FĒNIX® 5X Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents Introduction.....................................................................1 Device Overview ......................................................................... 1 Viewing the Controls Menu .................................................... 1 Viewing Widgets .................................................................... 1 Charging the Device ................................................................... 1 Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Device ....................
Creating and Following a Course on Your Device .................... 15 Creating a Round-Trip Course .................................................. 15 Marking and Starting Navigation to a Man Overboard Location .................................................................................... 15 Navigating with Sight 'N Go ...................................................... 15 Navigating to Your Starting Point ............................................. 15 Stopping Navigation .....................
Data Fields ................................................................................ 28 VO2 Max. Standard Ratings ..................................................... 31 FTP Ratings .............................................................................. 32 Wheel Size and Circumference ................................................ 32 BSD 3-Clause License .............................................................. 32 Symbol Definitions ....................................................
Introduction WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program. Device Overview LIGHT Select to turn the backlight on and off. Hold to view the controls menu. Hold to turn the device on. Á Select to view the activity list and start or stop an activity. Select to choose an option in a menu. Â Select to return to the previous screen.
2 Select an option: Setting Up Garmin Express 1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable. 2 Go to www.garmin.com/express. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. 3 4 Activities Your device can be used for indoor, outdoor, athletic, and fitness activities. When you start an activity, the device displays and records sensor data. You can save activities and share them with the Garmin Connect community.
4 Select the activity settings. 5 Select Metronome > Status > On. 6 Select an option: • Select Beats / Minute to enter a value based on the cadence you want to maintain. • Select Alert Frequency to customize the frequency of the beats. • Select Sounds to customize the metronome tone and vibration. 7 If necessary, select Preview to listen to the metronome feature before you run. 8 Hold DOWN to return to the clock. 9 Go for a run (Starting an Activity, page 2). The metronome starts automatically.
4 Select a distance for the completed drill. Viewing Layup and Dogleg Distances Distance increments are based on the pool size selected for the activity profile. 5 Select an option: • To start another drill interval, select LAP. • To start a swim interval, select UP or DOWN to return to the swim training screens. You can view a list of layup and dogleg distances for par 4 and 5 holes. Select > Layups. Each layup and the distance until you reach each layup appear on the screen.
NOTE: The heart rate sensor is located on the back of the device. • See Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data, page 5 for more information about wrist-based heart rate. • For more information about the accuracy of wrist-based heart rate, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy. Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you can try these tips. • Clean and dry your arm before putting on the device. • Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the device.
• Rinse the heart rate monitor after every use. • Hand wash the heart rate monitor after every seven uses or one pool swim, using a tiny amount of mild detergent, such as dishwashing liquid. NOTE: Using too much detergent may damage the heart rate monitor. • Do not put the heart rate monitor in a washing machine or dryer. • When drying the heart rate monitor, hang it up or lay it flat.
You can watch the color gauge or data field during your run or view the summary on your Garmin Connect account after your run. As with the other running dynamics data, ground contact time balance is a quantitative measurement to help you learn about your running form. Functional threshold power (FTP): The device uses your user Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data profile information from the initial setup to estimate your FTP.
recover, so you should pay attention to your overall health including stress, nutrition, and rest. About VO2 Max. Estimates VO2 max. is the maximum volume of oxygen (in milliliters) you can consume per minute per kilogram of body weight at your maximum performance. In simple terms, VO2 max. is an indication of athletic performance and should increase as your level of fitness improves. The fēnix 5X device requires wristbased heart rate or a compatible chest heart rate monitor to display your VO2 max.
TIP: Garmin recommends that you measure your stress level at approximately the same time and under the same conditions every day. 1 If necessary, select > Add > HRV Stress to add the stress app to the apps list. 2 Select Yes to add the app to your list of favorites. 3 From the watch face, select > HRV Stress > . 4 Stand still, and rest for 3 minutes.
cardiac health. Higher numbers generally indicate healthier hearts. TIP: For best results, you should stop moving for two minutes while the device calculates your recovery heart rate value. You can save or discard the activity after this value appears. About Training Effect Training Effect measures the impact of an activity on your aerobic and anaerobic fitness. Training Effect accumulates during the activity.
Letting the Device Set Your Heart Rate Zones The default settings allow the device to detect your maximum heart rate and set your heart rate zones as a percentage of your maximum heart rate. • Verify that your user profile settings are accurate (Setting Up Your User Profile, page 10). • Run often with the wrist or chest heart rate monitor. • Try a few heart rate training plans, available from your Garmin Connect account. • View your heart rate trends and time in zones using your Garmin Connect account.
