Samsung SM-T700, SM-T800 Operating Instructions

User Manual

SM-T700 SM-T800

English (EU). 09/2016. Rev.1.0

www.samsung.com

Table of Contents

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Getting started

7 Package contents

8 Device layout

11 Charging the battery

13 Using a memory card

16 Turning the device on and off

18 Locking and unlocking the screen

Basics

19 Using the touch screen

Network connectivity

36 Wi-Fi

Motions & usability features

37 Motions

38 Multi window

43 Toolbox

43 Increasing touch screen sensitivity

Personalising

44 Managing the Home and Apps screens

49 Setting wallpaper and ringtones

22 Home screen layout

25 Notifications and quick setting panels

26 Opening apps

27 Installing or uninstalling apps

29 Entering text

31 Screen capture

32 My Files

34 Power saving feature

35 Viewing help information

50 Changing the screen lock method

51 Finger Scanner

54 Private mode

55 Multiple users

57 Transferring data from your previous

device

58 Setting up accounts

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Contacts

59 Adding contacts

60 Managing contacts

Camera

63 Basic shooting

65 Shooting modes

69 Camera settings

Gallery

71 Viewing photos or videos

73 Editing photos or videos

78 Gallery settings

Useful apps and features

84 Kids Mode

86 S Finder

87 S Planner

90 Internet

90 Email

92 S Voice

94 Calculator

94 Clock

95 Businessweek+

96 Dropbox

97 Evernote

98 Flipboard

99 Hancom Office Viewer

100 NYTimes

101 Google apps

Multimedia

79 Music

82 Video

Connecting with other devices

103 Bluetooth

105 Wi-Fi Direct

107 Quick connect

108 SideSync

115 Screen Mirroring

117 Mobile printing

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Device & data manager

118 Upgrading the device

119 Transferring files between the device

and a computer

120 Backing up and restoring data

121 Performing a data reset

Settings

122 About Settings

122 CONNECTIONS

126 DEVICE

133 GENERAL

139 APPLICATIONS

Appendix

140 Troubleshooting

145 Removing the battery

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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, model specifications, or device’s software.

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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.

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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media.

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Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.

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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To

→

view the information, tap

information

Settings

→

GENERAL

→

About device

→

Regulatory

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Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information

Getting started

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Quick start guide

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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer to the Samsung website.

Getting started

Volume button

Rear camera

Device layout

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Type 1 (SM-T800):

Front camera

Power button

Light sensor

Touch screen

Recent apps button

Home button

Flash

IrLED

Speaker

Memory card slot

Multipurpose jack

Back button

Headset jack

Speaker

Push clip

Microphone

GPS antenna

Push clip

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Light sensor

GPS antenna

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Type 2 (SM-T700):

Speaker

Microphone

Front camera

Power button

Volume button

Touch screen

IrLED

Memory card slot

Recent apps button

Home button

Multipurpose jack

Back button

Rear camera

Push clip

Flash

Headset jack

Push clip

Speaker

Getting started

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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

Buttons

Button Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

Power

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Press to turn on or lock the screen.

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Tap to open the list of recent apps.

Recent apps

Home

Back

Volume

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Tap and hold to access additional options for the current screen.

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Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press twice to launch

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Press and hold to launch

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

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Press to adjust the device volume.

S Voice

Google

Getting started

Charging the battery

Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

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When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device.

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If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid disconnecting from the network or losing power during a data transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.

Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose jack.

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Type 1 (SM-T800):

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Type 2 (SM-T700):

Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.

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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.

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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.

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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible while charging.

Getting started

Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides options that help you save the battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:

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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.

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Close unnecessary apps using the task manager.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of apps.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the screen brightness.

Using a memory card

Installing a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.

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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.

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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

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The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory appears in the

My Files

→

SD card

folder.

Getting started

Open the cover of the memory card slot.

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

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Type 1 (SM-T800):

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Type 2 (SM-T700):

Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

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Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap

→

Settings

Open the cover of the memory card slot.

Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or can damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

→

GENERAL

→

Storage

→

SD card

→

Unmount

Formatting the memory card

A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.

On the Home screen, tap

FORMAT

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

→

Settings

→

GENERAL

→

Storage

→

SD card

→

Format

→

Getting started

Turning the device on and off

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.

When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap

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Type 1 (SM-T800):

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Type 2 (SM-T700):

Power off

Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

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Restarting the device

If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button and the Volume Down button simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

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Type 1 (SM-T800):

Power button

Volume Down button

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Type 2 (SM-T700):

Power button

Volume Down button

Getting started

Locking and unlocking the screen

Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the screen, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area.

