Samsung Gear VR SM-R322 User manual

Printed in Korea
GH68-45048A Rev.1.1
English (EU). 10/2015
USER
MANUAL
SM-R322

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6 Health and safety warnings
Getting started
16 About the Gear VR
17 Package contents
18 Device layout
23 Wearing the Gear VR
36 Installing the Gear VR
software
Basics
39 Using the touchpad
42 Oculus Home screen and VR
App screen
44 Moving the pointer or the
screen
45 Selecting items
48 Managing apps
49 Receiving calls
51 Viewing notifications
52 Using the Universal menu

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Apps
54 Oculus Store
56 Oculus Video
57 VR Gallery
61 Oculus 360 Photos
Troubleshooting
Safety information

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Please read this manual before using the Samsung Gear VR
(also referred to as Gear VR) to ensure safe and proper use.
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Use the Gear VR for its intended purpose only. Using the
Gear VR for other purposes may result in injury.
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To use the Gear VR, it must be connected to a Samsung
Galaxy Note5, Samsung Galaxy S6edge+, Samsung Galaxy
S6, or Samsung Galaxy S6edge. The Gear VR cannot be
operated by itself.
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To use Samsung Galaxy Note5or Samsung Galaxy S6edge+
with the Gear VR, upgrade the mobile device's software to
the latest version.
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Descriptions are based on the default settings of the
Samsung Galaxy Note5(also referred to as the mobile
device).

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Some languages or content may not be available
depending on the region or network.
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To view the open source licence for the Gear VR, refer to
opensource.samsung.com .
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

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Health and safety warnings
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Please ensure that all users of the Gear VR read the warnings
below carefully before using the Gear VR to reduce the risk
of personal injury, discomfort or property damage.
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These health and safety warnings are periodically updated
for accuracy and completeness. Check
oculus.com/warnings
for the latest version.
Before using the Gear VR
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Read and follow all setup and operating instructions
provided with the Gear VR.
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The Gear VR should be adjusted for each individual user, and
calibrated by using the configuration software (if available)
before starting a virtual reality experience. Failure to follow
this instruction may increase the risk of discomfort.

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We recommend consulting a physician before using the
Gear VR if you are pregnant, elderly, have pre-existing
binocular vision abnormalities or psychiatric disorders,
or suffer from a heart condition or other serious medical
condition.
Seizures
Some people (about 1 in 4,000) may have severe dizziness,
seizures, epileptic seizures or blackouts triggered by light
flashes or patterns, and this may occur while they are watching
TV, playing video games or experiencing virtual reality, even
if they have never had a seizure or blackout before or have no
history of seizures or epilepsy. Such seizures are more common
in children and young people under the age of 20. Anyone who
has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptoms linked
to an epileptic condition should consult a physician before
using the Gear VR.

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Children
The Gear VR should not be used by children under the age of
13. Adults should monitor children (age 13 and older) who
are using or have used the Gear VR for any of the symptoms
described below, and should limit the time children spend
using the Gear VR and ensure they take breaks during use.
Prolonged use should be avoided, as this could negatively
impact hand-eye coordination, balance, and multi-tasking
ability. Adults should monitor children closely during and after
use of the Gear VR for any decrease in these abilities.

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General instructions and precautions
You should always follow these instructions and observe these
precautions while using the Gear VR to reduce the risk of injury
or discomfort.
Use only in a safe environment
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The Gear VR produces an immersive virtual reality
experience that distracts you from and blocks your view of
your actual surroundings. For the safest experience, always
remain seated when using the Gear VR. Take special care to
ensure that you are not near other people, objects, stairs,
balconies, windows, furniture, or other items that you can
bump into or knock down when using, or immediately
after using, the Gear VR. Do not handle sharp or otherwise
dangerous objects while using the Gear VR. Never wear the
Gear VR in situations that require attention, such as walking,
bicycling, or driving.

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Make sure the Gear VR is level and secured comfortably on
your head, and that you see a single, clear image.
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Ease into the use of the Gear VR to allow your body to
adjust. Use for only a few minutes at a time at first, and only
increase the amount of time using the Gear VR gradually
as you grow accustomed to virtual reality. Looking around
when first entering virtual reality can help you adjust to any
small differences between your real-world movements and
the resulting virtual reality experience.
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A comfortable virtual reality experience requires an
unimpaired sense of motion and balance. Do not use the
Gear VR when you are tired, need sleep, are under the
influence of alcohol or drugs, are hung-over, have digestive
problems, are under emotional stress or anxiety, or when
suffering from cold, flu, headaches, migraines, or earaches,
as this can increase your susceptibility to adverse symptoms.

