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...in the Gear Manager application, which is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE and your device. For more detailed procedures, please refer to opt out of arbitration within 30 calendar days of the Limited Warranty. Samsung Limited Warranty Samsung Limited ...Warranty - The EULA for this EULA at: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULAGEAR iv You may opt out by either sending an email to ...
...in the Gear Manager application, which is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE and your device. For more detailed procedures, please refer to opt out of arbitration within 30 calendar days of the Limited Warranty. Samsung Limited Warranty Samsung Limited ...Warranty - The EULA for this EULA at: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULAGEAR iv You may opt out by either sending an email to ...
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... of Contents Basics 1 Package contents 2 Device layout 4 Battery 7 Wearing the Gear 9 Replacing the strap 11 Turning the Gear on and off 13 Remote connection 14 Turning the screen on and off 14 ...screen 24 Status panel 26 Apps screen 27 Setting the screen lock 28 Entering text 31 Screen capture 31 Updating the Gear Applications 32 Messages 33 Phone 35 S Health 43 Running 44 Schedule 45 S Voice 46 Weather 47 Alarm 47 ... Gallery 53 Buddy 53 Email 54 Find My Phone 54 Maps 55 Voice Memo Samsung Gear App 56 Introduction 57 Watch faces 57 Notifications 58 Manage apps 58 Send media 59 App settings 59...
... of Contents Basics 1 Package contents 2 Device layout 4 Battery 7 Wearing the Gear 9 Replacing the strap 11 Turning the Gear on and off 13 Remote connection 14 Turning the screen on and off 14 ...screen 24 Status panel 26 Apps screen 27 Setting the screen lock 28 Entering text 31 Screen capture 31 Updating the Gear Applications 32 Messages 33 Phone 35 S Health 43 Running 44 Schedule 45 S Voice 46 Weather 47 Alarm 47 ... Gallery 53 Buddy 53 Email 54 Find My Phone 54 Maps 55 Voice Memo Samsung Gear App 56 Introduction 57 Watch faces 57 Notifications 58 Manage apps 58 Send media 59 App settings 59...
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Table of Contents Settings 63 Introduction 63 Display 63 General 64 Vibration 64 Call 65 Connections 67 Screen lock 67 Input 68 Power saving 68 Gear info vi
Table of Contents Settings 63 Introduction 63 Display 63 General 64 Vibration 64 Call 65 Connections 67 Screen lock 67 Input 68 Power saving 68 Gear info vi
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Caution: Situations that could cause damage to yourself or others. Notice: Notes, usage tips, or additional information. Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Gear • Wireless charger dock • Strap • Quick start guide 1 Basics Instructional icons Warning: Situations that could cause injury to your device or other equipment.
Caution: Situations that could cause damage to yourself or others. Notice: Notes, usage tips, or additional information. Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Gear • Wireless charger dock • Strap • Quick start guide 1 Basics Instructional icons Warning: Situations that could cause injury to your device or other equipment.
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Basics Device layout Gear S2 NFC antenna Touchscreen Bezel Light sensor Back button Microphone Home button (Power button) Heart rate sensor Buttons Button Home/Power Back Function • Press and hold to turn the Gear on or off. • Press to turn on the screen. • Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to restart the Gear. • Press to open the Apps screen when you are on the Watch screen. • Press to open the Watch screen when you are on any other screen. • Press to return to the previous screen. 2
Basics Device layout Gear S2 NFC antenna Touchscreen Bezel Light sensor Back button Microphone Home button (Power button) Heart rate sensor Buttons Button Home/Power Back Function • Press and hold to turn the Gear on or off. • Press to turn on the screen. • Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to restart the Gear. • Press to open the Apps screen when you are on the Watch screen. • Press to open the Watch screen when you are on any other screen. • Press to return to the previous screen. 2
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Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device. Do not allow children or animals to chew or suck the device. Basics Make sure the Gear's microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it. Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields. Wireless charger dock Wireless charging surface LED indicator USB charger port 3
Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device. Do not allow children or animals to chew or suck the device. Basics Make sure the Gear's microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it. Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields. Wireless charger dock Wireless charging surface LED indicator USB charger port 3
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... flashes certain colors to a low-power adaptor When a wireless charger dock error occurs, the LED indicator flashes red. Disconnect the Gear from the electric socket. Unplug the charger from the wireless charger dock, and then unplug the charger from the wireless charger dock ...Gear into the wireless charger dock. 4 After fully charging your Gear, disconnect it from the wireless charger dock. Color Red → Green → Yellow Red Green Yellow Charging status Standby mode Charging Fully charged Connected to indicate the battery level. If the error occurs again, contact a Samsung...
... flashes certain colors to a low-power adaptor When a wireless charger dock error occurs, the LED indicator flashes red. Disconnect the Gear from the electric socket. Unplug the charger from the wireless charger dock, and then unplug the charger from the wireless charger dock ...Gear into the wireless charger dock. 4 After fully charging your Gear, disconnect it from the wireless charger dock. Color Red → Green → Yellow Red Green Yellow Charging status Standby mode Charging Fully charged Connected to indicate the battery level. If the error occurs again, contact a Samsung...
