Samsung SM-C200 Gear 360 User manual

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User Manual
SM-C200
English. 05/2016. Rev.1.0

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Table of Contents
Basics
3 Read me first
4 About the Samsung Gear 360
5 Package contents
6 Device layout
8 Indicator light
9 Camera status screen
11 Memory card
14 Battery
17 Mounting the Samsung Gear 360 onto
the tripod
18 Turning the Samsung Gear 360 on and
off
18 Connecting the Samsung Gear 360 to
a mobile device
Using the Samsung Gear
360
24 Using the Samsung Gear 360’s menus
25 Connecting to a mobile device
remotely
26 Recording videos or taking photos
37 Viewing videos or images
42 Using Gear 360 ActionDirector
43 Transferring files to a computer
43 Connecting to the Google Street View
app
44 Updating the software
45 Settings
Appendix
47 Troubleshooting

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Basics
Read me first
Please read this manual before using this device to ensure safe and proper use.
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Images may differ in appearance from the actual product. Content is subject to change
without prior notice. You can access the full user manual for more information. Visit
www.samsung.com to view device information, the user manual, and more.
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Before using other devices, make sure they are compatible with the Samsung Gear 360.
Visit www.samsung.com to see a list of compatible mobile devices.
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This product includes certain free/ open source software. To see the instructions for
viewing the open source license, go to the Samsung website (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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About the Samsung Gear 360
The Samsung Gear 360 camera captures 360-degree videos and photos of you and your
surroundings in one shoot. You can rotate the perspective of 360-degree videos and images
horizontally and vertically to view them from different angles. The two fish-eye lenses capture
high-quality videos and photos and you can easily edit or share the content. If you use a Gear
VR, you can fully immerse yourself in the 360-degree content.
When you connect the Samsung Gear 360 to your mobile device via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct,
you can capture videos and photos remotely from the mobile device. You can also view or
edit the videos and photos on the connected mobile device.

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Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Samsung Gear 360
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Battery
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Tripod
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Quick start guide
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The items supplied with the Samsung Gear 360 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 Samsung Gear 360 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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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the Samsung Gear 360 before purchase.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the 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
OK key
NFC antenna
Cover
Microphone
Front camera
Camera status screen
Multipurpose jack
Memory card slot
Battery slot
Battery latch
Front camera status
light
Menu key
Indicator light
Microphone
Speaker
Rear camera
Rear camera status
light

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Tripod socket
Power key
Keys
Key Function
Power
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Press and hold to turn the Samsung Gear 360 on or off.
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Press to return to the previous screen.
Menu
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Press repeatedly to move to the menu you want.
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Press and hold to access connection modes.
OK
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Press to record a video or take a photo, or select the option
you want.

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Indicator light
The indicator light informs you of your Samsung Gear 360’s status.
Indicator light
Colour Status
Flashes blue three times
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Power on
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Formatting a memory card or successfully resetting the
Samsung Gear 360
Flashes red three times
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Power off
Flashes red
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Battery power is low (lower than 10 %)
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Overheating
Continuously on red
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The battery is charging.
Continuously on green
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The battery is fully charged.
Red
→
Green
→
Blue
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Bluetooth pairing mode
Continuously on blue
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Connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth
Flashes blue
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Transferring videos or photos, or updating software

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Camera status screen
Access options, such as camera modes and connection modes, and view the Samsung Gear
360’s status via messages and indicator icons on the camera status screen.
Camera status screen
Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the camera status screen.
Current shooting mode
Available video
recording
time/Available number
of photos you can take
Connected via
Bluetooth
Battery power/Charging
status
Icon Function
Battery power level
Battery charging status
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: Charging
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: Overheating
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: Charger connected improperly

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Icon Function
Connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth
Bluetooth pairing mode
Bluetooth pairing mode ended
Recording mode
Recording a video
Shooting mode
Time lapse mode
Take several photos at set intervals and save them as one video.
Time lapse shooting interval
Recording a time lapse video
Looping video mode
Record a video continuously by overwriting a set period of the previously
recorded content and saving the new content.
Looping video overwriting time
Memory card full
No memory card
Memory card error
Connected to computer
USB connection error
Connected to the Google Street View app

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Memory card
Installing a memory card
A memory card must be inserted to take photos or record videos. Your device accepts
memory cards with maximum capacities of 200 GB. Depending on the memory card
manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.
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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the Samsung Gear 360.
Using an incompatible card may damage the Samsung Gear 360 or the memory
card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
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If you use a slow writing memory card, the recording of your movie can be
interrupted because the card cannot process data at the rate the video is being
shot. If this occurs, replace the card with a faster memory card or reduce the video
size.
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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
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Memory cards are sold separately.
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If you insert or remove a memory card while the Samsung Gear 360 is turned on,
the power will turn off.
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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
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When a memory card is not inserted, No card is displayed on the camera status
screen.

