Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (3G) User Manual

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) User ManualGH68-37197E Printed in USAUser ManualManual del Usuario

4Battery Use and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling . . . 125UL Certified Travel Charger . .

Settings 94PINWhen enabled, you enter a numeric PIN (Personal Identification Number), which you create, to unlock the device.1. From the Home sc

95PasswordWhen enabled, you enter an alphanumeric password, which you create, to unlock the device.1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings

Settings 96EncryptionEncrypt deviceAs a security measure, you can encrypt the contents of your device and require a PIN or password to decrypt t

97Device administrationDevice administratorsAdd or remove device administrators, used by some applications when synchronizing with your device.1. From

Settings 98Clear credentialsClear stored credentials.Note: This setting only appears if you have trusted certificates installed.1. From the Hom

99Keyboards and input methodsConfigure text input to your preferences.DefaultChoose the default method for entering text.1. From the Home screen, touc

Settings 100Samsung keyboardConfigure Samsung keyboard, and enable or disable it for text input.1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settin

101• Auto-punctuate: When enabled, a “full stop” (period and space to end a sentence) is automatically inserted when you touch the Space key twice.•Ke

Settings 102Text-to-speech outputText-to-speech provides readout of text. For example, you can have the contents of messages read out to you.1.

103Back up and resetBackup and restoreBack up my dataEnable or disable backup of your current settings and application data to the Google server for t

5Section 1: Getting StartedThis section helps you to quickly start using your device.Understanding this User ManualThe sections of this manual general

Settings 104AccessoryConfigure settings for use with optional accessories (not included).DockConfigure settings for use with an optional dock (n

105AccessibilityAccessibility refers to special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities.SystemAuto-rot

Settings 106Screen timeoutSet the period of time the screen stays on after the last key press or screen touch.1. From the Home screen, touch A

107HearingConfigure settings related to hearing accessibility.1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings ➔ Accessibility.2. Touch Mono audio t

Settings 108Allow mock locationsThis setting is used by developers when developing applications.1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settin

109Show touchesWhen enabled, the screen uses visual feedback to indicate screen touches.1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings ➔ Developer

Settings 110Transition animation scaleChoose a scale for screen transitions.1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings ➔ Developer optio

111About deviceView information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial.1. From the Hom

Health and Safety Information 112Section 8: Health and Safety InformationThis section outlines the safety precautions associated with using your

113The biological effects of radio frequency energy should not be confused with the effects from other types of electromagnetic energy.Very high level

Getting Started 6Special TextIn this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out important informa

Health and Safety Information 114slight increase in brain cancer. However, the authors determined that biases and errors prevented any conclusio

115Cell Phone Industry ActionsAlthough the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the cell phone industry t

Health and Safety Information 116Because there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions from cell phones, there is no reason to believe

117• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):http://www.epa.gov/radtown/wireless-tech.html.• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): http:

Health and Safety Information 118The FCC SAR limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and t

119FCC Part 15 Information to UserPursuant to part 15.21 of the FCC Rules, you are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by S

Health and Safety Information 120Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile devices and their accessories in the areas where you drive.

121• Do not let the GALAXY or battery come in contact with liquids. Liquids can get into the GALAXY’s circuits, leading to corrosion. Even when the GA

Health and Safety Information 122Smart Practices While DrivingOn the Road - Off the PhoneThe primary responsibility of every driver is the safe

123Never mount this device in a manner that will obstruct the driver's clear view of the street and traffic.Never use wireless data services such

7SIM CardYour device uses a 4G LTE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module). The 4G LTE SIM is a small, rectangular plastic card that stores your device numbe

Health and Safety Information 124• Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping the phone or the battery, especially on a hard surface, can potential

125Samsung Mobile Products and RecyclingSamsung cares for the environment and encourages its customers to recycle Samsung mobile devices and genuine S

Health and Safety Information 126Follow local regulations regarding disposal of mobile devices and batteriesDispose of your mobile device and ba

127WARRANTY DISCLAIMER: PROPER USE OF A TOUCH-SCREEN MOBILE DEVICEIf your mobile device has a touch-screen display, please note that a touch-screen re

Health and Safety Information 128• Remain on the mobile device for as long as the emergency responder instructs you.NavigationMaps, directions,

129with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the mobile device.Extreme heat or coldAvoid temperatures below 0°C / 32°F

Health and Safety Information 130that are used. As a result, there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for everyone or for every com

