Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 7.0 User manual

Contents
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Assembling ........................................................................................... 11
Unpack ............................................................................................................................... 11
Charge the battery .......................................................................................................... 12
Insert the SIM or USIM card ........................................................................................... 13
Insert a memory card (optional) .................................................................................. 15
Getting started ..................................................................................... 18
Turn your device on and o .......................................................................................... 18
Get to know your device ................................................................................................ 20
Use the touch screen ....................................................................................................... 22
Get to know the home screen ...................................................................................... 24
Access applications ......................................................................................................... 26
Customise your device ................................................................................................... 27
Enter text ........................................................................................................................... 30
Contents

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Connecting to the internet ................................................................ 34
Browse web pages ........................................................................................................... 35
Bookmark your favourite web pages ......................................................................... 35
Reading ebooks ................................................................................... 36
Using Wi-Fi ............................................................................................ 37
Activate the WLAN feature ............................................................................................ 37
Find and connect to a WLAN ......................................................................................... 37
Using Bluetooth ................................................................................... 38
Activate the Bluetooth feature ..................................................................................... 38
Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices ............................................. 38

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Connecting to a PC .............................................................................. 39
Connect with Samsung Kies ......................................................................................... 39
Synchronise with Windows Media Player .................................................................. 40
Connect as a mass storage device ............................................................................... 40
Safety precautions ............................................................................... 42

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Assembling
Unpack
Check your product box for the following items:
Mobile device

USB power adapter
PC data cable
Headset
Quick start guide
Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or
malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty.
The items supplied with your device may vary depending on the software and accessories
available in your region or oered by your service provider.
You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.

The supplied accessories perform best for your device.
Accessories other than the supplied ones may not be compatible with your device.

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Charge the battery
Your device has a built-in battery. Before using the device for the rst time, you must charge the
battery.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unauthorised chargers can cause batteries to
explode or damage your device.
When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery
message. The battery icon will also be empty and turn red. If the battery level becomes too
low, the device will automatically power o. Recharge your battery to continue using your
device.
Connect the PC data cable to the USB power adapter and then plug the end of the PC data
1
cable into the multifunction jack.

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Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Plug the USB power adapter into a power outlet.
2
You can use the device while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
While the device is charging, the touch screen and the touch keys may not function due

to an unstable power supply. If this happens, unplug the USB power adapter from the
power outlet or unplug the PC data cable from the device.
While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not aect your device’s

lifespan or performance.
If your device is not charging properly, bring your device and the charger to a Samsung

Service Centre.
When the battery is fully charged (the battery icon is no longer moving), unplug the travel
3
adapter from the device and then from the power outlet.
Insert the SIM or USIM card
When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card,
with subscription details, such as your personal identication number (PIN) and optional services.
To use services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM)
card.

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To install the SIM or USIM card,
Open the cover to the SIM card slot on the side of the device.
1
Insert the SIM or USIM card.
2
Place the SIM or USIM card into the device with the gold-coloured contacts facing down.
Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot.
Close the cover of the SIM card slot.
3

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Getting started
Turn your device on and o
To turn on your device,
Press and hold [
1].
If you turn on your device for the rst time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
2
device.
To turn o your device, press and hold [ ] and then select Power o
ĺ
Yes.

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Switch to Flight mode
›
In Flight mode, you can disable all wireless connections and use non-network services in areas
where wireless devices are prohibited, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
To activate Flight mode, go to Settings
ĺ
Wireless and network
ĺ
Flight mode. You can also
press and hold [ ] and then select Flight mode.
To deactivate Flight mode and use wireless connections, go to Settings
ĺ
Wireless and network
and clear the check box next to Flight mode.
Switch to the silent mode
›
In Idle mode, press and hold [ ] and then select Silent mode.
Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen and select
 Silent.

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Keys
›
Key Function
Power Turn on the device (press and hold); Access the quick menus (press and
hold); Lock the touch screen.
Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
Menu Open a list of options available on the current screen.
Home Return to the home screen; Open the list of recent applications (press
and hold).
Back Return to the previous screen.
Search In Idle mode, open the Google search application; Open the search input
window while using some applications.
Use the touch screen
Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to
use the touch screen.

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To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with water. The touch screen may

malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection lm before using your
device.
Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human

body. For best performance, tap the touch screen with your ngertip. The touch screen
will not react to touches of sharp tools, such as a stylus or pen.
You can control your touch screen with the following actions:
Tap: Touch once with your nger to select or launch a menu, option, or application.

Drag: Tap and drag your nger up, down, left, or right to move to items on lists.
Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds to open a pop-up option list.
Drag and drop: Tap and hold your nger on an item, and then drag your nger to move the item.
Double-tap: Tap twice quickly with your nger to zoom in or out while viewing photos or web
pages.

