Samsung SM-R830NZKABTU Watch

User Manual

For SM-R830NZKABTU. Additionally, the document applies to other Samsung models: SM-R820, SM-R825F, SM-R830, SM-R835F

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USER MANUAL
English (EU). 09/2019. Rev.1.0
SM-R820
SM-R825F
SM-R830
SM-R835F
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  • Page 2 - English - : Table of Contents Getting Started 5 About the Galaxy Watch Active2 5 Read me first 10 Device layout 10 Package contents 11 Galaxy Watch Active2 13 Wireless charger 14 Battery 14 Charging the battery 16 Wireless charging 17 Charging the battery using Wireless PowerShare 19 Power saving mode 19 Wearing the Galaxy Watch Active2 19 Putting on the Galaxy Watch Active2 20 Band tips and precautions 21 Connecting or replacing the band 23 Turning the Galaxy Watch Active2 on and off 24 Connecting the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device 24 Installing the Galaxy Wearable app 24 Connecting the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device via Bluetooth 26 Remote connection 27 Using the Galaxy Watch Active2 without a mobile device 28 Controlling the screen 28 Bezel 30 Touchscreen 33 Screen composition 34 Turning the screen on and off 34 Switching the screen 36 Lock screen 36 Watch 36 Watch screen 37 Changing the watch face 38 Activating the watch always on feature 38 Watch only mode 39 Notifications 39 Notification panel 40 Viewing incoming notifications 41 Selecting apps for receiving notifications 41 Quick panel 48 Entering text 48 Introduction 49 Using the voice input 50 Using emoticons 50 Using handwriting input mode or the keyboard 51 Changing the input mode
  • Page 3 - English - : Table of Contents 88 Playing music without connecting to a mobile device 89 Reminder 90 Calendar 91 Bixby 91 Introduction 91 Starting Bixby 92 Using Bixby 93 Weather 93 Alarm 94 World clock 95 Timer 95 Stopwatch 96 Gallery 96 Importing and exporting images 97 Viewing images 97 Deleting images 98 Find My Phone 98 Find My Watch 99 SOS messages 101 Email 101 Galaxy Store 102 Settings 102 Introduction 102 Watch faces 103 Sound and vibration 104 Display 104 Advanced 106 Connections 111 Apps 112 Security 113 Account Account and backup Apps and features 52 Messages 54 Phone 54 Introduction 54 Receiving calls 56 Making calls 56 Options during calls 57 Contacts 59 Samsung Pay 60 Samsung Health 60 Introduction 63 Daily activity 64 Steps 66 Floors 67 Exercise 74 Calories 74 Sleep 76 Heart rate 78 Stress 80 Food 81 Weight management 82 Water 83 Caffeine 84 Together 85 Settings 85 Additional information 86 GPS 87 Music 87 Introduction 87 Playing music 87 Importing music 88 Playing music with your Galaxy Watch Active2 88 Playing music with your mobile device
  • Page 4 - English - : Table of Contents Using the Galaxy Watch Active2 134 Introduction 134 Using as a personal coach for your health 134 Achieving your daily activity target 135 Managing stress and sleep quality 135 Experiencing enhanced exercises 136 Using as an intelligent planner 136 Checking out todays information 136 Managing my daily life 138 Using dual clock when you are abroad 138 Using a convenient reminder Appendix 139 Troubleshooting 143 Removing the battery 114 Accessibility 114 General 116 Battery 116 About watch 117 Connect to new phone 117 Connect to phone Galaxy Wearable app 118 Introduction 120 Home 120 Introduction 120 Payment 120 Notifications 121 Apps 122 Widgets 122 Sound and vibration 123 Display 124 Advanced 125 Add content to your watch 125 Send SOS requests 126 Find My Watch 126 Mobile networks 127 General 127 Accessibility 127 Samsung Pay 127 Bixby 128 Account and backup 130 Sync phone settings 130 Watch software update 130 Tips and user manual 131 About watch 132 Watch faces 133 Discover
  • Page 5 - English - : Getting Started About the Galaxy Watch Active2 The Galaxy Watch Active2 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 swiping the bezel or launch a feature by simply tapping the screen and also change the watch face to match your taste Connect your Galaxy Watch Active2 to your mobile device to expand your mobile device experience or use the Galaxy Watch Active2 by itself without connecting to a mobile device Read me first Please read this manual before using this device to ensure safe and proper use Descriptions are based on the devices default settings Some content may differ from your device depending on the region service provider model specifications or devices software Content high quality content that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the devices 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 or apps to work improperly Software sound sources wallpapers images and other media provided with this Galaxy Watch Active2 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
  • Page 6 - English - : Getting Started You may incur additional charges for data services such as messaging uploading and downloading autosyncing or using location services depending on your data plan For large data transfers it is recommended to use the WiFi feature Default apps that come with the Galaxy Watch Active2 are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice If you have questions about an app provided with the Galaxy Watch Active2 contact a Samsung Service Centre For userinstalled apps contact service providers Modifying the Galaxy Watch Active2s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in Galaxy Watch Active2 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 mobile device you connect to the Galaxy Watch Active2 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages screen burnin 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it Tap Settings on the Galaxy Watch Active2s Apps screen tap Display Screen timeout and then 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 tap Settings on the Galaxy Watch Active2s Apps screen tap Display Auto low brightness and then tap the switch to activate it 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 To view the FCC ID tap Settings on the Galaxy Watch Active2s Apps screen tap About watch Device If your device does not have an FCC ID it means that the device has not been authorized for sale in the US or its territories and may only be brought to the US for the owners personal use
