User Manual

• Carry the device in your pocket when pushing a stroller or
lawn mower.
• Carry the device in your pocket when actively using your
hands or arms only.
NOTE: The device may interpret some repetitive motions,
such as washing dishes, folding laundry, or clapping your
hands, as steps.
The step counts on my device and my Garmin
Connect account don't match
The step count on your Garmin Connect account updates when
you sync your device.
1
Select an option:
• Sync your step count with the Garmin Connect application
(
Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer, page 10).
• Sync your step count with the Garmin Connect app
(Manually Syncing Data with Garmin Connect, page 5).
2
Wait while the device syncs your data.
Syncing can take several minutes.
NOTE: Refreshing the Garmin Connect app or the Garmin
Connect application does not sync your data or update your
step count.
My intensity minutes are flashing
When you exercise at an intensity level that qualifies toward
your intensity minutes goal, the intensity minutes flash.
Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate or
vigorous intensity level.
Acquiring Satellite Signals
The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite
signals. The time and date are set automatically based on the
GPS position.
TIP: For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com
/aboutGPS.
1
Go outdoors to an open area.
The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky.
2
Wait while the device locates satellites.
It may take 30–60 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 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.
Restarting the Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to restart it.
NOTE: Restarting the device may erase your data or settings.
1
Hold LIGHT for 15 seconds.
The device turns off.
2
Hold LIGHT for one second to turn on the device.
Resetting All Default Settings
NOTE: This deletes all user-entered information and activity
history.
1
From the watch face, hold UP.
2
Select
> System > Reset.
3
Select an option:
• To reset all of the device settings to the factory default
values and save all activity information, select Reset
Settings.
• To delete all activities from your history, select Delete All.
My device is in the wrong language
1
From the watch face, hold UP.
2
Scroll down to the second-to-last item in the list, and select it.
3
Select the first item in the list.
4
Select your language.
Is my smartphone compatible with my
device?
The Forerunner device is compatible with smartphones using
Bluetooth wireless technology.
Go to www.garmin.com/ble for compatibility information.
My phone will not connect to the device
If your phone will not connect to the device, you can try these
tips.
• Turn off your smartphone and your device, and turn them
back on again.
• Enable Bluetooth technology on your smartphone.
• Update the Garmin Connect app to the latest version.
• Remove your device from the Garmin Connect app to retry
the pairing process.
If you are using an Apple device, you should also remove
your device from the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone.
• If you bought a new smartphone, remove your device from
the Garmin Connect app on the smartphone you intend to
stop using.
• Bring your smartphone within 10 m (33 ft.) of the device.
• On your smartphone, open the Garmin Connect app, select
or , and select Garmin Devices > Add Device to enter
pairing mode.
• Select UP > > Phone > Pair Phone.
Can I use the cardio activity outdoors?
You can use the cardio activity and turn on GPS for outdoor use.
1
Select START > Cardio > Options > GPS.
2
Select an option.
3
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
4
Select START to start the activity timer.
GPS stays on for the selected activity until you turn it off.
Tips for Existing Garmin Connect Users
1
From the Garmin Connect app, select
or .
2
Select Garmin Devices > Add Device.
Maximizing Battery Life
You can do several things to extend the life of the battery.
• Reduce the backlight timeout (Changing the Backlight
Settings, page 13).
• Turn off Bluetooth wireless technology when you are not
using connected features (
Turning Off the Bluetooth
Smartphone Connection, page 6).
• Turn off activity tracking (Activity Tracking Settings, page 13).
• Use a watch face that is not updated every second.
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