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GH68-45347A Printed in USA
User guide.
User guide.
GuĆ­a del usuario.
ANDROID TABLET
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your device
and keep it for future reference.
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please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox [030115]
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Warranty INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE RESOLUTION
PROCEDURE and your right to opt out of arbitration
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Full written terms and detailed information about
the warranty and obtaining service are available
on the device at: Settings > About device >
Legalī€žinformation > Samsung legal or you may
access the online version of the Health/Safety and
Warranty guide for your device at:
English
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
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foundī€žonline at:
samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Getting Started .................................................. 1
Front View ................................................................. 2
Back View ................................................................. 4
Assemble Your Device .................................. 6
Set Up Your Device ......................................... 9
Set Up Accounts on Your Device .....11
Know Your Device .......................................13
Home Screen ......................................................14
Status Bar ............................................................... 20
Navigation ...............................................................22
Notiļ¬cation Panel .............................................25
Multi Window ....................................................... 28
Enter Text ................................................................31
Applications ......................................................... 34
Apps List ..................................................................35
Google Applications ...................................... 38
Verizon Applications .....................................42
Other Applications .......................................... 43
Calculator ................................................................45
Calendar ..................................................................46
Camera and Video .......................................... 48
Chrome .....................................................................52
Clock ........................................................................... 53
Contacts ................................................................... 56
Email ............................................................................63
Gallery ....................................................................... 66
Memo .......................................................................... 68
Message+ ................................................................69
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My Files ....................................................................72
Video Player.......................................................... 74
Settings ...................................................................... 77
About Settings .................................................... 78
Airplane Mode ....................................................79
Wi-Fi Settings ...................................................... 80
Bluetooth .................................................................84
Data Usage ............................................................87
More Settings ......................................................88
Sounds and Notiļ¬cations ......................... 94
Display and Wallpaper ................................ 98
Motions and Gestures ...............................102
Storage ....................................................................103
Battery .....................................................................106
Applications Settings .................................107
Users .........................................................................112
Location ..................................................................113
Lock Screen and Security ....................115
Privacy Settings ..............................................120
Accounts ................................................................121
Language and Input ....................................123
Backup and Reset ........................................126
Date and Time...................................................128
Accessibility........................................................129
Help ............................................................................132
About Your Device ........................................133
System Updates ..............................................134
Getting Started
Learn about your mobile device
hardware, assembly procedures,
and how to get started using your
newī€Ÿdevice.
2Front View
Getting Started
Front View
Recent
Front camera
Back
Home key
Headset jack
USB charger/
Accessory port
3Front View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found on the
front of yourī€Ÿdevice.
ā€¢ Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notī€žincluded).
ā€¢ Front camera: Take self-portraits and record
videos of yourself.
ā€¢ Back: Return to the previous screen, or close a
dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
ā€¢ Home key: Return to the Home screen.
ā€¢ Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and
hold for Multiī€žwindow.
ā€¢ USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB
charger (included) or other optional accessories
(not included).
4Back View
Getting Started
Back View
Microphone
Speaker Rear camera
Power key
Volume key
Memory card slot
SIM card slot
5Back View
Getting Started
Here are some key features found on the
back of yourī€Ÿdevice.
ā€¢ Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.
ā€¢ SIM card slot: Install the SIM card
here. For more information, see
ā€œInstall the SIMī€žCardā€ on page 6.
ā€¢ Memory card slot: Install an optional memory card
(not included) for storage of ļ¬les.
ā€¢ Microphone: Record audio and detect voice
commands.
ā€¢ Volume key: Adjust the volume of your deviceā€™s
sounds.
ā€¢ Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or
oļ¬€, restart it, or for quick access to Airplane mode.
Press to lock or wake up the screen.
ā€¢ Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
6Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
This section helps you to assemble your
device.
Install the SIMī€žCard
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of
small children.
1. With the tabletā€™s screen facing up, locate and open
the SIM card slot cover.
2. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot
(as shown) until it clicks into place.
3. Close the SIM card slot cover.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device
cannot detect the SIM card. Reorient the card back into
the slot if the SIM is not detected.
Install a Memory Card
You can use an optional microSDTM or microSDHC
memory card (not included) to expand available
memory space.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is
not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card, see
ā€œMemory Card (SD Card)ā€ on page 103.
Assemble Your Device
7Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and
USBī€žcable) is included with the device for charging
the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery
before using your device for the ļ¬rst time.
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries that
are approved by SamsungTM. Samsung accessories
are designed to maximize battery life. Using other
accessories may invalidate your warranty and may
cause damage.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.
8Assemble Your Device
Getting Started
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and has only a few minutes of
battery power remaining, the device sounds a warning
tone at regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining
battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns oļ¬€.
For a quick check of your battery level:
ā–ŗView the battery charge indicator located in the
Statusī€žbar of your deviceā€™s display. A solid color
(ī€ž ī€ž) indicates a full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage
value. Having a percentage value onscreen can
provide a better idea of the remaining charge
on the battery. For more information, see
ā€œBatteryā€ on page 106.
9Set Up Your Device
Getting Started
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Oļ¬€
Turn the Device On
ā–ŗPress and hold the Power key until the device
vibrates and starts up.
Turn the Device Oļ¬€
1. Press and hold the Power key until the
Deviceī€žoptions menuī€ždisplays.
2. Tap Power oļ¬€, and conļ¬rm if prompted.
Setup Wizard
The ļ¬rst time you turn your device on, Setup Wizard
will guide you through the basics of setting up your
device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
set up accounts, choose location services, and learn
more about your device.
Secure Your Device
Use your deviceā€™s screen lock features to secure
your device. To set a personal screen lock, use the
Screenī€žlock option.
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
To lock the device:
ā–ŗPress the Power key.
10 Set Up Your Device
Getting Started
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see
ā€œSet a Screen Lockā€ on page 115.
To unlock your device:
ā–ŗPress the Powerī€žkey or Home key, and then drag
your ļ¬nger across the screen.
11 Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Getting Started
Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device. When you turn on
your device for the ļ¬rst time, set up your existing
Samsung account or create a new Samsung account.
ā€“ or ā€“
To create a Samsung account, or set up
your Samsung account on your device, use
Accounts settings. For more information, see
ā€œAccountsā€ on page 121.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > ī€žSettings >
Accounts > Add account > Samsung account.
2. Follow the prompts to set up your new or existing
Samsung account.
Google Account
Your new device uses your GoogleTM Account to fully
utilize its AndroidTM features, including GmailTM, Google
HangoutsTM, and the Google PlayTM store.
When you turn on your device for the ļ¬rst time, set up
a connection with your existing Google Account, or
create a new Google Account.
ā€“ or ā€“
To create a Google Account, or set up your Google
Account on your device, use Accounts settings. For
more information, see ā€œAccountsā€ on page 121.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > ī€žSettings >
Accounts > Add account > Google.
2. Follow the prompts to set up your new or existing
Google Account.
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