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Rotate the touch screen
›
Your device has a built-in motion sensor that detects its orientation. If you rotate the device, the
interface will automatically rotate according to the orientation.
To set the interface to keep the orientation, open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen
and select Orientation lock.
Lock or unlock the touch screen
›
When you do not use the device for a specied period, your device turns o the touch screen and
automatically locks the touch screen to prevent any unwanted device operations. To manually lock
the touch screen, press [ ].
To unlock, turn on the screen by pressing [ ], and drag right until Unlock appears. If you set a
screen lock, you need to enter your PIN or password, or draw a pattern.
Get to know the home screen
When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the home screen. From the home screen, you can
view your device’s status and access Menu mode. Scroll left or right to a panel of the home screen.
Add items to the home screen
›
In Idle mode, press [
1]
ĺ
Add.
Select the item category (widget, shortcut, folder, or wallpaper) and select an item.
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Move items on the home screen
›
Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears gray.
1
Drag the item to the location you want.
2
Remove items from the home screen
›
Tap and hold an item to remove.
1
The trash bin appears at the bottom of the home screen.
Drag the item to the trash bin.
2
When the item turns red, release the item.
3
Add a shortcut to an application
›
In Menu mode, tap and hold an application icon. The shortcut icon for the application is added
1
to the home screen.
Move the icon to the location you want or move it another panel of the home screen.
2
Use the shortcuts panel
›
In Idle mode or while using an application, tap the indicator icons area and drag your nger down
to open the shortcuts panel. To hide the list, drag the bottom of the list up. You can view the tablet
's current status and use the shortcut menus.

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Access applications
In Idle mode, select
1Applications to access Menu mode.
Scroll left or right to another menu screen.
2
Select an application.
3
Press [
4] to return to the previous screen; Press [ ] to return to the home screen.
Organise applications
›
You can reorganise the applications in the application list by changing their order.
In Menu mode, press [
1]
ĺ
Edit.
Tap and hold an application.
2
Drag the application icon to the location you want.
3
Press [
4]
ĺ
Save.
Access recent applications
›
Press and hold [
1] to open the list of applications you have accessed recently.
Select an application.
2

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Use the task manager
›
Your device is a multitasking device. It can run more than one application at the same time.
However, multitasking may cause hang-ups, freezing, memory problems, or additional power
consumption. To avoid these problems, end unnecessary programs using the task manager.
In Menu mode, select
1Task Manager
ĺ
Active applications.
To close an application, select
2End.
To close all active applications, select End all.
Customise your device
Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences.
Change the language of the display
›
In Menu mode, select
1Settings
ĺ
Locale and text
ĺ
Select locale.
Select a language you want.
2
Set the current time and date
›
In Menu mode, select
1Settings
ĺ
Date and time.
Select your time zone, set the time and date, and change other options.
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Select a wallpaper for the home and menu screens
›
In Idle mode, press [
1]
ĺ
Wallpaper.
Select an image folder
2
ĺ
an image.
Select
3Save or Set wallpaper.
Samsung is not responsible for any use of default images or wallpapers provided on your
device.
Adjust the brightness of the display
›
In Menu mode, select
1Settings
ĺ
Display settings
ĺ
Brightness.
Clear the check box next to
2Automatic brightness.
Drag the slider
3to adjust the level of brightness.
Select
4OK.
The brightness level of the display will aect how quickly the device consumes battery
power.

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Set a screen lock
›
You can lock the touch screen with an unlock pattern or password to prevent unauthorised people
from using the device without your permission.
In Menu mode, select
1Settings
ĺ
Location and security
ĺ
Set screen lock.
Select a lock option.
2
Pattern : Set an unlock pattern by drawing a pattern to connect at least 4 dot.
PIN
 : Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen.
Password
 : Set a password (alphanumeric) to unlock the screen.
Once you set a screen lock, your device will require an unlock code each time you turn it
on or unlock the touch screen.
If you forget your PIN or password, bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset

it. Before bringing your device to a Samsung Service Centre, remember to make backup
copies of all important data stored on your device.
Samsung is not responsible for any loss of security codes or private information or other

damages caused by illegal software.
Lock your SIM or USIM card
›
You can lock your device by activating the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card.
In Menu mode, select
1Settings
ĺ
Location and security
ĺ
Set up SIM card lock.

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Select
2Lock SIM card.
Enter your PIN and select
3OK.
Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device or access
menus that require the PIN.
If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your SIM or USIM card will be blocked. You
must enter a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM card.
If you block your SIM or USIM card by entering an incorrect PUK, bring the card to your

service provider to unblock it.
Enter text
You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypads.
You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you should change the writing
language to one of the supported languages.
Change the text input method
›
Tap and hold the text input eld and select Input method
ĺ
a text input method (Swype or
Samsung keypad).

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Enter text using the Swype keyboard
›
Select the rst character of a word and drag your nger to the second character without
1
releasing the nger from the screen.
Continue until you have nished the word.
2
Release the nger on the last character.
3
When the word displays correctly, select
4to insert a space. If the correct word does not
display, select an alternative word from the list that appears.
Repeat steps 1-4 to complete your text.
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You can also use the following keys:
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4
1
3
2 5
Number Function
1
Change case.
2
Access the Swype tip screen; Open the help information (tap and hold).
3
Switch between Symbol mode and ABC/Number mode.
4
Delete characters.
5
Start a new line.
6
Insert a space.