Samsung SM-R322 - User Manual

6 Read me first Health and safety warnings • Please ensure that all users of the Gear VR read the warnings below carefully before using the Gear VR to reduce the risk of personal injury, discomfort or property damage. • These health and safety warnings are periodically updated for accuracy and compl...

7 Read me first • We recommend consulting a physician before using the Gear VR if you are pregnant, elderly, have pre-existing binocular vision abnormalities or psychiatric disorders, or suffer from a heart condition or other serious medical condition. Seizures Some people (about 1 in 4,000) may hav...

8 Read me first Children The Gear VR should not be used by children under the age of 13. Adults should monitor children (age 13 and older) who are using or have used the Gear VR for any of the symptoms described below, and should limit the time children spend using the Gear VR and ensure they take b...

9 Read me first General instructions and precautions You should always follow these instructions and observe these precautions while using the Gear VR to reduce the risk of injury or discomfort. Use only in a safe environment • The Gear VR produces an immersive virtual reality experience that distra...

12 Read me first • Listening to sound at high volumes can cause irreparable damage to your hearing. Background noise, as well as continued exposure to high volume levels, can make sounds seem quieter than they actually are. Due to immersive nature of virtual reality, do not use the Gear VR with the ...

14 Read me first • Be mindful of the type of content that you were using prior to the onset of any symptoms because you may be more prone to symptoms based upon the content being used. • Consult a physician if you have serious and/or persistent symptoms. Repetitive stress injury Prolonged use of the...

15 Read me first Radio frequency interference The Gear VR can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby electronics, including cardiac pacemakers. If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the Gear VR without first consulting your physician or the manufactu...

16 Getting started About the Gear VR The Samsung Gear VR (also referred to as Gear VR) is a head- mounted, virtual reality device that provides an immersive experience for a wide range of users.When you connect a mobile device to the Gear VR, you can enjoy 2D or 3D content and play games by launchin...

17 Getting started Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Gear VR, top head strap, main strap, and user manual • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. • The supplied items are designed only fo...

18 Getting started Device layout Focus adjustment wheel Connector Charger port Device holder (right) Device holder (left) Foam cushioning Proximity sensor Lenses

19 Getting started Back key Touchpad Volume key Front cover The Gear VR does not require charging as it is powered using the mobile device’s battery.

22 Getting started Keys Key Function Back • Press to return to the previous screen. • Press and hold to open the Universal menu. You can view the status of the Gear VR and configure settings. Volume • Press to adjust the Gear VR volume. Focus adjustment wheel • Rotate to focus by adjusting the dista...

23 Getting started Wearing the Gear VR Do not put on the Gear VR when you are wearing glasses. Doing so may cause facial injuries. If you need corrective lenses, it is recommended that you wear contact lenses when using the Gear VR. • Factory lens protectors are pre-installed on the Gear VR. Remove ...

34 Getting started Separating the devices Separate the mobile device from the Gear VR when you finish using it.Pull the device holder (right) to the right ( 1 ), and remove the mobile device ( 2 ). 1 2

35 Getting started Connecting a headset You can connect a headset or a Bluetooth headset to the mobile device when using the Gear VR. A headset or a Bluetooth headset is not supplied with the Gear VR. For more information about connecting a Bluetooth headset, refer to the mobile device’s user manual...

36 Getting started • Hold the mobile device tightly when connecting the headset especially if the mobile device is inserted while the device holder (left) is in position B. • Headsets that are not supplied with the mobile devices may not connect to the mobile device. Installing the Gear VR software ...

38 Getting started 7 Tap Install Apps to install the additional VR apps. 8 Connect the mobile device to the Gear VR. Or, tap Browse Oculus Store to launch the Oculus Store app. When the software is installed, the Oculus Store app will appear on the Apps screen of the mobile device. • A proximity sen...

39 Basics Using the touchpad The touchpad is located on the right side of the Gear VR. Use the touchpad to select items or to control the Gear VR. When you are not wearing the Gear VR, the touchpad does not work. Tapping To select a menu item, tap the touchpad with a finger.

40 Basics Swiping To move to the next item, swipe forwards across the touchpad. To move to the previous item, swipe backwards across the touchpad.

42 Basics Oculus Home screen and VR App screen Oculus Home screen The Oculus Home screen is the starting point for accessing apps and features. You can launch or download VR apps on the Oculus Home screen.Before the Oculus Home screen opens for the first time, a tutorial will start explaining how to...

43 Basics VR App screen You can launch an app, view app information, and more.On the Oculus Home screen, select Library . Move to an app and select to view information and options for the app. View app information. View an app summary. View an app preview. Update the app. Launch an app.

44 Basics Moving the pointer or the screen The Gear VR recognises your head movements. Move your head in any direction to move the pointer or the screen. The pointer is located in the centre of the screen. Some apps may not display the pointer at all times.

45 Basics Selecting items You can select items or apps by moving your head and then tapping the touchpad. The following example shows the steps to perform to select an image from VR Gallery . The screen, item selection method, and pointer may differ depending on the app you are using. 1 On the Oculu...

