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USER MANUAL

SM-R860 SM-R865F
SM-R870 SM-R875F
SM-R880 SM-R885F
SM-R890 SM-R895F

English. 02/2023. Rev.2.0 www.samsung.com


Table of Contents

Getting Started 27 Controlling the screen


27 Bezel
5 About the Galaxy Watch4 Classic / 28 Touchscreen
Galaxy Watch4 29 Screen composition
5 Read me first 30 Turning the screen on and off
11 Device layout 30 Switching the screen
11 Package contents 31 Lock screen
12 Watch 32 Watch
15 Wireless charger 32 Watch screen
16 Charging the battery 32 Changing the watch face
16 Wireless charging 33 Activating the Always On Display
feature
17 Charging the battery using Wireless
power sharing 33 Activating watch only mode
19 Battery charging tips and 34 Notifications
precautions 34 Notification panel
20 Wearing the Watch 34 Viewing incoming notifications
20 Putting on the Watch 35 Selecting apps for receiving
20 Band tips and precautions notifications
21 Connecting the band 35 Quick panel
22 How to wear the Watch for accurate
38 Entering text
measurements
38 Keyboard layout
24 Turning the Watch on and off
25 Connecting the Watch to a
smartphone
25 Installing the Galaxy Wearable app
25 Connecting the Watch to a
smartphone via Bluetooth
27 Remote connection

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Apps and features 79 Reminder


80 Calendar
40 Installing and managing apps
80 Bixby
41 Messages
81 Weather
43 Phone
82 Alarm
45 Contacts
82 World Clock
46 Samsung Pay
83 Timer
47 Samsung Health
47 Introduction 83 Stopwatch
47 Daily activity 84 Gallery
49 Steps 84 Importing and exporting images
50 Exercise 84 Viewing images
55 Sleep 85 Deleting images
57 Heart rate
85 Find My Phone
59 Stress
60 Blood oxygen 86 Find My Watch
63 Body composition 87 Sending an SOS
66 Food 87 Introduction
67 Water 87 Registering the emergency contacts
67 Together 88 Requesting an SOS
68 Cycle tracking 88 Requesting an SOS when you are
68 Settings hurt from a fall
69 Samsung Health Monitor 89 Stopping SOS messages
69 Introduction 90 Voice Recorder
69 Precautions for measuring blood 91 Calculator
pressure and ECG
72 Starting to measure the blood 91 Compass
pressure
91 Buds Controller
74 Starting to measuring the ECG
92 Camera Controller
76 GPS
92 Samsung Global Goals
77 Music
78 Media Controller
78 Introduction
78 Controlling the music player
78 Controlling the video player

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93 Settings 108 Battery


93 Introduction 109 Manage content
93 Connections 109 Mobile plans (LTE models)
97 Notifications 110 General
97 Sounds and vibration 110 Accessibility
98 Display 110 Accounts and backup
98 Samsung Health 111 Watch software update
99 Advanced features 111 About watch
99 Battery 111 Find My Watch
100 Apps
112 Tips and user manual
100 General
101 Accessibility 112 Store
101 Security
101 Privacy
102 Location Appendix
102 Accounts and backup
113 Troubleshooting
102 Software update
102 Tips and tutorials 117 Removing the battery
103 About watch

Galaxy Wearable app


104 Introduction
105 Watch faces
106 Apps screen
106 Tiles
107 Quick panel
107 Watch settings
107 Introduction
107 Notifications
108 Sounds and vibration
108 Display
108 Advanced features

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About the Galaxy Watch4 Classic /
Galaxy Watch4
The Galaxy Watch4 Classic / Galaxy Watch4 (hereafter, Watch) is a smartwatch that can analyse
your exercise pattern, manage your health and allows you to use a variety of convenient apps
for making phone calls and playing music. You can easily browse the various features by using
the bezel or launch a feature by simply tapping the screen and also change the watch face to
match your taste.
You can use your Watch after connecting it to your smartphone.

Read me first
Please read this manual before using this device to ensure safe and proper use.
• Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
• Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
• The device may require a connection to a Wi-Fi or mobile network when using some apps
or features.
• Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and memory 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.
• Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
• 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 device or apps to work improperly.

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• Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
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.
• You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
• Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.
• This device’s operating system is different from the previous Galaxy Watch series, and you
cannot use previously purchased content due to the compatibility issues.
• The model specifications and supported services may differ depending on the region.
• Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
• Some functions may not work as described in this manual depending on the maker and
model of the smartphone you connect to your Watch.
• Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection
during production and distribution. Damage to the attached screen protector is not
covered by the warranty.
• You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically
adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature
of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting.
– It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the device.
– You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it. On
the Watch’s Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Display → Screen timeout and select
the length of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen.
– To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the
surrounding environment, on the Watch’s Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Display
and tap the Auto brightness switch to activate it.

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• Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
If your device is approved by the FCC, you can view the FCC ID of the Watch. To view the
FCC ID, on the Watch’s Apps screen, tap (Settings) → About watch → Status info. If
your device does not have an FCC ID, it means that the device has not been authorised
for sale in the U.S. or its territories and may only be brought to the U.S. for the owner’s
personal use.
• The use of mobile devices on aeroplanes or ships may be subject to federal and local
guidelines and restrictions. Check with the appropriate authorities and always follow
crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your device.
• Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To
view the information, on the Watch’s Apps screen, tap (Settings) → About watch →
Regulatory info.
• Your device contains magnets. Keep a safe distance between your device and objects
that may be affected by magnets such as credit cards and implantable medical devices. If
you have an implantable medical device, consult your physician before use.

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Maintaining the device’s water and dust resistance


• This device is water and dust resistant, and meets the following international standards.
– 5ATM water resistance classification certification: Was tested by submerging the
device in 50 m of fresh water for 10 minutes, leaving it still, without any movement, to
meet the requirements of ISO 22810:2010.
– IPX8 water resistance classification certification: Was tested by submerging the device
in 1.5 m of fresh water for 30 minutes, leaving it still, without any movement, to meet
the requirements of IEC 60529.
– IP6X dust resistance classification certification: Was tested to meet the requirements of
IEC 60529.
• You can use this device when you are exercising, washing your hands or on a rainy day.
• You can use this device when you are swimming in a pool or the sea where the water
level is not deep.
• The water resistance of your Galaxy device is not permanent and may diminish over time.
We recommend that you have your Galaxy device’s water resistance tested once a year at
a Samsung Service Centre or an authorised service centre.
• You must follow the guidelines below to maintain the water and dust resistance of your
device.
– After swimming, and before the pool water or seawater has dried, rinse the device
with fresh water and dry it thoroughly with a soft, clean cloth to maintain its water
resistance. The water resistance may be affected by the disinfectants in swimming
pool water or the salt in seawater.
– If the device gets wet with liquid other than fresh water, such as coffee, drinks, soapy
water, oil, perfume, sunscreen, hand sanitiser, or chemical products like cosmetics,
rinse the device with fresh water and dry it thoroughly with a soft, clean cloth to
maintain its water resistance.
– Do not stay submerged underwater, go snorkeling, diving or scuba diving, or play
water sports like water-skiing or surfing, and do not swim in fast-moving water, such
as a river, while wearing your device. Also, do not expose it to high-pressure cleaning
machines or similar things. This would result in a dramatic rise in water pressure which
could cause the water resistance guaranteed by our company to change.
– If the device is hit or damaged, its water and dust resistance may be compromised.
– Do not disassemble your device without proper guidance.
– If you dry your device with a machine that gives off hot air, like a hair dryer, or if you
use your device in a hot environment like a sauna, the water resistance could be
damaged from a dramatic change in the air or water temperature.

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Precautions for overheating


If you feel discomfort due to overheating while using the device, stop using it immediately
and remove it from your wrist.
To avoid problems, such as device malfunction, skin discomfort or damage, and battery
draining, a warning will appear on the device if it reaches a specific temperature. When the
initial warning appears, device functions will be disabled until the device cools down to a
specific temperature. However, the emergency call feature will be available on the LTE model.
If the device temperature continues to increase, a second warning will appear. At this time,
the device will shut down. Do not use the device until it cools down to a specific temperature.
However, when using the LTE model, the emergency call feature that has been previously
connected will remain active until you are finished, even though the second warning will
appear.

Cleaning and managing the Watch


Follow the points below to ensure your Watch functions correctly and maintains its
appearance. Failure to do so may damage the Watch and cause the skin irritation.
• Turn off the Watch and remove the band before cleaning it.
• Prevent the device from being exposed to dust, sweat, ink, oil, and chemical products
such as cosmetics, antibacterial spray, hand cleaner, detergent, and insecticides.
The Watch’s exterior and interior parts may be damaged or it could result in poor
performance. If your Watch is exposed to any of the previously mentioned substances,
use a lint-free, soft cloth to clean it.
• Do not use soap, cleaning agents, abrasive materials and compressed air when cleaning
your Watch and do not clean it with the ultrasonic waves or the external heat sources.
Doing so may damage the Watch. Skin irritation may be caused by soap, detergents,
hand sanitizers, or cleaning agents left on the Watch.
• When you remove sun block, lotion, or oil, use a soap-free detergent, then rinse and dry
your Watch thoroughly.
• The hybrid band is not water-resistant. Do not swim or take a shower while using the
hybrid band.
• The hybrid band may make squeaking sound where it connects with the Watch due to
the characteristics of the leather material. This is normal and you can address this issue by
applying leather care products to the band at the connection point.

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• Avoid exposing the Watch’s hybrid band to direct sunlight, hot or humid environments,
or water. The leather material’s colour and form may change if you do so. If it gets wet,
wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth immediately and dry it in a well-ventilated and shaded
place.
• When your hybrid band get stained, wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth. If necessary, slightly
dampen a cloth with fresh water.
The supplied band may vary depending on the region or model. Be sure to properly
clean and maintain your band accordingly.

Use caution if you are allergic to any materials on the Watch


• Samsung has tested the noxious materials found on the Watch through the internal and
external certificate authorities, including the test for all materials which contact with skin,
skin toxicity test, and the Watch-wearing test.
• The Watch includes nickel. Take the necessary precautions if your skin is hypersensitive or
you have an allergy to any materials found on the Watch.
– Nickel: The Watch contains a small amount of nickel, which is below its reference point
limited by the Europe REACH regulation. You will not be exposed to the nickel inside
the Watch and the Watch has passed the international certificated test. However, if you
are sensitive to nickel, be careful to use the Watch.
• Only the materials observed the standards of the U.S Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), the regulations of the European countries, and other international
standards are used to make a Watch.
• For more information about how Samsung manages chemicals, refer to the Samsung
website (https://www.samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/sustainability/environment/,
https://www.samsung.com/au/support/newsalert/119791/).

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

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Device layout
Package contents
Refer to the quick start guide for package contents.
• The items supplied with the Watch and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
• The supplied items are designed only for this Watch and may not be compatible with
other devices.
• Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
• You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure
they are compatible with the Watch before purchase.
• Except for the Watch, some supplied items and accessories may not have the same
water- and dust-resistance certification.
• Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
• 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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Watch
► Galaxy Watch4 Classic:

Atmospheric pressure
sensor

SM-R880, SM-R890: NFC antenna


GPS antenna
SM-R885F, SM-R895F:
LTE/GPS antenna Home key (Power key) /
Electrical biosensor

Bezel
Touchscreen

Back key /
Light sensor Electrical biosensor

Microphone

Pressure vent

Electrical biosensors

Speaker

Optical heart rate sensor

Band

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► Galaxy Watch4:

Atmospheric pressure
sensor

SM-R860, SM-R870: NFC antenna


GPS antenna
SM-R865F, SM-R875F:
LTE/GPS antenna Home key (Power key) /
Electrical biosensor

Touchscreen

Back key /
Light sensor Electrical biosensor

Microphone

Pressure vent

Electrical biosensors

Speaker

Optical heart rate sensor

Band

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The device and some accessories (sold separately) contain magnets. The American
Heart Association (US) and the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
(UK) both warn that magnets can affect the operation of implanted pacemakers,
cardioverters, defibrillators, insulin pumps or other electro medical devices (collectively,
“Medical Device”) within the range of 15 cm (6 inches). If you are a user of any of
these Medical Devices, DO NOT USE THIS DEVICE AND SOME ACCESSORIES (SOLD
SEPARATELY) UNLESS YOU HAVE CONSULTED WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN.
• Do not store your device and some accessories (sold separately) near magnetic fields.
Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding
passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
• When using the speakers, such as when playing media files, do not place the Watch
close to your ears.
• Ensure that the band is kept clean. Contact with contaminants, such as dust and dye,
can cause stains on the band that may not be fully removed.
• Do not insert sharp objects into the atmospheric pressure sensor, the pressure vent,
speaker, or the microphone. Inner components of the Watch may be damaged along
with the water-resistance feature.
• If you use the Watch with its glass body broken, there may be a risk of injury. Use the
Watch only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre.
• Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
– If you use a metallic band
– If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the Watch
– If you cover the Watch’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection (LTE models)
• Do not cover the light sensor area with screen accessories, such as a screen protector
or stickers. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
• Make sure the Watch’s microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it.
• The pressure vent ensures that Watch’s inner parts and sensors work correctly when
you use the Watch in environment where the atmospheric pressure changes.
• The leather on the hybrid band is made of natural leather with minimised processing.
The band’s irregular patterns, leather grains, pores, scars, as well as the natural colour
change, including metachromatic stains, which may occur during use, are a natural
phenomenon of the leather and not product defects.
• The images in this manual are of a Galaxy Watch4 Classic.

