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SM-R735T
User Manual
Legal
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Notice: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP68 rating, which tests submersion up to 5.0 feet for up to 30
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Address
:
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Ridgefield Park,
New Jersey 07660
Phone
:
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Internet Address
:
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Notice: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary.
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The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default
applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device.
Legal Information
Important legal information can be accessed at samsung.com
READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE.
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Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE
RESOLUTION PROCEDURE and your right to opt out of arbitration within 30 calendar days of the first consumer purchase. You
may opt out by either sending an email to optout@sea.samsung.com with the subject line “Arbitration Opt-Out” or by calling
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). For more detailed procedures, please refer to the “Dispute Resolution Procedures and Arbitration and
Opt-Out” section of the Limited Warranty.
The EULA for this device is found in the Gear Manager application, which is required for operation of your device.
You may also access this EULA at: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULAGEAR
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Table of Contents
Basics
2 Device layout
6 Battery
11 Wearing the Gear
15 Replacing the strap
18 Connecting the Gear to a Smartphone
21 Activating the device
22 Remote connection
22 Turning the screen on and off
23 Using the bezel
26 Touchscreen
30 Navigating the screen
32 Home screen
40 Status panel
47 Setting the screen lock
48 Entering text
53 Screen capture
54 Updating the Gear
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Basics
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.
1
Basics
Device layout
Front
Bezel
Light sensor
Touchscreen
Back button
Microphone (behind)
Home/Power button
2
Basics
Back
Heart rate sensor
Speaker
3
Basics
Buttons
Button Function
Home/Power
• Press and hold to turn the Gear on or off.
• Press to turn on the screen.
• Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to restart the Gear.
• Press to open the Apps screen when you are on the Watch screen.
• Press to open the Watch screen when you are on any other screen.
Back • Press to return to the previous screen.
Make sure the Gear’s microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it while charging.
Do not allow children or animals to chew or suck the device. Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device. Magnetic
stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
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Basics
Wireless charger dock
Wireless
charging
surface
LED indicator
USB charger
port
Make sure the Gear’s microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it while charging.
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Basics
Battery
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it sits unused for extended periods.
Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to
maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
1 Connect the USB cable to the USB charger head.
Then, connect the other end of the USB cable to the
wireless charger dock.
Prevent the USB charger port and the small
end of the charger from coming into contact
with conductive materials, such as liquids,
dust, metal powders, and pencil leads.
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Basics
2 Plug the USB charger head into an electric socket.
3 Place the Gear into the wireless charger dock.
4 After fully charging your Gear, disconnect it from the wireless charger dock. Unplug the charger from the wireless charger dock,
and then unplug the charger from the electric socket.
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Basics
Checking the charging status
When you connect the Gear and the wireless charger dock, the wireless charger dock’s LED indicator flashes certain colors to indicate
the battery level.
Color Charging status
Red > Green > Yellow Standby mode
Red Charging
Green Fully charged
Orange Connected to a low-charger head
When a wireless charger dock error occurs, the LED indicator flashes red. Disconnect the Gear from the wireless charger dock
and reconnect them. If the error occurs again, contact a Samsung Service Center for service support.
The LED indicator may work differently depending on the Gear.
8
Basics
Reducing the battery consumption
Your Gear provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
• When you are not using the Gear, switch to sleep mode by covering the screen with yourpalm.
• Activate power saving mode.
• Close unnecessary apps.
• Deactivate the Bluetooth® feature when not in use.
• Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.
• Decrease the screen brightness.
• Deactivate the watch always on feature.
• Deactivate the voice wake-up feature in S Voice™.
• Customize the notification settings in the Samsung Gear app on the connected smartphone.
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Basics
Battery charging tips and precautions
• If there are obstructions between the Gear and the wireless charger dock, the Gear may not charge properly.
• Prevent the Gear and the wireless charger from coming into contact with sweat, liquids, or dust.
• If the battery is completely discharged, the Gear cannot be turned on immediately after being connected to the charger.
Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the Gear.
• If you use multiple apps at once, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data transfer, always use these apps
after fully charging the battery.
• Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower charging speed due to a lower electric
current.
• If the Gear is being charged with other devices using a multi-charger, charging may takelonger.
• The Gear can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.
• If the Gear receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not function. If this happens, immediately
disconnect the Gear from the wireless charger dock and leave the device aside until another power connection can be found.
• While charging, the Gear may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the Gear’s lifespan or performance. If the battery feels
hot to the touch during this charging process, remove the Gear from the charger and allow it to cool down before restarting the
charging process, or call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) to receive technical support.
• If the Gear is not charging properly, take the Gear to a Samsung Service Center.
• Avoid using a bent or damaged USB cable.
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Basics
Wearing the Gear
Putting on the Gear
1 Open the buckle and place the strap around your wrist.
2 Fit the strap to your wrist, insert the pin into an adjustment hole, and then secure the buckle to close it.
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Basics
The information gathered from this device, S Health, or related software is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or
other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
The accuracy of the information and data provided by this device and its related software, including heart rate readings, may
be affected by factors such as environmental conditions, skin condition, specific activity performed while using/wearing the
device, settings of the device, user configuration/user-provided information, placement of the sensor on the body, and other
end-user interactions. For more information on proper wear and use, see samsung.com/us/heartratesensor.
If you feel discomfort while using the device, stop using it and remove it from your wrist. If your device becomes hot to the
touch, please remove it until it cools.
To measure your heart rate more accurately with the Gear, wear the Gear firmly around your lower arm just above the wrist.
Refer to Wearing the Gear fordetails.
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Basics
Maintaining Water and DustResistance
Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP68rating, which tests submersion up to 5.0 feet for up to 30 minutes.
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system.
Your device has been tested in a controlled environment and shown to be water and dust resistant in certain circumstances (meets
requirements of classification IP68 as described by the international standard IEC 60529 - Degrees of Protection provided by Enclosures
[IP Code]; test conditions: 15-35°C, 86-106 kPa, 5.0 feet, for 30minutes). Despite this classification, your device is not impervious to
water damage in any situation. It is important that all compartments are closed tightly.
Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device.
• Whenever your device gets wet, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth.
• Do not expose the device to salt water or ionized water, or to water over 5.0 feet deep for more than 30 minutes. If your device is
exposed to fresh water, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If the device is exposed to any liquid other than fresh water, rinse
the device with fresh water immediately and dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Failure to rinse the device in fresh water and
dry it as instructed may cause the device to suffer from operability or cosmetic issues.
