User manual

• Select Virtual Pacer to train toward a pace goal.
NOTE: This mode is available for the Run activity only.
• Select Time, Distance, or Calories to train toward a
specific goal using recurring alerts.
TIP: You can use your Garmin Connect account to customize
activity mode alerts, including your interval times, pace goal,
and recurring alert goals (Run Options on Your Garmin
Connect Account, page 6).
6
Select .
7
Start your activity.
Each time you reach the alert value, a message appears and
the device vibrates.
Virtual Pacer
™
Virtual Pacer is a training tool designed to help you improve your
performance by encouraging you to run at the pace you set.
Setting Your Heart Rate Alerts
You can set the device to alert you when your heart rate is
above or below a target zone or a custom range. For example,
you can set the device to alert you when your heart rate is
above 180 beats per minute (bpm).
1
Press the device key to view the menu.
2
Select .
3
Select an activity.
4
Select > HR Alert.
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Select an option:
• To use the range of an existing heart rate zone, select a
heart rate zone.
• To use custom minimum or maximum values, select
Custom.
TIP: You can use your Garmin Connect account to define
custom zones (Run Options on Your Garmin Connect
Account, page 6).
Each time you exceed or drop below the specified range or
custom value, a message appears and the device vibrates.
Pausing Your Activity Automatically
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 need
to stop.
NOTE: The paused time is not saved with your history data.
1
Press the device key to view the menu.
2
Select .
3
Select an activity.
4
Select > Auto Pause > On.
Improving Calorie Accuracy
The device displays an estimate of your total calories burned for
the current day. You can improve the accuracy of this estimate
by walking briskly or running outside for 15 minutes.
1
Swipe to view the calories screen.
2
Select .
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Improving Intensity Minutes Accuracy
The device calculates your time spent participating in moderate
to vigorous intensity activities. You can improve the accuracy of
this calculation by walking briskly or running outside for 15
minutes.
1
Swipe to view the intensity minutes screen.
2
Select .
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Acquiring Satellite Signals
The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite
signals.
1
Go outdoors to an open area.
The device key should be oriented toward the sky.
2
Wait while the device locates satellites.
It may take 30 to 60 seconds to locate satellite signals.
Improving GPS Satellite Reception
• Frequently sync the device to your Garmin Connect account:
◦ Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable
and the Garmin Express application.
◦ Sync your device to the Garmin Connect Mobile app using
your Bluetooth enabled smartphone.
While connected to your Garmin Connect account, the device
downloads several days of satellite data, allowing it to quickly
locate satellite signals.
• Take your device outside to an open area away from tall
buildings and trees.
• Remain stationary for a few minutes.
Personal Records
When you complete an activity, the device displays all new
personal records you achieved during that activity. Personal
records include your fastest time over several typical race
distances and your longest run.
Viewing Your Personal Records
1
Press the device key to view the menu.
2
Select > Records.
3
Select a record.
Restoring a Personal Record
You can set each personal record back to the one previously
recorded.
1
Press the device key to view the menu.
2
Select > Records.
3
Select a record to restore.
4
Select Use Previous > .
Clearing a Personal Record
1
Press the device key to view the menu.
2
Select > Records.
3
Select a record.
4
Select Clear Record > .
NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities.
Bluetooth Connected Features
The vívosmart HR/HR+ device has several Bluetooth connected
features for your compatible smartphone using the Garmin
Connect Mobile app.
Notifications: Alerts you to notifications from your smartphone,
including calls, texts, social network updates, and more,
based on your smartphone notification settings.
Find my phone: Helps locate a lost smartphone that is within
range and paired using Bluetooth wireless technology.
Connect alert: Allows you to enable an alert informing you
when your paired smartphone is no longer within Bluetooth
wireless technology range.
Music controls: Provides music player controls for your paired
smartphone.
4 Bluetooth Connected Features