FR® 70 owner’s manual January 2013 190-01373-00 Rev.
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Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Garmin® FR70 sports monitoring watch. S ee the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. 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.
Introduction Introduction.......................... 1 Product Registration................... 1 Contact Garmin.......................... 1 Free Garmin Software ............... 1 Getting Started..................... 4 Buttons....................................... 4 Icons........................................... 5 FR70 Backlight........................... 5 Changing Modes........................ 5 Turn on Your FR70..................... 6 Pairing Sensors.......................... 8 Going for a Run......
Introduction Data Fields............................... 32 Data Field Options.................... 32 Appendix............................ 34 Optional Accessories................ 34 Battery Information................... 34 Specifications........................... 37 Troubleshooting........................ 41 Software License Agreement... 43 Declaration of Conformity (DoC)..................................... 43 Index...................................
Getting Started Getting Started Buttons ➊ ➋ ➌ LAP/RESET ➎ ➊ LIGHT/ ➌ ➍ • Press to turn the backlight on. • Press and hold to pair with your ANT+™ weight scale (optional). ➋ ▲/▼ • Press to scroll through training pages during an activity. • Press to scroll through menus and 4 settings. • Press and hold to scroll quickly through the settings. • On the Virtual Partner page, press and hold to adjust the Virtual Partner pace. (The optional foot pod must be paired to view the Virtual Partner (page 21)).
Getting Started ➎ MODE • Press to change modes. • Press to exit a menu or page. Your settings are saved. • Press and hold to change sport modes. Heart rate sensor is active. Data is uploading or device is connected to ANT+ fitness equipment. Timer is running. Alarm is on. Icons Press ▲ to see more settings or history. Press ▼ to see more settings or history. Bike sensor is active. Foot pod sensor is active. FR70 Backlight Press LIGHT/ to turn on the backlight. The default backlight time is 5 seconds.
Getting Started Turn on Your FR70 Time Mode Training Mode Your watch ships with the power off to conserve the battery. For more battery information, see page 34. Press MODE to turn on your watch. When you initially turn on the watch and are completing the setup wizard, set your activity class and indicate if you are a lifetime athlete. Use the chart on page 7 to determine your activity class.
Getting Started Activity Class Chart Training Description Training Frequency Training Time Per Week 0 No exercise - - 1 Occasional, light exercise Once every two weeks Less than 15 minutes 2 3 4 5 6 Regular exercise and training 7 8 Daily training 9 10 15 to 30 minutes Once a week Approximately 30 minutes 2 to 3 times per week Approximately 45 minutes 45 minutes to 1 hour 1 to 3 hours 3 to 5 times per week 3 to 7 hours Almost daily 7 to 11 hours Daily 11 to 15 hours More than 15 ho
Getting Started Pairing Sensors The ANT+ Heart Rate Monitor sensor included with your watch is already paired. Press MODE until training mode appears. icon appears on the FR70 The screen when the sensor is paired. If you purchased a sensor (with ANT+ wireless technology) separately, you need to pair it with your FR70. After you pair the first time, your FR70 automatically recognizes your sensor each time it is activated.
Getting Started After a period of inactivity, accessories enter sleep mode to conserve battery life. If the accessory icons are not displayed before resuming your activity, you must reestablish the connection with the FR70. To Reestablish the Connection Make sure the accessory is active. Stop and restart the training session. OR Press MODE and cycle out of training mode and then back into training mode. For instructions on using the heart rate monitor, see page 10.
Getting Started Sending Workout Data to Your Computer 1. Plug the USB ANT Stick™ into an available USB port on your computer. The USB ANT Stick drivers automatically install the Garmin ANT Agent. You can download the USB ANT Agent if the drivers do not automatically install. Go to www.garminconnect.com/start. 2. Bring your FR70 within range (5 m) of your computer. Note: If Power Save Transfer is activated, your FR70 must be in regular time mode to transfer data to your computer. See page 28. 3.
Getting Started 1. Connect one side of the strap to the heart rate monitor module. 2. Wet both electrodes on the back of the heart rate monitor strap to create a strong connection between your chest and the transmitter. Electrodes Electrodes 3. Wrap the strap around your chest, and connect the other side. note: The Garmin logo should be right-side up. 4. Bring the FR70 within range (3 m) of the accessory. Press MODE until the training page appears.
Getting Started 3. Thread the lace clip through two secure sections of your shoelaces, allowing enough room at the top to tie the shoelaces. Lace clip 4. Tie your shoelaces securely to keep the foot pod from shifting during your activity. 5. Snap the foot pod into the lace clip. The arrow on the foot pod must be pointed toward the toe of your shoe. Removing the Foot Pod Press the tab on the front of the lace clip to remove the foot pod.
