Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.
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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 the tablet, it is necessary charge the battery. An optional microSD memory card (not
included) can also be installed at this time.
Install the Memory Card
Use the following procedure to install an optional memory card (not included) in your tablet. For
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. Replace the Memory Card Slot cover.
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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.
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.
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Power/Lock Key to turn the tablet on.
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If your tablet is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the setup
application.
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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
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need to activate it on your Sprint account.
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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.
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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 onscreen instructions to continue.
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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.
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Activate on your tablet:
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Turn on your new tablet. Your tablet will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
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Touch Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
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Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process.
If your tablet is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to
the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727.
Tip: Do not press the Power button while the tablet is being activated. Pressing the Power button
cancels the activation process.
Complete the Setup Screens
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your tablet. Once your tablet
has been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup process.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your tablet has been activated on your
Sprint account.
Note: During or after setup, you may see a Connections Optimizer notice. Read the notice and
touch I Agree to allow your tablet to connect automatically to the best available data network,
including Wi-Fi. To turn Connections Optimizer off at any time, touch
>
> Settings >
More settings > Mobile networks > Connections optimizer and uncheck the box.
1. From the Welcome screen, select a language (if prompted) and touch Next to get started.
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Back key.
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Note: On the Welcome screen, there is also an Accessibility button. If you are visually impaired or
hard of hearing, touch Accessibility to change the accessibility settings. For more information, see
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the
option to skip it and continue to the next screen.
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Wi-Fi – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi network. For secured
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Samsung Account – Touch Sign in to sign in to your current Samsung Account, or touch
Create new account and follow the instructions to set up a new Samsung Account.
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Touch variety of services to learn more using your Samsung Account.
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Got Google? – Touch Yes to sign in to your current Google Account, or touch No and follow
the instructions to set up a new Google Account.
Make it Google – Touch Get an account and follow the instructions to create a new
Google Account, or touch Not now.
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to learn about Google Accounts.
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Entertainment – Touch Set up credit card and follow the instructions to enter credit card
information for your Google Play account, or touch Not now.
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Backup and Restore – Read the backup and restore information. Then enable either or
both options.
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Google & Location – Read the information about location services. Then enable either or
both location services.
This tablet belongs to… – Enter your first and last name. This information is used by the
tablet to personalize certain apps.
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Dropbox Account – Touch Create account and follow the instructions to set up a new
Dropbox Account, or touch Sign in to sign into your Drop Box Account.
Learn about key features – Touch each feature to see more details. Touch ON/OFF to
enable/disable each feature.
Device name – Enter a name for the tablet. This name is used to identify the tablet when
using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, etc.
3. Touch Finish. Your setup is now complete.
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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.
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Light Sensor detects the presence of objects near the tablet, and light conditions.
Front Camera allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself.
Power/Lock Key lets you turn the tablet 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.
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Volume Key adjusts the volume of your tablet’s sounds. From the Home screen, press to adjust
master volume.
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Infrared Transmitter controls external devices such as TVs.
Back Key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the
Notifications panel, or on-screen keyboard.
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Speaker plays notification tones and sounds.
Home Key returns you to the Home screen. Press and hold to see recent apps, and access
Task Manager and Google Now.
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Menu Key allows you to access a menu from most of your tablet’s screens.
Display provides a touch-sensitive interactive surface for your tablet.
Camera lets you take pictures and record videos.
3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset.
Memory Card Slot uses microSD to add additional storage to your tablet.
SIM Card Slot stores the tablet’s SIM Card.
CAUTION! The SIM Card should never be removed unless you are instructed to remove it by
authorized service personnel.
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USB Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the charger/USB cable (included) and
other optional accessories (not included).
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
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Press and hold the Power/Lock Key
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Turn Your Tablet Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key
to open the Device options menu.
2. Touch 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
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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.
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock Key
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2. Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock the screen.
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If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the
Touchscreen Navigation
Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Touch
When you want to type using the on-screen keyboard, select items on-screen such as application
and settings icons, or press on-screen buttons, simply touch them with your finger.
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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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.
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.
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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.
Note: Screen rotation needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change.
Touch and drag down the Notification Panel, then touch Screen rotation.
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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 seven Home screens. Touch a
thumbnail to go straight to another Home screen.
Your Home Screen
The home screen is the starting point for your tablet’s applications, functions, and menus. You can
customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display
additional screens.
Note: You can keep swiping in one direction and make it back to the main Home screen. The small
circles toward the bottom of the screen let you know your current screen position.
Tip: Press
to return to the main home screen from any other screen.
Creating Shortcuts
Learn how to add, move, or remove items from the home screen.
Adding Items from the Applications Menu
1.
Press
, and then touch Apps
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2. Touch and hold an application icon, and then drag it to a Home screen.
3. Release the screen to lock the new shortcut into its new position on the Home screen.
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Adding Items from the Home Screen
1.
Press
to display the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold an empty area of the Home screen, and then choose Apps and widgets.
3. Touch and hold the application icon, and then drag it to a Home screen. Release the icon to lock
it on the screen.
Removing a Shortcut
1.
Press
to display the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut, and then drag it to the Remove icon and release it. As you
place the shortcut into the Trash, both items turn red.
Note: This action does not delete the application; it simply removes the shortcut from the Home
screen.
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts
You can change any of your primary shortcuts with the exception of the Apps shortcut. The primary
shortcuts are the bottom row of app shortcuts that remain static on all home screens (by default
Contacts, Internet, and Apps).
Note: Before replacing a primary shortcut, you must first add the replacement shortcut to the Home
1.
Press
to display the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold the primary shortcut you want to replace and then drag it to an empty space on
any Home screen.
3. Touch and hold a new shortcut on the Home screen, and then drag it to the empty space in the
row of primary shortcuts. You can add up to 5 primary shortcuts in addition to the Apps shortcut.
Adding and Removing Widgets
Widgets are self-contained applications that reside either in your Widgets tab or on the main or
extended Home screens. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget appears as an on-screen application.
Widgets can include Contacts shortcuts, bookmarks, music playlists, Gmail and email accounts, and
many other types of apps.
Adding a Widget
1.
Press
to display the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold an empty area of the Home screen, and then choose Apps and widgets >
Widgets.
3. Touch and hold a widget, and then drag it to a Home screen. Release the widget to lock it on the
screen.
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Removing a Widget
1.
Press
to display the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold the desired widget, and then drag it to the Remove icon.
Note: This action does not delete the widget—it simply removes it from the current screen.
Extended Home Screens
In addition to the main Home screen, your tablet can have up to six extended Home screens to
provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Touch and hold the icon or widget and then
drag across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen.
There can be up to six extended screens in addition to the main Home screen.
Note: You cannot add more screens, unless you have previously deleted any of the existing
screens. The maximum number of home screens is seven.
To go directly to a particular screen:
1. From any home screen, pinch the screen to display thumbnail images of all screens.
– or –
Press
Home, and then touch
Menu > Edit page.
2. Touch the screen you want to open.
Recent Apps
You can access recently used applications through a display of shortcuts to the applications
themselves.
1.
Press and hold
from any screen to display Recent apps.
2. Touch an image to open the application.
Wallpapers
You can choose a picture to display on the Home Screen, Lock screen, or on both the Home and
Lock screens. Choose from preloaded wallpaper images or select a photo you have downloaded or
taken with the Camera.
1. From any Home screen, touch and hold on an empty area of the screen. The Home screen
menu displays. Touch Set wallpaper.
– or –
Press
, and then touch
> Settings > Display > Wallpaper.
2. Touch Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
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3. Choose a source for wallpaper:
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Gallery: Choose a picture from Gallery. Follow the prompts to crop the picture and save it as
wallpaper.
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Live wallpapers: Choose a moving scene for the background (Home screen only).
ID wallpapers: Select a wallpaper from the currently assigned ID pack (Home screen only).
Travel wallpaper: Display recommended destinations on your Lock screen (Lock screen
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Wallpapers: Choose an image from the Wallpapers gallery.
Settings Menu
Access the Settings menu from any Home screen.
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, and then touch
> Edit page.
Status Bar
The status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device and service status information on the
right side and notification alerts on the left. To view notification alerts, touch and hold the Status Bar
and drag it down.
Status Icons
Icon
Description
®
Bluetooth active
Connected to another Bluetooth device
®
Wi-Fi active
Mute
Network (full signal)
3G (data service)
4G (data service)
Airplane Mode
Alarm Set
Battery (full charge shown)
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Notification Icons
Icon
Description
New email
New Gmail
Event
USB connection
Updates available
Downloading
Kies air connected
Keyboard active
Notification Panel
The Notification Panel displays information about connections, alerts, new messages, and more. It
also has Quick settings—buttons which allow you to quickly access and change common system
settings.
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Quick Settings(Grid): Display Quick setting buttons in a grid.
Quick Settings (Scrolling): Display Quick setting buttons in a scrollable list.
Brightness Control: Adjust the brightness of the display.
Ongoing Events: Display ongoing events, such as USB connections.
Clear All Notifications: Remove all notifications.
Notifications: Display notifications, such as new email and software updates.
Access the Notifications Panel
1. Touch and slide downward from the top of the screen to display the Notification Panel. Slide the
Notification Panel upward to close it.
2. Touch Ongoing events or Notifications to view details, or to launch the related app or feature.
Clearing Notifications
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Touch Clear to remove all notifications.
Quick Settings
Quickly enable/disable common system settings for your tablet.
1. Touch and slide downward from the top of the screen to display the Notification Panel.
2. Touch a Quick setting button to enable (green) or disable (grey). (To view all Quick setting
buttons, touch
, or slide the Quick setting buttons to the left.)
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GPS: Enable or disable GPS services. For more information, see Location Services
Settings.
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Sound/Mute: Mute system sounds.
Screen rotation: Automatically rotate the screen from landscape to portrait and vice versa
when the tablet is tilted.
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Blocking mode: Disable notifications for selected features. For more information, see
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Power saving: Activate Power saving mode. For more information, see Power Saving
Mode.
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Sync: Synchronize contacts, email, etc. with the network.
Note: The Sync and Airplane mode buttons only appear when the Quick settings are displayed as a
grid. Touch the Quick settings grid button in the top right-hand corner of the notifications panel to
display the Quicks setting buttons like such.
Multi Window
Multi Window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows.
Note: Only applications found within the Apps tray can be active atop another current application on
the screen. When launching applications that contain multimedia files (music or video), audio from
both files will be played simultaneously.
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Multi Window Features
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Apps Tray: Contains customizable list of apps which can be used with the Multi window feature.
Touch and slide the list up and down to display more apps.
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Tab: Open and close the Apps tray. The tab may be relocated anywhere along the Apps tray
edge, or hidden from view.
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Switch Apps: Switch the two apps position.
Maximize App: Maximize the selected app.
Close App: Close the selected app.
Split Bar: Movable border between the two apps’ windows.
Activate Multi Window
Enable Multi window in the Display settings.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch Multi window to activate the feature.
– or –
1. Touch the top of the screen and swipe downward to open the Notification panel.
2. Touch the Multi window quick setting button.
Note: When initially activated, the entire Apps tray displays, then minimizes to only show the Tab.
Using Multi Window
Any of the apps found within the Multi window panel can run at the same time as another Multi
window app.
Note: Only apps found within the Multi window panel can be active atop another running app. When
launching applications that contain multimedia files (music/video), audio from both files will be played
simultaneously.
Run Multiple Apps Together
1. Activate the Multi window.
2. Touch the Tab to display the Apps tray.
3. Touch and hold an app icon until it detaches from the panel, then drag it off the Apps tray.
Release it over the top area of the screen.
4. Touch and hold a second app icon until it detaches from the panel, then drag it off the Apps tray.
Release it over the bottom area of the screen.
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Adjust the Size of Apps in Multi Window
With two apps running, touch and drag the split bar up and down to resize the two windows.
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1. Touch the Split bar to display the Switch, Maximize, and Close icons.
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Touch . The two apps switch places.
Maximize an App
1. Touch the Split bar to display the Switch, Maximize, and Close icons.
2.
Touch . The selected app reverts to its normal (maximized) state.
Close and App
1. Touch the Split bar to display the Switch, Maximize, and Close icons.
2.
Touch . The selected app closes.
Relocate the Tab and Apps Tray
The Multi window is made up of two components—the Tab and the Apps tray. The Tab can be
moved up or down the left or right edge of the screen. The Apps tray can be relocated to the left or
right edge of the screen.
Relocate the Apps Tray
1. Activate the Multi window.
2. Touch and hold the Tab for approximately one-second.
3. Slowly drag the Tab to the left or right edge of the screen.
Move the Tab
1. Activate the Multi window.
2. With the Apps tray closed, touch and hold the Tab for approximately one-second.
3. Slowly drag the Tab up or along the side of the screen.
Note: This is a quick way to get the Tab out of the way if you cannot get to a button or option behind
it.
Hide Multi Window
The Tab can be hidden from view.
1.
Press and hold
. This action hides the Tab from view.
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2.
To redisplay Multi window, press and hold
.
Note: The Back Key
does not activate or deactivate Multi window—It simply hides the Tab
from view.