48 Basics Managing apps Launching apps On the Oculus Home screen, select Library . Move to the app that you want to launch, select the app, and then select Start . Installing apps You can install VR apps on the mobile device while wearing the Gear VR.On the Oculus Home screen, select Store or Samsun...

49 Basics Updating apps You can update default apps and installed apps.On the Oculus Home screen, select Library . Move to an app that you want to update and select . Receiving calls If you receive a call while you are using the Gear VR, a pop-up message is displayed on the screen. You can view the ...

50 Basics • You cannot answer calls while using the Gear VR. To answer a call, separate the mobile device from the Gear VR and answer the call. • The Gear VR blocks pop-up messages for incoming calls when the Do Not Disturb feature is activated. You can turn on the pop-up messages in the Universal m...

51 Basics Rejecting a call 1 When you have an incoming call, a pop-up message is displayed on the screen showing the caller's information. 2 Swipe backwards or forwards across the touchpad to reject the call. Viewing notifications While using the Gear VR, you can check general notifications, such as...

52 Basics Using the Universal menu You can use the Universal menu to configure settings for the Gear VR. Also, you can view the current time, remaining battery power, and more.Press and hold the Back key to open the Universal menu. To return to the previous screen, press the Back key. • Oculus Home ...

53 Basics • Do Not Disturb: Off / Do Not Disturb: On : Set the Gear VR to turn pop-up messages on or off for incoming calls and notifications. • Brightness : Adjust the brightness. • Do not attach the front cover when using the mobile device’s rear camera. • These features may not be available in so...

54 Apps Oculus Store Manage apps for the Gear VR on the mobile device.On the mobile device, open the Apps screen and tap Oculus . When you launch the Oculus Store app for the first time, you must sign in to an Oculus account. Tap Log In to sign in to it. If you do not have an account, tap Create Acc...

55 Apps Uninstalling apps Tap → Library . Swipe to the left or right to select a category, move to the app you want to uninstall, and then tap UNINSTALL . If an app is accidentally uninstalled, you can reinstall it. Tap → Library , swipe to the left or right to select a category, move to the app tha...

56 Apps Oculus Video Enjoy videos on a screen in your own virtual movie theatre. 1 On the Oculus Home screen, select Library . 2 Move to Oculus Video and select the app. 3 Select Start . 4 Select a screen category.Videos will be sorted based on the screen type. 5 Select a video and play it. • You ca...

57 Apps While watching videos, you can control video playback. Tap the touchpad to use the following features: • / : Pause and resume playback. • : View the list of videos. VR Gallery View images and videos from the mobile device. You can also view 360 degree panoramic or 3D videos.On the Oculus Hom...

58 Apps Playing videos Select a video folder. Select a video to watch and select .While watching videos, you can control the playback. Tap the touchpad to use the following features: • / : Pause and resume playback. • / : Go to the previous or next video. To rewind a video, swipe backwards across th...

59 Apps Viewing images Select an image folder and then select an image.To view the previous image, swipe backwards across the touchpad.To view the next image, swipe forwards across the touchpad.To enlarge the size of the image, swipe upwards on the touchpad.To reduce the size of the image, swipe dow...

60 Apps Viewing 360 degree panoramic videos You can watch videos recorded in normal mode and in 360 degree video recording mode in the 360 degree panoramic view.In the Gallery app on the mobile device, create a folder named "360Videos" and add videos to watch. Viewing 3D videos You can watch...

62 Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.If the tips below do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. The Oculus Home screen does not appear when the mobile device is connected...

63 Troubleshooting The mobile device is hot to the touch When using apps that require a higher amount of power than normal or when using apps on your device for an extended period, the mobile device may feel hot to the touch. When the Gear VR detects a high temperature, a message appears on the scre...

64 Troubleshooting The image on the screen is moving randomly The Gear VR can be affected by magnetic interference created by items, such as computers, TVs, or electric cables. Avoid using the Gear VR in areas affected by magnetic interference. The screen is out of focus • Ensure that the Gear VR is...

65 Troubleshooting A game controller or Bluetooth headset is not connected • Ensure that the Bluetooth device is connected to the mobile device. • Ensure that the mobile device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). • Ensure that the battery of the Bluetooth de...

66 Safety information To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read the safety information about your device before using it. Use the device for its intended purpose only. Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the device. Do not use or store your device in areas ...

67 Safety information Do not bite or suck the device. Children or animals can choke on small parts. Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into the eyes, ears, or mouth. Doing so may cause suffocation or serious injuries. Do not expose the device to heavy smoke or fumes. Doing so may damag...

70 Safety information Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset. • Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage. • Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an audio source and use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear music. • Ensure the heads...

71 Safety information Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device. Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. If your device needs servicing, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre. When cleaning your device, mind the following. • Wipe the device a...

72 Safety information Allow only qualified personnel to service your device. Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)(Applicable...

Declaration of Conformity Product details For the following Product : Smart Wearable DeviceModel(s) : SM-R322 Declaration & Applicable standards We hereby declare, that the product above is in compliance with the essential requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC)...