Samsung SM-T827 User Manual Page 1

www.samsung.comUser ManualEnglish. 05/2017. Rev.1.1SM-T827

Basics10Device layoutDeviceBack keyMultipurpose jack (USB Type-C)Front cameraPower keyVolume keyMicrophoneMicrophoneSpeakerTouchscreenRecents keyHome

Applications100Pinning a note to the Home screenPin a note to the Home screen to quickly view it or open and edit it.1 On the Apps screen, tap Samsung

Applications101PEN.UPIntroductionPEN.UP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork, view others’ artwork,

Applications102Posting your artworkPost your artwork created in Samsung Notes or other drawing apps to PEN.UP.1 On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → PEN.

Applications103Viewing artworkSelect a post you want to view. While viewing artwork, you can add comments or set it as a favourite. You can also downl

Applications1043 Enter event details.Select a calendar to use or sync with.Set a start and end date for the event.Attach a map showing the location of

Applications105Samsung FlowIntroductionSamsung Flow allows you to easily connect your tablet to your smartphone. You can share contents between the co

Applications106My FilesAccess and manage various files stored in the device.On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → My Files.View files that are stored in e

Applications107WORLD CLOCKOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → WORLD CLOCK.Creating clocksTap , enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and the

Applications108CalculatorPerform simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Apps screen.To clear the history, tap CLEAR HISTORY.Google appsG

Applications109DriveStore your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.YouTubeWatch or create videos and share them wi

Basics11Main antennaKeyboard dock portRear cameraSpeakerSpeakerFlashGPS antennaThe device and the Keyboard Cover (sold separately) contain magnets. Th

110SettingsIntroductionCustomise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.On

Settings1113 Tap CONNECT.•Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without re

Settings1123 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

Settings113Pairing with other Bluetooth devices1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it.The detec

Settings114Unpairing Bluetooth devices1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth.The device displays the paired devices in the list.2 Tap

Settings115Limiting data usageSet the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches

Settings116Using the mobile hotspotUse your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices.1 On the Setti

Settings117LocationChange settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Location.•Locating method: Select a

Settings118Adding printer plug-insAdd printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More

Settings119Download boosterSet the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. A stronger Wi-Fi s

Basics12KeysKey FunctionPower•Press and hold to turn the device on or off.•Press to turn on or lock the screen.Recents•Tap to open the list of rece

Settings120•Touch sounds: Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on the touchscreen.•Screen lock sounds: Set the device to sound w

Settings121•Screen mode: Change the screen mode to adjust the display’s colour and contrast.•Screen zoom and font: Change the screen zoom setting or

Settings122Advanced featuresOptionsActivate advanced features and change the settings that control them.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features.

Settings123Device maintenanceThe device maintenance feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system secu

Settings124BatteryCheck the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activat

Settings125MemoryOn the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Memory.To speed up your device by reducing the amount of RAM you are using, tick app

Settings126•Fingerprints: Register your fingerprint to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Fingerprint recog

Settings127•This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.•Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics o

Settings128Registering fingerprints1 On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen l

Settings129Using fingerprints to sign in to accountsYou can use your fingerprints to sign in to webpages that support password saving.This feature is

Basics13Name FunctionsS Pen nib•Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen. The Recents key and the Back key can be used wi

Settings130Cloud and accountsIntroductionSync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud, or reset your device. You can also register

Settings131AccountsAdd your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with.Adding accountsSome apps used on your device require a regist

Settings132Adding users1 On the Settings screen, tap Cloud and accounts → Users.2 Tap Add user or profile → User → OK → SET UP NOW.The device will swi

Settings133Managing usersWhen using the owner account, you can delete accounts or change the settings for restricted accounts.To delete a user account

Settings134•Hearing: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for users with hearing impairment.•Dexterity and interaction: Customise the set

Settings135Software updateUpdate your device’s software or change the update settings.On the Settings screen, tap Software update.•Download updates m

136AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your de

Appendix137The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen

Appendix138The Internet is often disconnected•Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.•When you are in areas with weak signal

Appendix139Error messages appear when launching the cameraYour device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera ap

