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USER MANUAL

English. 07/2020. Rev.1.0

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Summary of Contents for Galaxy Watch3

Page 1: ...www samsung com USER MANUAL English 07 2020 Rev 1 0 SM R840 SM R850 SM R845F SM R855F ...

Page 2: ...ling the GalaxyWearable app 24 Connecting the GalaxyWatch3 to a mobile device via Bluetooth 26 Remote connection 26 Using the GalaxyWatch3 without a mobile device 27 Controlling the screen 27 Bezel 29 Touchscreen 31 Screen composition 31 Turning the screen on and off 32 Switching the screen 34 Lock screen 35 Watch 35 Watch screen 35 Changing the watch face 36 Activating the watch always on feature...

Page 3: ...questing an SOS 92 Requesting an SOS when you are hurt from a fall 93 PPT Controller 93 Introduction 93 Connecting your GalaxyWatch3 to a device via Bluetooth 95 Setting the alarm functions Apps and features 49 Messages 51 Phone 51 Introduction 51 Receiving calls 52 Making calls 52 Options during calls 53 Contacts 55 Samsung Pay 56 Samsung Health 56 Introduction 57 Daily activity 58 Steps 60 Exerc...

Page 4: ...96 Voice Recorder 96 Introduction 96 Making voice recordings 97 Changing the recording mode 97 Galaxy Store 98 Settings 98 Introduction 98 Watch faces 98 Apps 100 Sound and vibration 101 Display 102 Advanced 103 Connections 107 General 109 Accessibility 109 Security and privacy 110 Location 110 Account Account and backup 111 Battery 112 About watch 112 Connect to new phone 112 Connect to phone Gal...

Page 5: ... will affect the overall performance of the device Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device s specifications and the environment that it is used in Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified opera...

Page 6: ...hscreen for extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the GalaxyWatch3 You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it Tap Settings on the GalaxyWatch3 s 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 brightn...

Page 7: ... thoroughly with a clean soft cloth If you do not follow these instructions the device s performance and appearance may be affected Do not disassemble your device The water and dust resistant 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 water resistant...

Page 8: ...to ensure your GalaxyWatch3 functions correctly and maintains its appearance Failure to do so may damage the GalaxyWatch3 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 GalaxyWatch3 and remove the band before cleaning it Prevent the device from being exposed to dust sweat ink oil an...

Page 9: ...through the internal and external certificate authorities including the test for all materials which contact with skin skin toxicity test and the GalaxyWatch3 wearing test The GalaxyWatch3 includes nickel Take the necessary precautions if your skin is hypersensitive or you have an allergy to any materials found on the GalaxyWatch3 Nickel The GalaxyWatch3 contains a small amount of nickel which is ...

Page 10: ...t 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 GalaxyWatch3 before purchase Except for the GalaxyWatch3 some supplied items and accessories may not have the same water and dust resistance certification Use only Samsung approve...

Page 11: ...ch3 Back key Home key Power key Bezel Touch screen Atmospheric pressure sensor NFC antenna Light sensor SM R840 SM R850 GPS antenna SM R845F SM R855F LTE GPS antenna Optical heart rate sensor Speaker Band Pressure vent Microphone ...

Page 12: ...tch3 with its 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 GalaxyWatch3 If you cover the GalaxyWatch3 s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features such...

Page 13: ...her screen Back key Press to return to the previous screen Home key Back key Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the GalaxyWatch3 Setting the Home key Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Home key twice or pressing and holding the Home key On the Apps screen tap Settings Advanced Home key Double press or Press and hold and then selec...

Page 14: ...reless 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 easily accessible while charging The GalaxyWatch3 has a built in wireless charging coil You can charge the battery by using a wireless charg...

Page 15: ...is connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the GalaxyWatch3 If you use multiple apps at once network apps or apps that need a connection to another device the battery will drain quickly To avoid losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging the battery Using a power source other than the charger such as a computer may result...

Page 16: ...reless charging pad Depending on the type of cover being used theWireless 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 earphones or Bluetooth headset while sharing power Doing so may affect nearby devices 1 Turn on theWireless PowerShare feature on the dev...

Page 17: ...rging 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 websi...

Page 18: ...your GalaxyWatch3 may recognise that you are not wearing it on your wrist Band tips and precautions When you wear the GalaxyWatch3 for a long time or do a high intensity exercise while wearing it skin irritation may occur due to friction and pressure If you wearing your GalaxyWatch3 for a long time remove the GalaxyWatch3 from your wrist and do not wear your GalaxyWatch3 for several hours Skin irr...

Page 19: ...h3 and replace it with a new one The supplied band may vary depending on the region or model The supplied band s size may vary depending on the model Use the proper band which fits your model s size Connecting the band 1 Insert one end of the band s spring bar into the GalaxyWatch3 s lug 2 Slide the spring bar inwards and connect the band 1 2 ...

Page 20: ...Getting Started 20 Replacing the band 1 Slide the band s spring bar inwards 2 Pull the band away from the GalaxyWatch3 s body 3 Connect the new band to your GalaxyWatch3 ...

