User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference GEN_SM-R380_SamsungGear2_UM_English_BN66_040914_CH_F2
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Table of Contents Intellectual Property..................................................... 2 Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability..... 3 Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), LLC4 Legal Information.......................................................... 5 Section 1: Getting Started.............................. 3 About Gear 2.................................................................. 3 Device layout..................................................................
Notifications..................................................................46 My apps.........................................................................47 Samsung Apps............................................................48 Find my Gear...............................................................48 Settings.........................................................................49 Help................................................................................
Section 1: Getting Started About Gear 2 When you connect the Samsung Gear 2™ (also referred to as Gear) to your mobile device, you can use the Gear 2™ to view call logs or set alarms. You can use mobile devices more conveniently by connecting to various applications with the Gear. Set your exercise programme and manage your health by connecting the Gear 2™ to a mobile device. To connect your Gear to a mobile device, install the Gear Manager on the mobile device.
Device layout Gear 2 Infrared LED/Camera Power button Section 1: Getting Started 4
Speaker Charging terminals Heart rate sensor Microphone ●● Ensure that the strap is kept clean. Contact with contaminants, such as dust and dye, can cause stains on the strap that may not come out. ●● Do not use a screen protector which causes touch screen sensor malfunctions. ●● Water may affect the touchscreen operation, ensure it is dry before use. ●● If the speaker is wet, sound may be distorted. Ensure that the speaker is dry.
Charging Dock Charging terminals USB port Power Button The Power Button turns the Gear 2™ on or off, displays the Clock screen, locks the device on the Clock screen, and resets the device. 1. Press and hold the Power button to turn the Gear 2™ on or off. 2. Press the Power button once to display the Clock screen. 3. From the Clock screen, press the Power button once to lock the Gear 2™. 4. Press and hold the Power button for more than 7 seconds to reset the Gear 2™.
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.
Charging the battery Charge the battery before using the Gear for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the Gear™ 2 by connecting them via the USB cable. Important! Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the Gear™ 2. Note: When the battery power is low, the battery icon displays as empty.
1. Locate the location of the charging terminals on the Gear 2™ and the charging dock.
2. Place the Gear on the charging dock with the charging terminals facing each other.
3. Plug the small end of the charger cable into the USB port of the charging dock. Then, plug the large end of the charger into an electric socket.
4. After fully charging, disconnect the Gear 2™ from the charging dock. Warning! Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the Gear 2™. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. Note: While charging, some features are not available. ●● If the Gear receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the Gear 2™. ●● While charging, the Gear 2™ may be warm.
●● Unplug the charger when not in use to save energy. The charger does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket. About using batteries ●● Battery operating time is affected by device usage patterns and the condition of the battery. ●● The battery is a consumable item. Battery life can be reduced when multiple applications or features are simultaneously running. Battery life may be reduced even when the device is idle.
Caution! Excessively bending the strap may damage the device. 2. Open the clasp and fit the strap to your wrist using the pin as a guide to size the band.
2 Pin 1 3. Press the button to close the clasp. Tip: To measure your heart rate more accurately with the Gear, wear the Gear comfortably around your lower arm just above the wrist. Refer to ‘Wearing the Gear’ for details.
Replacing the strap The strap is held in place by small spring-loaded pins (called presto pins). Detach the strap from the Gear to replace it with a new one. 1. Press in on the pin to release it from the case.
2. Lift the strap out to detach it from the Gear 2™. 3. On the new strap, insert one side of the pin into the Gear 2™ case.
4. On the new strap, insert one side of the pin into the Gear 2™ case. 5. Press in on the pin. Slip the band into the case and then release the pin to secure the band in place. 2 1 Note: If you replace the strap on your Gear 2™ with another strap not manufactured by Samsung, please use a strap with a standard 22mm spring bar pin, and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions to properly attach the band.
Turning the Gear on and off When you turn on the Gear 2™ for the first time, follow the displayed instructions. The instructions describe how to connect the Gear 2™ to a mobile device and to set up the device. 1. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the Gear 2™. A pop-up window displays and provides instructions that prompt you to download and install the Gear Manager. You can use the Gear 2™ only after the Gear Manager is installed on the mobile device.
