GARMIN fēnix‎ 7 Series Smartwatch User Guide

: June 15, 2024
: Garmin

fēnix‎ 7 Series Smartwatch

Product Information

Specifications:

Heart Rate Monitor:
- Settings: Enables or disables the wrist heart rate monitor
- Default Setting: Auto
Abnormal Heart Rate Alert:
- Function: Alerts when heart rate exceeds or drops below a
  certain threshold
- Disclaimer: Not intended for medical diagnosis or
  treatment
Broadcasting Heart Rate Data:
- Function: Broadcast heart rate data to paired devices
- Battery Life Impact: Decreases battery life
Pulse Oximeter:
- Function: Measures blood oxygen saturation
- Readings: Average readings, most recent reading, and graph of
  readings
- Usage Tip: Hold arm at heart level for accurate readings
Compass:
- Function: 3-axis compass with automatic calibration
- Settings: Can be adjusted manually

Product Usage Instructions

Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings

To enable or disable the wrist heart rate monitor:

Press the MENU button.
Select “Sensors & Accessories” > “Wrist Heart
Rate”.
Status: Enable or disable the wrist heart rate monitor.
Default Setting: Auto

Setting an Abnormal Heart Rate Alert

To set an abnormal heart rate alert:

CAUTION: This feature is not intended for medical diagnosis or
treatment.
Press the MENU button.
Select “Sensors & Accessories” > “Wrist Heart Rate” >
“Abnormal Heart Rate Alerts”.
Select “High Alert” or “Low Alert”.
Set the heart rate threshold value.
Each time your heart rate exceeds or drops below the threshold
value, a message appears and the watch vibrates.

Broadcasting Heart Rate Data

To broadcast your heart rate data:

Select an option from the menu.
Press START.
The watch starts broadcasting your heart rate data.
Pair your watch with your compatible device.
Press STOP to stop broadcasting your heart rate data.

Getting Pulse Oximeter Readings

To get pulse oximeter readings:

Hold the arm wearing the watch at heart level.
Wait for the watch to read your blood oxygen saturation.
If a message appears instead of a percentage, try again after
several minutes of inactivity.
To view a graph of your pulse oximeter readings for the last
seven days, press DOWN.

Setting the Pulse Oximeter Mode

To set the pulse oximeter mode:

Hold the MENU button.
Select “Sensors & Accessories” > “Pulse Oximeter” >
“Pulse Ox Mode”.
Select an option.
NOTE: Turning on All Day mode decreases battery life.

Setting the Compass Heading

To set the compass heading:

From the compass glance, press START.
Select “Lock Heading”.
Point the top of the watch toward your heading.
Press START.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Can the wrist heart rate monitor be disabled?

A: Yes, you can enable or disable the wrist heart rate monitor
in the Settings menu.

Q: Does the abnormal heart rate alert replace medical

advice?

A: No, the abnormal heart rate alert is not intended for medical
diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with a healthcare
professional for any heart-related issues.

Q: How can I stop broadcasting my heart rate data?

A: Press the STOP button to stop broadcasting your heart rate
data.

Q: How should I position my arm to get accurate pulse oximeter

readings?

A: Hold the arm wearing the watch at heart level for best
results.

Q: Does turning on All Day mode for pulse oximeter decrease

battery life?

A: Yes, turning on All Day mode for pulse oximeter will decrease
battery life.

Q: How can I customize the compass settings?

A: You can manually adjust the compass settings in the Compass
Settings menu.