Page 21: ...st as shown in the figure below Rear Optical heart rate sensor If you fasten the GalaxyWatch3 too tightly the skin irritation may occur and if you fasten it too loosely friction may occur Do not look directly at the optical heart rate sensor s lights Doing so may impair your vision Make sure children do not look directly at the lights If your GalaxyWatch3 becomes hot to the touch please remove it ...

Page 22: ...iness of the sensor area In addition if your heart rate is extremely high or low measurements may be inaccurate Users with thin wrists may receive inaccurate heart rate measurements when the device is loose causing the light to be reflected unevenly If heart rate measurement is not working properly adjust the position of the device s optical heart rate sensor to the right left up or down on your w...

Page 23: ...our mobile device Refer to Connecting the GalaxyWatch3 to a mobile device for more information Turning the GalaxyWatch3 off 1 To turn off the GalaxyWatch3 press and hold the Home key and the Back key simultaneously Alternatively open the quick panel by dragging downwards from the top of the screen and tap Back key Home key 2 Tap Power off You can set the GalaxyWatch3 to turn off when you press and...

Page 24: ...g Ensure that your mobile device is compatible with a GalaxyWatch3 When using an iOS mobile device launch the App Store app on the iPhone 5 or a later model or a device that supports the iOS 9 or higher and install the Galaxy Wearable app to connect with your GalaxyWatch3 Some features may not be available Connecting the GalaxyWatch3 to a mobile device via Bluetooth 1 Turn on the GalaxyWatch3 and ...

Page 25: ... be poor or become disconnected When you connect your GalaxyWatch3 to a mobile device for the first time after resetting it the GalaxyWatch3 s 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 Connecting the GalaxyWatch3 to a new mobile device When you connect the Galaxy...

Page 26: ... connection switch to activate it Using the GalaxyWatch3 without a mobile device You can use the GalaxyWatch3 without connecting it to a mobile device Use your Galaxy Watch3 conveniently without connecting to a mobile device while doing outdoor activities such as climbing a mountain or exercise You can set to use the GalaxyWatch3 without a mobile device when you turn on the GalaxyWatch3 for the fi...

Page 27: ... from the foreign materials like dust or sand Do not use the bezel near magnetic fields as they may interfere with the bezel s internal magnets and cause it to malfunction If the bezel does not work take it to a Samsung Service Centre without disassembling the GalaxyWatch3 Scrolling through screens Rotate the bezel to view other screens On theWatch screen rotate the bezel anticlockwise to view not...

Page 28: ...item When you rotate the bezel the highlight indicator will move in same direction and an item will be highlighted Adjusting the input value Rotate the bezel to adjust the volume or brightness When adjusting the brightness rotate the bezel clockwise to make the screen brighter ...

Page 29: ...ouchscreen do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods Doing so may result in afterimages screen burn in or ghosting The GalaxyWatch3 may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the touch input area It is recommende...

Page 30: ...mode or to view available options Dragging To move an item tap and hold it and drag it to the target position Double tapping Double tap 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 31: ... dragging it to the desired location To remove a widget tap and hold a widget and then tap Turning the screen on and off Turning the screen on Use the following methods to turn the screen on Turn the screen on with the keys Press the Home key or Back key Turn the screen on with the bezel Rotate the bezel If the screen does not turn on after you rotate the bezel tap Settings on the Apps screen tap ...

Page 32: ... the screen will automatically turn off if the GalaxyWatch3 is not used for a specified period Switching the screen Switching between theWatch and Apps screen To open the Apps screen press the Home key on theWatch screen To return to theWatch 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 GalaxyWat...

Page 33: ...uts 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 1 On the Apps screen tap Recent apps 2 Rotate the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen to move to the app to close 3 Swipe upward...

Page 34: ...k code whenever you use it Setting the screen lock On the Apps screen tap Settings Security and privacy 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 You can enter the PIN by rotating the bezel Rotate the bezel to move to the number you want to enter When the colour of the number button chan...

Page 35: ... move to option you want and then select the desired colour or font by rotating the bezel or swiping upwards or downwards on the screen To view and select from the available watch faces on one screen tap and hold theWatch screen and rapidly rotate the bezel However the Customise feature will be unavailable You can download more watch faces from the Galaxy Store app You can also change the watch fa...

Page 36: ...oto Up to twenty photos can be added as the watch face The photos you add will rotate in a row 4 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 GalaxyWatch3 Open the quick panel by dragging downwards from the top of the screen and tap Alternati...

Page 37: ...re are unchecked notifications an orange dot will be visible on theWatch screen Notification indicator Viewing incoming notifications When you receive a notification information about the notification such as its type or the time you received it will appear on the screen If more than two notifications are received rotate the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen to view more notificati...

Page 38: ...ion Selecting apps for receiving notifications Select an app from your mobile device to receive notifications on your GalaxyWatch3 1 Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Notifications and tap the switch 2 Tap See all All and tap the switch next to apps to receive notifications from the apps list ...

