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Samsung Galaxy Watch5 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User manual...
  • Page 2 Contents Getting started Device Layout: Galaxy Watch5 Galaxy Watch5 Pro Set up your device: Charge the battery Wireless power sharing Wear the Watch Start using your device: Turn on your device  | Activation  | Galaxy Wearable app  | Lock or unlock your device ...
  • Page 3 | Hearing enhancements  | Interaction dexterity  | Accessibility Installed services Security and privacy: Set a screen lock Permission manager Accounts: Samsung account |  Google account Other: Software update  |  Tips and tutorials About watch Learn More Videos Tips Samsung Care...
  • Page 4 Getting started Galaxy Watch5 Galaxy Watch5 Pro Set up your device Start using your device...
  • Page 5 Getting started Galaxy Watch5 Touchscreen Home key Back key Band Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 6 Getting started Galaxy Watch5 Pro Touchscreen Home key Back key Band Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 7 Getting started Set up your device Learn more about your device hardware, assembling and charging, and how to get started using your new device. Charge the battery Wireless power sharing Wear the Watch Charge the battery Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. Watch5 Pro Watch5 D-Buckle Sport Band...
  • Page 8 CAUTION    The charging head for plugging the USB cable into a wall outlet is not included. Use only Samsung charging devices rated with an output voltage of 5v and an output current of over 150mA (sold separately). Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life.
  • Page 9 Getting started Wireless power sharing Wirelessly charge your device using a supported Samsung smartphone. Some features are not available while sharing power. 1. From your phone, enable the Wireless power sharing feature. 2. With the phone face down, place the compatible device on the back of the phone to charge.
  • Page 10 Getting started NOTE    Wireless power sharing works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer’s devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover from each device.
  • Page 11 Getting started Wear the Watch Wrap the watch firmly around your lower arm just above your wrist as shown below. Do not fasten the watch too tightly. WARNING    Wear the device correctly. If you feel discomfort while using the device, stop using it.
  • Page 12 Getting started Adjust the D-Buckle Sport Band The D-Buckle Sport Band can be adjusted for the perfect fit (Watch5 Pro only). 1. Open the magnetic buckle. 2. Open the clasp and slide the end of the band to adjust the length. Strap tips and precautions Some people may experience discomfort when wearing the watch for prolonged periods.
  • Page 13 Getting started Do not expose the straps to very wet conditions. Wet straps can cause skin irritations. Dry the straps first. If you experience skin irritation when wearing the watch, stop wearing it and consult a physician. Replace the strap Detach the strap from the watch to replace it with a ...
  • Page 14 TIP    To restart the watch, press and hold the Home and Back keys for more than seven seconds. Activation The Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro are 4G LTE-enabled. Get texts, alerts, make and receive calls, even when you leave your phone behind. To manage your watch's mobile plan:...
  • Page 15 Getting started Connect the watch to a smartphone Turn on the watch before connecting to your phone. 1. From the smartphone, tap Galaxy Wearable. If necessary, update the app to Wear the latest version. 2. Tap Start and select your device. ®...
  • Page 16 2. Tap an option under Home key to choose a shortcut. Double press: Choose which feature is launched when the Home key is pressed twice. By default this option is set to open Samsung Pay. Press and hold: Choose which feature is launched when you press and hold the Home key.
  • Page 17 Getting started Gestures 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features. 2. Tap an option under Gestures to enable it. Answer calls: Shake your arm twice, bending at the elbow, to answer calls. Dismiss alerts and calls: Rotate your wrist twice to dismiss alarms or decline incoming calls.
  • Page 18 Getting started Navigation The touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty. Lightly tap the screen to launch an app or select a menu item. Devices and software are constantly evolving —...
  • Page 19 Getting started Swipe Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen to view panels. Drag Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 20 Getting started Change the watch face The first screen when you turn on the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro is the watch face. You can choose a watch face with different colors, styles, and information displayed. From your phone: 1. From the smartphone, tap Galaxy Wearable >...
  • Page 21 Getting started Quick panel Instead of navigating through the Settings menu, you can access commonly used settings through the Quick panel, where you can also view the Status bar. ◌ Swipe down from the top of the watch screen to open the Quick panel. Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off.