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1 Open the cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the cover.
2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the
Samsung Gear 360’s contacts.
Memory card
Memory card slot
3 Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.
4 Push the rubber connector in and close the cover.
Removing the memory card
Push the memory card until it disengages from the Samsung Gear 360, and then pull it out.

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Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the Samsung Gear
360. Format the memory card on the Samsung Gear 360 or on the Samsung Gear 360 app.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
Formatting on the Samsung Gear 360
1 Press the Menu key until
Settings appears, and then press the OK key to select it.
2 Press the Menu key until
Format appears, and then press the OK key to select it.
3 Press the Menu key until
Yes appears, and then press the OK key to select it.
A confirmation message will appear on the camera status screen when the formatting is
finished.
Formatting on the Samsung Gear 360 app
1 On the Apps screen of the mobile device, tap
Samsung Gear 360
→
MORE
→
Settings .
2 Tap
Reset and format
→
Format Gear 360 SD card .
A confirmation message will appear on the camera status screen when the formatting is
finished.

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Battery
Inserting a battery
1 Open the cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the cover.
2 Insert the battery with the battery’s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the
Samsung Gear 360’s contacts.
Battery slot
3 Push the battery into the slot until it locks in place.
4 Push the rubber connector in and close the cover.

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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the Gear.
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Chargers are sold separately.
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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.
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While charging, the Samsung Gear 360 and the charger may heat up. This is normal
and should not affect the Samsung Gear 360’s lifespan or performance. If the
temperature rises above a certain level, battery charging will be stopped.
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You cannot charge the Samsung Gear 360 while recording a video, using the time
lapse feature, or using the viewfinder remotely on the connected mobile device.
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To save the battery power, activate the auto shut-off feature.
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If the Samsung Gear 360 is not charging properly, take the Samsung Gear 360 and
the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
1 Plug the small end of the charger into the multipurpose jack of the Samsung Gear 360,
and plug the large end of the charger into an electric socket.
Multipurpose jack
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the Samsung Gear
360. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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2 After fully charging, disconnect the Samsung Gear 360 from the charger. First unplug the
charger from the Samsung Gear 360, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
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To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and be easily accessible while charging.
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If the indicator light does not work as described, disconnect the charger from the
Samsung Gear 360 and reconnect it.
Removing the battery
Press and slide the battery latch to release the battery.
Battery latch
Turn off the Samsung Gear 360 before removing the battery. If you do not, the
Samsung Gear 360 may be damaged.

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Mounting the Samsung Gear 360 onto the
tripod
Use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
Insert the tripod into the Samsung Gear 360’s tripod socket and twist it until it is fixed to the
Samsung Gear 360.
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If the Samsung Gear 360 is not securely fixed, it may accidentally separate from the
tripod and be damaged.

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Turning the Samsung Gear 360 on and off
Press and hold the Power key to turn on the Samsung Gear 360.
To turn off the Samsung Gear 360, press and hold the Power key.
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The Samsung Gear 360 turns off if the device is not used for a specified period. By
using the
Auto power off after option, you can set the length of time the Samsung
Gear 360 waits before it turns off. Refer to Settings for more information.
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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas, such
as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Connecting the Samsung Gear 360 to a mobile
device
Installing the Samsung Gear 360 app
To connect your Samsung Gear 360 and mobile device, install the Samsung Gear 360 app on
the mobile device.
Method 1: Installing the app using NFC tags
1 If the mobile device supports the NFC feature, activate the feature.

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2 Touch the NFC antenna area of the Samsung Gear 360 to the mobile device’s NFC
antenna area.
The app installation guide screen will appear.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions on the mobile device to complete the installation.
You can use this method without turning on the Samsung Gear 360.
NFC antenna
Method 2: Downloading the app from app stores
Depending on your device, you can download the Samsung Gear 360 app from the following
app stores:
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Samsung Android devices: Galaxy Apps , apps.samsung.com/gear360
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Other Android devices: Play Store , apps.samsung.com/gear360

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Connecting to a mobile device via Bluetooth
To control the Samsung Gear 360 from your mobile device, the Samsung Gear 360 must
be paired with the mobile device. After the Samsung Gear 360 has paired with the mobile
device, the Samsung Gear 360 will try to connect to the mobile device every time you turn on
the Samsung Gear 360.
After connecting the devices, you can record videos and take photos using the mobile device
and view the captured content on the mobile device via Wi-Fi Direct.
Connection methods may vary depending on your mobile device and its software
version.
Method 1: Pairing with a mobile device using NFC tags
Samsung Gear 360
1 Turn on the Samsung Gear 360.
Mobile device
2 If the mobile device supports the NFC feature, activate the feature.
3 Touch the NFC antenna area of the Samsung Gear 360 to the mobile device’s NFC
antenna area.
The Bluetooth feature will be activated automatically.
4 When the Bluetooth connection request window appears, tap
OK .
When the Samsung Gear 360 and mobile device are connected, the Bluetooth icon will
appear on the camera status screen.