Customize the Apps Tray
The apps on the Apps tray can be organized by either being rearranged or removed.
Rearrange the Multi Window Apps
1. Activate the Multi window.
2. Touch the Tab to display the Apps tray.
3. Touch and hold an app icon until it detaches from the tray, then drag it to a new location and
release.
Remove or Restore a Multi Window App
1. Activate the Multi window.
2. Touch the Tab to display the Apps tray.
3. Touch Edit to display a storage tray.
4. To remove an app, touch and hold an app icon until it detaches from the tray, then carefully drag
it off the Apps tray and onto the storage area.
To add an app back to the Apps tray, touch and hold an app icon until it detaches from the storage
tray, then drag it onto the Apps tray.
Features
Discover new features for controlling and interacting with your tablet.
Assistant Menu
Move quickly to frequently-visited places and actions using Assistant Menu. It is designed to assist
users with reduced dexterity, as well as users who want to navigate the tablet using one hand.
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Assistant Menu
always ‘stays on top’ of the Home screen or app.
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To reposition the Assistant Menu, touch and drag
to another location on screen.
Enable Assistant Menu
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Home, and then touch
Menu > Settings > Accessibility.
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Touch the ON/OFF switch to turn Assistant Menu on.
Touch Assistant Menu to set options.
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Using Assistant Menu
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Touch Assistant Menu
to display the menu buttons:
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Open notifications: Open the Notification Panel.
Home: Return to the Home screen.
Back: Return to the previous screen or undo the last action.
Set volume: Set the system volume.
Lock screen: Lock the tablet.
Restart: Restart the tablet.
Power off: Turn the tablet off.
Open device options: Open the Device options pop-up menu.
Capture screen: Take a snapshot of the current screen.
Zoom: Zoom in or out on the current screen (not all apps support this feature).
Settings: Configure settings for Assistant Menu.
Brightness: Adjust the screen brightness.
Rotate screen: Rotate the current display to Portrait, Landscape with Home key to the
left, or Landscape with Home key to the right.
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Recent apps: View the list of recently used apps.
2.
Touch
>
Settings for options:
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Touch Dominant hand to optimize the Assistant Menu buttons for use on the left or right
side of the screen.
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Touch
to remove an icon from Assistant Menu.
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Touch
Touch
to add an icon back to Assistant Menu.
> Reset to revert back to the default settings.
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Screen Capture
Capture an image of the current screen at anytime time.
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and the Home Key
simultaneously
to create an image of the current screen. A white border flashes briefly around the edge of the
screen indicating a screen capture.
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The screen capture is automatically saved to the Gallery in an Album labeled the
Screenshots.
A copy of the screen capture is also saved to the clipboard.
Smart Screen
Smart screen features allow you to have your tablet automatically detect when you are looking at the
screen.
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Smart stay: The screen will not time out as long as you are looking at it. Smart screen uses the
front camera to detect when you are facing the screen. Some factors that may affect the ability of
the front camera to detect your face are:
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When the tablet is not docked or held upright, for example when placed on a table.
When the front camera cannot detect your face and eyes.
When the front camera is being used for the current application.
When the source of light is behind you, or when using the tablet in the dark.
Configure Smart Stay
Enable Smart stay, and learn about using them.
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and tap
> Settings > Display > Smart screen.
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> Help for more information.
Voice Control
Use spoken commands to control and interact with your tablet, such as:
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Alarm: When enabled, you can stop or snooze alarms with the voice commands “Stop” and
“Snooze”.
Camera: When enabled, you can take pictures with the voice commands “Smile”, “Cheese”,
“Capture” and “Shoot”.
Music: When enabled, you can control the music player with the voice commands “Next”,
“Previous”, “Pause”, “Play”, “Volume Up”, and “Volume Down”.
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Configure Voice Control
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and tap
> Settings > Voice control. For more information, see Voice
Control.
Enter Text
You can type on your tablet using the available touchscreen keyboards.
Touchscreen Keyboards
Touchscreen keyboard entry can be done in either Portrait or Landscape orientations. The
Landscape orientation provides more space and results in slightly bigger on-screen keys. If you find
that you prefer to enter text via the on-screen keyboard, and need bigger keys, use this orientation.
Text Input Methods
Your tablet offers several text input methods.
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Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries.
Samsung keyboard allows you to enter text by touching keys on a virtual QWERTY keyboard.
Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text, which matches your key touches to
common words so you can select a word to insert it into your text.
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Swype lets you enter words by swiping across the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of
touching each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also touch letters
to enter words.
Select a Default Text Input Method
You can select a default Text Input Method from Settings, or choose one at any time while entering
text.
From Settings:
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and touch
Menu > Settings > Language and input > Default and then
choose a text entry method.
While entering text:
1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notifications panel.
2. Touch Select input method, and then choose a text entry method.
Google Voice Typing
This feature uses Google voice recognition to convert your spoken words into text.
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Use Google Voice Typing to Enter Text
1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notifications panel, and then touch Select input method > Google voice typing.
2. Speak into the microtablet and watch your text being entered on-screen.
3. If the text is incorrect, touch DELETE.
4.
Once you have completed entering your text, touch
reappear.
. The on-screen keyboard will
Note: Select a language by touching the language displayed at the top of the Listening area.
Touch Add more languages to assign a new language via the Google voice typing menu.
Removing the check mark from the Automatic field allows you to select additional languages.
Configure Google Voice Typing
Set Google Voice Typing options.
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> Settings > Language and input, and then touch
next to
Google voice typing.
Samsung Keyboard
With Samsung Keyboard, it's easy to enter text, symbols, and numbers.
Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text
1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notifications panel, and then touch Select input method > Samsung keyboard.
2. Touch keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options:
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delete a whole word or field.
to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold
to
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change the case of the text. Touch twice to switch to all capitals.
to
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Touch
to switch to a symbols keyboard. There are two symbol keyboards.
to switch to Google Voice typing and to enter text by speaking.
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Display a handwriting pad. Use your finger tip to write out each character. As you
write, suggestions are offered in the word options area in case the correct letters were
not recognized. (To properly recognize the written characters, do not use script.)
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View Samsung Keyboard settings.
Choose between the standard Qwerty keyboard, or a Floating keyboard which can
be moved around the screen.
Using Predictive Text
By using Predictive text, you can have next-letter prediction and regional error correction, which
compensates for touching the wrong keys on the QWERTY keyboard.
While entering characters, potential word matches display in the Predictive text area above the
keyboard.
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Touch a word to insert it into your text. Touch
to display more words.
Configure Samsung Keyboard
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Press
and touch
> Settings > Language and input, and then touch
next to
Samsung keyboard.
Swype
Swype lets you enter words by tracing over the letters on the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of
touching each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also touch letters to
enter words.
Swype provides next-letter prediction and regional error correction, which can compensate for
touching the wrong keys on the virtual QWERTY keyboards.
Use Swype to Enter Text
1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notifications panel, and then touch Select input method > Swype.
2. Swipe your finger continuously over the letters to form a word. As you swipe over letters, words
matching your pattern display at the top of the Swype keyboard. To enter a word, lift your finger,
or touch a word at the top of the keyboard.
3. While entering text, use these options:
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If you make a mistake, touch
entire word or field.
to delete a single character. Touch and hold
to delete an
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By default, Swype starts with a capital at the beginning of text. Touch
capital letter, or touch twice to enter all capitals.
to start with a
Touch
to switch to a symbols keyboard, and then touch keys to enter symbols.
Configure Swype
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Press
and touch
> Settings > Language and input, and then touch
next to
Swype.
Editing Text
Your tablet gives you many options to make entering text easier—including copying, cutting, and
pasting text, using voice-to-text input, and more.
Note: Some apps do not support text editing, while others may offer their own way to select and edit
text.
Edit Existing Text
1.
Touch the text at the point you want to edit. The selection cursor displays at the point you
touched.
2.
3.
Touch and drag to a better position, if necessary.
Enter additional text, or delete text by touching
.
Copy, Delete, or Replace Text
1. Touch and hold the text or word you want to select. The selected text is highlighted between
selection cursors
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2. Touch and drag either cursor to select more or less text.
3. On the pop-up menu, touch:
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Select all to highlight all text in the field.
Cut to remove the selected text.
Copy to save the selected text to the clipboard.
Paste to paste previously copied text.
Clipboard to display the text saved to the clipboard.
4. Enter text by typing or speaking to replace the selected text.
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5.
Touch
to delete the selected text.
Paste Text
1.
Touch the text at the point you want to edit. The selection cursor displays at the point you
touched.
2.
3.
Touch and drag to a better position, if necessary.
Touch . A pop-up menu displays.
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Contacts
The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including
contacts you enter and save directly in your tablet as well as contacts synchronized with your Google
account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook
friends.
Get Started with Contacts
Before using Contacts, it’s best to learn a few basics.
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Your tablet automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically.
Contacts can be stored in device memory. You can also create contacts that sync with an
account—such as a Google contact or a Corporate (Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync) contact.
When you create a new contact, you will be asked where you want to store the contact. Some
options are:
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Device contacts are stored in device memory.
Note: If the tablet is ever reset to its factory default parameters, locally stored contacts (device
contacts) can be lost.
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Google contacts are shared with your existing Google account and can also be imported to
your tablet after you have created a Google Mail account.
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Access Contacts
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Press
and touch
Contacts.
Add a Contact
You can add contacts directly into the Contacts application. Enter details such as name, tablet
numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Contacts.
Touch , and then choose a storage account, if you have multiple accounts set up on your
tablet.
3.
Touch contact fields to enter information. While entering information, touch
field, and touch to choose a label.
Picture: Touch the picture icon to assign a picture to the new entry.
to add another
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Name: Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the name. Touch
next to the Name field to
display additional name fields.
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Tablet: Enter a tablet number.
Email: Enter an email address.
Groups: Assign the contact to a group.
Add another field: Add new field(s) for the contact.
4. Touch Save to save the new contact.
Edit a Contact
Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry.
Add or Edit Information
You can modify existing contact information to keep your information up-to-date.
1.
Press
and touch
Contacts.
2. Touch a contact to display it, and then touch
3. Touch any field you want to change or add.
4. Add or edit the information, and then touch Save.
> Edit.
Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact and then touch Edit.
Assign a Photo to a Contact
Adding a photo to a contact entry creates a more personal and easily recognized entry. For example,
when receiving messages from one of your contacts, the associated picture will display.
1.
Press
and touch
Contacts.
2. Touch a contact to display it, and then touch the picture icon.
3. Choose an image. Options are:
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Image: Select a photo from the Gallery.
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Pictures by people: Select photos from the Gallery which been tagged with people’s
names.
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Take picture: Take a new photo of the contact.
4. Resize the photo by dragging the sides of the blue border, and then touch Done.
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Link a Contact
When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail, device, Facebook, etc.), you may have
multiple similar entries for a single contact. Your tablet’s Contacts application lets you link multiple
entries into a single contact.
1.
Press
and touch
Contacts.
2. Touch a contact to display it, and then touch
> Link contact.
3. Touch another entry to link it to the original contact.
Note: You can link up to five contacts in a single entry.
Delete a Contact
You can delete a contact from the contacts details page.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Contacts.
Touch a contact to display it, and then touch
.
3. Touch OK.
Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact and then touch Delete.
Add Contacts to Your Favorites
The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts
entries.
1.
Press
and touch
Contacts.
2. Touch and hold the entry name from the Contacts tab listing.
3. From the Contacts Entry context menu, touch Add to favorites.
Note: Another method to add or remove an entry from your favorites is to touch the star icon on the
Contact’s details page (upper right). Touch to add the entry to your favorites (star is lit), touch again
to remove.
Share a Contact
You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, or Wi-Fi Direct.
1.
Press
2. Touch a contact to display it, and then touch
3. Touch Selected contact to send the currently displayed contact, or touch Multiple contacts to
and touch
Contacts.
> Share namecard via.
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choose other contacts.
4. Touch to select one of the following sharing methods:
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sending via Bluetooth.
details on sending email.
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Wi-Fi Direct: Send the information via a device-to-device connection.
Groups
This feature allows you to add a new or existing contact to a group. This group can be one of the
already present groups (Family, Friends, or Work) or a user-created group.
Create a New Group
You can create new groups and add members.
1.
Press
2. Touch
3. Enter information about the group:
and touch
Contacts > Groups.
> Create.
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Touch the Group name field and enter a name for the new group.
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Touch Add member and select a member or members to add to the new Group list.
4. Touch Done when you are finished adding members, and then touch Save.
Add a Contact to a Group
You can add new members to a group from your Contacts.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Contacts > Groups.
Touch a group to display it, and then touch
.
3. From the list of contacts, touch the contact(s) you want to add.
4. Touch Done to add the contact to the group.
Send an Email or Gmail to Group Members
You can send an email or Gmail to all or selected members of a group.
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1.
Press
and touch
Contacts > Groups.
> Send email.
2. Touch an existing group and then touch
3. Select the recipients of the new message and then touch Done.
4. Touch Email or Gmail, then touch Always to use this as the default sending method, or Just
once to be asked each time which service to use.
Gmail Message.