Getting Started 3. If or foot pod data does not appear, you may have to pair the foot pod and the FR70. See page 8. 5. Use ▲/▼ to adjust the calibration distance to the actual distance. 6. Press ENTER to save the calibrated distance. Calibrating the Foot Pod Calibrating your foot pod is optional and can improve accuracy. You can automatically or manually adjust the calibration.
Getting Started Using the GSC™ 10 Your watch is compatible with the GSC 10 speed and cadence sensor for bikes. The GSC 10 is an optional accessory that is available at http://buy.garmin.com. Using the Weight Scale If you have an ANT+ compatible weight scale, the FR70 can read the data from the weight scale. 1. Press and hold LIGHT/ until the FR70 starts scanning. 2. Stand on the scale when indicated.
Time Mode Time Mode The time mode is the default view of the FR70. It shows the day, time, and date. Setting the Time 1. While in time mode, press and hold ENTER. 2. Choose 12-hour or 24-hour mode. 3. Press ▲/▼ to adjust the hour. FR70 Owner’s Manual 4. Press ENTER to advance to the minutes setting. 5. Press ▲/▼ to adjust the minutes. 6. Continue this process to set seconds, day, month, and year. 7. When finished, press MODE to return to time mode.
Time Mode Set the Alarm 1. While in time mode, press ▲ or ▼. The alarm page appears. 2. Press and hold ENTER. 3. Select ONCE, DAILY, or OFF. 4. Press ▲/▼ to adjust the hour. 5. Press ENTER to advance to the minutes setting. 6. Press ▲/▼ to adjust the minutes. 7. When finished, press MODE to save and return to the alarm page. icon appears. The 16 Using the Alarm When the alarm sounds, press MODE to turn off the alarm, or press ENTER to snooze for 9 minutes.
Training Mode Training Mode Training mode displays your current workout settings and data. Press MODE until training mode appears. 3. To save the activity and reset the timer, press and hold RESET for 3 seconds. Training Alerts To set audible training alerts for your activities, press MODE > TRAINING > ALERTS. Note: Training alerts are inactive during interval workouts. Timed Workout 1. Press START to begin a session. • Press LAP to mark a distance during your activity.
Training Mode your heart rate is above or below the specified value range, or when you have reentered your target range. The heart rate is measured in beats per minute (bpm). SPEED (foot pod or GSC 10 required)—set a low value and a high value. The alert sounds when your speed is above or below the specified value range, or when you have returned to your target range. PACE (foot pod or GSC 10 required)—set a low value and a high value.
Training Mode The five commonly accepted heart rate zones are numbered from 1 to 5 according to increasing intensity. Generally, heart rate zones are calculated based on percentages of your maximum heart rate. How Do Heart Rate Zones Affect Your Fitness Goals? Knowing your heart rate zones can help you measure and improve your fitness by understanding and applying these principles: • Your heart rate is a good measure of exercise intensity.
Training Mode Zone % of Maximum Heart Rate Perceived Exertion Benefits 1 50–60% Relaxed, easy pace; rhythmic breathing Beginning-level aerobic training; reduces stress 2 60–70% Comfortable pace; Basic cardiovascular slightly deeper breathing, training; good recovery conversation possible pace 3 70–80% Moderate pace; more difficult to hold conversation Improved aerobic capacity; optimal cardiovascular training 4 80–90% Fast pace and a bit uncomfortable; breathing forceful Improved anaerobi
Training Mode Virtual Partner ® Your Virtual Partner is a unique tool designed to help you meet your pace (or speed) training goals. If you make changes to the Virtual Partner pace before you start the timer, those changes are saved. Changes made to the Virtual Partner pace after the timer has started are applied only to the current session, and are not saved when the timer is reset. If you make changes to the Virtual Partner during an activity, the Virtual Partner uses the new pace from your location.
Training Mode Interval Workouts You can create interval workouts with your FR70. The intervals can be based on time or distance for the activity and rest portions of the activity. Creating an Interval Workout Note: The display field is highlighted in black when your pace is behind the Virtual Partner’s pace. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to view the Virtual Partner data page. Turning Off Virtual Partner 1. Press MODE > SETTINGS > SPORT. 2. Select RUN, GENERAL, or BIKE > VIRTUAL PARTNER > OFF. 22 1.
Training Mode 9. Select WARM UP > YES and COOL DOWN > YES (optional). 10. Select DO WORKOUT. 11. Press START. If you are doing a warm up or cool down, press LAP at the end of your warm up lap to start your first interval. At the end of your last interval, the FR70 automatically starts a cool down lap. When you are finished cooling down, press LAP to end your cool down period. Press STOP to end your workout.
