Samsung Tab 3 Manual
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WebandData53 Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Turning on Wi-Fi allows your tablet to discover and connect to compatible in-range Wi-Fi networks (or WAPs - wireless access pointsyf. When Wi-Fi is turned On, your tablet will notify you of available Wi-Fi networks, and you can connect to the Wi-Fi networks. Turn Wi-Fi Off when not in use, to conserve battery power. Turn Wi-Fi On or Off 1. Press and then touch > Settings. 2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On or Off. Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi On or Off from Notifications. Drag down from the top of the screen, then touch the Wi-Fi button. Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 1. Press and then touch > Settings. 2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On. 3. Wi-Fi automatically begins scanning for available networks. Scan to begin a new scan. 4. The network names and security settings (Open network or Secured with xxxyf of detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed. l When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network. l When you select a secured network, you will need to enter the wireless password to connect to the network. Enter the password and touch Connect. You can use the show password option to display the password as you enter it. Manually Add a New Wi-Fi Connection 1. Press and then touch > Settings. 2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On. 3. Touch Add Wi-Fi network. 4. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of your Wi-Fi network. 5. Touch the Security field and select a security option. This must match the current security setting on your target network. 6. Touch Connect to store the new information and connect to the Wi-Fi network. Note: The next time your tablet detects a known Wi-Fi network, it will connect automatically. You won't need to enter the details again unless you reset your tablet's settings.
WebandData54 Wi-Fi Settings For information about configuring Wi-Fi settings, see Wi-Fi Settings. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. For example, your tablet can use Wi-Fi Direct to share photos, contacts and other content with other Wi-Fi Direct devices. 1. Press and then touch > Settings. 2. Touch the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi On. Wi-Fi must be On to configure Wi-Fi Direct settings. 3. Touch Wi-Fi Direct. Your tablet automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices, or you can touch Scan to begin a new scan. 4. After scanning for devices, select a device, then follow the prompts to complete the connection. – or – Touch Multi-connect to create a connection to devices that support multi-connect. Touch Scan to search for available multi-connect devices, then select the devices and follow the prompts to complete the connection. Note: Touch > to Help to get additional information about Wi-Fi Direct. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet. Turn Bluetooth On or Off The following procedures will guide you through turning on and turning off Bluetooth. 1. Press and touch > Settings. 2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
WebandData55 Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on and off through the Notifications panel. Drag the Notifications panel down and touch Bluetooth to enable or disable Bluetooth. Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless device is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals. Pairing with a Bluetooth Device Pairing initiates a connection between your tablet and the target device, usually by using a passcode or PIN. After pairing, your tablet and the target device recognize each other and exchange information without having to enter a passcode or PIN. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Bluetooth. 2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable, so that your tablet can find it. Refer to the instructions that came with the target device to find out how to set it to discoverable mode. 4. Touch Scan. Your tablet will start to scan for Bluetooth devices within range. 5. When you see the name of the target device displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, touch the name. Your tablet then automatically tries to pair with the target device. l If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the target device in the Bluetooth devices section. When you are connected to the target device, (Bluetooth connectedyf displays in the status bar. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth-compatible devices. Reconnect to a Bluetooth Device When you have paired your tablet with another device, you should be able to reconnect it automatically by turning on Bluetooth on your tablet. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Bluetooth. 2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable. 4. Touch the target device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. 5. If prompted to enter a passcode, try 0000 or 1234, or consult the target device’s documentation to find the passcode.
WebandData56 l If you still cannot reconnect, follow the instructions in Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device, and then follow the instructions in Pairing with a Bluetooth Device. Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device Follow these instructions to disconnect or unpair your tablet from a Bluetooth device. Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device 1. Press and touch > Settings > Bluetooth. 2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Touch the connected device, and then touch OK to disconnect. Unpair from a Bluetooth Device You can make your tablet forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device. To connect to the other device again, you may need to enter or confirm a passcode again. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Bluetooth. 2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on. 3. In the Bluetooth devices section, touch next to the device, and then touch Unpair. Send Information Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your tablet and another Bluetooth-enabled device such as a tablet or notebook computer. The first time you transfer information between your tablet and another device, you need to enter or confirm a security passcode. After that, your tablet and the other device are paired, and you will not need to exchange passcodes to transfer information in the future. You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to: n Images and videos n Calendar events n Contacts n Audio files The location where the information is saved depends on the type of information and the receiving device. 1. Set the receiving device to discoverable mode. You may also need to set it to “Receive Beams” or “Receive Files”. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on receiving information
WebandData57 over Bluetooth. 2. On the tablet, open the application that contains the information or file you want to send. For example, if you want to send a photo, press and touch > Gallery. 3. Follow the steps for the type of item you want to send: l Photo or video (in Camerayf. After capturing a photo, on the preview screen, touch > Bluetooth. l Photos and videos (in Galleryyf. On the Albums tab, touch an album, touch an item, and then touch > Bluetooth. l Calendar event: In the Calendar’s Day view, Agenda view, or Week view, touch the event and then touch > Share via > Bluetooth. l Music track: This feature is available through the Music Player. With the track displayed on the Now playing screen, touch > Via Bluetooth. 4. Touch the name of the receiving device. 5. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving device, and enter the same passcode on both your tablet and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. Receive Information Using Bluetooth Your tablet is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including photos, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Bluetooth. 2. Touch the Bluetooth ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Touch the check box next to your tablet's Bluetooth name to make it discoverable. 4. On the sending device, send one or more files to your tablet. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on sending information over Bluetooth. 5. If prompted, enter the same passcode on both your tablet and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. A Bluetooth authorization request is displayed on your tablet. 6. If you want to automatically receive files from the sending device in future, select the Always allow this device check box. When a file is transferred, a notification is displayed. Touch Accept. To open the file immediately, slide down the notifications panel, and then touch the relevant notification. When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type.
