ZCASMT509Multi-band GSM/WCDMA/LTE Tablet with Bluetooth, WLAN

www.samsung.com USER MANUAL English. 06/2019. Rev.1.0 ߚߚߟƊđࣞƟ SM-Tߚߟ5 2 Table of Contents Basics 4 Read me rst 6 Device overheating situations and solutions 10 Device layout and functions 13 Battery 16 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card) (SM-T509) 18 Memory card (microSD card) 22 Turning the device on and o 23 In iti al setup 24 Samsung account 26 Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch) 28 Understanding the screen 39 Notication panel 41 Entering text Apps and featur es 44 In stalli ng or uninstalling apps 46 Phone (SM-T509) 51 Contacts 56 Messages (SM-T509) 59 In ternet 61 Email 62 Camera 70 Gallery 76 Multi window 79 Samsung Members 79 Samsung Notes 80 Calendar 81 My Files 82 Clock 84 Calculator 84 Kids Home 86 Sharing content 87 Google apps Table of Contents 3 113 Device care 113 Optimisi ng your device 114 Battery 115 Storage 115 Memory 115 Security 116 Apps 116 General management 117 Accessibility (SM-T509) 118 Software update 118 User manual 119 About tablet Appendix 120 Troubleshooting 127 Removing the battery Setti ngs 89 In troduction 89 Connections 90 Wi-Fi 92 Bluetooth 94 Data saver (SM-T509) 94 Mobile data only apps (SM-T509) 95 Mobile Hotspot and Tethering (SM-T509) 96 More connection settings 98 Sounds and vibration 98 Dolby Atmos (surround sound) (SM-T509) 99 Notications 99 Display 100 Night mode 101 Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour (SM-T509) 102 Screensaver 103 Wallpaper 103 Lock screen 104 Smart Lock 104 Security 105 Accounts and backup 106 Users 108 Samsung Cloud 109 Google 110 Advanced fe atures 110 Motions and gestures 111 Digital wellbeing 4 Basics Read me first Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. •D escriptions are based on the device’s default settings. •S ome content may dier from your device depending on the region, service provider, model specications, or device’s software. •C ontent (high qualit y content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will aect the overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specications and the environment that it is used in. •S amsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung. •S amsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modied operating system software. Attempting to customise the operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly. •S oftware, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media. •Y ou may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature. (SM-T509) •D efault apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers. Basics 5 r
Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty. r
Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection during production and distribution. Damage to the attached screen protector is not covered by the warranty. r
You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. – It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the device. – You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it. Launch the Settings app, tap Display ĺ Screen timeout, and then select the length of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen. – To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the surrounding environment, launch the Settings app, tap Display, and then tap the Adaptive brightness switch to activate it. r
Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC, you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, launch the Settings app and tap About tablet ĺ Status. r
Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To view the information, launch the Settings app and tap About tablet ĺ Regulatory information . Basics 6 Instructional icons Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information Device overheating situations and solutions When the device heats up while charging the battery While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot, the charger may stop charging. Do the following when the device heats up: r
Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the device to cool down and then begin charging the device again. r
If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be be…

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Basics 43 Copying and pasting 1 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. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. 4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste. To paste text that you have previously copied, tap Clipboard and select the text. Dictionary Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages. 1 Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up. If the word you want to look up is not selected, drag or to select the desired text. 2 Tap Dictionary on the options list. If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device, tap Move to Manage dictionaries, tap next to a dictionary, and then tap INSTALL to download it. 3 View the definition in the dictionary pop-up window. To switch to the full screen view, tap . Tap the definition on the screen to view more definitions. In the detailed view, tap to add the word to your favourite words list or tap Search Web to use the word as a search term. 44 Apps and features Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Store Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Launch the Galaxy Store app. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword. Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap INSTALL. To purchase and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions. To change the auto update settings, tap ĺ Settings ĺ Auto update apps, and then select an option. Play Store Purchase and download apps. Launch the Play Store app. Installing apps Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword. Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap INSTALL. To purchase and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions. To change the auto update settings, tap ĺ Settings ĺ Auto-update apps, select an option, and then tap DONE. Apps and features 45 Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps Tap and hold an app and select an option. r
Uninstall: Uninstall downloaded apps. r
