Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1 User manual

TABLET
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your device
and keep it for future reference.

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ATTEMPT TO DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE
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WILL NO LONGER OPERATE AND BE INSTRUCTED
TO POWER DOWN THE DEVICE. YOU MUST THEN
CONTACT YOUR CARRIER TO RESTORE THE DEVICE
TO THE CARRIER AUTHORIZED SETTINGS.
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Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of
device may vary.

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Do you have questions about your
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at: samsung.com/us/support
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is
less than the specified capacity because the operating
system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you
upgrade the device.
Nuance®, VSuite™, T9®Text Input, and the Nuance logo
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance
Communications, Inc., or its affiliates in the United
States and/or other countries.
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“BDesign”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word
mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and
are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG.
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the SD Card Association.
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Inc. © 2010 Swype, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Legal Information
Important legal information can be accessed in writing
on the mobile device or at samsung.com.
READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR
MOBILE DEVICE.
Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered
under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty
including its dispute resolution procedure.
Full written terms and detailed information about
the warranty and obtaining service are available
on the device at: Settings > About device >
LegalInformation > Samsung legal or you may
access the online version of the Health/Safety and
Warranty guide for your device at:
English
samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide
Spanish
samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide-SP
The online version of the End User Licensing
Agreement (EULA) for your device can be found
online at:
samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Getting Started............................................................1
Front View........................................................................2
Back View........................................................................4
Assemble Your Device ..................................................6
Set Up Your Device .......................................................9
Set Up Accounts on Your Device .............................11
Know Your Device ...................................................12
Home Screen................................................................13
Status Bar......................................................................19
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures ..........................21
Notification Panel.........................................................23
Multi Window.................................................................26
S Pen..............................................................................30
Enter Text.......................................................................37
Applications.................................................................40
Apps List........................................................................41
Google Applications ....................................................45
Verizon Applications....................................................49
Other Applications.......................................................51
Alarm ..............................................................................53
Calculator ......................................................................56
Calendar ........................................................................57
Camera and Video.......................................................59
Contacts.........................................................................65
Email...............................................................................71
Gallery............................................................................75
Internet ...........................................................................79
Music Player .................................................................82
My Files..........................................................................85
SNote ............................................................................88
S Voice...........................................................................90
Scrapbook.....................................................................91
Video Player..................................................................93
VerizonMessages........................................................96
World Clock ..................................................................99
Settings....................................................................... 100
About Settings........................................................... 101
Airplane Mode ........................................................... 102
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct .............................................. 103

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Bluetooth .................................................................... 107 About Your Device .................................................... 164
165 Data Usage................................................................. 110 System Updates........................................................
More Networks .......................................................... 111
Sound and Notification Settings............................ 118
Display Settings ........................................................ 122
Storage and Memory Card ..................................... 128
Power Saving Mode ................................................. 131
Battery......................................................................... 132
Application Manager ................................................ 133
Default Applications ................................................. 137
Users ........................................................................... 138
Location Settings...................................................... 140
Lock Screen .............................................................. 142
Security Settings ...................................................... 144
Language and Input Settings ................................. 148
Backup and Reset .................................................... 152
Accounts..................................................................... 154
Motions and Gestures.............................................. 156
Voice Control ............................................................. 157
S Pen Settings........................................................... 158
Accessories ............................................................... 159
Date and Time Settings ........................................... 160
Accessibility............................................................... 161

Getting Started
This manual documents
default settings. If you select
other settings, steps may be
different.

2 Front View
Getting Started
Front View
Recent
Power key Front camera
Back
Volume key Light sensor
Memory
cardslot
SIM card slot
Home key

3 Front View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found on
the front of yourdevice.
•Light sensor: Detects the intensity of ambient
lighting.
•Front camera: Take pictures and record videos of
yourself.
•Memory card slot: Install an optional memory card
(not included) for storage of files.
•SIM card slot: Install the device’s SIM Card.
•Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to
close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
•Home key: Press to return to the Home screen.
•Recent: Tap to display recent apps or touch and
hold for Home screen options.
•Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or
off. Press to lock or wake up the screen. Press and
hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for quick
access to Airplane mode.
•Volume key: Press to adjust the volume of your
device’s sounds.

4 Back View
Getting Started
Back View
USB charger/
Speaker Speaker
Flash
Headset jack
SPen
Microphone
Infrared
transmitter
Rear camera
Accessory port

5 Back View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found on
the back of yourdevice.
•Infrared transmitter: Control external devices
using infrared transmissions.
•Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).
•Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
•Microphone: Record audio and detect voice
commands.
•USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the
Charger/USB cable (included), and other optional
accessories (not included).
•Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments
when taking a photo or recording video.
•SPen: Use the stylus to assist you in performing
various functions.
•Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.

6 Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble
your device.
Optional: Replace the SIMCard
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of
small children.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to
eject the internal SIM Card slot.
If you need to replace the SIM card:
1. With the tablet’s screen facing up, locate and open
the SIM card slot cover.
2. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot
(as shown) until it clicks into place.
3. Close the SIM card slot cover.
•Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that card is positioned
as shown.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device
cannot detect the SIM card. Reorient the card back into
the slot if the SIM is not detected.

7 Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
Install a Memory Card
You can use an optional microSD or microSDHC
memory card (not included) to expand available
memory space.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is
not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card, see
“Install a Memory Card” on page 129.
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head
and USB cable) is included with the device for
charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully
discharged battery requires up to four hours of charge
time. You can use the device while charging.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices.
Samsung accessories are designed to maximize
battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your
warranty and may cause damage.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging
head from the outlet and remove the USBcable
from the device.

8 Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of
battery power remaining, the device sounds a warning
tone at regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining
battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.
►For a quick check of your battery level, glance at
the battery charge indicator located in the Status
bar of your device’s display. A solid color
indicates a full charge.
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You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Having a percentage value onscreen can provide a
better idea of the remaining charge on the battery.
For more information, see “Battery” on page 132.

9 Set Up Your Device
Getting Started
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
Turn the Device On
►Press and hold the Power key until the device
vibrates and starts up.
Turn the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power key until the device
vibrates and the Device Options menudisplays.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.
Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, Setup Wizard
guides you through the basics of setting up your
device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
set up accounts, choose location services, and learn
more about your device.
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure
your device. To set a personal screen lock, use the
Screenlock option.
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
►To lock the device, press the Power key.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
►To unlock your device, press the Powerkey or
Home key, then touch and drag your finger across
the screen.

10 Set Up Your Device
Getting Started
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe, which offers no
security. To choose a more secure screen lock,
see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 142.

11 Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Getting Started
Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google Account to fully
utilize its Android features, including Gmail, Google
Hangouts, and the Google Play store. When you turn
on your device for the first time, set up a connection
with your existing Google Account, or create a new
Google Account.
To create a Google Account, or set up
your Google Account on your device, use
Accounts settings.Formore information, see
“Accounts” on page 154.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Accounts > Add account > Google.
2. Follow the prompts to set up your new or existing
Google Account.
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device.
To create a Samsung account, or set up
your Samsung account on your device, use
Accounts settings. For more information, see
“Accounts” on page 154.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Accounts > Add account > Samsung account.
2. Follow the prompts to set up your new or existing
Samsung account.

Know Your Device
Warning: Please note that a touch screen
responds best to a light touch from the pad
of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using
excessive force or a metallic object when
pressing on the touch screen may damage the
tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
This section outlines some
key features of your device
and describes the screen and
icons as they appear when the
device is in use.
Learn how to navigate the
device and how to use special
features of this device.