• Do not expose the device to water at high pressure.
• If the device is dropped or receives an impact, the water and dust resistant features of the device may be damaged.
• The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water or in other liquids.
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Basics
Strap tips and precautions
• Be cautious when wearing the Gear. If you have sensitive skin or fasten the Gear too tightly, you may feel some discomfort.
• Some people may experience discomfort when wearing the Gear for prolonged periods.
• Do not expose the straps to very wet conditions. Wet straps can cause skin irritations. Dry the straps first. If you experience skin
irritation when wearing the device, stop wearing the device and consult a physician.
• The Gear and the strap have passed the hazardous materials test and meet international safety standards.
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Basics
Replacing the strap
Detach the strap from the Gear to replace it with a new one.
1 Slide the strap’s spring bar inwards.
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Basics
2 Insert one end of the spring bar into the lug, slide the spring bar inwards, and connect the strap.
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Basics
Turning the Gear on and off
1 Press and hold the
Power
button for a few seconds to turn on the Gear.
• When you turn on the Gear for the first time or reset it, a pop-up window displays. Follow the prompts to download and install
the Samsung Gear app on your smartphone.
2 To turn off the Gear, press and hold the
Power
button, and then tap
Power off
.
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Basics
Connecting the Gear to a Smartphone
You should connect your Gear to your smartphone once before using the Gear. To connect your Gear to a smartphone, install the
Samsung Gear app on the smartphone. Launch
Galaxy Apps
or visit apps.samsung.com/gear from your smartphone to downloadit.
For non-Samsung devices, download the Samsung Gear app from the Google Play store.
Compatible with Android 4.4 and later with 1.5GB RAM. Some features may not be available. For best compatibility, connect with
compatible Samsung Galaxy devices.
1 Turn on the Gear.
2 On the smartphone Apps screen, tap
Samsung Gear
.
• If necessary, update the Samsung Gear app to the latest version.
3 Tap
Connect to gear
.
4 When the
Bluetooth pairing request
window displays, confirm the passkeys displayed on your Gear and smartphone match, and
then tap
OK
.
5 Follow the prompts to complete the connection.
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Basics
When the devices are connected, a tutorial displays on the Gear’s screen. Follow the prompts to learn the Gear’s basic controls.
• Connection methods and screenshots may vary depending on your device and software version.
• You cannot install the Samsung Gear app on smartphones that do not support Gear syncing. Ensure that your
smartphone is compatible with a Gear.
• Supported smartphones and features may vary depending on your region, service provider, and device manufacturer.
Visit samsung.com and search for your Gear device’s support page to view a list of compatible smartphones.
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Basics
Connecting the Gear to a new smartphone
When you connect the Gear to another smartphone, the Gear automatically resets and all data is removed from its memory.
Make sure you back up any important data stored on yourGear.
1 Back up your Gear’s data on your smartphone.
• On your smartphone, open the Apps screen and tap
Samsung Gear
>
Settings
>
Back up and restore
>
Back up data
.
2 End the connection between your Gear and smartphone. Refer to Disconnecting the Gear for more information.
3 Connect your Gear to another smartphone.
A new Gear device cannot connect to a target smartphone that is already paired with another Gear.
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Basics
Activating the device
Once you have connected your Gear to your smartphone, you will need to activate calling on your Gear.
XAfter pairing, your Gear will attempt to make a call, follow the prompts to activate your Gear.
If you experience any difficulty activating your device, contact your Service provider.
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Basics
Remote connection
You can remotely connect the Gear to your smartphone when a Bluetooth connection is not available. With this connection, you can
still receive notifications from your smartphone. This feature is automatically activated when you connect to your smartphone using
Bluetooth for the first time.
XIf this feature is not turned on, on your smartphone, open the Apps screen, tap
Samsung Gear
>
Settings
>
Gear Connection
,
and then tap the
Remote connection
switch.
Turning the screen on and off
• To turn on the screen, rotate the bezel, or press the
Home
button or the
Back
button.
• To turn off the screen, cover it with your palm. Also, the screen will turn off if the Gear is not used for a specified period.
• You can also turn on the screen using a gesture.
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Basics
Using the bezel
Rotate the bezel to easily control the Gear’s various functions.
Scrolling through screens
Rotate the bezel to view other screens. On the Watch screen, rotate the bezel left to view notifications.
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Basics
Selecting an item
Rotate the bezel to highlight the item you want to select and then tap the item. When you rotate the bezel, the highlight indicator
moves in the same direction.
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Basics
Adjusting the input value
Rotate the bezel to adjust the volume or brightness.
XOn the status panel, tap
Brightness
and adjust the brightness by rotating the bezel.
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Basics
Touchscreen
The Gear may not recognize touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area.
Tapping
Tap with your finger to open an app, select a menu item, press a displayed button, or enter a character using the keyboard.
Touch-screens respond best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a
metallic object when pressing on the touch-screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
For more information, please refer to the Samsung Limited Warranty.
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Basics
Press and hold
Press and hold the screen for two or more seconds to access the Edit mode or to view availableoptions.
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Basics
Dragging
To move an item, press and hold it and drag it to the target position.
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Basics
Swiping
Swipe to the left or right to view other panels.
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Basics
Navigating the screen
Switching between the Watch and Apps screen
1 On the Watch screen, press the
Home
button to open the Apps screen.
2 When you are not on the Watch screen, press the
Home
button to return to the Watch screen.
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Basics
Returning to the previous screen
XPress the
Back
button. You can also swipe down from the top edge of the screen.
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Watch
Basics
Home screen
Introduction
The Home screen can have multiple panels. The Watch screen is the starting point for the Home screen. Rotate the bezel to view items
on the screen, such as notifications and widgets.
Notifications Widgets Add
widgets
Available widgets, notifications, and their arrangement may vary depending on the software version.
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Basics
Notifications panel
Stay up to date with events, notifications, and messages from your smartphone.
When you receive a notification, it displays at the top of the screen and disappears after a few seconds and the Gear vibrates.
Viewing incoming notifications
XTap the notification screen. You can view the notification’s detail.
Access additional
options
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Basics
Viewing other notifications
1 Tap the number at the bottom of the panel.
• You can view other notifications received from the same app.
2 Rotate the bezel left to view notifications received from otherapps.
Deleting notifications
Delete a notification by swiping upward from the bottom edge of the screen while viewinganotification.