Disable: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device. Enabling apps Launch the Settings app, tap Apps ĺ ĺ Disabled, select an app, and then tap Enable. Setting app permissions For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information on your device. When you open an app, a pop-up window may appear and request access to certain features or information. Tap Allow on the pop-up window to grant permissions to the app. To view your app permission settings, launch the Settings app and tap Apps. Select an app and tap Permissions. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions. To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the Settings app and tap Apps ĺ ĺ App permissions. Select an item and tap the switches next to apps to grant permissions. If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not function properly. 46 Apps and features Phone (SM-T509) Introduc tion Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2 Enter a phone number. 3 Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Preview the phone number. Delete a preceding character. Access additional options. Search for contacts or places. Add the number to the contacts list. Apps and features 47 Making calls from call logs or contacts list Launch the Phone app, tap Recents or Contacts, and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to make a call. If this feature is deactivated, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features ĺ Motions and gestures , and then tap the Swipe to call or send messages switch to activate it. Using speed dial Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls. To set a number to speed dial, launch the Phone app, tap Keypad or Contacts ĺ ĺ Speed dial numbers , select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number. To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10 and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit. For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then tap and hold 3. Making calls from the locked screen On the locked screen, drag outside the circle. Making calls by searching for nearby places You can easily make calls to places near your current location by searching for their information. You can search for nearby places by category, such as restaurants or stores, or by selecting recommended hot places. Launch the Phone app, tap Places, and then select a category or tap and enter a business name in the search field. Or, select one from the recommended hot places. The business’s information, such as its phone number or address, will appear. Apps and features 48 Making an international call 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2 Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. 3 Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap . Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the Send message bar upwards and select a message to send. To create various rejection messages, launch the Phone app, tap ĺ Settings ĺ Quick decline messages , enter a message, and then tap . Missed calls If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls. Alternatively, launch the Phone app and tap Recents to view missed calls. Apps and features 49 Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list. 1 Launch the Phone app and tap ĺ Settings ĺ Block numbers. 2 Tap …

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Apps and features 85 Using Kids Home Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap ( Kids Home) to activate it. The Kids Home screen will appear. On the Kids Home screen, select the app you want to use. Access additional options. Available apps Kids Gallery Kids Phone Kids Camera Using parental control features You can configure the settings for Kids Home and view the usage history. On the Kids Home screen, tap ĺ Parental control and enter your unlock code. r
Kid’s name: Manage your child’s profile. r
Set daily playtime: Restrict the usage time for Kids Home. r
Daily usage: View the daily usage time of Kids Home. r
Activity: View the activity history of Kids Home. r
Frequently contacted: View the frequently used contacts in Kids Home. r
My kid’s creations: View the works created from the apps in Kids Home. r
Allowed content: Check the apps or content supported by Kids Home and add them. Apps and features 86 Closing Kids Hom e To close Kids Home, tap the Back button or tap → Close Kids Home, and then enter your unlock code. Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. You may incur additional charges when sharing les via the mobile network. (SM-T509) 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap and select a sharing method, such as email. When you have a communication or sharing history, the people you contacted will appear on the sharing options panel. To directly share content with them via the corresponding app, select a person’s icon. If the feature is not activated, launch the Sett ings app, tap Advanced features, and then tap the Direct share switch to activate it. Apps and features 87 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider. Chrome Search for information and browse webpages. Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service. Maps Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location information for various places around you. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. You can upload music collections stored on your device to the cloud and access them later. Play Movies & TV Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from Play Store. Drive Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. Apps and features 88 YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device. Duo Make a simple video call. 89 Settings Introduction Customise device settings. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. Launch the Settings app. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap . Connections Options Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Connections. r
Wi-Fi: Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for more information. r
Bluetooth: Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information. r
