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Support This guide provides you with the information you need to get started. For more information and additional support, please visit the Samsung.com support page: • • • Get support for your device online. Review your device’s User Manual and troubleshooting FAQs. Review troubleshooting solutions. NOTE: Devices and software are constantly evolving—the screen images and icons you see here are for reference only.
Device Functions Wristband Display/ Touch Screen Photo Speaker Buckle NOTE: Swipe down on the display screen to go back from your current on-screen application or menu.
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Setting Up Your Device Charging the Device 1. Before turning on your Galaxy Gear™ for the first time, charge it fully. 2. In a single motion, slide and hold the switch to open the cover of the Charging cradle. 3. Carefully place the device onto the cradle, make sure to align the connector plates to the charging pins. 4. Firmly close the cover. 5. Connect the USB cable to the charging head. 6. Insert the USB cable connector into the charging cradle’s charger jack. 7.
Turning Your Device On and Off 1. To turn ON, press and hold the Power/Home key. 2. To turn OFF, press and hold Power/Home key.
Connection Pairing the Devices Automatically 1. Activate NFC on the smartphone and turn on your Galaxy Gear. 2. Turn your Charging cradle around and tap it to the back of the smartphone (as previously shown). 3. Tap (Accept) on the Galaxy Gear screen, confirm the PIN codes match, and tap OK on your smartphone to confirm the pairing request. 4. Read the on-screen legal and disclaimer information and accept the terms and conditions to complete the process. 5. Read the on-screen tips and tap Close. 6.
Pairing the Devices Manually NOTE: Use this process if NFC automatic connection fails. 1. Activate Bluetooth on the smartphone, and then tap the previously installed (Gear Manager). 2. If the Gear Manager has not yet been used to pair a Gear, tap Connect manually g OK. - or Tap the paired device from within the Paired Gear area of the screen and select Connect new Gear g OK g Connect manually. 3. Tap the listed on-screen GALAXY Gear device. 4.
Navigation & Gestures Waking the Device ¬¬ Shake the Galaxy Gear on your wrist or press the Power/Home key. Screen Navigation • • • Photo Photo Swipe Tap Photo Double-tap Swipe left or right across the Home screen to view the favorite functions . Tap on the screen to select an on-screen item. Double-tap the screen simultaneoulsy once with two fingers to: • Access the Brightness and Volume controls. • View Battery and Bluetooth connection status.
Security Securing Your Galaxy Gear NOTE: Although Galaxy Gear can be paired and synchronized with your smartphone, it is not secured. It is recommended that you use the Gear Manager to change the default name of your Galay Gear. 1. From the Home (Clock) screen, swipe across the display and select ( ) Apps g Settings g Privacy lock g Privacy lock. 2. Select Pattern and follow the on-screen instructions to create an unlock pattern. Finding My Smartphone 1.
Calling Features Making a Call 1. From the Home (Clock) screen, swipe across the display and select ( ) Apps g Dialer. 2. Enter the number you wish to call and tap to place the call. • If you make a mistake while dialing, tap to clear the last digit. Touch and hold to clear the entire sequence. Making a Call using Logs 1. From the Home (Clock) screen, swipe across the display and select ( ) Logs. 2. Tap an entry and select (Call). Sending a Call to the Device ¬¬ From within an active call, tap ( Device.
Sending a Call to the Galaxy Gear ¬¬ From within an active call screen on the smartphone, tap (Bluetooth Headset Off) to turn the connection back on and send the call to the Galaxy Gear. Headset Ending a Call ¬¬ From within an active call, tap (End Call). Answering a Call ¬¬ At the incoming call screen, touch and slide (Answer) across the screen to the right to answer.
Messaging Viewing a New Message on Galaxy Gear ¬¬ Tap the new on-screen notification. NOTE: To check notifications manually, swipe across the screen and tap Notifications. Replying to a New Message IMPORTANT: To reply via Galaxy Gear, you must first launch the S Voice application on the smartphone and accept the terms of service prior to its initial use. 1. Tap the Galaxy Gear’s new on-screen notification. 2. With the message displayed, tap (Menu) and select S Voice reply. 3.
Apps & More Accessing Applications ¬¬ Turn on Galaxy Gear and swipe across the screen to view the currently loaded top applications. NOTE: These favorite applications can be customized from within Gear Manager’s My apps menu. Adding Your Favorite Applications Galaxy Gear comes with a set of default favorite applications that appear as you scroll across the screen. This list of displayed applications can be customized via the Gear Manager application on the smartphone. 1.
Customizing the Clock Screen The clock shown on the Galaxy Gear’s Home screen can be customized by selecting an available setting from within the Gear Manager application. 1. From within your smartphone’s Applications page, launch (Gear Manager) g (Clocks). 2. Select an available clock face from the on-screen list. 3. Tap (Settings) to customize your selected clock.