  • Page 7 - English - : Getting Started Depending on the region you can view the regulatory information on the Galaxy Watch Active2 To view the information tap Settings on the Galaxy Watch Active2s Apps screen and tap About watch Regulatory info Maintaining water and dust resistance Your device supports water and dustresistance Follow these tips carefully to maintain the water and dustresistance of your device Failure to do so may result in damage to your device Do not expose the device to water moving with force Do not suddenly apply water pressure to the device such as when diving Do not use your device while diving into the water playing water sports or moving in fastflowing water It is designed for regular use in normal swimming conditions such as for swimming pools or beaches If the device or your hands are wet dry them thoroughly before handling the device If the device is exposed to fresh water dry it thoroughly with a clean soft cloth If the device is exposed to other liquids such as salt water swimming pool water soapy water oil perfume sunscreen hand cleaner or chemical products such as cosmetics rinse it with fresh water and dry it thoroughly with a clean soft cloth If you do not follow these instructions the devices performance and appearance may be affected Do not disassemble your device The water and dustresistant features of the device can be damaged Do not expose your device to a dramatic change in air temperature or water temperature Do not dry your device with a heating machine like a hair drier The waterresistant feature of the device can be damaged in the sauna If the device has been immersed in water or the microphone or speaker is wet sound may not be heard clearly during a call Some features such as the touchscreen may not work properly if the device is used in water Your device has been tested in a controlled environment and certified to be water and dustresistant in specific situations and conditions Meets the requirements of the waterresistance in a 50 m deep water as described by the international standard ISO 228102010 and your device can be used in shallow water Meets the requirements of the dustresistance as described by classification IEC 60529 IP6X
  • Page 8 - English - : Getting Started 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 Follow the points below to ensure your Galaxy Watch Active2 functions correctly and maintains its appearance Failure to do so may damage the Galaxy Watch Active2 and cause the skin irritation The supplied band may vary depending on the region or model Be sure to properly clean and maintain your band accordingly Turn off the Galaxy Watch Active2 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 Galaxy Watch Active2s exterior and interior parts may be damaged or it could result in poor performance If your Galaxy Watch Active2 is exposed to any of the previously mentioned substances use a lintfree soft cloth to clean it Do not use soap cleaning agents abrasive materials and compressed air when cleaning your Galaxy Watch Active2 and do not clean it with the ultrasonic waves or the external heat sources Doing so may damage the Galaxy Watch Active2 Skin irritation may be caused by soap detergents hand sanitizers or cleaning agents left on the Galaxy Watch Active2 When you remove sun block lotion or oil use a soapfree detergent then rinse and dry your Galaxy Watch Active2 thoroughly
  • Page 9 - English - : Getting Started Clean your wrist and band after exercising or sweating Clean the rubber band with freshwater wipe it with a little rubbing alcohol and dry it thoroughly If the rubber band gets stained or contains any materials wipe it with a moistened soft bristle toothbrush The leather band is not waterresistant Do not swim or take a shower while using the leather band The leather band can get stained by oil and cosmetics due to leathers natural characteristics Be careful to not expose the leather band to those materials Avoid exposing the Galaxy Watch Active2s leather band to direct sunlight hot or humid environments or water The leather bands colour and form may change if you do so If the leather band gets wet wipe it with a soft lintfree cloth immediately and dry it in a wellventilated and shaded place When your leather band get stained wipe it with a soft lintfree cloth If necessary slightly dampen a cloth with fresh water Use caution if you are allergic to any materials on the Galaxy Watch Active2 Samsung has tested the noxious materials found on the Galaxy Watch Active2 through the internal and external certificate authorities including the test for all materials which contact with skin skin toxicity test and the Galaxy Watch Active2wearing test The Galaxy Watch Active2 includes nickel Take the necessary precautions if your skin is hypersensitive or you have an allergy to any materials found on the Galaxy Watch Active2 Nickel The Galaxy Watch Active2 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 and the Galaxy Watch Active2 has passed the international certificated test However if you are sensitive to nickel be careful to use the Galaxy Watch Active2 Only the materials observed the standards of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission CPSC the regulations of the European countries and other international standards are used to make a Galaxy Watch Active2 For more information about how Samsung manages chemicals refer to the Samsung website httpswwwsamsungcomukaboutsamsungsustainabilityenvironment
  • Page 10 - English - : Getting Started 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 Device layout Package contents Refer to the quick start guide for package contents The items supplied with the Galaxy Watch Active2 and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider The supplied items are designed only for this Galaxy Watch Active2 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 before purchase Except the Galaxy Watch Active2 and some accessories may not have the same water and dustresistance certification Use only Samsungapproved 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
