Samsung SM-T813 User Manual

www.samsung.comUser ManualEnglish (CA). 04/2016. Rev.1.0SM-T713SM-T813

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 Safety100device to determine whether or not the equipment will be affected by radio frequencies emitted by the device.• On an aircraft, usi

Health and Safety101• Position your device within easy reach. Make sure you can access your wireless device without taking your eyes off the road.• Su

Health and Safety102Do not use your device or applications for a while if the device is overheated• Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated d

Health and Safety103• Make sure the headset cable does not become entangled in your arms or on nearby objects.Do not carry your device in your back po

Health and Safety104When using the device, mind the following• Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connecti

Health and Safety105• Check your accounts regularly for unapproved or suspicious use. If you find any sign of misuse of your personal information, con

Health and Safety106Correct disposal of batteries in this productThe battery incorporated in this product is not user replaceable. For information on

Health and Safety107Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada NoticeCautionsAny changes or modifications to your device not expressly appr

Health and Safety108All devices must meet the federal standard, which incorporates a substantial margin of safety. As stated above, variations in SAR

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Basics11Memory card (microSD card)Installing a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacity of 128 GB. Depending on the memory ca

Basics121 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the memory card tray to loosen the memory card tray.Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular t

Basics13Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.On

Basics14Touchscreen• Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscre

Basics15Tapping and holdingTap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.DraggingTo move an item, tap and hol

Basics16SwipingSwipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a w

Basics17Home screenHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps

Basics18Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Home screen to access the available options. Alternatively, on the Home screen, t

Basics19Moving itemsTap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location.You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcut

2Table of ContentsBasics4 Read me first5 Package contents6 Device layout8 Battery11 Memory card (microSD card)13 Turning the device on and off14

Basics203 Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name.To change the folder colour, tap .To add more apps to the folder, tap , tick the apps, and the

Basics21Creating foldersCreate folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps you want.This feature may not be available de

Basics22Rearranging itemsYou can rearrange items in alphabetical order on the Apps screen.On the Apps screen, tap A-Z → SAVE.Searching for itemsYou ca

Basics23Lock screenPressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not u

Basics24Notification panelUsing the notification panelWhen you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more inform

Basics25Using quick setting buttonsTap quick setting buttons to activate some features. Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area, or tap to vie

Basics26Entering textKeyboard layoutA keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send emails, create memos, and more.Text entry is not supp

Basics27Additional keyboard functionsTap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last funct

Basics28Copying 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

Basics29Screen captureCapture a screenshot while using the device.Capturing screenshotsPress and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously. Y

Table of Contents387 Accessibility87 Accounts88 Backup and reset89 Language and input89 Battery90 Storage90 Accessories90 Date and time91 User man

Basics30Opening 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

Basics31Split 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

Basics32Using additional optionsWhen using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access th

Basics33• : Minimize the window.• : Maximize the window.• : Close the app.Adjusting the window sizeDrag the circle between the app windows up or do

Basics34Moving pop-up windowsTo move a pop-up window, tap and hold the circle on a window and drag it to a new location.Launching the pop-up view from

Basics35Registering your Samsung accountRegistering a new Samsung accountIf you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one.1 On the Apps scr

Basics36Transferring data from your previous deviceYou can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch.The following

Basics373 On your device, open the Apps screen and tap Smart Switch.4 On your device, select the previous device type from the list and tap START.5 Fo

Basics38Device and data managementConnecting the device to a computer for data transferMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the devi

Basics39Updating with Smart SwitchConnect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software.1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.c

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

Basics40Using 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

Basics41Connecting to other devices1 Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect.The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features are activated automatically.If

Basics42Connecting 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

Basics43Streaming 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

44ApplicationsInstalling or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsPurchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialized for Samsung Galaxy devi

Applications45Managing appsUninstalling or disabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstal

Applications46ContactsIntroductionCreate new contacts or manage contacts on the device.Adding contactsCreating contacts manually1 Tap Contacts on the

Applications47Searching for contactsOn the Apps screen, tap Contacts.Use one of the following search methods:• Scroll up or down the contacts list.• D

Applications48InternetIntroductionBrowse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently.Brows

Applications49Using secret modeIn secret mode, you can separately save and manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode usin

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

Applications50EmailSetting 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

Applications51CameraIntroductionTake photos and record videos using various modes and settings.Basic shootingYou can take photos or record videos. Vie

Applications52Camera settingsQuick settingsRecord a video.Take a photo.Switch between the front and rear cameras.Shooting modesPreview thumbnailCurren