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Basics
Blocking notifications
1 Select a notification from the app you want to block.
2 Tap the notification to view the details.
3 Tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
Block app
and tap
Block app
.
• The Gear no longer receives notifications from the app.
You can block notifications from specific apps on the Gear. When you have not received any notifications on your Gear, block
notifications using your smartphone. On your smartphone, open the Apps screen, tap
Samsung Gear
>
Notifications
>
Manage notifications
.
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Basics
Watch screen
View the current time. You can also check the battery life, the date, your step count, and more. Options vary dependent on which
screen is visible.
XPress the
Home
button to open the Watch screen when you are not on the Watch screen.
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Basics
Changing the watch face
XPress and hold the Watch screen, then rotate the bezel to select a watch face.
• You can also customize the watch by tapping
Stylize
.
You can also change the Gear’s watch face on your smartphone.
XOn the smartphone, open the Apps screen, tap
Samsung Gear
>
Watch faces
.
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Basics
Widgets
You can add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that offer limited functionality to provide information and
convenient access. You can use the following widgets by default.
Shortcuts Weather Schedule Step tracker Heart rate News Briefing World clock 24-hour Music player
tracker activity
tracker
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Basics
Adding widget
You can add more widgets on the Home screen.
XTap
Add
and select a widget. The selected widget displays in a new panel.
Removing widgets
XPress and hold a widget and then tap
Delete
.
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Basics
Status panel
This panel allows you to view the current status and configure basic settings.
XOn the Watch screen, swipe downward from the top edge of the screen.
Indicator icons
Gear's connection
status
Brightness
Sound
Do not disturb
Airplane mode
Call forwarding
Music Player
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Basics
Indicator icons
Indicator icons display at the top of the screen. The icons listed in this table are most common.
Icon Meaning
4G active
: The device is connected to a 4G wireless network
Signal strength
: Cellular network signal strength.
Airplane mode
: Airplane mode is enabled.
Bluetooth connected
: Bluetooth is connected.
Bluetooth disconnected
: Bluetooth is disconnected.
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Icon Meaning
Bluetooth headset connected
: A bluetooth headset is connected.
Wi-Fi connected
: Wi-Fi is connected.
Battery full
: Battery is fully charged.
Playing music
You can play music saved on the Gear or smartphone.
XOn the status panel, tap
Music Player
.
Call forwarding
You can forward your calls to your Gear.
XOn the status panel, tap
Call forwarding
, and tap the check by
I agree
.
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Basics
Airplane mode
Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi.
XOn the status panel, tap
Airplane mode
.
• The
Airplane mode
icon displays at the top of the Watch screen.
Do not disturb mode
You can set the Gear not to vibrate and turn off the screen when a notification is received, except for alarms.
XOn the status panel, tap
Do not disturb
.
• The
Do not disturb
icon displays at the top of the Watch screen.
Adjusting the brightness
You can adjust the Gear’s display brightness to suit the environment.
XOn the status panel, tap
Brightness
and adjust the brightness by rotating the bezel.
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Apps screen
The Apps screen displays icons for all apps.
1 On the Watch screen, press the
Home
button to go to the Apps screen.
2 To view other panels, rotate the bezel. You can also tap
Apps screen
or swipe the screen to the left orright.
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Basics
Opening apps
On the Apps screen, tap an app icon to open the app.
XTo open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap
Recent apps
on the Apps screen and select the recent app window.
Closing apps
1 On the Apps screen, tap
Recent apps
.
2 Rotate the bezel to highlight the app you want to close, and tap the
X
.
3 Tap
Close all
to close all running apps.
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Moving items
XOn the Apps screen, press and hold the screen, press and hold an app and then drag it to the desired location.
• You can also arrange the Gear’s apps on your smartphone. Refer to Reordering apps in the Samsung Gear app for more
information.
Installing apps
You can purchase and download apps specially designed for the Gear. To use this feature, your Gear and smartphone must be
connected.
XOn the Apps screen, tap
Get more apps
.
• The
Samsung Gear Apps
store automatically launches on your smartphone. From the store, you can browse and download
apps.
Uninstalling apps
You can only uninstall the downloaded Gear apps on your smartphone. Refer to Uninstalling apps in the Samsung Gear app for more
information.
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Setting the screen lock
Setting a screen lock code
Prevent others from accessing your Gear when you are not wearing it.
If you set the screen lock feature, the Gear requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.
PIN
XOn the Apps screen, tap
Settings
>
Screen lock
>
Screen lock
>
PIN
.
• A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter four numbers, and then enter the PIN again to verify it.
Unlocking the Gear
When you are not wearing the Gear, turn on the screen and enter the unlock code.
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Entering text
Introduction
A text input screen displays automatically when you are able to enter text. Select an emoticon or text template to enter a message.
You can also use voice input or the keyboard to type texts.
The screen layout may be different depending on the app you launch.
Insert emoticons
Use speech-to-text Open the keyboard
Insert a text template
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Send message Access additional options
Start or pause entering text
by voice
Basics
Using the voice input
1 Tap
Microphone
and speak the message you want to enter. Tap when you are finished.
2 Tap
More options
>
Language
to change the language.
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Basics
• This feature is not supported in some languages.
• When the Gear is connected to a smartphone using Bluetooth, the language settings applied on the smartphone are
applied to the Gear.
• Tips for better voice recognition
– Speak clearly.
– Speak in quiet places.
– Do not use offensive or slang words.
– Avoid speaking in dialectal accents.
– The Gear may not recognize your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings
or how you speak.
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Using the keyboard
A key has three or four characters. To enter a character:
XTap the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character displays.
Delete a character
Uppercase
Tap twice for all caps
Space
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Changing the input mode
XRotate the bezel to change the input mode.
• You can switch between character mode, number mode, and punctuation mode.
Adding input languages
1 Switch to number mode or punctuation mode.
2 Then, tap
Settings
>
Select input languages
and select a language to add.
• You can use up to two languages.
• You can also add more languages from the Settings screen. Refer to Using the keyboard for more information.
Changing the input language
XSlide the space key left or right.
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Screen capture
Capture a screenshot while using the Gear.
XPress and hold the
Home
button and swipe your finger to the right across the screen.
• You can view captured images in
Gallery
.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
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Updating the Gear
The Gear can be updated to the latest software.
Updating over the air
The Gear can be directly updated to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.
1 Tap
Samsung gear
on the Apps screen of the smartphone.
