Samsung SMR170R, SMR170L User Manual

USER MANUAL

SM-R170

English (EU). 01/2019. Rev.1.0

www.samsung.com

Table of Contents

Basics

3Read me first

4About the Galaxy Buds

5Package contents

6Device layout

8 Preparing the earbuds for use

10 Battery

16 Indicator lights identification

Using the earbuds

18Connecting the earbuds to a mobile device

22Wearing the earbuds

23Using the touchpad

26Using Bixby

27Listening to music

28Making voice recordings

29Using the equaliser

29Using call features

31Using ambient sound mode

Galaxy Wearable App

32 Introduction

Appendix

37 Troubleshooting

40Managing the earbuds

41Restarting the earbuds

41Removing the battery

Basics

Read me first

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

•Images may differ in appearance from the actual product. Content is subject to change without prior notice.

•You can access the full user manual for more information. Visit www.samsung.com to view device information, the user manual, and more.

•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.

•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.

•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).

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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. 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. 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.

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

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

•Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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

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

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

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Device layout

Earbud

Wingtip

Touchpad

Charging contacts

Microphone	Touch-sensitive sensor

Charging contacts

Earbud tip

Wingtip

M, L	Direction
	indicator

Direction

indicator

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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.

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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.

•	Do not put the earbuds in your ears without earbud tips. Doing so may hurt your
	ears.
•	Do not pull the earbud tip excessively. The earbud tip may tear.

3 Follow the same procedure for the opposite earbud.

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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.

•	Do not put the earbuds in your ears without wingtips. Doing so may hurt your ears.
•	Do not pull the wingtip excessively. The wingtip may tear.

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

4 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 turn on.

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

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.

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

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

•Chargers are sold separately.

•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.

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

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

•If there is sweat or liquid on the charging terminals, 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.

•Do not put the wingtips on the earbuds in the wrong direction. The earbuds will not charge 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.

5 Plug the charger into an electric socket.

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

6 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

Your earbuds provide two options that help you conserve battery power.

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

•After connecting the earbuds to your mobile device, launch the Galaxy Wearable app and tap Notifications, and then tap the switch to deactivate it. You can reduce the battery consumption by disabling voice notifications.

Battery charging tips and precautions

•If there is sweat or liquid on the charging contacts, corrosion may occur on the contacts. When there is sweat or liquid on the charging terminal or earbuds, clean them before charging the battery.

•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.

•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.

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

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

•For more information about the battery, such as the usage time, refer to the Samsung website (www.samsung.com).

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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 (Qi or D2D charging is supported).

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.

5 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.

•If you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose network reception.

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

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