Flight mode: Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel. In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight mode. Settings 90 •M obile networks: Congure your mobile network settings. (SM-T509) • Data usage ►SM-T509: Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specied limit. You can also activate the data saver feature to prevent some apps running in the background from sending or receiving data. Refer to Data saver (SM-T505) for more i nformation. ►SM-T509: Keep track of your data usage amount. •M obile Hotspot and Tethering: Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share thedevice’s mobile da ta connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. Refer to Mobile Hotspot and Tethering (SM-T505) for more information. (SM-T509) •M ore connection settings: Customise settings to control other features. Refer to More connection settings for more information. Wi-F i Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the In ternet or other network devices. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi and tap the switch to activate it. 2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. Enter the password and tap Connect. • Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks and tap Forget. • If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature or the wireless router. Settings 91 Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections ĺ Wi-Fi and tap the switch to activate it. 2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature. 3 Select a device to connect to. The devices will be connected when t…

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Settings 99 Notifications Change the notication settings. On the Settings screen, tap Notications. •A pp icon badges: Change the settings for app icon badges. • Do not disturb ►SM-T505: Set the device to mute incoming calls, notication sounds, and media, except for allowed exceptions. ►SM-T500: Set the device to mute notication sounds and media, except for allowed exceptions. •S tatus bar: Set the device to display only three recent notications and whether to show the remaining battery level in percentage on the status bar. •R ecently sent: View the apps that received recent notications and change the notication settings. To customise notication settings for more apps, tap See all → → All and select an app from the apps list. Displa y Options Change the display and the Home screen settings. On the Settings screen, tap Display. • Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the display. •A daptive brightness: Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments and apply them automatically in similar lighting conditions. •N ight mode: Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at night or in a dark place. Refer to Night mode for more information. •S creen mode: Change the screen mode to adjust the display’s colour and contrast. Refer to Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour ( SM-T500) for more information. (SM-T500) Settings 100 r
Font size and style: Change the font size and style. r
Screen zoom: Change the screen zoom setting. r
Full screen apps: Select apps to use with the full screen aspect ratio. r
Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. r
Home screen: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the layout. r
Navigation bar: Change the navigation bar settings. Refer to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information. r
Screensaver: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging. Refer to Screensaver for more information. Night mode Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at night or in a dark place. r
The dark theme may not be applied in some apps. r
You can quickly activate or deactivate night mode on the notification panel. Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap (Night mode). 1 On the Settings screen, tap Display ĺ Night mode and tap the Turn on now switch to activate it. 2 To set the schedule to apply night mode to the screen, tap the Turn on as scheduled switch to activate it and select an option. r
Sunset to sunrise: Set the device to turn on night mode at night and turn it off in the morning based on your current location. r
Custom schedule: Set a specific time to turn on and off night mode. 101 Settings Chan ging the screen mode o r ad justing the displ ay colour (SM-T509 ) Change the screen mode or adjust the display colour to your preference. Chang ing the screen mode On the Settings screen, tap Display → Screen mode and select a mode you want. • Adaptive display: This optimises the colour range, saturation, and sharpness of your display. You can also adjust the display colour balance by colour value. • AMOLED cinema: This is suitable for watching videos. • AMOLED photo: This is suitable for viewing images. • Basic: This is set as default and is suitable for general use. • Reading mode: This switches the screen to Reading mode. • You can adjust the display colour only in Adaptive display mode. • Adaptive display mode may not be compatible with third-party apps. Optimising the full screen colour balance Optimise the display colour by adjusting the colour tones to your preference. On the Settings screen, tap Display → Screen mode → Vivid and adjust the colour adjustment bar under White balance. When you drag the colour adjustment bar towards Cool, the blue colour tone will increase. When you drag the bar towards Warm, the red colour tone will increase. Settings 102 Adjusting the screen tone by colour value Increase or lower certain colour tones by adjusting the Red, Green, or Blue value individually. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Display ĺ Screen mode ĺ Vivid. 2 Tap Advanced settings. 3 Adjust the R (Red), G (Green), or B (Blue) colour bar to your preference. The screen tone screen will be adjusted. Screensaver You can set to display images as a screensaver when the screen turns off automatically. The screensaver will be displayed when the device is charging. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Display ĺ Screensaver and tap the switch to activate it. 2 Select an option. If you select Photo Frame or Photos, a slideshow with selected images will start. If you select Photo Table, selected images will appear as small cards and overlap. 3 Tap to select albums for displaying images. 4 When you are finished, tap the Back button. To preview the selected option, tap Preview. When you tap the screen while your screensaver is displayed, the screen will turn on. Settings 103 Wallpa per Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. On the Settings screen, tap Wallpaper. Lock screen Options Change the settings for the locked screen. On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen. The available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected. •S creen lock type: Change the screen lock method. • Smart Lock: Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are detected. Refer to Smart Lock for more information. •S ecure lock settings: Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method. •C lock style: Change the type and colour of the clock on the locked screen. •R oaming clock: Change the clock to show both the local and home time zones on the locked screen when roaming. (SM-T509) •F aceWidgets: Change the settings of the items displayed on the locked screen. •C ontact information: Set the device to show contact information, such as your email address, on the locked screen. • Notications: Set how to show notications on the l…