2 Tap
Settings
.
3 Tap
About gear
>
Update gear software
>
Update now
to install the latest software on your smartphone.
4 Read the displayed information and tap
OK
.
• The Gear copies the updated software from your smartphone and restarts.
To automatically check for available updates, tap the
Auto check for updates
switch to activate it.
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Applications
Messages
Introduction
View messages and reply to or call the sender using the Gear.
Viewing messages
1 Tap
Messages
on the Apps screen.
2 Scroll through the message list, and then select a contact to view your conversations.
• To view a message on your smartphone, tap
More options
>
Show on phone
.
• To reply to a message, tap
Reply
and enter your message.
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Applications
Sending messages
1 Tap
Messages
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
New message
, and then tap
New message
.
3 Add recipients and tap
NEXT
.
4 Enter text using one of available methods.
• Messages are automatically sent to the recipients.
• If you type texts using voice input or the keyboard, tap
Send
to send the message.
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Applications
Phone
Introduction
Depending on your Call settings, you can use your Gear S2 to initiate outgoing calls, answer calls, and to complete conversations.
Receiving calls
Answering a call
XDrag
Answer
to the right to answer a call.
The call feature will automatically launch on your smartphone if you are connected to a smartphone. Use your smartphone to have a
conversation. If you are in standalone mode, you can answer the call on your Gear S2.
XIf the voice control feature is activated, say “
Answer
” to answer the call.
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Rejecting a call
Reject an incoming call and send a rejection message to the caller.
XDrag
Reject
to the left to reject a call. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, swipe upward from the bottom edge
of the screen.
• If the voice control feature is activated, say “
Reject
” to reject the call.
Missed calls
If a call is missed, a notification displays on the screen.
XOn the Watch screen, rotate the bezel left to view missed call notifications, or tap
Phone
on the Apps screen to view missed calls.
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Making calls
XTap
Phone
on the Apps screen.
Keypad
Log list
Contacts
Use one of the following methods:
• Tap
Keypad
, enter a number using the keypad, and then tap
Phone
.
• Tap
Contacts
, select a contact, and then tap
Dial
or select a phone number.
• Scroll through the log list, select a log entry, and then tap
Dial
.
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Applications
S Health
Introduction
S Health™ helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals and regularly record and check your progress.
When the Gear is synced with a compatible S Health app, you can use additional features. The additional features include checking
your heart rate logs individually, and more.
The accuracy of the heart rate sensor may be diminished depending on skin condition, or measurement conditions and
surroundings. Take heart rate measurements when you are seated and relaxed.
XTap
S Health
on the Apps screen. Tap
Start
when running this app for the first time or after performing a data reset.
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Wearing the Gear correctly
When measuring your heart rate, wear the Gear snugly on your arm above your wrist as shown in the following figure. Do not fasten
the Gear too tightly.
<Rear> <Rear>
Heart rate sensor
This device, S Health, and related software is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the
cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
Do not look directly at the heart rate sensor’s lights. Doing so may impair your vision.
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24-hour activity tracker
Your Gear can monitor and record your activities during the day and encourage you to stay healthy.
1 Tap
S Health
on the Apps screen.
•
Healthy activity
: Indicates whether you are walking or running. If you have made more than 100 steps per minute for at least
10consecutive minutes, the Gear encourages you to keep going.
•
Light activity
: Indicates the time you spend doing light activity, but not doing hard exercise.
•
Inactive time
: Indicates the time you spend not walking or moving at all. If you sat idle for 50 minutes or more, the Gear
prompts you to move more.
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2 Tap the screen and rotate the bezel to view the details of your activity log.
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Current step total
Target step number
Applications
Steps tracker
The Gear counts the number of steps you have taken and measures the distance traveled.
1 Tap
S Health
on the Apps screen.
2 Rotate the bezel right and open the steps tracker panel.
3 Tap the screen to view a graph of your step count records. Rotate the bezel to view records by day.
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Exercise tracker
Record your exercise information and calories burned using S Health’s exercise feature.
When your Gear and smartphone are connected, this feature uses your smartphone’s location information.
Measured distance may differ from the actual distance due to uneven strides, walking in place, and pacing around.
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Exercising with the Gear
1 Tap
S Health
on the Apps screen.
2 Rotate the bezel right and open the exercise tracker screen.
3 Tap
Options
and select the type of exercise you want to monitor.
4 Tap
OK
to allow this app to use your current location while exercising.
• Your location information sharing preference is saved as the default.
5 Rotate the bezel right to select a target type.
6 Tap the target value.
7 Rotate the bezel to set the target and tap
Set
.
8 Tap
Start
to start monitoring your exercise. Your heart rate measurement begins.
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9 Start exercising when the measurement is completed.
• When you rotate the bezel you can view exercise information, such as calories burned and current speed.
• Rotate the bezel left to listen to music using a Bluetooth headset.
Exercise time
Target duration of
exercise
Heart rate
10 Tap the screen and tap
Pause
>
Stop
. Rotate the bezel to view your exercise information.
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Applications
Heart rate tracker
Measure and record your heart rate.
To measure your heart rate more accurately with the Gear, wear the Gear firmly around your lower arm just above the wrist.
This device, S Health, and related software is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the
cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
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Applications
Measuring your heart rate
1 Tap
S Health
on the Apps screen.
2 Rotate the bezel right and open the heart rate tracker screen.
3 Tap the screen to begin measuring your heart rate.
• After a moment, your current heart rate displays on the screen.
4 Tap
Tag
to select a status tag for your measured heart rate.
• The Gear displays information about your heart rate in relation to your selected tag.
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Applications
5 Tap the screen to view a graph of your records. Rotate the bezel to view records by day.
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Applications
Tracking your heart rate
The Gear can automatically measure and track your heart rate. Your Gear measures your heart rate at regular intervals.
This feature may not function properly while you are moving.
XTo activate or deactivate this feature, tap
S Health
on the Apps screen, and then rotate the bezel right and open the settings screen,
tap
Options
>
Auto HR
and select a frequency level.
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Water tracker
Record and track how many glasses of water you drink.
1 Tap
S Health
on the Apps screen.
2 Rotate the bezel right and open the water tracker screen.
3 Tap
Add
when you drink a glass of water.
• If you accidentally added an incorrect value, you can fix it in the S Health app on your smartphone.
4 Tap the screen to view a graph of your records. Rotate the bezel to view records by day.
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Caffeine tracker
Record and track how many cups of coffee you drink.