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Accounts and Messaging
Set up accounts on your tablet, to synchronize information between your tablet and accounts.
Google
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. Setting up your account on your tablet syncs your tablet and your online Google account.
Create a Google Account
If you do not already have a Google account, you can create one online or using your tablet.
Note: Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your tablet, such as Google
Play Store, you do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your tablet.
Create a Google Account Online
2. On the main page, click SIGN IN > SIGN UP.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your free account.
Create a Google Account Using Your Tablet
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings.
2. Touch Add account > Google > New.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your free account.
Access Gmail
Below are procedures for accessing your Gmail account.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gmail.
2. Do any of the following:
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View more email messages: If the Inbox is full, swipe your finger up the screen to view
more messages and conversations.
Read a new email message: Touch the unread message or the conversation with an
unread message (just-arrived items display in bold).
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Select messages and conversations: Touch the box before the email or conversation.
View the Inbox of another Gmail account: Touch Inbox at the top of the screen and then
touch the inbox of the Gmail account you want to view.
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Send a Gmail Message
Below are procedures for sending a Gmail.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gmail.
From the Inbox, touch
.
3. Enter the message recipient’s email address in the To field. You can add multiple recipients.
Note: To send a carbon copy (CC) or a blind carbon copy (BCC) of the email to other recipients,
touch +CC/BCC.
4. Touch Subject and enter the email subject.
5. Touch Compose email and compose your message.
6.
7.
To add a picture attachment, touch . To add a video attachment, touch
To send the message, touch
> Attach video.
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To save the current email as a draft, touch
> Save draft. To later view your draft email
messages, from the Inbox, touch Drafts.
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To delete the current email message, touch
> Discard.
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages
Below are procedures for reading and replying to Gmail messages.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gmail.
2. Touch a message to display its contents.
Tip: You can also access new messages through the Notifications bar. When a new Gmail
message arrives, you’ll see the icon in the Notifications bar. Touch, hold, and drag the bar down to
display notifications. Touch a message to display it.
3.
4.
From the menu at the top left of the screen, touch
To send the message, touch
Reply,
Reply all, or
Forward.
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Email
Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts. You can
also access your Exchange ActiveSync email on your tablet.
Add an Email Account
Email allows you to send and receive email using various email services. You can also receive text
message alerts when you receive an important email.
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1.
Press
– or –
Press
and touch
and touch
Apps >
Email.
Menu > Settings > Add account > Email.
2. Enter your email address in the Email address (account@example.com) field.
3. Enter your password in the Password field. To see your password as you enter it, touch Show
password.
4. If necessary, touch Send email from this account by default to set this account as your
default email.
5. Touch Next to start automatic email setup. If you need to configure custom settings, touch
Manual setup and then enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name,
password, server, security type, etc.
6. Follow the on-screen prompts to configure options for the account.
Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account
The Email application also provides access to your Microsoft Exchange account from your tablet. If
your company uses Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, 2007, or 2010 as the corporate email system,
you can use this email application to wirelessly synchronize your email, Contacts, and Task
information directly with your company’s Exchange server.
Use the following procedure to synchronize your tablet with a corporate email account.
Note: You can set up multiple Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts on your tablet.
1.
Press
and touch
Menu > Settings.
2. Touch Add account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.
3. Enter your email address in the Email address (account@example.com) field.
4. Enter your password in the Password field. To see your password as you enter it, touch Show
password.
5. Touch Next, and follow the on-screen prompts to configure options for the account.
Note: Consult your network administrator for assistance in configuring your account.
Compose and Send Email
Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your tablet. Increase your
productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
From the Inbox, touch
.
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Touch the To field and enter the recipient’s email address in the To field. You can add as
many message recipients as you want.
To send a copy of the message to yourself, touch +Me. To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind
carbon copy (Bcc) of the current email to other recipients, add their email addresses in the
Cc/Bcc field.
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Touch the Subject field and enter the email subject.
3. Touch the text area to compose your email.
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To add an attachment, touch . Choose from the following: My Files, Images, Take a
picture, Video, Record video, Audio, Memo, Calendar, Contacts, or Location.
4.
To send the message, touch
.
View and Reply to Email
Reading and replying to email on your tablet is as simple as on your computer.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
2. From the email account Inbox, touch a message to view it.
3.
4.
Touch
Reply,
Reply All to reply to the original recipient list, or touch
Forward to
forward the message to new recipient(s) in the To field.
Enter a message (if desired) and then touch
.
Manage Your Email Inbox
The following procedures allow you to view, refresh, sort, and delete your email messages.
View Your Email Inbox
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
2. If you have more than one account set up on your tablet, touch the list at the top of the screen
and choose an account.
Refresh an Email Account
Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and
received email messages manually at any time.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
2. Select an email account.
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If you are already in an email account, touch the account name field (top left corner) to list all
of your email accounts.
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Select an available email account.
3.
Touch Refresh.
Sort Email Messages
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
2. From the email account Inbox, touch
> Sort by.
3. Select from the options to sort email messages by: date received (most recent or oldest), by
sender, read/unread status, attachments, starred favorites, priority, subject, flag, request,
meeting requests, or size. (Not all options are available for all email accounts.)
Delete an Email Message
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
2. From the email account Inbox, touch the check box next to each email you want to delete.
3.
Touch
Delete.
Edit Email Settings
You can edit general preferences, which apply to all email accounts, or configure settings for specific
email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of
retrieval, and more.
Note: Available settings depend on the type of email account.
Edit General Preferences
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
2. Touch
> Settings > General settings to configure settings. Available settings depend on
the type of email account, and may include:
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Auto fit content: Shrink email content to fit the screen.
Auto advance: Choose how the email list displays after you delete or move an email.
Message preview line: Choose the number of lines displayed in the email list to give you a
preview of an email’s contents.
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Title line in list: Choose the title line (in bold for unread messages), to display the sender or
the subject.
Confirm deletions: Choose whether the tablet prompts you to confirm the action when you
mark emails for deletion.
Quick responses: Create and edit text strings that you can add to an email to respond
quickly.
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Spam addresses: Edit the list of senders and domains reported as spam.
Delay email sending: Delay the sending of emails so that they can be canceled, if needed.
Rules for filtering: Manage rules for sorting email based on sender and subject.
Default image size: Set the default size for image attachments.
Priority senders: Maintain a list of email addresses to ensure that emails from the
addresses receive priority handling.
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Set as the default folder: Show the Priority Sender Inbox whenever you open Email.
Email notifications: Choose whether notifications for new emails are displayed in the
Status bar at the top of the screen.
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Select ringtone: Select a ringtone to use for email notifications.
Edit Account Settings
You can edit settings for your individual email accounts, such as email address and password, name
display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more.
Note: Available settings depend on the type of email account.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Email.
2. Touch
> Settings, and then touch an account to configure settings.
Delete an Email Account
If you no longer want an email account on your tablet, you can delete it through the email settings
menu.
1.
2.
Press
Touch
and touch
Apps >
Email.
> Settings >
Delete account.
3. Touch the account(s) to delete.
4. Touch Delete to remove the account(s).
Social Networking Accounts
Stay in touch on the go with all your social networking accounts.
Flipboard
The Flipboard application creates a personalized digital magazine out of everything being shared
with you. Access news stories, personal feeds and other related material. Flip through your
Facebook newsfeed, tweets from your Twitter account, photos from friends and much more.
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1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Flipboard.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Google+
Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier. You can set up Circles of
friends, visit the Stream to get updates from your Circles, use Messenger for fast messaging with
everyone in your Circles, or use Instant Upload to automatically upload videos and photos to your
Google+ uses your Google account. If you don’t already have a Google account set up on your
tablet, you can set one up.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Google+.
Hangouts
Previously known as Google Talk, Hangouts is an online place to meet friends and family, share
photos, and host video calls. Conversation logs are automatically saved to a Chats area in your
Gmail account.
Note: You must be currently signed into your Google account to use Hangouts.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Hangouts.
Messenger
Messenger allows you to bring groups of friends together into a simple group conversation. When
you get a new conversation in Messenger, Google+ sends an update to your tablet.
Messenger uses your Google account. If you don’t already have a Google account set up on your
tablet, you can set one up.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Messenger.
YouTube
YouTube™ is a video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos. The site is used
to display a wide variety of user-generated video content, including movie clips, TV clips, and music
videos, as well as video content such as video blogging, informational shorts, and other original
videos.
YouTube is a data-intensive feature. Check your data plan to avoid additional data charges.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
YouTube.
Note: It is not necessary to sign in to the YouTube site to view content. However, if you wish to sign
in to access additional options touch the ACCOUNT tab. Select an account (if available) or create a
new account. (Even if you sign in to YouTube via the Web, you must separately sign in via your
tablet.)
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Apps and Entertainment
All your tablet’s features are accessible through the Apps list.
DivX
DivX is a digital media format that provides your tablet with high-quality videos.
DivX Legal Information
®
®
DivX , DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries
and are used under license.
®
®
DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 720p, including premium content.
®
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi
®
Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified device that has passed rigorous testing to verify that it
DivX videos.
®
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified device must be registered in order to
play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the
DivX VOD section in your device setup menu (touch Apps > Settings > About device > Legal
®
information on how to complete your registration.
Important! DivX VOD content is protected by a DivX DRM (Digital Rights Management) system
that restricts playback to registered DivX Certified devices.
Locating Your VOD Registration Number
Follow these procedures to locate your VOD registration number.
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Press
and touch
> Settings > About device > Legal information > License
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settings > DivX VOD > Register.
Register Your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased
Movies
To play purchased DivX movies on your device, you will first need to complete a one-time
registration using both your device and your computer.
1.
Locate your VOD Registration code. Press
and touch
> Settings > About device
> Legal information > License settings > DivX® VOD > Register.
2. Open the DivX Player on your computer. To download the free player for your computer, visit
3. From the DivX Player on your computer, choose the VOD menu and select Register a DivX
Certified Device. Follow the prompts to log in, or create a DivX account if you don’t already
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have one.
4. Follow the instructions in DivX Player to enter your device’s VOD registration code and create a
device nickname.
5. Choose a location on your computer to download the DivX registration video, then download the
file.
6. Connect your device to the computer via USB and transfer the DivX registration video to your
device. From the Registration screen (Transfer), select USB (the device) as the target
destination for the DivX registration video and touch Start. Return to the DivX VOD Manager
screen (in your computer’s DivX Player) and confirm both your computer and your new device
appears in the list of registered DivX devices.
Note: There is no special registration or configuration necessary to play back DRM-free DivX
movies. Registration of your device is only required for playback of DivX material.
Game Hub
Game Hub provides a premium one-stop service center that lets you play, connect, and share
games on compatible Samsung Android devices.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Game Hub.
2. Read the on-screen disclaimer and touch Confirm.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions and navigate to your favorite games and services.
Google Play Store
The Google Play Store is the place to go to find new Android apps, games, movies, music, and
books for your tablet. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid apps ranging from productivity
apps to games. When you find an app you want, you can easily download and install it on your tablet.
To access the Google Play Store you must have a Google Account set up on your tablet. See
Google for details.
Important! Third-party applications may access your personal information or require your service
provider to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how
a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the
application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable
with the third-party application’s policies, don’t use the application.
Find and Install an App
When you install apps from the Google Play Store app and use them on your tablet, they may
require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or
access to certain functions or settings of your tablet. Download and install only apps that you trust.
Note: You need a Google Wallet account to purchase items from the Google Play Store app.
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1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Play Store.
2. Browse through the categories, find an app you're interested in, and touch the name.
3. Follow the prompts to download and install the app.
Warning! Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with apps that have access to
many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you touch OK on this screen, you are
responsible for the results of using this item on your tablet.
Create a Google Wallet Account
You must have a Google Wallet account associated with your Google Account to purchase items
from the Google Play Store app.
Do one of the following:
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The first time you use your tablet to buy an item from the Google Play Store app, follow the
prompts to enter your billing information and set up a Google Wallet account.
Warning! When you’ve used Google Wallet once to purchase an item from the Google Play Store
app, the tablet remembers your information, so you don’t need to enter it the next time. For this
reason, you should secure your tablet to prevent others from using it without your permission. (For
Open an Installed App
Open a newly installed app via the apps menu.
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and touch
Apps and then touch the app icon.
Uninstall an App
You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. You cannot
uninstall apps that are preloaded on your tablet.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Application manager > Downloaded.
2. Touch the app you want to uninstall, and then touch Uninstall.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the uninstall.
Google Play Books
With Google Play Books, you can find more than 3 million free e-books and hundreds of thousands
more to buy in the Google Play Store.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Play Books.
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Google Play Magazines
With Google Play Magazines, you can subscribe to your favorite magazines and have them available
to read on your tablet at any time or any place.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Play Magazines.
Google Play Movies & TV
The Google Play Movies & TV application allows you to connect to the Google Play Store and
download a movie or TV show to watch instantly. Choose from thousands of movies and TV shows,
including new releases and HD titles in Google Play and stream them instantly on your Android
tablet. Previously rented movies are automatically added to your My Movies library across your
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Play Movies & TV.
Google Play Music
Google Play Music lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from the Google Play
Store app, as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is
automatically stored in your Google Music library and instantly ready to play or download.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Play Music.