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Keys
Key Function
• When the Watch is off, press and hold to turn it on.
• When the screen is off, press to turn on the screen.
• Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to
Using Bixby for more information.
Home key
• Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you
set. ( (Settings) → Advanced features → Customise keys)
• Press to open the Watch screen when you are on any other
screen.
• When the screen is off, press to turn on the screen.
Back key • Press to launch the feature you set. ( (Settings) →
Advanced features → Customise keys)
• Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
Home key + Back key
• Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the Watch.

Wireless charger
Wireless charging
surface

Do not expose the wireless charger to water because the wireless charger does not
have same water- resistance certification as your Watch.

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Charging the battery


Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Use only Samsung-approved charger and cable specifically designed for your Watch.
Incompatible charger and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
• Use only wireless charger supplied with the device. The Watch cannot be charged
properly with a third-party wireless charger.
• Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
• To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
• The Watch has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery by using
a wireless charging pad. The wireless charging pad is sold separately. For more
information about available wireless charging pads, refer to the Samsung website.

Wireless charging
1 Connect the wireless charger to the USB power adaptor.
2 Place the Watch on the wireless charger aligning the centre of your Watch’s back side with
the centre of the wireless charger.

Wireless charger

3 After fully charging, disconnect the Watch from the wireless charger.

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Checking the charging status


You can check the charging status on the screen during wireless charging. If the charging
status does not appear on the screen, on the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Display and
tap the Show charging info switch to activate it.
If you charge the Watch when it is turned off, press any key to check the charging status on
the screen.

Charging the battery using Wireless power sharing


You can charge your Watch with the battery of the device that functions as a wireless
charging pad. You can still charge your Watch even while charging the device that functions
as a wireless charging pad. Depending on the type of cover being used, the Wireless power
sharing feature may not work properly. It is recommended to remove any cover being used
from the device that functions as a wireless charging pad before using this feature.
1 Turn on the Wireless power sharing feature on the device that functions as a wireless
charging pad and place the centre of the Watch’s back on the device that functions as a
wireless charging pad.

The device that functions


as a wireless charging pad

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2 After fully charging, disconnect the Watch from the device that functions as a wireless
charging pad.
Do not use the earphones or Bluetooth headset while sharing power. Doing so may
affect nearby devices.
• The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device model. Adjust the
device or Watch to connect with each other properly.
• Some features that work while wearing the Watch are not available while sharing
power.
• To charge properly, do not move or use the device that functions as a wireless
charging pad or Watch while charging.
• The power charged to your Watch may be less than the amount shared to it by the
device that functions as a wireless charging pad.
• If you charge the Watch while charging the device that functions as a wireless
charging pad, the charging speed may decrease or the Watch may not charge
properly, depending on the charger type.
• The charging speed or efficiency may vary depending on the condition of the device
that functions as a wireless charging pad or the surrounding environment.
• If the remaining battery power of the device that functions as a wireless charging
pad drops below a certain level, power sharing will stop.

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Battery charging tips and precautions


• If there are obstructions between the Watch and the wireless charger, it may not charge
properly. Check if there is any sweat, liquid, or dust on them before charging.
• If the battery is completely discharged, the Watch cannot be turned on immediately
when the wireless charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few
minutes before turning it on.
• If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
• When connecting the wireless charger to another power source, such as a computer or
multi-charging hub, the Watch may not charge properly or it may charge more slowly
due to a lower electric current.
• The Watch can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
• If the Watch’s power supply is unstable while being used and charged at the same time,
the touchscreen may not function. If this happens, disconnect the Watch from the
wireless charger.
• While charging, the Watch may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the Watch’s
lifespan or performance. Before wearing the Watch, allow it to cool down for a while
before using it. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.
• If you charge the Watch while the wireless charger is wet, the Watch may be damaged.
Thoroughly dry the wireless charger before charging the Watch.
• If the Watch is not charging properly, visit a Samsung Service Centre.
• Avoid using a bent or damaged wireless charger cable. If the wireless charger cable is
damaged, stop using it.

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Wearing the Watch


Putting on the Watch
Open the buckle and place your Watch around your wrist. Fit the band to your wrist, insert the
pin into an adjustment hole, and then secure the buckle to close it. If the band is too tight on
your wrist, use the hole one further out.
Do not bend the band excessively. Doing so may damage the Watch.
• To measure your physical condition accurately, wear the Watch firmly around
your lower arm above the wrist. Refer to How to wear the Watch for accurate
measurements for more information.
• When certain materials come into contact with the back of the Watch, your Watch
may recognise that you are wearing it on your wrist.
• If the sensors on the back of your Watch do not come into contact with your wrist for
more than 10 minutes, your Watch may recognise that you are not wearing it on your
wrist.

Band tips and precautions


• For accurate measurement, you have to wear the Watch so that it fits your wrist. After
measuring, loosen the band to allow air to reach your skin. It is recommended to wear
the Watch so that it is not too loose or tight, and that it feels comfortable in normal
circumstances.
• When you wear the Watch for a long time or do a high-intensity exercise while wearing
it, skin irritation may occur due to certain factors, such as friction, pressure, or moisture. If
you have been wearing your Watch for a long time, remove it from your wrist for a while
to keep your skin healthy and allow your wrist to rest.
• Skin irritation may occur due to an allergy, environment factors, other factors, or when
your skin is exposed to soap or sweat for long periods. In this case, stop using your Watch
immediately and wait 2 or 3 days for the symptoms to ease. If the symptoms persist or
worsen, call your doctor.
• Make sure your skin is dry before wearing your Watch. If you wear a wet Watch for a long
time, your skin may be affected.
• If you use your Watch in the water, remove foreign materials from your skin and Watch
and dry them thoroughly to prevent the skin irritation.
• Do not use any accessories except the Watch in the water.

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Connecting the band


Connect the band before using your Watch. You can detach the band from the Watch and
replace it with a new one. Remove the band in the reverse order of how you connected it.
Be careful not to hurt your fingernail when sliding the spring bar while connecting or
replacing bands.
• The supplied band may vary depending on the region or model.
• The supplied band’s size may vary depending on the model. Use the proper band
which fits your model’s size.

1 Insert one end of the band’s spring bar into the Watch’s lug.

2 Slide the spring bar inwards and connect the band.

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How to wear the Watch for accurate measurements


For accurate measurements, wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above the wrist
while leaving a finger’s worth of space as shown in the figure below.

Electrical biosensors

<Rear>

Electrical
biosensors

Optical heart rate


sensor

• If you fasten the Watch too tightly, the skin irritation may occur and if you fasten it
too loosely, friction may occur.
• Do not look directly at the optical heart rate sensor’s lights. Make sure children do not
look directly at the lights. Doing so may impair your vision.
• If the Watch becomes hot to the touch, remove it until it cools. Exposing your skin to
a hot surface of the Watch for a long time may cause low-temperature burns.
• Remove all water from your Watch and the band before measuring your body
composition and ECG.

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• Use the HR feature only for measuring your heart rate. The accuracy of the optical
heart rate sensor may be diminished depending on measurement conditions and
surroundings.
• Cold ambient temperatures may affect your measurement; during winter or cold
weather, keep yourself warm when checking your heart rate.
• Smoking or consuming alcohol before taking measurements may cause your heart
rate to be different from your normal heart rate.
• Do not move, talk, yawn, or breathe deeply while taking heart rate measurements.
Doing so may cause your heart rate to be recorded inaccurately.
• If your heart rate is extremely high or low, measurements may be inaccurate.
• If measuring children’s heart rates, the measurement may not accurate.
• Users with thin wrists may receive inaccurate heart rate measurements when the
device is loose, causing the light to be reflected unevenly. In this case, wear the
Watch around your lower arm above the wrist.
• If heart rate measurement is not working properly, adjust the position of the device’s
optical heart rate sensor to the right, left, up, or down on your wrist, or wear the
device on your inner arm so that the sensor is in contact with your skin.
• If the optical heart rate sensor and the electrical biosensors are dirty, wipe the
sensor and try again. If foreign materials prevent the light from reflecting evenly, the
measurement may not accurate.
• The optical heart rate sensor may be affected by tattoos, marks, and hair on the wrist
you wear your Watch on. These may cause your Watch not to recognise that you are
wearing it, and the Watch’s features may not work properly. Therefore, wear your
Watch on a wrist that does not interfere with the Watch’s features.
• The measurement features may not work properly due to certain factors, such as
the light from the optical heart rate sensor being blocked, depending on your skin
brightness, blood flow under your skin, and the cleanliness of the sensor area.
• For accurate measurements, use the Ridge sport band. The Ridge sport band may be
sold separately depending on the model.

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Turning the Watch on and off


Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the
use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

Turning the Watch on


Press and hold the Home key for a few seconds to turn on the Watch.
When you turn on the Watch for the first time or reset it, on-screen instructions will appear
to launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone. Refer to Connecting the Watch to a
smartphone for more information.

Turning the Watch off


1 Press and hold the Home key and the Back key simultaneously. Alternatively, open the
quick panel by dragging downwards from the top edge of the screen and tap .

Home key

Back key

2 Tap Power off.


You can set the Watch to turn off when you press and hold the Home key. On the Apps
screen, tap (Settings) → Advanced features → Customise keys, tap Press and
hold under Home key, and then select Power off menu.

Forcing restart
If your Watch is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Home key and the Back key
simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

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Connecting the Watch to a smartphone


Installing the Galaxy Wearable app
To connect your Watch to a smartphone, install the Galaxy Wearable app on the smartphone.
Depending on your smartphone, you can download the Galaxy Wearable app from the
following places:
• Samsung Android smartphones: Galaxy Store, Play Store
• Other Android smartphones: Play Store
• It is compatible with Android smartphones that support Google mobile services.
• You cannot install the Galaxy Wearable app on the smartphones that do not support
Watch syncing. Ensure that your smartphone is compatible with a Watch.
• The Watch cannot be connected to a tablet.

Connecting the Watch to a smartphone via Bluetooth


1 Turn on the Watch.
2 Select a language to use and tap .
3 Select a country or region, and tap Restart.
The Watch will turn off and then restart.
4 Swipe upwards from the bottom of the screen.
On-screen instructions for launching the Galaxy Wearable app will appear.
5 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone.
If necessary, update the Galaxy Wearable app to the latest version.
6 Tap Start.
7 Select your Watch on the screen.
If you cannot find your device, tap Mine’s not here.
8 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
When completing the connection, tap START and follow the on-screen instructions to
learn about the Watch’s basic controls.

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• The initial setup screen may differ depending on your region.


• Connection methods may vary depending on your smartphone and software
version.
• The Watch is smaller than normal smartphones so the network quality may be lower,
especially in areas with weak signals or poor reception. When a Bluetooth connection
is unavailable, your cellular network or Internet connection may be poor or become
disconnected.
• When you connect your Watch to a smartphone for the first time after resetting it, the
Watch’s battery may drain more quickly while syncing data, such as contacts.
• Supported smartphones and features may vary depending on your region, service
provider, or device manufacturer.
• When you cannot establish a Bluetooth connection between your Watch and the
smartphone, the indicator icon will appear on the top of the Watch screen.

Connecting the Watch to a new smartphone


When you connect the Watch to a new smartphone, the Watch will reset all personal
information. When the prompt appears before connecting your Watch to a new smartphone,
tap Back up data to securely back up the stored data.
1 On the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → General → Connect to new phone →
Continue.
After a reset, it will automatically enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
2 On your new smartphone, launch the Galaxy Wearable app to connect to your Watch.
If the smartphone you want to connect to is already connected to another device,
launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap → Add new device
to connect with a new device.

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Remote connection
Your Watch and smartphone are connected via Bluetooth. You can sync your smartphone
to your Watch when both devices are remotely connected to each other, even though a
Bluetooth connection is not available. The Remote connection uses your mobile network or
Wi-Fi.
If this feature is not turned on, launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone, tap
Watch settings → Advanced features → Remote connection, and then tap the switch to
activate it.
When your Watch and smartphone are remotely connected, the indicator icon will appear
on the top of the Watch screen.

Controlling the screen


Bezel
Your Watch has a rotatable bezel or a touch bezel. Rotate or swipe the bezel clockwise or
anticlockwise to easily control various Watch functions.

Rotatable bezel Touch bezel


(Galaxy Watch4 Classic) (Galaxy Watch4)

• Scrolling through screens: Rotate or swipe the bezel to view other screens.
• Selecting an item: Rotate or swipe the bezel to move from item to item.
• Adjusting the input value: Rotate or swipe the bezel to adjust the volume or brightness.
When adjusting the brightness, rotate or swipe the bezel clockwise to make the screen
brighter.
• Using the phone or alarm feature: Rotate or swipe the bezel clockwise to receive an
incoming call or to dismiss an alarm. Rotate or swipe the bezel anticlockwise to reject an
incoming call or to activate the snooze feature for an alarm.

