Samsung Galaxy Xcover 6 Pro User manual

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USER MANUAL
English. 05/2022. Rev.1.0
SM-G736B
SM-G736B/DS

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Table of Contents
Getting started
4 Device layout and functions
8 Charging the battery
13 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
14 Memory card (microSD card)
16 Turning the device on and off
17 Initial setup
18 Samsung account
19 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
22 Understanding the screen
30 Notification panel
32 Screen capture and screen record
33 Entering text
Apps and features
36 Installing or uninstalling apps
37 Phone
40 Contacts
42 Messages
43 Internet
44 Camera
57 Gallery
61 AR Zone
67 Bixby
69 Bixby Vision
70 Bixby Routines
72 Multi window
75 Samsung Pay
77 Samsung Health
78 Samsung Notes
79 Samsung Members
79 Samsung Kids
80 Samsung Global Goals
80 Samsung TV Plus
80 Galaxy Shop
80 Galaxy Wearable
81 Calendar
82 Reminder
83 Voice Recorder
84 My Files
84 Clock
84 Calculator
85 Game Launcher
86 Game Booster
87 SmartThings
87 Sharing content
89 Music Share
90 Smart View
91 Link to Windows
92 Samsung DeX
98 Google apps

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127 Advanced features
128 Motions and gestures
129 Dual Messenger
130 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
130 Battery and device care
130 Optimising your device
131 Battery
131 Storage
131 Memory
132 Device protection
132 Software update
132 Diagnostics
132 Ultra data saving
132 Apps
133 General management
134 Accessibility
134 Software update
135 About phone
Usage notices
136 Precautions for using the device
138 Notes on package contents and
accessories
139 Maintaining water and dust resistance
140 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
143 Troubleshooting
Settings
99 Introduction
99 Samsung account
99 Connections
101 Wi-Fi
102 Bluetooth
103 NFC and contactless payments
105 Data saver
105 Mobile data only apps
105 Mobile Hotspot
106 More connection settings
107 Sounds and vibration
108 Sound quality and effects
108 Separate app sound
109 Notifications
109 Display
110 Motion smoothness
111 Wallpaper and style
111 Themes
111 Home screen
111 Lock screen
112 Smart Lock
113 Biometrics and security
114 Face recognition
116 Fingerprint recognition
118 Samsung Pass
120 Secure Folder
123 Secure Wi-Fi
124 Privacy
124 Location
124 Safety and emergency
125 Accounts and backup
126 Samsung Cloud
126 Google

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Getting started
Device layout and functions
Speaker
Side key (Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
Volume key
XCover key
Touchscreen
Front camera
Proximity/Light sensor
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
Top key

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Flash
Rear camera
Speaker Microphone
Earphone jack
NFC antenna
Back cover
Main antenna
LED indicator Microphone
GPS antenna
•
When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using speakerphone,
do not place the device close to your ears.
•
Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct sunlight,
the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is irreparable
and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
•
If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of
injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, the device’s
sound may become quiet or certain features may not work. If you attempt to remove
the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object, the device may be damaged and its
appearance may be affected.

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Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
–
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
–
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
–
If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
•
If the area around the rear camera is covered with accessories, such as a screen
protector or stickers, unwanted noises may occur during calls or media playback.
•
Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a
cover. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
The light may flicker at the top of the device during calls due to proximity sensor
operation.
Hard keys
Key Function
Side key
•
When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using
Bixby for more information.
•
Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Side key +
Volume Down key
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
XCover key
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Press or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Top key
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Press or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Setting the Side key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding the
Side key.
Launch the
Settings app, tap Advanced features
→
Side key , and then select an option you
want.

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Setting the XCover key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing or pressing and holding the XCover key.
Launch the
Settings app, tap Advanced features
→
XCover key , and then select an option
you want.
Setting the Top key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing or pressing and holding the Top key.
Launch the
Settings app, tap Advanced features
→
Top key , and then select an option you
want.
Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. Refer
to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.

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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.
Installing the battery
1 Remove the back cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
2 Insert the battery with the battery’s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the
device’s contacts.
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1

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3 Replace the back cover.
2
1
Align
Press
Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly to prevent water and dust from entering
the device. Open or loose back cover may allow water and dust to enter the device and
cause damage.
Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device.
Removing the battery
1 Remove the back cover.
2 Pull out the battery.

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Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the
device.
Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device.
Quick charging
Launch the Settings app, tap Battery and device care
→
Battery
→
More battery settings ,
and then activate the feature you want.
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Fast charging : To use the fast charging feature, use a battery charger that supports
Adaptive fast charging.
You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off.