Notices for using Bluetooth ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● Place the devices close to each other when pairing your Gear 2™ with another mobile device. The Bluetooth communication range is usually up to approximately 30 feet. Do not touch the Bluetooth antenna of a connected mobile device. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG, may not be compatible with your Gear 2™.
6. From the Mobile device, when the Bluetooth pairing request displays, tap OK.
7. Tap OK when the Confirm passkey screen displays. 8. The Install window displays on the Mobile device. 9. From the Mobile device, read and agree to the terms and conditions. When the devices connect, the Gear Manager displays on the mobile device and the clock screen displays on the Gear 2™.
Note: The Gear Manager application guide displays. ●● You can configure the Gear 2™ from the Gear Manager. ●● Connection methods and screenshots may vary depending on the type of device and the device’s software version. ●● When connecting the Gear to another mobile device If you want to connect the Gear 2™ to a newly purchased mobile device or to another mobile device for the first time, reset the Gear 2™ device. Resetting the Gear 2™ removes the data from the memory.
Locking and unlocking the Gear When not in use, lock the Gear 2™ to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button on the Clock screen turns off the screen and locks the Gear 2™. The Gear automatically locks if it is inactive for a specified period. ►►Press the Power button. to unlock the Gear 2™ device. Adjusting the brightness of the display You can adjust the display’s brightness on the Gear 2™. ►►From the Home screen, tap Settings → Display → Brightness, and then adjust the brightness.
Section 2: Basics Viewing mobile device connection status and battery status Scroll left or right on the Home screen and tap Settings. The following icons provide information about the status of the Gear™ 2 These icons display at the top of the screen.
Using the touch screen Use only fingers to use the touch screen. Important! Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips. Note: The Gear™ 2 may not recognize touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area.
Double-tapping Double-tap on an image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return. To check the current status of the Gear™ 2 and view the remaining battery power, double-tap anywhere on the screen with two fingers. You can also adjust the volume and the brightness of the display. Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel.
Flick you finger down from the top of the screen while using apps to returns to the previous page.
Pinching Spread two fingers apart on an image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Viewing the Home screen When you connect your Gear™ 2 to the mobile device you can view the device’s Home screen. The Home screen displays the clock, shortcuts to applications, and other information. The Home screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to display additional panels. Home screen panels 1 2 3 4 5 Note: Available applications and the arrangement of applications may vary depending on the software version.
31 Panel 1 WatchON Remote: Use the Gear™ 2 as a remote control for a TV or set-top box. S Voice: Command the Gear™ 2 by voice to perform various features. Music Player: Listen to music saved on the Gear™ 2. Voice Memo: Record and manage voice memos saved on the Gear™ 2. Panel 2 Pedometer: Count the steps that you take each day and send the total to the connected device. Exercise: Set exercise goals and measure the exercise you do and calories you burn. Heart Rate: Measure and record your heart rate.
Panel 4 Notifications: Stay up-to-date with a variety of events, such as missed calls or new messages, received on the connected mobile device. Logs: View recent calls and message logs of the connected mobile device. Dialer: Enter a phone number using the keypad to make a call. Contacts: View the contacts list saved in the connected mobile device and make calls or send messages to contacts. Panel 5 Apps: Launch applications installed on the Gear™ 2.
Using the Clock screen ►►Press the Power button to display the Clock screen. Editing Home screen icons From the Home screen: ●● Tap and hold an icon and drag it to the desired location to rearrange the location of icons. ●● Tap and hold an icon and drag it to the rubbish bin icon to delete the icon. ●● Customize the Home screen by adding, removing, or moving panels. ●● Tap and hold an icon to add a new panel to the Home screen, and then drop it on top of .
Changing the background image You can change the background color or set the background image to the default or a saved image. ►►From the Home screen, tap Settings → Wallpapers. Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all applications. 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. 2. Scroll left or right to view other panels. 3. From the Apps screen, tap and hold an application and drag it to the desired location to rearrange the applications. 4.
Closing the current application ►►Tap and hold the screen with two fingers and then tap Close all. Tip: You can also drag the application screen left or right to close it. Securing the Gear 2 Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored to the Gear™ 2 when it is disconnected from the mobile device. You can set a PIN to secure the Gear™ 2. Setting a PIN 1. From the Home screen, tap Settings → Privacy lock → Privacy lock → PIN. 2.