Earning Intensity Minutes Your fēnix 5X device calculates intensity minutes by comparing your heart rate data during an activity to your average resting heart rate. If heart rate is turned off, the device calculates moderate intensity minutes by analyzing your steps per minute. • Start a timed activity for the most accurate calculation of intensity minutes. • Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate or vigorous intensity level.
4 Select Training > Intervals > Do Workout. 5 Select to start the timer. 6 When your interval workout has a warm up, select LAP to begin the first interval. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. After you complete all of the intervals, a message appears. Stopping an Interval Workout • At any time, select LAP to end an interval. • At any time, select to stop the timer. • If you added a cool down to your interval workout, select LAP to end the interval workout.
The records are deleted for that sport only. Clock Setting an Alarm You can set up to ten separate alarms. You can set each alarm to sound once or to repeat regularly. 1 From the watch face, hold MENU. 2 Select Clock > Alarm Clock > Add Alarm. 3 Select Time, and enter the alarm time. 4 Select Repeat, and select when the alarm should repeat (optional). 5 Select Sounds, and select a type of notification (optional). 6 Select Backlight > On to turn on the backlight with the alarm.
5 If necessary, select an option: Navigating with Sight 'N Go • To search near a different location, select Search Near, and select a location. • To search for a point of interest by name, select Spell Search, enter a name, select Search Near, and select a location. 6 Select a point of interest from the search results. 7 Select Go. Navigation information appears. 8 Select to begin navigation.
Using History 3 Pan and zoom the map to center the location in the crosshairs. 4 Hold to select the point indicated by the crosshairs. 5 If necessary, select a nearby point of interest. 6 Select an option: • To start navigating to the location, select Go. • To view the location on the map, select Map. • To save the location, select Save. • To view information about the location, select Review.
3 Select an option: • Select Delete All Activities to delete all activities from the history. • Select Reset Totals to reset all distance and time totals. NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities. Confirm your selection. 4 Connected Features Connected features are available for your fēnix device when you connect the device to a compatible smartphone using Bluetooth wireless technology. Some features require you to install the Garmin Connect Mobile app on the connected smartphone. Go to www.garmin.
1 Go outside, and turn on the fēnix 5X device. 2 Pair your smartphone with the fēnix 5X device (Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Device, page 1). 3 On the fēnix 5X device, hold MENU, and select Settings > 4 5 Track your progress: You can track your daily steps, join a friendly competition with your connections, and meet your goals. Share your activities: You can connect with friends to follow each other's activities or post links to your activities on your favorite social networking sites.
Watch Faces: Allow you to customize the appearance of the clock. Data Fields: Allow you to download new data fields that present sensor, activity, and history data in new ways. You can add Connect IQ data fields to built-in features and pages. Widgets: Provide information at a glance, including sensor data and notifications. Apps: Add interactive features to your watch, such as new outdoor and fitness activity types.
3 Wait while the device connects to your VIRB camera. 4 5 6 7 When the camera is connected, a VIRB data screen is automatically added to the activity apps. During an activity, select UP or DOWN to view the VIRB data screen. Hold MENU. Select VIRB Remote. Select an option: • To control the camera using the activity timer, select Settings > Timer Start/Stop. NOTE: Video recording automatically starts and stops when you start and stop an activity.
can set the device to alert you when your heart rate is below 60 beats per minute (bpm) and over 210 bpm. Recurring alert: A recurring alert notifies you each time the device records a specified value or interval. For example, you can set the device to alert you every 30 minutes. Alert Name Alert Type Description Cadence Range You can set minimum and maximum cadence values. Calories Event, recurring You can set the number of calories.
6 Select a data field to change it. 7 Select Preview (optional). Enabling Auto Pause ® You can use the Auto Pause feature to pause the timer automatically when you stop moving. This feature is helpful if your activity includes stop lights or other places where you must stop. NOTE: History is not recorded while the timer is stopped or paused. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > Activities & Apps. 3 Select an activity. NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities. 4 Select the activity settings.
4 Select Add New to scroll through additional pre-loaded watch faces. 5 Select > Apply to activate a pre-loaded watch face or an installed Connect IQ watch face. 6 If using a pre-loaded watch face, select > Customize. 7 Select an option: • To change the style of the numbers for the analog watch face, select Dial. • To change the style of the hands for the analog watch face, select Hands.