  • Page 22 Getting started Status bar Indicator icons display at the top of the screen in the Status bar. Swipe down from the top of the watch screen to view the Status bar. Indicator icons Battery full Bluetooth connected Bluetooth enabled, but not connected Wi-Fi connected Airplane mode LTE ...
  • Page 23 Getting started Notifications Stay up to date with events, notifications, and messages from your smartphone. When you receive a notification, information about the notification, such as its type, is displayed on the screen while the watch is vibrating. ◌ From the watch screen, swipe right and tap a notification to view details. App icon Notification Devices and software are constantly evolving —...
  • Page 24 Getting started Bedtime mode Bedtime mode mutes all alerts, except for alarms and notifications. This keeps the screen off and mutes most sounds while you sleep. From the Quick settings panel, tap to put the watch in Bedtime mode. ◌ TIP  ...
  • Page 25 Getting started Water lock mode You can use Water lock mode to exercise in the water while wearing your watch. While in Water lock mode, touchscreen, wake-up gestures, and watch always on will be disabled. From the Quick settings panel, tap to put the watch in Water lock mode.
  • Page 26 Getting started Enter text Text can be entered by speaking, drawing, or by using a keyboard. Tap an icon to change the Swipe up for keyboard additional keyboards, quick replies, and more Default keyboard Select a default keyboard type for text input. From Settings, tap General >...
  • Page 27 Keyboard settings Change the Samsung keyboard settings. From Settings, tap General > Input > Samsung keyboard, and tap options to ◌ customize: • Input languages: Select languages for text input. • Smart typing: Customize features like predictive text, auto capitalize, and more.
  • Page 28 Apps Navigate the apps screen Tools Media Health Google Microsoft...
  • Page 29 Apps Navigate the apps screen Uninstall apps  | Apps Settings The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded apps. Apps can be downloaded from the Google Play store. ◌ From the watch screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the Apps screen.
  • Page 30 Apps App permissions Configure permissions for each installed app. 1. From Apps, tap Settings. 2. Tap Apps > Permissions. 3. Tap each feature to enable or disable permission to access or use the feature.
  • Page 31 Alarm |  Bixby |  Calculator Calendar Compass |  Contacts Find My Phone | Reminder  | Samsung Global Goals  | Samsung Pay |  Stopwatch |  Timer |  Voice Recorder  | Weather  | World clock Alarm Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
  • Page 32 Bixby to launch a function or provide you with information. To use Bixby, your mobile device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network, and you must sign in to your Samsung account. 1. From Apps, tap Bixby.
  • Page 33 Apps Contacts View your smartphone’s contact list on your watch. Find a contact You can search for a contact or scroll through the list to find one by name. From Contacts, tap Search, and then enter characters to find contacts ◌...
  • Page 34 Samsung Pay Pay almost anywhere that accepts a debit, credit, or gift card. Samsung Pay supports Near Field Communication (NFC) to allow quick and secure payment through standard credit card readers. For more information, see samsung.com/us/samsung- pay.
  • Page 35 2. Swipe to select a card. 3. Hold the watch near an NFC reader to pay. NOTE    You can use Samsung Pay for up to 5 transactions without the smartphone. This may vary depending on the bank/institution issuing the account.
  • Page 36 Apps Voice Recorder Use your voice to record memos. 1. From Apps, tap Voice Recorder. 2. Tap Record and begin recording your message. • To convert your speech to text, tap Speech-to-text before recording. • To pause the recording, tap Pause.
  • Page 37 Apps Media The following media apps come pre-installed or downloaded over-the-air to your device. Buds controller |  Gallery Media controller |  Messages  | Phone Buds controller Control your earbuds with your watch. Connect your earbuds directly to your watch or to the Galaxy Wearable app on your phone. 1.
  • Page 38 Apps To automatically sync images on your smartphone with your watch: 1. From the smartphone, tap Galaxy Wearable, tap Watch settings. Wear 2. Tap Manage content > Auto sync to enable. Images will be synced while the watch battery power is at least 15 percent. •...
  • Page 39 Apps Media controller You can use the Media controller to connect to a computer, phone, or tablet using Bluetooth and control media with your watch. To connect: 1. From Apps, tap Media Controller. 2. Tap a device in the list to connect your watch. 3.