131Operating EnvironmentRemember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch your mobile device off whenever it is forbi

Health and Safety Information 132Implantable Medical DevicesA minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained between a handheld wirel

133or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised to switch the mobile device off while at a refueling point (service station). U

Getting Started 8BatteryYour device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A Charging Head and USB cable are included with the d

Health and Safety Information 134CautionsAny changes or modifications to your mobile device not expressly approved in this document could void y

135• Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of network services to the offender, or legal action, or both.• While

Warranty Information 136Section 9: Warranty InformationStandard Limited WarrantyWhat is covered and for how long?SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMER

137or transmission, or viruses or other software problems introduced into the Product; or (j) Product used or purchased outside the United States. Thi

Warranty Information 138What are the limits on SAMSUNG's liability?THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SETS OUT THE FULL EXTENT OF SAMSUNG'S RESPONS

139This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.What is the procedure for r

Warranty Information 140This arbitration provision also applies to claims against SAMSUNG’s employees, representatives and affiliates if any suc

141Important! Please provide warranty information (proof of purchase) to Samsung’s Customer Care Center in order to provide this service at no charge.

Warranty Information 1422. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS AND OWNERSHIP. Samsung reserves all rights not expressly granted to you in this EULA. The Softw

143Export Administration Regulations, as well as end user, end use, and destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments.8. TERMINATION.

9Turning Your Device On and OffTurning Your Device On Press and hold the Power/Lock Key. While powering on, the device connects with the network, t

Warranty Information 144TIMELINESS, SECURITY, VALIDITY, ACCURACY, OR RELIABILITY OF, OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF, OR OTHERWISE RESPECTING, THE

14511. Limitation of Liability. SAMSUNG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE A

Warranty Information 146difference is not amicably settled, it shall be finally resolved by arbitration in Seoul, Korea in accordance with the A

147IndexAAccountsadding a Google account 31setting up 31Airplane mode 78Applications settingsallow mock locations 108managing 87running services 87USB

148FCC Notice and Cautions 133Folders 24GGmailcomposing and sending 44configuring your account 44managing your account 44syncing your account 4

149QQuick Settings 72RReducing ExposureHands-Free Kits and Other Accessories 115Resetfactory data 103Responsible Listening 129Restricting Children&apo

150VPNadding 69settings 78WWarranty Information 136Widgets 23Wi-Fiadding a connection manually 65scanning and connecting 65settings 72turning o

Getting Started 10Your Google AccountYour new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, Google Tal

11Securing Your DeviceUse your device’s screen lock features to secure your device.Note: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual sta

Getting Started 12Memory CardYour device supports removable microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory cards of up to 64GB capacity, for storage of music, pi

13Section 2: Understanding Your DeviceFeatures• 7-inch WSVGA (1024x600) touchscreen display • 1.2 GHz dual-core processor• 8 GB on-device storage (act

GH68-37197E Printed in KoreaANDROID TABLETUser ManualPlease read this manual before operating yourdevice and keep it for future reference.

Understanding Your Device 14Front• VGA Front Camera: Use when taking pictures and recording video.• Light Sensor: Detects ambient light when Aut

15Sides• Microphone: Capture sound for voice input, recording, and other features.• 3.5mm Headset Jack: Plug in optional headset or earphones (not inc

Understanding Your Device 16Home ScreenNote: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device unlocked, at the Ho

17Extended Home ScreenThe Home screen consists of the Home page, plus pages that extend beyond the display width to provide more space for adding shor

Understanding Your Device 18NavigationWarning! Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger. Using

19Action BarAction Bar is always available at the top of the screen, and updates automatically to provide access to items related to the current appli

Understanding Your Device 20Quick launch / Screen captureQuick launch is a multifunctional soft key on the System Bar, to allow you to quickly l

21Quick SettingsQuick Settings and Notifications display the current date and time, network and battery status, Wi-Fi status and notifications. Touch

Understanding Your Device 22New Gmail Message: You have new Gmail. Touch the icon for additional information.Configure input methods: When the k

23WidgetsPlace widgets on the Home screen for quick access to your favorites.Adding Widgets to the Home screen1. Touch and hold on the Home screen, th

VZW_i705_UM_Eng_LG3_TE_081512_F3Intellectual PropertyAll Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsu

Understanding Your Device 24WallpapersChoose a picture to display in the background of the Home screen and Lock screen. You can choose from pre-

25Entering TextText Input MethodsYour device offers several text input methods:• Samsung keyboard: Enter text by touching keys on a virtual QWERTY key