  • Page 11 - English - : Getting Started Galaxy Watch Active2 Back key Home key Power key Microphone Touchscreen SMR820 SMR830 GPS antenna SMR825F SMR835F LTEGPS antenna Atmospheric pressure sensor NFC antenna Light sensor Heart rate sensor Speaker Pressure vent Band
  • Page 12 - English - : Getting Started Your device contains magnets which may affect medical devices such as pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators If you are using any of these medical devices keep your device a safe distance from them and consult with your physician before you use the device Keep a safe distance between your device and objects that are affected by magnets Objects such as credit cards passbooks access cards boarding passes or parking passes may be damaged or disabled by the magnets in the device When using the speakers such as when playing media files or during calls do not place the Galaxy Watch Active2 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 may be damaged along with the waterresistance feature If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken there may be a risk of injury Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the Galaxy Watch Active2 If you cover the Galaxy Watch Active2s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features such as calls or the mobile data connection 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 Galaxy Watch Active2s microphone is not obstructed when you are speaking into it The pressure vent ensures that Galaxy Watch Active2s inner parts and sensors work correctly when you use the Galaxy Watch Active2 in environment where the atmospheric pressure changes
  • Page 13 - English - : Getting Started Keys Key Function HomePower Press and hold to turn the Galaxy Watch Active2 on or off Press to turn on the screen Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to restart the Galaxy Watch Active2 Press to open the Apps screen when you are on the Watch screen Press to open the Watch screen when you are on any other screen Back Press to return to the previous screen 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 Galaxy Watch Active2
  • Page 14 - English - : Getting Started Battery Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods Use only Samsungapproved battery charger and cable Incompatible battery charger and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your Galaxy Watch Active2 Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty Use only wireless charger supplied with the device The Galaxy Watch Active2 cannot be charged properly with a thirdparty wireless charger 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 be easily accessible while charging Connect the wireless charger to the charger and plug the charger into an electric socket Place the Galaxy Watch Active2 on the wireless charger aligning the centre of your Galaxy Watch Active2s back side with the centre of the wireless charger Wireless charger
  • Page 15 - English - : Getting Started After fully charging disconnect the Galaxy Watch Active2 from the wireless charger First disconnect the wireless charger from the charger and then unplug the charger from the electric socket Checking the charging status Press any of the Galaxy Watch Active2s keys to turn on the screen while it is on the wireless charger While charging the battery when the Galaxy Watch Active2 is turned off press any key to check the charging status on the screen Battery charging tips and precautions If there are obstructions between the Galaxy Watch Active2 and the wireless charger the Galaxy Watch Active2 may not charge properly Prevent the Galaxy Watch Active2 and the wireless charger from coming into contact with sweat liquids or dust When the battery power is low the battery icon appears empty If the battery is completely discharged the Galaxy Watch Active2 cannot be turned on immediately when the wireless charger is connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the Galaxy Watch Active2 If you use multiple apps at once the battery will drain quickly To avoid losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging the battery Using a power source other than the charger such as a computer may result in a slower charging speed due to a lower electric current If the Galaxy Watch Active2 is being charged with other devices via a multi charger charging may take longer The Galaxy Watch Active2 can be used while it is charging but it may take longer to fully charge the battery
  • Page 16 - English - : Getting Started If the Galaxy Watch Active2 receives an unstable power supply while charging the touchscreen may not function If this happens disconnect the Galaxy Watch Active2 from the wireless charger While charging the Galaxy Watch Active2 may heat up This is normal and should not affect the Galaxy Watch Active2s lifespan or performance If the battery gets hotter than usual the charger may stop charging for your safety If this happens continue charging the Galaxy Watch Active2 after allowing it to cool down by removing it from the wireless charger If you charge the Galaxy Watch Active2 while the multipurpose jack is wet the Galaxy Watch Active2 may be damaged Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the Galaxy Watch Active2 If the Galaxy Watch Active2 is not charging properly take the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a Samsung Service Centre Avoid using a bent or damaged USB cable If the USB cable is damaged stop using it Wireless charging The Galaxy Watch Active2 has a builtin wireless charging coil You can charge the battery by using a wireless charging pad or another device that functions as a wireless charging pad The wireless charging pad and other devices that function as wireless charging pads are sold separately Charging the battery with a wireless charging pad Place the centre of the Galaxy Watch Active2s back on the centre of the wireless charging pad