Basics142 Insert a new nib into the S Pen.Be careful not to pinch your fingers with the tweezers.•Do not reuse old nibs. Doing so may cause the S Pen

Appendix140Another Bluetooth device is not located•Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.•Ensure that the Bluetooth

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Basics15BatteryCharging the batteryCharge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.Use only Sams

Basics16Viewing the remaining charging timeWhile charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance → Battery.The actual char

Basics17•If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from t

Basics18Power saving modeActivate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.1 On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance

Basics19SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)Installing the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.U

2Table of ContentsBasics4 Read me first6 Device overheating situations and solutions9 Package contents10 Device layout15 Battery19 SIM or USIM ca

Basics201 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, t

Basics21Correct card installationNano-SIM cardmicroSD cardUse only a nano-SIM card.Removing the SIM or USIM card1 Insert the ejection pin into the hol

Basics22Memory card (microSD card)Installing a memory cardYour device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not

Basics231 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, t

Basics243 Place a memory card on the tray 2 with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.Tray 2Tray 14 Gently press the memory card into the tray

Basics25Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.On

Basics26Controlling the touchscreen•Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cau

Basics27Tapping 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

Basics28SwipingSwipe 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

Basics29Home screenHome screenThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps

Table of Contents3Settings110 Introduction110 Connections119 Sounds and vibration120 Notifications120 Display121 Wallpaper122 Advanced features123

Basics30Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise t

Basics31Removing itemsTap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove shortcut, Delete, or Remove at the top of the screen.Creating foldersCreate fol

Basics32Managing panelsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap

Basics333 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

Basics34Indicator 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

Basics35Lock 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

Basics36•None: Do not set a screen lock method.•Fingerprints: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for

Basics37You can use the following functions on the notification panel.Launch Settings.Switch between user accounts or add new user accounts.Tap a noti

Basics38FinderSearch for a variety of content with a keyword or search for nearby devices.Searching for content or nearby devicesOpen the notification

Basics39Changing the input languageTap and hold , tap → Languages and types → MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES, and then select the languages to use. When yo

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

Basics40Copying 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

Basics41Smart captureYou can capture the current screen and scrollable area. You can also immediately crop and share the captured screen.If this featu

Basics42S Pen featuresAir commandTo open the Air command panel, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button. You can also tap the Air c

Basics43Air command iconWhen the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen. You can open the Air command panel by ta

Basics44Screen writeCapture screenshots to write or draw on them.1 When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap Scree

Basics45TranslateHover the S Pen over a word to translate it.•To use this feature, the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.•This f

Basics46Add shortcutsAdd shortcuts to frequently used apps or functions to the Air command panel.On the Air command panel, tap Add shortcuts and selec

Basics47Using Air ButtonHovering the S Pen over items in some apps, such as Gallery, will display Air Button on the preview window. You can perform va

Basics48Direct pen inputFill in forms and write messages using your handwriting with the S Pen.1 Hover the S Pen over a text field.2 Tap to open the

Basics49Screen off memoYou can quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it.To activate this feature, open the Apps screen, tap

Basics5•Be careful not to forget your unlock codes for the screen lock, accounts, and other security features. If you forget an unlock code, you will

Basics50Secure FolderIntroductionSecure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as photos and notes, from being accessed by others. You ca

Basics51Creating Secure Folder1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Secure Folder.2 Tap SIGN IN and sign in to your Samsung

Basics52Adding appsAdd an app to use in Secure Folder.1 On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Secure Folder.2 Tap Add apps.3 Tick one or more apps install

Basics53Uninstalling Secure FolderYou can uninstall Secure Folder, including the content and apps in it.1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock scre

Basics54Split 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

Basics55Adjusting the window sizeDrag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.Sharing text or images between wind

Basics56Minimising the split screen viewPress the Home key to minimise the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status bar. The app in the

Basics57Samsung accountIntroductionYour Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided

Basics58Removing your Samsung accountWhen you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also

Basics59Transferring data from a mobile deviceTransfer data from your previous device to your device.1 On the previous device, download and install Sm

Basics6Device overheating situations and solutionsWhen the device heats up while charging the batteryWhile charging, the device and the charger may be