1 Tap
S Health
on the Apps screen.
2 Rotate the bezel right and open the caffeine tracker screen.
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3 Tap
Add
when you drink a cup of coffee.
• If you accidentally added an incorrect value, you can fix it in the S Health app on your smartphone.
4 Tap the screen to view a graph of your records. Rotate the bezel to view records by day.
Additional information
Only your most recent activity records are stored. You can view previous data on the smartphone where the
SHealth app is installed.
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Applications
Nike+ Running
Nike+ Running records your exercising by tracking your distance, pace, and time. Check your monthly records and compare them with
yourfriends.
Starting Running
You must download and install
Nike+
Running
on the smartphone to use this app on the Gear.
1 On the Gear Apps screen, tap
Running
.
• The smartphone displays a screen that prompts you to download and install
Nike+
Running
.
2 On the smartphone follow the prompts to install
Nike+
Running
.
3 Launch
Nike+
Running
, tap
Get started
>
Running
, enter your email address and password, and then
tap
Log in
>
Done
.
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Starting to exercise
1 On the Apps screen, tap
Running
.
2 Tap
Run
.
3 Set your music, heart rate measurement, and encouragement preferences for youractivity.
4 When you are finished, the Gear displays the Running main screen and starts to record your exercise.
• Rotate the bezel left to view music playback controls while exercising.
• Rotate the bezel right to view your current location on a map.
5 When you are finished exercising, tap the screen and tap
Pause
>
Stop
>
OK
.
• Rotate the bezel left on the Running main screen to view your exercise records for this month.
• Rotate the bezel right on the Running main screen to compare your exercise records with friends. You can add your friends to
compete with them.
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Applications
Schedule
View the events scheduled on the smartphone.
1 Tap
Schedule
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap anywhere on the monthly calendar.
• The current day’s events list displays.
3 Rotate the bezel right to view upcoming events.
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Applications
S Voice
Introduction
Perform various tasks simply by speaking.
Make sure the Gear’s microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it.
Setting a wake-up command
You can launch S Voice using your own wake-up command. You can only use this feature when your Gear’s screen is turned on.
XWhen launching S Voice for the first time, tap
OK
>
Start
and set your own wake-up command.
• To change the wake-up command, tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
Change wake-up command >
OK
, and then
tap
Start
and follow theprompts.
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Using S Voice
1 Say the preset wake-up command or tap
S Voice
on the Apps screen.
• When
S Voice
launches, the Gear begins voice recognition.
View examples of
voice commands
S Voice settings
2 Say a voice command.
• If the Gear recognizes the command, the Gear performs the corresponding action.
• Tap
Microphone
to repeat a voice command or say a different command.
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Tips for better voice recognition
• Speak clearly.
• Speak in quiet places.
• Do not use offensive or slang words.
• Avoid speaking in dialectal accents.
The Gear may not recognize your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how
youspeak.
Setting the language
XOn the Apps screen, tap
S Voice
>
More options
>
Language
, and then select a language.
The selected language is applied to
S Voice
only, not to the language displayed on the Gear.
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Weather
View weather information on the Gear for locations set on the smartphone when the devices are connected.
1 Tap
Weather
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap the screen and rotate the bezel to view the current day’s weather information.
3 Rotate the bezel right to add other cities’ weather information.
When your Gear and smartphone are connected, this feature uses your smartphone’s location information.
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Applications
Alarm
Setting alarms
1 Tap
Alarm
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap
Add alarm
.
• If you have a saved alarm, tap
Add
on the alarm list.
3 Set the alarm time by tapping an option and rotating the bezel, and then tap
Next
.
4 Select the days for the alarm to repeat and tap
Save
.
• The saved alarm is added to the alarms list.
• From the alarms list, tap
Off
to activate the alarm or tap
On
to deactivate the alarm.
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Stopping alarms
Z
Z
XDrag
Stop
to the right to stop an alarm. If you want to use the snooze function, drag
Snooze
to the left to repeat the alarm
after 5 minutes.
Deleting alarms
XIn the alarms list, press and hold an alarm, and then tap
Delete
.
Timer
1 Tap
Timer
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap an increment of time, and rotate the bezel to set the duration, and then tap
Start
.
3 Drag
Stop
to the right when the timer goes off.
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Stopwatch
1 Tap
Stopwatch
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap
Start
to time an event.
• Tap
Lap
to record lap times while timing an event.
3 Tap
Stop
to stop timing.
• Tap
Resume
to restart the timing.
• Tap
Reset
to clear lap times.
• Swipe upwards from the bottom edge of the screen to view the stopwatch log.
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World Clock
Add cities
1 Tap
World clock
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap
Add city
to add a city to your World clock.
3 Tap a location on the map, or
All cities
to search for the city you want to add.
4 Tap the city
to add it to your World clock.
• To add more cities, tap
Add
.
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Remove Cities
1 Tap
World clock
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap
More options
by the city you want to remove.
3 Tap
Delete
, and select the city again.
4 Tap
Delete
to confirm.
Bloomberg
View the latest articles, article summaries, and stock indexes from Bloomberg.
1 Tap
Bloomberg
on the Apps screen.
2 Select a category and view the article summaries or stock indexes. Tap
More options
>
Show on phone
to read the full article or
view details for the index on your smartphone.
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CNN
Read the latest articles from CNN on your Gear.
1 Tap
CNN
on the Apps screen.
2 Rotate the bezel to select a category.
3 Scroll up or down in the article list and tap an article to read it.
• Tap
Download
to read the full article.
ESPN
View up to date scores for your favorites sports teams. You must have the ESPN companion for Gear app installed on your smartphone
to use this app.
XTap
ESPN
on the Apps screen, and your favorite teams highlights will display.
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Applications
News Briefing
Create and access your personalized magazines.
XTap
News briefing
on the Apps screen, and turn the bezel to search through trending articles.
Music Player
Introduction
Listen to music saved on the Gear and on the smartphone.
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Applications
Playing music
XTap
Music player
on the Apps screen.
Adjust the volume
Skip to the previous file Skip to the next file
Tap and hold to rewind Tap and hold to fast-forward
Access additional options
Pause and resume playback
Open the playlist
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Playing music on your smartphone
When you select a smartphone to play music from, you can control playback of the music with your Gear. The music plays on your
smartphone.
1 Tap
Music player
.
2 Tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
Play music from
, and then tap
Play music from
.