  • Page 17 - English - : Getting Started After fully charging disconnect the Galaxy Watch Active2 from the wireless charging pad Precautions for wireless charging Do not place the Galaxy Watch Active2 on the wireless charging pad when conductive materials such as metal objects and magnets are placed between the Galaxy Watch Active2 and the wireless charging pad The Galaxy Watch Active2 may not charge properly or may overheat or the Galaxy Watch Active2 may be damaged If you use the wireless charging pad in areas with weak network signals you may lose network reception Use Samsungapproved wireless charging pad If you use other wireless charging pads the battery may not charge properly For more information about available wireless charging pads refer to the Samsung website Charging the battery using Wireless PowerShare You can charge your Galaxy Watch Active2 with the battery of the device that functions as a wireless charging pad You can still charge your Galaxy Watch Active2 even while charging the device that functions as a wireless charging pad Depending on the type of cover being used the Wireless PowerShare 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 Do not use the Bluetooth headset while sharing power Doing so may affect nearby devices
  • Page 18 - English - : Getting Started Place the centre of the Galaxy Watch Active2s back on the device that functions as a wireless charging pad The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device model Adjust the device or Galaxy Watch Active2 to connect with each other properly Some features that work while wearing the Galaxy Watch Active2 are not available while sharing power The device that functions as a wireless charging pad After fully charging disconnect the Galaxy Watch Active2 from the device To charge properly do not move or use the device or Galaxy Watch Active2 while charging The power charged to your Galaxy Watch Active2 may be less than the amount shared to it by the device that is functioning as a wireless charging pad If you charge the Galaxy Watch Active2 while charging the device that functions as a wireless charging pad the charging speed may decrease or the Galaxy Watch Active2 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 For more information about available devices that functions as wireless charging pads refer to the Samsung website
  • Page 19 - English - : Getting Started Power saving mode Activate power saving mode to extend the batterys usage time Displays colours on the screen as grey tones Deactivates the mobile network and WiFi feature Limits all functions except for call message and notification features Limits the performance of the Galaxy Watch Active2s CPU On the Apps screen tap Settings Battery Power saving Alternatively tap on the quick panel to activate power saving mode Refer to Quick panel for more information about how to open the quick panel To deactivate this mode tap Turn off at the bottom of the power saving mode screen and tap Alternatively tap on the quick panel to deactivate power saving mode Wearing the Galaxy Watch Active2 Putting on the Galaxy Watch Active2 Open the buckle and place the band 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
  • Page 20 - English - : Getting Started Do not bend the band excessively Doing so may damage the Galaxy Watch Active2 To measure your heart rate more accurately with the Galaxy Watch Active2 wear the Galaxy Watch Active2 firmly around your lower arm just above the wrist Refer to Wearing the Galaxy Watch Active2 correctly for more information When certain materials come into contact with the back of the Galaxy Watch Active2 your Galaxy Watch Active2 may recognise that you are wearing it on your wrist If your Galaxy Watch Active2 does not register that a motion has occurred for more than 10 minutes your Galaxy Watch Active2 may recognise that you are not wearing it on your wrist Band tips and precautions When you wear the Galaxy Watch Active2 for a long time or do a highintensity exercise while wearing it skin irritation may occur due to friction and pressure If you wearing your Galaxy Watch Active2 for a long time remove the Galaxy Watch Active2 from your wrist and do not wear your Galaxy Watch Active2 for several hours 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 Galaxy Watch Active2 and wait 2 or 3 days for the symptoms to ease If the symptoms persist or worsen immediately call your doctor Make sure your skin is dry before wearing your Galaxy Watch Active2 If you wear a wet Galaxy Watch Active2 for a long time your skin may be affected If you use your Galaxy Watch Active2 in the water remove foreign materials from your skin and Galaxy Watch Active2 and dry them thoroughly to prevent the skin irritation Do not use any accessories except the Galaxy Watch Active2 in the water
  • Page 21 - English - : Getting Started Connecting or replacing the band Connect the band before using your Galaxy Watch Active2 You can detach the band from the Galaxy Watch Active2 and replace it with a new one The supplied band may vary depending on the region or model The supplied bands size may vary depending on the model Use the proper band which fits your models size Connecting the band Insert one end of the bands spring bar into the Galaxy Watch Active2s lug Slide the spring bar inwards and connect the band
  • Page 22 - English - : Getting Started Replacing the band Slide the bands spring bar inwards Pull the band away from the Galaxy Watch Active2s body Connect the new band to your Galaxy Watch Active2
  • Page 23 - English - : Getting Started Turning the Galaxy Watch Active2 on and off Press and hold the Home key Power key for a few seconds to turn on the Galaxy Watch Active2 When you turn on the Galaxy Watch Active2 for the first time or reset it onscreen instructions will appear to download and install the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device Refer to Connecting the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device for more information To turn off the Galaxy Watch Active2 press and hold the Home key Power key and then tap Power 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 Restarting the Galaxy Watch Active2 If your Galaxy Watch Active2 is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Home key Power key for more than 7 seconds to restart it
