Samsung SCH-I925EAAUSC User Manual
ANDROID TABLET
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
device and keep it for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started .......................... 4
Understanding This User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing the SIM Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Turning Your Tablet On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting Up Your Tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Creating a New Google Account . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Retrieving Your Google Account Password . . . 13
Using Google Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Task Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Galaxy Tab Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Securing Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Section 2: Understanding Your Device .... 20
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Back and Bottom Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
S Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Navigating Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Status Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Quick Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Status Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
App Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Widgets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Wallpapers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Multi window tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
S Pen App Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Section 3: Entering Text ............................47
QWERTY Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Text Input Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Using the Samsung Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using Speech Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Section 4: Contacts and Accounts ...........56
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Section 5: Messaging ................................68
Types of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Google+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Section 6: Multimedia ...............................77
Media Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Game Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Music Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Video Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Play Movies & TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Video Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
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Section 7: Connections ...........................112
Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Wi-Fi Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Tethering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
VPN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Nearby devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
AllShare Cast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Kies Via Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Managing Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Synchronizing with Windows Media Player . .132
Connecting as a Mass Storage Device . . . . . .133
Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Section 8: Applications and Widgets .....135
Apps Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Widgets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Section 9: Settings ................................. 170
Accessing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Wireless and network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
About device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Section 10: Health and Safety
Information ........................................... 220
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals . . 220
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
FCC Part 15 Information to User . . . . . . . . . . 227
Smart Practices While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Battery Use and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling . . . 230
UL Certified Travel Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Display / Touch-Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
GPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Responsible Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Restricting Children's Access to
Your Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
FCC Notice and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Other Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . 237
Section 11: Warranty Information ..........239
Standard Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
End User License Agreement for Software . . 244
Index .........................................................252
3
Section 1: Getting Started
This section helps you to quickly start using your tablet.
Understanding This User Manual
The sections of this manual generally follow the features of
your tablet. A robust index for features begins on
Also included is important safety information, beginning on
page 219, that you should know before using your tablet.
This manual gives navigation instructions according t
default display settings. If you select other settings,
navigation steps may be different.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual
assume tha
Home screen, you may need to unlock the tablet. (
information, refer to “Securing Your Device” on page 17.)
Note:
t you are starting from a Home screen. To get to a
Instructions in this manual are based on default settings
and may vary from your tablet depending on the
software version on your tablet and any changes to the
tablet’s settings.
4
page 251.
o the
For more
Note:
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this user manual
start with the tablet unlocked, at the Home screen.
All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual
displays may vary depending on the s oftware version of
your tablet and any changes to the tablet’s settings.
Special Text
In this manual, some text is set apart from the rest. This
special text is intended to point out important information,
share quick methods for activating features, define terms,
and more. The definitions for these methods are as follows:
•
Notes
: Presents alternative options for the current feature, menu,
or sub-menu.
•
Tips
: Provides quick or innovative methods or useful shortcuts.
•
Important
: Points out important information about the current
feature that could affect performance.
•
Warning
: Brings important information to your attention that can
help to prevent loss of data or functionality or damage to your
tablet.
Text Conventions
This manual provides condensed information about how to
use your tablet. To make this possible, the following text
conventions are used to represent often-used steps:
Arrows are used
successive options in longer, or repetitive, procedures.
For example:
From a Home screen, touch
Display
to represent the sequence of selecting
Screen timeout
Apps
.
Settings
Battery
Your tablet is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion
battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable)
are included with the tablet for charging the battery.
Warning!
Use only approved charging devices. Approved
accessories are designed to maximize battery life.
Using other accessories may invalidate your
warranty and may cause damage.
Battery Indicator
The Battery icon in the Status Bar shows the battery
power level. When battery power is 15% or less, your tablet
prompts you to charge the battery. If you continue to operate
the tablet without charging, it powers off. (For battery use
information, see “Battery” on page 189.)
Tip:
Touch the Time field to display battery charge status.
Charging the Battery
Your tablet comes with a Wall/USB Charger (Outlet Connector,
Charging Head, and USB cable) to charge your tablet from
any standard AC power outlet.
Note:
The battery comes partially charged. You must fully
charge the battery before using your tablet for the first
time.
After the first charge, you can use the tablet while
charging.
Gettin
g Started 5
1. Assemble the Wall/USB Charger by removing the
protective plastic sheets from the Outlet Connector and
the Charging Head and inserting the Outlet Connector
(1) into the receptacle on the Charging Head (2) as
shown.
