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Controlling music through the SmartThings app

You can control the music in the SmartThings app.
On your smartphone, launch the 

SmartThings

 app and tap 

Devices

 and select your speaker. 

The Galaxy Home screen will appear.
Launch any features in the music playback screen area.

The screen may vary depending on the music streaming service app you use.

Turn on shuffle.

Adjust the volume.

Skip to the previous song.

Pause or resume playback.

Change the repeat mode.

Skip to the next song.

You can control your music remotely. You can turn on your music at home for your family or 
pets when you are out, or you can turn it on if you do not want to come back to a quiet home. 
The last music you listened to on your smartphone’s Spotify will play.
However, if you change your smartphone’s Spotify account, the last song you listened to 
using the speaker will play.

Summary of Contents for SM-V310

Page 1: ...www samsung co m User Manual English USA 10 2018 Rev 1 0 SM V310 ...

Page 2: ...on to use the speaker Using the speaker 17 Using Bixby 26 Playing music 32 Using the speaker through Bluetooth Configuring the speaker 33 Viewing product registration information 34 Bixby settings 35 General settings Appendix 37 Troubleshooting 40 Managing the speaker Table of contents ...

Page 3: ...e Galaxy Home The Galaxy Home is a speaker that provides high quality sound optimized with Harman s premium audio technology It supports Bixby service so you can control music playback and IoT Internet ofThings products by voice ...

Page 4: ...entirely responsible for illegal use of media 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 Center Modifying the device s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or lo...

Page 5: ... 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 device 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 to ...

Page 6: ...Getting started Device layout Volume Up Button MIC On Off Button MIC MIC Action Button Volume Down Button Indicator Light USB Power Jack Speaker ...

Page 7: ... turned off Press to turn off Bixby while it is processing your request Press to stop an alarm or timer Press to turn off the notification sound When a call is incoming press to answer the call When you are on a call press to end the call Volume Up button Press to increase the volume Press and hold to increase the volume incrementally Press to turn off a ringtone Volume Down button Press to decrea...

Page 8: ...ashing red green blue When entering Bluetooth pairing mode Flashes blue three times When a Bluetooth connection is established Flashing red Function error no network connection when set to the right speaker in stereo mode Flashes red three times and turns off When rebooting Circle LED The circle LED alerts you to Bixby s status and notifications Turns on when Bixby is listening or speaking Turns o...

Page 9: ...ll it on a flat surface and enter yourWi Fi information and Samsung account information to the speaker After completing the initial setup you can use the speaker by itself without a smartphone Turning on the speaker 1 Connect the USB Cable to the speaker s USB Power Jack 2 Insert Travel Adaptor into an electric socket 1 ...

Page 10: ... speaker To save energy unplug the power cable when not in use The power cable does not have a power switch so you must unplug the power cable from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power The speaker should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible while charging Q I want to turn off the power A This speaker does not have a power button Simply unplug the Travel A...

Page 11: ...ation When trying to connect to a router on which certain ports are restricted 4 Installing the SmartThings app on your smartphone Before using the speaker you should install the SmartThings app on your smartphone Depending on your smartphone you can download the SmartThings app from the following places Samsung Android smartphones Galaxy Apps Play Store Other Android smartphones Play Store iPhone...

Page 12: ...hings app and move close to the speaker A connection pop up window will automatically appear on your smartphone 2 Tap GET STARTED on the pop up window 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the connection When the connection is completed the Galaxy Home XXXX card will appear on the devices list ...

Page 13: ... of the speaker is on the label attached to the connecting leg Tap the card The Galaxy Home screen will appear as shown below You can listen to music or change the settings of Bixby and the speaker on the Galaxy Home screen Refer to Controlling music through the SmartThings app or Bixby settings General settings for more information ...

Page 14: ... appear on the devices list Understanding initial setup If the initial setup is not completed or the speaker is not detected unplug the power cable from the speaker and connect it again After completing the initial setup theWi Fi and the Samsung account information will be registered to your speaker and you can use the speaker by itself Even if you unplug the power cable from the speaker and recon...

