Samsung SM-T580 User Manual Page 1

www.samsung.comUser ManualSM-T580English (CA). 06/2016. Rev.1.0

Basics10• The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.• If the device receives an unstable power s

Health and Safety100When using the device, mind the following• Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connecti

Health and Safety101Protect your personal data and prevent leakage or misuse of sensitive information• While using your device, be sure to back up imp

Health and Safety102Malware and virusesTo protect your device from malware and viruses, follow these usage tips. Failure to do so may result in damage

Health and Safety103DisclaimerSome content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are protected by copyright, patent,

Health and Safety104Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada NoticeCautionsAny changes or modifications to your device not expressly appr

Health and Safety105All devices must meet the federal standard, which incorporates a substantial margin of safety. As stated above, variations in SAR

CopyrightCopyright © 2016 Samsung ElectronicsThis manual is protected under international copyright laws.No part of this manual may be reproduced, dis

Basics11Memory card (microSD card)Installing a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacity of 200 GB. Depending on the memory ca

Basics12Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage →

Basics13Restarting the deviceIf your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume Down key simultaneously for more t

Basics14TappingTo 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 w

Basics15Double-tappingDouble-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.SwipingSwipe to the left or right on the Home screen or

Basics16Home screenHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps

Basics17Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Home screen to access the available options. Alternatively, on the Home screen, t

Basics18Removing itemsTap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.Creating foldersCreate folders and gather similar appl

Basics19Managing panelsOn the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Home screen to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, swipe to the left, and th

2Table of ContentsBasics4 Read me first5 Package contents6 Device layout8 Battery11 Memory card (microSD card)12 Turning the device on and off13

Basics203 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.4 Tap Enter folder name a

Basics21Indicator iconsIndicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.The stat

Basics22To change the screen lock method, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Screen lock type, and then select a method.Whe

Basics23You can use the following functions on the notification panel.Launch Settings.Tap a notification and perform various actions.Clear all notific

Basics24S FinderSearch for a wide variety of content with a keyword.Searching for content on the deviceOpen the notification panel and tap → S Finde

Basics25Additional keyboard functionsTap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last funct

Basics26Copying and pasting1 Tap and hold over text.2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text.3 Tap Copy or Cut.T

Basics27Opening appsOn the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap and

Basics28Split screen view1 Tap to open the list of recently used apps.2 Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window.The selected app

Basics29Using additional optionsWhen using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access th

Table of Contents370 More connection settings72 Smart Manager74 Applications74 Sound74 Notifications75 Do not disturb75 Display76 Advanced feature

Basics30• : Minimize the window.• : Maximize the window.• : Close the app.Adjusting the window sizeDrag the circle between the app windows up or do

Basics31Moving pop-up windowsTo move a pop-up window, tap and hold the circle on a window and drag it to a new location.Samsung accountIntroductionYou

Basics323 Enter your email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN.If you forget your account information, tap Forgotten your ID or password? You c

Basics33Transferring data wirelesslyTransfer data from your previous device to your device.1 On the previous device, download and install Smart Switch

Basics34Transferring backup data from a computerBack up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.1 On the compu

Basics35Device and data managementConnecting the device to a computer for data transferMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the devi

Basics36Updating with Smart SwitchConnect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software.1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.c

Basics37Using a Google accountOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Backup and reset → Back up my data for the Google account, and then tap the switch to

Basics38Connecting to other devices1 Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect.The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features are activated automatically.If

Basics39Connecting to a TVConnect your device and a TV to view the device’s content on the larger screen. You may be able to use more features dependi

4BasicsRead me firstPlease read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.• Descriptions are based on the device’s default set

Basics40Streaming content on the registered TVIf you register a TV to your device, you can more easily connect to the TV while playing content.When yo

41ApplicationsInstalling or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsPurchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialized for Samsung Galaxy devi

Applications42Managing appsUninstalling or disabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstal

Applications43ContactsIntroductionCreate new contacts or manage contacts on the device.Adding contactsCreating contacts manually1 Tap Contacts on the

Applications44Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:• Scroll up or down the contacts list.• D

Applications45InternetIntroductionBrowse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently.Brows

Applications46Using secret modeIn secret mode, you can separately save and manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode usin

Applications47EmailSetting up email accountsSet up an email account when opening Email for the first time.1 Tap Email on the Apps screen.2 Enter the e

Applications48CameraIntroductionTake photos and record videos using various modes and settings.Basic shootingYou can take photos or record videos. Vie

Applications49Camera settingsQuick settingsRecord a videoTake a photoSwitch between the front and rear camerasShooting modesPreview thumbnailCurrent m

Basics5Instructional iconsWarning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersCaution: situations that could cause damage to your device

Applications50Auto modeAuto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the preview screen, tap

