Samsung Galaxy TAB4 User manual

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User Guide

Table of Contents
Get Started 1 ....................................................................................................................................................
Your Tablet at a Glance 1 ........................................................................................................................
Set Up Your Tablet ................................................................................................................................1
Turn Your Tablet On.....................................................................................................................3
Activate Your Tablet ..............................................................................................................................3
Complete the Setup ..............................................................................................................................4
Tablet Basics .................................................................................................................................................5
Your Tablet’s Layout .............................................................................................................................5
Key Functions ...............................................................................................................................5
Turn Your Tablet On and Off ................................................................................................................6
Turn Your Screen On and Off...............................................................................................................6
Touchscreen Navigation.......................................................................................................................7
Your Home Screen ..............................................................................................................................13
Create Shortcuts.........................................................................................................................13
Add and Remove Widgets..........................................................................................................13
Extended Home Screens............................................................................................................14
Recent Apps................................................................................................................................14
Wallpapers..................................................................................................................................14
Status Bar ...................................................................................................................................14
Notification Panel................................................................................................................................16
Quick Settings.............................................................................................................................17
Multi Window.......................................................................................................................................18
Enable Multi Window ..................................................................................................................18
Display Multi Window..................................................................................................................18
Using Multi Window ....................................................................................................................19
Customize the Multi Window Apps.............................................................................................20
Features..............................................................................................................................................20
Screen Capture...........................................................................................................................20
Smart Screen..............................................................................................................................20
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................................21
Touchscreen Keyboards.............................................................................................................21
Text Input Methods.....................................................................................................................21
Google Voice Typing ...................................................................................................................22
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Samsung Keyboard ....................................................................................................................22
Swype .........................................................................................................................................23
Tips for Editing Text....................................................................................................................24
Contacts......................................................................................................................................................25
Get Started with Contacts...................................................................................................................25
Add a Contact .....................................................................................................................................25
Edit a Contact......................................................................................................................................26
Add or Edit Information...............................................................................................................26
Assign a Photo to a Contact .......................................................................................................26
Link a Contact.............................................................................................................................27
Delete a Contact.........................................................................................................................27
Add Contacts to Your Favorites..........................................................................................................27
Share a Contact..................................................................................................................................27
Groups ................................................................................................................................................28
Accounts and Messaging............................................................................................................................30
Google .................................................................................................................................................30
Create a Google Account ............................................................................................................30
Sign In to a Google Account.......................................................................................................30
Access Gmail..............................................................................................................................30
Send a Gmail Message ...............................................................................................................31
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages..........................................................................................31
Email...................................................................................................................................................32
Add an Email Account .................................................................................................................32
Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account.........................................................................32
Compose and Send Email..........................................................................................................33
View and Reply to Email.............................................................................................................33
Manage Your Email Inbox ...........................................................................................................34
Edit Email Settings......................................................................................................................35
Remove an Email Account ..........................................................................................................36
Samsung Account...............................................................................................................................36
Social Networking Accounts ...............................................................................................................36
Facebook ....................................................................................................................................36
Google+ ......................................................................................................................................37
Hangouts .....................................................................................................................................37
YouTube ......................................................................................................................................37
Apps and Entertainment ..............................................................................................................................38
Google Play Store...............................................................................................................................38
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Find and Install an App...............................................................................................................38
Open an Installed App ................................................................................................................38
Uninstall an App..........................................................................................................................39
Google Play Books
..............................................................................................................................39
Google Play Games............................................................................................................................39
Google Play Newsstand
......................................................................................................................39
Google Play Movies & TV...................................................................................................................39
Google Play Music..............................................................................................................................40
Google Maps.......................................................................................................................................40
Music Player
........................................................................................................................................40
NextRadio ...........................................................................................................................................41
Spotify.................................................................................................................................................41
Sprint Music Plus ................................................................................................................................41
World Clock.........................................................................................................................................42
Web and Data.............................................................................................................................................43
Internet................................................................................................................................................43
Chrome ...............................................................................................................................................43
Data Services General Information (Sprint 4G LTE and 3G Networks).............................................43
4G LTE........................................................................................................................................43
Your User Name.........................................................................................................................44
Data Connection Status and Indicators......................................................................................44
Wi-Fi....................................................................................................................................................44
Turn Wi-Fi on and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network..........................................................................45
Wi-Fi Direct .........................................................................................................................................46