Using calling features Making a call ►►On the Home screen, tap Dialer, enter a number using the keypad, and then tap to make a call. – or – From the Home screen, tap Contacts → a contact → a phone number, or tap Logs → a contact → . During a call You can select from the following actions: Adjusts the volume by tapping / or . → Disconnects your Gear™ 2 and continues the call on the mobile device. → Turns off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. → → Opens the keypad.
Answering a call 1. Drag to the right to answer a call. If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. 2. Press End or place the first call on hold to answer a second call. Rejecting a call Reject an incoming call and send a rejection message to the caller. 1. Drag to the left to reject an incoming call. 2. Select a message from the list of rejection messages to send a message when rejecting an incoming call.
Using notifications Stay up-to-date with a variety of events, such as missed calls or new messages, received on the connected mobile device. Note: If a message includes long text or attachments, check the message details on your connected mobile device. Checking notifications Checking notifications immediately When you receive a notification, information about the notification, such as type and the time it was received, displays on the screen. When a notification displays, tap it to view details.
Checking notifications at a later time 1. Tap Notifications on the Home screen. 2. Select a notification type.
3. Select a notification to view the details. Notification details screen 4. In the notification’s detailed view, tap to use additional features: ●● Reply: Reply to the message using message templates, S Voice, or emoticons. ●● Show on device: View the message on the connected mobile device. ●● Delete: Delete the message.
Note: You can receive notifications on the Gear for selected items. From the Gear Manager, tap Notifications → Notifications for Gear or General notifications, and then tap each item to select. If you set Notifications → Limit notifications on the Gear Manager, you will not be able to view specific notifications on the Gear. When Limit notifications is set, you can still view notifications for incoming calls and alarms on the Gear.
Upgrading the Gear 2 The Gear can be upgraded to the latest software. Visit the Samsung website to upgrade the Gear™ 2 software. Upgrading with Gear Manager The Gear can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. 1. Tap Gear Manager on the Apps screen of the mobile device. 2. In the Paired device list, tap the Gear name. 3. Tap Software update → Update. 4. Read the information in the pop-up window and tap OK.
Caution! Check the Gear™ 2 battery status before upgrading the software. Charge the battery fully before upgrading the software. Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the Gear™ 2 is upgrading. While upgrading the Gear™ 2, do not connect other media devices to the computer. Doing so may interfere with the update process. While upgrading the Gear™ 2, do not launch other applications on the computer or operate the Gear. Doing so may overload the computer.
Section 3: Gear Manager Launching Gear Manager This application allows you to connect to a mobile device and customise your Gear™ 2 settings and applications. Also, you can use it to access the connected mobile device’s features. ►►From the connected mobile device’s Apps screen, tap Gear Manager. Note: Some features may not be available depending on the type of connected mobile device. Connecting a new Gear 2 ►►At the top of the Gear Manager screen, tap → Search for new devices.
Home screen styler Changes the Gear™ 2 Home screen settings. ►►From the Gear Manager screen, tap Home screen styler. Wallpapers Change the color of the Gear™ 2 Home screen, or set an image or photo stored in the mobile device as wallpaper for the Gear™ 2 Home screen. 1. Tap Wallpapers on the Gear Manager screen. 2. Select a wallpaper for the Home screen. The selected wallpaper displays on the Gear™ 2 Home screen. Clock You can change the clock types to display on the clock screen. 1.
Notifications Stay up-to-date with a variety of events, such as missed calls, or new messages received on the connected mobile device. You can also configure settings for the notification feature. 1. From the Gear Manager screen, tap Notifications, drag the Notifications switch to the right, and then select from these options: ●● Limit notifications: Set notifications, such as calls or messages, not to alert using the Gear™ 2.
My apps You can manage application settings installed on the Gear™ 2. Scroll up or down to view all applications installed on the Gear. Setting a method to enter text and managing templates ►►From the Gear Manager screen, tap My apps. Configuring applications settings ►►Tap next to an application and configure the settings. Transferring music files from the mobile device to the Gear 2 You can transfer music files saved on the mobile device to the Gear™ 2. 1. Tap next to Music Player. 2.
