FORERUNNER 610 owner's manual ®
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Introduction Table of Contents ANT+ Sensor Troubleshooting....24 Introduction.............................3 Your Training...........................6 Viewing History............................25 Deleting History...........................26 Using Free Software....................26 Sending History to Your Computer .................................27 ANT+ Sensors.......................17 Locations.....................................28 Navigating to a Saved Location...................................
Introduction Appendix...............................38 Specifications..............................38 About the Battery.........................39 Heart Rate Monitor Battery..........41 Changing the Wrist Band.............42 Caring for Your Device................43 Troubleshooting...........................45 Index......................................
Introduction Introduction warning Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Setting Up the Device When using your Forerunner® the first time, follow the setup instructions in the Forerunner 610 Quick Start Manual. About the Battery warning This product contains a lithium-ion battery.
Introduction Keys Each key has multiple functions. ➍ Select to open the menu. Hold to exit the menu. Icons ➊ ➋ GPS is on and receiving signals. Heart rate monitor is active. Foot pod is active. Bike sensor is active. ➌ ➍ ➊ POWER/ LIGHT ➋ START/ STOP ➌ LAP/ RESET 4 Watch is in power save mode (page 40). Fitness equipment is active. Hold to turn the device on and off. Select to turn on the backlight. Select to search for a compatible weight scale. Select to start and stop the timer.
Introduction Tips and Shortcuts Touchscreen Tips • Swipe up to exit power save mode. • Tap the time page to view the battery status icon. • Tap the touchscreen to confirm messages. • Swipe right to return to the previous screen or menu level. • Make each touchscreen selection or swipe a separate action. • Do not use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen. • Thick gloves can hinder touchscreen operation. Locating Satellite Signals It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals. 1.
Your Training Your Training This section describes the following training features and settings: • • • • • • • • • • Run Basics (pages 6–7) Alerts (page 7) Auto Lap® (page 9) Auto Pause® (page 10) Auto Scroll (page 11) Virtual Partner® (page 11) Virtual Racer™ (page 11) Interval Workouts (page 12) Custom Workouts (page 13) Bike Training (page 16) Going for a Run Before you can record history, you must locate satellite signals (page 5) or pair your Forerunner with an optional foot pod. 6 1.
Your Training Saving Your Run Hold RESET to save your run and reset the timer. Run Options Displaying Pace or Speed 1. Select > Setup. 2. Select Training Pages. 3. Select a training page to customize. 4. Select a data field to customize. 5. Select Pace/Speed. 6. Select the type of pace or speed data you want to appear on the training page. For a complete list of the available data fields and descriptions, see page 34.
Your Training Setting Advanced Alerts If you have an optional heart rate monitor or GSC™ 10, you can set up advanced alerts for heart rate and cadence. 1. Select > Training > Run Options > Alerts. 2. Select an option: • Select Heart Rate to set the high and low heart rate values in beats per minute (bpm). NOTE: For more information about heart rate zones and settings, see page 18.
Your Training Auto Lap NOTE: Auto Lap does not function during interval or custom workouts. Marking Laps by Position You can use Auto Lap to automatically mark the lap at a specific position. This feature is helpful for comparing your performance over different parts of a run (for example, a long hill or training sprints). 1. Select > Training > Run Options > Auto Lap. 2. Select Auto Lap > By Position. 3.
Your Training Marking Laps by Distance You can use Auto Lap to automatically mark the lap at a specific distance. This feature is helpful for comparing your performance over different parts of a run (for example, every mile or kilometer). > Training > Run 1. Select Options > Auto Lap. 2. Select Auto Lap > By Distance. 3. Select Lap At, and enter a distance. 4. If necessary, customize the lap data fields (page 34).
Your Training Using Auto Scroll You can use the auto scroll feature to automatically cycle through all of the training data pages while the timer is running. 1. Select > Training > Run Options > Auto Scroll. 2. Select Auto Scroll, and select a display speed: Slow, Medium, or Fast. Running With a Virtual Partner Your Virtual Partner is a training tool designed to help you meet your goals. 1. Select > Training > Run Options > Virtual Partner. 2. Select Virtual Partner > On. 3.
