Samsung Galaxy Tab S User manual

User Guide
GH68-42046F Printed in USA
Guía del Usuario
User Guide

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

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Legal Notices
WARNING! This product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. 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 federal
laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to,
inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade
secrets, copyrights, software, computer programs, and
related documentation and other works of authorship.
You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights
secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover,
you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to)
modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer,
decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to
create source code from the software. No title to or
ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to
you. All applicable rights of the Intellectual Property
shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers.
Open Source Software
Some software components of this product, including
but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’,
incorporate source code covered under GNU General
Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public
License (LGPL), OpenSSL License, BSD License and
other open source licenses. To obtain the source code
covered under the open source licenses, please visit:
opensource.samsung.com
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Exclusion of Liability
PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE
EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS
OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY
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QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT; THE PERFORMANCE
OF THE PRODUCT; THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE
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THEREIN; OR COMPLIANCE OF THE PRODUCT
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THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE
INSTRUCTION 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
Modification of Software
SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE
ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR
EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS, OR YOUR
MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.
USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE
MAY CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS
TO WORK IMPROPERLY. YOUR CARRIER MAY
NOT PERMIT USERS TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN
SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS.
IF YOUR CARRIER PROHIBITS THIS, IF YOU
ATTEMPT TO DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE
DEVICE WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION, YOU WILL
BE NOTIFIED ON THE SCREEN THAT THE DEVICE
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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Legal Notices
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 [090116]
Address:
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Ridgefield Park,
New Jersey 07660
Phone:
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Internet Address:
samsung.com
©2016 Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, MultiWindow, S Voice,
and Samsung Milk Music are all trademarks of
SamsungElectronics Co., Ltd.
Other marks are the property of their respective
owners.
Note: Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain
Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify
you have the right to use the files. Preloaded apps on
your device may not be compatible with DRM-protected
files.
Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of
device may vary.
Do you have questions about your
Samsung Mobile Device?
For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a
new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System)
at: samsung.com/us/support
Samsung Electronics America,
Inc.

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Legal Notices
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.
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 and your right to opt out of arbitration
within 30 calendar days of the first consumer
purchase. You may opt out by either sending
an email to [email protected] with the
subject line “Arbitration Opt-Out” or by calling
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). For more detailed
procedures, please refer to the “Dispute Resolution
Procedures and Arbitration and Opt-Out” section of
the Limited Warranty.
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 License
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......................................................................21
Notification Panel.........................................................24
Multi Window.................................................................27
Enter Text.......................................................................31
Applications.................................................................35
Apps List........................................................................36
Google Apps .................................................................40
Verizon Apps.................................................................43
Other Applications.......................................................44
Calculator ......................................................................46
Calendar ........................................................................47
Camera and Video.......................................................49
Chrome ..........................................................................55
Clock ..............................................................................56
Contacts.........................................................................59
Email...............................................................................65
Gallery............................................................................69
Message+ ......................................................................72
Music Player .................................................................75
My Files..........................................................................78
S Voice...........................................................................81
Video Player..................................................................82
Settings..........................................................................86
How to Use Settings....................................................87
Airplane Mode
..............................................................88
Wi-Fi................................................................................89
Bluetooth .......................................................................93
Data Usage....................................................................96
More Networks .............................................................97
Sound and Notification Settings............................ 105
Display Settings ........................................................ 109
Wallpaper Settings ................................................... 113

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Table of Contents
Lock Screen .............................................................. 114
Multi Window Settings ............................................. 116
Notification Panel Settings...................................... 117
Toolbox........................................................................ 119
Storage ....................................................................... 120
Battery......................................................................... 123
Power Saving Settings............................................. 124
Applications Settings ............................................... 125
Users ........................................................................... 128
Private Mode.............................................................. 130
Location ...................................................................... 131
Security....................................................................... 133
Finger Scanner.......................................................... 137
Language and Input ................................................. 139
Backup and Reset .................................................... 143
Motions ....................................................................... 145
Accounts..................................................................... 146
Google Settings ........................................................ 148
Date and Time Settings ........................................... 149
Accessibility ............................................................... 150
Accessories ............................................................... 153
Printing........................................................................ 154
About Device.............................................................. 155
System Updates........................................................ 156

Getting Started
Learn about your mobile
device hardware, assembly
procedures, and how to get
started using your new device.

