Samsung SM-R190NZSAXAR User manual
SAMSUNG
Galaxy Buds Pro
User manual
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Contents
Getting started
Device Layout: Galaxy Buds Pro
Set up your device | Start using your device | Music features | Call features | Noise controls
Galaxy Wearable app
Battery level | Voice detect | Equalizer | Customize touch controls | Read notifications aloud |
Advanced | Labs | Find my earbuds | Reset | Earbuds software update | Tips and user
manual | About earbuds
Learn More
Videos | Tips | Samsung Care | Talk to an agent
Legal information
Samsung Knox | Maintaining water and dust resistance | Restricting children’s access to
your mobile device
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Galaxy Buds Pro
Charging contacts
Ear tip
Touch-sensitive
sensors
Microphone Touch pad
Microphone
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
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Set up your device
Learn more about your device hardware, assembling and charging, and how to get
started using your new device.
Charge the battery
Your device case is also the charger.
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
1. Place the earbuds into the charging case. For best results, do not insert
earbuds in the charging case if they are wet or dirty.
2. Close the charging case, and either connect the USB cable as shown, or place
the charging case on a wireless charger. The earbuds and charging case are
charged simultaneously.
CAUTION The charging head for plugging the USB cable into a wall outlet is not
included. Use only Samsung charging devices rated with an output voltage of 5v
and an output current of over 150mA (sold separately). Samsung accessories are
designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may
cause damage, and damage may not be covered by warranty.
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While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. This does not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation.
Remove the device from the charger and wait for the device to cool down. For more
information, visit https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.
NOTE Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device. Placing objects, such as
magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and
boarding passes, next to the device or charger may cause damage from the
charger or device’s magnetic field.
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Check the charge status
When you connect the earbuds and the charger case the LED indicators flash certain
colors to indicate the battery level.
Charging case
battery indicator
Earbud battery
indicator
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
lGreen: Fully charged or above 60% battery.
lYellow: Between 30 and 60% battery.
lRed: Charging or below 30% battery.
lFlashing Red: Charging error. Reconnect the case and earbuds. If the error occurs
again, contact a Samsung Service Center for service support.
NOTE You can check the battery level for the case and earbuds in the Galaxy
Wearable app. For more information, see Battery level.
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Wireless PowerShare
Wirelessly charge your device using a supported Samsung smartphone. Some features
are not available while sharing power.
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
1. From Quick settings, tap Wireless PowerShare to enable this feature.
2. With the phone face down, place the compatible device on the back of the phone
to charge. A notification sound or vibration occurs when charging begins.
NOTE Wireless PowerShare works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires
minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by
device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer’s
devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover
from each device.
For best results when using Wireless PowerShare, please note:
• Remove any accessories or cover before using the feature. Depending on the
type of accessory or cover, Wireless PowerShare may not work properly.
• The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device, so you may need to
adjust the placement to make a connection. When charging starts, a notification
or vibration will occur, so the notification will help you know you've made a
connection. During charging, do not move or use either device.
• Call reception or data services may be affected, depending on your network
environment.
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• Charging speed or efficiency can vary depending on device condition or
surrounding environment.
• Do not use headphones.
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Attach the ear tip
Before wearing the earbuds, be sure to attach the ear tips. Wearing the earbuds
without ear tips may hurt your ears.
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
1. Select the ear tip size that best fits your ear.
2. Hook the ear tip's groove to the earbud's fixation hook on one side and gently
pull the ear tip to cover the earbud. Do not pull the ear tip excessively when you
attach or detach it because it may tear.
3. Follow the same procedure for the other earbud.
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Wear the earbuds
Place the earbuds in your ears correctly for a comfortable fit.
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
1. Insert the earbuds into your ears with the ear tips facing the bottom of your ears.
2. Adjust the earbuds by rotating them to the left or right to fit your ears
comfortably. The touch-sensitive sensor will detect that you are wearing the
earbuds and emit a sound.
Coupling earbuds
Should you lose one of the earbuds, you can buy a replacement and couple the old and
new earbuds together.
1. Insert the earbuds into the charging case. The earbud battery indicator light will
flash red to indicate that the earbuds are not coupled.
2. Tap and hold the touch area on both earbuds for seven seconds or more. When
the earbud batter indicator light flashes green and then turns off, the earbuds
are coupled and ready for use.
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Start using your device
To start using your earbuds connect them to your device.
Connect the earbuds to your phone
To connect your earbuds to a smartphone, install the Galaxy Wearable app on the
smartphone. You can download the app from the Galaxy Store or the Google Play™
store.
Galaxy Wearable is compatible with select devices using Android 7.0 and later with at
least 1.5 GB RAM. Supported devices may vary by carrier and device. Some features
may not be available. For best results, connect with compatible Samsung Galaxy
devices. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/galaxy-wearable-watch for a list
of compatible smartphones.
1. Open the charging case to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
• You can also enter Bluetooth pairing mode while wearing the earbuds by
press and holding the left and right touch areas on the earbuds at the same
time.