Outlet
Connector
2. Insert the USB cable into the Charging Head (1).
Correct
Charging
Head
Charging
Head
Incorrect
6
3. Insert the USB cable into the tablet’s Charger/
Accessory Port (2).
Warning!
While the tablet is charging, if the touch screen does
not function due to an unstable power supply, unplug
the USB power adapter from the power outlet or
unplug the USB cable from the tablet.
5. When charging is complete, unplug t
from the power outlet and remove the USB cable from
the tablet.
Note:
You cannot charge the battery using the USB cable and
your PC.
he Charging Head
4. Plug the C
outlet.
harging Head into a standard AC power
Note:
If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot turn
on the tablet, even with the USB power adapter
connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few
minutes before you try to turn on the tablet.
Getting Started 7
Installing the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided
with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details,
such as your PIN, available optional services, and many
others features.
Caution!
Make sure that the SIM card’s gold contacts face
downward and that the notched corner of the card
goes in first.
Important!
The plug-in SIM card information and its contacts
can be easily damaged by scratching or bending,
so be careful when handling, inserting, or
removing the card. Keep all SIM cards out of reach
of small children.
Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket (1)
until the card locks into place (2). The illustration
shows the screen facing up.
8
Incorrect
Note:
If the card is not inserted correctly, your tablet will not
detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card back into the slot
if the SIM is not detected.
Turning Your Tablet On and Off
Turning Your Tablet On
Press and hold the
(For more information, refer to
“Unlocking the Device” on
page 17.)
Note
: Your tablet’s internal
antenna is located along the
top back of the tablet. Do not
block the antenna; doing so
may affect signal quality and
may cause the tablet to operate
at a higher power level than is
necessary. (
information, refer to “GPS
Applications” on page 137.)
For more
Power/Lock Key
Turning Your Tablet Off
1. Press and hold the
2. At the
3. At the
Device options
Power off
Power/Lock Key
prompt, touch OK.
prompt, touch
Power off
Setting Up Your Tablet
When you first turn on your tablet, you are asked to set up a
.
.
.
few things. To do that, the following screens appear. Some
screens can be skipped (touch
Back
). Some screens appear depending on the options you
choose.
Welcome
1. Tou c h the
and touch the language you want your tablet to use,
such as,
2. Tou ch
No SIM Card in Device
The
No SIM card in device
installed the SIM card that was provided with your tablet.
Ensure that you have an activated SIM card installed in your
tablet befo
“Installing the SIM Card” on page 8.)
Tou ch Next
Skip
) or re-displayed (touch
Select language
English
Start
.
re device set-up. (
to operate your tablet without the SIM card.
field, scroll through the list,
.
screen appears if you have not
For more information, refer to
Getting Started 9
Wi-Fi
Make sure the Wi-Fi
choose one of the following options:
To uch
not listed.
To uch
Wi-Fi networks.
Touch one of the Wi-Fi networks in the list, enter the
password, and touch
another Wi-Fi network or touch
To uch
information, refer to “Wi-Fi” on page 171.)
Set Date and Time
1. Touch the time zone field (
time zone.
2. Under
necessary.
3. Under
if necessary.
4. Touch
10
OFF / ON
icon is set to ON and
Add Wi-Fi network
Scan
to make sure you have an accurate list of
Skip
to perform this task later. (For more
Date
, set the date (month, day, year), if
Time
, set the time (hour, minute, and AM or PM),
Next
.
to enter a Network SSID that is
Connect
. Touch and connect to
Next
GMT
) and select the correct
to continue.
Samsung Account
Sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung services.
1. Tou ch
2. Tou ch
account.
– or –
Tou ch
– or –
Tou ch
variety of services
Create new account
Sign in
if you already have a Samsung account.
Skip
to perform this task later.
to learn more.
to create a Samsung
Got Google?
To use all of the Android features of your tablet, you need to
create a Google account the first time you use your device.
With a Google account, Google applications, including Gmail,
Maps, Navigation, and Talk, will always be in sync between
your tablet and computer.
Got Google?
The
Google account or simply sign in to an existing Google
account.
Note:
If you skipped Wi-Fi setup, the Wi-Fi setup screen
displays and you must connect through a Wi-Fi network.
screen lets you create and sign in to a new
.)
Not now
“Setting Up
Make it
.
Get an
•
If you do not have a Google account, touch No. The
Google
screen appears.