Your Training final sprint to the finish line. Running With a Virtual Racer Before you can run with a Virtual Racer, you must have at least one saved activity. > Training > Run 1. Select Options > Virtual Racer. 2. Select Create New Race, and select an activity from the list. 3. Enter a name. 4. Select the race, and select Do Race. Virtual Racer Options Select > Training > Run Options > Virtual Racer. • View Stats—Displays the time and distance of the previous activity.
Your Training 8. If necessary, select Warmup > Yes to add an open-ended warm up to your workout. 9. If necessary, select Cooldown > Yes to add an open-ended cooldown to your workout. Starting an Interval Workout 1. Select > Training > Workouts > Intervals > Do Workout. 2. Select START. If your interval workout has a warm up, you must select LAP to begin the first interval. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. When you complete all of the intervals, a message appears.
Your Training Creating a Custom Workout 1. Select > Training > Workouts > Custom > Create New. 2. Select Run 000 to edit the name of the workout. 3. Select Add New Step. 4. Select Duration to specify how the step will be measured. For example, select Distance to end the step after a specific distance. If you select Open, you can select LAP to end the step during your workout. 5. If necessary, select Duration Value, and enter a value. 6. Select Target to choose your goal during the step.
Your Training • Select Repeat Until to repeat a step for a specific duration. For example, you can repeat a 5-mile step for 60 minutes or until your heart rate reaches 160 bpm. 3. Select Back To Step, and select a step to repeat. 4. Select to save the step. Starting a Custom Workout 1. Select > Training > Workouts > Custom. 2. Select a workout, and select Do Workout. 3. Select START. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. When you complete all of the steps, a message appears.
Your Training Following an Activity From the Web You must have a Garmin Connect account (page 26). 1. Connect the device to your computer. 2. Go to www.garminconnect.com, and find an activity. 3. Click Send to Device. 4. Disconnect the device, and turn it on. 5. Select > Training > Workouts > Custom Workout. 6. Select a workout, and select Do Workout. Bike Training Options Many of the training features of the Forerunner can be applied to cycling.
ANT+ Sensors ANT+ Sensors The Forerunner is compatible with the following ANT+ accessories: • Heart rate monitor (page 18) • Foot pod (page 20) • GSC 10 (page 21) • Weight Scale (page 22) • Fitness Equipment (page 22) For information about purchasing additional accessories, go to http://buy.garmin.com. Pairing Your ANT+ Sensors Before you can pair, you must put on the heart rate monitor or install the sensor. See the Forerunner 610 Quick Start Manual or the accessory instructions.
ANT+ Sensors • If is off, select > Setup > Bike Sensor > Bike Sensor > On > Search for New. • If you still cannot pair the accessory, replace the accessory battery (heart rate monitor, page 42). When the accessory is paired, a message appears, and the accessory icon (page 4) appears solid on the screen. Heart Rate Monitor Setting Your Heart Rate Zones Before you can customize your heart rate zones, you must enable the heart rate monitor.
ANT+ Sensors 4. Select Resting HR, and enter you resting heart rate. The zone values update automatically; however, you can still edit each value manually. About Heart Rate Zones Many athletes are using heart rate zones to measure and increase their cardiovascular strength and improve their level of fitness. A heart rate zone is a set range of heartbeats per minute. The five commonly accepted heart rate zones are numbered from 1 to 5 according to increasing intensity.
ANT+ Sensors More Heart Rate Options • Heart rate alerts (page 8) • Heart rate zone calculations (page 23) • Heart rate data fields (page 34) • Heart rate troubleshooting (page 24) Foot Pod Your Forerunner is compatible with the foot pod. You can use the foot pod to send data to your Forerunner when training indoors, when your GPS signal is weak, or when you lose satellite signals. The foot pod is on standby and ready to send data. You must pair the foot pod with your Forerunner (page 17).