Group Play
Use Group Play to share media from your tablet to other devices, via Wi-Fi, using your tablet as an
AP (Access Point).
Many of your tablet’s apps offer sharing via Group Play. Touch
from the Share via list of options.
to find sharing options, usually
To use Group Play, all participants must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Important: If you are using Group Play via an unsecured Wi-Fi network, your information may be
vulnerable to unauthorized third parties while being transferred.
Use Group Play only for personal and non-profit purposes. Using Group Play for commercial use
violates copyright law. The company is not responsible for copyright infringement by users.
Create a Group and Share
Note: To use Group Play, all participants must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Group Play.
2. Read the disclaimer and touch Agree.
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3. Touch Join group and follow the prompts to join an existing group.
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Touch Create group and follow the prompts to create a new group. You’ll need to set up a
group password, which participants will use to join your Group Play session.
4. Your tablet will turn on the mobile AP (Access Point). Follow the onscreen directions to bring
other devices back-to-back with your tablet to join the group.
5. Choose options for sharing:
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Share picture: Select pictures stored on your tablet or on an optional installed memory card
(not included).
Share music: Select music stored on your tablet or on an optional installed memory card
(not included).
Share document: Select documents stored on your tablet or on an optional installed
memory card (not included).
Play games and more: Select games and other media to share.
Note: For more information about using Group Play, touch
> Help.
Music Hub
Music Hub lets you upload your music collection to the cloud, stream, and purchase songs from an
extensive catalog, and listen to personal radio.
Note: You must have the Samsung Account application to using Media Hub.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Music Hub.
Music Player
The Music Player is an application that can play music files. Launching the Music Player allows you
to navigate through your music library, play songs, and create playlists (music files bigger than 300
KB are displayed).
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Music Player.
2. Touch a library category on the left side of the screen (Songs, Playlists, Albums, Artists,
Genres, Folders, Composers, Years, or Music Square) to view the available music files.
3. Scroll through the list of songs and touch an entry to begin playback.
Google Maps
Use the Google Maps application to find directions, location information, business addresses, etc.
Determine your current location with or without GPS, get driving and transit directions and get tablet
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numbers and addresses for local businesses.
Enable Location Services on Your Tablet
Google Maps may require you to turn on Location services. For more information about location
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Maps.
Navigation
Navigation is another Google Maps application available on your tablet. It uses your current location
to provide turn-by-turn guidance to your destination.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Navigation.
Local
Google Local uses your location to help you find nearby destinations, such as restaurants, bars,
hotels, attractions, ATMs and gas stations, or you can enter a location. The Local service is
accessible through the Google Maps app.
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and touch
Apps >
Local.
Story Album
Create albums containing your special moments and keep them in one place using your timeline.
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and touch
Apps >
Story Album.
TripAdvisor
Get assistance finding hotels, restaurants, and attractions in any destination. See millions of reviews,
opinions and candid photos from travelers just like you.
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and touch
Apps >
TripAdvisor.
WatchON
Enjoy all of your favorite movies and TV shows with WatchON.
Important: Before you use WatchON, verify that you have an active Internet connection available.
Note: Before beginning your initial WatchON application setup, make sure that your TV is turned
off.
You need an active Samsung account on your tablet to use WatchON. Sign into your Samsung
account prior to using WatchON.
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1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
WatchON.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure and use WatchON.
Smart Remote
Smart Remote you to locate and watch programming on your TV and control your entertainment
system with gestures from the tablet.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Smart Remote.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
World Clock
View the date and time in any time zone.
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2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
World Clock. A map of the world displays with the
locations you have added flagged.
Touch
to add a city:
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Touch the Search cities field and enter the name of a city. Touch a city from the suggestions
listed.
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Touch and drag the screen to rotate the globe. Touch the toolbar to zoom in to display more
cities. Then touch to select a city.
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The current time for that city is displayed. To add this city to your list, touch
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4. Configure list options:
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To change the order of the cities, touch . Touch and drag
new position in the list. Touch Done to save changes.
on an entry to move it to a
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to delete entries. Touch the check box next to the cities you want to delete, then
touch Delete.
5. Touch and hold an entry for options:
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Delete: Remove the city from the list.
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DST settings: Set daylight savings time options for the city.
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Web and Data
The following topics address your tablet’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional
Your tablet’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network
through a variety of connections, including:
Internet
Your tablet’s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go,
using your tablet’s 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi data connections.
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and touch
Apps >
Internet.
Chrome
Use Chrome for Mobile to browse fast and sign in to bring your Chrome experience from your
computer, anywhere you go.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Chrome.
Lumen Toolbar
The Lumen Toolbar makes the mobile Web more social and more useful than ever before.
Extensions like Facebook, Twitter, Related Apps, Offers, Readability and many more allow you to
stay connected, find deals, browse apps and save browsed content for later – all without leaving the
page you’re currently on.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Lumen Toolbar.
Data Services (3G and 4G)
With your tablet and its wireless features, you are ready to start enjoying the advantages of data
services. The following topics will help you learn the basics of using data services, including
managing your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your tablet.
Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your tablet
is loading the requested service, the touchscreen keyboard may appear unresponsive when in fact it
is functioning properly. Allow the tablet some time to process your data usage request.
Your Data Services User Name
When you buy your tablet and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name, which
is typically based on your name and a number.
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Find Your User Name
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > About device.
2. Touch Status, and then find your user name.
4G Services
Your tablet supports 4G LTE. 4G is a service that must be included in your service plan and also
available in your area. 4G coverage is currently available in only certain markets.
Note: If 4G service is not available in your location, the 4G icon will not appear in the Notifications
area.
Not all services are available on 4G and coverage may default to 3G/separate network where 4G
unavailable.
Depending on which icons appear in the Notifications area, your services and features will change.
The following table indicates what functions and features are available when combinations of these
service icons appear:
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Description
3G Coverage: The tablet is connected to a 3G network. When data is being
transferred, the arrows are colored.
4G Coverage: The tablet is connected to a 4G network. When data is being
transferred, the arrows are colored.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your tablet’s Wi-Fi
features, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot.”
The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including
infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
Turning on Wi-Fi allows your tablet to discover and connect to compatible in-range Wi-Fi networks
(or WAPs - wireless access points).
When Wi-Fi is turned On, your tablet will notify you of available Wi-Fi networks, and you can connect
to the Wi-Fi networks. Turn Wi-Fi Off when not in use, to conserve battery power.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On or Off.
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Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications. Drag down from the top of the screen,
then touch the Wi-Fi button.
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On.
3. Wi-Fi automatically begins scanning for available networks. Scan to begin a new scan.
4. The network names and security settings (Open network or Secured with xxx) of detected Wi-Fi
networks are displayed.
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When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network.
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When you select a secured network, you will need to enter the wireless password to connect
to the network. Enter the password and touch Connect. You can use the show password
option to display the password as you enter it.
Manually Add a New Wi-Fi Connection
1.
> Settings.
Press
and then touch
2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On.
3. Touch Add Wi-Fi network.
4. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of your Wi-Fi network.
5. Touch the Security field and select a security option. This must match the current security
setting on your target network.
6. Touch Connect to store the new information and connect to the Wi-Fi network.
Note: The next time your tablet detects a known Wi-Fi network, it will connect automatically. You
won't need to enter the details again unless you reset your tablet's settings.
Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or
hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. For example, your tablet can use Wi-Fi Direct
to share photos, contacts and other content with other Wi-Fi Direct devices.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On. Wi-Fi must be On to configure Wi-Fi Direct
settings.
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3. Touch Wi-Fi Direct. Your tablet automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices, or you can
touch Scan to begin a new scan.
4. After scanning for devices, select a device, then follow the prompts to complete the connection.
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Touch Multi-connect to create a connection to devices that support multi-connect. Touch Scan
to search for available multi-connect devices, then select the devices and follow the prompts to
complete the connection.
Note: Touch
> to Help to get additional information about Wi-Fi Direct.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a
number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled
handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. The Bluetooth communication range is
usually approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
The following procedures will guide you through turning on and turning off Bluetooth.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings.
2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on and off through the Notifications panel. Drag the Notifications
panel down and touch Bluetooth to enable or disable Bluetooth.
Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a
wireless device is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.
Pairing with a Bluetooth Device
Pairing initiates a connection between your tablet and the target device, usually by using a passcode
or PIN. After pairing, your tablet and the target device recognize each other and exchange
information without having to enter a passcode or PIN.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable, so that your tablet can find it. Refer to the
instructions that came with the target device to find out how to set it to discoverable mode.
4. Touch Scan. Your tablet will start to scan for Bluetooth devices within range.
5. When you see the name of the target device displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, touch
the name. Your tablet then automatically tries to pair with the target device.
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The pairing and connection status is displayed below the target device in the Bluetooth devices
section. When you are connected to the target device, (Bluetooth connected) displays in the
status bar.
Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display
and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible
with all Bluetooth-compatible devices.
Reconnect to a Bluetooth Device
When you have paired your tablet with another device, you should be able to reconnect it
automatically by turning on Bluetooth on your tablet.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable.
4. Touch the target device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section.
5. If prompted to enter a passcode, try 0000 or 1234, or consult the target device’s documentation
to find the passcode.
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Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device
Follow these instructions to disconnect or unpair your tablet from a Bluetooth device.
Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
3. Touch the connected device, and then touch OK to disconnect.
Unpair from a Bluetooth Device
You can make your tablet forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device. To connect to
the other device again, you may need to enter or confirm a passcode again.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
3.
In the Bluetooth devices section, touch
next to the device, and then touch Unpair.
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Send Information Using Bluetooth
You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your tablet and another Bluetooth-enabled
device such as a tablet or notebook computer. The first time you transfer information between your
tablet and another device, you need to enter or confirm a security passcode. After that, your tablet
and the other device are paired, and you will not need to exchange passcodes to transfer information
in the future.
You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to:
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Images and videos
Calendar events
Contacts
Audio files
The location where the information is saved depends on the type of information and the receiving
device.
1. Set the receiving device to discoverable mode. You may also need to set it to “Receive Beams”
or “Receive Files”. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on receiving information
over Bluetooth.
2. On the tablet, open the application that contains the information or file you want to send. For
example, if you want to send a photo, press
and touch
>
Gallery.
3. Follow the steps for the type of item you want to send:
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Photo or video (in Camera). After capturing a photo, on the preview screen, touch
>
Bluetooth.
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Photos and videos (in Gallery). On the Albums tab, touch an album, touch an item, and
then touch > Bluetooth.
Calendar event: In the Calendar’s Day view, Agenda view, or Week view, touch the event
and then touch > Share via > Bluetooth.
Music track: This feature is available through the Music Player. With the track displayed on
the Now playing screen, touch > ViaBluetooth.
4. Touch the name of the receiving device.
5. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving device, and enter the same passcode on
both your tablet and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode.
Receive Information Using Bluetooth
Your tablet is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including photos, music
tracks, and documents such as PDFs.
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1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
3. Touch the check box next to your tablet's Bluetooth name to make it discoverable.
4. On the sending device, send one or more files to your tablet. Refer to the device’s documentation
for instructions on sending information over Bluetooth.
5. If prompted, enter the same passcode on both your tablet and the other device, or confirm the
auto-generated passcode. A Bluetooth authorization request is displayed on your tablet.
6. If you want to automatically receive files from the sending device in future, select the Always
allow this device check box.
When a file is transferred, a notification is displayed. Touch Accept. To open the file immediately,
slide down the notifications panel, and then touch the relevant notification.
When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type.
Bluetooth Settings
Memory Card
You can install an optional microSD™ memory card (not included), to add storage for images,
videos, music, documents, and other files on your tablet. This tablet supports microSD™,
microSDHC™, and microSDXC™ cards of up to 64GB capacity.
Install a Memory Card
Use the following procedures to install an optional memory card (not included) in your tablet.
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. 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.
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Remove a Memory Card
Use the following procedures to remove an optional installed memory card (not included) from your
tablet.
Important! When you need to remove an optional installed memory card, you must unmount the
card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Storage.
2. Touch Unmount SD card, then touch OK.
3. Open the Memory Card Slot cover and turn to expose the slot.
4. Gently press in on the memory card so that it pops out from the slot, then carefully pull the card
out.
5. 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.
View the Memory Card’s Available Memory
Use the following procedure to view used and available memory on an optional installed memory
card (not included).
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and touch
> Settings > Storage.
Format a Memory Card
Formatting permanently removes all files stored on an optional installed memory card (not included).
Note: The formatting procedure erases all the data on an installed card, after which the files cannot
be retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format a
card.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Storage.
2. Touch Format SD card > Format SD card > Delete all.
Unmount a Memory Card
When you need to remove an optional installed memory card, you must unmount the card first to
prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card.
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1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Storage.
2. Touch Unmount SD card, then touch OK.
Kies via Wi-Fi
Kies via Wi-Fi allows you to sync your Windows PC wirelessly with your tablet provided they are
both on the same Wi-Fi network. You can view and share videos, photos, music, bookmarks,
ringtones, and even send SMS messages from your PC.