Bluetooth.............................................................................................................................................46
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
.............................................................................................................46
Pair with a Bluetooth Device.......................................................................................................46
Reconnect to a Bluetooth Device ...............................................................................................47
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device
...........................................................................47
Send Information Using Bluetooth..............................................................................................48
Receive Information Using Bluetooth .........................................................................................49
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)...........................................................................................................49
Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Connection
...................................................................................49
Add a VPN
..................................................................................................................................50
Connect to a VPN
.......................................................................................................................50
Memory Card ......................................................................................................................................50
Install a Memory Card.................................................................................................................50
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Remove a Memory Card.............................................................................................................51
View the Memory Card’s Available Memory ...............................................................................52
Format a Memory Card...............................................................................................................52
Unmount a Memory Card............................................................................................................52
Camera and Video......................................................................................................................................53
Camera ...............................................................................................................................................53
Take Pictures..............................................................................................................................53
Record Videos ............................................................................................................................54
Camera Settings.........................................................................................................................55
Gallery.................................................................................................................................................56
View Photos and Videos.............................................................................................................57
Zoom In or Out on a Photo.........................................................................................................58
Working with Photos...................................................................................................................58
Share Photos and Videos...........................................................................................................59
Video Player........................................................................................................................................60
Tools and Calendar.....................................................................................................................................61
Alarm...................................................................................................................................................61
Calculator............................................................................................................................................61
Calendar..............................................................................................................................................62
Add an Event to the Calendar.....................................................................................................62
Add a Task to the Calendar........................................................................................................63
View Events ................................................................................................................................63
Delete Events..............................................................................................................................63
Drive....................................................................................................................................................64
Dropbox...............................................................................................................................................64
Hancom Office 2014 ...........................................................................................................................65
Google Search....................................................................................................................................65
Google Settings...................................................................................................................................65
Google Voice Search..........................................................................................................................65
1Weather.............................................................................................................................................66
BaconReader......................................................................................................................................66
eBay....................................................................................................................................................66
Help.....................................................................................................................................................66
Lookout Security .................................................................................................................................66
Memo..................................................................................................................................................67
My Files...............................................................................................................................................67
NASCAR Mobile..................................................................................................................................68
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Peel Smart Remote.............................................................................................................................68
S Voice................................................................................................................................................68
Samsung Apps....................................................................................................................................69
Sprint Zone..........................................................................................................................................69
Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and a Computer ........................................................................69
Settings .......................................................................................................................................................71
Settings Tabs......................................................................................................................................71
Wi-Fi Settings......................................................................................................................................71
Hotspot................................................................................................................................................72
Bluetooth Settings...............................................................................................................................73
Tethering.............................................................................................................................................73
Airplane Mode.....................................................................................................................................74
Data Usage Settings...........................................................................................................................74
Location Settings.................................................................................................................................75
More Networks....................................................................................................................................76
Printing........................................................................................................................................76
Mobile Networks .........................................................................................................................77
VPN Settings...............................................................................................................................77
Ethernet.......................................................................................................................................77
Roaming......................................................................................................................................78
Nearby Devices...................................................................................................................................78
Screen Mirroring..................................................................................................................................78
Sounds and Notifications....................................................................................................................79
Volume........................................................................................................................................79
Sound Mode................................................................................................................................79
Notification Ringtone...................................................................................................................79
Other Sounds..............................................................................................................................80
Do Not Disturb ............................................................................................................................80
Notifications on Lock Screen ......................................................................................................80
Application Notifications..............................................................................................................80
Adapt Sound...............................................................................................................................81
Display Settings ..................................................................................................................................81
Brightness...................................................................................................................................81
Screen Timeout...........................................................................................................................81
Daydream....................................................................................................................................81
Auto Rotate Screen.....................................................................................................................82
Show Battery Percentage...........................................................................................................82
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Multi Window Settings.........................................................................................................................82
Lock Screen Settings..........................................................................................................................83
Wallpaper............................................................................................................................................84
Font Style............................................................................................................................................84
Notification Panel Settings..................................................................................................................85
Accessibility Settings...........................................................................................................................85
Configure Vision Accessibility Settings 85 .......................................................................................