Training Mode Linking to Compatible Equipment 1. Press MODE > TRAINING. 2. Turn on the compatible equipment console. 3. Touch your FR70 to the ANT+ “Link Here” logo on the fitness equipment for 2 seconds. The watch will beep and display a message indicating that it is linked to the fitness equipment. 4. Press START on the fitness equipment to begin. Note: The fitness equipment and your FR70 will stay linked until you end the session, or until you leave the area. 5.
History History GENERAL RUN BIKE HISTORY TOTALS ACTIVITIES DELETE TRANSFER ALL Press ▲ or ▼ to view activities.
History Saving History Your FR70 stores data based on the type of activity, the accessories used, and your training settings. Your session is automatically saved to history when you reset the timer. Viewing History 1. Press MODE > HISTORY. 2. Select ACTIVITIES to view individual workouts or TOTALS to view the cumulative workout data saved to your FR70. 3. Press ENTER to view the date and time information. Press ▲/▼ to scroll through individual workouts.
Uploading Data Uploading Data Your FR70 stores up to 100 laps and up to 20 hours of exercise files. Periodically upload data to your computer using the ANT+ wireless technology. Requirements 1. Turn on the computer. (An Internet connection is required for software download and Garmin Connect.) 2. Download software (see page 9) so that the necessary USB drivers are installed before connecting the USB ANT Stick to your computer. 3. Connect the USB ANT Stick to an available USB port on your computer. 4.
Uploading Data Computer Pairing Pairing Your FR70 With a New Computer 1. Verify that the computer is set up for data upload. See the requirements on page 27. 2. Press MODE > SETTINGS > SYSTEM > COMPUTER > PAIRING. 3. Select ON. Your computer detects the FR70 and requests to pair. 4. Press YES. Using the Power Save Transfer Mode The power save transfer mode turns off the computer beacon unless the watch is in regular time mode, menu mode, or training mode. 1.
Settings Settings SETTINGS HISTORY TRAINING WATCH SPORT USER SYSTEM TIME 1 TIME 2 ALARM RUN GENERAL BIKE VIEW NAME GENDER AGE WEIGHT HEIGHT ATHLETE ACTIVITY CLASS AUTO LAP AUTO PAUSE AUTO SCROLL VIRTUAL PARTNER TRAINING PAGES HEART RATE FOOT POD PACE-SPEED RACE MODE LANGUAGE COMPUTER FITNESS EQUIPMENT SCALE KEY TONES MESSAGE TONES UNITS BACKLIGHT ABOUT Run Settings FR70 Owner’s Manual 29
Settings Press MODE > SETTINGS > SPORT to access setup menus for the following: • RUN • GENERAL • BIKE Run Settings Press MODE > SETTINGS > SPORT > RUN. AUTO LAP®—turn Auto Lap on or off. When Auto Lap is on, laps are triggered by distance; you can use the lap button to manually mark laps. The auto lap counter resets when a manual lap is set. AUTO PAUSE®—turn Auto Pause on or off. When Auto Pause is on, the timer automatically pauses when your pace falls below a preset pace.
Settings Note: Use ▲/▼ to toggle or change numeric settings. Press MODE at any time to return to the previous page or menu. RACE MODE—will not default back to time mode. Race mode must be turned on. Race mode turns off when you start the timer. Biking Settings Press MODE > SETTINGS > SPORT > BIKE. AUTO LAP®—turn Auto Lap on or off. When Auto Lap is on, laps are triggered by distance; you can use the lap button to manually mark laps. The auto lap counter resets when a manual lap is set.
Settings RACE MODE—will not default back to time mode. Race mode must be turned on. Race mode turns off when you start the timer. Data Fields You can show up to five data pages for each mode: Run, General, or Bike. On each data page, you can customize up to three data fields. 1. Press MODE > SETTINGS > SPORT. 2. Select RUN, GENERAL, or BIKE > TRAINING PAGES. 3. Select PAGE 1. 4. Press ▲/▼ to set the number of fields. 5. Press and hold ENTER to change FIELD 1. Press ▲/▼ to change the data field. 6.
Settings Data Field Description Data Field Description HEART RATE ** Heart rate in bpm. A SPEED ** Average speed for the activity. A HR ** Average heart rate for the activity. L SPEED ** Average speed in the current lap. L HR ** Average heart rate for the lap. L STEPS ** Steps for the current lap. HR ZONE ** Current range of heart rate (1–5). The default zones are based on your user profile. TIME ELAPSED Total time elapsed for the activity. TIME Stopwatch time.
Appendix Appendix Optional Accessories For more information about optional accessories, go to http://buy.garmin .com. You can also contact your Garmin dealer to purchase accessories. Battery Information Warning: The FR70, the heart rate monitor, the foot pod, and the GSC 10 contain userreplaceable CR2032 batteries. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for important battery safety information. 34 FR70 Battery The FR70 battery will last for 1 year (typical use).
