Connections
Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.
Bluetooth
Use Bluetooth to connect the Gear to a smartphone and a headset (not included).
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > Bluetooth.
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Bluetooth: Turn the Bluetooth feature on or off.
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BT headset: Search for Bluetooth headsets and connect them to the Gear.
Note: The headset can only be used for playing music on the Gear.
Wi-Fi
Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > Wi-Fi.
3. Tap Wi-Fi again, and then tap Auto, Always on, or
Always off.
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Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
This feature is available when the Gear is not connected to the smartphone through Bluetooth.
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > Wi-Fi.
3. Tap Wi-Fi networks > Scan.
4. Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
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Networks that require a password display a lock icon.
5. Tap Connect.
Note: Once the Gear connects to a Wi-Fi network, the Gear reconnects to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the
Gear connecting to the network automatically, select the network, and then tap Forget.
Sync Wi-Fi Profiles
Set the device to sync the list of saved Wi-Fi networks with your Gear.
1. From the Apps screen of the smartphone, tap
Samsung Gear > Settings tab.
2. Tap Gear connection > Sync Wi-Fi profiles.
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NFC
The Gear lets you use the built-in technology to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading and configuring the required apps.
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > NFC.
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NFC: Activate the NFC feature to link your Gear to your credit or debit card.
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Tap and pay: Set the default payment app for mobile payments.
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.
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > NFC.
3. Tap NFC again to enable the feature.
4. Touch the top of the Gear’s touchscreen to the card reader.
Note: The payment services list may not include all available payment apps.
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Connection Alerts
Receive alerts when disconnected from Bluetooth.
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > Alerts to enable or disable this option.
Airplane Mode
Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi.
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > Airplane mode to enable or disable this option.
Location
Some apps may require location services to be turned on for full functionality.
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connections > Location.
3. Tap Location again to enable, and select a mode.
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GPS & wireless networks: Use GPS and wireless networks.
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Wireless networks: Use wireless networks only.
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GPS: Use GPS only.
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Connect to a New
Phone
Connect your Gear to a new mobile device. The Gear can connect to another mobile device after performing a light reset to delete data.
To connect to a new phone:
1. From the Apps screen, rotate the bezel and tap
Settings.
2. Tap Connect to new phone and follow the prompts.
Note: This feature is available when the Gear is connected to a smartphone. Otherwise, Connect to
phone is displayed.
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