–
To create and sign in to a new Google account, touch
.
account
–
To bypass this step and proceed, touch
•
Once you enter your Google account information, you are
prompted to agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy
Polich. Touch
The
Signing in
Google account. (
Your Gmail Account”
OK
.
screen appears until your tablet is linked to your
For more information, refer to
on page 74
1. Respond to the “
follows:
•
If you already have a Google account, touch
screen appears.
•
Touch the
–
Enter your Google account Email ID and touch
keyboard.
–
Enter your Google account password and touch
keyboard.
Do you have a Google Account?
Email
field.
” as
Sign in
on the
on the
Getting Started 11
Yes
. The
Next
Done
Enable Purchases
This screen displays if you signed in to your Google account.
Enter purchase information for your Google account
Save
.
and touch
– or –
Skip
Next
.
.
Touch
Backup and Restore
This screen also displays if you signed in to your Google
account.
1. Read the backup and restore information.
2. Enable either or both options.
3. Touch
The Restoring screen displays while your information is
being restored.
Use Google & location
1. Read the information on the screen and enable either
or both of the Google location services.
2. Touch to continue.
12
This Tablet Belongs To ...
To personalize the tablet with your name:
1. Touch the First and Last fields and use the on-screen
keyboard to enter you first and last name.
2. Touch
Free Dropbox Account
Dropbox is a cloud file storage subscription service. Using a
Dropbox account, you can save files and access them with
multiple devices from multiple locations.
To get a free 50 GB Dropbox account for two years:
1. Tou ch
offer.
2. Tou ch
3. To uch
fields, and touch
– or –
Tou ch
– or –
Tou ch
.
Disclaimer
OK
Create a new Dropbox account
I already have an account
No thanks
to read a short disclaimer about this
.
Register for Dropbox
to skip this offer.
, enter the required
.
to sign in to Dropbox.
Google Services
This screen displays if you did not sign in to your Google
account. The use of this device is subject to the privacy
policy and other terms.
1. Touch
2. Touch
Setup Complete
Congratulations! Your tablet is set up and ready to use.
Learn more
terms.
Next
and install updates from Google.
Tou ch
Finish
The main Home screen displays.
to read the privacy policy and other
, if you agree that your device may receive
.
Creating a New Google Account
Your new device uses a Google account to fully use its
Android features, including Gmail, Maps, Navigation, and
Ta lk.
If you did not create a new account during the setup
procedure when you first turned your tablet on, follow these
steps:
1. From a Home screen, touch
Add a Google Account
The
New
2. Tou ch
(For more information, refer to “Setting Up Your Gmail
Account” on page 74.)
to create a new Google account.
Apps
screen displays.
Gmail
.
Retrieving Your Google Account Password
A Google account password is required for Google
applications. If you misplace or forget your Google Account
password, follow these instructions to retrieve it:
1. From your computer, use an Internet browser to
navigate to
2. Once the web page loads, click on
account?
http://google.com/accounts
and follow the on-screen instructions.
.
Can’t access your
Getting Started 13
Using Google Maps
In order to use some applications related to Google Maps,
you must first c
“Wi-Fi” on page 1
You must also enable location services to use Google Maps.
Some features require Standalone or Google location
services. (For more information, refer to “Location
services” on page 191.)
onnect Wi-Fi. (
71.)
For more information, refer to
Task Manager
Your device can run applications simultaneously and some
applications run in the background.
Use Task Manager to see which applications are running on
your device and to end running applications to extend battery
life. You can also uninstall applications from your device and
see how much memory is used by applications.
14
Task manager Screen
The Task manager screen provides information about
applications
To access the Task man
1. From any screen, touch
2. Tou ch
appears.
3. Touch the
running on your device.
•
•
•
4. Touch the
Random Access Memory (RAM) currently in use. Touch
Clear memory
processes.
5. Touch in the top right corner to display the
manager
and includes a
Task manager
Active applications
To change the order applications are listed, touch .
To stop an active application, touch
To stop all active applications, touch
RAM manager
pop-up.
RAM manager
ager pop-up:
. The Task manager screen
tab to display the amount of
to clear inactive and background
.
Recent Applications
tab to view applications
End
.
End all
.
Active
.
Tas k
Task Manager Application
The Task Manager application provides information about
applications, including
manager
,
Storage
To a ccess t he Task M anager:
1. Access Task Manager from the
pop-up. (For more information, refer to “Task
manager Screen” on page 14.)
– or –
Add the
and then touch it. (For more information, refer to
“Widgets” on page 41.)
– or –
Task manager
The
2. Touch
Active applications
on your device. Touch
End all
to end all running applications.