Page 15: ...oth pairing mode and the indicator light flashes red green and blue 2 Turn on the Bluetooth feature on the device you want to connect to and complete the pairing When the pairing is complete the indicator light flashes blue three times If you have already completed the initial setup refer to Using the speaker through Bluetooth Q The speaker freezes A Unplug the power cable from the speaker and con...

Page 16: ...u want to know 1 Say Hi Bixby When the speaker emits a sound and the circle LED turns on Bixby wakes up and you can start a conversation Hi Bixby 2 When Bixby wakes up say what you want Bixby recognizes it and launch a function or tell the information you request When Bixby is recognizing your request the circle LED lights up clockwise ...

Page 17: ... where theTV is on Bixby may unintentionally respond or the voice recognition rate may drop Q Bixby does not understand me A To make Bixby launch functions more accurately include the name of the app and the feature For example say Meeting at 2 PM tomorrow save to the calendar Q Bixby does not wake up A Press and hold the Play Pause button on the touch panel for 1 second Bixby will wake up Q Bixby...

Page 18: ...s saved The SmartThings app allows you to view alarms timers and reminders saved by Bixby You can also delete or change the details 1 On your smartphone launch SmartThings app 2 Tap Devices and select your speaker Galaxy Home screen will appear ...

Page 19: ...Using the speaker 20 3 Select an option Alarms You can view and delete the saved information You can also change the alarm sound Timers You can check the remaining time and stop the timer ...

Page 20: ...eaker 21 Reminders You can view and delete saved information Calendar You can view the default calendar where the upcoming events are saved or you can select and set a default calendar from among multiple calendars ...

Page 21: ...s Setting up the Bixby notifications You can set up a notification sound for when Bixby starts and stops listening 1 On your smartphone launch the SmartThings app 2 Tap Devices and select your speaker The Galaxy Home screen will appear 3 Tap Settings Feedback and notifications Sound feedback To hear a notification sound when Bixby starts listening tap the When Bixby starts listening switch to acti...

Page 22: ...o set a timer tell Bixby Hi Bixby set a timer for 10 minutes The speaker will notify you at the set time To turn off the alarm or timer say Hi Bixby dismiss alarm Or press the Play Pause button on the speaker s touch panel You can view the timers and alarms you set via Bixby in the SmartThings app Refer toViewing what Bixby has saved for more information Creating reminders If you have anything you...

Page 23: ...msung com Refer to the product s user manual for details on how to enter connection mode To make it easier to use registered IoT products register a location with the SmartThings app and configure any desired modes or automations For more information please refer to the explanations and instructions in the SmartThings app Controlling IoT products You can control SmartThings products registered to ...

Page 24: ...by about news weather and other things Bixby will search for and provide you with related information and services on the Internet Use the following phrase Hi Bixby what s the weather this week Weather Hi Bixby tell me today s news News Hi Bixby how high is Mt Everest General information Hi Bixby how many centimeters is 25 inches Unit conversion Hi Bixby 5 plus 10 times 4 Please calculate Calculat...

Page 25: ...ervice Use the following commands Hi Bixby play songs of name of an artist or group Hi Bixby play an album by name of an artist or group Hi Bixby play song title by name of the singer or group Hi Bixby play songs that are good for mornings Hi Bixby play exciting music Hi Bixby play song title by name of the singer or group on music streaming app Hi Bixby play songs that are good for mornings on mu...

Page 26: ...xby supports will appear 4 Select the music streaming service you want and tap The app you selected is set as your primary music app Controlling music with Bixby You can use Bixby while music is playing Use voice controls like the following Pause or resume music Hi Bixby stop music Or Hi Bixby play music Play the next song Hi Bixby play the next song Play the previous song Hi Bixby play the previo...