Understanding Your Device 26Entering Text Using the Samsung KeyboardThe Samsung keyboard is a custom virtual QWERTY keyboard, featuring optional

27Using Google voice typingEnter text by speaking. Google voice typing recognizes your speech and enters text for you.To enable Google voice typing:

Understanding Your Device 28To add words to your word list while entering text:1. Touch , then select Settings next to Samsung keyboard.2. To

29Copying or cutting text1. Touch and hold on the text you want to select to display the selector cursors, then touch and drag the cursors to highli

Understanding Your Device 30Task ManagerYour device can run apps simultaneously, with some apps running in the background. Use Task Manager to s

31Section 3: Accounts and ContactsAccountsYour device provides the ability to synchronize information from a variety of accounts, including Google, a

Accounts and Contacts 32Removing an accountImportant! Removing an account also deletes all of its messages, contacts and other data from the dev

33ContactsCreating Contacts1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Contacts ➔ .2. At the prompt, select an account for saving the contact (options de

MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT

Accounts and Contacts 34Marking Default InformationYou may have many different methods for contacting a contact, such as phone numbers, email ad

35My ProfileMy Profile contains your own contact information, displayed as ME in Contacts. You can send My Profile to friends via Bluetooth, as an att

Accounts and Contacts 36Contacts SettingsChoosing contacts to display1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Contacts.2. Touch Menu ➔ Contacts

37Joining ContactsYour device can synchronize contacts with multiple accounts. When you synchronize contacts with your device, you may have multiple c

Accounts and Contacts 38Importing and Exporting ContactsTo back up and restore your contact information, you can export your contact list to dev

39GroupsAssign contacts to Groups to make searching for contacts faster. For more information about displaying contacts by group, see “Choosing contac

Accounts and Contacts 40FavoritesFavorites are contacts you identify with .Marking Favorites1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Contacts.2

41Merging Contacts with GoogleIf you have contacts stored on your device, you can merge those contacts with your Google account, to back them up and h

Messaging 42Section 4: MessagingThis section describes how to send and receive messages, and other features associated with messaging.Types of M

43Composing and Sending Email1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Email.2. Select an account, then touch Compose.3. Touch fields to enter recipi

For complete statement of limited warranty, please refer to www.samsung.com/us/safe, available on the web and where Samsung smartphone and Galaxy Tab™

Messaging 44GmailSend and receive emails via Gmail, Google’s web-based email.Setting Up Your Gmail AccountThe first time you launch Gmail, your

45Google TalkChat with other Google Talk users.For more information about Google Talk, visit:http://www.google.com/talk/start.htmlNote: Talk requires

Apps 46Section 5: AppsManaging ApplicationsThe Apps screen holds all applications installed on your wireless device. Applications that you downl

47Customizing the Apps ScreenConfigure the Apps screen to suit your preferences.Choosing a view1. From the Home screen, touch Apps.2. Touch Menu ➔

Apps 48AlarmSet alarms for reminders, or for wake-up times.Note: Alarms you set in Alarm are also available in the Analog clock widget. From t

49AllShare Options1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ AllShare.2. Touch to configure options:• Media server name: View or edit the name of your

Apps 50CalendarRecord events and appointments to manage your schedule.Tip: A Calendar widget is available in Widgets. For more information about

51Picture Options1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Camera.2. Use these options to configure the camera:• Self portrait: Switch between the bac

Apps 52Recording VideosUse the Camera to record video.Important! Do not take videos of people without their permission.Do not take videos in pla

53• Settings: –Edit shortcuts: Choose shortcuts to appear on the toolbar. Touch and drag shortcuts between the toolbar and the list.–Self-recording: W

The Bluetooth® word mark, figure mark (stylized “B Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and a

Apps 54–Edit: Open the picture in Photo editor, or video in Video maker, to modify it.–Set picture as: Assign the picture as a Contact photo, or

55EmailSend and receive email using popular email services.For more information, see “Email” on page 42. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Emai

Apps 56LatitudeUse Google Latitude to locate your friends on a map, and share or hide your location. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Lat

57MemoCreate text notes, for updating your status, sharing with friends, or printing on a Samsung printer via Wi-Fi. From the Home screen, touch A

Apps 58My Verizon MobileUse My Verizon Mobile to access self-serve functionality for managing your wireless account directly from your device.No

59LocalGoogle Places is now Google Local, to use your location to help you find nearby destinations, such as restaurants, bars, hotels, attractions, A

Apps 60Play MusicWith Google Play™ Music, you can shop for millions of songs from your favorite artists, including hundreds of free tracks from

61Setup WizardFollow prompts to quickly get started using your new device. Setup Wizard launches automatically the first time you turn on your device,

Apps 62Video MakerCreate a movie, using a video you download or record with Camera, or by combining images. Add audio, to create a soundtrack, t

63World ClockView the date and time in any city. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ World Clock.YouTubeView and upload YouTube videos, right from

1Table of ContentsSection 1: Getting Started ...5Understanding this User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . .5SIM Card . . . . . .