ANT+ Sensors GSC 10 Cadence data from the GSC 10 is always recorded. If there is no GSC 10 paired, GPS data is used to calculate the speed and distance. Cadence is your rate of pedaling or “spinning” measured by the number of revolutions of the crank arm per minute (rpm). There are two sensors on the GSC 10: one for cadence and one for speed. Calibrating Your Bike Sensor Before you customize the bike sensor options, you must change your sport to cycling (page 16). > Setup > Bike Sensor 1.
ANT+ Sensors Using the Weight Scale If you have an ANT+ compatible weight scale, the Forerunner can read the data from the weight scale. 1. Select LIGHT. A message appears when the weight scale is found. 2. Stand on the scale. Note: If using a body composition scale, remove shoes and socks to ensure that all body composition parameters are read and recorded. 3. Step off the scale. TIP: If an error occurs, step off the scale, and try again.
ANT+ Sensors Heart Rate Zone Calculations Zone 1 % of Maximum Heart Rate 50–60% 2 60–70% 3 70–80% 4 80–90% 5 90–100% Perceived Exertion Benefits Relaxed, easy pace; rhythmic breathing Comfortable pace; slightly deeper breathing, conversation possible Moderate pace; more difficult to hold conversation Fast pace and a bit uncomfortable; breathing forceful Sprinting pace, unsustainable for long period of time; labored breathing Beginning-level aerobic training; reduces stress Basic cardiovascular
ANT+ Sensors ANT+ Sensor Troubleshooting Problem I have a third-party ANT+ sensor. I want to use the foot pod data only if GPS data is not available. The heart rate data is inaccurate or erratic. 24 Solution Make sure that it is compatible with the Forerunner (www.garmin.com/intosports). The Forerunner can only record data from one source at a time. You can have both data souces ready to go before you start training. 1. Install and pair the Forerunner with the foot pod. 2.
History History Your Forerunner stores data based on the type of activity, the accessories used, and your training settings. The Forerunner can save approximately 180 hours of history with typical use. When the Forerunner memory is full, your oldest data is overwritten. Viewing History The history displays the date, time of day, distance, activity time, calories, and average and maximum pace or speed.
History Resetting Your Totals You can reset the distance and time totals that appear on the device. NOTE: This does not delete any history. Select > History > Options > Reset Totals > Yes. Deleting History Deleting a Run 1. Select > History > Activities. 2. Select a run. 3. Swipe up. 4. Select Delete > Yes. Deleting All Activities Select > History > Options > Delete All Activities > Yes. 26 Using Free Software Garmin provides two software options for storing and analyzing your run history.
History Sending History to Your Computer Before connecting the USB ANT Stick to your computer, you must download the free software (page 26)so that the necessary USB drivers are installed. 1. Plug the USB ANT Stick ➊ into a USB port on your computer. Preventing Data Transfer You can prevent transferring data to or from any computer, even a paired computer. Select > Setup > System > Data Transfer > Data Transfer > Off. ➊ 2. Bring your device within range (3 m) of your computer. 3.
Navigation Navigation This section describes the management of saved locations and navigating with the Forerunner. Locations Viewing and Saving Your Current Location Before you can view and save your location, you must locate satellite signals. You can save your current location, such as your home or parking spot. 1. Select > Where To? > Where Am I?. Your current coordinates appear. 2. Select Save Location. 3. If necessary, select Edit Location to edit the properties. 28 Editing Locations 1.
Navigation Navigating to a Saved Location Before you can navigate to a saved location, you must locate satellite signals. 1. Select > Where To? > Locations. 2. Select a location. 3. Select Go to Location. The compass page appears. To record the activity, you must start the timer. Navigating Back to Start You can only navigate to your starting location, if you are training with GPS. At any point during your run, you can return to your starting point. You must start the timer in order to use this feature.
Navigation Satellite Page The satellite page shows your current GPS satellite information. Select > Where To? > Satellites. On the satellite page, GPS accuracy appears at the bottom of the page. The bars represent the strength of each satellite signal received (the number of the satellite appears below each bar). For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS.
