Table of Contents Basics Galaxy Wearable App Read me first Introduction About the Galaxy Buds Package contents Appendix Device layout Preparing the earbuds for use Troubleshooting Battery Managing the earbuds Indicator lights identification Restarting the earbuds Removing the battery Using the earbuds Connecting the earbuds to a mobile device Wearing the earbuds...
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Basics About the Galaxy Buds Galaxy Buds are wireless earbuds which allow you to listen to music or answer incoming calls after connecting them to your device even while doing other activities, such as working out. Bixby, an intelligent voice service, also helps you to use your Galaxy Buds more conveniently. Do not wear the earbuds in high-traffic areas, such as roads or crosswalks.
• A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from the Samsung website. Make sure they are compatible with the earbuds before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
Basics Device layout Earbud Wingtip Touchpad Charging contacts Microphone Touch-sensitive sensor Charging contacts Earbud tip Wingtip Direction M, L indicator Direction indicator...
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Basics Charging case Charger port (USB Type-C) Earbud battery indicator light Charging contacts (left) Charging contacts (right) Charging case battery indicator light If there is sweat or liquid on the charging contacts, corrosion may occur on the Galaxy Buds. When there is sweat or liquid on the charging terminal or earbuds, clean them before inserting the earbuds in the charging case.
Basics Preparing the earbuds for use Attaching an earbud tip to the earbud Select the earbud tip that fits your ear. Cover the latch at the bottom of the earbud with the earbud tip. • D o not put the earbuds in your ears without earbud tips. Doing so may hurt your ears.
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Basics Attaching a wingtip to the earbud Select the wingtip that fits your ear. Select the wingtip for the left or right ear. Cover the earbud with the wingtip. • D o not put the earbuds in your ears without wingtips. Doing so may hurt your ears. •...
You can charge the earbuds by placing them into the charging case without connecting it to an electric socket. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the Galaxy Buds.
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Basics Open the charging case. Check the direction of each earbud and correctly insert them into their corresponding slots in the charging case. Close the charging case. Connect the USB cable to the charger and then plug the USB cable into the charger port. Connecting the USB cable improperly may cause serious damage to the charging case.
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• A void bending the charger. Doing so may damage or reduce the lifespan of the charger. Never use a damaged charger. • F or more information about the battery, such as the usage time, refer to the Samsung website (www.samsung.com).
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• I f you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose network reception. • U se Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the battery may not charge properly.
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Basics Charging the battery using PowerShare Open the charging case. Check the direction of each earbud and correctly insert them into their corresponding slots in the charging case. Close the charging case. Place the centre of the charging case on the centre of the device that functions as a wireless charger.
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Basics Checking the battery level Checking via Bixby Tap and hold the touchpad to start a conversation with Bixby and ask about the battery level. Bixby will let you know the current battery level. Viewing the battery level from the connected mobile device Connect the earbuds to your mobile device, launch the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device, and view the battery status of each earbud on the EARBUDS card.
Basics Indicator lights identification The indicator lights inform you of your earbuds and the charging case’s charging status. The earbud battery indicator light is located inside of the charging case and shows the charging status of the earbuds. The charging case battery indicator light on the front of the charging case indicates the charging status of the case itself.
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Basics Charging case battery indicator light Charging case battery indicator light Colour Status • C harging Continuously on red • F ully charged Continuously on green • C harging blocked due to abnormal temperatures Flashes red (rapid pace) •...
The earbuds will enter Bluetooth pairing mode automatically and a pop-up window will appear on your mobile device. If the pop-up window does not appear or if you want to connect to a non-Samsung mobile device that also uses the Android OS, refer to...
Using the earbuds • W hen the charging case’s indicator light flashes in red, take out the earbuds from the charging case and insert them into the case again. • I f the earbuds do not connect to a mobile device within three minutes, Bluetooth pairing mode will be deactivated.
Using the earbuds Connecting to a non-Samsung mobile device that also uses the Android OS (or, the connection pop-up window does not appear) On your mobile device, launch Galaxy Apps or Play Store and download the Galaxy Wearable app. • Y ou can download the Galaxy Wearable app only on mobile devices running Android operating system 5.0 (API 21), or later, and with 1.5 GB of RAM or more.
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Using the earbuds Tips and precautions when connecting to the mobile device • I f the earbuds do not connect to a mobile device within three minutes, Bluetooth pairing mode will be deactivated. Close the charging case again and open it if they have not been connected for the first time.
