Getting started
Locking and unlocking the Gear
When not in use, lock the Gear to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button on the Clock screen turns off the screen and puts the Gear into lock mode. The Gear automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the Gear, press the Power button.
Adjusting the brightness of the display
You can adjust the display’s brightness on the Gear to suit the environment.
On the Home screen, tap Settings → Display → Brightness, and then adjust the brightness.
In bright conditions, such as in direct sunlight, you can set the brightness of the Gear’s display at the maximum to use Outdoor mode. If the screen remains off for 5 minutes, outdoor mode is automatically reset to the default settings.
Adjusting the volume
Adjust the volume up or down to adjust the Gear’s volume.
On the Home screen, tap Settings → Sound → Volume. Then, select an item and adjust it.
Do not hold the Gear’s speaker close to your ears. Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage.
Switching to silent mode
Use one of the following methods:
•Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Sound or Vibration.
•On the Home screen, tap Settings → Sound → Sound mode → Vibrate or Mute.
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