Configure Hearing Accessibility Settings....................................................................................86
Configure Dexterity and Interaction Settings..............................................................................86
Configure Other Accessibility Settings........................................................................................87
Configure Accessibility Services.................................................................................................88
Language and Input Settings..............................................................................................................88
Choose a Default Language.......................................................................................................88
Default Input Method...................................................................................................................88
Samsung Keyboard Settings......................................................................................................88
Swype Settings...........................................................................................................................90
Google Voice Typing Settings.....................................................................................................91
Voice Input Settings....................................................................................................................92
Text-to-Speech Options..............................................................................................................92
Pointer Speed .............................................................................................................................92
Palm Motion Settings..........................................................................................................................92
Smart Screen Settings........................................................................................................................93
Accounts Settings ...............................................................................................................................93
Add an Account...........................................................................................................................93
Cloud...................................................................................................................................................93
Back Up and Reset Settings...............................................................................................................94
Factory Data Reset.....................................................................................................................94
Date and Time Settings ......................................................................................................................95
Accessories.........................................................................................................................................95
Application Manager ...........................................................................................................................96
Manage Applications...................................................................................................................96
Running Services........................................................................................................................96
Memory Use................................................................................................................................96
Default Applications ............................................................................................................................97
Users...................................................................................................................................................97
Battery Settings...................................................................................................................................98
Power Saving Mode............................................................................................................................98
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Storage Settings..................................................................................................................................99
Security Settings.................................................................................................................................99
Device Administration.................................................................................................................99
Encryption.................................................................................................................................100
Make Passwords Visible...........................................................................................................100
Security Update Service ...........................................................................................................101
Credential Storage....................................................................................................................101
Advanced Security Settings......................................................................................................102
Activate This Device ..........................................................................................................................102
System Update Settings ...................................................................................................................102
About Device.....................................................................................................................................103
Copyright Information
........................................................................................................................104
Intellectual Property..................................................................................................................104
Open Source Software
..............................................................................................................104
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability........................................................................104
Modification of Software
............................................................................................................105
Samsung KNOX
........................................................................................................................105
Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc. ...............................................................................105
Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device?.................................................105
Legal Information......................................................................................................................106
For Assistance ..........................................................................................................................................107
Sprint Account Information and Help................................................................................................107
Sprint Account Passwords........................................................................................................107
Manage Your Account ..............................................................................................................108
Index..........................................................................................................................................................109
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Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your tablet the first time.
Your Tablet at a Glance
The following illustration outlines your tablet’s primary external features and buttons.
Set Up Your Tablet
Prior to using your new tablet, it is necessary to charge the battery. An optional microSD
™memory card
(not included) can also be installed at this time.
SIM Card Information
Your tablet comes with a preinstalled SIM card for service with your Sprint account. If there is a need to
uninstall or reinstall the SIM card, follow the instructions below.
Important: Only perform SIM card maintenance if instructed to do so by a Sprint representative. The
preinstalled SIM card is required for Sprint service.
Use the following procedure to a SIM card in your tablet.
1.
Open the SIM card slot cover and turn to expose the slot.
2.
With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide the SIM card into the slot, pushing gently until
it clicks into place.
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3. Replace the SIM card slot cover.
Important: You can easily damage the SIM card and card slot by improper operation. Please be careful
when inserting, removing, or handling it. Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the contact pins.
Install a Memory Card
Use the following procedure to install an optional memory card (not included) in your tablet. For more
information, see Storage Settings.
1. Open the microSD 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.
Replace the memory card slot cover
Important: You can easily damage the memory card and card slot by improper operation. Please be
careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the
contact pins.
Charge the Battery
You will need to charge the battery before using your tablet.
1. Plug the USB cable into the USB Charger/Accessory Port on the bottom of the tablet.
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2. Plug the USB cable into the charging head, and then plug the charging head into an electrical
outlet.
Turn Your Tablet On
Use the Power/Lock Key to turn your tablet on.
■
Press and hold the Power/Lock key to turn the tablet on.
If your tablet is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the setup
application.
If your tablet is not yet activated, see Activate Your Tablet for more information.
