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Connecting or replacing the band and adjusting its length

Connect the band before using your Galaxy Watch3. You can detach the band from the 
Galaxy Watch3 and replace it with a new one. You can also adjust the metal band’s length by 
adding or removing links from it.

Be careful to not hurt your fingernail when sliding the spring bar while connecting or 
replacing bands.

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The supplied band may vary depending on the region or model.

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The supplied band’s size may vary depending on the model. Use the proper band 
that fits your model’s size.

Connecting the band

Insert one end of the band’s spring bar into the Galaxy Watch3’s lug.

Summary of Contents for SM-R840

Page 1: ...www samsung com ca USER MANUAL English CA 11 2020 Rev 1 2 SM R840 SM R850 ...

Page 2: ...vice 28 Installing the GalaxyWearable app 28 Connecting the GalaxyWatch3 to a mobile device via Bluetooth 30 Remote connection 30 Using the GalaxyWatch3 without a mobile device 31 Controlling the screen 31 Bezel 33 Touchscreen 35 Screen composition 35 Turning the screen on and off 36 Switching the screen 38 Lock screen 39 Watch 39 Watch screen 39 Changing the watch face 40 Activating the watch alw...

Page 3: ...yWatch3 to a device via Bluetooth 98 Setting the alarm functions 99 Voice Recorder 99 Introduction 99 Making voice recordings 100 Changing the recording mode Apps and features 53 Messages 55 Phone 55 Introduction 55 Receiving calls 56 Making calls 56 Options during calls 57 Contacts 59 Samsung Pay 60 Samsung Health 60 Introduction 61 Daily activity 62 Steps 64 Exercise 71 Calories 71 Sleep 73 Hear...

Page 4: ...oubleshooting 135 Removing the battery Health and Safety 100 Galaxy Store 101 Settings 101 Introduction 101 Watch faces 101 Apps 103 Sound and vibration 104 Display 105 Advanced 106 Connections 109 General 111 Accessibility 111 Security and privacy 112 Location 112 Account Account and backup 113 Battery 114 About watch 114 Connect to new phone 114 Connect to phone GalaxyWearable app 116 Introducti...

Page 5: ... 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 operating system soft...

Page 6: ...n afterimages screen burn in 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 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 t...

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: ... 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 and chemical products such as cosmetics antibacterial spray hand cleaner detergent and insecticides The GalaxyWatch3 s exte...

Page 9: ...d the noxious materials found on the GalaxyWatch3 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 Galaxy...

Page 10: ...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 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 appro...

Page 11: ...ting Started 11 GalaxyWatch3 Back key Home key Power key Bezel Touch screen Atmospheric pressure sensor NFC antenna Light sensor GPS antenna Optical heart rate sensor Speaker Band Pressure vent Microphone ...

Page 12: ...axyWatch3 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...

Page 13: ...y other 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 s...

Page 14: ...The GalaxyWatch3 cannot be charged properly and may heat up when using the metal band with a third party 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 easily accessible while charging ...

Page 15: ...while charging it 3 After fully charging disconnect the GalaxyWatch3 from the wireless charger Then disconnect the wireless charger from the charger and then unplug the charger from the electric socket Checking the charging status You can check the charging status of the GalaxyWatch3 while it is on the wireless charger The estimated time until GalaxyWatch3 is fully charged will appear when you tap...

Page 16: ...wer electric current If the GalaxyWatch3 is being charged with other devices via a multi charger charging may take longer The GalaxyWatch3 can be used while it is charging but it may take longer to fully charge the battery If the GalaxyWatch3 receives an unstable power supply while charging the touchscreen may not function If this happens disconnect the GalaxyWatch3 from the wireless charger While...

Page 17: ...ng 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 device that functions as a wireless charging pad and place the centre of the GalaxyWatch3 s back on the device The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device model Adjust the device or GalaxyWatch3 to co...

Page 18: ...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 function as wireless charging pads refer to the Samsung websit...

Page 19: ... on your wrist If your GalaxyWatch3 s sensor and your wrist do not come into contact with each other for more than 10 minutes your GalaxyWatch3 may recognize 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 have worn your G...

Page 20: ...st the metal band s length by adding or removing links from it Be careful to not hurt your fingernail when sliding the spring bar while connecting or replacing bands 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 that fits your model s size Connecting the band 1 Insert one end of the band s spring bar into th...

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