Samsung Gear S User manual

User Guide
GH68-42555F
Printed in USA
User Guide

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Read Me First ................................1
Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance.........3
About the Gear S ..............................5
Package Contents .............................5
Getting Started ...............................5
Optional Accessories...........................6
Device Layout .................................6
Charging the Gear S ...........................7
Replacing the Strap ...........................12
Turning the Gear S On or Off ..................14
Connecting the Gear S to a Smartphone .......14
Using the Touchscreen ........................18
Basics ........................................18
Basic Controls ................................22
Home Screen Layout..........................24
Notications ..................................26
Moments Bar .................................28
Clock Screen .................................29
Customizing Your Gear S Style ................30
Apps .........................................31
Setting a Privacy Lock ........................34
Entering Text .................................35
Motions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Power Saving Features .......................39
Transferring Files Between the Gear S and a
Computer.....................................39
Upgrading the Gear S .........................40
Connection Modes ............................42
Connections .................................42
Bluetooth .....................................43
Mobile Networks ..............................46
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Wi-Fi .........................................47
Remote Connection ...........................48
Phone ........................................49
Apps..........................................49
Contacts......................................56
Messages ....................................57
Email.........................................60
S Health......................................61
Schedule .....................................77
S Voice.......................................77
Alarm ........................................79
Find My Device ...............................80
Gallery .......................................81
Music Player..................................82
Navigator .....................................84
News Brieng.................................85
Running ......................................85
Weather ......................................86
Style .........................................87
Settings ......................................87
Call ..........................................88
Sound ........................................90
Display .......................................90
Connections ..................................91
Messages ....................................95
Do not Disturb ................................95
Double Press .................................95
Privacy Lock..................................95
Accessibility ..................................96
Motions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Language & Input .............................97
Power Saving.................................99
Reset Gear ..................................100
Gear Info ....................................100
Samsung Gear ..............................101
Samsung Gear App ........................101
Edit the Gear Home Screen ..................103
Transfer Files to Gear ........................103
Apps and Settings ...........................104

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Find My Gear ................................105
Settings .....................................106

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Read Me First
Please read this manual before using the Gear S
to ensure safe and proper use.
• Descriptions are based on the Gear S default
settings.
• Some content may differ, depending on the
region, service provider, or device’s software.
• Content that requires high CPU and RAM
usage will affect the overall performance of
the device. Apps related to the content may
not work properly depending on the device’s
specications and the environment that it is
used in.
• Samsung is not liable for performance issues
caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
• Samsung is not liable for performance issues
or incompatibilities caused by edited registry
settings or modied operating system software.
Attempting to customize the operating system
may cause the Gear S or apps to work
improperly.
• Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images,
and other media provided with this Gear S
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.
• You may incur additional charges for data
services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location

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services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use
the Wi-Fi feature.
• Default apps that come with the Gear S are
subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have
questions about an app provided with the
Gear S, contact a Samsung Service Center.
For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.
• Modifying the Gear S operating system or
installing softwares from unofcial sources
may result in Gear S malfunctions and data
corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung license agreement and will
void your warranty.
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: Essential information for using the
device.
Tip: Additional information you may nd useful.

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Maintaining Water and Dust
Resistance
The device may be damaged if water or dust
enters the device. Follow these tips carefully to
prevent damage to the device and to maintain
the water- and dust-resistant performance of the
device.
• Do not immerse the device in water deeper
than 1 m and keep it submerged for more than
30 minutes.
• Do not expose the device to water moving
with force, such as water running from a tap,
ocean waves, or waterfalls.
• If the device or your hands are wet, dry them
thoroughly before handling the device.
• If the device is exposed to freshwater, dry
it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If the
device is exposed to any liquid other than
freshwater, rinse the device with freshwater
immediately and dry it thoroughly with a
clean, soft cloth. Failure to rinse the device
in freshwater and dry it as instructed may
cause the device to suffer from operability
or cosmetic issues.
• If the device is dropped or receives an
impact, the water-and dust-resistant features
of the device may be damaged.
• If the device has been immersed in water or
the microphone or the speaker is wet, sound
may not be heard clearly during a call. Ensure
that the microphone or the speaker is clean
and dry by wiping it with a dry cloth.
• The touchscreen and other features may not
work properly if the device is used in water
or in other liquids.
• Your device has been tested in a controlled
environment and shown to be water-and
dust-resistant in certain circumstances
(meets requirements of classication IP67
as described by the international standard