Page 39: ...xt or previous quick panel Quick setting icons Indicator icons GalaxyWatch3 s connection status Battery power level icon Checking the indicator icons Indicator icons appear at the top of the quick panel and let you know the GalaxyWatch3 s 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 I...

Page 40: ...Activate goodnight mode Activate sound vibrate or silent mode Access the power options Activate do not disturb mode Activate the watch always on feature Launch the Settings app Activate theatre mode Open the volume menu Open the battery menu Adjust the brightness Activate water lock mode Connect theWi Fi network or connect theWi Fi network automatically Connect the Bluetooth headset Activate the f...

Page 41: ...ck setting icon will be removed You can also edit the quick panel On the Apps screen tap Settings Advanced Edit quick panel 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 notific...

Page 42: ...ings app to configure the GalaxyWatch3 s 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 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 r...

Page 43: ...water lock mode Connecting to aWi Fi network Connect to aWi Fi network manually or set theWi Fi network to connect automatically On the quick panel tap or TheWi Fi network will be connected or disconnected The previously connectedWi Fi network will be automatically reconnected to when appears does not appear and theWi Fi network does not connect automatically when you use the GalaxyWatch3 without ...

Page 44: ...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 make a sound and vibrate and the screen will turn on Refer to Find My Phone for more information This feature is not displayed when you use the GalaxyWatch3 without connecting to a mobile device Activating the location information feature Activate the location in...

Page 45: ...e device You can also listen to music after connecting the Bluetooth headset Activating power saving mode Activate power saving mode to restrict some GalaxyWatch3 features and reduce the battery usage On the quick panel tap Refer to Power saving mode for more information Activating the touch sensitivity feature Activate the touch sensitivity feature to use the touchscreen while wearing gloves On t...

Page 46: ...e GalaxyWatch3 is connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth the language settings applied on the mobile device are applied to the GalaxyWatch3 Use the voice input Insert emoticons or stickers Insert a text template Open handwriting input mode or the keyboard Using the voice input Tap and speak to enter your message To change the language recognised tap Input languages Recognising voice input Acce...

Page 47: ...on tap and select the category The emoticon list of the selected category will appear To enter a sticker tap Your mobile device s stickers will be synced with your Galaxy Watch3 automatically when it has more than 15 of its battery power remaining If it is not synced automatically follow the instructions in the notice to import the stickers from your mobile device manually Using handwriting input ...

Page 48: ...s 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 To add more languages rotate the bezel to switch to number mode punctuation mode or emoticon mode Then tap Input languages Languages and select a language to add You can use up to two languages Changing the input mode You can switch between text...

Page 49: ...n to the right on theWatch screen to open the notification panel and view a new message 2 Scroll through the message list and then select a contact to view your conversations To view a message on your mobile device tap rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen and then tap Show on phone To reply a message select an input mode and enter your message Sending messages You may incur...

Page 50: ... voice you can select between text and audio for the message format If the message format selection screen does not appear on the Apps screen tap Settings Apps Messages and then tap the Send as audio switch to activate it Deleting messages 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen 2 Scroll through the message list and then select a contact to view your conversations 3 Tap and hold a message then tap Delet...

Page 51: ...nal microphone speaker or a connected Bluetooth headset Rejecting a call You can reject incoming calls and send a rejection message to the caller When a call comes in rotate the bezel anticlockwise Alternatively drag outside the large circle To send a message when rejecting an incoming call swipe upwards from the bottom edge of the screen and select the message you want Missed calls If a call is m...

Page 52: ...el or scroll through the contact list select a contact and then tap Rotate the bezel or scroll through the log list select a log entry and then tap Options during calls Using the call screen The following actions are available Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you Transfer calls to the mobile device Adjust the volume End the current call Access additional options ...

Page 53: ...available when you use the LTE model without connecting to a mobile device Contacts You can make a call or send a message to a contact The contacts saved on your mobile device will be also saved to your GalaxyWatch3 after you connect them Tap Contacts on the Apps screen The favourites list contacts on the mobile device will display on the top of the contacts list Use one of the following search me...

Page 54: ... Using widgets for more information Up to four contacts can be added on the widget Adding medical information to my profile Add medical information to my profile for the rescuer to quickly see it in an emergency On your mobile device launch the Contacts app select your profile and then enter your medical information To view your medical information on your GalaxyWatch3 on the Apps screen tap Conta...

Page 55: ...g pay This app s availability and supported features may vary depending on the region or service provider The procedures for the initial setup and card registration may vary depending on the region or service provider Setting up Samsung Pay 1 On your mobile device launch the GalaxyWearable app 2 Tap Samsung Pay and follow the on screen instruction to complete your card registration Making payments...

Page 56: ...hile wearing the GalaxyWatch3 the automatic exercise recognition feature will be activated Also the GalaxyWatch3 will notify you and show you some stretching motions to follow or it will show you a screen encouraging you to take a light stroll when the GalaxyWatch3 recognises inactivity for more than one hour When your GalaxyWatch3 recognises you are driving it may not display an encouraging messa...