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• Make sure the rotatable bezel is free from the foreign materials like dust or sand.
• Do not use the rotatable bezel near magnetic substances, such as magnets or
magnetic bracelets. The rotatable bezel may not work properly due to magnetic
interference.
If the bezel does not work, take it to a Samsung Service Centre without disassembling
the Watch.

Touchscreen
Tapping Tapping and
To open an app, holding
to select a menu Tap and hold the
item, or to press screen for two or
an on-screen more seconds to
button, tap it with access the edit
your finger. mode or to view
available options.

Dragging Double-tapping
Tap and hold an Double-tap
item and drag quickly on an
it to the target image to zoom in
position. or out.

Spreading and Swiping


pinching
Swipe to the left
Spread two or right to view
fingers apart other panels.
or pinch on an
image to zoom in
or out.

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• Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.
• To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
• It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods. Doing so may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting.
• The Watch may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.
• The touchscreen may not be available when water lock mode is activated.

Screen composition
The Watch screen is the starting point of the Home screen, which is composed of several
pages.
You can view tiles or open the notification panel by swiping the screen to the left or right or
by using the bezel.

Watch screen

Notification Tiles Add tiles.


panel

The available panels, tiles, and their arrangement may vary depending on the software
version.

Using tiles
To add a tile, swipe left on the screen, tap Add tiles, and then select a tile.
When tapping and holding a tile, you can access the edit mode to change the tile’s
arrangement or remove the tiles.
• Moving the tile: Tap and hold a tile and drag it to the desired location.
• Removing the tile: Tap and hold a tile you want to delete and tap .

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Turning the screen on and off


Turning the screen on
Use the following methods to turn the screen on.
• Turn the screen on with the keys: Press the Home key or Back key.
• Turn the screen on with the bezel: Rotate the bezel. If the screen does not turn on after
you rotate the bezel, tap (Settings) on the Apps screen, tap Display, and then tap the
Turn bezel to wake switch under Screen wake-up to activate it (Galaxy Watch4 Classic).
• Turn the screen on by tapping the screen: Tap the screen. If the screen does not turn on
after you tap the screen, tap (Settings) on the Apps screen, tap Display, and then tap
the Touch screen to wake switch under Screen wake-up to activate it.
• Turn the screen on by raising your wrist: Raise your wrist where you wear the Watch. If
the screen does not turn on after you raise up your wrist, tap (Settings) on the Apps
screen, tap Display, and then tap the Raise wrist to wake switch under Screen wake-up
to activate it.

Turning the screen off


To turn off the screen, cover it with your palm. Also, the screen will automatically turn off if the
Watch is not used for a specified period.

Switching the screen


Switching between the Watch and Apps screen
On the Watch screen, swipe upwards to open the Apps screen.
To return to the Watch screen, swipe downwards from the top of the Apps screen.
Alternatively, press the Home key.

An app

or

Watch screen Apps screen

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Apps screen
The Apps screen displays icons for all apps installed on the Watch.
The available apps may vary depending on the software version.

Opening apps
On the Apps screen, tap an app icon to launch the app.
To launch an app from the list of recent apps, on the Apps screen, tap (Recent apps).

Closing apps

1 On the Apps screen, tap (Recent apps).


2 Use the bezel or swipe left or right on the screen to move to the app to close.
3 Swipe upwards on the app to close it.
To close all running apps, tap Close all.

Returning to the previous screen


To return to the previous screen, swipe right on the screen or press the Back key.

Lock screen
Use the screen lock feature to protect your data, such as your personal information saved on
your Watch. After activating this feature, the Watch will require you to unlock it whenever you
use it. However, if you unlock it once while wearing the Watch, it will remain unlocked.

Setting the screen lock


On the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Security → Lock type and select the lock method.
• Pattern: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.
• PIN: Enter a PIN with numbers to unlock the screen.

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Watch
Watch screen
You can check the current time or view other information. When you are not on the Watch
screen, press the Home key to return to the Watch screen.

Changing the watch face


Tap and hold the Watch screen and use the bezel or swipe on the screen to the left or right,
and then select a watch face.
To customise the watch face, tap Customise, swipe the screen to the left or right to move to
option you want, and then select the desired colour and other options by using the bezel or
swiping upwards or downwards on the screen. To set the complications, tap each area you
want and then set them.
You can download more watch faces from the Play Store app.

You can also change the watch face and customise it from your smartphone. Launch the
Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Watch faces.

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Customise a watch face with a picture


Apply a picture as your watch face after importing a picture from your smartphone. Refer
to Importing images from your smartphone for more information about importing pictures
from a smartphone.
1 Tap and hold the Watch screen and tap Add watch face.
2 Tap My Photo+.
3 Tap Customise.
4 Tap the screen and tap Add photo.
5 Select a picture to apply as a watch face and tap OK → OK.
To zoom in or out on the picture, double-tap the image quickly, or spread two fingers
apart or pinch the picture. When the picture is zoomed in, swipe the screen to make a part
of the picture appear on the screen.
• To select several pictures at the same time, tap and hold a picture, select pictures by
using the bezel or swiping left or right on the screen, and then tap .
• To add extra pictures after selecting pictures, rotate or swipe the bezel clockwise.
Alternatively, swipe left on the screen and tap Add photo.
• Up to twenty pictures can be added as the watch face. The pictures you add will
appear when you tap the screen.
6 Swipe the screen to change the background and other items and return to the previous
screen.

Activating the Always On Display feature


Set the Watch screen and some apps’ screens to always stay on while wearing your Watch.
However, the battery will drain more quickly than normal while using this feature.
Open the quick panel by dragging downwards from the top edge of the screen and tap
. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Display and tap the Always On
Display switch to activate it.

Activating watch only mode


In watch only mode, only the time will display and all other functions cannot be used.
On the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Battery → Watch only and tap Turn on.
To deactivate watch only mode, press and hold the Home key for more than three seconds.

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Notifications
Notification panel
Check a notification such as a new message or a missed call on the notification panel. On the
Watch screen, rotate or swipe the bezel anticlockwise. Alternatively, swipe right on the screen
to open the notification panel.
When there are unchecked notifications, an orange notification indicator will be visible on
the Watch screen. If the notification indicator does not appear, on the Apps screen, tap
(Settings) → Notifications and tap the Notification indicator switch to activate it.

Notification indicator

Viewing incoming notifications


When you receive a notification, information about the notification, such as its type or the
time you received it, will appear on the screen. If more than two notifications are received, use
the bezel or swipe left or right on the screen to view more notifications.
Tap the notification to view details.

Deleting notifications
Swipe upwards on the screen while viewing a notification.

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Selecting apps for receiving notifications


Select an app from your smartphone or Watch to receive notifications on your Watch.
1 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Watch settings →
Notifications.
2 Tap App notifications and tap the switch next to apps to receive notifications from the
apps list.

Quick panel
This panel allows you to view the Watch’s current status and configure settings.
To open the quick panel, drag downwards from the top edge of the screen. To close the quick
panel, swipe upwards on the screen.
Use the bezel or swipe left or right on the screen to move to the next or previous quick panel.

Indicator icon

Remaining battery
power and its
indicator icon

Quick setting
icons

Checking the indicator icons


Indicator icons appear at the top of the quick panel and let you know the Watch’s current
status. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

Icon Meaning
Bluetooth connected
No signal
Signal strength

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Icon Meaning
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
/ LTE network connected
Wi-Fi connected
Battery power level

The indicator icons may appear differently depending on the region, service provider, or
model.

Checking quick setting icons


Quick setting icons appear on the quick panel. Tap the icon to change the basic settings or
launch the function conveniently.
Refer to Editing a quick panel for more information about adding the new icons on the quick
panel.

Icon Meaning
Activate sleep mode
Access the power options
Launch the Settings app
Activate do not disturb mode
Activate the Always On Display feature
/ / Activate sound, vibrate, or silent mode
Activate the flash feature
Adjust the brightness
Activate power saving mode
Activate theatre mode

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Icon Meaning
Connect the Wi-Fi network
Activate water lock mode
Activate flight mode
Connect the Bluetooth headset
Launch the Find My Phone app
Activate the location information feature
Connect the mobile network (LTE models)
Activate the NFC feature
Activate the touch sensitivity feature
Open the volume menu
Connect to Bluetooth (LTE models)

Editing a quick panel


Tap to access the edit mode to change the quick setting icon’s arrangement, or add or
remove the quick setting icon.
• Moving the quick setting icon: Tap and hold a quick setting icon to move and drag it to
the desired location.
• Adding the quick setting icon: Tap on the quick setting icon to add.
• Removing the quick setting icon: Tap on the quick setting icon to delete.

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Entering text
Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears when you enter text.

Delete a preceding character.

Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap


it twice.
Enter a space.

• The text input screen may be different depending on the app you launch.
• Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.

Changing the input language


Drag the icon upwards, tap → Input languages → Manage languages, and then
select the languages to use. When you select two languages, you can switch between the
input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key. You can add up to two
languages.
You can also set the input languages by tapping (Settings) on the Apps screen and
tapping General → Input → Samsung Keyboard → Input languages → Manage
languages.

Changing the keyboard type


Drag the icon upwards, tap → Input languages, select a language, and then select the
keyboard type you want.
On a 3 x 4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the
corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.

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Additional keyboard functions


Drag the icon upwards to use additional keyboard functions.

Discard entered text.

Change the keyboard settings.


Enter text via voice input.
Enter numbers and symbols.
Enter text via handwriting.
Enter text via the keyboard.
Enter emojis.

Some features may not be available depending on the language, service provider, or
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Installing and managing apps
Play Store
Purchase and download apps.
Tap (Play Store) on the Apps screen. Browse apps by category or tap and search for
apps by keyword.
• Register the Google account on your Watch to use the Play Store app. Launch the
Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone, tap Watch settings → Accounts and
backup → Google account → Add Google account, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to copy the Google account from the smartphone to your Watch.
• To change the auto update settings, tap Settings and tap the Auto-update apps
switch to activate or deactivate it.

Setting app permissions


For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information
on your Watch.
To view or change app permission settings by permission category, on the Apps screen, tap
(Settings) → Privacy → Permission manager. Select an item and select an app.
If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not function
properly.

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Messages
View messages and reply to using the Watch.
You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming.
The Android Messages app may be available depending on the region, and the settings
for the default messages app are synced with the connected smartphone.

Viewing messages
1 Tap (Messages) on the Apps screen.
Or, open the notification panel and view a new message.
2 Scroll through the message list, and then select a contact to view your conversations.
To view a message on your smartphone, tap Show on phone.
To reply a message, tap the message input field and enter a message.

Sending messages
1 Tap (Messages) on the Apps screen.

Create a new message.

Messages list

2 Tap .
3 Tap Recipient or tap to enter a message recipient or phone number. Or, tap and
select a message recipient from the contacts list.
4 Tap the message input field and enter a message or select a text template, and then tap
or .

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Recording and sending a voice message


You can send a voice file after recording what you want to say.
On the message input screen, tap and say what you want to be sent.

Stop recording voice.

Deleting messages
1 Tap (Messages) on the Apps screen.
2 Scroll through the message list, and then select a contact to view your conversations.
3 Tap and hold a message, then tap Delete.
To delete multiple messages, tap and hold a message, select messages you want to delete,
and then tap Delete.
The message will be deleted both from the Watch and the connected smartphone.

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Phone
You can make calls and check incoming calls and receive them.
The sound may not be heard clearly during a call and only brief calls are available in
areas with weak signals.

Answering a call
When a call comes in, rotate or swipe the bezel clockwise. Alternatively, drag outside the
large circle.
You can have phone conversations via the Watch’s internal microphone, speaker, or a
connected Bluetooth headset.

Rejecting a call
You can reject incoming calls and send a rejection message to the caller.
When a call comes in, rotate or swipe the bezel anticlockwise. Alternatively, drag outside
the large circle.
To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag upwards from the bottom edge of
the screen and select the message you want.

Missed calls
If a call is missed, a missed call notification is displayed on the notification panel. On the
notification panel, view missed call notifications. Alternatively, tap (Phone) on the Apps
screen to view missed calls.

Making calls
Tap (Phone) on the Apps screen.

Keypad Contacts

Log list

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Use one of the following methods to make calls.


• Tap , enter a number using the keypad, and then tap .
• Tap , use the bezel or scroll through the contact list, select a contact, and then tap .
• Use the bezel or scroll through the log list, select a log entry, and then tap .

Options during calls


The following actions are available:

Adjust the volume.

Access additional options.


Turn off the microphone so that
the other party cannot hear you.
End the current call.

The screen’s appearance may differ depending on the model.

Making a phone call with a Bluetooth headset


When a Bluetooth headset is connected, you can make phone calls with it. While the
Bluetooth headset is not connected, on the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Connections
→ Bluetooth. When the available Bluetooth devices list appears, select a Bluetooth headset
you want to use.