Settings Settings Time Settings Setting the Time Manually By default, the watch time is set automatically when the Forerunner locates satellites. 1. Select > Setup > Time > Set Time > Manual. 2. Enter the time. 3. If necessary, select Time Format to choose between 12 hour or 24 hour. Setting the Alarm 1. Select > Setup > Alarm. 2. Select Alarm > On. 3. Select Time, and enter a time. System and Display Settings Select > Setup > System. • Language—sets the device language.
Settings Customizing the Unit Settings You can customize units of measure for distance, pace and speed, elevation, position format, and weight. > Setup > System > 1. Select Units. 2. Select a setting. 3. Select a unit for the setting. Setting Your User Profile The Forerunner uses information that you enter about yourself to calculate accurate run data. You can modify the following user profile information: gender, age, weight, height, and lifetime athlete. 1. Select > Setup > User Profile. 2.
Settings abnormally high during your first few runs. It takes several activities for the device to learn your activity level. Training effect technology is provided and supported by Firstbeat Technologies Ltd. For more information, go to www.firstbeattechnologies.com. Customizing the Training Pages You can customize the data fields on four training pages. 1. Select > Setup > Training Pages. 2. Swipe left to select a training page. 3. If necessary, swipe up to enable the training page. 4.
Settings Data Fields Data fields with the * symbol display statute or metric units. Data fields with the ** symbol require an ANT+ sensor. Data Field Description Calories to Go During a custom workout, the remaining calories when the step duration is a calorie amount. Data Field Description Cadence ** For running, cadence is measured in steps per minute (spm). For cycling, cadence is measured in revolutions of the crank arm per minute (rpm). Distance * Distance traveled for the current activity.
Settings Data Field Description Data Field Description Grade Calculation of rise over run. For example, if for every 10 feet you climb (elevation) you travel 200 feet (distance), your grade is 5%. HR – Avg. %HRR ** Average percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the activity. Heading The direction you are moving. HR – Avg. %Max. ** Average percentage of maximum heart rate for the activity. Heart Rate ** Heart rate in beats per minute (bpm).
Settings Data Field Description Data Field Description HR Zone ** Current range of heart rate (1 to 5). The default zones are based on your user profile, maximum heart rate, and resting heart rate. Pace Zone Current range of pace (ten zones available). Reps to Go During an interval workout, the remaining repetitions. Speed * Current speed. Speed – Average * Average speed for the activity. Speed – Lap * Average speed in the current lap.
Settings Data Field Description Time – Avg. Lap Average time to complete the laps so far. Time Elapsed Total time recorded from pressing START to RESET. Time – Lap Amount of time in the current lap. Time – Last Lap Amount of time during the last completed lap. Time of Day Current time of day based on your time settings (format, time zone, and daylight saving time). Time to Go During a workout, the remaining time in the interval or step.
Appendix Appendix Specifications notice The Forerunner is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be certain to wipe dry and air dry the unit before using or charging. note: The Forerunner is not intended to be used while swimming.
Appendix Heart Rate Monitor Specifications Water 98.4 ft. (30 m) resistance This product does not transmit heart rate data to your GPS device while swimming. Battery User-replaceable CR2032, 3 volts Page 39 Battery life Approximately 4.5 years (1 hour per day) Operating From 23°F to 122°F temperature (from -5°C to 50°C) Note: In cold conditions, wear appropriate clothing to keep the heart rate monitor near your body temperature. Radio 2.
Appendix and power save mode. Exposure to extremely cold temperatures will also reduce battery life. Power Save After a period of inactivity, the Forerunner goes into power save mode and appears. The Forerunner displays the time and date, but does not connect with your ANT+ accessories or use GPS. Swipe up to exit power save mode. Maximizing Battery Life Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce battery life. Setting the Backlight 1. Select > Setup > System > Backlight > Mode. 2.