Assembling and preparing your mobile Device Get started by assembling and setting up your mobile Device for its first use. Install the SIM card When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module, or SIM card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To install the SIM card. 1. Remove the SIM cover. If the Device is on, press and hold ] to turn it [ off. 2. Insert the SIM card.
Connectivity Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology capable of exchanging information over a distance of about 10 m without requiring a physical connection. You do not need to line up the devices to beam information with Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms.
› Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices 1 In Menu mode, select Settings →Connectivity → Bluetooth →Search. 2 Select a device. 3 Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select Done. Alternatively, select Yes to match the PIN between your device and the device. When the owner of the other device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete.
2 Select Yes to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device (if necessary). Received data is saved to an appropriate application or folder according to its type. For example, a music or sound clip is saved to the sound folder and a contact to the phonebook. › Use Remote SIM mode In Remote SIM mode, you can make or answer calls only with a connected Bluetooth hands-free car kit via the SIM or USIM card on your device.
will automatically search for available WLANs. 2 Select the check box next to a network. 3 Enter a password for the network and select Done (if necessary). › Customise the connection profile 1 In Menu mode, select Settings →Connectivity →Wi-Fi. 2 Select the discovered WLAN AP. The current connection profile for the network appears. 3 Customise the connection profile of the selected WLAN: Option Function Name Security type EAP method View the name of the profile. View the security type of the WLAN AP.
PC Connections You can connect your device to a PC using an optional PC data cable using various USB connection modes. When you connect the device to a PC, you can synchronize files with Windows Media Player, transfer data to and from your device directly, or launch Samsung PC Studio when a USB connection is detected. Configuring Your Device USB Settings Configuring Your Device USB Settings This menu selects the method of communication for the USB port.
troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your mobile Device, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service professional. While using your Device, the following messages may appear: Message Please insert SIM card Device lock Enter PIN Enter PUK Try this to solve the problem: Ensure that the SIM card is installed correctly. When the Device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the Device.
The Device beeps and the battery icon flashes. Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the Device. The audio quality of the call is poor. When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception or experience poor audio quality. Move to another area and try again. When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move to another area and try again. You select a contact to call, but the call is not dialled.
safety and usage information Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations and ensure peak performance of your mobile Device. Safety warnings Keep your Device away from small children and pets Keep your Device and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Protect your hearing Excessive exposure to sound at high volumes can cause hearing damage.
Turn off the Device in potentially explosive environments Do not use your Device at refuelling points (service stations) or near fuels or chemicals. Turn off your Device whenever directed by warning signs or instructions. Your Device could cause explosions or fire in and around fuel or chemical storage and transfer areas or blasting areas. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the Device, its parts, or accessories.
Handle your Device carefully and sensibly Do not allow your Device to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your Device with wet hands. Water damage to your Device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. Avoid using or storing your Device in dusty, dirty areas to prevent damage to moving parts. Your Device is a complex electronic device— protect it from impacts and rough handling to avoid serious damage.
Health and safety information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification Information (SAR) Your wireless Device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. government.
Consumer Information on Wireless Devices The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a series of Questions and Answers for consumers relating to radio frequency (RF) exposure from wireless Devices. The FDA publication includes the following information: What kinds of Devices are the subject of this update? The term wireless Device refers here to hand-held wireless Devices with built-in antennas, often called “cell,” “mobile,” or “PCS” Devices.
“Environmental Protection Agency “Federal Communications Commission “Occupational Safety and Health Administration “National Telecommunications and Information Administration The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities, as well. FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless Devices with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All Devices that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure.
epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless Devices. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the Device is held, or which model of Device is used. What is FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless Device RF? FDA is working with the U.S.
the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless Device causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit wireless Device use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists.
conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem. Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from various sources can be obtained from the following organizations: FCC RF Safety Program: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): http://www.epa.gov/radiation/ Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA): http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.
7. Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road. 8. Use your wireless Device to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember, it is a free call on your wireless Device! 9. Use your wireless Device to help others in emergencies.
Some digital wireless Devices may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may wish to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
document and your local cellular service provider. When making an emergency call, remember to give all the necessary information as accurately as possible. Remember that your Device may be the only means of communication at the scene of an accident; do not cut off the call until given permission to do so. Restricting Children's access to your Device Your Device is not a toy.
FCC Notice and Cautions FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Other Important Safety Information Only qualified personnel should service the Device or install the Device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device. Check regularly that all wireless Device equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the Device, its parts or accessories.
Many services and features are network dependent and may require additional subscription and/or usage charges. Not all features are available for purchase or use in all areas. Downloadable Ring Tones may be available at an additional cost. Other conditions and restrictions may apply. See your service provider for additional information. Battery Standby and Talk Time Standby and talk times will vary depending on Device usage patterns and conditions.
World Wide Web http://www.samsungmobile.com Printed in Korea Code No.:GH68-XXXXXA English (EU). 10/2011. Draft.