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Contacts
You can make a call or send a message to a contact. The contacts saved on your connected
smartphone will be also saved to your Watch.
Tap (Contacts) on the Apps screen.
The favourites list contacts on the smartphone will display on the top of the contacts
list.

Use one of the following search methods:


• Tap and enter the search criteria on the top of the contacts list.
• Scroll through the contacts list.
• Use the bezel. When you rotate or swipe the bezel quickly, the list scrolls by the alphabet
of the first letter.
Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:
• : Make a voice call.
• : Compose a message.

Selecting the frequently used contacts on the tile


Add the frequently used contacts from the Contacts tile to contact them directly via text
message or phone call. Tap Add → and select contact.
• To use this feature, you must add the Contacts tile. Refer to Using tiles for more
information.
• Up to four contacts can be added on the tile.

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Samsung Pay
Register cards to Samsung Pay to make payments quickly and securely.
You can view more information, such as cards that support this feature at
www.samsung.com/samsung-pay.
• To make payments with Samsung Pay, the device may be required a connection to a
Wi-Fi or mobile network depending on the region.
• This feature may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
• The procedures for the initial setup and card registration may vary depending on the
region or service provider.

Setting up Samsung Pay


1 On your smartphone, launch the Galaxy Wearable app.
2 Tap Watch settings → Apps → App settings → Samsung Pay and follow the on-screen
instruction to complete your card registration.

Making payments
1 To make a payment on your Watch, press and hold the Back key on the Watch screen or on
the Samsung Pay intro page.
2 Enter your PIN or draw the pattern you set.
3 Scroll through the cards list and select a card.
4 Place your Watch close to the card reader.
When the card reader recognises the card information, the payment will be processed.

• Payments may not be processed depending on your network connection.


• The verification method for payments may vary depending on the card readers.

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Samsung Health
Introduction
Samsung Health records and manages your 24-hour activity and sleep pattern to cultivate a
healthy habit. You can save and manage health-related data on the Samsung Health app of
the connected smartphone.
After exercising for more than 10 minutes (for running, 3 minutes) while wearing the Watch,
the auto detect workouts feature will be activated. Also the Watch will notify you and show
you some stretching motions to follow or it will show you a screen encouraging you to
engage in light activity when the Watch recognises inactivity for more than 50 minutes. When
your Watch recognises that you are driving or sleeping, it may not notify you and not display
a stretching screen although you are physically inactive.
Visit www.samsung.com/samsung-health for more information.
Samsung Health features are intended only for leisure, well-being, and fitness purposes.
They are not intended for medical use. Before using these features, read the instructions
carefully.

Daily activity
Check your current daily status, such as steps, active times, activity calories, and their targets,
and related information.

Checking your daily activity


Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen and tap Daily activity.

Target achievement graph

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• Steps: Check the amount of steps you walk throughout the day. As you approach your
step target, the graph will increase.
• Active time: Check the total time you were physically active throughout the day. As you
approach your active time target by doing light activities, such as stretching, or walking,
the graph will increase.
• Activity cal: Check the total amount of calories you spent doing an activity throughout
the day. As you approach your activity calories target, the graph will increase.
To view additional information which is related to your daily activity, use the bezel or swipe
upwards or downwards on the screen.

Setting the daily activity target


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Daily activity and tap Set targets.
3 Select an activity option.
4 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the target.
5 Tap Done.

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Steps
The Watch counts the number of steps you have taken.

Measuring your step count


Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen and tap Steps.

Current step total


Target
Target achievement graph

To view additional information which is related to the steps, use the bezel or swipe upwards
or downwards on the screen.
• When you start to measure your step, the step tracker monitors your steps and
displays your step count after a brief delay because your Watch accurately recognises
your movement after you walk for a while. Also, for an accurate step count, you may
experience a brief delay before the notification indicates that a certain goal has been
reached.
• If you use the steps tracker while travelling by car or train, vibration may affect your
step count.

Setting the step target


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Steps and tap Set target.
3 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the target.
4 Tap Done.

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Exercise
Record your exercise information and check the results.
• Before using this feature, pregnant women, the elderly, and young children, users
suffering from conditions, such as chronic heart disease or high blood pressure, are
recommended to seek the advice of a licenced medical professional.
• If you feel dizzy, experience pain, or have difficulty breathing during exercise, stop
exercising immediately and seek the advice of a licenced medical professional.
• Open the quick panel by dragging downwards from the top edge of the screen, and
tap to activate the location information feature when you use your Watch for the
first time after purchasing or resetting it.

Be aware of following conditions before exercising in cold weather conditions:


• Avoid using the device in cold weather. If possible, use the device indoors.
• If you use the device outside in cold weather, cover the Watch with your sleeves before
using it.

Starting exercises
1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Exercise → Choose workout.
You can start exercising directly from the Multi-workouts tile after adding workouts to
it.
3 Use the bezel or swipe left or right on the screen to select an exercise type you want and
begin.
When there is no exercise type you want, tap Add, and then select an exercise type you
want.

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• Your heart rate is measured when you start exercising. For accurate measurements,
wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above the wrist. Refer to How to wear
the Watch for accurate measurements for more information.
• Do not move until your heart rate displays on the screen so it can be measured more
accurately.
• Your heart rate may not be visible temporarily due to various conditions such as the
environment, your physical state, or how the Watch is worn.
4 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to view exercise information,
such as your heart rate, distance, or time, on the workout screen.

You can play music by swiping left on the screen.


• When you select Swimming or Swimming (outdoor), water lock mode will be
automatically activated and the touchscreen will be disabled.
• When you select Swimming or Swimming (outdoor), the recorded value may not be
accurate in following cases:
– If you stop swimming before reaching the completion point
– If you change your swimming stroke midstream
– If you stop moving your arms before reaching the completion point
– If you kick with your legs on a kickboard or swim without moving your arms
– If you swim with only one arm
– If you swim under water
– If you do not pause or restart the exercise, but finish the exercise while resting

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5 Swipe right on the screen and tap Finish.


To pause or restart the exercise, swipe right on the screen and tap Pause or Resume.
Alternatively, press and hold the Back key.
• To finish swimming, first press and hold the Home key to deactivate water lock
mode, shake your Watch to completely remove any water from it to ensure that the
atmospheric pressure sensor will work properly, and then tap OK.
• Music will continue to play even if you finish exercising. To stop playing music, stop
music before finishing exercising or launch the Music app or Media Controller app
to stop playing music.
6 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen after finishing the exercise
and view your exercise results.

Doing multiple exercises


You can log various exercises and go straight through an entire routine by starting another
exercise right after finishing the current exercise.
Swipe right on the screen while working out, tap New, and then select the next exercise type
to begin.
To finish swimming, first press and hold the Home key to deactivate water lock
mode, shake your Watch to completely remove any water from it to ensure that the
atmospheric pressure sensor will work properly, and then tap OK.

Starting repetitive exercises


When you perform repetitive exercises such as squats or deadlifts, your Watch will count how
many times you repeat the motion with beeping.
1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Exercise → Choose workout.

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3 Use the bezel or swipe left or right on the screen to select a type of repetitive exercise you
want and begin.
When there is no repetitive exercise type you want, tap Add, and then select an exercise
type you want.

4 Tap OK and get into the proper position to start by following the pose on the screen.

5 Counting will begin with beeping.


Take a rest after completing a set. Or, tap Skip if you want to skip to the next set. The
exercise will begin after you get into the proper position to start it by following the pose
on the screen.
6 Swipe right on the screen and tap Finish.
To pause or restart the exercise, swipe right on the screen and tap Pause or Resume.
Alternatively, press and hold the Back key.
7 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen after finishing the exercise
and view your exercise results.

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Setting the exercise


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Exercise → Choose workout.
3 Tap under each exercise type and set the various exercise options.
• Pool length: Set the pool length.
• Target: Activate the exercise target feature and set it.
• Workout screen: Set the screens that appear while you are working out.
• Coaching messages: Set to receive coaching messages for proper pacing while
working out.
• Guide frequency: Set to receive guidance whenever you reach the distance or time
you set.
• Auto lap: Set to record the lap time manually by tapping the screen twice quickly or
automatically at the distance or time you set while working out.
• Auto pause: Set the Watch’s exercise feature to pause automatically when you stop
working out.
• Audio guide: Turn the audio guide on or off.
You can also change certain settings while exercising. While working out, swipe right on
the screen and tap Settings.

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Auto detect workouts feature


Once you have engaged in an activity for more than 10 minutes (for running, 3 minutes) while
wearing the Watch, it automatically recognises that you are exercising and records exercise
information such as the exercise type, duration and calories burned.
When you stop doing some exercises for more than one minute, the Watch automatically
recognises that you have stopped exercising and recording will end.
• You can check the list of exercises which are supported by the auto detect workouts
feature. On the Apps screen, tap (Samsung Health) and tap Settings → Auto
detect workouts.
• The auto detect workouts feature measures the time you spent exercising and
calories burnt using the acceleration sensor. The measurements may not be accurate
depending on your manner of walking, exercise routines, and lifestyle.
• If you are walking or running, the Watch may provide the feature that allows you
to switch to manual exercise after they are automatically recognised. If you want to
record in detail, including the course you are working out, switch to manual exercise.
In this case, you must finish the Watch’s exercise feature manually when finishing the
exercise.

Sleep
Analyse your sleep and record it by measuring your heart rate and your movement while you
are sleeping.
• The sleep pattern will have its four states (Awake, REM, Light, Deep) analysed by
using your movement and changes in your heart rate while you are sleeping. A graph
will be provided with recommended ranges for each measured sleep state.
• If your heart rate is irregular or your Watch cannot recognise your heart rate properly,
the sleep pattern will be analysed into three states (Restless, Light, Motionless).
• The snoring detection feature can be activated on the Samsung Health app (version
6.18 or higher) of the connected smartphone. Also, you must place the connected
smartphone’s microphone so it faces you.
• You can check the detailed sleep analysis only when your Watch is connected to your
smartphone.
• Before measuring, charge the Watch’s battery so it is more than 30%.
• For accurate measurements, wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above
the wrist. Refer to How to wear the Watch for accurate measurements for more
information.

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Measuring your sleep


1 Sleep while wearing the Watch.
The Watch will start to measure your sleep.
2 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen after you wake up.
3 Tap Sleep.
4 View all information related to your measured sleep.

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Heart rate
Measure and record your heart rate.
The Watch’s heart rate tracker is intended for fitness and informational purposes only
and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the
cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.
For accurate measurements, wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above the
wrist. Refer to How to wear the Watch for accurate measurements for more information.

Be aware of following conditions before measuring your heart rate:


• Rest for 5 minutes before taking measurements.
• If the measurement is very different from the expected heart rate, rest for 30 minutes and
then measure it again.
• During winter or in cold weather, keep yourself warm when measuring your heart rate.
• Smoking or consuming alcohol before taking measurements may cause your heart rate
to be different from your normal heart rate.
• Do not talk, yawn, or breathe deeply while taking heart rate measurements. Doing so
may cause your heart rate to be recorded inaccurately.
• Heart rate measurements may vary depending on the measurement method and the
environment they are taken in.
• If the sensor is not working, check the Watch’s position on your wrist and make sure
nothing is obstructing the sensor. If the sensor continues to have the same problem, visit
a Samsung Service Centre.

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Measuring your heart rate manually


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Heart rate.
3 Tap Measure to begin measuring your heart rate.
Check the measured heart rate on the screen.

To view additional information which is related to the heart rate, use the bezel or swipe
upwards or downwards on the screen.

Changing the heart rate measurement settings


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Settings.
3 Tap Heart rate and select the measurement settings under Measurement.
• Measure continuously: Your heart rate will be measured continuously.
• Every 10 mins while still: Your heart rate will be measured every 10 minutes while
resting.
• Manual only: Your heart rate will be measured manually only when tapping Measure.

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Stress
Check your stress level by using changes in your heart rate and reduce your stress by
following the breathing exercise that the Watch provides.
• The more frequently you measure your stress level, the more accurate your results
will be due to the accumulated data.
• Your measured stress level is not necessarily related to your emotional state.
• Your stress level may not be measured, while you are sleeping, working out, moving
a lot, or immediately after you finish a workout.
• For accurate measurements, wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above
the wrist. Refer to How to wear the Watch for accurate measurements for more
information.
• This feature may not be available depending on the region.

Measuring your stress level manually


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Stress.
3 Tap Measure to begin measuring your stress level.
Check the measured stress level on the screen.

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Alleviating stress with the breathing exercise


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Stress and move to the breathe screen by using the bezel or swiping upwards on the
screen.
3 Tap or to change the number to breathe. To change the breathe duration, tap
Breathe duration.
4 Tap Start and start breathing.
To stop the breathe process, tap on the screen and tap .

Blood oxygen
Measure your blood’s oxygen level to check whether your blood is properly delivering oxygen
to the different parts of your body.
This feature is only for your general wellness and fitness. Therefore, do not use it for
medical purposes, such as diagnosing the symptoms, treatment, or prevention of
disease.