  • Page 24 - English - : Getting Started Connecting the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device Installing the Galaxy Wearable app You can use other various features after connecting your Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device To connect your Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device install the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device Depending on your mobile device you can download the Galaxy Wearable app from the following places Samsung Android devices Galaxy Store Play Store Other Android devices Play Store You cannot install the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile devices that do not support Galaxy Watch Active2 syncing Ensure that your mobile device is compatible with a Galaxy Watch Active2 Connecting the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device via Bluetooth Galaxy Watch Active2 Turn on the Galaxy Watch Active2 and swipe upwards from the bottom of the screen A screen will appear about downloading and installing the Galaxy Wearable app Tap to select a language to use and follow the onscreen instructions If you want to use your Galaxy Watch Active2 without connecting it to a mobile device refer to Using the Galaxy Watch Active2 without a mobile device Mobile device Launch the Galaxy Wearable app If necessary update the Galaxy Wearable app to the latest version
  • Page 25 - English - : Getting Started Tap Get started Select your device on the screen If you cannot find your device tap Mines not here Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the connection When completing the connection an onscreen tutorial will appear on both the Galaxy Watch Active2s screen and the mobile device Follow the onscreen instructions to learn the Galaxy Watch Active2s basic controls Connection methods and screen may vary depending on your mobile device and software version The Galaxy Watch Active2 is smaller than normal mobile devices so the network quality may be lower especially in areas with weak signals or poor reception When using your Galaxy Watch Active2 without connecting to a mobile device or when a Bluetooth connection is unavailable your cellular network or Internet connection may be poor or become disconnected When you connect your Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device for the first time after resetting it the Galaxy Watch Active2s battery may drain more quickly while syncing data such as contacts Supported mobile devices and features may vary depending on your region service provider or device manufacturer
  • Page 26 - English - : Getting Started Connecting the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a new mobile device When you connect the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a new mobile device the Galaxy Watch Active2 will be reset When the prompt appears before connecting your Galaxy Watch Active2 to a new mobile device tap Back up data to securely back up the stored data Refer to Managing the data in the Galaxy Watch Active2 for more information about backing up your Galaxy Watch Active2 On the Apps screen tap Settings Connect to new phone The connection between your Galaxy Watch Active2 and your mobile device will end After a light reset it will automatically enter Bluetooth pairing mode On your new mobile device launch the Galaxy Wearable app to connect to your Galaxy Watch Active2 If the mobile device you want to connect to is already connected to another device launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device and tap Add new device to connect with a new device Remote connection Your Galaxy Watch Active2 and mobile device are connected via Bluetooth When a Bluetooth connection is not available you can remotely connect the Galaxy Watch Active2 to your mobile device by using your Samsung account via the mobile network or the WiFi network This allows you to continue receiving notifications from your mobile device If this feature is not turned on launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device tap Home Account and backup and then tap the Remote connection switch to activate it
  • Page 27 - English - : Getting Started Using the Galaxy Watch Active2 without a mobile device You can use the Galaxy Watch Active2 without connecting it to a mobile device Use your Galaxy Watch Active2 conveniently without connecting to a mobile device while doing outdoor activities such as climbing a mountain or exercise You can set to use the Galaxy Watch Active2 without a mobile device when you turn on the Galaxy Watch Active2 for the first time or you reset it Some features are not available when you using your Galaxy Watch Active2 without connecting to a mobile device Visit wwwsamsungcom to view legal notices provided when setting Without phone connection mode for the first time Turn on the Galaxy Watch Active2 and swipe upwards from the bottom of the screen Tap and select a language to use Tap scroll down the screen and tap here Check the notice and tap Continue Read the compulsory terms and conditions and tap Agree Read the additional terms and conditions select the terms and conditions that you agree to and then tap Next Login with your Samsung account If you need to restore data restore another Galaxy Watch Active2s data stored in your Samsung account Connect to your mobile network This step does not appear when you use the Bluetooth model
  • Page 28 - English - : Getting Started Set a time zone date and time This step does not appear when you use the LTE model Set a PIN for restoring or backing up data On the Apps screen tap Settings Connect to phone and enter the PIN to connect the Galaxy Watch Active2 to a mobile device while using the Galaxy Watch Active2 without a mobile device Controlling the screen Bezel Your Galaxy Watch Active2s screen includes the bezel located on the edge of the screen Swipe the bezel clockwise or anticlockwise to easily control the Galaxy Watch Active2s various functions On the Apps screen tap Settings Advanced Touch bezel and tap the switch to activate it Do not use the bezel near magnetic fields as they may interfere with the bezels internal magnets and cause it to malfunction If the bezel does not work take it to a Samsung Service Centre without disassembling the Galaxy Watch Active2