Appendix Replacing the FR70 Battery All of your settings are preserved, except the time of day. Note: Before replacing the battery, save all of your data to your computer or to history (see page 26). Note: Garmin recommends that you replace the battery in a lowhumidity environment to prevent condensation from forming inside the watch. 1. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws, from the FR70 back cover. 2. Carefully lift the back cover, and remove the battery.
Appendix Heart Rate Monitor Battery The heart rate monitor contains a user-replaceable CR2032 battery. The heart rate monitor battery should last for three years. Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery (Hard Strap) 1. Locate the circular battery cover on the back of the heart rate monitor. 2. Use a coin to twist the cover counter-clockwise so the arrow on the cover points to OPEN. 3. Remove the cover and battery. Wait 30 seconds. Insert the new battery with the positive side facing up.
Appendix Note: Do not damage or lose the O-ring gasket. 5. Replace the back cover and the four screws. After you replace the heart rate monitor battery, you must pair it with the device again. Foot Pod Battery When the battery is low, the FOOT POD BATTERY LOW warning appears in training mode when a workout starts or stops. Approximately five hours of battery life remain. Replacing the Foot Pod Battery 1. Locate the circular battery cover on the back of the foot pod. Unlock Lock FR70 Owner’s Manual 2.
Appendix Note: To maintain the water resistance, do not operate FR70 buttons under water. Data storage: Up to 100 laps and up to 20 hours of exercise files Computer interface: Wireless, automatic USB ANT Stick Battery: user-replaceable CR2032 (3 volts) Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov /hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Battery life: 1 year, depending on usage. Operating temperature range: from 14°F to 122°F (from -10°C to 50°C) Radio frequency/protocol: 2.
Appendix /hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Battery life: 1 year, depending on usage. Operating temperature range: from 14°F to 122°F (from -10°C to 50°C) Radio frequency/protocol: 2.4 GHz/ANT+ wireless communications protocol System Compatibility: ANT+ USB ANT Stick Transmission range: Approximately 5m Operating temperature: from 14°F to 122°F (from -10°C to 50°C) Radio frequency/protocol: 2.4 GHz/ANT+ wireless communications protocol Power source: USB Transmission range: approximately 9.8 ft.
Appendix Foot Pod Water Resistance: 32.9 ft. (10 m) Transmission range: approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) Speed and distance accuracy: uncalibrated 95%, calibrated 98% Battery: user-replaceable CR2032 (3 volts) Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov /hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Battery life: 400 hours run time Operating temperature: from 14°F to 122°F (from -10°C to 60°C) Sensor Accuracy Range: from 32°F to 104°F (from 0°C to 40°C) Radio frequency/protocol: 2.
Appendix Troubleshooting Problem The buttons do not respond. How do I restart the FR70? How do I clear all user data? How do I set the time to AM or PM? The FR70 will not send data to my computer. Solution/Answer Press and hold MODE and ENTER simultaneously to restart the FR70 software. You must reset the time and your custom settings. If you are still having problems, remove and then replace the battery (see page 35). This procedure deletes all information that you have entered.
Appendix Problem The heart rate monitor strap is too big. Solution/Answer A smaller elastic strap is sold separately. Go to http://buy.garmin.com. • • • • The heart rate data is inaccurate or erratic. • • 42 Make sure the heart rate monitor is snug against your body. Warm up for 5–10 minutes. If the problem persists, continue with the following suggestions. Reapply moisture to the sensors. Use water, saliva, or electrode gel. Clean the sensors.
Appendix Software License Agreement BY USING THE FR70, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin.
Index Index A accessories 8, 34 reestablish connection 9 sleep mode 9 activity class 6, 7 alarm 16 alerts training 17 athlete, lifetime 6 Auto Lap 30, 31 auto pause 30, 31 auto scroll 30, 31 B backlight 5 batteries 34 power save 15 replacing footpod 37 replacing FR70 35 replacing heart rate monitor 36 bike profile 31 44 bike settings 31 buttons, watch 4 light 4 mode 5 start/stop/enter 4 up/down 4 C cadence sensor 14 calibrating foot pod 13 calories 32 computer pairing 28 conserving battery 9, 15, 34 D dat
Index P pairing sensors 8 power save 15 power save transfer 28 product registration 1 R race mode 31, 32 running, foot pod 11 run settings 30 S sensors, pairing 8 setting the time 15 setup wizard 6 software free download 9 software license agreement 43 speed and cadence sensor 14 time, setting 15 time data fields 33 Time mode 15 time zones 16 Training mode 17 transferring data 10, 27 troubleshooting 41 U uploading data 10, 27 USB ANT Stick 10 USB drivers 10, 27 V virtual partner pace 21 workout 21 W weigh
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