Be aware of following conditions before measuring your blood oxygen level:


• Rest for 5 minutes before taking measurements.
• During winter or in cold weather, keep yourself warm when measuring your blood
oxygen level.
• Blood oxygen level measurements may vary depending on the measurement method
and the environment they are taken in.

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Measuring your blood oxygen level manually


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Blood oxygen.
3 Tap Measure, follow the on-screen instruction to assume a correct posture, and then tap
OK to begin measuring your blood oxygen level.
Correct measurement posture
• For accurate measurements, wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above the
wrist while leaving two fingers’ worth of space as shown in the figure below. Also,
place your elbow on the table while positioning it close to your heart.
• Do not move and stay in the correct posture until finishing measurement.

Check the measured blood oxygen level on the screen. If your resting blood oxygen level
is between 95% and 100%, it is assumed to be within the normal range.

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Measuring your blood oxygen level while sleeping


Set to measure your blood oxygen level continuously while sleeping.
1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Settings.
3 Tap the switch under Blood oxygen during sleep to activate it.
Your sleeping blood oxygen level will measured along with your other sleep records when
you sleep while wearing the Watch.
• If you set it to measure your blood oxygen level continuously while sleeping, the
battery will drain more quickly than normal.
• You can see the light due to the flickering optical heart rate sensor while measuring
your blood oxygen level.
• The Watch may measure your blood oxygen level even if you are not sleeping
because your Watch can recognise your sleep status even while reading books or
watching TV or movies.
• Wear the Watch firmly, ensuring that you are not making space between your wrist
and the Watch due to turning over in your sleep.

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Body composition
Measure your body composition, such as your skeletal muscle mass or fat mass.
• This feature is only for your general wellness and fitness. Therefore, do not use it for
medical purposes, such as diagnosing the symptoms, treatment, or prevention of
disease.
• Do not measure your body composition if you have an implanted cardiac pacemaker,
defibrillator, or if any other electronic device is inside of your body.
• A low electric current goes through your body when measuring your body
composition. Although it is harmless to humans, do not measure your body
composition if you are pregnant.
• For accurate measurements, wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above
the wrist. Refer to How to wear the Watch for accurate measurements for more
information.
• If the measured body composition results are inaccurate, check your user profile in
the Samsung Health app on the smartphone and modify it.
• Unlike professional body composition measuring instruments, the Watch, which
has to be worn your wrist, measures the upper body’s composition and estimates
your entire body’s composition to provide the results. Therefore the measured body
composition results may be inaccurate in the following cases: when your upper and
lower body’s composition is too unbalanced, when you are extremely obese, or when
you have a very large amount of muscles.
• The Watch uses the Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) method when measuring
body composition, which has more than 98% correlation compared to the
Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) method, which is regarded as the golden
standard.

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Be aware of following conditions before measuring your body composition:


• If you are an individual under the age of 20, the results may not be accurate when you
measure your body composition.
• You can get more accurate body composition results if you follow the following
measurement conditions:
– Measuring at the same time of the day (recommended to measure in the morning)
– Measuring on an empty stomach
– Measuring after going to the bathroom
– Measuring when you are not having your menstrual period
– Measuring before doing activities that cause your body temperature to rise, such as
exercising, taking showers, or going to the sauna.
– Measuring after removing metal objects from your body, such as necklace
– Using the band included with the product instead of a metallic band

Measuring your body composition


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Body composition.
3 Tap Measure.
4 Enter your weight and tap Confirm.
For accurate body composition measurements, you must enter your actual height,
weight, and gender on your Samsung Health profile, and also enter your actual age on
your Samsung account. Also, you can view how to measure it in detail on the screen by
tapping How to measure.

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5 Place your two fingers on the Home and Back keys by following the on-screen instructions
to begin measuring your body composition.

Correct posture for measuring your body composition when


wearing the Watch on your left wrist

Correct measurement posture


• Put both of your arms to chest level while not making contact with your body.
• Do not allow the two fingers that are placed on the Home and Back keys to come
into contact with each other. Also do not touch the other part’s of your Watch with
your fingers except the keys.
• Stay stable and do not move for accurate measurement results.
• The signal may experience interruptions when your finger is dry. In this case, measure
your body composition after applying toner or lotion to make your finger’s skin
moist.
• Measurement results may not be accurate due to the dryness of your skin or hair.
• Wipe the back of the Watch clean before measuring for accurate measurement
results.
Check measured body composition results on the screen.

To view the additional information which is related to the body composition, use the bezel or
swipe upwards or downwards on the screen.

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Food
Record the calories you eat in a day and compare with your target calories to get help to
manage your weight.

Recording the calories


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Food.
3 Tap Add, tap the meal type on the top of the screen, and then select an option.
4 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the caloric intake, and
then tap Done.

To view additional information which is related to the caloric intake, use the bezel or swipe
upwards or downwards on the screen.

Deleting logs
1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Food and tap Delete today’s log.
3 Select data to delete and tap Delete.

Setting your caloric intake target


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Food and tap Set target.
3 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the target.
4 Tap Done.

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Water
Record and track how many glasses of water you drink.

Recording water consumption


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Water.
3 Tap when you drink a glass of water.
If you accidentally added an incorrect value, you can fix it by tapping .

Setting your target consumption


1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Water and tap Set target.
3 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the daily target.
4 Tap Done.

Together
Compare your step count records with your friends who also use the Samsung Health. When
you start step challenges with your friends, you can view the challenge status on your Watch.
1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Together.
Tap Show on phone to view detailed information such as your or your friends’ challenges
status or your or your friends’ step count ranking for the seven-day challenge on your
smartphone.
Activate the together feature in the Samsung Health app on your smartphone to check
information on your Watch.

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Cycle tracking
Enter your menstrual period to begin tracking your cycle. When you are managing and
tracking your menstrual cycle, you can predict date like your next period.
1 Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Cycle tracking.
3 Tap Enter period.
4 Tap the input field, use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set
your period’s start date.
5 Tap Save.
Activate the cycle tracking feature in the Samsung Health app on your smartphone to
use this feature on your Watch.

Settings
You can set the various setting options related to exercise and fitness.
Tap (Samsung Health) on the Apps screen and tap Settings.
• Measurement: Set how to measure your heart rate and stress, and turn the additional
features that can be measured during sleep on or off.
• Auto detect workouts: Set the auto detect workouts feature and select the exercise
types to be detected.
• Inactive time: Set the time and days for receiving alerts after 50 minutes of inactivity.
• Share data with devices and services: Set to share information with other connected
health platform apps, exercise machines, and TVs.

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Samsung Health Monitor


Introduction
You can measure your blood pressure or ECG whenever you want to check them with
the Samsung Health Monitor app of your Watch that includes both the optical heart rate
sensor and electrical biosensor. The measurement history is synced automatically with your
smartphone connected to the Watch. You can also view your measurement history on the
Samsung Health Monitor app of your smartphone.
Manage your health more systemically with your physician based on your measurement
results.
• If you have not installed the Samsung Health Monitor app on your connected
smartphone, launch the Samsung Health Monitor app on your Watch and follow
the on-screen instructions to download it from the Galaxy Store on the smartphone.
• The Samsung Health Monitor app is only supported on the Samsung smartphones.
• Individuals under the age of 22 cannot use the Samsung Health Monitor app to
measure your blood pressure or take your ECG.
• This feature may not be available depending on the region.

Precautions for measuring blood pressure and ECG


Common precautions
• The Samsung Health Monitor app cannot be used for diagnosing hypertension,
cardiac disorders, and other heart conditions. Do not use this app for purpose of
replacing a physician’s medical judgment or treatment under any circumstances. In
case of an emergency, contact a nearby hospital immediately.
• Do not change your medication, dosage, or usage without your physician’s advice.
• The readings and results from the Samsung Health Monitor app are only for
reference. Do not use them for making medical decisions without your physician’s
opinion under any circumstances.
• For accurate measurements, wear the Watch firmly around your lower arm above
the wrist. Refer to How to wear the Watch for accurate measurements for more
information.

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• Before measuring your blood pressure or ECG, prepare a comfortable chair and a
table to rest your arm and smartphone on.
• Seat yourself in the comfortable chair you prepared with your back supported. Do
not sit with your legs crossed, and keep both of your feet on the ground.
• Be sure to place your arm comfortably on a table when you are measuring your
blood pressure or taking an ECG.
• Rest for at least five minutes in a comfortable position before measuring your blood
pressure or taking your ECG.
• Measure your blood pressure or ECG in a quiet place indoors.
• Do not measure your blood pressure or ECG while engaging in physical activity.
• Stay still and do not speak once you start measuring your blood pressure or taking
your ECG, and do not move or speak until the measurement is complete.
• Do not measure your blood pressure or take your ECG when you are in close vicinity
of machines that produce strong electronic fields, such as MRIs (Magnetic Resonance
Imaging), X-ray machines, electromagnetic anti-theft systems, or metal detectors.
• Always connect your Watch to your smartphone at home or in a safe place via
Bluetooth for security reasons. It is not recommended to connect to a smartphone in
a public place.
• Do not measure your blood pressure or take your ECG during medical treatments,
such as operations or defibrillation.
• Measure your blood pressure or ECG in an environment where the temperature is
between 12 °C to 40 °C, and the relative humidity is between 30% to 90%.

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Precautions for measuring the blood pressure


• Avoid consuming alcohol, food that includes caffeine, smoking, exercising, and
taking a bath 30 minutes before measuring your blood pressure.
• Make sure your wrist is dry when measuring your blood pressure and do not measure
it when you have applied lotion or are sweating excessively.
• Do not take a deep breathe or breathe slowly on purpose, but breath as usual while
measuring your blood pressure.
• If you are pregnant, your results may not be accurate when you measure your blood
pressure.
• Do not measure your blood pressure with the Samsung Health Monitor app if you
have any of the following conditions:
– Arrhythmia
– Underlying heart disease or have suffered a heart attack
– Circulatory or peripheral vascular disease
– Valvular heart disease (Aortic valve disease)
– Myocardiopathy
– Other cardiovascular disease
– End-stage renal disease (ESRD)
– Diabetes
– Neurotic disorders (e.g. shivering)
– Hemostatic disorders or if you are taking a blood thinner
• Do not use a wrist that has been tattooed when measuring your blood pressure.
• The Samsung Health Monitor app calibrates and measures blood pressure based on
the readings from the arm that is wearing the blood pressure manometer. You must
consult your physician if there is a large difference between the blood pressure in
both of your arms (more than 10 mmHg).
• Do not use a Watch which has been calibrated for other people for measuring your
blood pressure.
• The measurable reading range of the Samsung Health Monitor app for blood
pressure is as follows: If it has been calibrated, the systolic blood pressure range is
80 mmHg to 170 mmHg, and the diastolic blood pressure is 50 mmHg to 110 mmHg.
In case of measurement, the systolic blood pressure range is 70 mmHg to 180 mmHg,
and the diastolic blood pressure is 40 mmHg to 120 mmHg.
• The signal may be affected by the individual’s skin brightness, the amount of blood
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Precautions for measuring the ECG


• Make sure your wrist is not too dry when measuring your ECG. You can get a more
accurate ECG signals when your skin that comes in contact with the sensor is moist
with a moderate amount of sweat, toner, or lotion.
• Do not measure your ECG if you have an implanted cardiac pacemaker, defibrillator,
or if any other electronic device is inside of your body.
• If you are pregnant, the results may not be accurate when you take your ECG.
• Do not take your ECG with the Samsung Health Monitor app if you have arrhythmia,
unless it is because of atrial fibrillation.
• The Samsung Health Monitor app cannot detect heart attacks. If you have any
suspicious symptoms, contact emergency services immediately.

Starting to measure the blood pressure


Presetting before measuring the blood pressure
Enter your profile on the Samsung Health Monitor app and calibrate your Watch before
measuring your blood pressure. If you do not enter a profile, you cannot measure your blood
pressure, and if you do not calibrate the Watch or have someone else calibrate it, the readings
will be invalid.
Be sure to calibrate the Watch with cuff-typed blood pressure manometer when
measuring your blood pressure for the first time after purchasing the Watch. Afterwards,
recalibrate it every 28 days. The cuff-typed blood pressure manometer is sold
separately.

1 Tap (Samsung Health Monitor) on the Apps screen.


2 Tap Blood pressure → Open phone app.
The Samsung Health Monitor app will be launched on your smartphone.
3 Tap Accept.
4 Enter your profile information, such as your name, gender, and birthday, and tap
Continue.
5 Tap Calibrate the watch.
6 Wear the cuff of the blood pressure manometer on the upper part of the arm not wearing
the Watch. Refer to the blood pressure manometer’s user manual for more information
about correctly wearing the cuff.
7 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the calibration.

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Measuring your blood pressure


You can measure your blood pressure by using your Watch’s optical heart rate sensor without
using any other medical devices, such as the cuff-typed blood pressure manometer, after
calibration.
You have to wear your Watch on your dominant arm for calibration.

1 Tap (Samsung Health Monitor) on the Apps screen.


2 Tap Blood pressure → Measure.
The measured systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse will appear on the screen.