• The music plays on your smartphone and the Gear displays the music controller screen.
Importing music
Import music saved in your device to your Gear.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
.
2 Tap
Send content to gear
.
3 Tap
Select tracks
.
4 Select files and tap
Done
.
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To sync music in your smartphone with your Gear:
1 Open the Apps screen of the smartphone and tap
Samsung gear
>
Send content to gear
.
2 Tap the
Auto sync
switch under
Music
, tap
Playlists to sync
, and then select playlists to export to the Gear.
• The selected playlists synchronizes while the Gear is charging.
Samsung Milk Music
Samsung Milk Music is a streaming radio service that offers a simple way to find the music that is right for you. With a library of over
13 million songs and 200+ stations, the interactive dial makes it easy to skim through stations, to find the perfect soundtrack for the
moment.
XTap
Samsung milk music
on the Apps screen to start listening to music.
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Gallery
Introduction
View and manage images stored on the Gear.
Viewing images
1 Tap
Gallery
on the Apps screen.
2 Rotate the bezel to scroll through the image list and select an image.
Zooming in or out
XWhile viewing an image, double-tap the image to zoom in or out.
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Deleting images
Tap
Gallery
on the Apps screen.
Tap an image.
Press and hold an image to delete.
Tap
Delete
, and then tap
checkmark
to confirm.
Rotate the bezel and select any images you want to delete.
Tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
Delete
, and then tap
Delete
.
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Importing and exporting images
Exporting images to your smartphone
1 Tap
Gallery
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap an image.
3 Press and hold the image to export.
4 Rotate the bezel and select any images to export.
5 Tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
Send to phone
, and then tap
Send to phone
.
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Importing images from your smartphone
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
.
2 Tap
Send content to gear
.
3 Tap
Select photos
.
4 Select files and tap
Done
.
To sync images in your smartphone with your Gear:
1 Open the Apps screen of the smartphone and tap
Samsung gear
>
Send content to gear
.
2 Tap the
Auto sync
switch under
Photo
, tap
Albums to sync
, and then select albums to import to the Gear.
• The selected albums are synchronized while the Gear is charging.
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Buddy
Manage buddies on your Gear. You can select buddies from contacts saved in your smartphone. If you select a contact as a buddy, you
can quickly initiate calls or send messages from the Gear.
1 Tap
Buddy
on the Apps screen.
2 Select a buddy and initiate a call or send a message.
Adding buddies
XRotate the bezel to
Add to list
and tap
Add to list
. Then, on your smartphone, select contacts you want to add.
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Email
View emails received on the smartphone and reply to them.
Reading emails
1 On the Apps screen, tap
Email
.
2 Select an email to open the email screen.
• To view an email on the smartphone, tap
More options
>
Show on phone
.
• To reply to a message, tap
Reply
and enter your message.
You may not be able to reply to emails depending on the smartphone that you connect to the Gear.
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Find My Phone
If you misplace the smartphone, the Gear can help you find it.
1 Tap
Find my phone
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap
Start
.
• The smartphone emits sounds and turns on the screen.
3 Drag
Stop
outside the large circle on the smartphone, or tap
Stop
on the Gear.
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Maps
Find your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various places.
XOn the Apps screen, tap
Maps
.
• Tap
My location
to view your current location.
• Tap the screen and then tap
Search
to search for a location.
• Tap
Route
to search for a route. If you want to view the detailed route, download the suggested app on your smartphone.
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Voice Memo
Introduction
Use this app to record or play voice memos.
Recording voice memos
1 Tap
Voice memo
on the Apps screen.
2 Tap
Record
to start recording. Speak into the microphone.
3 Tap
Pause
to pause recording.
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Start recording Access additional options
Applications
4 Tap
Stop
to finish recording.
• The voice memo is saved on the Gear and the smartphone simultaneously.
• To save the voice memo only on the Gear, on the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Individual
app settings
>
Voice memo
>
Auto transfer interval
, and then set the interval.
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Saving as a text memo
While voice recording, the Gear recognizes the voice memo and changes into text and then saves it.
XTo change the recognition language, tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
Language
, and then tap
Language
.
XTo deactivate the feature, tap
More options
, rotate the bezel to
Speech-to-text
, and then tap
Speech-to-text
.
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Settings
Introduction
Customize settings for functions and apps. You can make your Gear more personalized by configuring various setting options.
XTap
Settings
on the Apps screen.
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Settings
Display
Change the display settings.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Display
.
• Watch faces: Select a watch type.
• Watch always on: Set the Gear to display a watch when the screen is turned off.
• Notification indicator: Set the Gear to display notifications when the screen is turned off.
• Brightness: Adjust the brightness for the display.
• Screen timeout: Choose an interval of time before the screen turns off.
• Font: Change the font type and size.
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Settings
Sound
Change the sound settings.
Sound mode
Set the sound mode for the device.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Sound
>
Sound mode
.
• Sound: Turn the sound feature on or off.
• Vibrate: Use vibration for notifications.
• Mute: Mute all sounds.
Volume
Adjust the volume level of your device.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Sound
>
Volume
, and tap
+
or
-,
or move the swivel to adjust the volume.
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Settings
Vibration
Configure the settings for vibrations.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Sound
>
Vibration
.
• Intensity: Adjust the intensity of the vibration notification.
• Long buzz: Increase the duration of the vibration.
• Call: Vibrate for incoming calls.
• Notifications: Vibrate for new notifications.
Ringtones
Select a ringtone for your device.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Sound
>
Ringtones
, and tap to select a ringtone.
Touch sounds
Make sound while touching options on the screen.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Sound
>
Touch sounds
to enable.
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Settings
Device
Change the Gear’s keys and motion settings.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Device
.
• Double press home key: Select an action to perform.
• Wake-up gesture: Set the Gear to turn on the screen when you raise your wrist.
• Auto open apps: Focusing on an icon in the Apps screen will open the app automatically.
• Date and time: Set the date and time.
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Settings
Call
Change the call feature settings.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Call
.
• Call forwarding: Set your calls to automatically forward directly to your gear.
• Outgoing number: Display your gear’s outgoing number.
• Voice answer: Set the Gear to answer or reject calls using voice commands.
• Show my caller ID: Set up your caller ID.
• Call waiting: Manage call waiting.
• Voicemail: Access and customize your voicemail.
• Call block list: View and edit your call block list.
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Settings
Messages
Change the message feature settings.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Messages
.