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IEC 60529 - Degrees of Protection provided
by Enclosures [IP Code]; test conditions:
15 - 35°C, 86 - 106 kPa, 1 meter, for 30
minutes). Despite this classication, your
device is not impervious to water damage
in any situation.

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Getting Started
About the Gear S
Your Gear S connects to your smartphone, to
allow you to check notications, answer or make
calls, view and send messages, and more.
After you pair the Gear S with your smartphone,
you can use it in Gear only mode to make calls,
and send and receive messages, even if Gear S
is outside Bluetooth range of the smartphone.
For more information about Gear S connection
modes, see “Connections”.
Package Contents
Check the product box for the following items:
• Gear S
• Charging dock and USB charger
• Quick start guide
The items supplied with the Gear S and any
available accessories may vary depending on the
region or service provider.
The supplied items are designed only for this
Gear S and may not be compatible with other
devices.
Appearances and specications are subject to
change without prior notice.

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Optional Accessories
• You can purchase additional accessories
from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure
they are compatible with the Gear S before
purchase.
• Some accessories, such as docking devices,
may not have the same water- and dust-
resistance certication.
• Use only Samsung-approved accessories.
Using unapproved accessories may cause the
performance problems and malfunctions that
are not covered by the warranty.
• Availability of all accessories is subject to
change depending entirely on manufacturing
companies. For more information about
available accessories, refer to the Samsung
website.
Device Layout
Proximity
sensor
Charging
terminal
Speaker
Microphone
Heart rate sensor
Power/Home key
UV Sensor

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Feature Function
Power/Home Key • Press and hold to turn the
Gear S on or off.
• Press to move to the Clock
screen.
• Press to turn on the screen.
Proximity Sensor • Detects when the Gear S is
near other items.
Speaker • Plays sounds.
Heart rate sensor • Measures your heart rate, for
use with apps like S Health on
the smartphone.
Charging terminal • Connects to the terminal on
the charging dock, to charge
the battery.
Microphone • Picks up sounds.
Charging the Gear S
Charging dock with battery
USB port
LED indicator
Charging terminals
Feature Function
Charging
terminal
Connects to the terminal on the
Gear S to charge the battery.
USB port Connect a USB cable, to charge the
battery, or to sync information.
LED indicator Lights to indicate device status.

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About the Charging Dock
Use the charging dock to charge the battery in
your Gear S. The charging dock also contains a
battery. Take care not to lose the dock.
• To charge the Gear S, connect it to the
charging dock.
• The charging dock can be used as a backup
battery. Simply connect it to your Gear S (no
cable needed).
• The charging dock automatically charges while
the Gear S is charging, or can be charged
independently without the Gear S.
About the Battery
• Battery operating time is affected by device
usage patterns and the condition of the battery.
• Battery life can be reduced when multiple apps
or features are running simultaneously.
Note: During charging, the
Gear S may heat up. This is normal
and should not affect the Gear S
lifespan or performance. If the battery
gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging. If the Gear S is not
charging properly, contact a Samsung
Service Center.

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Charging the Battery
Before using your Gear S for the rst time,
charge the battery. You can charge the Gear S by
connecting it to the charging dock and plugging
the USB charger into an outlet, or by connecting
it to a computer with an optional USB cable (not
included).
If the battery is completely depleted, you won’t
be able to turn the Gear S on immediately. Allow
a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the Gear S.
Using Gear S during charging may cause the
battery to charge more slowly.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved
chargers, batteries, and cables.
Unapproved chargers or cables can
cause damage. Connecting the charger
improperly may cause serious damage
to the Gear S. Any damage caused by
misuse is not covered by the warranty.
1. Connect the Gear S to the Charging dock with
the charging terminals facing each other.
Charging terminals
Charging dock with battery

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2. Connect the USB charger to the USB port on
the charging dock, and then plug the charger
into an electrical outlet.
3. After charging, disconnect the Gear S from the
Charging dock and unplug the USB charger
from the electrical outlet.
Note: To save energy, unplug the
charger when not in use. The charger
does not have a power switch, so you
must unplug it from the electrical outlet
when not in use to avoid wasting power.