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... until another power connection can be used while it may not function. Battery charging tips and precautions • If there are not using the Gear, switch to sleep mode by covering the screen with your palm. • Activate power saving mode. • Close unnecessary apps. •... the watch always on feature. • Deactivate the voice wake-up feature in S Voice™. • Customize the notification settings in the Samsung Gear app on the connected mobile device. To avoid losing power during a data transfer, always use these apps after being charged with other than the ...
... until another power connection can be used while it may not function. Battery charging tips and precautions • If there are not using the Gear, switch to sleep mode by covering the screen with your palm. • Activate power saving mode. • Close unnecessary apps. •... the watch always on feature. • Deactivate the voice wake-up feature in S Voice™. • Customize the notification settings in the Samsung Gear app on the connected mobile device. To avoid losing power during a data transfer, always use these apps after being charged with other than the ...
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..., please remove it until it to cool down before restarting the charging process, or call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) to receive technical support. • If the Gear is normal and should not affect the Gear's lifespan or performance. If you feel discomfort while using the device, stop using / wearing the ...and place the strap around your wrist, insert the pin into an adjustment hole, and then secure the buckle to Wearing the Gear correctly for use , see samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. Fit the strap to your lower arm just above the wrist. The accuracy of the information and data ...
..., please remove it until it to cool down before restarting the charging process, or call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) to receive technical support. • If the Gear is normal and should not affect the Gear's lifespan or performance. If you feel discomfort while using the device, stop using / wearing the ...and place the strap around your wrist, insert the pin into an adjustment hole, and then secure the buckle to Wearing the Gear correctly for use , see samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. Fit the strap to your lower arm just above the wrist. The accuracy of the information and data ...
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... camera lens, do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to replace it with a new one. 1 Push the button where the Gear's body and strap meet international safety standards. Use a blower or brush or lens cleaning paper dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution. Wet straps... can cause skin irritations. Replacing the strap Detach the strap from the Gear to clean the mobile device. If you have passed the hazardous materials test and meet . 9 Dry the straps first. Basics Strap tips and...
... camera lens, do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to replace it with a new one. 1 Push the button where the Gear's body and strap meet international safety standards. Use a blower or brush or lens cleaning paper dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution. Wet straps... can cause skin irritations. Replacing the strap Detach the strap from the Gear to clean the mobile device. If you have passed the hazardous materials test and meet . 9 Dry the straps first. Basics Strap tips and...
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Basics 2 While pushing the button, pull the strap upward and remove it clicks into the grooves on the Gear's body. Holder Grooves 4 Push the strap into the Gear's body until it . 3 Insert the holder of new strap into place. 10
Basics 2 While pushing the button, pull the strap upward and remove it clicks into the grooves on the Gear's body. Holder Grooves 4 Push the strap into the Gear's body until it . 3 Insert the holder of new strap into place. 10
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... later with compatible Samsung Galaxy devices. 1 Turn on the Gear. Refer to Connecting the Gear to download and install the Samsung Gear app on the mobile device. Connecting the Gear to a mobile device You should connect your Gear to your mobile device or visit apps.samsung.com/gear to a mobile device, install the Samsung Gear app on your Gear and mobile device...
... later with compatible Samsung Galaxy devices. 1 Turn on the Gear. Refer to Connecting the Gear to download and install the Samsung Gear app on the mobile device. Connecting the Gear to a mobile device You should connect your Gear to your mobile device or visit apps.samsung.com/gear to a mobile device, install the Samsung Gear app on your Gear and mobile device...
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...mobile devices and features may vary depending on your device and software version. • You cannot install the Samsung Gear app on the mobile devices that do not support Gear syncing. Basics 5 Follow the prompts to view a list of compatible mobile devices. 12 When the devices ...are connected, a tutorial displays on your Gear device's support page to complete the connection. Visit www.samsung.com and search for your region, service provider, and device manufacturer. Follow the prompts to learn the Gear's basic controls. • Connection methods and screenshots may...
...mobile devices and features may vary depending on your device and software version. • You cannot install the Samsung Gear app on the mobile devices that do not support Gear syncing. Basics 5 Follow the prompts to view a list of compatible mobile devices. 12 When the devices ...are connected, a tutorial displays on your Gear device's support page to complete the connection. Visit www.samsung.com and search for your region, service provider, and device manufacturer. Follow the prompts to learn the Gear's basic controls. • Connection methods and screenshots may...
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...mobile device for more information. This feature is already connected to another Gear, your mobile device, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung Gear → Settings → Back up and restore → Back up your Gear's data on your Gear cannot establish a connection. If the mobile device you want to ... and all data is not turned on, on your mobile device. • On your mobile device, open the Apps screen, tap Samsung Gear → Settings → Connection, and then tap the Use Remote connection switch. 13 Remote connection You can still receive notifications from ...
