Samsung GALAXY TAB User manual

User Guide
Guía del Usuario
GH68-44644A Printed in USA
User Guide

ANDROID 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.
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incorporate source code covered under GNU General
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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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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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SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS
OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
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.

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Legal Notices
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 PHONE
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.
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 [061616]
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(SEA), Inc.
Address:
85 Challenger Road
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, and Samsung Milk
Music are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co.,
Ltd. Other marks are the property of their respective
owners.
Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of
device may vary.

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Legal Notices
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
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
Getting Started............................................................... 1
Front View...........................................................................2
Back View...........................................................................4
Assemble Your Device.....................................................6
Set Up Your Device.........................................................10
Set Up Accounts on Your Device.................................12
Know Your Device......................................................14
Home Screen ...................................................................15
Status Bar .........................................................................21
Navigation.........................................................................23
Notification Panel ............................................................25
Multi Window....................................................................29
Enter Text ..........................................................................32
Applications....................................................................36
Apps List...........................................................................37
Google Apps....................................................................41
Verizon Apps....................................................................44
Additional Apps ...............................................................45
Calculator..........................................................................47
Calendar ...........................................................................48
Camera and Video..........................................................51
Chrome .............................................................................55
Clock .................................................................................56
Contacts............................................................................60
Email..................................................................................66
Gallery ...............................................................................70
Memo ................................................................................73
Message+ .........................................................................75
Music Player.....................................................................78
My Files.............................................................................81
Video Player .....................................................................83
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Table of Contents
Settings .............................................................................87
How to Use Settings.......................................................88
Airplane Mode .................................................................89
Wi-Fi Settings ...................................................................90
Bluetooth...........................................................................94
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.......................................97
Data Usage ................................................................... 101
More Settings................................................................ 102
Sounds and Vibrations................................................ 106
Notifications................................................................... 110
Display and Wallpaper ................................................ 111
AdvancedFeatures...................................................... 115
Storage........................................................................... 116
Battery ............................................................................ 119
Applications Settings................................................... 120
Users .............................................................................. 123
Location ......................................................................... 125
Lock Screen and Security .......................................... 127
Privacy............................................................................ 132
Accounts........................................................................ 134
GoogleSettings............................................................ 136
Language and Input Settings..................................... 137
Backup and Reset ....................................................... 141
Date and Time .............................................................. 144
Accessibility .................................................................. 145
Help ................................................................................ 148
About Device ................................................................ 149
System Updates ........................................................... 150

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

2Front View Getting Started
Front View
Recent
Front camera
Back
Home key
Headset jack USB charger/
Accessory port

3Front View Getting Started
Front View
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB
charger (included) or other optional accessories
(not included).
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record
videos of yourself.
• Back: Return to the previous screen, or close a
dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
• Home key: Return to the Home screen.
• Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and
hold for Multi window™.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).

4Back View Getting Started
Back View
Microphone
Speaker Rear camera
Power key
Volume key
Memory card slot
SIM card slot

5Back View Getting Started
Back View
• Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.
• SIM card slot: Install the SIM card.
For more information, see “Optional: Replace the
SIMCard” on page6.
• Memory card slot: Install an optional memory card
(not included) for storage of files.
For more information, see “Install a Memory Card”
on page7.
• Microphone: Record audio and detect voice
commands.
• 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, or restart it. Press to lock or wake up the
screen.
• Speaker: Play music and other sounds.

6Assemble Your Device Getting Started
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. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot
(as shown) until it clicks into place.
3. Close the SIM card slot cover.
Caution: If the SIM card is not inserted correctly, the
device cannot detect it. Reorient the SIM card and place
it back into the slot if it is not detected.
Assemble Your Device

7Assemble Your Device Getting Started
Install a Memory Card
You can use 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.
For more information on installing a memory card, see
“Memory Card (SD Card)” on page117.
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.
3. Close the memory card slot cover.
Caution: If the memory card is not inserted correctly,
the device cannot detect it. Reorient the memory card
and place it back into the slot if it is not detected.

8Assemble Your Device Getting Started
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. A fully
discharged battery requires up to four hours of charge
time. 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.
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.

9Assemble Your Device Getting Started
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119.

10 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
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 a Non-Responsive 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.

11 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127.
To unlock your device:
►Press the Powerkey or Home key, and then drag
your finger across the screen.

12 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134.
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134.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Google.