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 customize 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 Canada, Inc.
SAMSUNG is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and its related entities.
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.
IC Notice
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

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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
16 Locking and unlocking the device
16 Adjusting the brightness of the display
16 Adjusting the volume
17 Switching to silent mode
Basics
18 Indicator icons
18 Using the touch screen
21 Notifications
22 Home screen
23 Clock screen
23 Applications screen
23 Using applications
24 Returning to the previous screen
24 Securing the device
25 Bluetooth
26 Using calling features
Gear Manager
27 About Gear Manager
27 Configuring the device settings
27 Customizing the Home screen
28 Managing applications
29 Finding the device
29 Activating the auto lock feature
29 Activating the notification features
30 Setting an application shortcut
30 Setting up emergency messages
30 Smart relay
31 Using a wake-up gesture
31 Viewing help information
Applications
32 Camera
34 Gallery
35 Archive
35 Contacts
35 Dialer
36 Find my device
36 Logs
36 Media Controller
37 Pedometer
40 S Voice
40 Stopwatch

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41 Timer
41 Today’s Schedule
41 Voice Memo
42 Weather
Settings
43 About Settings
43 Clock
44 Sound
44 Volume
44 Display
45 Battery
45 Bluetooth
45 Privacy lock
45 Language
45 Reset Gear
45 Gear info
Troubleshooting
Health and Safety

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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 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.
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 authorized personnel in areas where
the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as airplanes 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 an NFC tag
and an embedded Bluetooth address that matches your device.
1 Activate the NFC feature on the mobile device.
2 Turn on the device to access connection mode.
When turning on the device for the first time or after resetting the device, the device
switches to connection mode automatically.
3 Touch the back of the charging cradle to the back of the mobile device.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install Gear Manager on the mobile device and
connect the devices 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.

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Connecting manually
If your mobile device does not have an NFC feature you must connect the devices manually.
The steps and screens may vary depending on the mobile devices.
1 Access
Samsung Apps on the mobile device, and then download and install Gear
Manager.
To install Gear Manager you must allow the device to install applications from sources
other than Google Play Store. On the Applications screen, tap Settings
→
General
→
Security
→
Unknown sources .
2 Turn on the device to access connection mode.
3 Launch Gear Manager on the mobile device, and then tap
Connect manually .
4 Tap
OK .
The mobile device activates Bluetooth and shows detected devices.

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5 Check the ID number on the device, and then select the device with the same number on
the detected devices list.
6 Accept the auto-generated passkey on both devices to confirm the connection.
7 Read and agree to the terms and conditions.
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 is
automatically 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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Double-tap the screen with two fingers, and then tap or next to the brightness
icon.
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On the Home screen, scroll to Apps , tap Apps
→
Settings
→
Display
→
Brightness , and
then adjust the brightness.
When you use the device in bright conditions, such as under bright sunlight, you can
set the brightness of the display to the maximum. Press and hold the Power button,
and then tap Outdoor mo...
Adjusting the volume
Use one of the following methods:
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Double-tap the screen with two fingers, and then tap or next to the volume icon.
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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.

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Switching to silent mode
Use one of the following methods:
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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Sound or Vibrate .
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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 appear
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 operate 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 recognize 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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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 access the brightness and volume control
panel and view indicator icons and the remaining battery life.