To transfer voice memos: 1. Tap next to Voice Memo and tap Auto transfer → None → Transfer now. 2. Tap Auto transfer → Always to automatically transfer files to a mobile device when memos are recorded with the Gear™ 2. Samsung Apps You can download applications from Samsung Apps. 1. From the Gear Manager screen, tap Samsung Apps. 2. Search for an application and select it to download.
Settings Use this application to configure the Gear™ 2 and set various options. ►►From the Gear Manager screen, tap Settings. Backup and restore Back up the stored data on the Gear™ 2 or restore backup date. ►►From the Settings screen, tap Backup and restore. Setting the Power button Set actions to perform when you press the Gear™ 2 Power button twice. 1. From the Settings screen, tap Double pressing home key. 2. Select an option.
Using a wake-up gesture Set the Gear™ 2 to recognize your gesture to wake up the Gear™ 2 and display the clock or the last page you accessed when the screen turns off. 1. From the Settings screen, tap Wake-up gesture, and then drag the Wake-up gesture switch to the right. 2. Tap Select screen shown to select a preset screen to display when the screen turns on. 3. Raise the hand that is wearing the Gear™ 2 to wake up the device, and then look at the screen for a few seconds.
Setting up emergency messages Set the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. 1. From the Settings screen, tap Send help message, and then drag the Send help message switch to the right. 2. Press the Power button three times to send an emergency message that includes your current location. Note: Some mobile devices do not support this feature. Setting up emergency contacts You can preset contacts to send a message to in an emergency.
Viewing the Gear Manager version ►►View the Gear Manager version information from the Gear Manager version field. Help You can access information about using the Gear™ 2 and other useful applications. ►►Tap Help on the Gear Manager screen.
Section 4: Applications S Voice Use this application to command the Gear™ 2 by voice to perform various features. 1. Read and agree to the terms and conditions for S Voice on the mobile device. 2. From the Gear™ 2 Home screen, tap S Voice. Use the following examples of spoken commands: ●● Open gallery ●● Call Sam mobile ●● Check schedule Tips for better voice recognition ●● Speak clearly. ●● Speak in quiet places. ●● Do not use offensive or slang words. ●● Avoid speaking with an accent.
WatchON Remote Use this application to operate the Gear™ 2 as a remote control for other devices with an infrared receiver. You can use this feature with various devices, such as TVs and set-top boxes. 1. From the Home screen, tap WatchON Remote. Note: The remote-control screen may vary depending on the device being controlled. 2. Select a device the Gear™ 2 will remotely control, and then follow the displayed instructions to complete the setup. Power button Use additional features. Adjust the volume.
Note: Ensure that the device’s infrared port is facing the device. 3. Scroll left on the remote-control screen to access the numeric keypad. Gallery Use this application to view images and videos. ►►From the Apps screen, tap Gallery. Viewing images ►►Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image. Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in while viewing an image: ●● Double-tap anywhere to zoom in. ●● Spread two fingers apart on any area to zoom in.
Deleting files 1. While viewing a file, tap → Delete → OK. 2. To delete multiple files at once, tap and hold the file to delete on the file list screen, and then tap other files to select them for deletion and tap OK. 3. Tap to select all files at once. 4. Tap OK. Sharing files 1. While viewing a file, tap → Share to send it to others or share it via a social network service. 2. To share multiple files at once, from the file list screen, tap and hold the file to share. 3.
Find My Device Use this application to find the connected mobile device. 1. From the Apps screen, tap Find My Device. 2. Tap Start, the mobile device emits sounds, vibrates, and turns on the screen. Note: This application is available only when the Gear™ 2 and the mobile device are connected. Health Management Applications Use the pedometer, sleep, exercise, and heart rate applications for leisure, well-being and fitness purposes.
Wearing the Gear 2 Device When measuring your heart rate, wear the Gear™ 2 comfortably on your arm above your wrist as shown. Heart rate sensor Important! Remove the protective plastic from the heart rate measurement sensor before taking measurements.
●● The heart rate figures may not be accurate depending on measurement conditions and surroundings. ●● Take heart rate measurements when you are seated and relaxed. ●● If heart rate measurements are taken at low temperatures, the result may be inaccurate. ●● Do not move your body while taking heart rate measurements. Doing so may cause your heart rate to be recorded inaccurately. ●● Users with thin wrists may receive inaccurate heart rate measurements.
