Samsung SM-R720 User manual

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User Manual
SM-R720
SM-R732
English. 10/2015. Rev.1.3

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Table of Contents
Basics
4 Read me first
6 Package contents
7 Device layout
10 Battery
13 Wearing the Gear
14 Replacing the strap
18 Turning the Gear on and off
18 Connecting the Gear to a mobile
device
20 Remote connection
21 Turning the screen on and off
21 Using the bezel
23 Touchscreen
25 Navigating the screen
26 Home screen
31 Status panel
33 Apps screen
34 Setting the screen lock
35 Entering text
38 Screen capture
38 Updating the Gear
Applications
39 Messages
40 Phone
42 S Health
52 Running
53 Schedule
54 S Voice
55 Weather
56 Alarm
56 Timer
57 Stopwatch
57 Bloomberg
58 CNN
58 Music Player
60 Gallery
62 Buddy
62 Email
63 Find My Phone
63 Maps
63 Voice Memo
Settings
65 Introduction
65 Display
65 Vibration
66 Device
66 Call
67 Connections
69 Screen lock
70 Input
71 Power saving
71 Gear info

Table of Contents
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Samsung Gear
72 Introduction
73 Watch faces
73 Notifications
74 Manage apps
74 Send media
75 App settings
75 Samsung Gear Apps
75 Settings
78 Find My Gear
Appendix
79 Troubleshooting
83 Removing the battery

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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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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
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Content (high quality 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 specifications and the environment that it is used in.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers 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 Gear or apps to work improperly.
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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this Gear
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 apps that come with the Gear are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the Gear, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.
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Modifying the Gear’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may
result in Gear malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of
your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
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The images in this manual are based on the SM-R720 model.
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Some functions may not work as described in this manual depending on the maker and
model of the mobile device you connect to the Gear.

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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.
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Do not immerse the device in water deeper than 1.5 m and keep it submerged for more
than 30 minutes.
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Do not immerse the device in water for extended periods.
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Do not expose the device to water moving with force, such as water running from a tap,
ocean waves, or waterfalls.
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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.
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If the device is dropped or receives an impact, the water- and dust-resistant features of
the device may be damaged.
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The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water
or in other liquids.
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Your device has been tested in a controlled environment and certified to be water-
and dust-resistant in specific situations (meets requirements of classification IP68 as
described by the international standard IEC 60529 - Degrees of Protection provided
by Enclosures [IP Code]; test conditions: 15 - 35°C, 86 - 106 kPa, 1.5 metre, 30 minutes).
Despite this classification, your device is not impervious to water damage in any
situation.

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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
Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information
Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Gear
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Wireless charger dock
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Strap
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Quick start guide
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The items supplied with the Gear 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 Gear 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 Gear before purchase.
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Some accessories, such as docking devices, may not have the same water- and
dust-resistance certification.
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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
Gear
►
SM-R720:
Bezel
Light sensor
Back key
Home key (Power key)
Microphone
Touchscreen
NFC antenna
Heart rate sensor

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►
SM-R732:
Bezel
Touchscreen
Light sensor
NFC antenna
Back key
Microphone
Home key (Power key)
Heart rate sensor
Keys
Key Function
Home/Power
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Press and hold to turn the Gear on or off.
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Press to turn on the screen.
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Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to restart the Gear.
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Press to open the Apps screen when you are on the Watch
screen.
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Press to open the Watch screen when you are on any other
screen.
Back
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Press to return to the previous screen.

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Wireless charger dock
USB charger
port
LED indicator
Wireless
charging
surface
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Do not expose the Gear or the wireless charger dock to water. The devices are not
completely waterproof.
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Ensure that the strap is kept clean. Contact with contaminants, such as dust and
dye, can cause stains on the strap that may not be fully removed.
Make sure the Gear’s microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it.

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Battery
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.
1 Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor. Then, connect the other end of the
USB cable to the wireless charger dock.
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Use the supplied wireless charger dock and charger. The Gear cannot be charged
properly with a third-party charger.
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Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Ensure that the USB cable is properly connected to the wireless charger dock.
2 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.