Legal Information

    Full written terms and detailed information about the warranty and obtaining service are available on the device at: Settings > General > 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 138: Index

    Index 1Weather, 75 Charger/Accessory Port, 10 4G, 52 Chrome, 51 About Device, 117 Clock, 77 Accessibility Settings, 102 Cloud, 106 Accessory Port, 10 Contacts, 29 Accounts, 33 Accessing, 29 Email, 38 Add, 29 Google, 33 Add to Your Favorites, 31 Social Network, 42 Assign a Photo, 30 Accounts and Sync, 105...
  • Page 139 Archive threads, 36 Internet Settings, 123 Delete threads, 36 Interruptions Setting, 93 Labels, 35 Keyboard, 109 Mute threads, 36 Samsung, 25, 108, 109 New messages, 34 Language and Input Read and reply, 34 Settings, 107 Read messages, 35 Location Settings, 87...
  • Page 140 More Settings, 88 S Finder, 20 Motions, 102 S Voice, 80 Multi Window, 100 S Voice Settings, 124 Nearby Devices, 90 Samsung Keyboard, 25, 109 Notification Panel, 100 Settings, 108 Pointer Speed, 111 Screen Power Saving Mode, 113 Turn Off, 10...
  • Page 141 Screen Rotation, 95 Touch, 11 Screen Timeout, 96 Touch and Hold, 12 Security, 114 Touch Key Light Duration, 97 Smart Stay, 95 Touch Sounds Setting, 93 Sprint Hotspot, 85 Touchscreen Storage, 113 Drag, 13 System Update, 117 Flick, 13 Text-to-Speech, 111 Pinch and Spread, 14 Touch Key Light Duration, 97 Rotate, 14...

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