  • Page 29 - English - : Getting Started Scrolling through screens Swipe the bezel to view other screens On the Watch screen swipe the bezel anticlockwise to view notifications Selecting an item Swipe the bezel to move from item to item When you swipe the bezel the highlight indicator will move in same direction and an item will be highlighted Adjusting the input value Swipe the bezel to adjust the volume or brightness When adjusting the brightness swipe the bezel clockwise to make the screen brighter
  • Page 30 - English - : Getting Started Touchscreen 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 burnin or ghosting The Galaxy Watch Active2 may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the touch input area It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen The touchscreen may not be available when water lock mode is activated Tapping To open an app to select a menu item or to press an onscreen button tap it with your finger
  • Page 31 - English - : Getting Started Tapping and holding Tap and hold the screen for two or more seconds to access the edit mode or to view available options Dragging To move an item tap and hold it and drag it to the target position
  • Page 32 - English - : Getting Started Doubletapping Doubletap on an image to zoom in or out Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart or pinch on an image to zoom in or out Swiping Swipe to the left or right to view other panels
  • Page 33 - English - : Getting Started Screen composition The Watch screen is the starting point for accessing all of the Galaxy Watch Active2s many screens You can view widgets or open the notification panel by swiping on the screen or bezel Notifications Watch Widgets Add widgets Available widgets notifications and their arrangement may vary depending on the software version Adding widgets You can add more widgets on the Home screen Scroll left on the screen tap and select a widget The selected widget will appear in a new panel Moving widgets Tap and hold a widget and then drag it to the desired location Removing widgets Tap and hold a widget and then tap
  • Page 34 - English - : Getting Started Turning the screen on and off To turn on the screen press the Home key or the Back key You can also turn on the screen by tapping it If the screen does not turn on after you tap the screen tap Settings on the Apps screen tap Advanced Touch wakeup and then tap the switch to activate the it To turn off the screen cover it with your palm Also the screen will automatically turn off if the Galaxy Watch Active2 is not used for a specified period You can also turn on the screen using the wakeup gesture feature On the Apps screen tap Settings Advanced Wakeup gesture and tap the switch to activate it Switching the screen Switching between the Watch and Apps screen To open the Apps screen press the Home key on the Watch screen To return to the Watch screen press the Home key An app Watch screen Apps screen View recent apps Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps installed on the Galaxy Watch Active2 To move to the next or previous app swipe the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen The available apps may vary depending on the software version
  • Page 35 - English - : Getting Started Opening apps On the Apps screen tap an app icon to launch the app To launch an app from the list of recently used apps tap Recent apps on the Apps screen Alternatively swipe the bezel clockwise or swipe on the screen to the left on the Watch screen and select the recently launched app or frequently used app from the App shortcuts widget to launch the app To add an app you want to the App shortcuts widget tap and add the app If there is no space to add the frequently used app tap and hold the screen tap Edit and then tap on the previously added app to add another app Closing apps On the Apps screen tap Recent apps Swipe the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen to move to the app to close Tap To close all running apps tap Close all Returning to the previous screen To return to the previous screen press the Back key
  • Page 36 - English - : Getting Started Lock screen Use the screen lock feature to protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your Galaxy Watch Active2 After activating the screen lock feature the Galaxy Watch Active2 will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it 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 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
  • Page 37 - English - : Getting Started Changing the watch face Tap and hold the Watch screen and swipe 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 bezel or swipe the screen to the left or right to move to desired option and then customise it To view and select the available watch faces tap and hold the Watch screen and rapidly swipe the bezel However the Customise feature will be unavailable To download more watch faces from the Galaxy Store app tap Galaxy Store You can also change the watch face On the Apps screen tap Settings Watch faces Select watch face You can also change the Galaxy Watch Active2s watch face from your mobile device Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device and tap Watch faces or Discover To download more watch faces from the Galaxy Store app tap Discover View more on Top watch faces
  • Page 38 - English - : Getting Started Customise a watch face with a photo Apply a photo as your watch face after importing a photo from your mobile device Refer to Importing images from your mobile device for more information about importing photos from a mobile device Tap and hold the Watch screen and swipe the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen and then tap Customise of the My Photo watch face Tap the screen and tap Add photo Select a photo to apply as a watch face and tap OK OK You can zoom in or out of the photo by swiping the bezel Alternatively doubletap the image spread two fingers apart or pinch an image When the photo is zoomed in swipe the screen to make a part of the photo appear on the screen To add extra photos swipe the bezel clockwise or swipe to the left on the screen and select Add photo Up to twenty photos can be added as the watch face The photos you add will rotate in a row Swipe the screen to change the colour or font and tap OK Activating the watch always on feature You can set the screen to always display the time when the screen is turned off while you are wearing your Galaxy Watch Active2 On the quick panel tap Alternatively on the Apps screen tap Settings Watch faces Watch always on and then tap the switch to activate it Watch only mode You can use your Galaxy Watch Active2 in watch only mode In watch only mode only the time will display and all other functions cannot be used On the quick panel tap Alternatively on the Apps screen tap Settings and tap Battery to open the battery management menu Then select Watch only and tap To deactivate watch only mode press and hold the Home key for more than three seconds