●● If the heart rate measurement is not working properly, adjust the position of the Gear™ 2 on your wrist. For example, move the Gear™ 2 right, left, up, or down on your wrist to adjust the position of the heart measurement sensor. Or, wear the Gear™ 2 with the heart rate sensor firmly against the inside of your wrist. ●● If the heart rate sensor is dirty, wipe the sensor and try again. Pedometer 1.
Using additional features ►►From the pedometer screen, tap to use these additional features: ●● Tap History to view previous records. ●● Tap Goal to set your goal. ●● Tap Reset steps to reset the step count. ●● Tap Share via to share your records with others. ●● Tap Help to view help information. Note: You may experience a brief delay while the pedometer monitors your steps and then displays your step count. Only records from the past thirty days are saved.
Sleep Use this application to monitor your sleep patterns and record how much sleep you get by detecting body movements while you sleep. You can transfer the records to the connected mobile device. Before using this application: ●● If you have just purchased or have reset the Gear™ 2, read the displayed information about the application and tap OK. ●● The Sleep application monitors your sleep duration and body movements while you are sleeping.
3. Tap Stop → OK to stop recording. Using additional features ►►From the Sleep screen, tap to use additional features. ●● Tap History to view previous records. ●● Tap Blocking mode to block all notifications except alarm, timer, and downloaded application notifications, then tap Enable. ●● Tap Help to view help information. Note: Only records from the past thirty days are saved. You can view previous data on the mobile device where the S Health application is installed.
Heart Rate Use this application to measure and record your current heart rate. ►►If you have just purchased or reset the Gear™ 2, read the displayed information about the application and tap OK. Note: Do not use the device’s heart rate measurement feature for clinical or medical diagnosis. Use the exercise feature to measure your heart rate during exercise.. For best results when measuring your heart rate: ●● Before taking a measurement, keep your body warm and rest for 5 minutes.
Using additional features ►►Tap on the heart rate measurement screen, to use these additional features: ●● Tap History to view your heart rate records. ●● Tap Help to view help information. Note: Only records from the past thirty days are saved. You can view previous data on the mobile device where the S Helath application is installed.
Exercise Use this application to set diet and calorie goals and plan your exercise program. View the completed exercise and compare it with your exercise goal. You can also record your exercise achievements in a log. ►►If you have just purchased or have reset the Gear™ 2, read the on-screen information about the application and tap OK. Note: The connected mobile device’s GPS feature is used to check information, such as altitude and speed, when you are cycling or hiking.
Monitoring exercise information 1. From the Home screen, tap Exercise. 2. Select a type of exercise to monitor. Select Running, Walking, Cycling, or Hiking. 3. Tap Start to start monitoring. You can view information, such as exercise time and distance on the screen. Scroll left on the screen to view more information, such as burned calories and speed. Launch Music Player. Heart rate Exercise time Average speed Exercise distance 4.
Using additional features ►►From the exercise screen, tap to use additional features: ●● Tap History to view the exercise records. ●● Tap Help to view help information. While monitoring your exercise information, tap to use additional features. Some features may not be available depending on the selected exercise type: ●● Tap History to view the exercise records. ●● Tap Goal to set exercise goals. ●● Tap Coaching to display coaching advice while exercising in running mode.
About Coaching The coaching feature includes Firstbeat technology to provide personalized exercise guidance. Firstbeat uses Training Effect (TE) analysis that measures the accumulated physical load during a workout and assesses the impact on your fitness. TE levels are based on your physical profile and the heart rate information recorded while you workout. Your TE level increases when you perform effective exercise and the coaching feature uses the TE to provide you with feedback.
Setting training levels 1. From the running screen, tap → Coaching → Training effect to set the exercise intensity. Follow the displayed instructions and complete the exercises. Stop exercising when you achieve the required intensity. ●● Use the training levels to check the intensity of your workout. When you set a training level, you can monitor your exercise rate and the number of calories you burned.