Using the earbuds Wearing the earbuds Insert the wingtips into your ears and adjust accordingly to fit your ears. Check the direction of each earbud and put them in your ears with the wingtip facing upwards until they sit conformably in your ears. Adjust the earbuds by rotating them to the left or right to fit your ears.
Using the earbuds • I f the touch-sensitive sensor does not make contact with your ear, the earbud may not work. Use the wingtips and earbud tips that fit your ears if you do not hear a sound informing you that the earbud is detected. •...
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Using the earbuds Single tap • P lay or pause track. Double tap • P lay next track. • A nswer or end a call. • P lace the current call on hold and answer the second call.
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Using the earbuds Using the touchpad lock feature You can prevent unintended actions by using the touchpad lock feature. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device. Tap Touchpad. Tap the Lock touchpad switch to activate it. To deactivate touchpad lock feature, take off both earbuds or tap and hold a touchpad.
Using the earbuds Setting a preset tap-and-hold feature You can select a preset tap-and-hold feature of each earbud to activate features quickly and conveniently. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device. Tap Touchpad. Tap Left or Right under Tap and hold touchpad. Select a feature that you want to use as a preset tap-and-hold feature.
Using the earbuds If the Galaxy Buds recognise the command, the Galaxy Buds will perform the corresponding action. To repeat a voice command or say different command, tap and hold the touchpad. Tips for better voice recognition • S peak clearly. •...
Using the earbuds Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume with your connected mobile device. Or, you can adjust the volume with the touchpad after setting it as a preset tap-and-hold feature. Refer to Setting a preset tap-and-hold feature for more information about preset menus.
Using the earbuds Using the equaliser You can select from five different equaliser modes. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device. on the EQUALISER card. Select a preset you want to use. When used with other sound quality modes and effects of your mobile device, the effect may be duplicated or distortion may occur.
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Using the earbuds Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume with your connected mobile device. Or, you can adjust the volume with the touchpad after setting it as a preset tap-and-hold feature. Refer to Setting a preset tap-and-hold feature for more information about preset menus.
Using the earbuds Using ambient sound mode Hear your surroundings while you are listening to music outdoors, so you can quickly detect any potentially dangerous situations. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device, tap Ambient sound, and then tap the switch to activate the feature.
Galaxy Wearable App Introduction To connect the earbuds to a mobile device, you must install the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device. Using the Galaxy Wearable app, you can customise your earbud settings. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device. If it is the first time connecting the earbuds and a mobile device, refer to Connecting the earbuds to a mobile device...
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Galaxy Wearable App Disconnecting devices from the earbuds Insert the earbuds into the charging case. The Bluetooth connection will end. To manually disconnect the earbuds from your mobile device, put the earbuds in your ears. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device and tap → Disconnect. Or, on your mobile device, tap Settings →...
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Galaxy Wearable App Checking the user manual You can check the earbuds’ user manual on your mobile device. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device and tap → User manual. Viewing earbud status and customising settings View and customise the status and settings of the earbuds connected to your mobile device. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device.
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Galaxy Wearable App Find My Gear If you misplace your earbuds, use the Galaxy Wearable app on your mobile device to find it. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app on the mobile device and tap Find My Gear. A beeping sound from your earbuds will gradually get louder. on your mobile device to stop the beeping sound.
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• T ips: Check the tips for the earbuds. • B attery information: Check the earbuds and charging case’s battery information. About Samsung Gear app View the Galaxy Wearable app’s version information. If necessary, tap Updates available to...
(10 m). The distance may vary depending on the environment the devices are used in. If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A Bluetooth connection is not established or your earbuds and the mobile device are disconnected •...
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• I f the battery contacts are dirty, the battery may not charge properly. Wipe both gold- coloured contacts with a dry cloth and try charging the battery again. • V isit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. The charging time and the battery life is different between the earbuds •...
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If the earbuds overheat or feel hot for a prolonged period, do not use them for a while. If the earbuds continue to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A small gap appears around the outside of the earbud case •...
Appendix Managing the earbuds Basic maintenance • U se a soft, dry cloth to clean the earbuds after use. • K eep the earbuds dry. Prevent liquid from contacting or entering the earbuds. Cleaning the receiver If the volume is lower than it should be with the current setting, clean the receiver. Remove the earbud tip from the protruding part at the bottom of the earbud.
• S amsung does not accept liability for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort, including negligence) which may arise from failure to precisely follow these warnings and instructions, other than death or personal injury caused by Samsung’s negligence.
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Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
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FCC Warning Statement FCC Part 15.19 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Part 15.21 Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.