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Do not use the Gear VR while in a moving vehicle such as a
car, bus, or train, as this can increase your susceptibility to
adverse symptoms.
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Take at least a 10 to 15 minute break every 30 minutes, even
if you don’t think you need it. Each person is different, so
take more frequent and longer breaks if you feel discomfort.
You should decide what works best.
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The Gear VR may be equipped with a “passthrough”feature
which permits you to temporarily see your surroundings
for brief real world interaction. You should always remove
the Gear VR for any situation that requires attention or
coordination.
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Stop using the Gear VR if it seems to be hot. Prolonged
contact with an overheated device can cause burns.
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Do not wear the Gear VR without the mobile device
attached.

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Listening to sound at high volumes can cause irreparable
damage to your hearing. Background noise, as well as
continued exposure to high volume levels, can make sounds
seem quieter than they actually are. Due to immersive
nature of virtual reality, do not use the Gear VR with the
sound at a high volume so that you can maintain awareness
of your surroundings and reduce the risk of hearing
damage.
Discomfort
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Immediately discontinue use if anyone using the Gear VR
experiences any of the following symptoms: seizures, loss of
awareness, eye strain, eye or muscle twitching, involuntary
movements, altered, blurred, or double vision or other visual
abnormalities, dizziness, disorientation, impaired balance,
impaired hand-eye coordination, excessive sweating,
increased salivation, nausea, lightheadedness, discomfort
or pain in the head or eyes, drowsiness, fatigue, or any
symptoms similar to motion sickness.

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Just as with the symptoms people can experience after
they disembark a cruise ship, symptoms of virtual reality
exposure can persist and become more apparent hours
after use. These post-use symptoms can include the
symptoms above, as well as excessive drowsiness and
decreased ability to multi-task. These symptoms may put
you at an increased risk of injury when engaging in normal
activities in the real world.
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Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in other visually
or physically demanding activities that have potentially
serious consequences (i.e., activities in which experiencing
any symptoms could lead to death, personal injury, or
damage to property), or other activities that require
unimpaired balance and hand-eye coordination (such as
playing sports or riding a bicycle, etc.) until you have fully
recovered from any symptoms.
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Do not use the Gear VR until all symptoms have completely
subsided for several hours. Make sure you have properly
configured the Gear VR before resuming use.

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Be mindful of the type of content that you were using prior
to the onset of any symptoms because you may be more
prone to symptoms based upon the content being used.
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Consult a physician if you have serious and/or persistent
symptoms.
Repetitive stress injury
Prolonged use of the Gear VR and input devices (e.g.
controllers) can make your muscles, joints or skin hurt. If any
part of your body becomes tired or sore while playing, or if
you feel symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning or
stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other
discomfort during or after play, stop using the Gear VR and
consult a physician.

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Radio frequency interference
The Gear VR can emit radio waves that can affect the operation
of nearby electronics, including cardiac pacemakers. If you
have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not
use the Gear VR without first consulting your physician or the
manufacturer of your medical device.
Electrical shock
To reduce risk of electric shock, follow the warnings below.
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Do not modify or disassemble any of the components
provided.
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Do not use the Gear VR if any cable is damaged or any wires
are exposed.
Sunlight damage
Do not leave the Gear VR in direct sunlight. Exposure to direct
sunlight may cause fire or may cause damage to your Gear VR
or the attached mobile device.

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About the Gear VR
The Samsung Gear VR (also referred to as Gear VR) is a head-
mounted, virtual reality device that provides an immersive
experience for a wide range of users.
When you connect a mobile device to the Gear VR, you can
enjoy 2D or 3D content and play games by launching apps
on the mobile device. Use the Gear VR with the mobile device
and connect it to other devices, such as a game controller or a
Bluetooth headset.

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Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Gear VR, top head strap, main strap, and user manual
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The items supplied with the device and any available
accessories may vary depending on the region or
service provider.
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The supplied items are designed only for this device
and may not be compatible with other devices.
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Appearances and specifications are subject to change
without prior notice.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using
unapproved accessories may cause performance
problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the
warranty.
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Availability of all accessories is subject to change
depending entirely on manufacturing companies. For
more information about available accessories, refer to
the Samsung website.

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Device layout
Focus
adjustment
wheel
Connector
Charger port
Device holder
(right)
Device holder
(left)
Foam
cushioning
Proximity
sensor
Lenses

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Back key
Touchpad
Volume key
Front cover
The Gear VR does not require charging as it is powered
using the mobile device’s battery.

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You can connect the charger to the charger port on the
Gear VR. Use only Samsung-approved USB cables and
2A power adaptors.
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If you use the Gear VR while the charger is
connected, it is powered by the charger and does
not use the mobile device's battery. When you use
content that has high power demand (more than
1A) while the charger is connected, the Gear VR
uses two power sources. In high power demand
situations, the Gear VR is powered by the charger
and the mobile device's battery at the same time.
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If the Gear VR is disconnected from the charger
while the Gear VR is being used, the image on the
screen may be briefly inactive. During this period,
the screen recalibrates and the Gear VR may not
recognise your head movements.
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If the Gear VR is not used while the charger is
connected, the mobile device's battery will be
charged.