Samsung GALAXY TAB User manual

User guide.

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

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Special Features..............................1
Smart Stay ..................................2
Users .......................................2
Multi Window................................2
Media Volume Limiter ........................2
Getting Started.............................. 3
Set Up Your Device .............................4
Assemble Your Device ........................5
Start Using Your Device.......................8
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Front View..................................11
Back View ..................................13
Navigation .................................14
Home Screen ...............................16
Customize Your Home Screen ................18
Notification Panel...........................21
Multi Window.............................. 23
Enter Text ................................. 25
Apps .........................................28
Use Apps .................................. 29
Apps Settings.............................. 32
Calculator .................................34
Table of Contents

iiiTable of Contents
Calendar .................................. 35
Camera and Video.......................... 38
Clock ..................................... 43
Contacts ..................................46
Email ..................................... 53
Gallery ................................... 56
Google Apps ...............................60
Memo.....................................64
Message+ ................................. 66
My Files ................................... 69
Video Player ............................... 70
Verizon Apps .............................. 73
Settings ..................................... 76
How to Use Settings ........................77
Connections ................................. 78
Wi-Fi...................................... 79
Bluetooth ................................. 82
Data Usage ................................84
Airplane Mode .............................86
Mobile Hotspot ............................ 87
Tethering.................................. 89
Mobile Networks...........................90
Location...................................90
Nearby Device Scanning .................... 92
Printing ................................... 92
Virtual Private Networks ................... 92
Ethernet .................................. 94
View Your Verizon Account .................. 94

ivTable of Contents
Sounds and Vibration ......................... 95
Sound Mode ............................... 96
Easy Mute ................................. 96
Volume ................................... 96
Notification Sounds ........................ 98
Do Not Disturb............................. 98
System Sounds ............................ 99
Key-Tap Feedback.......................... 99
Sound Quality and Effects .................100
Notifications ................................101
Block App Notifications.................... 102
Customize App Notifications ............... 102
Display ..................................... 103
Screen Brightness......................... 104
Outdoor Mode ............................104
Screen Mode..............................104
Screen Zoom and Font..................... 105
Icon Frames .............................. 105
Smart Stay ............................... 106
Status Bar ................................ 106
Screen Timeout ........................... 106
Screen Saver.............................. 106
Device Maintenance .........................108
Battery...................................109
Storage ..................................109
Language and Input ........................111
Date and Time .............................114
Reset .....................................114
Factory Data Reset .........................115
System Updates ...........................116

vTable of Contents
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Screen Lock Types..........................118
Lock Screen Settings .......................119
Unknown Sources ..........................119
Encrypt Device............................ 120
Encrypt SD Card .......................... 120
Set Up SIM Card Lock ...................... 120
View Passwords........................... 120
Security Update Service ....................121
Device Administration ......................121
Credential Storage .........................122
Knox Active Protection .....................122
Advanced Security Settings ................ 123
Privacy ................................... 124
Accounts ................................... 125
Add an Account ............................126
Users .....................................127
Backup and Reset ......................... 129
GoogleSettings........................... 129
Accessibility ................................ 130
Vision .....................................131
Hearing ...................................132
Dexterity and Interaction .................. 133
More Accessibility Settings ................ 133
Accessibility Services...................... 134
Other Settings .............................. 135
About Tablet.............................. 136
Help ..................................... 136

viTable of Contents
Getting Help ............................... 137
Videos ................................... 138
Simulators ............................... 138
Tips ...................................... 138
Samsung Care ............................ 138
Verizon Glossary .......................... 138
Legal ........................................139
Legal Information .........................140

Learn about your mobile
device’s special features.
Special Features

2Special Features
Smart Stay
The front camera can detect your face to keep the
screen on while you view it.
For more information, see “Smart Stay” on page106.
Users
Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User
accounts.
For more information, see “Users” on page127.
Multi Window
Multitask by using two applications at the same time.
For more information, see “Multi Window” on page23.
Media Volume Limiter
Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume.
For more information, see “Media Volume Limiter” on
page97.

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

Set Up Your
Device
Learn how to set up your device
for the firsttime.

Set Up Your Device 5
Assemble Your Device
Install a SIM card and optional memory card
(notincluded), and charge your device before using.
Install the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a SIM card. You may be able to use your
previous SIM card. Contact your service provider for
more details.
Warning: Small components such as SIM cards can
pose a choking risk. Please be careful when handling
these cards to avoid damaging them.
1. With the tablet’s screen facing down, 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.

Set Up Your Device 6
Install an Optional Memory Card
You can also install an optional microSD™memory
card (not included) to add more memory space to
yourdevice. A memory card can be installed at any
time. It is not necessary to install it prior to using the
device.
Warning: Small components such as memory cards can
pose a choking risk. Please be careful when handling
these cards to avoid damaging them.
1. With the tablet’s screen facing down, locate and
open the memory card slot cover.
2. Carefully slide the memory card into the memory
card slot (as shown) until it clicks into place.
3. Close the memory card slot cover.
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. A
charging head and USB cable are included with the
device for charging the battery from any standard
outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.

Set Up Your Device 7
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.
Caution: Use only charging devices that are approved
by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for
your device to maximize battery life. Using other
accessories may void your warranty and may cause
damage.
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.
While charging, the device and the charger may
become hot. This does not affect the device’s lifespan
or performance and is in the device’s normal range of
operation.
The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes
too hot.
If the device heats up while charging the battery:
1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close
any running apps.
2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin
charging the device again.
• If the lower part of the device overheats,
check for damage to the connected USB cable.
Replace the damaged USB cable with a new
Samsung-approved cable.

Set Up Your Device 8
Start Using Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device
on or off.
To turn the device on:
►Press and hold the Power key until the device
turnson.
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm when prompted.
Use the Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard
guides you through the basics of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
connect to a Wi-Fi®network, set up accounts, choose
location services, learn about your device’s features,
and more.
Lock or Unlock Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device. By default, the device locks automatically when
the screen times out.
To lock the device:
►Press the Power key.

Set Up Your Device 9
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. To
choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Secure
Screen Lock” on page118.
To unlock the device:
►Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag
your finger across the screen.
Add a Google Account
Your new device uses your Google™Account to fully
utilize its Android™features.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Accounts.
3. Tap  > Google.
Note: When you sign in to a Google Account, Factory
Reset Protection (FRP) is activated. FRP requires your
Google Account information when resetting to factory
settings. For more information, see “Factory Data Reset”
on page115.
Add a Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Accounts.
3. Tap  > .
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View and manage all of your email accounts.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Accounts.
3. Tap  > .

Learn About
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.

11Learn About YourDevice
Front View
Back
Recent apps
Home key
Front camera
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are forreference only.
Headset jack
Memory card slot
SIM card slot Power key
Volume keys

12Learn About YourDevice
• Power key
-Press to turn the screen on or off.
-Press and hold to select a power control option.
• Volume keys
-Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and
audio playback.
-In the camera app, press a volume key to take a
photo.

13Learn About YourDevice
Back View
Speaker Rear camera
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are forreference only.
Microphone
USB charger/Accessory port