Page 57: ...ty Check your daily calories burned through activities you did throughout your day As you approach your calorie goal the graph will increase Work out Check your total workout times for activities you did throughout your day Times for various exercises will be recognised automatically and the times for manually started exercises will be included As you approach your workout goal the graph will incr...

Page 58: ...eaching a target you set rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the daily activity tracker screen tap Settings and then tap the Notifications switch to activate it Steps The GalaxyWatch3 counts the number of steps you have taken measures the distance travelled and records how many floors you climb Measuring your step count distance you walk and floors you climb Tap Samsung Health on the...

Page 59: ...oors measured may not be accurate depending on the environment the user s movements and the conditions of buildings The floors measured may not be accurate if water shower and water activity or foreign materials enter the atmospheric pressure sensor If there is any detergent sweat or raindrops on the GalaxyWatch3 rinse it with clean water and dry the atmospheric pressure sensor thoroughly before u...

Page 60: ...tions Avoid using the device in cold weather If possible use the device indoors If you use the device outside in cold weather cover the GalaxyWatch3 with your sleeves before using it Starting the exercises 1 Tap Samsung Health on the Apps screen 2 Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen open the exercise tracker screen and then tap Work out Rotate the bezel clockwise or swipe ...

Page 61: ...his feature will cause the battery to drain more quickly Deactivate this feature during long term exercise activities Auto pause Set the GalaxyWatch3 s exercise feature to pause automatically when you stop working out Auto lap Set to record the lap time manually by pressing the Back key twice or automatically at regular distances times or intervals while working out Guide frequency Set to receive ...

Page 62: ...toWearing the GalaxyWatch3 correctly for more information Do not move until your heart rate displays on the screen so it can be measured more accurately Your heart rate may not be visible temporarily due to various conditions such as the environment your physical state or how the GalaxyWatch3 is worn When you select Swimming pool or Swimming outdoor water lock mode will be activated automatically ...

Page 63: ...he Back key to pause the exercise To restart the exercise tap the Back key again after pausing the exercise To finish exercising tap Finish after pausing the exercise To finish swimming press and hold the Home key to pause the exercise and deactivate water lock mode at the same time Then tap Finish 10Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen after finishing the exercise and view...

Page 64: ...nt how many times you repeat the motion with beeping and voice guidance 1 Tap Samsung Health on the Apps screen 2 Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen open the exercise tracker screen and then tap Work out 3 Tap on the repetitive exercise type you want from the exercise type list The screen where you can set the details of the exercise such as the target will appear When yo...

Page 65: ...ut screen 7 Tap to start exercising Tap OK and get into the proper position to start by following the pose on the screen 8 Counting will begin with beeping and voice guidance Take a rest after completing a set Or tap Skip if you want to skip to the next set The exercise will begin after you get into the proper position to start it by following the pose on the screen 9 Press the Back key to pause t...

Page 66: ... Automatic exercise recognition Once you have engaged in an activity for more than ten minutes while wearing the Galaxy Watch3 it automatically recognises that you are exercising and records exercise information such as the exercise type duration and calories burned When you stop doing some exercises for more than one minute the GalaxyWatch3 automatically recognises that you have stopped exercisin...

Page 67: ...ity are the result of the exercise or other activities you do Sleep Analyse your sleep and record it by measuring your heart rate and your movement while you are sleeping The sleep pattern will have its four states Awake REM Light Deep analysed by using your movement and changes in your heart rate A graph will be provided with recommended ranges for each measured sleep state If your heart rate is ...

Page 68: ...alaxyWatch3 The GalaxyWatch3 will start to measure your sleep 2 Tap Samsung Health on the Apps screen after you wake up 3 Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen and open the sleep tracker screen 4 View all information related to your measured sleep ...

Page 69: ...fferent from the expected heart rate rest for 30 minutes and then measure it again During winter or in cold weather keep yourself warm when measuring your heart rate Smoking or consuming alcohol before taking measurements may cause your heart rate to be different from your normal heart rate Do not talk yawn or breathe deeply while taking heart rate measurements Doing so may cause your heart rate t...

Page 70: ...te To view weekly records with a graph rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen Measuring your heart rate continuously You can set your GalaxyWatch3 to automatically measure your heart rate continuously On the heart rate tracker screen rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards tap HR and stress measurement and then select Measure continuously Your heart rate will be measur...

Page 71: ... are sleeping working out moving a lot or immediately after you finish a workout To measure your heart rate more accurately with the GalaxyWatch3 wear the GalaxyWatch3 firmly around your lower arm just above the wrist Refer toWearing the GalaxyWatch3 correctly for more information This feature may not be available depending on the region Measuring your stress level 1 Tap Samsung Health on the Apps...