WebandData58 Bluetooth Settings For information about configuring Bluetooth settings, see Bluetooth Settings. Memory Card You can install an optional microSD™ memory card (not includedyf, to add storage for images, videos, music, documents, and other files on your tablet. This tablet supports microSD™, microSDHC™, and microSDXC™ cards of up to 64GB capacity. Install a Memory Card Use the following procedures to install an optional memory card (not includedyf in your tablet. 1. Open the Memory Card Slot cover and turn to expose the slot. 2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide the memory card into the slot, pushing gently until it clicks into place. 3. Replace the Memory Card Slot cover Important! You can easily damage the memory card and card slot by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the contact pins. Remove a Memory Card Use the following procedures to remove an optional installed memory card (not includedyf from your tablet. Important! When you need to remove an optional installed memory card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Storage. 2. Touch Unmount SD card, then touch OK.
WebandData59 3. Open the Memory Card Slot cover and turn to expose the slot. 4. Gently press in on the memory card so that it pops out from the slot, then carefully pull the card out. 5. Replace the Memory Card Slot cover. Important! You can easily damage the memory card and card slot by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. View a Memory Card’s Available Memory Use the following procedure to view used and available memory on an optional installed memory card (not includedyf. n Press and touch > Settings > Storage. Format a Memory Card Formatting permanently removes all files stored on an optional installed memory card (not includedyf. Note: The formatting procedure erases all the data on an installed card, after which the files cannot be retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format a card. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Storage. 2. Touch Format SD card > Format SD card > Delete all. Unmount a Memory Card When you need to remove an optional installed memory card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. 1. Press and touch > Settings > Storage. 2. Touch Unmount SD card, then touch OK.
WebandData60 Virtual Private Networks (VPNyf From your tablet, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNsyf that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network. You can get this information from your network administrator. To connect to a VPN, you must have Mobile data enabled, or your tablet must be connected to a Wi- Fi network. For information about setting up and using these connections on your tablet, see Mobile Networks and Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network. Set a Screen Lock Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your tablet by unauthorized users. PIN or password screen locks provide sufficient security to set up trusted credential storage. 1. Press and touch > Settings. 2. Touch Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Choose a screen lock, from PIN or Password. 4. Follow the prompts to configure the screen lock. For more information, see Lock Screen. Add a VPN The following procedures outline the method to use when adding a VPN connection. 1. Press and touch > Settings > More settings > VPN. 2. Touch , and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add. The information you may need to enter includes Name, Type, Server address, and other information for your VPN network. Consult your network administrator for more details. 3. When finished, touch Save. Connect to a VPN The following describes how to connect to a VPN.
WebandData61 1. Press and touch > Settings > More settings > VPN. 2. In the VPNs section, touch a VPN. 3. Follow the prompts to enter your login credentials and connect. When you are connected, the VPN connected icon appears in the Status bar.
CameraandVideo62 Camera and Video You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your tablet comes with a 3.0 megapixel camera that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Camera Use the Camera to take and share pictures and videos. Take Pictures Launch the Camera app to take pictures. 1. Press and touch Apps > Camera. 2. Slide the Camera Mode button to . 3. Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your picture by aiming the lens at the subject. You can rotate the tablet to any position, and the screen controls rotate to make taking pictures easy. 4. As you compose a picture, you can: l “Pinch” or “stretch” the screen, or press the Volume Key, to zoom in or out. l Configure Camera options. For more information, see Camera Settings. 5. To take the picture, touch the Capture button.