  • Page 40 Apps Import music Import music saved on your smartphone to your watch. 1. From the smartphone, tap Galaxy Wearable, tap Watch settings. Wear 2. Tap Manage content > Add tracks. 3. Select files and tap Done. To sync recently added music on your smartphone with your watch: 1.
  • Page 41 Apps Messages View messages and reply to or call the sender using the watch. View and Send messages You may incur additional charges for receiving messages while you are roaming. ◌ From the notifications screen, tap message to view it. Record voice message Send a Quick...
  • Page 42 Apps Send messages Create and send messages from your watch. 1. From Apps, tap Messages > Compose. 2. Tap Enter recipient to enter a phone number, or Contacts to add a number you have saved. 3. Choose a keyboard to compose your message. 4.
  • Page 43 Apps Phone Make and answer calls on your phone from your watch. Switch call Access source Voicemail Make a call Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 44 Apps Make a call Make a call from your watch. 1. From Apps, tap Phone. 2. Tap Keypad and enter a number or tap Contacts and select a contact to call. 3. Tap Call. Answer a call Answer incoming calls. On the incoming call screen, drag Answer to answer the call on your phone.
  • Page 45 Apps Gestures Use gestures as shortcuts on the watch. From Settings, tap Advanced features, and tap an option under Gestures: ◌ • Answer calls: Shake your arm twice bending at the elbow to answer incoming calls. • Dismiss alerts and calls: Rotate your wrist twice to dismiss alarms or decline incoming calls.
  • Page 46 Samsung Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals and regularly record and check your progress. When the watch is synced with the Samsung Health app, you can save and manage health-related data and receive useful information about your health every day.
  • Page 47 Apps Before you start exercising Although the Samsung Health application is a great companion to your exercise routine, it is always best to make sure you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise regimen. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk...
  • Page 48 Daily activity View a summary of your daily activity broken down by your step count, active time, and active calories. From Samsung Health, tap Daily activity and swipe down to view a graph of ◌ your activity. Steps Your watch counts your number of steps, measures the distance traveled, calories burned, and floors climbed.
  • Page 49 Body composition Keep track of your Body composition. 1. From Samsung Health, tap Body composition. 2. Tap Measure and enter your information. 3. Follow the prompts to measure your body composition. • After a moment, your body composition is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 50 3. Tap Ok to start measuring blood oxygen. Weight management View your progress in reaching your target weight. Weight management needs to be enabled and a target weight set through the Samsung Health app on your phone. 1. From Samsung Health, tap Weight management.
  • Page 51 Together Compete with other Samsung Health users. Steps leaderboard Add challenges through Samsung Health on your smartphone. From Apps, tap Samsung Health > Together > Start. Here you can add friends ◌ and challenges. Settings Customize your Samsung Health settings.
  • Page 52 Apps Samsung Health Monitor Use the Samsung Health Monitor app to track your blood pressure and record electrocardiogram (ECG) measurements, analyze them quickly, and share the results with experts. To view detailed reports of your blood pressure and ECG readings on your smartphone, install the Samsung Health Monitor app.
  • Page 53 You can view your ECG readings as daily, weekly, and monthly charts, or view detailed reports for each measurement. You can share the PDF report of your ECG recording with your healthcare provider using Samsung Health Monitor app on your compatible Galaxy phone.
  • Page 54 Apps Google Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Play store Maps Play store Find new, recommended, and essential apps as well as watch faces and games in the Google Play store. From Apps, tap Play store.
  • Page 55 Apps Microsoft The following Microsoft apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store. Outlook View new emails on your watch. 1. From Apps, tap Outlook. 2. Tap a message to view its content. View calendar events View your Outlook calendar events on your watch.
  • Page 56 Settings Access Settings Connections Notifications Sounds and vibration Display Device maintenance Accessibility Security and privacy Accounts Other settings...
  • Page 57 Settings Access Settings You can personalize your device by configuring various setting options. From Apps, tap Settings, or swipe down from the top of the screen to open ◌ the status panel and tap Settings. Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.
  • Page 58 Settings Connect to a Wi-Fi network This feature is available when the watch is not connected to the smartphone through Bluetooth. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap a network from the Available networks list. • Networks that require a password display a lock  icon. 3.