Appendix 3. Align the contacts on the back of the Forerunner with the posts on the charging cradle ➊. The charging cradle is magnetic and holds the Forerunner in place. 4. Charge the Forerunner completely. ➊ When you connect the Forerunner to a power source, the Forerunner turns on, and the charging screen appears. Forerunner 610 Owner’s Manual Heart Rate Monitor Battery warning Do not use a sharp object to remove user‑replaceable batteries.
Appendix Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery 1. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws on the back of the module. 2. Remove the cover and battery. Changing the Wrist Band You can purchase a fabric wrist band accessory for the Forerunner (http://buy.garmin.com). 1. Use the pin tool ➊ to remove the pins ➋. ➋ ➊ 3. Wait 30 seconds. 4. Insert the new battery with the positive side facing up. Note: Do not damage or lose the O-ring gasket. 5. Replace the back cover and the four screws.
Appendix Caring for Your Device ➍ ➌ ➎ ➐ ➏ 3. Insert the tapered end ➎ of the pin to secure the connector to the Forerunner. TIP: You must firmly press the pin into the connector. Use a sturdy, blunt object, if necessary. 4. Align the connector with the loop ➏ of the fabric wrist strap. 5. Insert the tapered end of the pin ➐ to secure the connector to the loop. 6. Repeat steps 2–5 for the bottom connector.
Appendix Cleaning the Screen 1. Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. 2. If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner. 3. Apply the liquid to the cloth, and gently wipe the screen with the cloth. Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor You must unsnap the module before cleaning the strap. • Rinse the strap after every use. • Hand wash the strap in cold water with a mild detergent after every five uses. • Do not put the strap in a washing machine or a dryer.
Appendix Troubleshooting Problem The keys do not respond. How do I reset the device? I want to clear all the user data from my device. Solution 1. Hold POWER until the screen goes blank. 2. Hold POWER until the screen turns on. NOTE: This does not erase any of your data or settings. NOTE: This deletes all user‑entered information, but it does not delete your history. 1. Turn off the device. 2. While holding LAP, turn the device on. 3. Select Yes. My device does not 1.
Appendix Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect Before you can update the device software, you must pair the USB ANT Stick with your computer (page 27). 1. Connect the USB ANT Stick to your computer. 2. Go to www.garminconnect.com. If there is new software available, Garmin Connect alerts you to update the software. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 4. Keep your device in range (3 m) of the computer during the update process.
Index Index A accessories 17–21, 42, 46 alarm 31 alerts 7–8 tones and vibrations 31 ANT+ fitness equipment 22 foot pod 20 heart rate monitor 18 pairing 17 troubleshooting 24 weight scale 22 Auto Lap 9–10 Auto Pause 10 auto scroll 11 B backlight 40 back to start 29 battery charging 3, 40 Forerunner 39 heart rate monitor 42 bike sensors 21 brightness 40 C cadence alerts 8 data fields 34 GSC 10 21 calibrating bike sensors 21 foot pod 20 calorie alerts 7 data fields 34 expenditure 32 caring for your devices 4
Index GSC 10 21 H heart rate alerts 8 data fields 35–36 zones 18–19 heart rate monitor battery 42 cleaning 44 pairing 17 specifications 39 history deleting 26 missing 45 transferring 27 viewing 25, 45 I icons 4 interval workouts 12 K keys 4 tones 31 48 L language 31 lifetime athlete 32 lithium-ion battery 3, 38, 39 locating satellite signals 5, 45 locations 28 M marking your location 28 N navigating back to start 29 to locations 29 P pace 7, 25, 36 pairing ANT+ sensors 17 power save 40 product support 46
Index tones alerts 31 keys 31 touchscreen cleaning 44 tips 5 Training Effect 37 transferring history 27 workouts 15 troubleshooting ANT+ accessories 24 Forerunner 45 W walking breaks 8 water resistance 38–39 weight scale 22 workouts custom 13 interval 12 wrist band 42 U units 32 updating the software 46 user profile 32 V vibration alerts 31 Virtual Partner 11 Virtual Racer 11 Forerunner 610 Owner’s Manual 49
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