Checking the readings


Check the readings on the Watch’s screen after measuring your blood pressure. You can view
the previous readings and information on the connected smartphone’s Samsung Health
Monitor app. Share, delete, and manage your results on the smartphone’s Samsung Health
Monitor app.
If your readings are abnormally high or low and feel some unusual physical symptoms,
contact a nearby hospital immediately for proper medical attention. Measure at least
2 more times again if you are judged not to be in an emergency situation.

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Starting to measuring the ECG


Presetting before measuring the ECG
Enter your profile on the Samsung Health Monitor app before measuring your ECG. If you do
not enter a profile, you cannot measure your ECG.
1 Tap (Samsung Health Monitor) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap ECG → Open phone app.
The Samsung Health Monitor app will be launched on your smartphone.
3 Tap Accept.
4 Enter your profile information, such as your name, gender, and birthday, and tap
Continue.
5 Tap Get started and follow the on-screen instructions to begin measuring your ECG.

Measuring the ECG


Manage your health by checking your heart status conveniently in advance through the ECG
measurement results.
1 Tap (Samsung Health Monitor) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap ECG and place a finger lightly on the electrical biosensor. Do not leave any space
between your wrist and your Watch.

Electrical biosensor

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The measurement will start and the ECG wave will appear on the screen.

3 Tap Add to enter additional physical symptoms that you have currently when
measurement is complete.
4 Tap Done.

Checking the results


Check the results and ECG wave on the Watch’s screen after taking your ECG. The ECG wave
shows heart rate rhythm and electric activities of your heart, and it is divided into several
parts. Share the ECG graph and results with your physician to get an accurate diagnosis
through a more thorough checkup when you find an abnormal results from your ECG wave
and readings.
You can view the previous results and information on the connected smartphone’s Samsung
Health Monitor app. Share, delete, and manage your results on the smartphone’s Samsung
Health Monitor app.
• Sinus rhythm: A normal heartbeat rhythm that is between 50 - 100 BPM.
• Atrial fibrillation: A type of arrhythmia where the heart beats irregularly. Consult your
physician.
• Inconclusive: The result is not a type of Sinus rhythm nor Atrial fibrillation and falls into
one of the following conditions:
– When the heart rate is less than 50 or more than 100 BPM while recording the ECG
wave and there is also no Atrial fibrillation
– When the ECG wave is not sorted as Sinus rhythm nor Atrial fibrillation
– When the heart rate is more than 120 BPM and the ECG wave indicates Atrial
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• Poor recording: It appears when the signals used for analysing the ECG measurement
result is not measured properly. If this case, take the measurement again.
Contact to your physician or a nearby hospital if Inconclusive or Poor recording
appears continuously and you feel some unusual physical symptoms.
• If Poor recording appears continuously, wipe out the electrical biosensor and
measure your ECG again. The signal may be experiencing interruptions due to the
dryness of the skin on the sensor or hair on your wrist. In this case, measure your ECG
after applying toner or lotion to make your skin moist or after removing some hair
first.
• If the ECG wave appears upside down, it may not be analysing properly. Wear your
Watch in the correct direction and measure your ECG again after checking the
settings on the wrist you wear it on.

GPS
The Watch has a GPS antenna so that you can check your real-time location information
without connecting to a smartphone.
On the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Location and tap the switch to activate it.
• When your Watch and smartphone are connected, this feature uses your
smartphone’s GPS. Activate the smartphone’s location feature to use the GPS sensor.
• The GPS antenna in your Watch will be used when using the Samsung Health
feature and the health platform apps, even though your Watch is connected to your
smartphone.
• GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed, such as
between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.

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Music
Listen to music saved in your Watch.
Tap (Music) on the Apps screen.
When listening to music, drag upwards from the bottom edge of the screen and tap Library
to open the Library screen. On the Library screen, you can view the playlist and arrange music
by tracks, albums, and artists.

Pause and resume playback.

Restart the currently playing file Skip to the next file. Tap and
or skip to the previous file. Tap hold to move forwards quickly.
and hold to move backwards
quickly.
Add to favourites.
Adjust the volume.

To save music in your Watch, launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone, tap
Watch settings → Manage content → Add tracks, select music you want to send to
the Watch from the connected smartphone, and then tap Add to watch.

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Media Controller
Introduction
Control the media app installed on your Watch or the connected smartphone to play or pause
music and video.
To launch this app automatically from your Watch when you play music or videos on
the connected smartphone, on the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → Display and tap
the Show media controls switch to activate it.

Controlling the music player


1 Tap (Media Controller) on the Apps screen.
2 Select Phone or Watch.
When selecting Phone, the music will be played on the connected smartphone’s music
app and you can control the music player with your Watch.
When selecting Watch, the music will be played on your Watch’s music app, and you can
listen to music with your Watch’s speaker or a connected Bluetooth headset.

Restart the currently playing file Skip to the next file. Tap and
or skip to the previous file. Tap hold to move forwards quickly.
and hold to move backwards
quickly.
Pause and resume playback.

Adjust the volume.

Controlling the video player


1 Play video on the connected smartphone.
2 Tap (Media Controller) on the Apps screen.
3 Tap Phone.
You can control the video player with your Watch.

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Reminder
Register to-do items as reminders and receive notifications according to the condition you
set.
• To receive reminder notifications in a specific place, you have to connect your Watch
to your smartphone via Bluetooth. However, the feature for setting you to receive
reminder notifications in a specific place is only available on your smartphone.
• All reminders on your Watch will be synced with the connected smartphone
automatically so that you can receive alarms and check them from the smartphone.

1 Tap (Reminder) on the Apps screen and tap Write.


If you have a saved reminder, tap on the top of the reminders list.
2 Enter the reminder.
3 Tap Set time to set a notification.
4 Tap the input field, use the bezel, or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the
time, and tap Next.
5 Set other notification options, such as selecting the date on which the notification will
repeat, and tap Done.
6 Tap Save.
The saved reminder is added to the reminders list and the reminder will display at the time
you set with an alarm.

Completing or deleting the reminder


When you have finished your task, you can set the reminder as completed or delete it.
To complete the reminder, select the reminder from the reminder list and tap Complete.
To delete the reminder, tap and hold the reminder on the reminder list, and then tap Delete.
To delete multiple reminders, tick the reminders you want to delete and tap Delete.

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Calendar
You can check the 7-day schedules of events that you saved in your smartphone on your
Watch.
Tap (Calendar) on the Apps screen to check the schedules of events that you saved in
your smartphone.
To add your schedule, tap Show on phone and add it on the connected smartphone.

Bixby
Bixby is a user interface that helps you use your Watch more conveniently.
You can talk to Bixby. Bixby will launch a function you request or show the information you
want.
Visit www.samsung.com/bixby for more information.
• Make sure the Watch’s microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it.
• Bixby is only available in some languages, and certain features may not be available
depending on your region.

Starting Bixby
Press and hold the Home key to launch Bixby. The Bixby intro page will appear. Complete the
setup by following the on-screen instructions.

Using Bixby
While pressing and holding the Home key, say what you want to Bixby, and then release your
finger from the key. Alternatively, say “Hi, Bixby” after turning on the screen and say what you
want.
For example, while pressing and holding the Home key, say “How’s the weather today?” The
weather information will appear on the screen with voice feedback.
If you want to know the weather tomorrow, while pressing and holding the Home key, just
say “Tomorrow?”
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If you cannot launch Bixby with the Home key, on the Apps screen, tap (Settings) →
Advanced features → Customise keys, tap Press and hold under Home key, and then select
Bixby.
Tips for better voice recognition
• Speak clearly.
• Speak in quiet places.
• Do not use offensive or slang words.
• Avoid speaking in dialectal accents.
The Watch may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands
depending on your surroundings or how you speak.

Waking up Bixby using your voice


You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby”.
1 Tap (Bixby) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap → Settings → Voice wake-up.
3 Tap the Voice wake-up switch to activate it.

Weather
View weather information on the Watch for locations set on the connected smartphone.
Tap (Weather) on the Apps screen.
To view the weather information, such as the time-specific weather or weekly information,
use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen.
To add another city’s weather information, tap your current location at the top of the screen,
tap Manage on phone, and then add the city from the connected smartphone.

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Alarm
Set and manage the Watch’s alarms and the smartphone’s alarms individually.
When your Watch is connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth, you can check all
alarm lists on your smartphone from the Watch.

Setting alarms
1 Tap (Alarm) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Add on watch to set alarms that only go off on your Watch.
You can also add an alarm from the connected smartphone by tapping Add on phone.
3 Tap the input field, use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the
alarm time, and tap Next.
4 Set other alarm options, such as the date when to go off and whether to repeat the alarm,
and tap Save.
The saved alarm is added to the alarms list.

To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the switch next to the alarm in the alarms list.

Stopping alarms
Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Alternatively, rotate or swipe the bezel
clockwise.
If you want to use the snooze function, drag outside the large circle. Alternatively, rotate
or swipe the bezel anticlockwise.

Deleting alarms
In the alarms list, tap and hold an alarm, and then tap Delete.

World Clock
Tap (World Clock) on the Apps screen to view the world clocks added from the
smartphone.
To add a world clock, tap Add on phone. Or, if you have added world clocks, tap Manage on
phone, and then add or remove a world clock on the connected smartphone.

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Timer
Setting a timer
1 Tap (Timer) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap .
3 Tap the input field, use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the
duration, and tap .
If you select a preset, the timer will start right away. You can also view more presets by
using the bezel or swiping upwards or downwards on the screen.

Dismissing a timer
Drag outside the large circle when your timer goes off. Alternatively, rotate or swipe the
bezel clockwise.
To restart the timer, drag outside the large circle. Alternatively, rotate or swipe the bezel
anticlockwise.

Stopwatch
1 Tap (Stopwatch) on the Apps screen.
2 Select the stopwatch style you want by using the bezel or swiping left or right on the
screen.
To change the stopwatch style, tap and hold the screen.
3 Tap Start to time an event.
To record lap times while timing an event, tap Lap or .
4 Tap Stop or to stop timing.
• To restart the timing, tap Resume or .
• To clear lap times, tap Reset or .

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Gallery
Importing and exporting images
Importing images from your smartphone
1 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone.
2 Tap Watch settings → Manage content.
3 Tap Add images.
4 Select a category, select files, and then tap Done.
To sync images on your smartphone with your Watch, tap the Auto sync switch under Gallery
to activate it. Then, tap Albums to sync, select albums to import to your Watch, and then tap
Done. The selected albums will be automatically synced with your Watch when it has more
than 15 % of remaining battery power.

Exporting images to your smartphone


1 Tap (Gallery) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap and hold the image to export it.
3 Use the bezel or swipe left or right on the screen and select any images to export more.
To select all images, tap All.
4 Tap .
You can view the exported images in apps like Gallery on your smartphone.

Viewing images
View and manage the images saved on your Watch.
1 Tap (Gallery) on the Apps screen.
2 Use the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to scroll through the image
list and select an image.

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Zooming in or out
While viewing an image, double-tap the image quickly, spread your two fingers apart, or
pinch on an image to zoom in or out.
When an image is magnified, you can view the rest of the image by scrolling around the
screen.

Deleting images
1 Tap (Gallery) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap and hold the image to delete it.
3 Use the bezel or swipe left or right on the screen and select any images to delete more.
To select all images, tap All.
4 Tap .

Find My Phone
If you misplace the smartphone, the Watch can help you find it.
1 Tap (Find My Phone) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap Start.
The smartphone will make a sound and vibrate, and its screen will turn on.
To stop making sound and vibrating, tap and drag it on the smartphone, or tap Stop
on the Watch.

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Find My Watch
If you misplace your Watch, the Galaxy Wearable app on your connected smartphone or the
SmartThings Find feature of the SmartThings app installed on your connected smartphone
can help you find it.
The screen may be switched automatically to find your Watch with the SmartThings
Find feature if the connected smartphone supports the SmartThings Find feature.

Finding with the Galaxy Wearable app


1 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Find My Watch.
2 Tap Start.
The Watch will make a sound and vibrate, and its screen will turn on.
To stop making sound and vibrating, drag outside the large circle on the Watch.
Alternatively, rotate or swipe the bezel. You can also stop it by tapping Stop on the
smartphone.

Controlling the Watch remotely


When your Watch is lost or stolen, launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone, tap
Find My Watch → Set security, and then control your Watch remotely.

Finding with the SmartThings Find feature of the SmartThings app


Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Find My Watch.
The SmartThings Find screen of the SmartThings app will appear on the smartphone and you
can check your misplaced Watch’s location on the map. Also, you can find it by following the
beeping sound emitted from your Watch.

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Sending an SOS
Introduction
In an emergency, you can send an SOS message that includes your location information
to previously registered contacts, or you can set it up your Watch to send an SOS message
automatically when you are hurt from a fall and your Watch recognises it. Also, you can set
the Watch to automatically make an emergency call to a previously registered contact.
• If the GPS feature is not activated on your Watch when sending an SOS, the GPS
feature will be activated automatically to send the location information.
• Your location information may not be sent depending on your region or situation.