2 Front View
Getting Started
Front View
Proximity sensor Front camera
Headset jack
Speaker Speaker
Memory card slot
SIM card slot
Recent Back
Home key/Finger scanner

3 Front View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found on the front of yourdevice.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record
videos of yourself.
• Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
• Memory card slot: Install an optional memory card
(not included) for storage of files.
• SIM card slot: Install the SIM card here. For more
information, see “Optional: Replace the SIMCard”
on page6.
• Back: Return to the previous screen, or close a
dialog box, menu, or keyboard. Touch and hold for
Multi window™.
• Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home
screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature.
• Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and
hold for Home screen options.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).
• Proximity sensor: Detect the presence of objects
near the device.

4 Back View
Getting Started
Back View
Infrared
transmitter
Microphone
Volume key
Power key
Rear camera
Flash
USB charger/
Accessory port
Simple clickerSimple clicker

5 Back View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found on the back of yourdevice.
• Volume key: Adjust the volume of your device’s
sounds and audio playback.
• Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or
off, restart it, or for quick access to Airplane mode.
Press to lock or wake up the screen.
• Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.
• Simple clicker: Securely attach optional covers
(notincluded) to these retractable attachment
points.
• Microphone: Record audio and detect voice
commands.
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB
charger (included) and other optional accessories
(not included).
• Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments
when taking a photo or recording video.
• Infrared transmitter: Controls external devices
using infrared transmissions.

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.
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. Push the SIM card inward until the card clicks and
pops partially out of the slot.
3. Slide the card out of the SIM card slot.
4. Position the replacement SIM card with the Verizon
logo facing up.
5. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot
(as shown) until it clicks into place.
6. Close the SIM card slot cover.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device
cannot detect it. Re-orient the SIM card and place it
back into the slot if it is not detected.

Getting Started
Install an Optional Memory
Card
You can install an optional microSD™or microSDHC™
memory card (not included) to add more memory
space to your device.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is
not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
1. Open the memory card slot cover and turn to
expose the slot.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide
the memory card into the slot, pushing gently until
it clicks into place.
For more information on installing a memory card, see
“Memory Card (SD Card)” on page121.
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A 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. You can use the
device while charging.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery
before using your device for the first time.
Caution: Use only charging devices 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.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.
3. Close the memory card slot cover.
7 Assemble Your Device

Getting Started
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USBcable from the device when
charging is complete.
Caution: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you
remove the battery, can cause damage to the device.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and only a few minutes of
operation remain, 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:
► View the battery charge indicator located in the
topright corner of your device’s display. A solid
color indicates a full charge.( )
You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea
of the remaining charge on the battery. For more
information, see “Battery” on page123.
8 Assemble Your Device

9 Set Up Your Device
Getting Started
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device
on or off.
Turn the Device On
To turn the device on:
► Press and hold the Power key until the device
vibrates and turns on.
Turn the Device Off
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key until the device
options screen isdisplayed.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can
restart your device.
► Press and hold the Power key and the Volume
down key at the same time for more than seven
seconds.
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.

10 Set Up Your Device
Getting Started
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device.
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.
Note: To choose a more secure screen lock,
see “Set a Screen Lock” on page114.
To unlock your device:
► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag
your finger across the screen.

11 Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Getting Started
Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device. When you turn on
your device for the first time, set up your existing
Samsung account or create a new Samsung account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your
Samsungaccount on your device at any time,
use Accounts settings. For more information,
see“Accounts” on page146.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account >
Samsungaccount.
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
your existing Google Account or create a new Google
Account.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
Google Account on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings. For more information, see
“Accounts” on page146.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Google.
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Know Your Device
Learn some of the key
features of your mobile
device, including the screens
and icons, as well as how to
navigate the device and enter
text using thekeyboard.
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.