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Getting started

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Wearing the Gear Fit

Open the clasp and fit the strap to your wrist with the pin. When measuring your heart rate, 
wear the device firmly around your lower arm just above the wrist. Refer to ‘Wearing the Gear 
Fit’ for details.

Do not bend the strap excessively. Doing so may damage the device.

<When wearing the device 

on the left wrist>

<When wearing the device 

on the right wrist>

Power button

Configure the Gear Fit for the wrist that you will wear it on.

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Set to wear the Gear Fit on your left wrist, tap 

Settings

 

 

Display

 

 

Wrist worn on

 

 

Left

.

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Set to wear the Gear Fit on your right wrist, tap 

Settings

 

 

Display

 

 

Wrist worn on

 

 

Right

.

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To change the setting for the wrist that wears the device, follow the instructions for 
the wrist you will wear it on.

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If the power button is not facing your hand or the device is configured for the other 
hand, the screen will not display properly.

Summary of Contents for Gear Fit SM-R350

Page 1: ...www samsung com User Manual SM R350 ...

Page 2: ...sues caused by applications from any provider 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 Gear Fit or applications to work improperly Software sound sources wallpapers images and other media provided with this Gear Fit are lice...

Page 3: ...ght laws No part of this guide may be reproduced distributed translated or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Bluetooth is a regi...

Page 4: ...ightness of the display Basics 20 Viewing mobile device connection status and battery status 20 Using the touch screen 22 Viewing the Home screen 24 Using applications 24 Returning to the previous page 25 Screening incoming calls 25 Using notifications 27 Upgrading the Gear Fit Applications 29 Timer 29 Stopwatch 30 Health Management Applications 33 Sleep 35 Pedometer 37 Exercise 45 Media Controlle...

Page 5: ...Table of Contents 5 Gear Fit Manager 49 Launching Gear Fit Manager 49 Configuring the Gear Fit settings 49 Home screen styler 50 S Health 50 Notifications 51 Settings Troubleshooting ...

Page 6: ...uick start guide The items supplied with the Gear Fit and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider The supplied items are designed only for this Gear Fit 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 a...

Page 7: ...rate sensor Humidity and liquids may damage your Gear Fit Keep your Gear Fit dry Do not use a screen protector This causes touch screen sensor malfunctions Do not allow water to contact the touch screen The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water ...

Page 8: ...ct with contaminants such as dust and dye can cause stains on the strap that may not be fully removed Button Button Function Power Press and hold to turn the Gear Fit on or off Press to move to the Clock screen Press to lock the Gear Fit on the Clock screen Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to reset the Gear Fit ...

Page 9: ...eshwater rinse the device with freshwater immediately and dry it thoroughly with a clean soft cloth Failure to rinse the device in freshwater and dry it as instructed may cause the device to suffer from operability or cosmetic issues If the device is dropped or receives an impact the water and dust resistant features of the device may be damaged The touch screen and other features may not work pro...

Page 10: ... Gear Fit into the mounting hole on the strap First insert one end of the Gear Fit into the mounting hole Then insert the other end of the device into the hole and pull the strap up at the same time 1 2 2 Ensure that the Gear Fit is sitting securely in the mounting hole and that it is properly aligned with the strap 3 ...

Page 11: ...pproved chargers batteries and cables Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the Gear Fit When the battery power is low the battery icon appears empty If the battery is completely discharged the Gear Fit cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device The charging dock ...

Page 12: ...ch other Charging dock Charging terminals 2 Plug the small end of the charger cable into the multipurpose jack of the charging dock When disconnecting after charging Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the Gear Fit Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty ...

Page 13: ... 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 About using battery Battery operating time is affected by device usage patterns and the condition of battery The battery ...

Page 14: ...where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as aeroplanes and hospitals To turn off the Gear Fit press and hold the Power button and then tap Power off Notices for using Bluetooth To avoid problems when connecting your Gear Fit to another mobile device place the devices close to each other Ensure that your Gear Fit and the other Bluetooth device are within the Bluetooth connection range 1...