Registering the emergency contacts


Register the emergency contact to send an SOS message and make an emergency call to in
an emergency.
1 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Watch settings → Safety
and emergency.
2 Tap Send messages to.
3 Tap Create contact and enter new contact information or tap Select from Contacts to
add an existing contact as an emergency contact.
You can select a contact to make an emergency call to from the contacts you registered for
SOS messages. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone, tap Watch settings →
Safety and emergency → Make SOS call to, and then select a contact.

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Requesting an SOS
Setting the SOS request
1 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Watch settings → Safety
and emergency.
2 Tap SOS with Home key and tap the switch to activate it.
To set a delay time for sending an SOS message that will give you time to cancel the
message after quickly pressing the Watch’s Home key several times, tap the Count down
before sending switch to activate it.

Sending an SOS request


In an emergency, quickly press the Watch’s Home key several times.
The SOS message will be sent and the emergency call will be made to the previously
registered contacts.
The icon will appear on the Watch screen while sending an SOS message and you can
check the SOS request result on the notification panel after the SOS message has been sent.

Requesting an SOS when you are hurt from a fall


Setting the SOS request when you are hurt from a fall
1 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Watch settings → Safety
and emergency.
2 Tap Hard fall detection and tap the switch to activate it.
Select the condition in which your Watch will detect the hurt from a fall under When to
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Sending an SOS request when you are hurt from a fall


When you fall a certain distance, the Watch will detect your status through your arm’s
movement and it will display the notification while vibrating and emitting sound.
If you do not respond within 60 seconds, a siren will sound for 30 seconds, and then an SOS
message will be sent out automatically. Then emergency call will be made to a previously
registered contact.
After the Watch detects your fall, cancel the alert not to send the SOS message whenever you
want or send an SOS message manually.
The Watch may believe that you have been hurt in a fall if you are doing a high impact
exercise. If it is so, cancel the alert not to send the SOS message.

Stopping SOS messages


When the icon appears on the Watch screen, check your location information sharing
status on the notification panel. To stop sharing your location information, tap the screen and
tap Stop sharing → .
If you do not stop sending SOS messages, which include your location information,
additional messages will be continuously sent to the previously registered contacts
every 15 minutes for 24 hours after the first SOS message is sent. However, the message
will be sent only when your current location is away off more than 50 m from the
location where the last message is sent.

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Voice Recorder
Record or play voice recordings.

Making voice recordings


1 Tap (Voice Recorder) on the Apps screen.
2 Tap to start recording. Speak into the Watch’s microphone.
To pause recording, tap .

Change the recording mode. Check your saved recordings.

Start recording.

3 Tap to finish recording.


The recording will be saved automatically.
4 To listen to the recorded sound, select a recording file and tap Play.

Changing the recording mode


Tap (Voice Recorder) on the Apps screen.
Select a mode you want.
• : This is the normal recording mode.
• : The Watch records your voice for up to 10 minutes, converts it to text, and then
saves it. For best results, keep the Watch near your mouth and speak loudly and clearly in
a quiet place.
If the speech-to-text language does not match the language you are speaking, the
Watch will not recognise your voice. Before using this feature, tap Speech-to-text
to set the speech-to-text language.

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Calculator
You can perform simple calculations.
Tap (Calculator) on the Apps screen.
You can use this app when leaving a tip or using the unit conversion tool by dragging
upwards from the bottom edge of the screen.

Compass
You can use your Watch as a compass.
Tap (Compass) on the Apps screen.
You can check additional information, such as the incline, altitude, and atmospheric pressure,
by dragging upwards from the bottom edge of the screen.
• The presence of magnetic substances, such as the wireless charger, may affect to
your Watch’s internal compass sensor and lower its accuracy. Drag upwards from the
bottom edge of the screen and tap Calibrate to calibrate the compass by swinging
the wrist you are wearing the Watch on.
• Rotating the bezel may affect to the compass’s accuracy. You can improve the
compass’s accuracy by swinging your wrist that is wearing the Watch in a variety
directions.

Buds Controller
You can check the battery status of the Galaxy Buds connected to the Watch and change their
settings.
Tap (Buds Controller) on the Apps screen.

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Camera Controller
You can remotely control the cameras of the smartphone connected to the Watch and take
pictures or record videos from a distance.
1 Tap (Camera Controller) on the Apps screen.
The Camera app will be launched on the connected smartphone.
2 Check the preview screen, and tap to take a picture or tap to record a video.

Select the length of the delay


before the camera automatically
takes a picture.

Take a picture.

This app may not be available depending on the connected smartphone.

Samsung Global Goals


The Global Goals, which were established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015,
consist of goals that aim to create a sustainable society. These goals have the power to end
poverty, fight inequality, and stop climate change.
With Samsung Global Goals, learn more about the global goals and join the movement for a
better future.

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Settings
Introduction
Customise settings for functions and apps. Set your Watch depending on your usage pattern
by configuring the various settings.
Tap (Settings) on the Apps screen.
Some features in Settings may not be available depending on the region, service
provider, or model.

Connections
Bluetooth
Connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth. You can also connect other Bluetooth-enabled
devices, such as a Bluetooth headset or computer.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth.
• Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or
received via Bluetooth.
• Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and
properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance
may be reduced.
• Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG,
may be incompatible with your device.
• Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of
files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not
responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.

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Wi-Fi
Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi, and tap the switch to activate it.
2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi network list under Available networks.
Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon.
3 Tap Connect.
If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your Watch’s Wi-Fi feature or
the wireless router.

NFC
You can use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after
downloading the required apps.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections → NFC.
The Watch contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the Watch carefully to avoid
damaging the NFC antenna.

Making payments with the NFC feature


Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile
payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service
provider.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → NFC and tap the switch to activate it.
2 Touch the NFC antenna area of the Watch to the NFC card reader.

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To set the default app, on the Settings screen, tap Connections → NFC → Payment and
select an app.
The payment services list may not include all available payment apps.

NFC antenna

Disconnection alerts
Set to vibrate or make an alarm when the Bluetooth connection with your smartphone is
disconnected while you are wearing your Watch.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Disconnection alerts and select an alert option
you want.

Flight mode
This disables all wireless functions on your Watch. You can use only non-network services.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections and tap the Flight mode switch to activate it.
Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel.
In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight mode.

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Mobile networks (LTE models)


Customise the settings to control mobile networks.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile networks and select a mobile network
connection option.
• Auto: Set to automatically use the Watch’s mobile network when the Bluetooth
connection with your smartphone is disconnected.
• When the Watch is connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth, the Watch’s
mobile network is turned off to save battery power. Then, you cannot receive
messages and calls made to the Watch’s phone number.
• When the Bluetooth connection with your smartphone is disconnected, the
Watch’s mobile network will automatically connect. Then, you can receive
messages and calls made to the Watch’s phone number.
• Always on: Set to always use the Watch’s mobile network regardless of the connection
with the smartphone.
• Always off: Set not to use the Watch’s mobile network.
• Mobile plans: Subscribe to the service provider’s mobile plan or additional services.

Data usage (LTE models)


Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the limit settings. Set the Watch to
automatically disable the mobile data connection when you have reached your specified
mobile data limit.
On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Data usage.
• Start billing cycle on: Set the monthly start date of your plan’s data usage.
• Set data limit: Activate or deactivate the feature to automatically disable the mobile data
connection when you have reached your specified mobile data limit.
• Data limit: Set the mobile data limit.

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Notifications
Change the notification settings.
On the Settings screen, tap Notifications.
• Show phone notifications on watch: Set the conditions for checking the smartphone’s
notification on your Watch while wearing it.
• Mute notifications on phone: Set to mute the smartphone when it receives notifications
while wearing your Watch.
• Do not disturb: Incoming calls will be muted and the screen will not turn on when
receiving incoming calls. Also, all notifications will be muted, except for alarms, and the
screen will not turn on when notifications are received.
• Advanced settings: Configure advanced settings for notifications.
• Wireless emergency alerts: Change the emergency alert settings.
Some features may not be available depending on the region, service provider, or
model.

Sounds and vibration


Change the sound and vibration settings.
On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration.
• Sound mode: Set to use sound mode, silent mode, or vibrate mode.
• Vibrate with sound: Set the Watch to vibrate with sound.
• Vibration: Set the vibration duration and intensity.
• Call vibration: Select a vibration pattern for incoming calls.
• Notification vibration: Select a vibration pattern for notifications.
• Volume: Adjust the volume level.
• Ringtone: Change the ringtone.
• Notification sound: Change the notification sound.
• System vibration: Enable vibrations for certain actions.
• System sounds: Enable sounds for certain actions.
Some features may not be available depending on the region, service provider, or
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Display
Change the screen settings.
On the Settings screen, tap Display.
• Brightness: Adjust the brightness for the screen.
• Auto brightness: Set the Watch to automatically adjust the brightness depending on the
ambient light conditions.
• Always On Display: Set the Watch screen and some apps’ screens to always stay on while
wearing your Watch. However, the battery will drain more quickly than normal while
using this feature.
• Screen wake-up: Select how to turn the screen on. Refer to Turning the screen on for
more information.
• Show media controls: Set to automatically launch the Media Controller app on your
Watch when music or video is played on the connected smartphone.
• Screen timeout: Set the length of time the Watch waits before turning off the screen’s
backlight.
• Show last app: Set the time to keep the last-used app on after the screen is turned off. If
you turn the screen on again within the time you set after it has been turned off, the app
screen you last used will appear instead of the Watch screen.
• Font: Set the font style for the screen.
• Touch sensitivity: Set the Watch to allow use of the touchscreen with gloves on.
• Show charging info: Set the Watch to display the remaining battery when the screen is
off while charging.

Samsung Health
You can set the various setting options related to exercise and fitness.
On the Settings screen, tap Samsung Health.
• Measurement: Set how to measure your heart rate and stress, and turn the additional
features that can be measured during sleep on or off.
• Auto detect workouts: Set the auto detect workouts feature and select the exercise
types to be detected.
• Inactive time: Set the time and days for receiving alerts after 50 minutes of inactivity.
• Share data with devices and services: Set to share information with other connected
health platform apps, exercise machines, and TVs.

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Advanced features
Activate the advanced features.
On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features.
• Water lock: Activate water lock mode before entering the water. The touchscreen feature
will be deactivated.
• Sleep mode: Activate sleep mode to reduce eye strain before sleeping and prevent your
sleep from being disturbed.
• Theatre mode: Activate theatre mode to focus on watching movies.
• Customise keys: Select an app or feature to launch when you press the Watch’s Home
key twice or press and hold it. You can also select a feature to launch when you press the
Watch’s Back key.
• Gestures: Activate the gestures feature and configure the settings.

Battery
Check the remaining battery. If the battery is low, activate power saving mode to reduce
battery consumption.
On the Settings screen, tap Battery.
• Power saving: Activate power saving mode in which some features are restricted to
reduce battery consumption.
• Watch only: Only the watch displays on the screen and all other features will be
deactivated to reduce the battery consumption. Press the Home key to view the watch.
Press and hold the Home key for three seconds to deactivate watch only mode.
• The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your Watch settings and operating
conditions.
• You may not receive notifications from some apps that use power saving mode.
• When power saving mode is activated on the power saving mode notification panel,
it will be deactivated automatically if you charge your Watch’s battery more than
15%.

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Apps
Configure the settings for the Watch’s app.
On the Settings screen, tap Apps.
• Choose default apps: Choose default apps for similar features.
• Health Platform: Select a default health management app.
• Permissions: View the permission list for all apps, including the system apps, and change
their permission settings.
• Samsung app updates: Check for updates for some preinstalled Samsung apps.

General
Customise your Watch’s general settings or reset the Watch.
On the Settings screen, tap General.
• Touch bezel: Change the touch bezel settings. (Galaxy Watch4)
• Text-to-speech: Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when TalkBack is
activated, such as languages, speed, and more.
• Input: Change the settings for the keyboard and set the quick responses feature.
• Date and time: Set the date and time manually.
Disconnect your Watch from the smartphone to use this feature, since it is synced
with the connected smartphone.
• Orientation: Set the Watch to match the wrist you wear it on, whether it is the left or
right, and the orientation of the Home key or Back key after wearing your Watch.
• Connect to new phone: Connect the Watch to another new smartphone after
performing a reset for all your personal information.
• Reset: Delete all data on your Watch.

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Accessibility
Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the Watch.
On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility.
• Functions you’re using: Check the accessibility features you are using.
This feature appears only when using the accessibility feature.
• TalkBack: Activate TalkBack, which provides voice feedback. To view help information to
learn how to use this feature, tap Settings → Tutorial and help.
• Visibility enhancements: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for visually
impaired users.
• Hearing enhancements: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for users with
hearing impairment.
• Interaction and dexterity: Customise the settings to improve accessibility for users who
have reduced dexterity.
• Advanced settings: Manage other advanced functions.
• Installed apps: View accessibility services installed on the Watch.

Security
Configure your Watch’s security settings.
On the Settings screen, tap Security.
• Lock type: Change the screen lock method. Refer to Lock screen for more information.

Privacy
Change your privacy settings.
On the Settings screen, tap Privacy.
• Permission manager: View the list of features and apps that have permission to use
them. You can also edit the permission settings.
• Customisation Service: Set to get personalised service based on your interests and how
you use your Watch.