You can change the unlock code to unlock the screen. Refer to Changing the screen lock

method for more information.

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Using the touch screen

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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.

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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

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The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area.

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Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the device.

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It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touch screen.

Tapping

To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with a finger.

Basics

Tapping and holding

Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.

Dragging

To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.

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Flicking

Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts.

Spreading and pinching

Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

Basics

Home screen layout

Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. The Home screen has two different kinds of panels. The Classic Home screen panel displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more, and the Content Home screen panel displays Content widgets. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.

To view other panels, scroll left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen. To customise the Home screen, refer to Managing the Classic Home screen or

Managing the Content Home screen.

The Home screen may appear differently depending on the devices.

Basics

Apps screen

The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.

On the Home screen, tap

to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, scroll left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. To customise the Apps screen, refer to

Managing the Apps screen.

Access additional options.

An app

Screen indicators

Basics

Indicator icons

Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.

Icon Meaning

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

GPS activated

Smart stay feature activated

Alarm activated

Mute mode activated

Vibration mode activated

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

Basics

Launch Settings.

Activate or

Notifications and quick setting panels

Using the notifications panel

When you receive new notifications, such as messages, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notifications panel and view the details.

To open the notifications panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notifications panel, drag the bar from the bottom of the screen upwards.

You can use the following functions on the notifications panel.

deactivate options.

Tap and hold

options to view

more detailed

settings.

Launch S Finder.

Tap a notification

and perform various

actions.

Adjust the

brightness.

View all quick setting buttons.

Launch Quick connect.

Clear all notifications.

Basics

Rearranging quick setting buttons

To rearrange quick setting buttons on the notifications panel, tap → , tap and hold an item, and then drag the item to another location.

Using the quick setting panel

You can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. To activate or deactivate more features, open the quick setting panel.

To open the quick setting panel, drag the status bar downwards with two fingers. Alternatively, tap from the bottom of the screen upwards.

on the notifications panel. To close the quick setting panel, drag the bar

Opening apps

On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.

To open the list of recently-used apps, tap

and select an app icon to open.

Closing an app

Tap and drag an app icon to the left or right to close it. To close all running apps, tap

→

Basics

Installing or uninstalling apps

Galaxy Apps

Use this app to purchase and download apps.

Tap

Galaxy Apps

This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Installing apps

on the Apps screen.

Browse apps by category or tap

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap and download apps where charges apply, tap the button that shows the app’s price.

To change the auto update settings, tap → then select an option.

to search for a keyword.

Settings

INSTALL

→

Auto update apps

. To purchase

, and

Play Store

Use this app to purchase and download apps.

Tap

Play Store

Installing apps

Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.

on the Apps screen.

INSTALL

. To purchase

To change the auto update settings, tap → then select an option.

Settings

Downloading suggested apps

You can view and download dedicated Galaxy device apps.

On the Classic Home screen, tap the and then tap

next to an app.

GALAXY Essentials

widget or the

→

Auto-update apps

GALAXY Gifts

, and

widget,

Basics

Managing apps

Uninstalling or disabling apps

To disable default apps, open the Apps screen, tap → on the apps that you can disable. Select an app and tap

To uninstall downloaded apps, open the Apps screen, tap

Uninstall manager

. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap , select an app, and then tap

UNINSTALL

Settings

Uninstall/Disable apps

DISABLE

→

Enabling apps

On the Apps screen, tap → Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap

→

Disabled

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Hiding apps: Hide apps in the Apps screen only. You can continue to use hidden apps.

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Disabling apps: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device. You cannot use disabled apps.

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Uninstalling apps: Uninstall downloaded apps.

, select an app, and then tap

Show disabled apps

Settings

→

ENABLE

, select apps, and then tap

APPLICATIONS

→

Downloaded apps

APPLICATIONS

→

Application manager

. appears

→

Application

SAVE

Basics

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Entering text

Keyboard layout

A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more.

Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.

line.

Enter punctuation

marks.

Enter uppercase. For

all caps, tap it twice.

Delete a preceding character.

Move the cursor.

Change the

keyboard settings.

Enter a space.

Changing the input language

Tap → more languages, you can switch between the input languages by sliding the space key left or right.

Select input languages

, and then select the languages to use. If you select two or

Using additional keyboard functions

Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of depending on the last function that was used.

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: Enter text by voice.

Start or pause

entering text by

voice.

Basics

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: Switch to handwriting mode.

Switch between

number mode and

character mode.

Switch to the

standard keyboard.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

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: Add an item from the clipboard.

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: Change the keyboard settings.

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: Enter emoticons.

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: Change the keyboard type. You can move the keyboard to another location by

dragging the tab.

Switch to the

standard keyboard.

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