Activate Your Tablet
Follow the instructions below to activate your tablet if it has not already been activated. Depending on
your account or how and where you purchased your tablet, it may be ready to use or you may need to
activate it on your Sprint account.
● 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 for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it
is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the tablet on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation
screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen.
Follow the instructions to continue.
● If you received your tablet in the mail and you are activating a new tablet for an existing number
on your account, you can activate on your computer online or directly on your tablet.
Activate on your computer:
• Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your tablet.
Activate on your tablet:
• Turn on your new tablet. Your tablet will automatically attempt Hands Free Activation.
• Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
• Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.
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for assistance. If you do not have access to the
Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727.
If your tablet is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support
Tip:Do not press the Power/Lock key while the tablet is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock key
cancels the activation process.
Note:If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support.
Complete the Setup
After you turn on your tablet and activate it, your tablet displays a welcome screen. From the
welcome screen follow the prompts to set up features and preferences on your tablet.
Note: In some cases, you may be able to complete the setup process before your device has been
activated on your Sprint account.
During setup and activation, you may see Sprint Connections Optimizer notice. Read the notice and tap I
agree to use Sprint Connections Optimizer, or tap Settings and uncheck the option if you do not wish to
use the Sprint Connections Optimizer.
1. At the Welcome screen, follow the instructions to configure your tablet’s basic options, such as
language, date and time, Wi-Fi connections, location settings, etc.
Google Account: Many of your tablet’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google
Talk, and the Google Play store, require a Google Account. To use these applications, you
must set up your Google Account on your tablet. Complete the steps to sign in to your current
Google Account, or sign up for a new Google Account.
Samsung Account: Your Samsung Account is used for access to Samsung apps and
services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, and much more.
Complete the steps to sign in to your current Samsung Account, or sign up for a new
Samsung Account.
2.
Tap Finish to complete setup.
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Tablet Basics
Your tablet is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the
people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions
and features of your tablet.
Your Tablet’s Layout
The following illustration outlines your tablet’s basic layout.
Key Functions
The following list defines the features listed in the above illustrations.
●
Front camera allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself.
●
Microphone records voice and other sounds.
●
Power/Lock key lets you turn the device on or off, turn the screen on or off, or lock the screen.
Press and hold for a Device options menu, where you can turn the tablet off or restart it, or for
easy access to Airplane mode, and to Mute and Sound modes.
●
Volume key adjusts the volume of your tablet’s sounds. From the home screen, press to adjust
master volume.
●
Back key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the
notification panel, or keyboard.
●
Home key returns you to the home screen. Press and hold to see recent apps, and access
Task Manager and Google Now.
●
Recent Apps key displays apps you have.
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● 3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset.
●
Rear camera lets you take pictures and record videos.
●
Speaker plays notification tones and sounds.
●
USB charger/accessory port allows you to connect the charger/USB cable (included) and other
optional accessories (not included).
●
Memorycard slot uses microSD to add additional storage to your tablet.
●
SIM card slot stores the tablet’s preinstalled SIM card.
CAUTION:Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the tablet.
Turn Your Tablet On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your tablet on and off.
Turn Your Tablet on
■
Press and hold the Power/Lock key.
Turn Your Tablet off
1.
Press and hold the Power/Lock key to open the Device options menu.
2.
Tap Power off to turn the tablet off. Your screen remains blank while your tablet is off (unless
the battery is charging).
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Your tablet allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it
when you need it.
Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use
■
To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock key.
To save battery power, the tablet automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time when
you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages while the tablet’s screen is off.
Note:For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Screen Timeout.
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
3.
To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock key.
4.
Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock the screen.
If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the
password or PIN. For more information, see Lock Screen.
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Touchscreen Navigation
Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of gestures.
Tap
When you want to type using the keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or press
buttons, simply tap them with your finger.
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Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold
the item.
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Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
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Drag
To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While
dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
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Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes.
This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by
turning the tablet sideways. When entering text, you can turn the tablet sideways to bring up a bigger
keyboard.
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Note:Screen rotation needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Touch and
drag down the notification panel, and then tap Screen rotation.
Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out, or spread the screen to zoom in when
viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.)
Tip: Pinching any home screen will let you see thumbnails of all home screens. Tap a thumbnail to go
straight to another home screen.
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