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  • Page 1 SM-T520 User Manual www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    • Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider other than Samsung. • Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software.
  • Page 3 No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
  • Page 4 About this manual Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® ™ ™ ™ • Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Protected Setup , Wi-Fi Direct...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Google+ Photos Basics Indicator icons Web & network Using the touch screen Internet Control motions Chrome Palm motions Bluetooth Samsung Smart Pause Screen Mirroring Activating Multi Window e-Meeting Notifications SideSync 3.0 Home screen Applications screen Using applications Media Help Music...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Travel & local Gallery Video Maps YouTube Flipboard Troubleshooting Application & media stores Play Store Settings Samsung Apps About Settings Play Books Connections Play Newsstand 100 Device Play Movies 105 Controls Play Music 108 General Play Games...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Device layout Volume button Front camera Power button IrLED Light sensor Speaker Touch screen Home button Recent apps button Memory card slot Microphone Multipurpose jack Back button Rear camera Headset jack Flash Speaker GPS antenna...

  • Page 8: Buttons

    Getting started • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions. • Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    • Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

  • Page 10: Charging The Battery

    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. • When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
  • Page 11 • 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.

  • Page 12: Inserting A Memory Card

    Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customizing these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: • When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. •...

  • Page 13: Removing The Memory Card

    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 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.

  • Page 14: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting started 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. → Settings → General → Storage → Format SD card → On the Home screen, tap Format SD card →...

  • Page 15: Holding The Device

    Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode.

  • Page 16: Switching To Silent Mode

    Getting started Switching to silent mode Use one of the following methods: • Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode. • Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Mute or Vibrate. • Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap Sound or Vibrate. Talkback TalkBack is an Accessibility Service that helps blind and vision-impaired users interact with their devices more easily by adding spoken, audible, and vibration feedback.

  • Page 17: Basics

    Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. Icon Meaning Wi-Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS activated Smart screen feature activated Synced with the web Connected to computer Alarm activated...

  • Page 18: Using The Touch Screen

    Basics Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 19 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
  • Page 20 Basics Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return. Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts.

  • Page 21: Control Motions

    Basics Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out. Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap →...
  • Page 22 Basics To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation. • Some applications do not allow screen rotation. • Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image.

  • Page 23: Palm Motions

    Basics Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Palm motions Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen. Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, →...

  • Page 24: Samsung Smart Pause

    Basics Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback. Samsung Smart Pause Use this feature to pause videos when you look away from the screen. → Settings → Controls → Smart screen, and then tick Smart On the Home screen, tap pause.

  • Page 25: Activating Multi Window

    Basics Activating Multi Window Use this feature to run two applications on the screen at the same time. • Only applications on the Multi Window panel can run. • When launching applications that contain multimedia files, such as music or videos, sound from both files will be played.
  • Page 26 Basics Using Multi Window applications While using Multi Window applications, select an application window, tap the circle between the application windows, and then use one of the following: • : Open a list of recently-used applications in the selected window. •...

  • Page 27: Notifications

    Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 28: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and more. The Home screen has two different kinds of panels. The Magazine panel displays Magazine widgets and the Standard panel displays shortcuts to applications and widgets.
  • Page 29 Basics • Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges. • The widgets available may vary depending on the region or service provider. → Widgets. Scroll left or right on the widgets panel, and then On the Home screen, tap tap and hold a widget to add it to the Home screen.

  • Page 30: Applications Screen

    Basics Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen. Tap and hold the empty area on the Standard panel, tap Home screen, and then select one of the following: • Gallery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the Internet.

  • Page 31: Using Applications

    Basics Installing applications Use application stores, such as Play Store and Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications Tap → Uninstall/disable apps, and then select an application to uninstall it. Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled.

  • Page 32: Help

    Access help information to learn how to use the device and applications or configure important settings. Tap Samsung → Help on the Applications screen. Select a category to view tips. To sort categories by an alphabetical order, tap To search for keywords, tap Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.
  • Page 33 Basics Entering uppercase before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice. Changing the keyboard type Tap and hold , and then tap to change the keyboard type. On the floating keyboard, tap and hold and move the floating keyboard to another location.

  • Page 34: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Basics Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays what you speak. If the device does not recognize your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list. To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language.