  • Page 39 - English - : Getting Started Notifications Notification panel Check a notification such as a new message or a missed call on the notification panel On the Watch screen swipe the bezel anticlockwise or swipe to the right on the screen to open the notification panel When there are unchecked notifications an orange dot will be visible on the Watch screen Notification indicator
  • Page 40 - English - : Getting Started 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 swipe the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen to view more notifications Tap the notification to view details Access additional options Deleting notifications Delete a notification by swiping upwards on the screen while viewing a notification
  • Page 41 - English - : Getting Started Selecting apps for receiving notifications Select an app from your mobile device to receive notifications on your Galaxy Watch Active2 Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Notifications and tap the switch Tap Apps to get notifications from and tap the switch next to apps to receive notifications from them on your Galaxy Watch Active2 Quick panel This panel allows you to view the Galaxy Watch Active2s current status and configure settings Swipe downwards from the top edge of the screen Swipe the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen to move to the next or previous quick panel Quick setting icons Indicator icons Galaxy Watch Active2s connection status Battery power level icon
  • Page 42 - English - : Getting Started Checking the indicator icons Indicator icons appear at the top of the quick panel and let you know the Galaxy Watch Active2s current status The icons listed in the table below are most common The indicator icons may appear differently depending on the region service provider or model Icon Meaning Bluetooth connected Bluetooth disconnected Signal strength Bluetooth headset connected 3G network connected LTE network connected WiFi connected Battery power level 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 the quick setting icons for more information about adding the new icons on the quick panel Icon Meaning Activate goodnight mode Adjust the brightness Open the volume menu Activate do not disturb mode Activate the watch always on feature Launch the Settings app Activate theatre mode
  • Page 43 - English - : Getting Started Icon Meaning Activate the flash feature Activate power saving mode Activate flight mode Activate water lock mode Connect the WiFi network or connect the WiFi network automatically Connect the Bluetooth headset Activate the location information feature Open the battery management menu Launch the Find My Phone app Activate sound vibrate or silent mode Connect the mobile network only for LTE models Activate the NFC feature Play or pause music Activate the touch sensitivity feature Editing the quick setting icons You can edit the icons on the quick panel Adding a quick setting icon Tap and hold a quick setting icon on the quick panel and tap then select a feature you want to add on the quick panel The icon for the feature you select will be added on the quick panel Removing a quick setting icon Tap and hold a quick setting icon you want to delete on the quick panel and tap The quick setting icon will be removed You can also edit the quick panel On the Apps screen tap Settings Advanced Edit quick settings
  • Page 44 - English - : Getting Started Activating goodnight mode Activate goodnight mode for sleeping On the quick panel tap 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 Also the wakeup gesture feature and watch always on feature will be deactivated automatically Adjusting the brightness You can adjust the Galaxy Watch Active2s brightness as desired On the quick panel tap and adjust the brightness by swiping the bezel or tapping or Opening the volume menu Adjust the volume level of the Galaxy Watch Active2 On the quick panel tap swipe the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen to move to desired volume option and then adjust the volume by swiping the bezel or tapping or When the Voice Assistant feature is activated you can also adjust the accessibility volume Activating do not disturb mode 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 On the quick panel tap and select the do not disturb option you want The icon will appear at the top of the Watch screen
  • Page 45 - English - : Getting Started Activating the watch always on feature Set the screen to always display the time when the screen is turned off while you are wearing your Galaxy Watch Active2 On the quick panel tap If you activate this feature the battery will drain more quickly than normal Launching the Settings app Launch the Settings app to configure the Galaxy Watch Active2s various features On the quick panel tap The Settings app will launch Activating theatre mode Activate theatre mode for watching movies On the quick panel tap and select the theatre mode option you want The icon will appear at the top of the Watch screen Incoming calls will be muted and the screen will not turn on when receiving incoming calls Also all notifications will be muted including alarms and the screen will not turn on when notifications are received or when there is an alarm Also the wakeup gesture feature and watch always on feature will be deactivated automatically Activating the flash feature You can use the Galaxy Watch Active2s screen as a flash On the quick panel tap Tap the screen to adjust the flash brightness Activating power saving mode Activate power saving mode to restrict some Galaxy Watch Active2 features and reduce the battery usage On the quick panel tap Displays colours on the screen as grey tones Refer to Power saving mode for more information