Note: To sync your tablet to your PC it is highly recommended that you install Samsung Kies, which
1. Install and run Samsung Kies software on your PC.
2.
Press
and touch
> Settings > More settings > Kies via Wi-Fi.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
From your tablet, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to
connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network.
Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Connection
Depending on the type of VPN, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security
certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network. You can get this information
from your network administrator.
To connect to a VPN, you must have Mobile data enabled, or your tablet must be connected to a Wi-
Fi network. For information about setting up and using these connections on your tablet, see Mobile
Set a Screen Lock
Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your tablet by unauthorized
users. Pattern, PIN, or password screen locks provide sufficient security to set up trusted credential
storage.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings.
2. Touch Lock screen > Screen lock.
3. Choose a screen lock, from Pattern, PIN, or Password.
Add a VPN
The following procedures outline the method to use when adding a VPN connection.
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1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > More settings > VPN.
2. Touch Add, and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add. The information you
may need to enter includes Name, Type, Server address, and other information for your VPN
network. Consult your network administrator for more details.
3. When finished, touch Save.
Connect to a VPN
The following describes how to connect to a VPN.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > More settings > VPN.
2. In the VPNs section, touch a VPN.
3. Follow the prompts to enter your login credentials and connect. When you are connected, the
VPN connected icon appears in the Status bar.
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Camera and Video
Your tablet has a built-in camera and camcorder.
Camera
Use the Camera to take and share pictures and videos.
Take Pictures
Launch the Camera app to take pictures.
Important
Do not take photos of people without their permission.
Do not take photos in places where cameras are not allowed.
Do not take photos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Camera.
Slide the Camera Mode button to
.
3. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your picture by aiming the lens at the subject. You
can rotate the tablet to any position, and the screen controls rotate to make taking pictures easy.
4. As you compose a picture, the Camera automatically focuses the shot. You can also:
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“Pinch” or “stretch” the screen, or press the Volume Key, to zoom in or out.
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5. To take the picture, touch the Capture button.
Record Videos
Use the Camera to record video.
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Important
Do not take videos of people without their permission.
Do not take videos in places where cameras are not allowed.
Do not take videos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Camera.
Slide the Camera Mode button to
.
3. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your video by aiming the lens at the subject. You can
rotate the tablet to any position, and the screen controls rotate to make video recording easy.
4.
Touch
Record to begin recording.
While recording, you can use these options:
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“Pinch” or “spread” the screen to zoom in or out.
Touch the Pause button to temporarily stop recording.
Touch the Stop button to stop recording.
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Camera Settings
Set options for the Camera.
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2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Camera.
Touch
Settings to configure options:
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Edit shortcuts: Customize your settings shortcuts.
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GPS tag: Set the GPS tag on or off.
Self-portrait: Switch to the front-facing camera and take a photo of yourself (Camera
mode only).
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Self-recording: Switch to the front-facing camera and record a video of yourself (Video
camera mode only).
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Shooting mode: Choose a shooting mode (Camera mode only).
Recording mode: Choose a Recording mode (Video camera mode only).
Effects: Apply an effect to photos.
Scene mode: Choose a mode to match the kind of pictures you want to take.
Brightness: Use the slider to set the brightness value.
Timer: Set a delay time to wait between touching the Camera button and taking a photo.
Resolution: Choose a size for the photo.
White balance: Set the light source.
Metering: Select a method for measuring light.
Guidelines: Enable or disable an on-screen grid to aid in photo composition.
Contextual filename: When enabled, filenames include GPS information. GPS tag
must be enabled to use contextual filenames.
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Voice control: Touch to access voice control settings, for using voice commands to take
pictures and record video.
Storage: Set whether to store your photos on your tablet or on your memory card, if one
is installed.
Reset: Set all Camera settings to the defaults.
Gallery
Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you’ve taken with your
tablet’s camera, downloaded, or copied to an optional memory card (not included).
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For pictures stored on an optional memory card, you can do basic editing such as rotating and
cropping. You can also set a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share pictures with
your friends.
While viewing pictures in the Gallery, scroll up the screen to view more albums. Simply touch an
album to view the photos or videos in that album.
If you have pictures or videos stored on an optional memory card (not included), they will be
displayed in the folders they are stored in, and folders are treated as albums. The folder names will
be used as the album names. If you have downloaded any photos and videos, these will be placed in
the All downloads album.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Browse files stored in your tablet’s memory, or on an optional installed memory card (not
included). From the main Gallery screen, you have these options:
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Touch a picture or video to display it in full screen view.
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Touch the menu in the toolbar to display files by Albums, All, Time, Locations, People,
Favorites, or Spiral.
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to create a new album to organize photos and videos.
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Touch
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to launch the Camera.
for options (options vary depending on the view):
Select album/Select item: Depending on the view, touch albums or items to select
them. After selection, you can touch
item.
again for options you can use with the selected
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Slideshow: Choose options to create a slideshow for viewing your pictures and videos.
Sort by oldest/latest: Sort items by date.
Content to display: Select which content to display. Options are All content, Content
in device, Content in Dropbox, Content in Facebook, and Content in Picasa.
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Scan for nearby devices: Scan for Wi-Fi devices to share photos and videos with.
Settings: Configure Gallery settings.
Help: Get help using Gallery.
View Photos and Videos
You can browse the photos and videos, and then touch a photo or video to view it in full screen.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Touch a thumbnail to view the photo or video. While viewing, you can use these options:
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Select device: Send the photo or video to a nearby device (photos only).
Share via: Choose an option for sharing the photo or video. Options include Group
Play, Add to Dropbox, Bluetooth, Email, Flipboard, Gmail, Google+, Hangouts, Picasa, or
Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube
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Edit the photo using Photo Editor (available for download from Samsung Apps).
Trim: Remove the beginning and ending frames of a video.
Delete: Delete the photo or video.
Favorite: Mark the video as a Favorite (videos only)
3. Touch
for more options:
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Edit: Edit the photo using Photo Editor (available for download from Samsung Apps).
Favorites: Mark the photo or video as a favorite.
Slideshow: View a slideshow of your photos and videos.
Photo frame: Add a decorative frame to the photo.
Photo note: Write a note on the ‘back’ of the photo.
Copy to clipboard: Place the photo on the clipboard for pasting into other apps.
Print: Print the photo to any Samsung printer (not included).
Rename: Rename the photo or video.
Buddy photo share: Share the photo with people tagged in the photo.
Rotate left: Rotate the photo 90 degree to the left.
Rotate right: Rotate the photo 90 degree to the right.
Crop: Crop the photo.
Set as: Set the photo as a Contact photo, or as wallpaper for the Home screen and Lock
screen.
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Details: View file details about the photo or video.
Settings: Configure Gallery settings:
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SNS data management: Enable Sync only via Wi-Fi to only sync photos and videos
when connected to a Wi-Fi network.
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Tags: Enable Tagbuddy and Face tag. Tag buddy identifies each photo with
information such as the weather, location, people in the photo, or date created. Face tag
scans each photo to detect people’s faces, which you can then tag with their name.
Sound & shot: Play the recorded sound when viewing pictures taken in Sound and &
shot mode.
Zoom In or Out on a Photo
There are two ways you can zoom in or out of a photo.
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out.
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Working with Photos
You can touch and hold on a photo to open a selection menu and choose what to do with it. You can
choose to delete the photo, rotate or crop it, and more.
Rotate and Save a Photo
To rotate or save your photo, follow the below procedures.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Touch an image to display the picture.
3. Touch
> Rotate left or Rotate right.
Crop a Photo
The crop your photos, follow the below procedures.
1.
Press
2. Touch an image to view your picture.
3. Touch > Crop.
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear,
drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box.
5. To move the crop box to the part of the photo that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the
desired position.
6. Touch Done to apply the changes to the picture.
The cropped picture is saved along with the original copy in your default storage location.
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Share Photos and Videos
The Gallery application lets you send photos and videos using Gmail or email. You can share photos
on your social networks (such as Facebook, Picasa, and Twitter) and share videos on YouTube.
You can also send them to another device or your computer using Bluetooth.
Send Photos or Videos by Gmail or Email
You can send several photos, videos, or both in an Gmail or email message. They are added as file
attachments in your email.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Touch the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share.
3. Touch the photos or videos you want to send.
4.
Touch the screen and then touch
> Gmail or Email.
Message.
Note: If you selected Email and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be
used.
Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth
You can select several photos, videos, or both and send them to someone’s device or your computer
using Bluetooth.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Touch the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send.
3. Select the photos or videos you want to send.
4.
Touch the screen and then touch
> Bluetooth.
In the next few steps, you’ll be asked to turn on Bluetooth on your tablet and connect to the receiving
Share Photos or Videos on Google+
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Touch the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send.
3. Touch the photo or video you want to send.
4.
Touch the screen and then touch
> Google+.
5. Follow the prompts to share the photo or video.
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Share Photos on Picasa
You need to be signed in to a Google Account to upload pictures to the Picasa photo organizing
service.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Touch the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share.
3. Select the photos you want to share.
4.
Touch the screen and then touch
> Picasa.
5. Select the online album where you want to upload the pictures.
Share Videos on YouTube
You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube. Before you do this, you must create a
YouTube account and sign in to that account on your tablet.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Gallery.
2. Touch the album that contains the videos you want to share.
3. Select the video you want to share.
4.
Touch the screen and then touch
> YouTube.
5. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option.
6. Touch Upload.
Video Player
The Video Player application plays video files stored on your tablet, or on an optional installed
memory card (not included).
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Video Player.
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Tools and Calendar
Learn how to use many of your tablet’s productivity-enhancing features.
Alarm
Use Alarm to remind yourself of important events.
Create an Alarm
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Alarm.
Touch , and then enter information for the alarm.
3. Touch Save to store the new alarm event.
Delete an Alarm
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Alarm.
2. Touch and hold an alarm, and then touch Delete.
Calculator
Your tablet comes with a built-in calculator.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Calculator.
2. Enter numbers by touching the on-screen keyboard. Touch C to clear all numbers.
Calendar
Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps
organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization
settings, your tablet’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync
calendar, and Outlook calendar.
Add an Event to the Calendar
Add events to your Calendar to help you organize your time and remind you of important events.
Note: To synchronize calendar events among your Google and Corporate accounts, make sure
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Calendar.
2. Double-touch a day on the calendar. Touch Add event.
3. Touch Tap to enter title and enter a title for the event.
4. Touch the Calendar field to assign the new event to an account, or save it to the tablet.
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5. Touch Save to save the event now, or touch Edit event details to enter more information:
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From/To: Select a time for the event by touching the corresponding fields and adjusting the
month, day, and year.
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View in Calendar: View the event in your calendar.
Repeat: Select a recurrence schedule for the event.
Reminder: Select an alarm time.
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Location: Enter a location for the event, or touch
to select the location on a map.
Description: Enter a description for the event.
Images: Add an image from the Gallery or take a new picture.
6. Touch Save to save the new event.
Add a Task to the Calendar
Add tasks to your Calendar to help you organize your time and remind you of important activities.
Note: To synchronize calendar tasks among your Google and Corporate accounts, make sure they
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Calendar.
2. Double-touch a day on the calendar. Touch Add task.
3. Touch Tap to enter title and enter a name for the task.
4. Touch the Calendar field to assign the new task to an account, or save it to the tablet.
5. Touch Save to save the task now, or touch Edit task details to enter more information:
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Due Date: Select a due date for the task by touching the corresponding fields and adjusting
the month, day, and year.
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Reminder: Select an alarm time.
Priority: Set the task’s priority to High, Medium, or Low.
Description: Enter a description for the task.
Images: Add an image from the Gallery or take a new picture.
6. Touch Save to save the new task.
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View Events
The following procedure helps you view your calendar events.
1.
2.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Calendar.
If desired, change the calendar view by touching
and selecting a view.
3. Touch the day for which you would like to view events. (Your tablet lists events in chronological
order.)
4. To display an event’s details, touch it from the current screen.
Delete Events
The following procedures show you how to delete your calendar events.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Calendar.
2. In any Calendar view, touch and hold the event, then touch Delete event.
– or –
While viewing the event, touch
> Delete.
Downloads
The Downloads application allows you to manage files you download to your tablet.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Downloads.
Note: Apps you download from Google Play Store are managed with the Play Store application,
and do not display in Downloads.
Dropbox
Dropbox works to provide access to your desktop files directly from your tablet. This app allows you
to bring your files with you when you're on the go, edit files in your Dropbox from your tablet, upload
photos and videos to Dropbox, and share your selected files freely with family and friends.
The app works in conjunction with a partner program placed on a target computer using an active
Internet connection.
Dropbox creates a folder that automatically synchronizes its contents across all of your connected
devices on your account. Update a file to your Dropbox on your computer, and it’s automatically
updated to the same folder on your other devices.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Dropbox.
2. Follow the prompts to set up and use Dropbox.
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Manually Upload a Picture to Dropbox
Follow the below procedures to manually upload pictures to the Dropbox app.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Camera.
2. After the image is taken, touch the Image Viewer box at the bottom right. This previews the
current image.
3. Touch the image to reveal the image options at the top of the screen.
4.