• Emergency alerts: Tap Alert types to customize which alerts you want to receive.
• Spam filters: Set your spam numbers and messages.
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Settings
Connections
Bluetooth
Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Bluetooth
.
• Bluetooth: Turn the Bluetooth feature on or off.
• BT headset: Search for Bluetooth headsets and connect them to the Gear.
The headset can be only used when playing music on the Gear.
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Settings
Mobile networks
Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Mobile networks
.
• Mobile networks: Turn the Mobile networks feature on or off.
• Mobile data: Enable mobile data.
• Data roaming: Customize options for when you are roaming.
• Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode.
• Network operators: Choose preferred network operators.
• Access point names: Choose or add APNs.
Wi-Fi
Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Wi-Fi
, and then tap the
Wi-Fi
switch to activate it.
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Settings
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
This feature is available when the Gear is not connected to the smartphone through Bluetooth.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Wi-Fi
, and then tap the
Wi-Fi
switch to activate it.
2 Tap
Wi-Fi networks
>
Scan
.
3 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
• Networks that require a password display a lock icon.
4 Tap
Connect
.
Once the Gear connects to a Wi-Fi network, the Gear reconnects to that network each time it is available without requiring a
password. To prevent the Gear connecting to the network automatically, select the network and then tap
Forget
.
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Settings
NFC
The Gear allows you to use the built-in technology to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading
and configuring the required apps.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
NFC
.
• NFC: Activate the NFC feature to link your Gear to your credit or debit card.
• Tap and pay: Set the default payment app for mobile payments.
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Making payments with the NFC feature
Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get more
information about the service, contact your service provider.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
NFC
and then tap the
NFC
switch to activate it.
2 Touch the NFC antenna area at the top of the Gear’s touchscreen to the NFC card reader.
• To set the default payment app, open the settings screen and tap Connections > NFC > Tap and pay, and then select anapp.
The payment services list may not include all available payment apps.
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Settings
Alerts
Receive Bluetooth disconnection alerts.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Alerts
to enable or disable this option.
Airplane mode
Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Airplane mode
to enable or disable this option.
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Settings
Data usage
Set the Gear to monitor your mobile data usage.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Data usage
.
• Mobile data: Enable mobile data.
• Data usage limit: Your mobile data connection will be turned off when the specified time limit is reached.
• Data usage cycle: Choose a time period for data usage.
• Start date: Select a date to start viewing the data usage.
• Usage details: View your data usage.
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Settings
Location
Some apps may require location services to be turned on for full functionality.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
>
Location.
2 Tap
Location
again to enable,
and select a mode.
• GPS & wireless networks: Use GPS and wireless networks.
• Wireless networks: Use wireless networks only.
• GPS: Use GPS only.
Screen lock
Set the Gear to use the screen lock feature when you are not wearing it.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Screen lock
.
• Screen lock: Activate or deactivate the screen lock feature.
• Help: View help information for using the screen lock feature.
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Accessibility
Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities.
Vision
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Accessibility
>
Vision
and select a mode.
• Screen reader: This feature uses TalkBack, which reads aloud the names of items you tap. You can also rotate the bezel to hear
the names of items on screen, such as apps on the Apps screen.
• Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all times.
• Zoom: Magnify the screen.
• Grayscale: Change all colors to gray.
• Negative colors: Reverse the display of colors from white text on a black background to black text on a white background.
Hearing
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Accessibility
>
Hearing
and select a mode.
• Turn off all sounds: For privacy turn off all notifications and audio.
• Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono for use with one earphone.
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Add shortcut
Press and hold the Home key for accessibility settings.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Accessibility
>
Add shortcut
and follow the prompts to set your shortcut.
Direct access
Triple tap the screen with two fingers for the screen reader.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Accessibility
>
Direct access
to enable.
Input
Default keyboard
Select a default keyboard type for text input.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Input
>
Default keyboard
.
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Keyboard settings
Change the Samsung keyboard settings.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Input
>
Keyboard settings
>
Samsung keyboard
.
• English (US): Set the keyboard type. Options include a 3x4 keyboard or a rotary keyboard.
• Select input languages: Select languages for text input.
• Check for updates: Set the Gear to check for and download the latest version of the Samsung keyboard.
• Smart typing:
– Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict English words based on your input and display word suggestions.
– Auto replace: Set the Gear to correct misspelled and incomplete words by tapping the space bar.
– Auto capitalize: Set the Gear to automatically capitalize the first character after a final punctuation mark, such as a period,
question mark, or exclamation mark.
– Auto spacing: Set the Gear to automatically insert a space between words.
– Auto punctuate: Set the Gear to insert a period when you double-tap the space bar.
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Settings
• Key-tap feedback:
– Sound: Set the Gear to make sounds when you tap a key.
– Vibration: Set the Gear to vibrate when you tap a key.
• Reset settings: Reset the Samsung keyboard settings.
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Power saving
Activate power saving mode to save battery power by limiting the Gear’s functions.
• Displays colors on the screen as gray tones.
• Deactivates features, excluding phone, messages, and notifications.
• Deactivates the Wi-Fi feature.
• Limits the performance of the Gear’s CPU.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Power saving
>
OK
or press the
Power
key and tap
Powersaving
>
OK
.
2 Tap
Off
>
OK
to deactivate this mode.
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Settings
Gear info
View the Gear’s information.
XOn the Settings screen, tap
Gear info
.
• About device: Access information about the Gear.
• Report diagnostic and usage info: Set the Gear to automatically send the device’s diagnostic information.
• Reset gear:
– Light reset: Delete data except media files and personal data.
– Factory reset: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data.
• Debugging: Activate or deactivate USB debugging mode when developing apps for
the Gear.
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Introduction
To connect your Gear to a smartphone, install the Samsung Gear app on the smartphone. Launch
Galaxy Apps
or visit
apps.samsung.com/gear from your smartphone to downloadit. For non-Samsung devices, download the Samsung Gear app
from the Google Play store.
Using the Samsung gear app, you can customize your Gear’s settings.
XTap
Samsung gear
on the Apps screen of the smartphone.
• If it is the first time connecting your Gear and smartphone, refer to Connecting a new Gear for more information.
Some features may not be available depending on the type of connected smartphone.
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Connecting a new Gear
If you are currently using another Gear, you can disconnect it from the smartphone and connect a new one.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
.
2 Tap
More
>
Connect new gear
and then select a new Gear.
Disconnecting the Gear
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
.