  • Page 46 - English - : Getting Started Activating the flight mode Activate the flight mode when you board an aeroplane Activating this feature will restrict apps that require an network connection but allow you to use other features as normal On the quick panel tap The icon will appear at the top of the Watch screen Activating water lock mode Activate water lock mode when you exercise in water On the quick panel tap The touchscreen the wakeup gesture feature and the watch always on feature will be deactivated automatically Press and hold the Home key until the circle disappears to turn off water lock mode Connecting to a WiFi network Connect to a WiFi network manually or set the WiFi network to connect automatically On the quick panel tap or The WiFi network will be connected or disconnected The WiFi network will be connected automatically when appears does not appear and the WiFi network does not connect automatically when you use the Galaxy Watch Active2 without connecting to a mobile device Connecting the Bluetooth headset Connect the Bluetooth headset and you can listen music and have a phone conversations through it On the quick panel tap The Bluetooth feature is activated and the available Bluetooth headsets list will be searched If the previously used Bluetooth is available it will be connected automatically Activating the location information feature Activate the location information to use GPS data and location data with certain apps On the quick panel tap
  • Page 47 - English - : Getting Started Opening the battery management menu Open the battery management menu to manage the battery consumption easily On the quick panel tap The battery management menu will be appear Launching the Find My Phone app Launch the Find My Phone app and find your mobile device when you misplace it On the quick panel tap The mobile device will emit sound and turn on the screen Refer to Find My Phone for more information This feature is not displayed when you use the Galaxy Watch Active2 without connecting to a mobile device Activating sound vibrate or silent mode Activate sound vibrate or silent mode On the quick panel tap or Connecting to a mobile network You can connect to a mobile network On the quick panel tap Your Galaxy Watch Active2 will be connected to the mobile network This feature is not displayed on the Bluetooth model Activating the NFC feature Activate the NFC feature On the quick panel tap The NFC feature can be used conveniently with the NFC antenna Refer to NFC for more information
  • Page 48 - English - : Getting Started Playing or pausing music Play or pause music On the quick panel tap or Music is played or paused on the Galaxy Watch Active2 or the connected mobile device You can also listen to music after connecting the Bluetooth headset Activating the touch sensitivity feature Activate the touch sensitivity feature to use the touchscreen while wearing gloves On the quick panel tap Depending on the type of gloves the touchscreen might not recognise your touch and the feature may not activate Entering text Introduction A text input screen will appear when you are able to enter text such as when sending a message The text input screen may be different depending on the app you launch When the Galaxy Watch Active2 is connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth the language settings applied on the mobile device are applied to the Galaxy Watch Active2 Use the voice input Insert emoticons Insert a text template Open handwriting input mode or the keyboard
  • Page 49 - English - : Getting Started Using the voice input Tap and speak to enter your message To change the language recognised tap Input languages Recognising voice input Access additional options This feature is not supported in some languages Tips for better voice recognition Speak clearly Speak in quiet places Do not use offensive or slang words Avoid speaking in dialectal accents The Galaxy Watch Active2 may not recognise your spoken message depending on your surroundings or how you speak
  • Page 50 - English - : Getting Started Using emoticons Tap and select the category The emoticon list of the selected category will appear To draw a picture tap Doodle at the top of the screen and draw your message Swipe the bezel anticlockwise bezel or tap while the touch bezel feature is deactivated to delete your input stroke by stroke To recover a stroke swipe the bezel clockwise or tap while the touch bezel feature is deactivated Using handwriting input mode or the keyboard Using handwriting input mode Tap to open handwriting mode and write on the screen This feature may not be available depending on the region
  • Page 51 - English - : Getting Started Using the keyboard Tap to open the keyboard If handwriting input mode appears swipe on the screen to the right from the left edge of the text input screen and select The keyboard will appear Text entry is not supported in some languages To enter text you must change the input language to one of the supported languages The keyboard layout may differ depending on the region Delete a preceding character Enter uppercase For all caps tap it twice Enter a space Changing the input language Drag the space key to the left or right while tapping and holding it to change the input language in text mode To add more languages swipe the screen to the right from the left edge of the text input screen Then tap Input languages Languages and select a language to add You can use up to two languages Changing the input mode Swipe the screen to the right from the left edge of the text input screen and select an input mode you want You can switch between text mode emoticon mode number mode voice input mode handwriting mode and punctuation mode Handwriting input mode may not be available depending on the region