Active applications, Downloaded, RAM
, and
Help
.
Recent Applications
Application monitor
widget to a Home screen
screen appears.
to view applications running
End
to end an application or
3. Tou ch
4. Tou ch
5. Tou ch
6. Tou ch
Downloaded
Google Play™ Store. Touch
application from your device.
RAM manager
Access Memory (RAM) currently in use. Touch
memory
to clear inactive and background processes.
Storage
external (SD card) storage memory statistics.
Help
to view applications installed from
Uninstall
to remove an
to display the amount of Random
Clear
to view internal (Device memory) and
to view useful tips for extending battery life.
Memory Card
Your device supports removable microSD™ or microSDHC™
memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB
(depending on the memory card manufacturer and type).
Memory cards are used to store music, photos, videos, and
other files.
Note:
You can only store music files that you own (from a CD
or purchased with the device) on a memory card.
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Installing a Memory Card
Incorrect
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 (1), pushing gently until it
clicks into place (2).
3. Replace the Memory Card Slot cover.
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Removing a Memory Card
Important!
To prevent damage to information stored on the
memory card, unmount the card before removing it
from the device.
1. From a Home screen, touch
Storage
.
SD card
, touch
2. Under
Unmount SD card
Apps
Settings
.
3. Open the Memory Card Slot cover and turn to expose
the slot.
4. Gently press down on the memory card (1), so that
it pops out from the slot, and carefully pull the card
out (2).
5. Replace the Memory Card Slot cover.
(For more information, refer to “Memory Card” on
page 133.)
Galaxy Tab Accessories
To find accessories for your Galaxy Tab:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-
1. Go to
accessories
Galaxy Tab accessories display.
2. Use your model number to find compatible
accessories.
.
Securing Your Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the screen
times out or you can lock it manually. You can unlock the
device using one of the default Unlock screens or, for
increased security, use a personal screen unlock pattern.
(For more information about creating and enabling a Screen
unlock pattern, see “Lock screen” on page 192.)
(For other settings related to securing your device,
“Location services” on pa
Note:
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual
start with the device unlocked, at the Home screen.
Locking the device manually
Press the
Unlocking the Device
1. Press the
ge 191.)
Power/Lock Key
Power/Lock Key
see
.
.
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The Lock screen displays. 2. Swipe across the screen as shown.
The last accessed screen displays.
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Tip:
You can launch any of five applications from the Lock
screen. Just touch and swipe one of the app shortcut
icons to launch its associated application.
You can change your Lock screen settings to enable
access to the Popup Note application by using your S Pen.
(For more information, refer to “Lock screen” on
page 192.)
Note:
You can customize the Lock screen and set the type of
Screen Unlock you want to use (Face unlock, Pattern,
PIN, or Password).
(For more information, see “Lock screen” on page 192
and see “Security” on page 194.)
Troubleshooting
If your device has fatal errors, hangs up, or freezes, you may
need to reset the device to regain functionality.
•
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the
Power/Lock Key
for 8 to 10 seconds.
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Section 2: Understanding Your Device
This section outlines key features of your device and
describes the screen and the icons that appear when the
device is in use. It also shows how to navigate through the
device.
Features
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
10.1-inch WXGA (1280x800) TFT (PLS) LCD touch screen
Android™ Version 4.1.2, Jelly Bean
SAFE™ Certified
CDMA 1X/EV-DO Rev-A /LTE Wireless Technology
Bluetooth® 4.0 Wireless technology. For more information, refer
“Bluetooth”
to
Built-in Wi-Fi technology (802.11 b/g/n)
5 Megapixel camera and camcorder plus 1.9 Megapixel
forward-facing VGA camera
Full integration of Google applications (Gmail, YouTube™,
Google Maps
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on page 173
™
, and Voice Search)
•
Messaging Features:
™
–
Gmail
–
Email (corporate and personal)
–
Google Talk™ (Instant Messaging and Video Chat)
•
Photo Gallery that supports GIF, AGIF, JPEG, PNG, BMP, WBMP,
and WEBP formats
•
HD Video Player (720p)
–
Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, VC-1, DivX, VP8, WMV7/8,
Sorenson Spark
–
Format: 3GP (MP4), WMV (ASF), AVI (DivX), MKV, FLV, WEBM
•
DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up
premium content
•
Supports HDMI/MHL connections to connect electronic devices to
high-definition televisions (HDTVs) and displays
•
Music player that supports MP3, AAC/AAC+/EAAC+, WMA,
OGG (vorbis), FLAC, AC-3 (only with video), and Vorbis formats
•
2GB RAM memory and 16GB on-board memory, which is used for
data storage and access
•
Support for microSD™ and microSDHC™ Memory Cards
to HD 1080p
, including
•
Preloaded applications such as AllShare Pla y™, Google Play™
Books,
Play
Store, Polaris® Office, and Samsung Media Hub. (For
more information, refer to
page 135.)
