Samsung Gear S User Manual

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Connect Gear S to a SmartphoneConnection ModesThere are several ways your Gear S can connect to a smartphone. The Gear S functionality depends onthe connection mode.When you configure Gear S connection settings, they may affect the way your Gear S works with aconnected smartphone.Connected via BluetoothIn Bluetooth connection mode, the Gear S is paired with the smartphone via Bluetooth.While in Bluetooth connection mode, the Gear S will receive notifications and calls from the connectedsmartphone and can use all of the Gear S and Samsung Gear app functions.Connected RemotelyWhen connected remotely, the Gear S is not connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth, but is stillconnected to the smartphone via the mobile network.While connected remotely, the Gear S will receive notifications and calls from the smartphone and havelimited access to Samsung Gear Manager functions.Gear OnlyIn Gear only mode, the Gear S is not connected to the smartphone, and is operating as a standalonedevice.While in Gear only mode, the Gear S will only send and receive notifications and calls from the Gear Sphone number, and will have no access to Samsung Gear Manager functions.Pair Your Gear S to a SmartphoneThe first time you turn on the Gear S, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install theSamsung Gear Manager app on your smartphone. Then, pair the Gear S with the smartphone viaBluetooth to establish a connection between the devices.If you want to connect the Gear S to different smartphone, reset the Gear S. Resetting the Gear S willremove all data from the memory. Refer to Reset Gear for more information.Note: Connection methods and screens may vary depending on the type of device and the device’ssoftware version.1. On Smartphone: Download the Samsung Gear Manager app from Galaxy Apps.2. On Smartphone: Turn on Bluetooth, and then select the Gear S from the list of scanned devices.Tap OK or On when the Bluetooth pairing request window appears.3. On Gear S: When the connection window appears, tap OK.Get Started 6