Samsung GALAXY GEAR SM-V700 User manual

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User Manual
SM-V700

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About this manual
You can use this device as a companion device to some Samsung Android™smartphones or
tablet PCs. This user manual is specially designed to explain applications and features that are
available when the device is connected to a mobile device.
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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.
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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers
or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the
manual, refer to the Samsung website,
www.samsung.com .
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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Applications related to the content may not work
properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
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Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service
provider.
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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider
other than Samsung.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.
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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
contact service providers.
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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information
Copyright
Copyright © 2013 Samsung Electronics
This guide is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung
Electronics.
Trademarks
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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
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Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

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Table of Contents
Getting started
6 Device layout
7 Button
7 Package contents
8 Charging the battery
11 Wearing the device
12 Turning the device on and off
13 Connecting to a mobile device
14 Locking and unlocking the device
14 Adjusting the brightness of the display
15 Adjusting the volume
15 Switching to silent mode
Basics
16 Indicator icons
16 Using the touch screen
19 Notifications
20 Home screen
21 Clock screen
21 Applications screen
21 Using applications
22 Returning to the previous screen
22 Securing the device
23 Bluetooth
24 Using calling features
Gear Manager
25 About Gear Manager
25 Configuring the device settings
25 Customising the Home screen
26 Managing applications
27 Finding the device
27 Activating the auto lock feature
27 Activating the notification features
28 Setting an application shortcut
28 Setting up emergency messages
28 Smart relay
29 Using a wake-up gesture
29 Viewing help information
Applications
30 Camera
32 Gallery
33 Archive
33 Contacts
33 Dialler
33 Find my device
34 Logs
34 Media Controller
35 Pedometer
38 S Voice
38 Stopwatch

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39 Timer
39 Today’s Schedule
39 Voice Memo
40 Weather
Settings
41 About Settings
41 Clock
42 Sound
42 Volume
42 Display
43 Bluetooth
43 Privacy lock
43 Language
43 Reset Gear
43 Gear info
Troubleshooting

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Getting started
Device layout
Microphone
Touch screen Power button
Camera
Charging
terminals
Strap
Microphone
Speaker
Buckle
Humidity and liquids may damage your device. Keep your device dry.
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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.
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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
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If the speaker is wet, sound may be distorted. Ensure that the speaker is dry.

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Button
Button Function
Power
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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
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Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to reset the device if it has
fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.
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Press to return to the Clock screen.
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Press to lock the device on the Clock screen. The device goes
into lock mode when the touch screen turns off. Press again
to unlock the device.
Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Device
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Charging cradle
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Quick start guide
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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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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.
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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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Charging the battery
Use the charging cradle to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer
can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
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When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.
Charging with the charging cradle
1 Slide and hold the switch, and then open the cover of the charging cradle.
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Charging terminals

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2 Place the device on the charging cradle with the charging terminals facing each other.
3 Close the cover of the charging cradle.

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4 Plug the small end of the charger into the multipurpose jack of the charging cradle, and
plug the large end of the charger into an electric socket.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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While charging, you cannot answer calls and use voice recorder and camera.
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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.
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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charging cradle.
First remove the device from the charging cradle, unplug the charger from the charging
cradle, and then unplug the charger from the electric socket.
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 easily accessible while charging.

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Checking the battery charge status
When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current
battery charge status:
Charging Fully charged
Wearing the device
1 Release the buckle.
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Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you release the buckle.
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Do not bend the strap excessively. Doing so may damage the device.
2 Open the clasp and fit the strap to your wrist with the pin.

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3 Press the buckle until it clicks.
Turning the device on and off
When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to connect the
device to a smartphone or tablet PC and set up your device.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where
the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap
Power off .

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Connecting to a mobile device
By connecting the device to another mobile device, you can use applications and features on
the connected mobile device.
To connect the device to another mobile device, use the charging cradle that has a built-in
NFC antenna and an embedded Bluetooth address that matches your device.
First, activate the NFC feature on the mobile device. When turning on the device for the first
time or after resetting the device, touch the back of the charging cradle to the back of the
mobile device. Then, follow the on-screen instructions.
Gear Manager is installed on the mobile device and the devices are connected via the
Bluetooth feature.
If you connect the devices with an optional charging cradle, launch Gear Manager on
the mobile device, and then tap
Connect manually to find and connect the devices.
Connecting manually
If your mobile device does not have an NFC feature you must connect the devices manually.
First, access
Samsung Apps on the mobile device, and then download and install Gear
Manager. When turning on the device for the first time or after resetting the device, launch
Gear Manager on the mobile device. Then, follow the on-screen instructions.

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Using applications after connecting to a mobile device
When the device is connected to a mobile device using the Bluetooth feature, you can use
the following features and applications:
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Calling: Make a call or answer a call.
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Viewing notifications: Receive real-time notifications of a variety of events, such as missed
calls or new messages.
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Archive : View messages.
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Contacts : View contacts.
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Dialler : Enter a number using the keypad and make a call.
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Find my device : Find the connected mobile device.
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Logs : View call and message logs.
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Media Controller : Play and control media files.
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S Voice : Command the device by voice.
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Today’s Schedule : View today’s events.
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Weather : View weather information.
Locking and unlocking the device
When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button
on the Clock screen turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device
automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period.
Press the Power button to unlock the device.
Adjusting the brightness of the display
Use one of the following methods:
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Drag upwards or downwards on the screen with two fingers, and then tap or under
Brightness .
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On the Home screen, scroll to Apps , tap Apps
→
Settings
→
Display
→
Brightness , and
then adjust the brightness.

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Adjusting the volume
Use one of the following methods:
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Drag upwards or downwards on the screen with two fingers, and then tap or under
Volume .
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On the Home screen, scroll to Apps , tap Apps
→
Settings
→
Volume , and then select a
category to adjust the ringtone volume or sound volume.
Do not hold the device’s speaker close to your ears. Excessive exposure to loud
sounds can cause hearing damage.
Switching to silent mode
Use one of the following methods:
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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap or .
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On the Home screen, scroll to Apps , tap Apps
→
Settings
→
Sound
→
Sound mode
→
Vibrate or Mute .

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Basics
Indicator icons
The following icons provide information about the status of the device. These icons appears
when you double-tap the screen with two fingers.
Icon Meaning
Bluetooth feature activated
Another Bluetooth device connected
Battery power level
Using the touch screen
Use only fingers to use the touch screen.
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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
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The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.
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Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the
device.

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Finger gestures
Tapping
To open an application, to select a menu item, or to press an on-screen button, tap it with a
finger.
Tapping and holding
Tap and hold the screen with two fingers to open the list of recent applications.

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Dragging
Drag upwards or downwards on the screen with two fingers to access the brightness and
volume control panel.
Double-tapping
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Double-tap on an image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
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Double-tap the screen with two fingers to view indicator icons, time, and date.

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Flicking
Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel.
Pinching
Spread two fingers apart on an image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Notifications
Once the device is connected to a mobile device and the mobile device is locked, you can
receive notifications of activities, such as missed calls or new messages.
When you receive notifications, tap the screen to view the details.
To view missed notifications, on the Home screen, scroll to
Notifications , and then tap
Notifications .
To view the notification history, on the Home screen, scroll to
Apps , and then tap Apps
→
Archive or Logs .

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Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays the
clock, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others.
The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right.
Panels on the Home screen
Number Application or feature
1
Logs
2
Contacts
3
Camera
4 Clock
5
Dialler
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Notifications
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Voice Memo
8
S Voice
9
Gallery
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Media Controller
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Pedometer
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Settings
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Apps
You can customise the panels in the red box above. (p. 26)