2. From the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap Galaxy Wearable. If necessary,
update the app to the latest version.
3. Tap Get started and select your device.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the connection.
NOTE When connecting earbuds with a mobile device that has a Samsung
account, the earbud pairing information will be synced to other devices that use
the same Samsung account.
Disconnect
To disconnect your earbuds from a smartphone:
1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Menu.
2. Tap Disconnect.
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Use touch controls
Use the touch area on the earbuds to control your music, phone calls, and other useful
shortcuts without getting out your phone.
Touch pad
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Single tap
Lightly tap the touch pad one time for the following options:
lPlay a track.
lPause a track.
Double tap
Quickly tap the touch pad two times for the following options:
lPlay the next track.
lAnswer or end a call.
lPlace the current call on hold and answer a second incoming call.
lSwitch between a current call and a call placed on hold.
Triple tap
Quickly tap the touch pad three times for the following options:
lPlay previous track.
lStart the current track over at the beginning.
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Touch and hold
Touch and hold the touch pad for the following options:
lActivate a custom shortcut. See Customize touch controls for more information.
lDecline a call.
lTurn the microphone on or off during a call.
lRetrieve a called placed on hold after ending the current call.
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Music features
Once connected to your phone, when you play music, videos, or other audio files the
sound will come through your earbuds. You can use the touch area on the earbuds to
control how the audio is played.
Volume controls
You can adjust the volume by tapping and holding the touch area on your earbuds.
1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Touch and hold.
2. View the options for either the Left or Right ear bud and choose Volume down or
Volume up. Once you have set this option for one earbud, the other will be
automatically set.
Adjust the volume
Once the touch control options are set, you can adjust the volume without using your
phone.
lTo turn the volume up, tap and hold the right earbud touch area until the volume
has been increased the desired amount.
lTo turn the volume down, tap and hold the left earbud touch area until the volume
has been decreased the desired amount.
Playback controls
Navigate your playlist using the touch area on your earbuds.
Single tap Play/pause
Touch and hold Launch supported music apps
Double tap Next song
Triple tap Previous song
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Call features
Answer and control calls using your earbuds.
Incoming calls
When you receive a call while wearing the earbuds, the ringtone will play in the
earbuds. You can also configure your earbuds say the phone number or name that is
saved in your contacts of the incoming call.
1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Read notification aloud, and tap On.
2. Tap Read aloud while using phone to enable voice notifications.
3. Tap See all, and tap the drop down menu.
Phone controls
Manage calls by tapping the touch area on your earbuds.
Touch and hold Decline call
Double tap Answer or end call
Call waiting
If you receive an incoming call while already on a call, the earbuds will emit a sound.
lTo reject the incoming call and stay on the current call, touch and hold the touch
area on either earbud.
lTo answer the incoming call and place the current call on hold, double tap the
touch area on either earbud.
lTo switch between the current call and one placed on hold, double tap the touch
area on either earbud.
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Noise controls
Use intelligent noise controls to enhance your listening experience. Change your
noise control settings using your Galaxy Wearable app or by tapping your earbuds. For
more information, see Customize touch controls.
Active noise canceling
Quiet unwanted background noise and ambient sounds. This feature is only available
when wearing both earbuds.
1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Active noise canceling.
2. Tap High or Low to select an Active noise canceling level.
Turn off noise controls
Disable all noise canceling and ambient sound features.
◌ From Galaxy Wearable, tap Off.
Ambient sound
Control the level of ambient sound while wearing the earbuds.
1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Ambient sound.
2. Drag the slider to customize the volume of your surroundings.
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Battery level
The Galaxy Wearable app displays the battery level for the earbuds and charging case
at the top of the screen. When the battery is low a notification will display on your
phone.
◌ Open Galaxy Wearable to view the battery percentage for the earbuds and
charging case.
Battery levels
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Voice detect
Enable conversation mode when you begin speaking while wearing your earbuds. This
will end automatically when your voice is not detected.
◌ From Galaxy Wearable, tap Voice detect, and select a timer that will end the
conversation when your voice is not detected for either 5, 10, or 15 seconds.
Customize touch controls
Tap the touch area on your earbuds to activate different controls. The left and right
earbuds can be assigned different shortcuts.
TIP If the touch controls become unresponsive, place the earbuds in the
charging case for seven seconds or more to restart them.
Block touch controls
Prevent unintended actions by turning off the touch controls.
◌ From Galaxy Wearable, tap Block touches to disable the touch control
feature.
Touch and hold
Set the shortcuts for each earbud.
1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Touch and hold.
2. Tap an option to set the touch controls for each earbud:
lSwitch noise controls: Activate the noise canceling or ambient sound
features. For more information, see Noise controls.
lBixby: Activate Bixby.
lVolume up or Volume down: The right earbud is volume up, and the left is
volume down. Once one has been set, the other will automatically update to
the volume control option.
lSpotify: Launch the Spotify app.
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