Page 15: ...communications for commercial purposes Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature Connecting the Gear Fit to a mobile device Install Gear Fit Manager on the mobile device and connect the Gear Fit to the device via Bluetooth You cannot install Gear Fit Manager on mobile devices that do not support Gear Fit syncing Ensure that your mobile device is compat...

Page 16: ...g Gear Fit 0000 that appeared in Step 2 6 Mobile device When the Bluetooth pairing request window appears tap OK Gear Fit When the connection window appears tap 7 Mobile device The Install window opens The Install window may not appear depending on the software version ...

Page 17: ...eenshots may vary depending on the type of device and the device s software version When connecting the Gear Fit to another mobile device If you want to connect the Gear Fit to a newly purchased mobile device or to another mobile device for the first time reset the Gear Fit Resetting the Gear Fit will remove the data from the memory After the reset you can connect the Gear Fit to a different mobil...

Page 18: ...t wrist When wearing the device on the right wrist Power button Configure the Gear Fit for the wrist that you will wear it on Set to wear the Gear Fit on your left wrist tap Settings Display Wrist worn on Left Set to wear the Gear Fit on your right wrist tap Settings Display Wrist worn on Right To change the setting for the wrist that wears the device follow the instructions for the wrist you will...

Page 19: ... the Gear Fit Adjusting the brightness of the display You can adjust the display brightness on the Gear Fit to suit the environment Tap the screen twice quickly with two fingers and then tap or to adjust the brightness On the Home screen tap Settings Display Brightness and then adjust the brightness In bright conditions such as in direct sunlight you can set the brightness of the Gear Fit s displa...

Page 20: ...o use the touch screen Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction To avoid damaging the touch screen do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips The Gear Fit may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the tou...

Page 21: ...ton tap it with a finger Double tapping While using the Gear Fit double tap anywhere on the screen with two fingers to access the brightness control panel You can also view indicator icons and the remaining battery power Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel ...

Page 22: ...panels To view other panels scroll left or right Connect the Gear Fit to the mobile device after purchasing to accurately set the time The time may not be accurate if the Gear Fit is turned off or the battery is depleted Reconnect to the mobile device to accurately set the time Home screen panels 1 2 3 4 5 Available applications and the arrangement of applications may vary depending on the softwar...

Page 23: ...lock View the current date and time 4 Notifications Stay up to date with a variety of events such as new messages emails or missed calls received on the connected mobile device You can receive a maximum of 100 notifications on the Gear Fit After the maximum is reached notifications will be removed in order from the oldest Media Controller Launch the media player on the connected mobile device and ...

Page 24: ...ations The Gear Fit can run a range of applications On the Home screen or the Apps screen tap a shortcut or an application icon to open it On the Apps screen scroll left or right to view all the applications installed on the Gear Fit Returning to the previous page To return to the previous page tap while using applications ...

Page 25: ...riety of events such as new messages emails or missed calls received on the connected mobile device You can receive a maximum of 100 notifications on the Gear Fit After the maximum is reached notifications will be removed in order from the oldest If a message includes long text or attachments check the message details on your connected mobile device Checking notifications Checking notifications im...

Page 26: ... the details Notification details screen 4 In the notification s detailed view scroll down to use additional features You can clear notifications display the message on the mobile device or reply to messages View the message on the connected mobile device Delete the message Reply to the message using message templates Return to the previous screen ...

Page 27: ...larms on the Gear Fit If you set Notifications Keep screen off on Gear Fit Manager the Gear Fit receives notifications when the display turned off Upgrading the Gear Fit The Gear Fit can be upgraded to the latest software Visit the Samsung website to upgrade the Gear Fit s software Upgrading with Samsung Kies Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website Launch Samsung Kies and connect...