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 watch. · Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the watch. · Avoid scratching the heart rate sensor on the back of the watch. · Wear the watch above your wrist bone. The watch should be snug but comfortable. · Wait until the icon is solid before starting your activity. · Warm up for 5 to 10 minutes and get a heart rate reading before starting your activity.
NOTE: In cold environments, warm up indoors. · Rinse the watch with fresh water after each workout. · While exercising, use a silicone band.
Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings
Hold MENU, and select Sensors & Accessories > Wrist Heart Rate. Status: Enables or disables the wrist heart rate monitor. The default value is Auto, which automatically uses the
wrist heart rate monitor unless you pair an external heart rate monitor. NOTE: Disabling the wrist heart rate monitor also disables the wrist-based pulse oximeter sensor. You can perform a manual reading from the pulse oximeter glance. While Swimming: Enables or disables the wrist heart rate monitor during swimming activities. Abnormal Heart Rate Alerts: Allows you to set the watch to alert you when your heart rate exceeds or drops below a target value (Setting an Abnormal Heart Rate Alert, page 75). Broadcast Heart Rate: Allows you to begin broadcasting your heart rate data to a paired device (Broadcasting Heart Rate Data, page 76).
Setting an Abnormal Heart Rate Alert
CAUTION This feature only alerts you when your heart rate exceeds or drops below a certain number of beats per minute, as selected by the user, after a period of inactivity. This feature does not notify you of any potential heart condition and is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or disease. Always defer to your health care provider for any heart-related issues.
You can set the heart rate threshold value. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Sensors & Accessories > Wrist Heart Rate > Abnormal Heart Rate Alerts. 3 Select High Alert or Low Alert. 4 Set the heart rate threshold value. Each time your heart rate exceeds or drops below the threshold value, a message appears and the watch vibrates.

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Broadcasting Heart Rate Data
You can broadcast your heart rate data from your watch and view it on paired devices. Broadcasting heart rate data decreases battery life. TIP: You can customize the activity settings to broadcast your heart rate data automatically when you begin an activity (Activities and App Settings, page 32). For example, you can broadcast your heart rate data to an Edge device while cycling. 1 Select an option:
· Hold MENU, and select Sensors & Accessories > Wrist Heart Rate > Broadcast Heart Rate. · Hold LIGHT to open the controls menu, and select .
NOTE: You can add options to the controls menu (Customizing the Controls Menu, page 71). 2 Press START.
The watch starts broadcasting your heart rate data. 3 Pair your watch with your compatible device.
NOTE: The pairing instructions differ for each Garmin compatible device. See your owner’s manual. 4 Press STOP to stop broadcasting your heart rate data.
Pulse Oximeter
Your watch has a wrist-based pulse oximeter to gauge the peripheral saturation of oxygen in your blood (SpO2). As your altitude increases, the level of oxygen in your blood can decrease. Knowing your oxygen saturation can help you determine how your body is acclimating to high altitudes for alpine sport and expedition. You can manually begin a pulse oximeter reading by viewing the pulse oximeter glance (Getting Pulse Oximeter Readings, page 77). You can also turn on all-day readings (Setting the Pulse Oximeter Mode, page 77). When you view the pulse oximeter glance while you are not moving, your watch analyzes your oxygen saturation and your elevation. The elevation profile helps indicate how your pulse oximeter readings are changing, relative to your to elevation. On the watch, your pulse oximeter reading appears as an oxygen saturation percentage and color on the graph. On your Garmin Connect account, you can view additional details about your pulse oximeter readings, including trends over multiple days. For more information about pulse oximeter accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy.