Page 72: ... you eat in a day and compare with your target or the daily recommended calories to get help to manage your weight Your calorie intake target is synced with your weight management goal To change the calorie intake target change the goal weight in the Samsung Health app on your connected mobile device Recording the calories 1 Tap Samsung Health on the Apps screen 2 Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards...

Page 73: ...d tap Delete today s log 2 Select data to delete and tap Delete Weight management Check the calories you intake and the calories burned through exercise or other activities you do throughout your day and helps you to reach the goal weight you set You can also check the weight you entered in the Samsung Health app on your connected mobile device Set your goal weight in the Samsung Health app on you...

Page 74: ...ezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen Water Record and track how many glasses of water you drink Recording water consumption 1 Tap Samsung Health on the Apps screen 2 Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen and open the water tracker screen 3 Tap when you drink a glass of water If you accidentally added an incorrect value you can fix it by tapping To view weekly rec...

Page 75: ...f coffee you drink Recording your coffee consumption 1 Tap Samsung Health on the Apps screen 2 Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen and open the caffeine tracker screen 3 Tap when you drink a cup of coffee If you accidentally added an incorrect value you can fix it by tapping To view weekly records with a graph rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen Se...

Page 76: ...Apps screen 2 Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen and open the together screen Tap the screen to view detailed information such as your or your friends challenges status or you or your friends step count ranking for the seven day challenge Women s health Enter your menstrual period to begin tracking your cycle When you are managing and tracking your menstrual cycle you can...

Page 77: ... on the screen and then tap Settings Profile Enter your profile information such as your gender height and weight Units Set the unit to use in the Samsung Health app of your GalaxyWatch3 Workout detection Set your GalaxyWatch3 to recognise your workout automatically Inactive time alerts Alerts you of your inactive time when you are not moving for a period of time while wearing your GalaxyWatch3 HR...

Page 78: ...evice s GPS Activate the mobile device s location feature to use the GPS sensor The GPS antenna in your GalaxyWatch3 will be used when using the Samsung Health feature even though your GalaxyWatch3 is connected to your mobile device GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Music Introd...

Page 79: ...content to your watch 3 Tap Add tracks 4 Select a category at the bottom of the screen select files and then tap Done To sync music in your mobile device with your GalaxyWatch3 tap the Auto sync switch under Music The music in your mobile device will be synced automatically with your Galaxy Watch3 when it has more than 15 of remaining battery power Playing music with your GalaxyWatch3 Play music s...

Page 80: ...c or radio using the GalaxyWatch3 by itself You must download music or a radio streaming app on the GalaxyWatch3 On the Apps screen tap Galaxy Store Browse and download music or a radio streaming app in Galaxy Store and launch the app Reminder Add reminders for events such as buying tickets going to the laundromat or taking medicine without using your calendar app You can set up notifications to r...

Page 81: ...heWatch screen to open the notification panel and view a reminder All reminders on your GalaxyWatch3 will be synced with the connected mobile device automatically so that you can receive alarms and check them from the mobile device Select a reminder from the reminder list and tap Edit time to set a reminder again Completing or deleting the reminder When you have finished your task you can set the ...

Page 82: ...r The current day s events list will be shown 3 Tap to add the schedule If you have a saved schedule tap Create on the top of the list 4 Enter event details and tap Save Bixby Introduction Bixby is a voice service that helps you use the GalaxyWatch3 more conveniently You can talk to Bixby to launch a function or provide you with information Bixby may not be available when you use the GalaxyWatch3 ...

Page 83: ... 1 Press and hold the Home key Alternatively tap Bixby on the Apps screen Home key 2 Select the language to use with Bixby and tap 3 Check your registered Samsung account and tap If your Samsung account is not registered on your mobile device you cannot use Bixby Before using Bixby register your Samsung account on your mobile device first 4 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup T...

Page 84: ...y what you want For example say How s the weather today The weather information will appear on the screen with voice feedback How s the weather today Corresponding function launched Listening Starting a conversation If you want to know the weather tomorrow while pressing and holding the Home key just say Tomorrow Because Bixby understands the context of the conversation it will show you tomorrow s...

Page 85: ...nformation rotate the bezel clockwise or swipe the screen to the left tap Add location and then add the city from the connected mobile device You cannot add a city when you use the GalaxyWatch3 without connecting to a mobile device Alarm Set alarms and manage them Setting alarms 1 Tap Alarm on the Apps screen 2 Tap Add If you have a saved alarm tap Add on the top of the alarms list 3 Tap the input...

Page 86: ...d then tap Delete World clock Creating world clocks 1 Tap World clock on the Apps screen 2 Tap Add If you have a saved world clock tap Add on the clocks list 3 Rotate the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen and select a time zone on the map You can also tap All cities and tap Search to search for a city or select a city from the list 4 Tap the city name representing the selected time...

Page 87: ... set the duration and tap Start Or select a frequently used timer 4 Drag outside the large circle when timer goes off Alternatively rotate the bezel Stopwatch 1 Tap Stopwatch on the Apps screen 2 Tap Start to time an event To record lap times while timing and event tap Lap 3 Tap Stop to stop timing To restart the timing tap Resume To clear lap times tap Reset ...