Page 28: ...devices to the computer Doing so may interfere with the update process While upgrading the Gear Fit do not launch other applications on the computer or operate the Gear Fit Doing so may overload the computer If you lose the connection with the Internet while upgrading the software check the LAN cable is connected properly Then try again Firmware upgrades will proceed only when your Gear Fit is con...

Page 29: ... the Home screen tap Timer 2 Set the duration and then tap Drag outside the large circle when the timer goes off Stopwatch Use this application to measure the amount of elapsed time 1 On the Home screen tap Stopwatch 2 Tap to time an event Record lap times End timing Clear lap time records ...

Page 30: ...tance BeforeYou Start Exercising This app can be used to monitor your exercise While moderate physical activity such as brisk walking is safe for most people health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you start an exercise program particularly if you have any of the following conditions Heart disease Asthma or lung disease Diabetes liver or kidney disease Arthritis You should che...

Page 31: ...ure or high cholesterol You have impaired glucose tolerance also call pre diabetes When in Doubt Check it Out If you are unsure of your health status have several health problems or are pregnant you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you Consider it the firs...

Page 32: ...uld be repeated at least five times 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 If your heart rate i...

Page 33: ... duration and body movements while you are sleeping To record while you are sleeping tap the start button when you go to bed and tap the stop button when you wake up The Sleep application can record multiple sleep cycles within a 24 hour period All sleep that the application detects within the designated period is recorded and combined as the total period of sleep Recording sleep duration 1 On the...

Page 34: ...ations 34 Using additional features To use additional features scroll left on the Sleep screen Return to the previous screen Sleep screen View previous records Turn on off the alarm blocking mode during sleep ...

Page 35: ...tance walked and burned calories Counting steps 1 On the Home screen tap Pedometer 2 Tap Start to start counting You can view information such as step count and burnt calories on the screen Return to the previous screen Burnt calories Number of steps Pause the step count Distance 3 Tap Pause to stop counting ...

Page 36: ...View previous records Change the goal You may experience a brief delay while the pedometer monitors your steps and then displays your step count If you use the pedometer while travelling by car or train vibration may affect your step count Only records from the past thirty days are saved You can view previous data on the mobile device where the S Health application is installed ...

Page 37: ...over the Gear Fit with your sleeves before using it Measure your heart rate before you start to exercise If you measure your heart rate during exercise measurements may be inaccurate If you have just purchased or have reset the Gear Fit read the on screen information about the application and create your profile When creating a profile you can register your maximum heart rate either automatically ...

Page 38: ...tion such as exercise time and distance on the screen Exercise duration Return to the previous screen Pace Stop recording Distance 4 Tap Stop to stop monitoring your exercise information Your exercise records appear on the screen 5 Scroll up or down to view the records ...

Page 39: ...revious screen Turn on off the coaching message View previous records Change the goal Exercise screen To view more additional features scroll left on the additional features screen Only records from the past thirty days are saved You can view previous data on the mobile device where the S Health application is installed ...

Page 40: ...feature uses theTE to provide you with feedback The feedback is provided by the feature via prompts such as speed up keep up this pace and slow down When you first start to use the coaching feature it will estimate an appropriateTE level based on your profile As you exercise it will analyse your training history and provide more personalised guidance A typical workout may start at a lower intensit...

Page 41: ...ular endurance If you exercise for a shorter duration than that designated for theTE the exercise intensity will increase to achieve theTE If you feel pain or discomfort while exercising stop immediately and consult a medical professional 4 Tap The setup is completed 5 Tap Start The heart rate measurement starts Start running when the measurement is completed You can view information such as exerc...

Page 42: ... be used for clinical or medical diagnosis For more accurate heart rate measurement measure your heart rate when your body is not moving To measure your heart rate during exercise use the exercise feature For best results when measuring your heart rate Before taking a measurement keep your body warm and rest for 5 minutes Do not move your body while taking the measurement Refer to Wearing the Gear...

Page 43: ... to begin measuring your heart rate The icon appears and blinks on the screen when heart rate measurement starts The measurement will be taken by the device Then after a brief delay your current heart rate is displayed on the screen Return to the previous screen Current heart rate Date ...