  • Page 35: Setting Up Accounts

    Select the network in the networks list, and then tap Forget. Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device.

  • Page 36: Setting Up User Profiles

    Basics Removing accounts On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts, select an account type under My accounts, select the account to remove, and then tap Remove account. Setting up user profiles Set up user profiles and then select one when unlocking the device to use personalized settings.
  • Page 37 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer. Transfer files between your device and the computer.

  • Page 38: Securing The Device

    Basics Securing the device Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it. Setting a pattern On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Device → Lock screen → Screen lock → Pattern.

  • Page 39: Upgrading The Device

    Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it. Upgrading the device The device can be upgraded to the latest software.

  • Page 40: Communication

    Communication Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Tap Contacts. Creating a contact and enter contact information. • : Add an image. • : Add or delete a contact field. Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact...

  • Page 41: Searching For Contacts

    Tap → Merge accounts → Merge with Google. Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with in the contacts list. Moving contacts to Samsung Tap → Merge accounts → Merge with Samsung. Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list.

  • Page 42: Importing And Exporting Contacts

    Communication Importing and exporting contacts Tap Contacts. Importing contacts Tap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an import option. Exporting contacts Tap → Settings → Import/Export, and then select an export option. Sharing contacts Tap → Share namecard via → Multiple contacts, select contacts, tap Done, and then select a sharing method.

  • Page 43: Contact Groups

    Communication Contact groups Tap Groups. Create a group and enter the group name, tap Add member to add members to the group, and then tap Save. Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap → Add member. Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Managing groups Tap , and then take one of the following actions: •...

  • Page 44: Email

    Tap → Share namecard via → Selected contact, and then select a sharing method. Email Use this application to send or view email messages. Tap Samsung → Email on the Applications screen. Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time.
  • Page 45 Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. • If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

  • Page 46: Gmail

    Communication Gmail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Google → Gmail on the Applications screen. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • This application may be labeled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 47 Communication Reading messages Search for a message. Keep the message for long-term storage. Compose a message. Delete the message. Access additional options. Access additional options. Add this email address to the contacts list. Forward the message. Preview attachment. Reply to the message. Mark the message as a reminder.

  • Page 48: Hangouts

    Communication Hangouts Use this application to chat with others. Tap Google → Hangouts on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results to start chatting.

  • Page 49: Photos

    Communication Photos Use this application to view and share images or videos via Google’s social network services. Tap Google → Photos on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select one of the following categories: •...

  • Page 50: Web & Network

    Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. Tap to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next to the web address.

  • Page 51: Chrome

    Web & network History → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap Saved pages → Saved pages. To view saved webpages, tap Links Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy. To view saved links, use Downloads.

  • Page 52: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.

  • Page 53: Screen Mirroring

    Web & network Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Applications screen, tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto- generated passkey on both devices to confirm. Sending and receiving data Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth.

  • Page 54: E-Meeting

    Tap Remote PC on the Applications screen. Tap Start to start using this application. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow the on- screen instructions to create a Samsung account. Registering your computer Before using this application, you must register your computer with your Samsung account and install the Agent on your computer.

  • Page 55: Sidesync 3.0

    Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct. You can also easily transfer files between your device and the smartphone and enter text using your device’s keyboard. Tap Samsung → SideSync 3.0 on the Applications screen. To start SideSync 3.0, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install and...

  • Page 56: Media

    Media Music Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play.

  • Page 57: Creating Playlists

    Media To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Player → Smart Volume. When Smart Volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing.

  • Page 58: Camera

    Media Camera Use this application to take photos or videos. Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 65) Tap Camera on the Applications screen. • The camera automatically shuts off when unused. • Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.

  • Page 59: Shooting Mode

    Media Shooting mode Several photo effects are available. Tap MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen. • Auto: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.
  • Page 60 Media • Rich tone (HDR): Use this to take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. • Eraser: Use this to erase the movements of moving subjects in the background. to take a series of photos. The device erases traces of movement from a moving subject.

  • Page 61: Taking A Video

    Media Applying filter effects Use the filter effects to take unique photos or videos. and select a filter effect. The available options vary by mode. Taking videos Taking a video to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap While recording, use the following actions: •...