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Location
Change settings for location information usage.
On the Settings screen, tap Location.
• Permissions: Set the permission of the feature to use location information.
• Location services: View the location services your Watch is using.

Accounts and backup


You can use various features of the Watch after registering your Samsung or Google account
on your connected smartphone.
On the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup.
• Samsung account: Check the Samsung account registered on your connected
smartphone.
• Google account: Check the Google account registered on your connected smartphone
and copy it to your Watch.

Software update
Update Watch to the latest software.
On the Settings screen, tap Software update.

Tips and tutorials


Learn the basic tips for using your Watch and view the user manual on the connected
smartphone.
On the Settings screen, tap Tips and tutorials.
• Tutorial: View the tutorial for learning the Watch’s basic usage tips.
• View tips on phone: View the detailed usage tips for your Watch on the connected
smartphone.

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About watch
View the Watch’s additional information.
On the Settings screen, tap About watch.
• Storage: Check the status of the used and available storage.
• Status info: View the information, such as the Wi-Fi MAC address, Bluetooth address, and
serial number.
• Legal info: View legal information related to the Watch. You can also send the Watch’s
diagnostic information to Samsung.
• Software info: View the software version and security status.
• Battery info: View the battery information.

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Galaxy Wearable app
Introduction
To connect your Watch to a smartphone, you must install the Galaxy Wearable app on your
smartphone. You can check the Watch’s remaining battery and configure the settings with the
Galaxy Wearable app.
Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone.
To search for settings by entering keywords, tap . You can also search for settings by
selecting a tag under Suggestions.
Some features may not be available depending on the type of connected smartphone.

Watch's remaining battery

Configure Watch settings and


launch features you want.

Tap to use the following additional options:


• Add new device: Disconnect your device from the currently connected smartphone and
connect a new device. Select your device on the screen or tap Mine’s not here if you
cannot find your device, and then follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the
new device.

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• Auto switch: The Watch will still automatically connect to your smartphone if you wear it
on your wrist.
This feature will be displayed only when more than two devices that support the
auto switch feature are paired to your smartphone.
• Manage devices: Manage connected devices when more than two devices are paired
with your smartphone. To disconnect a device from your smartphone, select a device and
tap Remove.
• Contact us: Samsung Members offers support services to customers, such as device
problem diagnosis, and lets users submit questions and error reports. You can also share
information with others in the Galaxy users’ community or view the latest news and tips.
Samsung Members can help you solve any problems you might encounter while using
your device.
• About Galaxy Wearable: View version information of the Galaxy Wearable app.
Some features may not be available depending on the region, service provider, or
model.

Watch faces
You can change the type of watch to be displayed on the Watch screen.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch faces.
Select a watch face you want and tap Customise to change screen colours or components,
such as clock hands and dials, and even select items to display on the Watch screen.

Making My style watch faces


Change your Watch’s watch face into a pattern image that uses a colour combination
abstracted from the picture you took. You can match your Watch’s watch face with any
fashion you want.
This feature is only available on Samsung or Android smartphones.

1 On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch faces.


2 Select My style under Graphical.
3 Tap Customise → Background → Camera.
To select a picture saved on your smartphone, tap Gallery.

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4 Tap to take a picture and then tap OK.


5 Drag the picture to the collection of colours you want to use.
6 Select a pattern type and tap Done.
7 Tap Save.
The watch face of your Watch will be changed into the My style one.

Apps screen
Rearrange apps on the Apps screen.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Apps screen.
To rearrange apps, tap and hold an app to move, drag it to the desired position, and then tap
Save.

Tiles
Customise the tiles on the Watch. You can also rearrange tiles.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Tiles.

Adding or removing tiles


Tap on the tile to add under Add tiles or tap on the tiles you want to delete, and then
tap Save.

Reordering tiles
Tap and hold a tile you want to move, drag it to the desired position, and then tap Save.

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Quick panel
Select the quick settings icons displayed on the quick panel of your Watch. You can also
rearrange quick settings icons.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Quick panel.

Adding or removing quick setting icons


Tap on the icon to add under Available buttons or tap on the icon to delete, and then
tap Save.

Arranging quick setting icons


Tap and hold an icon to move, drag it to the desired position, and then tap Save.

Watch settings
Introduction
View your Watch’s status and customise your Watch settings.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings.

Notifications
Change the notification settings.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Notifications.
• App notifications: View the apps that received recent notifications and change the
notification settings. To customise notification settings for more apps, tap → All and
select an app from the apps list.
• Show phone notifications on watch: Set the conditions for checking the smartphone’s
notification on your Watch while wearing it.
• Mute notifications on phone: Set to mute the smartphone when it receives notifications
while wearing your Watch.
• Sync Do not disturb with phone: Set to sync the do not disturb settings of your Watch
and smartphone.
• Advanced notification settings: Configure advanced settings for notifications.

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Sounds and vibration


Change the sound and vibration settings.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Sounds and
vibration. Refer to Sounds and vibration in Apps and features for more information.

Display
Change the screen settings.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Display. Refer to
Display in Apps and features for more information.

Advanced features
Activate the advanced features.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Advanced
features. Refer to Advanced features in Apps and features for more information about other
features besides those listed below.
• Remote connection: Set the Watch to remotely connect to your smartphone with the
mobile network or Wi-Fi network when a Bluetooth connection between devices is
unavailable.

Battery
Check the remaining battery. If the battery is low, activate power saving mode to reduce
battery consumption.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Battery. Refer to
Battery in Apps and features for more information.

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Manage content
Transfer saved audio or image files from your smartphone to your Watch manually or
automatically.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Manage content.
• Music
– Add tracks: Select audio files and manually send them from the smartphone to the
Watch.
– Auto sync: Set the smartphone to sync recently added audio files with the Watch
when it has more than 15 % of remaining battery power.
If the music files saved on the Watch take up more than 1 GB, it deletes files that
you have not set as your favourites in order from the music files you first added.
– Playlists to sync: Select a playlist to sync with the Watch automatically.
This feature may appear only when the Samsung Music app is installed on your
smartphone and when you turn on the Auto sync feature.
• Gallery
– Add images: Select images and manually send them from the smartphone to the
Watch.
– Auto sync: Set the smartphone to sync images with the Watch when it has more than
15 % of remaining battery power.
– Image limit: Select the number of images to send to your Watch from a smartphone
at one time.
– Albums to sync: Select an image album to sync with the Watch automatically.
Image limit and Albums to sync may appear when you turn on the Auto sync
feature.

Mobile plans (LTE models)


Use various other services through the mobile network after activating it on the Watch.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Mobile plans.

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General
Customise your Watch’s general settings or reset the Watch.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → General. Refer to
General in Apps and features for more information.

Accessibility
Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the Watch.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Accessibility. Refer
to Accessibility in Apps and features for more information.

Accounts and backup


Back up or restore your Watch’s data using Samsung Cloud. You can also check your Samsung
and Google accounts that were registered on the connected smartphone, and copy the
Google account to your Watch.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Accounts and
backup.
• Regularly back up your data to a safe location, such as Samsung Cloud or a computer,
so that you can restore it if the data is corrupted or lost due to an unintended factory
data reset.
• Music and images will not be backed up.
• For the Samsung Health app, only records from the previous 28 days are saved in
your Watch. To view saved record older than 28 days, install the Samsung Health app
on the connected smartphone and back up data automatically.
• Accounts: Register your Samsung or Google account on your connected smartphone
and copy it to your Watch.
• Samsung Cloud: Back up your Watch’s data and settings, and restore the previous
Watch’s data and settings by using Samsung Cloud even when you do not have it.
• Smart Switch: Back up your Watch’s data and settings on the connected smartphone,
and restore the previous Watch’s data and settings to the new Watch by using Smart
Switch.

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Watch software update


The Watch can be directly updated to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA)
service.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → Watch software
update.

About watch
View the Watch’s additional information.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Watch settings → About watch.
Refer to About watch in Apps and features for more information.

Find My Watch
Find your lost or misplaced Watch and remotely control it.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Find My Watch.
• Start: Check where your Watch is now. Refer to Find My Watch in Apps and features for
more information.
• Set security:
– Lock watch: Remotely lock the Watch to prevent unauthorised access. This feature can
be used when your smartphone is connected to your Watch via Bluetooth or a remote
connection. When your Watch is locked, unlock manually by entering a preset PIN, or
connect the Watch to your smartphone via Bluetooth to unlock it automatically.
– Reset watch: Remotely delete all personal information stored in the Watch. After the
Watch is reset, you cannot restore the information or use the Find My Watch feature,
so it is recommended to back up your data safely by tapping Back up data.

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Tips and user manual


View the Watch’s basic operations and user manual. You can also use various other services
through the mobile network after activating it on the Watch.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Tips and user manual.

Store
Download the apps and watch faces to be used on your Watch.
On the Galaxy Wearable screen of the smartphone, tap Store.

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Troubleshooting
Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some
situations may not apply to your Watch.

The quick panel displays network or service error messages


• When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move
to another area and try again. While moving, error messages may appear repeatedly.
• You cannot access some options without a subscription. For more information, contact
your service provider.

Your Watch does not turn on


When the battery is completely discharged, your Watch will not turn on. Fully charge the
battery before turning on the Watch.

The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly


• If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the
touchscreen may not function properly.
• If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touchscreen,
or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touchscreen may
malfunction.
• The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
• Restart your Watch to clear any temporary software bugs.
• Ensure that your Watch software is updated to the latest version.
• If the screen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre.

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Your Watch freezes or has errors


Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service
Centre.

Restarting the Watch


If your Watch freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the Watch and turn it
on again.

Forcing restart
If your Watch is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Home key and the Back key
simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

Resetting the Watch


If the methods above do not solve your problem, perform a factory data reset.
On the Apps screen, tap (Settings) → General → Reset → Reset. Alternatively, launch
the Galaxy Wearable app on your smartphone and tap Watch settings → General → Reset
→ Reset. Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored in the Watch.

Another Bluetooth device cannot locate your Watch


• Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your Watch.
• Reset your Watch and try again.
• Ensure that your Watch and the other Bluetooth device are within the Bluetooth
connection range (10 m). The distance may vary depending on the environment the
devices are used in.
If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.

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A Bluetooth connection is not established or your Watch and the


smartphone are disconnected
• Ensure that the Bluetooth feature on both devices is activated.
• Ensure there are no obstacles, such as walls or electrical equipment, between the devices.
• Ensure that the latest version of the Galaxy Wearable app is installed on the smartphone.
If necessary, update the Galaxy Wearable app to the latest version.
• Ensure that your Watch and the other Bluetooth device are within the Bluetooth
connection range (10 m). The distance may vary depending on the environment the
devices are used in.
• Restart both devices and launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the smartphone again.

Calls are not connected


• Ensure that your Watch is connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth. If your Watch is
connected to your smartphone remotely, you cannot receive incoming calls.
• Ensure that your smartphone and Watch have accessed the right cellular network.
• Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling on the
smartphone.
• Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number on the
smartphone.
• Check if do not disturb mode, theatre mode, or sleep mode is activated. If one of these
modes has been activated, incoming calls will be muted and the screen will not turn on
when receiving incoming calls. Use the bezel, tap the screen, or press the key to turn on
the screen and check the incoming call.

Others cannot hear you speaking on a call


• Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone.
• Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth.
• If using a Bluetooth headset, ensure that it is properly connected.

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Sound echoes during a call


Adjust the volume or move to another area.

A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio


quality is poor
• Ensure that you are not blocking the Watch’s internal antenna.
• When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. You
may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider’s base station.
Move to another area and try again.
• When using the device while moving, wireless network services may be disabled due to
issues with the service provider’s network.

The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved


chargers)
• Ensure that you connect the Watch to the wireless charger properly.
• Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced.

The battery depletes faster than when first purchased


• When you expose the Watch or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the
useful charge may be reduced.
• Battery consumption increases when you use some apps.
• The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time.

Your Watch is hot to the touch


When you use apps that require more power or use apps on your Watch for an extended
period of time, your Watch may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not affect
your Watch’s lifespan or performance.
If the Watch overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the
Watch continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.

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Your Watch cannot find your current location


The Watch uses your smartphone’s location information. GPS signals may be obstructed in
some locations, such as indoors. Set to use Wi-Fi or a mobile network to find your current
location.

Data stored in the Watch has been lost


Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the Watch. Otherwise, you cannot
restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in
the Watch.

A small gap appears around the outside of the Watch case


• This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of
parts may occur.
• Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly.

There is not enough space in the Watch’s storage


Delete unused apps or files to free up storage space.

Removing the battery


• To remove the battery, contact an authorised service centre. To obtain battery
removal instructions, please visit www.samsung.com/global/ecodesign_energy.
• For your safety, you must not attempt to remove the battery. If the battery is not
properly removed, it may lead to damage to the battery and device, cause personal
injury, and/or result in the device being unsafe.
• Samsung does not accept liability for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort,
including negligence) which may arise from failure to precisely follow these warnings and
instructions, other than death or personal injury caused by Samsung’s negligence.

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