GroupTrack Settings Hold MENU, and select Settings > GroupTrack. Show on Map: Enables you to view connections on the map screen during a GroupTrack session. Activity Types: Allows you to select which activity types appear on the map screen during a GroupTrack session. Navigation Settings You can customize the map features and appearance when navigating to a destination. Customizing Map Features 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > Navigation > Data Screens.
Changing the Units of Measure You can customize units of measure for distance, pace and speed, elevation, weight, height, and temperature. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > System > Units. 3 Select a measurement type. 4 Select a unit of measure. Viewing Device Information You can view device information, such as the unit ID, software version, regulatory information, and license agreement. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > About.
Manual calibration is recommended if you know your calibration factor. If you have calibrated a foot pod with another Garmin product, you may know your calibration factor. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > Sensors & Accessories. 3 Select your foot pod. 4 Select Cal. Factor > Set Value. 5 Adjust the calibration factor: • Increase the calibration factor if your distance is too low. • Decrease the calibration factor if your distance is too high.
Changing the QuickFit™ Bands Restoring All Default Settings 1 Slide the latch on the QuickFit band, and remove the band from the watch. NOTE: This deletes all user-entered information and activity history. You can restore all of the device settings to the factory default values. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > System > Restore Defaults > Yes. Acquiring Satellite Signals The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals.
Appendix NOTE: Wrist-based heart rate monitoring is used to calculate vigorous intensity minutes and calories burned. Activity Tracking For more information about activity tracking accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy. My daily step count does not appear The daily step count is reset every night at midnight. If dashes appear instead of your step count, allow the device to acquire satellite signals and set the time automatically.
Avg. Overall Speed: The average speed for the current activity, including both moving and stopped speeds. Avg. PCO: The average platform center offset for the current activity. Avg. R. PP: The average power phase angle for the right leg for the current activity. Avg. R. PPP: The average power phase peak angle for the right leg for the current activity. Avg. Speed: The average speed for the current activity. Avg. Stride Len.: The average stride length for the current session. Avg.
Int Strk Rate: The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the current interval. Int Strk Type: The current stroke type for the interval. L. Lap Stk. Rate: Swimming. The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the last completed lap. L. Lap Stk. Rate: Paddle sports. The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the last completed lap. L. Lap Strokes: Swimming. The total number of strokes for the last completed lap. L. Lap Strokes: Paddle sports.
Multisport Time: The total time for all sports in a multisport activity, including transitions. Muscle O2 Sat. %: The estimated muscle oxygen saturation percentage for the current activity. Nautical Dist: The distance traveled in nautical meters or nautical feet. Nautical Speed: The current speed in knots. Next Waypoint: The next point on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear. NP: The Normalized Power™ for the current activity.
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Index A accessories 25, 28 activities 2, 20, 22 custom 2, 3 saving 2 starting 2 activity tracking 11, 12 alarms 14, 20 alerts 14, 20, 21, 24 altimeter 16, 23 calibrating 23 ANT+ sensors 25 applications 17, 18 smartphone 1 auto climb 22 Auto Lap 21 Auto Pause 22 auto scroll 22 B backlight 1, 24 bands 27 barometer 16, 23 battery 26 charging 1 life 26 maximizing 17, 22, 27 bike sensors 25 Bluetooth technology 17, 27 C cadence 2, 6 alerts 21 sensors 25 calendar 12 calibrating altimeter 23 compass 23 calorie,
user profile 10 V vertical oscillation 6 vertical ratio 6 VIRB remote 19 Virtual Partner 13 VO2 max.
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FEN IX® SX CD Quick Start Manual Device Overview & WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
Select to return to BACK the previous screen. LAP Select to record a lap, rest, or transition during an activity. @ ® Select to scroll DOWN through the widget loop and menus. Hold to view the watch face from any screen. @ Select to scroll through the widget UP MENU loop and menus. Hold to view the menu.
3 Hold LIGHT to turn on 4 the device. The first time you turn on the device, it is in pairing mode. Follow the instructions in the app to complete the pairing and setup process. Viewing the Controls Menu The controls menu contains shortcut menu options, such as turning on do not disturb mode, locking the keys, and turning the device off. 1 From any screen, hold LIGHT. 6 2 Select UP or DOWN to scroll through the options.
• • • Select @ to view additional options and functions for a widget. From any screen, hold DOWN to return to the watch face. If you are recording an activity, select BACK to return to the activity data pages. • • From the controls menu, hold MENU to add, remove, and reorder the controls. From any screen, hold MENU to change additional settings.