  • Page 62: Zooming In And Out

    Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods: • Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video.
  • Page 63 Media Share shot Tap → , and then select one of the following: • Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct. • Buddy photo share: Set the device to recognize a person’s face that you have tagged in a photo and send it to that person.
  • Page 64 Media • Location tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. • To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions. •...

  • Page 65: Gallery

    Media Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. Tap Gallery on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Viewing images Launching Gallery displays available folders.

  • Page 66: Playing Videos

    Media Playing videos Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap Trimming segments of a video Select a video, and then tap Trim. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then tap Done.

  • Page 67: Deleting Images

    Media Modifying images When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions: • Rotate: Rotate the image. • Crop: Crop the image. • Colour: Adjust the saturation or brightness of the image. • Effect: Apply effects to the image. •...

  • Page 68: Sharing Images

    Media Sharing images Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap → Select item, select images, and then tap to send them to others or share them via social network services. • When viewing an image, tap to send it to others or share it via social network services.

  • Page 69: Video

    Media Video Use this application to play video files. Tap Video on the Applications screen. • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used. Playing videos Select a video to play.

  • Page 70: Youtube

    Media Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move the player, drag the player to another location.

  • Page 71: Flipboard

    Media Flipboard Use this application to access your personalized magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To start your Flipboard, flick left on the greeting page. Select a cover story or a topic, flick through the Flipboard pages, and then select an article to read.

  • Page 72: Application & Media Stores

    Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword.

  • Page 73: Samsung Apps

    Application & media stores Samsung Apps Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit apps.samsung.com . Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 74: Play Movies

    Application & media stores Play Movies Use this application to rent, download, and watch movies. Tap Google → Play Movies on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Play Music Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud service.

  • Page 75: Utilities

    Utilities Memo Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date. Tap Memo on the Applications screen. Composing memos , enter a memo, and then tap Save. To change the category, tap To insert an image into the memo, tap . To make a voice memo to insert into the memo, tap .

  • Page 76: Calendar

    Utilities Calendar Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap Calendar on the Applications screen. Creating events or tasks , and then tap Event or Task. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Add additional details as required, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place.
  • Page 77 Utilities Syncing with Google Calendar To manually sync with Google Calendar, tap → Sync or, on the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Accounts → Google → a Google account, tick Sync Calendar, and then tap Sync now. To display synced events or tasks, tap → Calendars, and then tick the Google account. Changing calendar type Select one from among different types of calendars, including year, month, week, and others at the top of the screen.

  • Page 78: Dropbox

    To open files in the favourites list, tap Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. On the Applications screen, tap Settings → General → Cloud.

  • Page 79: Drive

    Tap your Samsung account or Sync settings to sync files. Backing up or restoring data Tap Backup or Restore to back up or restore data with your Samsung account. Syncing with Dropbox Tap Link Dropbox account, and then enter the Dropbox account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

  • Page 80: Hancom Viewer

    Utilities Hancom Viewer Use this application to view documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations. Tap Hancom Viewer on the Applications screen. Searching documents Tap Open to browse a document. While browsing a document, use one of the following options: •...
  • Page 81 Utilities Presentation • Find: Search for text. • Zoom: Change the view size. • Document Info: View document details such as title, date, and author. • Slide Show: Start a slideshow from the first page. • From Current Slide: Start a slideshow from the current page. •...

  • Page 82: Alarm

    • Print: Print the document by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Alarm Use this application to set alarms for important events. Tap Samsung → Alarm on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off.

  • Page 83: World Clock

    World Clock Use this application to check the time in many major cities in the world. Tap Samsung → World Clock on the Applications screen. Creating clocks , and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.

  • Page 84: Calculator

    S Voice Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various features. Tap Samsung → S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice. • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 85: Google

    Utilities Waking up the device with voice When the screen is turned off, you can launch S Voice with a voice command. Say “Hi Galaxy” to the device to launch S Voice. To activate this feature, tap → Settings, and then tick Wake up command. Using wake-up commands on the locked screen On the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands.

  • Page 86: Voice Search

    Utilities Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now settings, tap →...