“Applications and Widgets”
on
4.
Display Screen
rotates with the tablet as you turn it. You can turn this
function on or off. (
“Quick Settings” on page 36.)
: The orientation of the display screen
For more information, refer to
Warning!
This device does not support some USB storage
media devices. (
“Galaxy Tab Accessori
For more i
nformation, refer to
es” on page 17.)
Front View
The following items can be found on the front of your device
as illustrated.
External Speakers
1.
notification tones, and for other sounds.
Light Sensor
2.
automatically and when taking photos with the
front-facing Camera.
3.
Front-facing Camera Lens
recording videos.
: Used in music or video playback,
: Used to control screen brightness
: Used when taking photos or
1 1
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Top View Back and Bottom Views
The following items can be found on the top
of your device as illustrated.
1.
Power/Lock Key
: Press and hold to
turn the device on or off. Press to
lock the device or to wake the screen
for unlocking.
Volume Key
2.
: From a Home screen,
press to adjust Master Volume.
During music playback, press to
adjust volume.
3.
Memory Card Slot
: Install a memory
card for storage of files.
Infrared Blaster
4.
: Used to emit infrared
signals used for controlling external
For more information, refer
devices.
to “Smart Remote” on page 163.
5.
3.5mm Headset Jack
: Plug in for
headphones.
SIM Card Port
6.
: Insert your SIM card
here.
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1
2
3
4
5
6
The following items can be found on the back and bottom of
your device.
1.
Camera Lens
: Used when taking photos or recording
videos.
Flash
: Lets you take pictures and videos in low light.
2.
S Pen
: Convenient storage for the S Pen stylus.
3.
Microphone
4.
Charger/Accessory Port
5.
: Used for video chat, S Voice, and so on
: Plug in a USB cable for
charging or to sync music and files.
1 2
3 4
5
S Pen
With the S Pen stylus, you can do anything you can do with
one finger, only more accurately.
2
Removing the S Pen From Your Tablet
The S Pen is conveniently stored in your tablet to protect it
and to keep it available.
Tip:
Removing the S Pen awakens your tablet’s screen (if
dark), unlocks the screen if the lock is set to Swipe, and
launches the S Pen App Tray. (For more information, refer
to “S Pen App Tray” on page 45.)
1
You can also use the S Pen with compatible applications,
such as S Note or Photoshop Touch, to do
do with your finger.
Stylus tip
1.
2.
: Used for touching and dragging accross the
screen.
Pen button
S Pen. (For more information, refer to “Using the S
Pen” on page 24.)
: Used to access additional functions for the
things you cannot
To remove the S Pen, follow these steps:
1. Locate the S Pen at the
lower right corner of the
device.
2. Use your fingernail or a
sharp object to pull the
end of the S Pen out of
the device (1).
3. Pull the S Pen out of the
device (2).
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Rich S Pen Functionality
•
Air View
: Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview information.
•
Effectively express yourself
or the calendar, annotate Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF
documents, capture your ideas in S Note, write a note on the back
of the picture.
•
Quick Command
used applications or actions. Press the S Pen button and then
drag the S Pen up the screen to display the Quick Command
window.
•
Easy Clip
freely edit or share with others.
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: Launch Quick Command to activate frequently
: Instantly outline and crop anything on the screen and
: Write/Draw directly into an email,
Using the S Pen
There are several different functions you can perform using
the S Pen.
S Pen Screen Operations
The S Pen can be used for various screen operations.
•
Touch a command button, such as
Apps
The result is the same at touching the button or icon with your
finger.
•
To sweep a list or menu, touch and drag the screen up or down.
•
To sweep to the next Home screen panel, touch and drag the
screen to the left or right.
or Email
Back
, or icons, such as
, with the S Pen instead of your finger.
Back Function Menu Button
To move to a previous screen, hold the S Pen button and
touch and drag the screen as shown in the illustration below.
The previous screen displays.
To display the menu from any screen, hold the S Pen button
and touch and drag the screen as shown in the illustration
below. The menu displays.
Press S Pen
button
Press
S Pen
button
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