Connections 64Section 6: ConnectionsYour device includes features to connect to the internet and to other devices.Wi-FiWi-Fi is a wireless netwo

65Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi NetworkWhen you turn on Wi-Fi, your device searches for available Wi-Fi connections, then displays them on screen

Connections 66Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct is a standard that allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or

67Mobile HotspotUse the Mobile Hotspot feature to share your device’s internet connection with a PC or other device via Wi-Fi.Note: Using your device

Connections 68Connecting a Device via Mobile HotspotUse the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile Hotspot.1. From the

69Pairing with a Bluetooth DeviceSearch for a Bluetooth device and pair with it, to exchange information between your device and the target device. Af

Connections 70TetheringThe tethering features allow you to share your device’s mobile data network connection with other devices via USB or Blue

71Connecting to a ComputerYou can use a USB cable to connect your device to a Windows computer, and transfer music, pictures, and other files between

Settings 72Section 7: SettingsWireless and networksControl your device’s wireless connections.Wi-FiSet up and manage Wireless Access Points (WAP

73Advanced Wi-Fi settings1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings ➔ Wi-Fi.2. Touch Menu ➔ Advanced: • Auto-connect: When enabled, your devi

2Section 5: Apps ... 46Managing Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Alarm . . . . . . .

Settings 74Mobile HotspotUse Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s mobile data network connection with a PC or other device via Wi-Fi.For more i

75Configure Mobile Hotspot1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings ➔ Mobile Hotspot.2. Touch Configure to configure your Mobile Hotspot’s

Settings 76BluetoothManage Bluetooth connections, set your device’s name, and control your device’s visibility to other devices. Your device sup

77Data usageControl your device’s connection to mobile data service, and monitor your data usage.Turning Mobile data On or Off1. From the Home screen,

Settings 78More Wireless and Network SettingsAirplane modeWhen airplane mode is enabled, all your device’s wireless connections are disabled, an

79Tethering Use Tethering to share your device’s mobile data network connection with a computer that attaches to your device by USB cable or Bluetooth

Settings 80Configuring Wi-Fi Direct1. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings ➔ More settings.2. Touch Wi-Fi Direct to turn Wi-Fi Dir

81View Verizon AccountLaunch the Browser to view information and manage your Verizon account. From the Home screen, touch Apps ➔ Settings ➔ Mor

Settings 82NotificationsDefault notificationsSelect a default ringtone for message, alarm, and other notifications.1. From the Home screen, touc

83Screen timeoutSet the length of delay between the last key press or screen touch and the automatic screen timeout (dim, then lock).1. From the Home

3Video Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Video Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62VPN Client . .

Settings 84More settingsQuick launchSet the function for the Quick Launch multi-functional soft key, available on the System bar next to the Bac

85Power savingSet actions, including turning off services, that the device can take automatically to conserve power when battery power falls below a v

Settings 86StorageMonitor usage for your device’s internal memory, and for installed memory cards.Device memory1. From the Home screen, touch

87Application managerUse Application manager to manage applications on your device. You can download and install applications from Google Play Store,

Settings 88Accounts and syncManage accounts, including your Google, social networking, and Email accounts.Auto-syncWhen enabled, all accounts sy

89Backup Assistant PlusBackup Assistant Plus is a new service that integrates the features and capabilities of Backup Assistant, V CAST Media Manager,

Settings 90My LocationVZW location servicesEnable or disable location service from Verizon Wireless.Note: VZW location services must be enabled

91Google location servicesEnable or disable use of location serivces provided by Google. Important! By selecting Google location services, you are all

Settings 92Face unlockWhen enabled, you unlock the device by looking at the screen. This option offers low security, because someone who looks s

93PatternWhen enabled, you draw a pattern, which you create, on the screen to unlock the device. You can also create a PIN, as a backup unlock.1. From