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Samsung Connect Auto

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Quick start guide

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The items supplied with the Connect Auto and any available accessories may vary 
depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this Connect Auto and may not be 
compatible with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from the Samsung website. Make sure 
they are compatible with the Connect Auto before purchase.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause 
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on 
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer 
to the Samsung website (

www.samsung.com)

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Summary of Contents for SM-V201

Page 1: ...www samsung com User Manual SM V201 A3LSMV201 English 06 2016 Rev 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...le Using the Samsung Connect Auto 12 Connect Auto app 14 Viewing the Samsung Connect Auto s status 15 Viewing notifications 16 Viewing the vehicle s location 17 Viewing your driving records 18 Viewing your driving scores 19 Viewing the fuel usage data 20 Monitoring the vehicle s health 21 Using the mobile hotspot 22 Updating the software 22 Customizing settings Appendix 24 Troubleshooting 25 Resta...

Page 3: ...he vehicle and the mobile device you want to connect to are compatible with this device This product includes certain free open source software To see the instructions for viewing the open source license go to the Samsung website opensource samsung com Instructional icons Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution situations that could cause damage to your device or o...

Page 4: ... the Connect Auto into your vehicle s On Board Diagnostics OBD II port to use it as a mobile hotspot When you install the Connect Auto app on your mobile device you can also monitor your driving record vehicle status or problems detected and more ...

Page 5: ...nces and specifications are subject to change without prior notice You can purchase additional accessories from the Samsung website Make sure they are compatible with the Connect Auto before purchase 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 t...

Page 6: ...rt key Indicator light identification The indicator light informs you of the Samsung Connect Auto s status Indicator light Color Status Flashing green Searching for network Blue Connected to a network and the server Off In standby mode Mobile hotspot off Red Error occurred ...

Page 7: ...sung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider For more information about service availability contact your service provider 1 2 3 4 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole Otherwise the Connect A...

Page 8: ... into the tray to secure it If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray 5 Insert the tray back into the tray slot Removing the SIM or USIM card 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray 2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot 3 Remove the SIM or USIM card 4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot ...

Page 9: ...vice 2 Read and agree to the terms and conditions Step 2 Signing in to your Samsung account Enter your email address and password to sign in to your Samsung account Your account will be used to save your vehicle data on the server If you do not have a Samsung account you should create one Step 3 Entering the serial number Enter the Connect Auto s serial number The serial number is printed on the C...

Page 10: ...ormation Enter your vehicle s information such as manufacturer and the model name Step 5 Finding your vehicle s OBD port The OBD port is usually located under the dash on the driver s side If you cannot find it refer to your vehicle s user manual ...

Page 11: ...D port Step 7 Connecting the Samsung Connect Auto with your mobile device After you plug the Connect Auto into your vehicle your mobile device and the Connect Auto will be connected When the devices are connected the dashboard cards will appear on your mobile device Step 8 Collecting data Start the vehicle s engine While driving the Connect Auto will send data to the server and you can view the da...

Page 12: ...ch the Connect Auto app on your mobile device The dashboard will appear on your mobile device Access additional options Vehicle name The Connect Auto s status Dashboard cards Notification Last updated time View the vehicle s information or add a new vehicle ...

Page 13: ...nformation Fuel View your fuel usage Refer toViewing the fuel usage data for more information Vehicle health Monitor your vehicle s health such as detected problems and fuel consumption Refer to Monitoring the vehicle s health for more information Connect Auto hotspot Activate or deactivate the mobile hotspot feature Refer to Using the mobile hotspot for more information Editing the dashboard card...

Page 14: ... Auto s status You can view the status of the Connect Auto using a code displayed at the top of the dashboard Not inserted The Connect Auto is not inserted into your vehicle If the Connect Auto has been already inserted the Connect Auto is searching for network Working The Connect Auto is collecting data from the vehicle and sending them to the server ...

Page 15: ...ceive notifications On the dashboard tap the notification to view the details If there are more than two notifications the notifications list will appear Select a notification to view Customizing notifications settings You can select when to receive notifications On the dashboard tap MORE Settings Notifications Tap the switch next to options to receive notifications when they occurred Deleting a n...

Page 16: ... under Vehicle information To refresh the information drag the screen downwards To view the details tap the map Finding your vehicle You can also use this feature to find your vehicle On the dashboard tap the map Then tap to refresh the information To search for a route to the vehicle tap NAVIGATE and select a navigation app installed on your mobile device ...

Page 17: ...nomy On the dashboard view the record under Journeys The data will be updated after your turn off the engine It may take a few minutes to display the updated data after you turn off the engine Viewing the details On the dashboard tap the driving record Move to the previous or next date Daily summary Journeys Select a date on a calendar ...

Page 18: ...stand your driving style when you accelerate brake and corner On the dashboard view the score under Score The data will be updated by a week Viewing the details On the dashboard tap the driving score Change to daily or monthly view mode Driving score and details Swipe to the left or right to select other date ...

Page 19: ...h as average fuel economy or wasted fuel On the dashboard view the fuel data under Fuel The data will be updated by a week Viewing the details On the dashboard tap the fuel data Move to the previous or next date Analysis View the data in a graph and detailed analysis Select a week or month on a calendar ...

Page 20: ...ms detected on your vehicle On the dashboard view the detected problems under Vehicle health The data is for information purposes only and is not intended to be used for vehicle repairs Viewing the details On the dashboard tap the detected problem Detected problems Virtual mechanic analysis ...

Page 21: ...ce s serial number The password must be at least eight characters long If this feature is not activated launch the Connect Auto app on your mobile device scroll down to Connect Auto hotspot and then tap the switch to activate it Limiting data usage 1 On your mobile device launch the Connect Auto app and tap Connect Auto hotspot 2 Tap the Set hotspot data limit switch to activate it 3 Drag the limi...

Page 22: ...t Auto or mobile device while updating the software Updating the Connect Auto app On your mobile device launch the Connect Auto app tap MORE Settings About app device About Connect Auto app CHECK FOR UPDATES Customizing settings Customizing the Connect Auto s settings On the dashboard tap MORE Settings Connect Auto network settings Configure the network settings On the Settings screen tap Connect ...

Page 23: ... GPS switch to activate it Units Change the measuring units or fuel distance and more On the Settings screen tap Units Notifications Select options to receive notifications when they occurred On the Settings screen tap Notifications Clear data Clear all data and account information in the Connect Auto app on the Connect Auto server and in the Connect Auto On the settings screen tap Clear data Abou...

Page 24: ...ages may appear repeatedly You cannot access some options without a subscription For more information contact your service provider Your Connect Auto is hot to the touch When you use the Connect Auto for an extended period of time it may feel hot to the touch This is normal and should not affect your Connect Auto lifespan or performance If the Connect Auto overheats or feels hot for a prolonged pe...

Page 25: ... from the vehicle 3 Press and hold the Restart key using a paper clip for more than ten seconds The indicator light will flash Restart key 4 Press the Restart key until the indicator light turns green 5 Press and hold the Restart key for more than two seconds The indicator light will flash green 6 Plug the Connect Auto to the vehicle turn on the engine and then launch the Connect Auto app on your ...

Page 26: ...s equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense FCC Part 15 21 statement Any c...

Page 27: ... 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 registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their resp...

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