Touch
> Add to Dropbox, select a folder location, and touch Add.
Note: If your share folder is located on your computer, you will momentarily receive an on-screen
popup notifying you that a new image was uploaded to your shared Dropbox folder.
Google Search
Use Google Search to search the Internet.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Google.
Google Settings
Use Google Settings to manage your Google apps and account settings.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Google Settings.
Polaris Office
Polaris Office is a Microsoft Office compatible office suite. The application provides a central place
for managing your documents online or offline. The application can also open Adobe PDF (Portable
Document Format) files.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Polaris Office.
2. Follow the prompts to set up and use Polaris Office.
Tip: For information on using Polaris Office, touch
Menu > Help.
Help
Help provides online information to help with your questions.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
Help.
Memo
The Memo application allows you to create and share text memos.
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1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Memo.
2. Touch an memo to view or edit it. For more information on editing memos, see Create a New
Memo.
3.
Touch
List to view your memos as a list. Touch
Thumbnails to view your memos as
thumbnails.
4.
To delete one or more memos, touch
Delete, select one or all memos, and touch Delete.
5. From the S Memo screen, touch
to access the following options:
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Share text via: Send memos’ texts to others using Dropbox, Bluetooth, Email, Flipboard,
Gmail, Google, Google+, Hangouts, or Wi-Fi Direct.
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Share via: Send memo files to others as Text files (.vnt) or Memo files (.snb).
Print: Print memo(s) via Wi-Fi to a compatible Samsung printer (not included).
Import: Import memo(s) from Google Docs.
Export: Export a memo to Google Docs or to My Files.
Settings: Manage your Samsung account and Google Docs account.
Create a New Memo
Follow the steps below to create a new memo or expand or reply to an existing memo.
1.
2.
Press
Touch
and touch
Apps >
Memo.
to create a new memo.
to access the following options:
3. Touch
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Color: Change the background color of the memo.
Lock: Make the memo private by adding password protection.
Print: Print memo(s) via Wi-Fi to a compatible Samsung printer (not included).
Share text via: Send the memo’s text to others using Dropbox, Bluetooth, Email, Flipboard,
Gmail, Google, Google+, Hangouts, or Wi-Fi Direct.
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4. When you are finished creating your memo, touch Save.
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My Files
My files allows you to manage your manage sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files,
and files stored on your tablet, or on an optional installed memory card (not included). You can open
a file if the associated app is already on your tablet.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
My Files.
2. The following folders display:
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SD memory card: View all of the files saved to an optional installed memory card (not
included).
Note: Different folders may appear depending on how your tablet is configured.
S Translator
Easily translate words and phrases, either spoken or in text.
Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be logged in to your Samsung account
application.
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Press
and touch
Apps >
S Translator.
S Voice
Your tablet’s S Voice is a voice recognition application used to activate a wide variety of functions on
your tablet. This is a natural language recognition application.
This goes beyond the Google Search Voice Actions feature that simply recognizes Google
commands and search terms. You can ask it questions (Is it raining in Dallas?) or give it commands
(Show me where to find cheap gas).
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
S Voice.
2. Navigate through the following on-screen tutorial screens by reading the information and
touching Next, or touch Skip to continue without reading the information.
3. Wake up the application by repeating the phrase “Hi Galaxy.”
Note: The wake-up command/phrase can be changed from “Hi Galaxy” to anything else.
4. Touch the Speak button if the tablet does not hear you or to give it a command.
Voice Search
Perform a Google search by speaking your search criteria.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Voice Search.
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2. Follow the prompts to use Voice Search.
Samsung Apps
Connect to Samsung Apps and make your tablet even smarter. Simply and easily download an
abundance of applications to your tablet such as games, news, reference, social networking,
navigation, and more.
Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be logged in to your Samsung account
application.
1.
Press
and touch
Apps >
Samsung Apps.
2. Follow the on-screen download and installation instructions.
VPN Client
VPN Client provides support for accessing VPN gateways.
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and touch
Apps >
VPN Client.
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Settings
The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your tablet’s Settings
menus.
Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your tablet’s Wi-Fi,
you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot.”
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On. Wi-Fi must be On to configure settings.
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Touch Add Wi-Fi network to connect to a new Wi-Fi network.
Touch Scan to begin searching for available Wi-Fi networks.
Touch Wi-Fi Direct to connect to other Wi-Fi Direct devices.
3. Touch
to configure these settings:
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Network notification: Send a notification when an open Wi-Fi network is available.
Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data for data
communications, when the tablet goes to sleep (when the backlight goes out). This
setting can affect data usage, since the data connection will remain active even when the
tablet screen is off.
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Auto network switch: Auto switch between Wi-Fi networks and mobile networks.
Wi-Fi timer: Automatically connect or disconnect from a Wi-Fi network, using the
Starting time and Ending times you set.
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MAC address: View your tablet’s MAC address, needed for connecting to some
secured networks. (Not configurable)
IP address: View your tablet’s IP address. (Not configurable)
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WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other
equipment.
WPN PIN entry: (Not configurable) View the PIN used by your tablet to set up a PIN-
secured connection to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment.
Help: Get help using Wi-Fi.
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Hotspot
Use your tablet as an Internet Access Point (AP) using Hotspot. This allows other devices
(maximum of 8) to connect to the AP via a Wi-Fi network—giving the connected devices access to
the Internet.
Connect a Device
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Hotspot.
2. Touch OFF/ON to enable Hotspot.
3. On the target device, activate Wi-Fi. Then scan for Wi-Fi hotspots. Select the name of your table
to connect.
4. On your tablet, follow the prompts to connect the target device.
Bluetooth Settings
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a
number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled
handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth On. Bluetooth must be On to configure
settings.
3. From the Bluetooth screen, configure these settings:
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tablet is visible, other devices can find your tablet during a scan. Your tablet remains visible
for the period of time set in the Visibility timeout setting.
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Touch a paired device to connect to it, or touch
beside a device to change its settings.
Touch Scan to search for visible Bluetooth devices. After searching, touch a device to pair
with it.
4. Touch
for more settings:
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Visibility timeout: Set the length of time your tablet is visible to other devices when you turn
on visibility.
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Received files: View files transferred to your tablet via Bluetooth.
Help: View information about using Bluetooth.
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Data Usage Settings
Monitor data usage, and control your tablet’s connection to mobile data service.
Note: Data is measured by your tablet. Your service provider may account for data usage
differently.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch Data usage to configure options:
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Mobile data: Enable or disable Mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data via the
Notification Panel.
Limit mobile data usage: When enabled, your mobile data connection will be disabled
when the specified limit is reached. After enabling the setting, drag the red limit line on the
graph below to set the data usage limit.
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usage reaches the warning limit you set. After enabling the setting, drag the orange warning
line on the graph below to set the data usage warning limit.
Data usage cycle: Touch the menu, and then choose a time period for data usage. Data
usage for the period displays on the graph, along with usage by application below.
3. Touch
to set other options:
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Data roaming: Allow your tablet to use mobile data when roaming. Additional charges may
apply. See your service plan for details.
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Restrict background data: Your tablet is capable of connecting to the network in the
background, for synchronization or other services. When enabled, background connections
will not occur.
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Auto sync data: When enabled, your tablet will synchronize with accounts automatically, at
any time.
Show Wi-Fi usage: When turned On, a separate tab displays data usage while connected
to Wi-Fi.
Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps
from using these networks, and you can configure apps to warn you before using these
networks for large downloads.
More Settings
The More settings menu provides additional wireless and network options.
Airplane Mode
Enabling Airplane mode turns off data network features. It also turns off other connectivity
features—such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
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While in airplane mode, you can use other features of your tablet, such as playing music, watching
videos, or other applications.
To use Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when Airplane mode is enabled, turn them on in Settings or on the
Notifications panel. While in Airplane mode, the
icon displays in the Status bar.
> Settings > More settings.
1.
Press
and then touch
2. Touch the check box next to Airplane mode to enable or disable the option.
Mobile Networks
Control your tablet’s access to networks, including mobile data service.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > More settings > Mobile networks.
2. Configure options:
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Mobile data: When enabled, your tablet connects to the mobile data network.
Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode.
Connections optimizer: When enabled, helps you manage and enhance your data
experience by finding and connecting to remembered Wi-Fi networks on your tablet, and, if
applicable, to 4G network service.
Tethering
Share your tablet’s mobile data connection via USB or Bluetooth.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > More settings > Tethering.
2. Configure options:
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Touch Bluetooth tethering to share your mobile data connection via Bluetooth.
Touch Help for more information about tethering.
VPN
Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPN).
Note: VPN settings include storage of login credentials on your tablet. You must configure a screen
unlock pattern, PIN, or password before setting up a VPN.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > More settings.
2. Touch VPN > Add.
3. Enter information about the VPN:
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Select a VPN type from the Type drop-down menu.
Enter the Server address and any other required fields that are dependent upon the Type
you entered previously.
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Check PPP encryption (MPPE) if required.
Touch the Show advanced options to access additional VPN options.
4. Touch Save to save your VPN settings.
Roaming
Set options for roaming, network, and APNs.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > More settings.
2. Touch Roaming for options:
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Touch Roaming settings to enable data roaming (domestic and international). Additional
charges may apply. See your service plan for details.
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Touch Roaming guard to restrict data roaming (domestic and international).
Nearby Devices
Share files with devices using DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standards, over Wi-Fi.
To use Nearby devices, you must connect to the same Wi-Fi network as the devices you wish to
share with, and the other devices must support DLNA.
Note: Use care when enabling file sharing. When enabled, other devices can access data on your
tablet.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > More settings.
2. Touch Nearby devices to configure these options:
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Under Advanced, touch options to control how content is shared from your tablet:
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Shared contents: Choose the type of content to share, from Videos, Photos, or Music.
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Allowed devices list: View and manage a list of devices allowed to connect to your
tablet.
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Not-allowed devices list: View and manage a list of devices restricted from connecting
to your tablet.
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Device: Choose a location to save downloaded content.
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Upload from other devices: Choose how to handle incoming files from other devices.
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Kies via Wi-Fi
Use Kies via Wi-Fi to connect to the Kies program on your desktop computer.
Use Samsung’s Kies desktop software to transfer music, contacts, and photos, update software,
and sync wirelessly from your tablet or tablet.
Note: Your tablet, and the computer with the Kies application, must be connected to the same Wi-Fi
network.
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Press
and then touch
> Settings > More settings > Kies via Wi-Fi.
Blocking Mode
When Blocking mode is enabled, notifications for selected features are blocked, and you only
receive the notifications you choose. You can choose to block notifications by feature or contact, and
choose blocking all the time, or during a specific time period.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Blocking mode.
2. Touch the ON/OFF switch next to Blocking mode to enable or disable the setting. Blocking
mode must be enabled to configure options.
3. When Blocking mode is enabled, choose features to block:
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4. Set a time period for Blocking mode:
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To set a specific time period to block notifications each day, disable the Always option, and
then set a starting time (From field) and ending time (To field). Touch the time fields and
then set the time.
Driving Mode
When enabled, alarm and scheduled alarm information is read aloud.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Driving mode.
2. Touch the ON/OFF switch next to Driving mode to enable or disable the setting. Driving mode
must be enabled to configure options.
3. Touch the checkbox next to Alarm to have alarm information read aloud when the alarm
sounds.
4. Touch the checkbox next to Schedule to have scheduled alarm information read aloud when the
scheduled alarm sounds.
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Sound Settings
Use Sound settings to control your tablet’s audio, from ringtones and alerts to touch tones and
notifications.
Volume
You can adjust the volume settings to suit your needs and your environment.
Note: You can quickly adjust the system volume or the earpiece volume by pressing the Volume
Key.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Sound > Volume.
2. Touch and drag the on-screen sliders to assign volume level settings for:
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Notifications
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3. Touch OK to assign the volume levels.
Default Notification Sounds
Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Sound > Default notification sound.
2. Touch a ringtone to select it. When you touch ringtones, a sample plays.
3. Touch OK to assign the ringtone.
Touch Sounds
When Touch sounds is enabled, tones play when you touch or touch the screen to make selections.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Sound.
2. Touch the checkbox next to Touch sounds to enable or disable the option.
Screen Lock Sound
When Screen lock sound is enabled, tones play when you touch the screen to lock or unlock it.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Sound.
2. Touch the checkbox next to Screen lock sound to enable or disable the option.
Display Settings
Configure settings for your tablet’s display.
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Wallpaper
Customize the background of the Home and Lock screens. Choose from preloaded wallpapers or
select a photo you have downloaded or taken with the Camera.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display > Wallpaper.
2. Touch a screen to customize: Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
3. Choose a source for wallpaper:
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wallpaper.
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Live wallpapers: Select a moving scene for the background (Home screen only).
ID wallpapers: Select a wallpaper from the currently assigned ID pack (Home screen only).
Travel wallpaper: Display recommended destinations on your Lock screen (Lock screen
only).
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Notification Panel
Customize the Notification panel.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display > Notification panel.
2. Touch the check box next to Brightness adjustment to allow adjusting the screen brightness
via the Notification panel.