Basics602 On the computer, launch Smart Switch.If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by

Basics61Device and data managementConnecting the device to a computer for data transferMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the devi

Basics62Updating with Smart SwitchConnect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software.1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.c

Basics63Using a Google accountOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Backup and restore and tap the Back up my data switch for the Go

Basics64Connecting to other devices1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap Search tablet and scan for n

Basics655 Select a feature and follow the on-screen instructions to use the feature.Available features may vary depending on the TV.•View tablet on T

Basics66Sharing featuresShare content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images.You may incur additiona

67ApplicationsInstalling or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsPurchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devi

Applications68Managing appsUninstalling or disabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap → Edit. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or unin

Applications69ContactsIntroductionCreate new contacts or manage contacts on the device.Adding contactsCreating a new contact1 Tap Contacts on the Apps

Basics7•When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods–When playing high-quality games for extended periods–When record

Applications70Importing contactsAdd contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.1 Tap Contacts on the Apps screen.2 Tap → Settings

Applications71Sharing contactsYou can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.1 Tap Contacts on the Apps screen.2 Tap → Share.3

Applications72MessagesIntroductionSend and view messages by conversation.Sending messagesYou may incur additional charges for sending messages when yo

Applications73Viewing messagesMessages are grouped into message threads by contact.You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you ar

Applications743 Change the notification settings.•Notification sound: Change the notification sound.•Vibrate when sound plays: Set the device to vib

Applications75To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.Move between pages.Close the tab.Open a new tab.Bookmark the cur

Applications76Changing security settingsYou can change your password or the lock method.Tap → Settings → Privacy → Secret mode security → Change pass

Applications77Reading emailsWhen Email is open, the device will automatically retrieve new emails. To manually retrieve emails, swipe downwards on the

Applications78Using swipe gesturesQuickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the shooting mode, switch betw

Applications79Viewing filter effectsOne the preview screen, swipe from the right to the left to open the filter effects list. You can apply a unique f

Basics8Device limitations when the device overheatsWhen the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to

Applications80•The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used.•The camera automatically shuts off when un

Applications81Auto modeAuto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the shooting modes list,

Applications82HyperlapseRecord scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos. The frame rate is automatically adjusted t

Applications83Applying beauty effectsYou can modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self-portraits.This feature i

Applications843 Face the front camera lens.4 When the device detects your face, show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, a cou

Applications85Continuous shotTake a series of photos of moving subjects.On the shooting modes list, tap Continuous shot.Tap and hold to take several

Applications86FoodTake photos of food with more vibrant colours.1 On the shooting modes list, tap Food.2 Tap the screen and drag the circular frame ov

Applications872 Place a subject in the centre of the preview screen and tap .3 Move the device around the subject slowly in one direction to take mor

Applications88Camera settingsQuick settingsOn the preview screen, use the following quick settings.The available options may vary depending on the sho

Applications89COMMON•Timer: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.•Video stabilisation: Activate anti-shake t

Basics9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•S Pen•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any av

Applications90Viewing images and videosViewing images1 On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → PICTURES.2 Select an image.Access additional options.Move to

Applications91Viewing videos1 On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → PICTURES.2 Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnai

Applications92Creating storiesCreate stories with various themes.1 On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → STORIES.2 Tap → Create story.3 Tick images or v

Applications93Deleting multiple images and videos1 On the main Gallery screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete.2 Tick the images or videos

Applications94Using Game Launcher1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features → Games → Game Launcher and tap the switch to activate it.Game

Applications95Using Game ToolsYou can set the Game Tools icon to be displayed as a floating icon on game screens.On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Ad

Applications96Samsung NotesIntroductionCreate notes by entering text from the keyboard or by writing or drawing on the screen with the S Pen. You can

Applications97Composing notes in handwriting modeOn the note composer screen, tap Pen to write or draw with the S Pen.UndoRedoPen modeEraser modeSelec

Applications982 Tap an area to erase.The whole line on the area will be erased. The line eraser can erase your note line by line.•To only erase the a

Applications993 Edit the input using the available options.•Cut: Cut out the input. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and t