Downloading Connect IQ Features 1 From the settings in the 2 Garmin Connect Mobile app, select Connect IQ Store. Follow the on-screen instructions. Activities Your device can be used for indoor, outdoor, athletic, and fitness activities. When you start an activity, the device displays and records sensor data. You can save activities and share them with the Garmin Connect community. 8 You can also add Connect IQ activity apps to your device using your Garmin Connect account (page 7).
6 comfortable, and it should not move while running or . . exerc1s1ng. wait while the device locates satellites. Select @ to start the timer. NOTE: The device does not record your activity data until you start the timer. Stopping an Activity 1 2 Select @. Select Save. Wearing the Device and Heart Rate • • NOTE: The heart rate sensor is located on the back of the device. See the owner's manual for more information about wrist-based heart rate. Wear the fenix 5X device above your wrist bone.
Navigation Creating a Round-Trip Course The device can create a round-trip course based on a specified distance and direction of navigation. 1 From the watch face, select c~:'. 2 Select Run or Bike. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > 5 6 10 Round-Trip Course. Enter the total distance for the course. Select a direction heading. 7 8 The device creates up to three courses. You can select DOWN to view the courses. Select (~) to select a course. Select an option: • To begin navigation, select Go.
select Elevation Plot. 2 Select a category. 3 Respond to the on- Saving Your Location You can save your current location to navigate back to it later. 1 Hold LIGHT. 4 screen prompts to choose a destination. Select Go To. Navigation information appears. Select (~ to begin navigation. 2 Select 9. 5 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. Viewing the Map Navigating to a Destination You can use your device to navigate to a destination or follow a course. 1 From the watch face, select~) > Navigate.
• TIP: You can select • to toggle between panning up and down, panning left and right, or zooming. You can hold • to select the point indicated by the crosshairs. To see nearby points of interest and waypoints, select Around Me.
other professional to adjust the length of the metal band. Charging the Device &. WARNING ~_.__________. This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. NOTICE To prevent corrosion, thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer. Refer to the cleaning instructions in the owner's manual.
Temperature Specifications fenix SX operating temperature range: From -20° to 50°C (from -4° to 122°F) fenix SX charging temperature range: From 0° to 45°C (from 32° to 113°F) My device is in the wrong language Troubleshooting The owner's manual includes instructions for using device features and accessing regulatory information. Go to www.garmin.com /manuals/fenix5X. Resetting Your .Device 1 Hold LIGHT for at least 2 14 25 seconds. Hold LIGHT for one second to turn on the device. Go to www.garmin.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY AND PRODUCT INFORMATION Failure to heed the following warnings could result in an accident or medical event resulting in deat_b or seri~~?. injury. Battery Warnings A lithium-ion battery can be used in this device. Coin cell batteries can be used in the accessory. If these guidelines are not followed, batteries may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
• Always consult your physician before beginning or modifying any exercise program. • The Garmin device, accessories, heart rate monitor, and related data are intended to be used only for recreational purposes and not for medical purposes, and are not intended to diagnose, monitor, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. • The heart rate readings are for reference only, and no responsibility is accepted for the consequences of any erroneous readings.
Off-Road Navigation Warnings If your Garmin device is able to suggest off-road routes for various outdoor activities, such as biking, hiking, and allterrain vehicles, follow these guidelines to ensure safe off-road navigation. • Always use your best judgment and exercise common sense when making off-road navigational decisions. The Garmin device is designed to provide route suggestions only. It is not a replacement for attentiveness and proper preparation for outdoor activities.
printed manual in the product packaging. • When storing the device for an extended time period, store within the temperature ranges specified in the printed manual in the product packaging. • Do not use a power and/or data cable that is not approved or supplied by Garmin. • Replaceable coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate material. Special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste /perchlorate.
Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure This device is a mobile transmitter and receiver that uses an internal antenna to send and receive low levels of radio frequency (RF) energy for data communications. The device emits RF energy below the published limits when operating in its maximum output power mode and when used with Garmin authorized accessories. To comply with RF exposure compliance requirements, the device should be used as described in the manual.
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number. Securely pack the device and a copy of the original sales receipt, which is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. Write the tracking number clearly on the outside of the package. Send the device, freight charges prepaid, to the Garmin warranty service station provided to you. Go to www.garmin.com/support form more information about contacting Garmin Product Support for warranty service. If you bought your device in the United States, you can also call 1·800~800-1020.
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