3. To set the quick setting buttons, touch and drag buttons from the Available buttons area to the
Notifications panel area. Touch Reset to revert back to the default layout.
Multi Window
Multi window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows.
You can enable Multi window in Settings, and then control whether it displays on the screen by
touching and holding on the
Back Key.
and then touch > Settings > Display.
1.
Press
2. Touch the check box next to Multi window to enable or disable the option.
Brightness
Adjust your screen’s brightness to suit your surroundings.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch Brightness to configure options:
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automatically.
To set a custom brightness level, clear the Automatic brightness checkmark and then touch
and drag the Brightness level slider.
3. Touch OK to save the settings.
Screen Timeout
Screen timeout lets you select how long the display screen remains lit after you press any key.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch Screen timeout, and then touch a time setting.
Daydream
Use Daydream to control what the screen displays when the tablet is docked or charging. Choose to
display Colors, Flipboard, or photos.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch the OFF/ON switch next to Daydream to enable/disable the feature.
3. Touch Daydream for options:
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Flipboard: Display content from Flipboard. Touch
Photo Table: Display pictures in a photo table. Touch
Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. Touch
to choose options.
to choose pictures.
to choose pictures.
4. Touch
for options:
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charging, or All.
Smart Screen
Customize your screen settings to make the screen more responsive and easier to use.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display > Smart screen.
2. Touch Smart stay to set the screen to stay on as long as you are looking at it.
3. Touch
Settings
> Help for more information.
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Font Style
You can set the font for all text that displays on the screen.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch Font style, and then choose a font.
Tip: To acquire additional font options, touch Get fonts online to access new fonts in the Google
Play Store.
Font Size
This option allows you to select the size of fonts for your tablet’s screens.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch Font size, and then choose a size.
Increase Legibility
Increase legibility and clarity of text.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch Increase legibility to enable or disable the option.
Show Battery Percentage
When Display battery percentage is enabled, the percentage of remaining battery power displays
beside the battery icon in the Status bar.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Display.
2. Touch Show battery percentage to enable the option.
Storage
Manage the use of memory resources in your tablet’s memory, and on an optional installed memory
card (not included).
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Storage.
2. View information about memory usage, and for other options:
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Device memory: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on your
tablet’s memory. Touch an item for more information.
SD card: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on an optional
installed memory card (not included).
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Total space: Display the total amount of usable space on the memory card. This option
is only available if an optional memory card is installed and mounted.
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Available space: Display the amount of free space on the memory card. This option is
only available if an optional memory card is installed and mounted.
Mount SD card: Prepare the memory card for use as storage in the tablet. This option is
only available if an memory card is installed, and is not already mounted. Normally, your
tablet mounts a memory card as soon as you install it.
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Unmount SD card: Prepare an installed memory card for safe removal or formatting.
Format SD card: Permanently remove all content from an installed memory card. After
formatting, the content cannot be retrieved.
Power Saving Mode
Configure Power saving mode settings to conserve battery power.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch Power saving mode to configure options:
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Touch ON/OFF to turn Power saving mode On or Off. Power saving mode must be turned
On to configure settings.
CPU power saving: When enabled, the maximum performance of the tablet’s CPU
(Central Processing Unit) is disabled to conserve battery power. Touch the check box next to
the option to enable or disable it.
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Screen power saving: When enabled, the frame refresh rate and brightness level are
reduced to conserve power. Touch the check box next to the option to enable or disable it.
Note: Touch Learn about Power saving mode to view information about these settings.
Power Saving Tips
Active applications, light levels, Bluetooth usage, and GPS functionality all act to drain your battery.
The following is a list of helpful tips that can help conserve your battery power:
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Reduce your backlight time.
Turn Bluetooth off when not in use.
Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use.
Turn 4G data service off when not in use
Turn off GPS location services when not needed. Most applications using this function will
periodically query the GPS satellites for your current location; each query drains your battery.
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Do not wait until your battery is completely depleted before charging your tablet. Repeating this
process of a complete discharge and recharge can over time reduce the storage capacity of any
battery.
Turn off Automatic application sync.
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Check the Battery settings to review features or functions that have been consuming your
battery power.
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Check the Running Services and close any unnecessary applications.
Animated wallpapers use an increased amount of power and memory. Change your Live
Wallpaper to a non-animated Wallpaper gallery or Gallery image.
Battery Settings
Your tablet is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It allows you to recharge your battery
before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 8.7 hours of continuous digital talk time.
When the battery level becomes critically low, the tablet plays a tone, displays a critical charge icon
in the Status bar. If you continue using the tablet without charging, the tablet will turn off
automatically when the charge level becomes too low to continue operating.
Use the battery settings menu to view apps or processes that are using battery power.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Battery.
2. Touch each process to view additional details.
Application Manager
You can download and install applications from the Google Play Store or Samsung Apps and install
them on your tablet. Use Application manager to manage applications on your tablet.
Warning! Because this tablet can be configured with system software not provided by or supported
by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk.
Manage Applications
Use the Application manager menu to quickly erase selected content and uninstall third-party
applications stored in your tablet.
Clear an application’s cache
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Application manager.
2. Touch the Downloaded tab, SD Card tab, Running tab, or All tab to view the status of apps
and services. Touch an app or service for more information, and for app options such as
stopping and uninstalling.
Running Services
This service efficiently manages power consumption and processor/memory resources. Processes
can be stopped until the tablet is restarted.
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Stop a currently running service
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Application manager.
2. Touch the Running tab, touch a running service, and then touch Stop.
3. Read the Stop system service? dialog and touch OK.
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Third-party Task Manager applications are also available from the Google Play Store.
Note: You can also access Task manager by pressing and holding
, then touch
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Memory Use
View storage used by currently running applications.
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Press
and then touch
> Settings > Application manager. The bottom of the
screen displays the amount of RAM used by all running services.
Users
Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User accounts. Users have their own space, which
they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and so on. Users can also adjust tablet settings
like Wi-Fi that affect everyone.
Add a New User
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and then touch
> Settings > Users.
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Touch Add user.
If the new User is able to set up their space now, touch Set up now. (Touching Not now will
create an empty User space which can be modified later.)
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Follow the prompts to set up the tablet with the new User’s preferences. For more information,
Location Services
Control apps’ access to your location, and configure location sources. Some apps may require one
or more location services be turned On for full app functionality. GPS signals may be affected by your
surroundings, including:
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Tunnels or underground structures
Weather conditions
High-voltage or electromagnetic fields
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To set location services:
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Location services.
2. Touch the check box next to Access to my location to allow apps that have asked your
permission to use your location information.
3. Configure these options:
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Use GPS satellites: Obtain location information from GPS satellites.
Use wireless networks: Obtain location information from Wi-Fi and/or wireless networks.
My places: Save your favorite locations for use with services that require location
information.
Lock Screen
Configure settings for locking the screen to improve security.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Lock screen > Screen lock.
2. Touch Screen lock to select a new screen lock. Then configure the options for that screen lock.
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Swipe: When enabled, you unlock the tablet by swiping your finger across the screen. This is
the default screen lock, and offers no security.
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Multiple widgets: Display multiple widgets on your Lock screen.
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Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message.
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Shortcuts: Add app shortcuts to the lock screen.
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Unlock effect: Show a ripple effect on the lock screen when you slide your finger over
the screen.
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Help text: Show help information on the Lock screen.
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Wake up in lock screen: Allows you to wake up the screen by speaking a command.
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Set wake-up command: Allows you to set a command to wake up the screen.
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Face unlock: When enabled, you unlock the tablet by looking at the screen. This option
offers low security, because someone who looks similar to you could unlock your tablet.
Touch the option for more information, and to set up Face unlock.
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Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message.
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Improve facial recognition: Have your face captured in different conditions.
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Presence check: Require a blink to unlock your tablet.
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Make pattern visible: Display the security pattern.
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Lock automatically: Screen will automatically lock 5 seconds after the screen turns off.
Lock instantly with power key: Instantly lock the tablet by pressing the Power/Lock
Key.
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Face and voice: When enabled, you unlock the tablet by looking at the screen and
speaking. This option offers low security, because someone who looks and/or sounds similar
to you could unlock your tablet. Touch the option for more information, and to set up Face
and voice unlock.
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Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message.
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Improve facial recognition: Have your face captured in different conditions.
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Presence check: Require a blink to unlock your tablet.
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Make pattern visible: Display the security pattern.
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Lock automatically: Screen will automatically lock 5 seconds after the screen turns off.
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Lock instantly with power key: Instantly lock the tablet by pressing the Power/Lock
Key.
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Pattern: When enabled, you draw a pattern, which you create, on the screen to unlock the
tablet. Touch the option, then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock
pattern.
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Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message.
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Make pattern visible: Display the security pattern.
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Lock automatically: Screen will automatically lock 5 seconds after the screen turns off.
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Lock instantly with power key: Instantly lock the tablet by pressing the Power/Lock
Key.
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PIN: When enabled, you enter a numeric PIN (Personal Identification Number), which you
create, to unlock the tablet. With PIN screen lock, you can also set the With swipe lock and
Lock screen options.
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Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message.
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Lock automatically: Screen will automatically lock 5 seconds after the screen turns off.
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Lock instantly with power key: Instantly lock the tablet by pressing the Power/Lock
Key.
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Password: When enabled, you enter an alphanumeric password, which you create, to
unlock the tablet.
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Lock screen widgets: Customize your clock and personal message.
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Lock automatically: Screen will automatically lock 5 seconds after the screen turns off.
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Lock instantly with power key: Instantly lock the tablet by pressing the Power/Lock
Key.
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None: Disable all screen lock settings.
Security Settings
This menu contains features that allow you to configure the tablet’s security parameters.
Encryption
After encryption, you must enter the PIN or password you set each time you turn on your tablet. You
can also encrypt information stored on an optional installed memory card (not included).
Encryption may take an hour or more to complete. Do not turn off the tablet during encryption.
Interrupting the encryption process may result in the loss of some or all data.
Before Encrypting Your Tablet
Important: Charge the battery to at least 80%, and plug the tablet into the charger to ensure that
the battery remains charged.
Note: Set a Screen lock password of at least 6 characters, including at least one number.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Security.
2. Touch Encrypt device to encrypt data stored in your tablet’s internal memory.
Make Passwords Visible
When enabled, password characters display briefly as you enter them.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Security.
2. Touch the check box next to Make passwords visible to enable or disable the option.
Device Administration
Some applications, such as Corporate email, may require you allow access to your tablet by device
administrators in certain circumstances, such as if your tablet is lost or stolen.
These applications enforce remote or local device security policies. Some of the features a device
administration application might control are:
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Setting the number of failed password attempts before the device is restored to factory settings.
Automatically locking the device.
Restoring factory settings on the device.
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Device Administrators
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Security.
2. Touch Device administrators and then perform these steps:
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Touch an account.
Review the device administration details for the account.
To remove administration from the account, touch Deactivate.
Unknown Sources
By default, you can only install apps from the Google Play Store. When Unknown sources is
enabled, you can install apps from other sources.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Security.
2. Touch the check box next to Unknown sources to enable or disable the option.
Verify Apps
When enabled, apps are examined before they are installed for any potential harm they might pose
to your tablet.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Security.
2. Touch the check box next to Verify apps to enable or disable the option.
Credential Storage
You can install credentials from an optional installed memory card (not included), and use the
Credential storage settings to allow applications to access the security certificates and other
credentials.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Security.
2. Touch an option:
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Trusted credentials: Display a list of credentials you’ve installed.
Install from device storage: Install encrypted certificates from an optional installed
memory card (not included).
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Clear credentials: Remove stored credentials and reset the password (only available when
credentials are installed).
Language and Input Settings
Use Language and input settings to choose a default language for your tablet’s operations, plus
settings for text entry and other inputs.
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Choose a Default Language
Choose the language for operating your tablet.
1.
Press
and touch > Settings > Language and input.
2. Touch Language to select a language.
Default Input Method
The following procedure allows you to select and set the default method to use when entering text.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Language and input.
2. Touch Default to select a text entry method.
Note: You can change the input method while you’re entering text. Swipe your finger down from the
status bar to display Notifications, and then touch Select input method.
Google Voice Typing
Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries. When you enable Google voice typing, it’s
available for use when you touch a field to enter text.
1.
2.
Press
Touch
and then touch
> Settings > Language and input.
beside Google voice typing to configure options:
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Choose input languages: Select language(s) to use for voice input, or choose Automatic
to let Google decide.
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Block offensive words: Hide recognized offensive words.
Download offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines,
to allow you to use voice input while not connected to the network, such as during Airplane
mode.
Samsung Keyboard
The Samsung Keyboard is an on-screen QWERTY keyboard, so you can enter text by “typing” on
the keyboard. Samsung keyboard is enabled by default, and you can choose options for using it.
1.
2.
Press
Touch
and then touch
> Settings > Language and input.
next to Samsung keyboard to configure these options:
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Input languages: Choose language(s) for use with Samsung keyboard. When you have
more than one language enabled, you can slide your finger on the space bar while entering
text to switch languages.
Predictive text: Touch the ON/OFF switch to turn predictive text On or Off. Predictive text
suggests words matching your text entries, and optionally, complete common words
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automatically. Touch Predictive text to configure options:
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Personalized data: When enabled, predictive text uses personal language data you
have entered to make better predictions.
