Samsung SM-R770 User manual

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User Manual
English (EU). 10/2016. Rev.1.0
SM-R760
SM-R770

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Table of Contents
Getting Started
5 About the Gear S3
6 Read me first
7 Maintaining water and dust
resistance
8 Device layout
8 Package contents
9 Gear
11 Wireless charging dock
12 Battery
12 Charging the battery
14 Battery charging tips and
precautions
15 Power saving mode
16 Wearing the Gear
16 Putting on the Gear
16 Band tips and precautions
17 Replacing the band
19 Turning the Gear on and off
20 Connecting the Gear to a mobile
device
20 Installing the Samsung Gear app
20 Connecting the Gear to a mobile
device via Bluetooth
22 Remote connection
22 Using the Gear without a mobile
device
Basics
24 Controlling the screen
24 Screen composition
25 Turning the screen on and off
25 Navigating the screen
27 Using the bezel
29 Touchscreen
32 Status panel
34 Watch
34 Watch screen
34 Changing the watch face
35 Using the Watch always on feature
35 Power-off watch mode
35 Notifications
35 Notification panel
36 Viewing incoming notifications
37 Sending app notifications to the
Gear
37 Entering text
37 Introduction
38 Using the voice input
38 Using emoticons
39 Using handwriting input mode or
the keyboard
40 GPS
41 SOS messages
42 Finding my Gear

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67 S Voice
67 Introduction
67 Setting a wake-up command
68 Using S Voice
69 Setting the language
69 Weather
69 Alarm
70 World Clock
71 Gallery
71 Importing and exporting images
72 Viewing images
72 Deleting images
73 News Briefing
73 Find My Phone
74 Email
74 Get more apps
75 Settings
75 Introduction
75 Style
75 Sounds and vibration
76 Device
77 Display
77 Call
77 Messages
78 Connections
81 Security
81 Accessibility
81 Input
81 Power saving
82 Gear info
82 Connect to new phone
82 Connect to phone
83 Updating the Gear
Applications
43 Messages
44 Phone
44 Introduction
44 Receiving calls
46 Making calls
46 Options during calls
47 Contacts
48 S Health
48 Introduction
51 24-hour Log
52 Steps
53 Floors
54 Exercise
56 Heart rate
58 Water
58 Caffeine
59 Together
60 Additional information
61 Alti-Barometer
64 Music Player
64 Introduction
64 Playing music
64 Importing music
65 Playing music on the Gear
65 Playing music from your mobile
device
65 Standalone music
66 Reminders
67 Schedule

Table of Contents
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Samsung Gear app
84 Introduction
85 INFO
86 SETTINGS
86 Watch faces
86 Notifications
87 Apps
87 Send content to Gear
88 Send SOS requests
88 Find My Gear
89 Gear connection
89 Quick messages
89 Social network sharing
89 S Health
90 Samsung Galaxy Apps
90 About Gear
91 About Samsung Gear app
Appendix
92 Troubleshooting
96 Removing the battery

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Getting Started
About the Gear S3
The Gear S3is a smartwatch that works as a traditional watch and allows you to use a variety
of convenient apps for making phone calls, playing music, and managing your health. By
rotating the bezel, you can access convenient features quickly and easily. You can also change
the watch face and band to your taste.
Connect your Gear S3to your mobile device to expand your mobile device experience, or use
the Gear S3by itself, without connecting to a mobile device.

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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-R760 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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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
Maintaining water and dust resistance
Your device supports water- and dust-resistance. Follow these tips carefully to maintain the
water- and dust-resistance of your device. Failure to do so may result in damage to your
device.
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Do not immerse the device in water deeper than 1.5 m or keep it submerged for more
than 30 minutes.
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Do not expose the device to water moving with force.
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When you are wearing the device, avoid taking a shower or going swimming.
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If the device or your hands are wet, dry them thoroughly before handling the device.
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If the device is exposed to clean water, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If
the device is exposed to other liquids, such as salt water, ionised water, or alcoholic
beverage, rinse it with clean water and dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If you
do not follow these instructions, the device’s performance and appearance may be
affected.
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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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If the device has been immersed in water or the microphone or speaker is wet,
sound may not be heard clearly during a call. Wipe the device with a dry cloth or dry it
thoroughly before using it.

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The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water.
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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, it is still possible for your device to be damaged in certain
situations.
Device layout
Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Gear
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Wireless charging dock
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Band
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Quick start guide
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If the connected band is too large for your wrist, change it to a small one.
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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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Gear
►
SM-R760
Bezel
Back key
Home key (Power
key)
Microphone
Touchscreen
NFC antenna
GPS antenna
Light sensor
Heart rate sensor
Pressure relief vent
(Atmospheric
pressure sensor)
Speaker
Band

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►
SM-R770
Bezel
Light sensor
Back key
Home key (Power
key)
Microphone
Touchscreen
NFC antenna
GPS antenna
Heart rate sensor
Speaker
Pressure relief vent
(Atmospheric
pressure sensor)
Band