Samsung Galaxy Buds Operation Manual

USER MANUAL

SM-R170

English (EU). 04/2019. Rev.1.1

www.samsung.com

Table of Contents

Basics

3 Read me first

4 About the Galaxy Buds

5 Package contents

6 Device layout

8 Preparing the earbuds for use

10 Battery

16 Battery indicator lights identification

Using the earbuds

18 Connecting the earbuds to a mobile

device

24 Wearing the earbuds

25 Using the touchpad

28 Using intelligent voice assistance

service

Galaxy Wearable App

34 Introduction

35 Connecting and disconnecting the

earbuds

36 Viewing earbud status and

customising settings

38 Checking the user manual

Appendix

39 Troubleshooting

42 Updating the earbuds’ software with

the Galaxy Buds Manager

43 Managing the Galaxy Buds

45 Restarting the earbuds

45 Removing the battery

29 Listening to music

30 Using the equaliser

31 Using call features

32 Using ambient sound mode

Basics

Read me first

Please read this manual before using this device to ensure safe and proper use.

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, model specifications, or device’s software. Images may differ in appearance from the actual product. Content is subject to change without prior notice.

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Before using other devices, make sure they are compatible with the Galaxy Buds. Visit

www.samsung.com to see the specifications of compatible mobile devices.

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Prevent the device from being submerged in liquid or exposed to pressurised water jets, such as from a shower. Do not wear the device during activities, such as showering or swimming. Doing so can damage the device.

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Modifying the Galaxy Buds’ operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in Galaxy Buds malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Some functions may not work as described in this manual depending on the maker and model of the mobile device you connect to the Galaxy Buds.

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This product includes certain free/open source software. To see the instructions for viewing the open source licence, go to the Samsung website (opensource.samsung.com).

Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information

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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.

Do not wear the earbuds in high-traffic areas, such as roads or crosswalks. Doing so may result in accidents due to slowed reaction times.

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Package contents

Refer to the quick start guide for package contents.

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The items supplied with the Galaxy Buds, available accessories, and their images may vary depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for the Galaxy Buds and may not be compatible with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from the Samsung website. Make sure they are compatible with the models before purchase.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer to the Samsung website.

Basics

Wing tip

Device layout

Earbud

Touchpad

Charging contacts

Wing tip

Microphone

Charging contacts

If you use the Galaxy Buds when they are broken, there may be a risk of injury. Use the Galaxy Buds only after they have been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre.

Touch-sensitive sensor

Ear tip

M, L

Direction indicator

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Charging case

Charger port (USB Type-C)

Charging contacts

Earbud battery indicator light

(left)

Charging contacts (right)

Charging case battery

indicator light

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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 contacts or earbuds, clean them before inserting the earbuds in the charging case.

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Close the charging case when you store or charge the earbuds.

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Preparing the earbuds for use

Attaching an ear tip to the earbud

Select the ear tip that fits your ear.

Cover the latch at the bottom of the earbud with the ear tip.

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Do not put the earbuds in your ears without ear tips. Doing so may hurt your ears.

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Do not pull the ear tip excessively when you attach or detach it. The ear tip may tear.

Follow the same procedure for the opposite earbud.

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Attaching a wing tip to the earbud

Select the wing tip that fits your ear.

Select the wing tip for the left or right ear.

Hook the wing tip’s groove to earbud’s fixation hook and cover the earbud with the wing

tip.

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Do not put the earbuds in your ears without wing tips. Doing so may hurt your ears.

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Do not pull the wing tip excessively when you attach or detach it. The wing tip may tear.

Do not put the wing tips on the earbuds in the wrong direction. The earbuds will not fit in your ears properly.

Follow the same procedure for the opposite earbud.

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Battery

Charging the battery

Fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time or when they have been unused for extended periods. The earbuds will power on while charging. When the battery is completely discharged, it needs at least 10 minutes to start to work.

Check the direction of each earbud, insert them into the corresponding slots, and then connect the charger.

The charging case, which has a built-in battery, is charged along with the earbuds.

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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Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the charging case. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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Use only USB Type-C cable supplied with the Galaxy Buds. The charging case may be damaged if you use Micro USB cable.

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Chargers are sold separately.

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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 be easily accessible while charging.

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You cannot use your earbuds’ wireless features while charging the battery.

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Close the charging case when you store or charge the earbuds.

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Do not put the wing tips on the earbuds in the wrong direction. The earbuds will not be charged if they are not properly inserted into the charging case.

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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. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

Plug the charger into an electric socket.

The batteries of the earbuds and the charging case are charged simultaneously.

After fully charging, disconnect the charging case from the charger. First unplug the USB

cable from the charging case and then unplug the charger from the electric socket.

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Reducing the battery consumption

When you are not using the earbuds, store them in the charged charging case. The touchsensitive sensor will continue to work while wearing the earbuds and reduce the usage time.

Battery charging tips and precautions

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Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower charging speed due to a lower electric current.

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While charging, the earbuds and the charging case may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the earbuds’ lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.

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If the earbuds and charging case are not charging properly, take them with the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

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Avoid bending the USB cable. Doing so may damage or reduce the lifespan of the USB cable. Never use a damaged USB cable.

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Wireless charging

The charging case has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery by using a wireless charger or another device that functions as a wireless charger.

Charging the battery with a wireless charger

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 wireless charger.

After fully charging, disconnect the charging case from the wireless charger.

Precautions for wireless charging

Do not place the charging case on the wireless charger when conductive materials, such as metal objects and magnets, are placed between the charging case and the wireless charger.

The charging case may not charge properly or may overheat, or the charging case and the cards may be damaged.

Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the battery may not charge properly.

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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’s back on the device that functions as a wireless

charger.

The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device. Adjust the device and the charging case to make a strong connection.

The device that functions

as a wireless charger

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