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Learn from Facebook: Log into Facebook to allow your tablet to learn your Facebook
style.
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Learn from Gmail: Log into Gmail to allow your tablet to learn from your Gmail email.
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Learn from Twitter: Log into Twitter to allow your tablet to learn from your Twitter
postings.
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Learn from Contacts: Allow your tablet to learn from your Contacts entries.
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Clear remote data: Remove all anonymous data stored on the personalization server.
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Clear personal data: Remove all personalized data you have entered.
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SwiftKey Flow: Check to enter text by sliding your finger across the keys on the keyboard.
Cursor control: Check to enable moving the cursor by sliding your finger across the
keyboard.
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Key-tap sound: When enabled, a sound plays for your key touches.
Handwriting: Touch to configure options.
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Recognition type: Choose the type of handwriting recognition, from strokes, or
complete letters.
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Recognition time: Choose the length of time the keyboard waits to evaluate
handwriting gestures.
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Pen thickness: Choose the size of handwriting strokes on the screen.
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Pen color: Choose the color of handwriting strokes on screen.
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About: View information about Samsung keyboard handwriting.
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Auto capitalization: Automatically capitalize words in your text based on common
usage, such as at the beginning of sentences.
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Auto spacing: Insert spaces between words.
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Auto punctuate: Automatically enter a period and space to end a sentence when you
touch the space bar twice.
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Character preview: Characters available on the key you touch display briefly as you
enter text.
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Reset settings: Return settings to the defaults.
Swype Settings
Swype is a new way to enter text on touch screens. Instead of touching each key individually, use
your finger to trace over the letters of a word. For each word, place your finger on the first letter and
glide to the subsequent letters, lifting on the last letter.
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2.
Press
Touch
and then touch
> Settings > Language and input.
next to Swype to configure these options:
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Sound on keypress: Play sounds for your Swype touches.
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Show complete trace: Display the trace of each word until you start the next word.
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Auto-correction: Automatically correct typing mistakes.
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Auto-capitalization: Automatically capitalize the first word of sentences.
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Auto-spacing: Automatically insert spaces between words as you complete them.
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Next word prediction: Swype predicts the next word based on the previous word.
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Show Voice key: The Voice key is displayed on the Swype keyboard.
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My Words: Manage your personal dictionary and data usage.
Languages: Choose the current language for Swype, and download new languages.
Gestures: Learn about shortcuts you can use on the keyboard to quickly accomplish
common tasks.
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Help: Get additional information about using Swype.
Updates: Check for updates to Swype, and install them if desired.
Voice Search Settings
The Voice Search feature is a voice-activated application that allows you to tell the tablet what to
search for and then the tablet activates a Google search based on what you said.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Language and input.
2. Touch Voice search for these options:
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Language: Choose a language for voice searching.
Speech output: Choose options for speech output.
Block offensive words: Words many people find offensive are not shown in results of
Google voice searches. Offensive words are replaced in results with a placeholder (####).
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Hotword detection: Say “Google” to launch voice search.
Download offline speech recognition: Download speech recognition to enable voice
input while offline.
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Personalized recognition: Google uses your personalized information to improve speech
recognition (available when signed in to your Google account).
Google Account dashboard: Manage your collected data (available when signed in to
your Google account).
Bluetooth headset: Record audio through a Bluetooth headset (not included).
Text-to-Speech Options
Text-to-speech (TTS) provides audible readout of text.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Language and input.
2. Touch Text-to-speech options to configure:
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Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Google Text-to-
speech Engine. Touch to configure options.
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Speech rate: Choose a rate for text readouts.
Listen to an example: Play an example of speech used for readouts.
Pointer Speed
Adjust the speed of the pointer, when you use your finger to enter text.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Language and input.
2. Touch Pointer speed, and then drag the slider to set the pointer speed. Touch OK to save your
selection.
Cloud
Back up your personal data using Dropbox to sync your tablet’s content.
1.
Press
and touch
> Settings > Cloud.
2. Follow the prompts to create or sign into your Dropbox Account, and to backup your personal
data.
Back Up and Reset Settings
Set up a backup account on your tablet to save information from your tablet to the account, and
choose options for restoring data or resetting your tablet to the factory defaults.
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1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Backup and reset.
2. Configure options:
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Touch Back up my data to create a backup of your app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other
settings to Google servers.
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Touch Backup account to choose a Google account for backups.
Touch Automatic restore to allow your tablet to restore information from your backup
account when you reinstall an app.
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Touch Factory data reset to reset your tablet and sound settings to the factory default
settings.
Accounts Settings
When you set up accounts on your tablet, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, email or social
networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your tablet and the
account. Types of information you can synchronize include contacts, pictures, videos, and other
types of files.
Add an Account
Add an account to your tablet to share information between your tablet and the account.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Add account.
2. Choose a type of account, and then follow the prompts to enter your account credentials and
complete the account set up.
Voice Control
Use voice commands to control the Alarm, the Camera, and the Music Player.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Voice control.
2. Touch the OFF/ON switch to enable this option.
3. Touch Alarm to stop or snooze alarms with the voice commands Stop and Snooze.
4. Touch Camera to take pictures with voice commands such as Capture, Shoot, Smile, or
Cheese.
5. Touch Music to control the Music Player with the voice commands Next, Previous, Play, Pause,
Volume up, and Volume down.
Accessory Settings
Configure your tablet’s behavior when it is connected to an optional dock (not included).
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1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Accessory.
2. Configure these settings:
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Dock sound: When enabled, a sound plays when you insert and remove the tablet from the
dock.
Audio output mode: When enabled, audio plays through the dock speakers when the
tablet is docked.
Date and Time Settings
Your tablet obtains its time and date information by using the network-provided date, time, and time
zone. These values can be manually altered.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Date and time.
2. Touch Automatic date and time to disable the feature.
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If enabled, you cannot alter the date, time zone or time values.
3. Touch Set date. Adjust the date, month, and year. Touch Set when finished.
4. Touch Set time. Adjust the hour and minute. Touch Set when finished.
5. Touch Automatic time zone to disable the feature.
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If enabled, you cannot alter the time zone values.
6. Touch Select time zone, and then select a time zone from the on-screen list. Scroll down the list
to view additional time zones.
7. Touch Use 24-hour format to toggle between using a 12-hour or a 24-hour format.
8. Touch Select date format to select how the date information is displayed on your tablet. The
selected date format is also applied to the date displayed in the tablet’s Alarm Clock.
Accessibility Settings
Your tablet offers features to make using the tablet easier for those with certain physical disabilities.
Use Accessibility settings to configure these features.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings > Accessibility.
2. Configure these options:
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Autorotate screen: Enable automatic rotation of the screen when you rotate the tablet.
Screen timeout: Set a period of time for the screen to remain lit—after which it will dim and
lock.
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Lock automatically: Lock the screen in 5 seconds after screen automatically turns off. (This
option appears only when a screen lock is enabled.)
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Speak passwords: Read aloud password information.
Touch Show shortcut to display a shortcut to the Device options menu. The Device options
menu displays when you press and hold the
Power/Lock Key.
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Touch Manage accessibility to save your accessibility settings to a file, import settings from
a file, or share your settings with another device.
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Touch TalkBack to activate the TalkBack feature and configure options.
Touch Font size to change the size of the fonts used on the screen.
Touch Magnification gestures to control whether your tablet recognizes gestures to pan,
and zoom in or out.
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Touch Negative colors to reverse the display of on-screen colors from White text on a
Black background to Black text on a White background.
Touch Accessibility shortcut to control whether your tablet recognizes a gesture to quickly
enable accessibility features. To use the gesture, press and hold the Power/Lock Key until
you hear a sound or feel a vibration, then touch and hold two fingers on the screen until you
hear an audio confirmation.
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Touch Text-to-speech options to configure options for converting text to speech. For more
Touch Enhance web accessibility to choose whether to allow apps to install scripts from
Google that make their Web content more accessible.
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Touch Sound Balance to control the signal sent to the left and right when using eartablets.
Touch Mono audio to enable stereo audio to be compressed into a single mono audio
stream for use with a single eartablet.
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Touch Turn off all sounds to mute every sound made by the tablet during touches,
selections, notifications, etc.
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Dominant hand: Select Left hand or Right hand to optimize the tablet for one-handed
use.
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Edit: Reorder or remove menu items from the Navigation panel.
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Touch Press and hold delay choose how long your tablet waits during a touch and hold
gesture on the screen, before continuing with the touch and hold action.
Touch the ON/OFF switch next to enable Interaction control. Enabling Interaction
control allows you to turn motions and screen timeout on or off, block areas of the screen
from touch interaction, turn auto-rotate and hard key functions off, and show notifications
only on the Notifications panel and Status bar.
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Activate This Device
Connect to the network and activate your tablet. If your tablet is already activated, use this option to
view information about your plan and usage.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch Activate this device, and then follow the prompts to activate your tablet on the network.
System Update Settings
Use System update options to update your tablet’s internal software.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch System Update to use these options:
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Update: Manually check for software update.
Auto update: Check for updates automatically.
Wi-Fi only: Download software updates only when connected via Wi-Fi.
Update PRL: Download and the latest Preferred Roaming List (PRL), used by your tablet to
access the network.
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Update Profile: Update the user profile related to your wireless service account. If you
choose to change your user name online, use this option to update the user name on your
tablet.
UICC Unlock: Unlock your tablet’s Universal Integrated Circuit Card.
About Device
The About device menu lets you access important information about your tablet.
1.
Press
and then touch
> Settings.
2. Touch About device, and then touch items for more details:
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Software version: View the tablet’s software version.
Hardware version: View the tablet’s hardware version.
Status: View information about your tablet’s current status.
Legal information: Display open source licenses, configure license settings, including your
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DivX VOD registration, and Google info.
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Device name: View or edit your tablet’s name.
Model number: View your tablet’s model number.
Android version: View the firmware version of your tablet.
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Baseband version: View the baseband version of your tablet.
Kernel version: View the kernel version of your tablet.
Build number: View the build number of your tablet.
SELinux status: View the status of the SELinux.
Secure bootstatus: View the type of the tablet’s secure boot.
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Index
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C
Accounts 33
Calculator 65
Calendar 65
A
Email 34
Gmail 33
Google 33
Settings 59
Apps 40
Chrome 47
Clock 65
Cloud 92
Contacts 28
Accessing 28
Add 28
Basics 28
Delete 30
Edit 29
Link 30
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Battery
Charging 2
Settings 83
Disconnect 51
Share 30
Corporate Email
Creation 35
Unpair 51
D
Daydream 80
Brightness 79
Browser
Device
Dispay 6
Chrome 47
Index
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DivX 40
Local 45
Maps 44
Dock 93
Downloads 67
Drag 9
Messenger 39
Navigation 45
Search 68
Dropbox 67
Settings 68
YouTube 39
E
Settings 89
Email 34
Using 24
Settings 37
H
Encryption 87
Hangouts 39
Help 68
Extended 13
Shortcuts 11
Wallpapers 13
Widgets 12
F
Features 20
Flick 9
Flipboard 38
Hotspot 73
G
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Gallery 59
Internet 47
Zooming 62
K
Gestures 7
Keyboard
Gmail 33
Samsung 89
Google
Swype 91
Touchscreen 23
Gmail 33
Google+ 39
Hangouts 39
Index
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Settings 79
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Language and Input
Settings 88
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P
M
Passwords
Photos
Edit 62
Photos and Videos
Sharing 63
Maps 44
Memo 68
Format 54
View 60
Picasa 64
Insert 53
Remove 54
Unmount 54
Messenger 39
Activate 18
Hide 19
Settings 79
Q
R
Use 18
Music
Recent Apps
Accesssing 13
Roaming 76
Rotate 10
S
N
Samsung Keyboard
Navigation
Maps 44
Index
101
Settings 89
Using 24
Security 87
Sound 78
Security
Storage 81
Swype 91
Settings 87
Text-to-Speech 92
Users 84
Settings 72
Accessibility 94
Volume 78
VPN 75
Wallpaper 79
Battery 83
Wi-Fi 72
Shortcuts 11
SIM Card
Bluetooth 73
Brightness 79
Cloud 92
Daydream 80
Display 78
Slide 8
Settings 80
Sound
Settings 78
Dock 93
Speaker 5
Storage
Settings 81
Swipe 8
Swype
Settings 91
Using 25
T
Tablet
Layout 5
Index
102
Tethering 75
Text-to-Speech 92
Text Input
VPN 55
Methods 23
Tools 65
Settings 75
Touch 7
Touchscreen
Drag 9
W
Wallpaper
Settings 79
Wallpapers 13
WatchON 45
Web 47
Flick 9
Keyboard 23
Rotate 10
Slide 8
Swipe 8
Touch 7
Wi-Fi 48
Settings 72
Zooming 11
Y
Z
TripAdvisor 45
Typing 23
Zoom 11
U
Users
Settings 84
V
Video
Record 57
Sharing 63
Settings 91
Voice Typing
Using 24
Volume 78
Index
103
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