  • Page 87: Searching For A File

    Utilities After selecting a category, tap , and then use one of the following options: • Select: Select files or folders. • Sort by: Sort files or folders. • Add to Favourite folders: Add a shortcut to the folder in Favourite folders. •...

  • Page 88: Downloads

    Downloads Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications. Tap Samsung → Downloads on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Select a file to open it with an appropriate application.

  • Page 89: Knox

    Use this application to separate personal and work data and to access enterprise applications securely from your device. Tap Samsung → KNOX on the Applications screen. To start KNOX, you need to download and install the application. Tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 91: Travel & Local

    Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Searching for locations Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword.

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    • Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. • If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or restart the device to regain functionality.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Signals are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the network. Move to another area and try again.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    • If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. • Ensure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
  • Page 96 Data stored on the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored on the device.

  • Page 97: Settings

    Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.

  • Page 98: Flight Mode

    Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. To use more options, tap . •...

  • Page 99: More Networks

    Settings More networks Customize settings to control connections with other devices or networks. Printing View printing services installed on the device. Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs). Ethernet • Ethernet: Activate the Ethernet feature to connect to a local area network, the Internet, or other network devices.

  • Page 100: Device

    Settings Device Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. • Volume: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • Vibration intensity: Set the vibration intensity for Notification and Haptic feedback. • Default notification sound: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages. •...

  • Page 101: Multi Window

    Settings • Reading mode: In reading mode, the device helps protect your eyes when reading at night. Displays which applications will use reading mode. • Daydream: Set the device to launch a screensaver when your device is connected to a desktop dock or charging.

  • Page 102: Notification Panel

    Settings Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings. • Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen. • Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen. • Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the locked screen.
  • Page 103 • Google subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Google and to change the closed caption settings. • Samsung Subtitles (CC): Set the device to display closed captions on content supported by Samsung and to change the closed caption settings.
  • Page 104 Settings – Dominant hand: Select the left or right hand for easy assistant menu use. – Edit: Customize the items that appear on the assistant menu. •...

  • Page 105: Controls

    Default Select a default keyboard type for text input. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. • Select input languages: Select languages for text input. • Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and show word suggestions.

  • Page 106: Google Voice Typing

    • Vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. • Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped. • Help: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard. • Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.

  • Page 107: Pointer Speed

    Settings Mouseover Show additional information when you move the pointer over items on the screen. Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Voice control Set the device to recognize voice commands for controlling your device. You can select the features to control with voice commands.

  • Page 108: General

    General Accounts Add email or SNS accounts. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data. • Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google server.

  • Page 109: Application Manager

    Settings Accessory Change the accessory settings. • Dock sound: Set the device to play a sound when your device is connected to or removed from a desktop dock. • Audio output mode: Set the device to use the dock speaker when your device is connected to a desktop dock.
  • Page 110 • Remote controls: Set the device to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account.

  • Page 111: Health And Safety

    • Use only Samsung-approved charger specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery and charger can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung.
  • Page 112 Health and Safety • Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device and charger from damage • Avoid exposing your device to very cold or very hot temperatures. •...
  • Page 113 If you notice strange smells or sounds coming from your device or the battery, or if you see smoke or liquids leaking from the device or battery, stop using the device immediately and take it to a Samsung Service Centre • Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion.
  • Page 114 Health and Safety without taking your eyes off the road. • Suspend use in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.
  • Page 115 Health and Safety burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation. Use caution when exposed to flashing lights • While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too close to your eyes. •...
  • Page 116 Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken • Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Install mobile devices and equipment with caution •...
  • Page 117 Protect your personal data and prevent leakage or misuse of sensitive information • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of any data.

  • Page 118: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Health and Safety • In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords on your accounts to protect your personal information. • Avoid using applications from unknown sources and lock your device with a pattern, password, or PIN. Do not distribute copyright-protected material •...
  • Page 119 THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time.
  • Page 120 Health and Safety Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada Notice Cautions Any changes or modifications to your device not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment, and void your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if they cause damage or a defect to the device.
  • Page 121 SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6 W/kg are considered safe for use by the public. The highest reported SAR value for the SM-T520 is: Body: 0.80 W/kg This device has been tested and meets RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the mobile device 0mm from the body.
  • Page 122 Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English (CA). 04/2014 Rev.1.0...

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