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Settings 113 Device care Introduction The device care feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, memory, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap of your finger. Battery Storage Security Memory Optimising your device On the Settings screen, tap Device care ĺ Optimise now. The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions. r
Clearing some memory. r
Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. r
Managing abnormal battery usage. r
Scanning for crashed apps and malware. Settings 114 Using the auto optim isation feature You can set the device to perform auto optimisation when your device is not in use. Tap → Auto optimisation and tap the switch to activate it. If you want to set the time to perform auto optimisation, tap Time. Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features. On the Settings screen, tap Device care → Battery. • The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions. • You may not receive notications from some apps that use power saving mode. Power mode Select a power mode that suits your device usage purposes. Tap Power mode and select an option. •O ptimised: Optimised for a balance between the device’s performance and battery usage. •M edium power saving: Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time. •M aximum power saving ►SM-T509: In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery consum ption by activating night mode and limiting the apps and features available. Network connections, except for the mobile network, will be deactivated. ►SM-T509: In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery consumption by activating night mode and limiting the apps and features available. Settings 115 Managing battery usage for each app You can save battery power by preventing apps that are running in the background from using battery power when they are not being used. Select apps from the apps list and tap the Put app to sleep switch to activate the feature. Storage Check the status of the used and available memory. On the Settings screen, tap Device care ĺ Storage. r
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you update the device. r
You can view the available capacity of the internal memory in the Specification section for your device on the Samsung website. Managing the memory To delete residual files, such as cache, tap Clean now. To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more, select a category under User data. Then, tick items to select and tap DELETE or UNINSTALL. Memory On the Settings screen, tap Device care ĺ Memory. To speed up your device by stopping apps running in the background, tick apps from the apps list, and tap Clean now. Security Check the device’s security status. This feature scans your device for malware. On the Settings screen, tap Device care ĺ Security ĺ Scan tablet. Settings 116 Apps Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. You can view the apps’ usage information, change their notification or permission settings, or uninstall or disable unnecessary apps. On the Settings screen, tap Apps. General management Customise your device’s system settings or reset the device. On the Settings screen, tap General management. r
Language and input: Select device languages and change settings, such as keyboards and voice input types. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language. Refer to Adding device languages for more information. r
Date and time: Access and alter the settings to control how the device displays the time and date. If the battery remains fully discharged, the time and date is reset. r
Contact us: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions. Refer to Samsung Members for more information. r
Reset: Reset your device’s settings or perform a factory data reset. You can reset all your settings, or only network settings, or accessibility settings. You can also set the device to restart at a preset time for device optimisation. Settings 117 Adding devic e la nguages You can add languages to use on your device. 1 On the Settings screen, tap General management → Language and input → Language → Add language. To view all the languages that can be added, tap → All languages. 2 Select a language to add. 3 To set the selected language as the default language, tap Set as default. To keep the current language setting, tap Keep current. The selected language will be added to your languages list. If you changed the default language, the selected language will be added to the top of the list. To change the default language from your languages list, drag next to a language and move it to the top of the list. Then, tap Apply. If an app does not support the default language, the next supported language in the list will be used. Accessibi lit y (SM-T509) Congure various settings to improve accessibility to the device. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. • Screen reader: Activate Voice Assistant, which provides voice feedback. To view help information to learn how to use this feature, tap Tutorial. • Visibility enhancements: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users. • Hearing enhancements: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for users with hearing impairment. • Interaction and dexterity: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for users who have reduced dexterity. • Advanced settings: Congure settings for Direct access and notication features. • Installed services: View accessibility services installed o…

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