Page 88: ...uto sync switch under Images tap Albums to sync select albums to import to your GalaxyWatch3 and then tap Done The selected albums will be automatically synced with your GalaxyWatch3 when it has more than 15 of remaining battery power Exporting images to your mobile device 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen 2 Tap and hold the image to export it 3 Rotate the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the...

Page 89: ... in on or out from an image While viewing an image double tap the image quickly spread your two fingers apart or pinch on an image to zoom in or out When an image is magnified you can view the rest of the image by scrolling around the screen Deleting images 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen 2 Tap and hold the image to delete it 3 Rotate the bezel or swipe to the left or right on the screen and sele...

Page 90: ...g the location of your mobile device Tap Locate phone The GalaxyWatch3 will display your mobile device s location Find MyWatch If you misplace your GalaxyWatch3 the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device can help you find it This feature is not available when you use the GalaxyWatch3 without connecting to a mobile device 1 Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Find My ...

Page 91: ...tion to the previously registered contacts by quickly pressing the GalaxyWatch3 s Home key three times or you can set your GalaxyWatch3 to send an SOS message automatically when you are hurt from a fall and your GalaxyWatch3 recognises it Also you can set the GalaxyWatch3 to automatically make an emergency call to a previously registered contact If the GPS feature is not activated on your GalaxyWa...

Page 92: ...give you time to cancel the message after quickly pressing the GalaxyWatch3 s Home key three times tap the Count down before sending switch to activate it Sending an SOS request In an emergency quickly press the GalaxyWatch3 s Home key three times The SOS message will be sent and the emergency call will be made to the previously registered contacts if the Make SOS calls feature is activated The ic...

Page 93: ...have been hurt in a fall if you are doing a high impact exercise If it is so cancel the alert to not send the SOS message PPT Controller Introduction You can control the PPT slides on your connected mobile device or newly connected computer with your GalaxyWatch3 after connecting the GalaxyWatch3 to a device Connecting your GalaxyWatch3 to a device via Bluetooth 1 Tap PPT Controller on the Apps sc...

Page 94: ...de Swipe upwards from the bottom edge of the screen tap Touchpad and then move your finger on the GalaxyWatch3 s screen to control the cursor on your connected device The GalaxyWatch3 s screen may turn off while you are controlling the PPT slides with the GalaxyWatch3 To set the screen to always stay on tap Screen always on and tap the Screen always on switch to activate it 7 Swipe upwards from th...

Page 95: ...vely tap Custom tap the input field rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to set the alarm time and then tap Set Setting interval alerts Set regular interval alerts on your GalaxyWatch3 in advance to receive alerts 1 Tap rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen and then select Interval alerts 2 Tap the Interval alerts switch to activate it 3 Tap Interval ...

Page 96: ...Making voice recordings 1 Tap Voice Recorder on the Apps screen 2 Tap to start recording Speak into the GalaxyWatch3 s microphone Tap to pause recording Tap to finish recording without saving it Change the recording mode Start recording 3 Tap to finish recording The recording file will be saved automatically 4 To listen to the recorded sound tap Play ...

Page 97: ...this feature tap Language to set the voice memo system language Galaxy Store Download specialised apps and watch faces on your GalaxyWatch3 not through the connected mobile device On the Apps screen tap Galaxy Store Rotate the bezel or swipe upwards or downwards on the screen to scroll through the list and select an app to download or watch face or tap Search to search for apps by keyword Rotate t...

Page 98: ...The Watch always on feature only works while you are wearing the Galaxy Watch3 Watch face order Select how to arrange the watch faces Notification indicator Set the GalaxyWatch3 to display an orange dot on theWatch screen to alert you to notifications that you have not checked Show status Set the status indicators to display on theWatch screen Ongoing icons Set the icons that show the currently us...

Page 99: ...p Apps Permissions Call Change the call feature settings On the Settings screen tap Apps Call Call will not be displayed on the Bluetooth model Some options will not be displayed depending on the region or service provider Preferred number Select the phone number you wish to use to make calls You can select the connected mobile device s phone number or GalaxyWatch3 s phone number Also you can choo...

Page 100: ...ill not be displayed when using your GalaxyWatch3 without connecting it to a mobile device Sound and vibration Change the GalaxyWatch3 s sound and vibration settings On the Settings screen tap Sound and vibration Some options will not be displayed on the Bluetooth model Sound mode Set the GalaxyWatch3 to use sound mode silent mode or vibrate mode Vibrate with sound Set the GalaxyWatch3 to vibrate ...

Page 101: ...nge the GalaxyWatch3 s display settings and the Apps screen On the Settings screen tap Display Brightness Adjust the brightness for the display Auto low brightness Set the GalaxyWatch3 to automatically adjust the brightness depending on the ambient light conditions Screen timeout Set the length of time the GalaxyWatch3 waits before turning off the display s backlight Show last app Set the time to ...