...mobile device for more information. This feature is already connected to another Gear, your mobile device, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung Gear → Settings → Back up and restore → Back up your Gear's data on your Gear cannot establish a connection. If the mobile device you want to ... and all data is not turned on, on your mobile device. • On your mobile device, open the Apps screen, tap Samsung Gear → Settings → Connection, and then tap the Use Remote connection switch. 13 Remote connection You can still receive notifications from ...
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Also, the screen will turn off the screen, cover it with your palm. On the Watch screen, rotate the bezel counter clockwise to view other screens. To turn off if the Gear is not used for a specified period. Scrolling through screens Rotate the bezel to view notifications. 14 Using the bezel Rotate the bezel to easily control the Gear's various functions. You can also turn on the screen, rotate the bezel, or press the Home button or the Back button. Basics Turning the screen on and off To turn on the screen using a gesture.
Also, the screen will turn off the screen, cover it with your palm. On the Watch screen, rotate the bezel counter clockwise to view other screens. To turn off if the Gear is not used for a specified period. Scrolling through screens Rotate the bezel to view notifications. 14 Using the bezel Rotate the bezel to easily control the Gear's various functions. You can also turn on the screen, rotate the bezel, or press the Home button or the Back button. Basics Turning the screen on and off To turn on the screen using a gesture.
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Tapping Tap with your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch-screen may not recognize touch inputs close to the Samsung Limited Warranty. 16 Touch-screens respond best to open an app, select a menu item, press a displayed button, or enter a character using the keyboard. Basics Touchscreen The Gear may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty. For more information, please refer to the edges of the screen, which are outside of your finger to a light touch from the pad of the touch input area.
Tapping Tap with your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch-screen may not recognize touch inputs close to the Samsung Limited Warranty. 16 Touch-screens respond best to open an app, select a menu item, press a displayed button, or enter a character using the keyboard. Basics Touchscreen The Gear may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty. For more information, please refer to the edges of the screen, which are outside of your finger to a light touch from the pad of the touch input area.
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.... Rotate the bezel counter-clockwise to view notifications received from other notifications received from your mobile device. Your Gear does not have a speaker so the Gear only vibrates when the notification arrives. Access additional options. When you receive a notification, it displays at the... bottom of the screen and disappears after a few seconds and the Gear vibrates. Refer to Vibration to date with events, notifications, and messages from the same app. You can view the notification's detail. ...
.... Rotate the bezel counter-clockwise to view notifications received from other notifications received from your mobile device. Your Gear does not have a speaker so the Gear only vibrates when the notification arrives. Access additional options. When you receive a notification, it displays at the... bottom of the screen and disappears after a few seconds and the Gear vibrates. Refer to Vibration to date with events, notifications, and messages from the same app. You can view the notification's detail. ...
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... details. 3 Tap More options, rotate the bezel to Block app and tap Block app. On your mobile device. The Gear no longer receives notifications from the bottom edge of the screen while viewing a notification. Blocking notifications 1 Select a notification from specific apps... on your Gear, block notifications using your mobile device, open the Apps screen, tap Samsung Gear → Notifications → Manage notifications. 21 You can block notifications from the app you have ...
... details. 3 Tap More options, rotate the bezel to Block app and tap Block app. On your mobile device. The Gear no longer receives notifications from the bottom edge of the screen while viewing a notification. Blocking notifications 1 Select a notification from specific apps... on your Gear, block notifications using your mobile device, open the Apps screen, tap Samsung Gear → Notifications → Manage notifications. 21 You can block notifications from the app you have ...
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Press the Home button to select a watch by tapping STYLIZE. You can also change the Gear's watch face on the Watch screen. On the mobile device, open the Watch screen when you are not on your step count, and more. Basics Watch screen View the current time. Changing the watch face Tap and hold the Watch screen, then rotate the bezel to open the Apps screen, tap Samsung Gear → Watch faces. 22 You can also customize the watch face. You can also check the battery life, the date, your mobile device.
Press the Home button to select a watch by tapping STYLIZE. You can also change the Gear's watch face on the Watch screen. On the mobile device, open the Watch screen when you are not on your step count, and more. Basics Watch screen View the current time. Changing the watch face Tap and hold the Watch screen, then rotate the bezel to open the Apps screen, tap Samsung Gear → Watch faces. 22 You can also customize the watch face. You can also check the battery life, the date, your mobile device.
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The selected widget displays in a new panel. Indicator icons Gear's connection status Brightness Do not disturb Music Player 24 Basics Adding widgets You can add more widgets on the Home screen. Status panel This panel allows you to view the current status and configure basic settings. On the Watch screen, swipe downward from the top edge of the screen. Tap Add and select a widget. Removing widgets Tap and hold a widget and then tap Delete.
The selected widget displays in a new panel. Indicator icons Gear's connection status Brightness Do not disturb Music Player 24 Basics Adding widgets You can add more widgets on the Home screen. Status panel This panel allows you to view the current status and configure basic settings. On the Watch screen, swipe downward from the top edge of the screen. Tap Add and select a widget. Removing widgets Tap and hold a widget and then tap Delete.