Page 44: ...te measurement screen Heart rate measurement screen 2 Tap History 3 Scroll left or right to view your previous heart rate records Previous record You can save up to thirty records You can view previous data on the mobile device where the S Health application is installed ...

Page 45: ...onnected mobile device Skip to the next file Tap and hold to move forwards quickly Pause and resume playback Return to the previous screen Restart the currently playing file or skip to the previous file Tap and hold to move backwards quickly Control the volume Find My Device Use this application to find the connected mobile device 1 On the Home screen tap Find My Device 2 Tap The mobile device emi...

Page 46: ...Home screen tap Settings Wallpaper Display Change the settings for the display On the Home screen tap Settings Display Brightness Adjust the brightness for the display Wrist worn on Set the hand that you mainly wear the Gear Fit on Rotate display Set the screen orientation for the Gear Fit s display Screen timeout Set the length of time the Gear Fit waits before turning off the display s backlight...

Page 47: ... settings for the Bluetooth feature On the Home screen tap Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth feature on or off Make visible Set the Gear Fit to appear on other devices lists when they search for Bluetooth devices Double press Set an application that instantly launches when you press the Power button twice On the Home screen tap Settings Double press and then select an option Profile ...

Page 48: ...tory default values and delete all data Default applications are not deleted On the Home screen tap Settings Reset Gear Fit When connecting the Gear Fit to another mobile device If you want to connect the Gear Fit to a newly purchased mobile device or to another mobile device for the first time reset the Gear Fit Resetting the Gear Fit will remove the data from the memory After the reset you can c...

Page 49: ...re Tap the Gear Fit name in the Paired device list on the Gear Fit Manager screen and then use the following features Connect Disconnect Connect or disconnect a Gear Fit Model number View the Gear Fit s model details Software version Update the Gear Fit to the latest software Home screen styler Change the Gear Fit s Home screen settings Tap Home screen styler on the Gear Fit Manager screen Wallpap...

Page 50: ... send a file immediately Notifications Stay up to date with a variety of events such as missed calls or new messages of the connected mobile device On the Gear Fit Manager screen tap Notifications drag the Notifications switch to the right and then tick items Limit notifications Set notifications such as calls or messages not to be alerted via the Gear Fit Smart relay Set your mobile device to ins...

Page 51: ...ntinue draw a pattern by connecting four or more dots and then draw the pattern again to verify it When the Gear Fit is disconnected from the mobile device you must draw the pattern to unlock the mobile device screen The mobile device s screen is automatically unlocked when the Gear Fit is connected to the mobile device Some mobile devices do not support this feature Setting a wake up gesture Set ...

Page 52: ...reate new contact or Select from contacts You can create a new contact or select from the contacts list Some mobile devices do not support this feature Managing the reject message Create and manage the rejection message when rejecting an incoming call On the Settings screen tap Edit call reject message edit the message and then tap Done Managing text templates Create and manage text templates to r...

Page 53: ...nction The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water Restart your Gear Fit to clear any temporary software bugs Ensure that your Gear Fit software is upgraded to the latest version If the touch screen is scratched or damaged visit a Samsung Service Centre Your Gear Fit freezes or has fatal errors If your Gear Fit freezes or hangs you may need to close applications a...

Page 54: ...oth devices is activated Ensure there are no obstacles such as walls or electrical equipment between the devices Ensure that the latest version of the Gear Fit Manager application is installed on the mobile device Ensure that your Gear Fit 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...

Page 55: ...he useful charge may be reduced Battery consumption increases when you use some applications The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time Your Gear Fit is hot to the touch When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your Gear Fit for an extended period of time your Gear Fit may feel hot to the touch This is normal and should not affect you...

Page 56: ...English EU 04 2014 Rev 1 0 Some content may differ from your Gear Fit depending on the region service provider or software version and is subject to change without prior notice www samsung com ...

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