Samsung Galaxy TAB4 User manual

User Guide
GH68-41349F Printed in USA
Guía del Usuario
User Guide

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

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ATTEMPT TO DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE
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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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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.
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are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance
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other marks are trademarks of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the WirelessFidelity
Alliance, Inc.
Swype and the Swype logos are trademarks of Swype,
Inc.
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.
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 .............................10
Know Your Device...................................................11
Home Screen................................................................12
Touchscreen Navigation .............................................18
Status Bar......................................................................20
Notification Panel.........................................................22
Multi Window .................................................................25
Enter Text.......................................................................28
Applications.................................................................31
Apps Screen .................................................................32
Google Applications ....................................................34
Verizon Applications....................................................39
Other Applications.......................................................40
Alarm ..............................................................................42
Calculator ......................................................................45
Calendar ........................................................................46
Camera and Video.......................................................47
Chrome ..........................................................................51
Contacts .........................................................................52
Email...............................................................................59
Gallery............................................................................62
Memo..............................................................................67
Message+ ......................................................................69
Music Player .................................................................72
My Files..........................................................................75
SVoice...........................................................................77
Video Player..................................................................78
World Clock ..................................................................81
Settings..........................................................................82
About Settings..............................................................83
Airplane Mode ..............................................................84
Wi-Fi Settings................................................................85
Bluetooth .......................................................................89
Data Usage....................................................................93
More Networks .............................................................94
Sound and Notification Settings............................ 100

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Table of Contents
Display Settings ........................................................ 103
Storage ....................................................................... 108
Power Saving Mode ................................................. 111
Battery......................................................................... 112
Application Manager ................................................ 113
Default Applications ................................................. 116
Users ........................................................................... 117
Location Settings...................................................... 118
Lock Screen .............................................................. 120
Security....................................................................... 122
Language and Input Devices.................................. 126
Backup and Reset .................................................... 130
Accounts..................................................................... 132
Motions and Gestures.............................................. 134
Accessories ............................................................... 135
Date and Time Settings ........................................... 136
Accessibility............................................................... 137
About Your Device .................................................... 140
System Updates........................................................ 141

Getting Started
This manual documents
default settings. If you select
other settings, steps may be
different.

2 Front View
Getting Started
Recent
Front camera
Power key
Volume key
Infrared transmitter
Back
Home key
Front View

3 Front View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found
on the front of yourdevice.
• Front camera: Take pictures and record videos of
yourself.
• Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or
off. Press to lock or wake up the screen. Press and
hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for quick
access to Airplane Mode.
• Volume key: Press to adjust the volume of your
device’s sounds and audio.
• Infrared transmitter: Controls external devices
using infrared transmissions.
• Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to
close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
• Home key: Press to return to the Home screen.
Press and hold to access Google Now.
• Recent: Tap to display recent apps or touch and
hold for Home screen options.

4 Back View
Headset jack
Microphone
SIM card slot
microSD card slot
Rear camera
Speaker
USB charger/
Accessoryport
Back View

5 Back View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found
on the back of yourdevice.
• Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.
• Speaker: Plays music and other sounds.
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the
Charger/USB cable (included), and other optional
accessories (not included).
• microSD card slot: Install an optional memory card
(not included) for storage of files.
• SIM card slot: Install your SIM card here.
• Microphone: Records audio and detects voice
commands.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset (not
included).

6 Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble
your device.
Install the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation,
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details,
such as your PIN, available optional services, and
other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of
small children.
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 card is not inserted correctly, the device
does not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card and
place it back into the slot if the SIM is not detected.
Getting Started

7 Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
Install a Memory Card
You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC
memory card (not included) to expand available
memory space.
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
“Install a Memory Card” on page 109.
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head
and USB cable) is included with the device for
charging the battery.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully
discharged battery requires up to four hours of charge
time. You can use the device while charging.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices
and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to
maximize battery life. Using other accessories may
invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head,
and then plug the charging head into a standard
ACpower outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging
head from the power outlet and remove the USB
cable from the device.

8 Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
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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 upper-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 112.

9 Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
Turn the Device On
►Press and hold the Power key until the device
starts up.
Turn the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power key until the device
options menu displays.
2. Tap Power off.
3. On the window that displays, tap POWER OFF.
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.
To unlock your device:
►Press the Power key or Home key, and then touch
and drag your finger across the screen.
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe, which offers no
security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see
“Set a Screen Lock” on page 120.
Getting Started

10 Set Up Accounts on Your Device
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Set Up Accounts on Your Device
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 132.
►From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Addaccount > Google.
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 132.
►From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Addaccount > Samsungaccount.
Getting Started

Know Your Device
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.
This section outlines some
key features of your device
and describes the screen and
icons as they appear when the
device is in use.
Learn how to navigate the
device and how to use special
features of this device.

12 Home Screen
Know Your Device
Status bar
Status icons
App shortcuts
Apps screen
Notification icons
Widget
Home screen indicator
Home Screen