2 Tap
More
>
Disconnect
. The Gear disconnects from your smartphone.
• Tap
More
>
Connect
to reconnect the Gear.
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Watch faces
You can change the type of watch to display on the Watch screen.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Watch faces
and select a desired watch type. The watch face you
selected is applied on the Watch screen.
2 Tap
Stylize
to select background and items to display on the watch face.
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Notifications
Change settings for the notification feature. Stay up to date with a variety of events, such as new messages received on the
smartphone.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Notifications
, tap the switch to activate it, and then activate items.
•
Manage notifications
: Select apps on the smartphone to send notifications to the Gear.
•
Limit notifications
: Set the Gear to block all notifications, except for alarms, that are received when the smartphone’s screen is
turned on.
•
Turn on screen
: Set the Gear to turn on the screen when the notification is received.
•
Auto show details
: Set the Gear to show details for notifications when they are received.
•
Notification indicator
: Show a yellow indicator on the watch face when there are unread notifications.
•
Smart relay
: Set the smartphone to display notification information that displays on the Gear when you pick up the
smartphone.
• This feature is only available when the Gear’s screen is turned on.
• Some smartphones do not support this feature.
• The smartphone must be unlocked to view details when the screen is locked.
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Apps layout
Customize the Gear’s Apps screen. You can select and rearrange apps.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Apps layout
.
Uninstalling apps
XTap
Uninstall
and select apps to remove from the Gear.
Reordering apps
XTap
Reorder
next to an app and drag it up or down to another position.
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Send content to Gear
Transfer saved audio or image files from your smartphone to your Gear.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Send content to gear
.
•
Select tracks
: Select audio files and manually send them from the smartphone to the Gear.
•
Auto sync
: Set the device to sync audio files with the Gear while the Gear is charging.
•
Playlists to sync
: Select a playlist to sync with the Gear.
•
Select photos
: Select images and manually send them from the smartphone to the Gear.
•
Auto sync
: Set the device to sync images with the Gear while the Gear is charging.
•
Albums to sync
: Select an image folder to sync with the Gear.
When the Gear does not have enough available memory, it deletes files that you have not set as your favorites in order from
oldest to newest.
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Settings
Text templates
Edit or add templates used for replying to messages.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Quick messages
.
2 Tap
General messages
or
Call-reject messages
.
3 Select a template to edit.
• To create additional templates, enter text in the input field and then tap
Add
.
4 Edit the template and tap
Save
.
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Individual app settings
Customize app settings for your Gear S2 on your smartphone.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Individual app settings
.
2 Tap an app to customize its settings.
•
Buddy
: Add up to 11 contacts to quickly send messages using your Gear S2.
•
Email
: Add email accounts and customize settings for email on your Gear S2.
•
Voice memo
: Transfer voice memos between your Gear and smartphone.
•
Weather
: Set your city and unit preferences for the Weather app.
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Auto update downloaded apps
Customize your preferences for downloaded updates for Gear apps.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Auto update downloaded apps
, and select an option:
•
Turn off
: Do not automatically update apps.
•
Via Wi-Fi only
: Only update apps when connected to a Wi-Fi network.
•
Whenever available
: Update anytime. Data charges may apply.
App update notifications
Receive notifications about available updates for the apps you have downloaded.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
App update notifications
to enable or disable this option.
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Double press Home key
Set an action to perform when you press the Gear’s Home key twice.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Double press home key
, and then select an option.
Gear connection
Customize your Gear’s wireless connection settings.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Gear connection
.
•
Remote connection
: Set the Gear to remotely connect to the smartphone when a Bluetooth connection between the devices is
not available.
•
Sync Wi-Fi profiles
: Set the device to sync the list of saved Wi-Fi networks with your Gear.
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Send SOS messages
In an emergency situation, quickly press the Gear’s
Home
key three times. The device sends messages to your primary contacts.
The messages include your location information. You can also send sound recordings along with the message to the recipients.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Send SOS messages
, and then tap the switch to
activate it.
2 Follow the prompts to add primary contacts.
3 To send help messages with audio recordings, tap the
Attach audio recording
switch to activate it.
Some smartphones do not support this feature.
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Adding primary contacts
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Send SOS messages
>
Send messages to
.
2 Tap
Add
>
Create contact
and enter contact information or tap
Select from contacts
to add an existing contact as a
primary contact.
Back up and restore
Back up the stored data on the Gear or restore backup data.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Backupandrestore
>
Back up data
or
Restore data
.
Call forwarding
Forward your calls from your smartphone, to your Gear S2.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Call forwarding
.
2 Tap the checkbox to accept the notice, and tap
OK
.
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About gear
Access information about the Gear.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
About gear
.
•
Update gear software
: Update the Gear to the latest software.
Gear storage
: View your Gear’s memory information.
•
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.
•
Legal information
: View the legal information for the Gear.
•
Unknown sources
: Set the Gear to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources.
•
Device name
: Change the Gear’s name.
Application version
View version information of the Samsung Gear app.
XOn the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Settings
>
Appversion
.
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Find My Gear
Remotely control your Gear when it is lost or misplaced.
•
Reactivation lock
: Set the Gear to require your Samsung account information after the device was reset. This prevents others from
reactivating your device if it is lost or stolen.
•
Control remotely
:
–
Locate gear
: Remotely find your Gear. The gear vibrates and the screen turns on.
–
Lock gear
: Remotely lock the Gear to prevent unauthorized access. This feature can be activated when the Bluetooth
connection between the Gear and smartphone ends while a remote connection is activated.
–
Reset gear
: Remotely delete all personal information stored in the Gear. After the Gear is reset, you cannot restore the
information or use the Find My Gear feature.
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Finding your Gear
If you misplace the Gear, find it with this feature.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Find my gear
.
2 Tap
Search
.
• The Gear vibrates and the screen turns on. Drag
Stop
to the right on the Gear, or tap
Gear
on the smartphone.
Reactivation Lock
Use your Samsung account to stop anyone from reactivating your Gear without your permission.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Find my gear
.
2 Tap
Reactivation lock
and tap
On/Off
to enable or disable this feature.
You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service
and before resetting the device to factory settings. If your paired device is running Android 5.1 or later your smartphone does
not have the Reactivation lock setting.
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Samsung Gear Apps
You can download apps for your Gear from
Samsung gear apps
.
1 On the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung gear
>
Samsung gear apps
.
2 Browse by category and select an app to download.
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