Applications51HDR (Rich tone)Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas.On the preview screen, tap MODE → HDR (

Applications52NightTake a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.On the preview screen, tap MODE → Night.Beauty faceTake a photo with

Applications53• : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.• : Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher re

Applications54GalleryIntroductionView and manage photos and videos stored in the device.Viewing images1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.2 Select an ima

Applications55Viewing videos1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.2 Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail.Change scr

Applications56Deleting images or videosDeleting an image or a videoSelect an image or a video and tap Delete at the bottom of the screen.Deleting mult

Applications57Select a calendar to use or sync with.Attach a map showing the location of the event.Enter the location of the event.Enter a title.Set a

Applications58My FilesAccess and manage various files stored in the device.On the Apps screen, tap My Files.View files by category or view files store

Applications59ClockIntroductionSet alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration.ALARMOn t

Basics6Device layoutVolume keyBack keyMemory card slotPower keyFront cameraTouchscreenLight sensorRecents keyHome keyHeadset jackGPS antennaMultipurpo

Applications60STOPWATCH1 On the Apps screen, tap Clock → STOPWATCH.2 Tap START to time an event.To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP.3 T

Applications61Kids ModeUse this widget to provide a fun and safe environment for children by restricting children’s access to certain apps or content.

Applications62Use this app to take photos or videos.Use this app to view saved images, drawings, voice recordings, and media files that you allow your

Applications63Kids mode play areaIn the Play Area you can interact with characters, background objects, and more.Parental controlUse this feature to s

Applications64Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer

Applications65PhotosSearch for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.HangoutsChat with your friends individua

66SettingsIntroductionCustomize settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalized by configuring various setting options.On

Settings67Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.1 On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi

Settings68Ending the device connection1 Tap Wi-Fi on the Settings screen.2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct.The device displays the connected devices in the list.3 Ta

Settings69Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device

Basics7• Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations: –If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the de

Settings70Airplane modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.On the Settings screen, tap Airplane

Settings71PrintingConfigure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct,

Settings72Smart ManagerIntroductionThe Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. Y

Settings73BatteryOn the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager → Battery.Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with lo

Settings74ApplicationsManage the device’s apps and change their settings.On the Settings screen, tap Applications.• Application manager: View and mana

Settings75• Hide content on lock screen: Hide the content of notifications from the selected app when the device is locked.• More settings: Customize

Settings76Advanced featuresActivate advanced features and change the settings that control them.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features.Excessiv

Settings77Adding users1 On the Settings screen, tap Users.2 Tap Add user or profile → User → OK → SET UP NOW.The device will switch to a new user acco

Settings78Managing usersWhen using the owner account, you can delete accounts or change the settings for restricted accounts.To delete a user account,

Settings79Lock screen and securityChange the settings for securing the device.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security.The available optio

Basics8BatteryCharging the batteryCharge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.Use only Samsu

Settings80PrivacyOptionsChange the settings for maintaining your privacy.On the Settings screen, tap Privacy.• Location: Change settings for location

Settings81Hiding content1 On the Apps screen, launch an app to hide items.2 Select an item and tap MORE → Move to Private.If private mode is not activ

Settings82Automatically deactivating private modeYou can set the device to automatically deactivate private mode each time the screen turns off.1 On t

Settings83AccountsAdd your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with.Adding accountsSome apps used on your device require a registe

Settings84Backup and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset.• Back up my data: Back up y

Settings85BatteryView battery power information and change power saving options.On the Settings screen, tap Battery.The usage time left shows the time

Settings86Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.On the Settings screen, tap Date a

87AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your dev

Appendix88The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly• If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen

Appendix89The Internet is often disconnected• Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.• When you are in areas with weak signals

Basics9Viewing the remaining charging timeWhile charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Battery.The actual charging time may vary dep

Appendix90Error messages appear when launching the cameraYour device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera app

Appendix91Another Bluetooth device is not located• Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.• Ensure that the Bluetooth

Appendix92A small gap appears around the outside of the device case• This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration

93Health and SafetyThis safety information contains content for mobile devices. Some content may be not applicable to your device. To prevent injury t

Health and Safety94• Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating.Protect the devi

Health and Safety95Caution: Failure to comply with safety cautions and regulations can cause injury or property damageDo not use your device near othe

Health and Safety96• Do not use your device at refueling points (gas stations), near fuels or chemicals, or in blasting areas.• Do not store or carry

Health and Safety97Care for and use your mobile device properlyKeep your device dry• Humidity and liquids may damage the parts or electronic circuits

Health and Safety98• If anyone related to you has experienced seizures or blackouts while using a similar device, consult a physician before using the

Health and Safety99Do not paint or put stickers on your device• Paint and stickers can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation.• If you are all