5. Flick your finger down from the top of the screen to return to the running screen. The setup completes. 6. Tap Start. The heart rate measurement starts. Start running when the measurement is completed. You can view information, such as burned calories and speed, on the screen. 7. When you finish running, tap the screen, and then tap Stop → OK to stop monitoring your exercise information.
Messages Use this application to view the messages received on the connected mobile device, call or reply to the sender using the Gear. ►►Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Making a call To make a call the sender: ►►Scroll right on the message in the list, or tap → Call on the message navigation screen. Replying to a message 1. Tap on the message navigation screen, or tap → Reply. Note: You can use user-defined phrases saved in the Gear Manager, S Voice and emoticons in our reply. 2.
Deleting messages 1. From the message navigation screen, tap → Delete. Note: You can also tap , select multiple messages to delete, and then tap Delete to delete multiple messages at once. 2. Tap to select all files at once. Music Player Use this application to listen to music saved on the Gear™ 2. ►►From the Home screen, tap Music Player. Before using this application: ►►If you have just purchased or have reset the Gear™ 2, read the displayed information about the application and tap OK.
Listening to music ►►Tap to play music. Adjust the volume or listen to music on a Bluetooth headset. Restart the currently-playing file or skip to the previous file. Tap and hold to move backwards quickly. Display the list of files. Set random play and repeat options. Skip to the next file. Tap and hold to move forwards quickly. Pause and resume playback.
Media Controller Use this application to play and control media files. You can launch the music player on the connected mobile device and control playback with the Gear™ 2. For other media files, start playback on the mobile device first. You can control playback of the currently-playing file from the Gear. 1. From the Apps screen, tap Media Controller. 2. Tap to play media files on the connected mobile device. Increase the volume. Restart the currently-playing file or skip to the previous file.
Stopwatch Use this application to measure the amount of elapsed time. 1. From the Apps screen, tap Stopwatch. 2. Tap Start to time an event. 3. Tap Lap to record lap times. 4. Tap Stop to end timing. 5. Tap Reset to clear lap time records. Contacts Use this application to view the connected mobile device’s contacts list on the Gear™ 2. 1. From the Home Screen, tap Contacts. 2. Scroll left or right on a contact entry to make a call or send a message to a contact.
Recording voice memos 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tap Speak Tap Tap Tap to start recording. into the microphone at the bottom right of the Gear 2. to pause recording. to finish recording. to cancel the recording. Display the list of voice memos. Remaining recording time Start recording.
Playing voice memos ►►Tap , and select a voice memo to play. If spoken content is recorded and then converted to a data file, displays next to the filename. Note: The Gear™ 2 displays the content as text on the screen during playback. ●● ●● ●● Adjusts the volume levels. Tap or to adjust the volume. Pauses playback. / Skips to the previous or next voice memo. Note: You can also connect to a Bluetooth headset to listen to the voice memo.
Email Use this application to check emails received on the connected mobile device. ►►From the Apps screen, tap Email. To open an email: ►►Select and tap an email from the list. The email navigation screen displays. Checking emails on the connected mobile device ►►Tap on the email navigation screen, or tap connected mobile device. → Show on device to check emails on the Deleting emails 1. From the Gear™ 2 email navigation screen, tap Tip: You can also tap 2. Tap → Delete.
Controls View the connection status and remaining battery life. Adjust the volume and display brightness. ►►From the Home screen, tap Controls. Logs Use this application to view the connected mobile device’s call and message logs on the Gear™ 2. 1. Tap Logs on the Home screen. 2. Select a log and scroll up or down to search for the desired log entry. 3. Drag a log entry to the right to make a call. 4. Drag a log entry to the left to send a message. 5.
●● If your Gear™ 2 saved 50 photos or 9 videos, you cannot take more photos or videos. Access Gallery and delete files or transfer files to the connected mobile device. After you transferred files to the mobile device and take more photos or videos, your Gear™ 2 deletes some files that are transferred to free memory. ●● While charging, you cannot use this application. Camera etiquette ●● Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.
Taking a photo with sound Use this mode to capture the ambient sound with a photo. 1. Tap → Sound & shot → On. 2. Scroll down from the top of the screen to return to the camera screen and then tap the screen to take a photo. The Gear™ 2 records 9 seconds of audio after taking the photo. 3. Tap the screen again to stop recording sound. Viewing images 1. After taking a photo, scroll left to view the image. 2. Scroll right to return to the camera screen. Taking videos Taking a video 1.