Page 102: ...ations will be muted except for alarms and the screen will not turn on when notifications are received Also the wake up gesture feature watch always on feature and system sounds will be deactivated automatically Theatre mode Activate theatre mode for watching movies Incoming calls will be muted and the screen will not turn on when receiving incoming calls Also all notifications will be muted inclu...

Page 103: ...e obstacles between the devices the operating distance may be reduced Some devices especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG may be incompatible with your device Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes for example pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal ...

Page 104: ...urned on after a moment when no Bluetooth connection is detected Then you can receive messages and calls made to the GalaxyWatch3 s phone number Auto appears as Turn on now when you use the GalaxyWatch3 without connecting to a mobile device To connect to a mobile network tap Turn on now then tap the switch to activate it Mobile data Set the GalaxyWatch3 to use data connections on any mobile networ...

Page 105: ...etwork When you select the Always on option the battery will drain more quickly than normal Auto will not be displayed and you cannot connect to aWi Fi network automatically when you use the GalaxyWatch3 without connecting to a mobile device 3 Tap Wi Fi networks and select a network from theWi Fi networks list Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon 4 Tap Connect Once the GalaxyWa...

Page 106: ...ure Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments you must register for the mobile payment service To register or get more information about the service contact your service provider 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections NFC and tap the switch to activate it 2 Touch the NFC antenna area of the GalaxyWatch3 to the NFC card reader To set the default app open the Settings screen and tap Conn...

Page 107: ...n your device You can use only non network services On the Settings screen tap Connections Flight mode and tap the switch to activate it Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel In cases where it is allowed to use the device always use it in flight mode General Input Change the text input settings On the Settings screen tap General Input Default key...

Page 108: ...applied when travelling to a different time zone Set date Set the date manually Set time Set the time manually Select time zone Select the time zone manually Use 24 hour format Display time in 24 hour format Language Select a language to use on your GalaxyWatch3 On the Settings screen tap General Language Language will be displayed only when you use the GalaxyWatch3 without connecting to a mobile ...

Page 109: ...cy Lock Change the settings for securing the GalaxyWatch3 When you use this feature the Galaxy Watch3 may be locked automatically when it does not move for a period of time However if you unlock it once while wearing the GalaxyWatch3 it will remain unlocked On the Settings screen tap Security and privacy Lock Type Select the GalaxyWatch3 lock method Use for Select when to use the lock feature This...

Page 110: ... the GalaxyWatch3 s data saved on your Samsung Cloud on your GalaxyWatch3 On the Settings screen tap Account or Account and backup Samsung account Enter your Samsung account to sign in or check the Samsung account registered on your connected mobile device When using your GalaxyWatch3 without connecting it to a mobile device you can enter your Samsung account Backup and restore Back up the data sa...

Page 111: ...ery consumption and use your GalaxyWatch3 much longer On the Settings screen tap Battery Power mode Standard Select when using your GalaxyWatch3 normally You can use all features of the GalaxyWatch3 Power saving Select when activating power saving mode Some features are restricted to reduce the battery consumption Refer to Power saving mode for more information Watch only Only the watch displays o...

Page 112: ...t your GalaxyWatch3 to a new mobile device The GalaxyWatch3 can connect to another mobile device after performing a light reset to delete data except media files and settings data On the Settings screen tap Connect to new phone Connect to new phone will be displayed only when the GalaxyWatch3 is connected to a mobile device Connect to phone Connect to a mobile device while you are using the Galaxy...

Page 113: ...u can also customise your GalaxyWatch3 s various settings such as your notification settings Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device Some features may not be available depending on the type of connected mobile device Access additional options Change or customise the watch face Home Watch faces GalaxyWatch3 s status Customise your Galaxy Watch3 settings and launch features that can be u...

Page 114: ...nage the devices connected to your mobile device To disconnect a device from your mobile device select a device and tap Remove Manage devices will be displayed only when more than two devices are paired to your mobile device App notifications Change the various GalaxyWearable app notification settings on the mobile device Contact us Samsung Members offers support services to customers such as devi...

Page 115: ... switch to activate it and then activate items Show only while wearing Set the GalaxyWatch3 to show notifications only while you are wearing it Show while using phone Set the GalaxyWatch3 to show notifications while using your mobile device Turn on for new apps Set the GalaxyWatch3 to automatically send the alarms of the newly installed app on the mobile device without any additional settings See ...

Page 116: ...automatically on your GalaxyWatch3 by bringing it into focus without tapping the app Tap the Auto open apps switch to activate it Uninstalling apps Tap Manage apps tap select the app you want to remove from the GalaxyWatch3 and then tap Uninstall Hiding or unhiding apps Hide an app to not have it displayed on the GalaxyWatch3 s Apps screen Tap Manage apps tap next to the apps you want to hide and ...