Applications53Locking the focus and exposureStrong light/dark contrast and the subject being outside the auto focus area may make it difficult to achi

Applications54PanoramaTake a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene.On the preview screen, t

Applications55SelfieTake self-portraits with the front camera.1 On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits.2 Tap MO

Applications56Downloading modesDownload more shooting modes from Galaxy Apps.On the preview screen, tap MODE → Download.Some downloaded shooting modes

Applications57Camera settingsOn the preview screen, tap .The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used

Applications58GalleryIntroductionView and manage photos and videos stored in the device.Viewing images1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.2 Select an ima

Applications59Viewing videos1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.2 Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail.Change scr

Basics6Device layoutTouchscreenLight sensorRecents keyHome key (Fingerprint recognition sensor)Back keyLoud speakerHeadset jackVolume keyPower keyFron

Applications60Deleting images or videosDeleting an image or a videoSelect an image or a video and tap Delete at the bottom of the screen.Deleting mult

Applications61S PlannerIntroductionManage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner.Creating events1 Tap S Planner on the App

Applications62Creating tasks1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen.2 Tap TASKS.3 Enter task details and tap TODAY or TOMORROW to set a due date.To add mor

Applications63MemoCreate memos and organize them by category.On the Apps screen, tap Memo.Composing memosTap on the memos list and enter a memo. Whi

Applications64ALARMOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → ALARM.Setting alarmsSet an alarm time and tap SAVE.To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap t

Applications65STOPWATCH1 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

Applications66Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer

Applications67PhotosSearch for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.HangoutsChat with your friends individua

68SettingsIntroductionCustomize settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalized by configuring various setting options.On

Settings693 Tap CONNECT.• Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without req

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

Settings703 Tap Share → Wi-Fi Direct and select a device to transfer the image to.4 Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device.If

Settings71Pairing with other Bluetooth devices1 On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it.The detected devices are

Settings72Unpairing Bluetooth devices1 Tap Bluetooth on the Settings screen.The device displays the paired devices in the list.2 Tap next to the devi

Settings73• VPN: Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).• Ethernet: The Ethernet option is available when an Ethernet adapter is connec

Settings74Smart ManagerIntroductionThe Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. Y

Settings75BatteryOn the Settings screen, tap Smart Manager → Battery.Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with lo

Settings76ApplicationsManage the device’s apps and change their settings.On the Settings screen, tap Applications.• Application manager: View and mana

Settings77Do not disturbSet the device to mute notification sounds, except for allowed exceptions.On the Settings screen, tap Sound→ Do not disturb.•

Settings78DisplayChange the display settings.On the Settings screen, tap Display.• Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the display.• Font: Change the

Settings79• Palm swipe to capture: Set the device to capture a screenshot when you swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen. You can vie

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

Settings80Lock screen and securityOptionsChange the settings for securing the device.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security.The availabl

Settings81Fingerprint recognitionIn order for fingerprint recognition to function, your fingerprint information needs to be registered and stored in y

Settings82• If you bend your finger or use a fingertip, the device may not recognize your fingerprints. Make sure to cover the entire Home key with yo

Settings83Verifying the Samsung account passwordUse fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead of enterin

Settings84Unlocking the screen with fingerprintsYou can unlock the screen with your fingerprint instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.1 On the

Settings85Private modeHide personal content in your device to prevent others from accessing it.Activating private mode1 On the Settings screen, tap Pr

Settings86Viewing hidden contentYou can view hidden items only when private mode is activated.1 On the Settings screen, tap Privacy → Private mode, an

Settings87AccessibilityConfigure various settings to improve accessibility to the device.On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility.• Vision: Customize

Settings883 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.To sync content with your accounts, select an account and select items to

Settings89Language and inputSelect device languages and change settings, such as keyboards and voice input types. Some options may not be available de

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

Settings90StorageView memory information for your device.On the Settings screen, tap Storage.The actual available capacity of the internal memory is l

Settings91User manualView help information to learn how to use the device and apps or configure important settings.On the Settings screen, tap User ma

92AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your dev

Appendix93The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly• If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen

Appendix94The Internet is often disconnected• Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.• When you are in areas with weak signals

Appendix95Error messages appear when launching the cameraYour device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera app

Appendix96Another Bluetooth device is not located• Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.• Ensure that the Bluetooth

Appendix97There is not enough space in the device’s storageDelete unnecessary data, such as cache, using the Smart manager or manually delete unused a

98Health and SafetyThis safety information contains content for mobile devices. Some content may be not applicable to your device. To prevent injury t

Health and Safety99• Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating.Protect the devi