Configuring Camera settings ►►Tap to configure the camera’s settings. Note: Not all of the following options are available with both the camera and video modes. ●● Focus mode: Select a focus mode. Auto is camera-controlled. Macro is used for very close objects. ●● Photo size / Video size: Select a resolution. Use a higher resolution for better quality. Higher resolutions take up more memory. ●● Sound & shot: Use this to take a photo with sound. ●● Signature: Set the Gear™ 2 to add a signature to photos.
Timer Use this application to use the Gear™ 2 as a countdown timer. 1. From the Apps screen, tap Timer. 2. Set the duration, and tap Start. 3. Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off.
Section 5: Settings Clock Change the clock type that displays on the Clock screen. 1. On the Home screen, tap Settings → Clock. 2. Scroll left or right on the screen to select a clock type. Wallpapers Change the color of the Home screen, or set an image or photo stored in the Gear™ 2 as wallpaper for the Home screen. ►►On the Home screen, tap Settings → Wallpapers.
Sound Change the settings for various sounds on the Gear™ 2. ►►On the Home screen, tap Settings → Sound. and selection from these options: ●● Volume: Adjust the volume level for various sounds, such as multimedia, ringtone, notifications, and system sounds. ●● Sound mode: Select the Gear™ 2 sound mode from sound, vibration, and mute. ●● Touch sounds: Set the Gear™ 2 to make a sound when applications or options are selected on the touch screen. ●● Ringtones: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls.
Note: When the Gear™ 2 is connected to a mobile device, the language settings applied on the mobile device are applied to the Gear™ 2. The language settings can only be changed on the connected mobile device. ●● Wake-up gesture: Set the Gear™ 2 to turn on and show a specified screen by using a gesture. Raise the hand that is wearing the Gear™ 2 and look at the Gear™ 2 screen for a few seconds. The screen turns on and a preset screen displays.
Privacy lock ►►From the Home screen, tap Settings → Privacy lock. ●● Privacy lock: Activate or deactivate the privacy lock feature by setting a PIN of at least four numbers. You can unlock the device’s screen by entering the PIN when the mobile device and the Gear™ 2 are disconnected. ●● Help: Displays help information about using the privacy lock feature. Profile Create a profile by entering your physical information, such as sex and body size.
Gear info ►►From the Home screen, tap Settings → Gear info. ●● About Gear: Access information about the Gear™ 2. ●● USB debugg...: Activate or deactivate the USB debugging mode. You can use this mode when developing apps by connecting the Gear™ 2 to a computer using a USB cable. Important! Some content may differ from your Gear™ 2 depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject to change without prior notice.
Section 6: Index A Answering a call 37 B Backup and restore 49 C Call features Making a call 36 Call options During a call 36 Camera configuring Camera settings 82 taking a photo with sound 81 Taking photos 81 Changing the background image 34 Charging Dock 6 Charging the battery 8 Checking notifications 38 Checking notifications at a later time 39 90 Closing the current application 35 Coaching Setting training levels 70 Connecting the Gear to a mobile device 20 E Editing Home screen icons 33 Email check
M Maintaining water and dust resistance 7 Measuring heart rate 64 Messages deleting 72 Making a call 72 Replying to a message 72 viewing on the connected mobile device 72 Music listening to 73 Music Player Pairing with Bluetooth headsets 73 My apps Configuring applications settings 47 Transferring music from mobile device to Gear 2 47 Transferring photos, videos, and voice memos 47 Transferring photos, videos, and voice memos from Gear 2 47 Using a wake-up gesture 50 N Notifications Checking at a later ti
Setting up emergency contacts 51 Setting up emergency messages 51 Using a wake-up gesture 50 Viewing the Gear Manager version 52 Viewing the open source license 51 Sleep Application Recording sleep duration 62 Sleep feature Using additional features 63 Starting S Voice 53 T Taking videos 82 Transfer voice memos 48 Transferring music files from mobile device to Gear 2 47 music from the mobile device to the Gear 2 47 92 U Unlocking the Gear 2 35 Upgrading the Gear 2 Upgrading with Gear Manager 42 Upgrading