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Checking the Battery Level
When you connect the Gear S to the charging
dock, the LED indicator shows the battery level.
Battery level Indicator color
100--80% Blue
80--20% Green
20--5% Red
5--0% Red blinking
Note: If the charging dock LED indicator
ashes yellow, there is a problem with
charging. Contact a Samsung Service
Center for support.
Wearing the Gear S
1. Release the buckle.

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2. Open the clasp and place the strap around
your wrist. Adjust the length of the the strap by
moving the clasp, and then secure it with the
pin and press the buckle to close it.
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2
Pin
Replacing the Strap
Detach the strap from the Gear S to replace it
with a new one.
1. Hold the Gear S and pull the strap upwards to
detach it.

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2. Insert one end of the Gear S into the mounting
hole of a new strap. Then, insert the other end
of the Gear S into the hole and pull the strap
up at the same time.
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3. Ensure that the Gear S is sitting securely in the
mounting hole and that it is properly aligned
with the strap.
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Turning the Gear S On or Off
Power/Home key
To turn the Gear S on:
►Press and hold the Power/Home key.
To turn the Gear S off:
►Press and hold the Power/Home key, and
then tap Power off.
Connecting the Gear S to a
Smartphone
Connection Modes
There are several ways your Gear S can connect
to a smartphone. The Gear S functionality
depends on the connection mode.
When you congure Gear S connection settings,
they affect the way your Gear S works with the
connected smartphone.
Connected via Bluetooth
In Bluetooth connection mode, the Gear S is
paired with the smartphone via Bluetooth.
While in Bluetooth connection mode, the
Gear S will receive notications and calls from the
connected smartphone, calls and SMS messages
to the Gear S phone number, and you can use all
of the Gear S and Samsung Gear app functions.

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Connected Remotely
When connected remotely, the Gear S is not
connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth, but is
still connected to the smartphone via the mobile
network.
While connected remotely, the Gear S will receive
notications and calls from the smartphone,
calls and SMS messages to the Gear S phone
number, and have limited access to Samsung
Gear app functions. Calls which are placed will be
dialed from the Gear phone number.
Gear Only
In Gear only mode, the Gear S is not connected
to the smartphone, and is operating as an
independent device.
While in Gear only mode, the Gear S will only
send and receive SMS messages and calls to the
Gear S phone number, and will have no access
to Samsung Gear app functions.

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Pairing Your Gear S to a Smartphone
The rst time you turn on the Gear S, follow the
on-screen instructions to download and install
the Samsung Gear app on your smartphone.
Then, pair the Gear S with the smartphone via
Bluetooth to establish a connection between the
devices.
If you want to connect the Gear S to a different
smartphone, you will need to reset the
Gear S, to remove all data from the memory.
Refer to Reset Gear for more information.
Note: Connection methods and screens
may vary depending on the type of
smartphone and the software version.
1. On Gear S: Make sure your Gear S is turned
on.
2. On Smartphone: Download the Samsung
Gear app from the Galaxy Essentials widget.
3. On Smartphone: Turn on Bluetooth, and then
select the Gear S from the list of scanned
devices. Tap OK when the Bluetooth pairing
request window appears.
4. On Gear S: When the Bluetooth pairing
request appears, tap OK.
5. On Smartphone: Follow the onscreen
instructions to complete the set-up.
Tip: If your device does not display the
Galaxy Essentials widget, download
the Gear Manger app from Samsung
Galaxy apps or go download from
apps.samsung.com/gear.