  • Page 59 Settings Make payments with the NFC feature 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. ◌ Touch the top of the watch’s touchscreen to the credit card reader. NOTE ...
  • Page 60 Settings Mobile networks Customize your mobile networks. This feature is only available on LTE  models. When you are not subscribed to a service provider's mobile plan, the mobile network is turned off to save battery power and network services may not be available. 1.
  • Page 61 Settings Notifications You can prioritize and streamline app alerts by changing which apps send notifications and how notifications alert you. Notification settings Advanced notification settings Wireless emergency alerts Notification settings Coordinate notifications between your phone and watch. From Settings, tap Notifications, and tap an option to enable it: ◌...
  • Page 62 Settings Wireless emergency alerts Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message. From Settings, tap Notifications > Wireless emergency alerts.  ◌ • Allow alerts: Allow your watch to receive wireless emergency alert notifications.
  • Page 63 Settings Vibration Set how long and intensely the device vibrates for notifications. 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Vibration. 2. Select options under Vibration duration and Vibration intensity to set your preference. Call vibration Vibrate for calls. 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration.
  • Page 64 Settings System vibration Enable vibrations when the watch screen is tapped. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > System vibration to enable. ◌ System sounds Enable sounds for actions like tapping the screen and charging the watch. 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration.
  • Page 65 Settings Always on Display Keep the screen on without unlocking your device using Always On Display (AOD). From Settings, tap Display, and tap Always on Display to enable the ◌ feature. Screen wake-up Use a gesture to turn on the watch screen. From Settings, tap Display, and tap an option under Screen wake-up to...
  • Page 66 Settings Font Customize the font style and size on your watch. From Settings, tap Display, and tap an option under Font to customize: ◌ • Font style: View and select a font. • Bold font: Enable to display text in bold. •...
  • Page 67 Settings Power saving mode Activate Power saving mode to save battery power by limiting the watch’s functions, such as: Use a grayscale Home screen. Turn off all functions except calls, messages, and notifications. Turn off Wi-Fi and mobile networks (if applicable). Limit performance.
  • Page 68 Settings Date and time You can set the date and time manually. These options are only available when your watch is not connected to your mobile device. From Settings, tap General > Date and time. ◌ • Automatic: Use the network to set date and time. •...
  • Page 69 3. Tap Permissions to view apps and features that have permission to access your location information. Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. For more information about Accessibility for Samsung  products, please contact us at accessibility@sea.samsung.com. TalkBack  | Visibility enhancements  | Hearing enhancements ...
  • Page 70 Settings Visibility enhancements You can configure Accessibility features to assist with visual aspects of your device. From Settings,  tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements for the following ◌ options: • High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the background.
  • Page 71 Settings Hearing enhancements You can configure Accessibility features to assist with audial aspects of the device. From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an ◌ option: • Mute all sounds: Turn off all notifications and audio for privacy. •...
  • Page 72 Settings Advanced settings You can configure Accessibility features. From Settings,  tap Accessibility > Advanced settings for the following ◌ options: • Accessibility shortcuts: Select and enable accessibility function shortcuts. • Vibration watch: The watch will use vibrations to communicate the time. •...
  • Page 73 Set up and manage your accounts. Samsung account |  Google account Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung apps. From Settings,  tap Account and backup > Samsung account to add your ◌...
  • Page 74 Settings Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. Software update  |  Tips and tutorials About watch Software update Check for and install available software updates for your device. Options may vary by carrier. From Settings, ...
  • Page 75 Settings • Legal info: Access legal information related to the watch. • Software: Check your watch’s software version and security status. • Battery: Check the watch’s battery voltage and capacity.
  • Page 76 Learn more Videos youtube.com/samsungcare Tips samsung.com/us/support/tips Samsung Care samsung.com/us/support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter...
  • Page 77 READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE. Arbitration Agreement - This Product is subject to a binding arbitration agreement between you and SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (“Samsung”). You can opt out of the agreement within 30 calendar days of the first consumer purchase by emailing optout@sea.samsung.com or calling 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) and providing the...
  • Page 78 Legal information ©2022 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, and Samsung Health are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded apps on your device may not be compatible with DRM-protected files.

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