Page 27: ...songs Controlling music through the touch panel You can control the music by using the touch panel If it is difficult to control the music by voice use the touch panel Pause or resume music Press the Play Pause button Play the next song Press the Next button Play the previous song Press the Previous button Adjust the volume Press theVolume Up orVolume Down button Press and hold the volume button t...

Page 28: ...usic streaming service app you use Turn on shuffle Adjust the volume Skip to the previous song Pause or resume playback Change the repeat mode Skip to the next song You can control your music remotely You can turn on your music at home for your family or pets when you are out or you can turn it on if you do not want to come back to a quiet home The last music you listened to on your smartphone s S...

Page 29: ...ing mode with the SmartThings app On your smartphone launch the SmartThings app and tap Devices to select the speaker Tap Settings Bluetooth OK 2 Turn on the Bluetooth feature on the device you want to connect with and complete the pairing When the paring is complete the indicator light flashes blue three times When connected with Bluetooth you cannot control the volume play the next song or previ...

Page 30: ...peaker Services View services supported by Bixby and examples of how to use them Quick commands View quick commands you have saved Adding quick commands allows you to combine multiple commands into one command or to speak a long command quickly and easily For example before going to bed register the request to turn off theTV turn off the air conditioner to a quick commands as Good night Bixby When...

Page 31: ...t to hear an audible sound when Bixby starts to listen or when it stops Refer to Setting up the Bixby notifications for more information Do not disturb Activate do not disturb mode to mute notifications and turn off the speaker s lights Alarms and timers are exceptions Notifications Select the type of notification you want to receive You can change the settings for categories such as Emergency App...

Page 32: ...h as whether there are walls or other obstacles Geolocation View or change the current location of the speaker Bixby uses this information to inform you of the weather and news Software update Update the speaker to the latest software DEVICE DETAILS Check the speaker s information such as theWi Fi MAC address Bluetooth address and serial number Software update Update your device s software via the...

Page 33: ...e the speaker When the initialization is complete you will hear Bixby s welcome message Do not unplug the power cable until rebooting has been completed Q TheWi Fi information has changed A Sign in to the SmartThings app with the Samsung account registered to your speaker On the dashboard screen tap Settings UpdateWi Fi information to select your device and tap Update to enter the newWi Fi informa...

Page 34: ...el 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 touch panel or if you tap the panel with sharp objects or your fingertips the touch panel may malfunction The touch panel may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to...

Page 35: ...it When the initialization has completed the speaker reboots and displays a welcome message Do not disconnect the power cable until it has rebooted Calls are not connected Ensure that your smartphone is within Bluetooth range 10 m Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number Others cannot hear you speaking on a call Ensure the microphone is not switched off or hidden by ...

Page 36: ...porary software bugs Ensure that your speaker software is updated to the latest version If you are still having trouble with BixbyVoice after trying these tips contact a Samsung Service Center The speaker cannot connect to smartphone You cannot connect in aWi Fi environment with a firewall installed If your smartphone is connected toWi Fi with a firewall enabled reconnect toWi Fi with a firewall d...

Page 37: ...lean with a soft and dry cloth Keep the speaker dry Prevent liquid from coming into contact with or entering the speaker When you will not be using the speaker for a long time unplug the power cable from the electric socket Do not place objects on top of the touch panel ...

Page 38: ...reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an...

Page 39: ...5 mm X 104 5 mm X 74 5 mm Weight 1 g 265 g Power supply DC 9 V 1 67 A Operating temperaure 0 35 WLAN Operating Frequency 2412 2462 MHz Output power 2 5 mW MHz 5 mW MHz 10 mW MHz Bluetooth Operating Frequency 2402 2480 MHz Module S5N5C10B01 Version 4 2 Output power 3 mW ...

Page 40: ...val 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 Wi Fi Wi Fi Protected Setup Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi CERTIFIED and theWi Fi logo are registered trademarks of theWi Fi Alliance Z Wave and Z Wave Plus are registered trademarks of...

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