Samsung Galaxy Tab S Specification sheet

Get Started

Thanks for choosing Sprint. This booklet helps you get started with
your Sprint Spark™ capable* Samsung Galaxy Tab® S.
ReadyNow – For more help in getting up and running with your
new tablet, take advantage of exclusive Ready Now resources at
sprint.com/readynow. You can even schedule a one-on-one
appointment at a Sprint Store near you.
For ongoing support and resources, visit sprint.com/support.
There, you’ll ind guides, tutorials, and more to help you get
the most out of your tablet.
Note: Available applications and services
are subject to change at any time.
Welcome!
* The Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network capability is available in select markets.
Visit sprint.com/coverage for more information.

This Get Started guide is designed to help you set up and use your new Samsung Galaxy Tab S.
It’s divided into four sections to help you nd the information you need quickly and easily.
Find out what you need to do before you
use your tablet the rst time, including
activating Sprint service on your device.
Learn some basics about how to move
around on your tablet, use the home
screen, and enter text. If you’re familiar
with Android devices, you can probably
skip these pages (although a refresher
course never hurt anyone).
Find useful tips for your tablet and discover
resources and other helpful Sprint information.
For additional information including the full
User Guide, videos, tutorials, and community
forums, visit sprint.com/support.
Take advantage of your tablet’s features and
Sprint services, from the basics (going online)
to the more advanced (using Google Play™,
Wi-Fi®, and more).
Get Ready
Tools & Resources
Use Your Tablet
Android Basics™
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Using This Guide

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Infrared
Transmitter
Front Camera
Recent Apps
Power/Lock USB Charger/Accessory Port
3.5mm Headset Jack
Back Camera
Light Sensor
Volume
Back
Home
FlashSpeaker
Speaker SIM Card Slot
microSD Card Slot
Your Samsung Galaxy Tab S

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Before you start: Visit sprint.com/readynow
to learn about transferring contacts,
calendars, and more from your old device.
Charge the Battery
1. Insert the USB cable into the
charging head.
2. Insert the small end of the USB cable into
the charger/accessory jack on the right
side of the tablet.
3. Plug the charging head into an
electrical outlet.
Turn the Tablet On
• Press and hold the Power/Lock Key .
Unlock the Screen
• Swipe the screen with your inger to
unlock it.
Turn the Screen On and O
• To quickly turn the display screen o, press
the Power/Lock Key on the top left
side of the tablet.
• To turn the screen on and display
the unlock screen, press the
Power/Lock Key .
Turn the Tablet O
• Press and hold the Power/Lock Key
and then tap Power o > Power o to turn
the tablet o.
Get Your Tablet Ready

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Activate Your Tablet
If you purchased your tablet at a
Sprint Store, it is probably
activated and ready to use.
If you received your tablet in the
mail, and it is a new Sprint account,
your tablet is designed to activate
automatically when you irst turn it
on. You will see a Sprint
Connections Optimizer notice.
Tap I agree to allow your tablet to
connect to a data network. To
conirm your activation, launch the
Web browser.
If you received your tablet in the
mail and it is going to be activated
on an existing number (you’re
swapping devices), go to
sprint.com/activate and follow
the instructions. When you have
inished, launch the Web browser
to conirm your activation.
If your tablet is still not activated, visit
sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do
not have access to the Internet, call Sprint
Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from
another phone.
Activate Your Tablet

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When you irst turn on your device, follow
the prompts to set up your Google™
Account and preferences.
Complete the Setup Screens
1. When you turn on your tablet, you’ll see
the Welcome screen. Choose a language,
and then tap Start to begin.
2. Follow the prompts to complete the setup
screens. Tap Skip to skip any items you
don’t wish to conigure.
• Set up a Wi-Fi connection.
• Accept EULA or other agreements.
• Sign in to (or set up) a Google Account.
• Sign in to (or set up) a Samsung account.
• Sign in to (or set up) a Dropbox account.
3. Enter a device name and tap Finish.
Note: You do not need to sign up for a
Google Account to use your phone; however,
to download content from the Google Play™
store app, you must link your tablet to a
Google Account.
Note: Your tablet may automatically
download updates during or after setup,
which may require restarting your tablet.
Follow the prompts to continue.
Set Up Your Tablet

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Move Around Menus and Screens
Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control
everything through various types of touches
and gestures.
Tap: When you want to type using the
onscreen keyboard, select items such as
application and settings icons, or press
onscreen buttons, simply tap them with
your inger. A light touch works best.
Touch and hold: To display the available
options for an item simply touch and hold
the item.
Flick: Move your inger in lighter, quicker
strokes than swiping. This inger gesture is
always used in a vertical motion, such as
when licking through contacts or a list.
Swipe: Quickly drag your inger vertically or
horizontally across the screen.
Drag: Press and hold your inger with some
pressure before you start to move it. Do not
release your inger until you have reached
the target position.
Rotate: Activate the Screen rotation feature
to automatically change the screen
orientation from portrait to landscape by
turning the tablet sideways.
Slide: This feature allows you to enter text
by sliding a inger from letter to letter, lifting
only between words. See page 14 for
instructions on using this continuous input
method with the various keyboard types.
Android Basics: Getting Around Your Tablet

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Status Bar
The status bar at the top of the home
screen lets you quickly see both your tablet
status (connections, signal strength, battery,
location) and any current notiications.
Viewing Your Home Screen
Your tablet’s home screen extends
horizontally up to ive full screens. This gives
you room to customize your tablet and put
the things you need front and center, just a
swipe away.
• To display the main home screen, press
from any screen.
• To view extended screens, swipe the screen
left or right.
• To display smaller images of all available
screens, pinch any home screen. Tap a
thumbnail to display any screen.
Status areaNotiication area
Your Home Screen

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Notiication Panel
You can expand the notiication area to
provide more detailed information about
the current onscreen notiication icons.
1. Drag down from the top of the screen to
open the notiication panel.
2. Tap a notiication entry to open
the associated application.
Customize Your Home Screen
• To add app shortcuts, tap Apps ,
touch and hold an icon, and drag it
to the home screen.
• To change wallpaper or add widgets, touch
and hold an empty area on a home screen
and tap Wallpapers or Widgets.
• To change other home screen settings,
touch and hold an empty area and tap
Home screen settings.
Your Home Screen