Page 117: ...ch3 to use sound mode silent mode or vibrate mode Vibrate with sound Set the GalaxyWatch3 to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls and notifications Mute duration Set the GalaxyWatch3 to use silent mode for a certain period Ringtone Change the ringtone Notification sound Change the notification sound Volume Adjust the volume level of the GalaxyWatch3 When theVoice Assistant feature is act...

Page 118: ...and change the control settings Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Advanced Double press Home key Select an app or feature to launch when you press the Galaxy Watch3 s Home key twice Press and hold Press and hold the Home key to select an app or feature to launch Wake up gesture Set the GalaxyWatch3 to turn on the screen when you raise your wrist that is wearing the G...

Page 119: ... quick succession to send an SOS message to a preset contact or to automatically send an SOS message when the GalaxyWatch3 detects the user s fall You can also set up emergency calls to preset contacts Refer to Sending an SOS for more information Add content to your watch Transfer saved audio or image files from your mobile device to your GalaxyWatch3 manually or automatically Launch the GalaxyWea...

Page 120: ...tch3 detects the user s fall You can also set up emergency calls to preset contacts Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device tap Home SOS Refer to Sending an SOS for more information Find MyWatch Remotely control your GalaxyWatch3 when it is lost or misplaced Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Find MyWatch Get location Check where the GalaxyWatch3 is placed...

Page 121: ...s through the mobile network after activating it on the Galaxy Watch3 Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Mobile plans Mobile plans will not be displayed on the Bluetooth model General Customise the GalaxyWatch3 s text to speech language settings or reset the GalaxyWatch3 Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home General Default keyboard Check th...

Page 122: ...ions Bixby Launch Bixby on your mobile device to set up Bixby on your GalaxyWatch3 and check your conversation history with Bixby Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Bixby Samsung Pay Make payments conveniently and securely by using a mobile payment service Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Samsung Pay This option may not be available dep...

Page 123: ...ion Service Set the GalaxyWatch3 to provide the proper feature depending on the location and situation after analysing your lifestyle pattern This feature is available after connecting the GalaxyWatch3 to a mobile device that supports the customisation service platform 2 2 or later After making an agreement to use the customisation service launch the Settings app on your mobile device tap Accounts...

Page 124: ... the data 4 Tick items you want to restore and tap Restore Backed up data will be restored to your GalaxyWatch3 Sync phone settings Change the sync settings of your GalaxyWatch3 and the connected mobile device Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device tap Home Sync phone settings Some mobile devices may not support the Sync phone settings feature or some options of this feature Sync Do n...

Page 125: ... activating it on the Galaxy Watch3 Launch the GalaxyWearable app on your mobile device and tap Home Tips and user manual Get more from your watch View your GalaxyWatch3 s usage tips User manual View details about using your GalaxyWatch3 Setting up a mobile network View how to activate the mobile network on your Galaxy Watch3 Setting up a mobile network will not be displayed on the Bluetooth model...

Page 126: ...evice s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung Software information View the GalaxyWatch3 s software and security status Battery information View the GalaxyWatch3 s battery information Install unknown apps Set the GalaxyWatch3 to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources Watch faces You can change the type of watch to be displayed on theWatch screen Launch the GalaxyWearable app on ...

Page 127: ...hoto and then tap OK 5 Drag the circular frame over the photo to the collection of colours you wish to use To resize the circular frame drag a corner of the frame 6 Select a pattern type and tap Done 7 Tap Save The watch face of your GalaxyWatch3 will be changed into the My style one Discover You can download recommended watch faces and apps from the Galaxy Store app Launch the GalaxyWearable app ...

Page 128: ... completely discharged your GalaxyWatch3 will not turn on Fully charge the battery before turning on the GalaxyWatch3 The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen the touchscreen may not function properly If you are wearing gloves if your hands are not clean while touching the touchscreen or if you tap the screen with sha...

Page 129: ...em perform a factory data reset On the Apps screen tap Settings General Reset Alternatively launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device and tap Home General Reset Reset Before performing the factory data reset remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the GalaxyWatch3 Another Bluetooth device cannot locate your GalaxyWatch3 Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature i...

Page 130: ...e that your GalaxyWatch3 is connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth If your GalaxyWatch3 is connected to your mobile device remotely you cannot receive incoming calls Ensure that your mobile device and GalaxyWatch3 have accessed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling on the mobile device Ensure that you have not set call barrin...

Page 131: ...nnect the GalaxyWatch3 to the wireless charger properly Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced The battery depletes faster than when first purchased When you expose the GalaxyWatch3 or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures the useful charge may be reduced Battery consumption increases when you use some apps The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get ...

Page 132: ...cur Over time friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly There is not enough space in the GalaxyWatch3 s storage Delete unnecessary data such as cache using the GalaxyWearable app or manually delete unused apps or files to free up storage space Removing the battery To remove the battery contact an authorised service centre To obtain battery removal instructions please visit www s...

Page 133: ...nical including photocopying recording or storing in any information storage and retrieval system Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Wi Fi Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi CERTIFIED and theWi Fi logo are registered trademarks of theWi Fi Alliance All other trademarks and copyrights are...

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