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The elevation scale.
A graph of your average oxygen saturation readings for the last 24 hours.
Your most recent oxygen saturation reading.
The oxygen saturation percentage scale.
A graph of your elevation readings for the last 24 hours.
Getting Pulse Oximeter Readings
You can manually begin a pulse oximeter reading by viewing the pulse oximeter glance. The glance displays your most recent blood oxygen saturation percentage, a graph of your hourly average readings for the last 24 hours, and a graph of your elevation for the last 24 hours. NOTE: The first time you view the pulse oximeter glance, the watch must acquire satellite signals to determine your elevation. You should go outside, and wait while the watch locates satellites. 1 While you are sitting or inactive, press UP or DOWN to view the pulse oximeter glance. 2 Press START to view glance details and begin a pulse oximeter reading. 3 Remain motionless for up to 30 seconds.
NOTE: If you are too active for the watch to get a pulse oximeter reading, a message appears instead of a percentage. You can check again after several minutes of inactivity. For best results, hold the arm wearing the watch at heart level while the watch reads your blood oxygen saturation. 4 Press DOWN to view a graph of your pulse oximeter readings for the last seven days.
Setting the Pulse Oximeter Mode
1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Sensors & Accessories > Pulse Oximeter > Pulse Ox Mode. 3 Select an option:
· To turn off automatic measurements, select Manual Check. · To turn on continuous measurements while you sleep, select During Sleep.
NOTE: Unusual sleep positions can cause abnormally low sleep-time SpO2 readings. · To turn on measurements while you are inactive during the day, select All Day.
NOTE: Turning on All Day mode decreases battery life.
Tips for Erratic Pulse Oximeter Data
If the pulse oximeter data is erratic or does not appear, you can try these tips. · Remain motionless while the watch reads your blood oxygen saturation. · Wear the watch above your wrist bone. The watch should be snug but comfortable. · Hold the arm wearing the watch at heart level while the watch reads your blood oxygen saturation. · Use a silicone or nylon band. · Clean and dry your arm before putting on the watch. · Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the watch. · Avoid scratching the optical sensor on the back of the watch. · Rinse the watch with fresh water after each workout.

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Compass
The watch has a 3-axis compass with automatic calibration. The compass features and appearance change depending on your activity, whether GPS is enabled, and whether you are navigating to a destination. You can change the compass settings manually (Compass Settings, page 78).
Setting the Compass Heading
1 From the compass glance, press START. 2 Select Lock Heading. 3 Point the top of the watch toward your heading, and press START.
When you deviate from the heading, the compass displays the direction from the heading and degree of deviation.
Compass Settings
Hold MENU, and select Sensors & Accessories > Compass. Calibrate: Allows you to manually calibrate the compass sensor (Calibrating the Compass Manually, page 78). Display: Sets the directional heading on the compass to letters, degrees, or milliradians. North Ref.: Sets the north reference of the compass (Setting the North Reference, page 78). Mode: Sets the compass to use electronic-sensor data only (On), a combination of GPS and electronic-sensor
data when moving (Auto), or GPS data only (Off).
Calibrating the Compass Manually
NOTICE Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. To improve heading accuracy, do not stand near objects that influence magnetic fields, such as vehicles, buildings, and overhead power lines.
Your watch was already calibrated at the factory, and the watch uses automatic calibration by default. If you experience irregular compass behavior, for example, after moving long distances or after extreme temperature changes, you can manually calibrate the compass. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Sensors & Accessories > Compass > Calibrate > Start. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
TIP: Move your wrist in a small figure eight motion until a message appears.
Setting the North Reference
You can set the directional reference used in calculating heading information. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Sensors & Accessories > Compass > North Ref.. 3 Select an option:
· To set geographic north as the heading reference, select True. · To set the magnetic declination for your location automatically, select Magnetic. · To set grid north (000º) as the heading reference, select Grid. · To set the magnetic variation value manually, select User > Mag. Variation, enter the magnetic variation,
and select Done.
Altimeter and Barometer
The watch contains an internal altimeter and barometer. The watch collects elevation and pressure data continuously, even in low-power mode. The altimeter displays your approximate elevation based on pressure changes. The barometer displays environmental pressure data based on the fixed elevation where the altimeter was most recently calibrated (Altimeter Settings, page 79).

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Altimeter Settings
Hold MENU, and select Sensors & Accessories > Altimeter. Calibrate: Allows you to manually calibrate the altimeter sensor. Auto Cal.: Allows the altimeter to self-calibrate each time you use satellite systems. Sensor Mode: Sets the mode for the sensor. The Auto option uses both the altimeter and barometer according
to your movement. You can use the Altimeter Only option when your activity involves changes in altitude, or the Barometer Only option when your activity does not involve changes in altitude. Elevation: Sets the units of measure for elevation.
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter
Your watch was already calibrated at the factory, and the watch uses automatic calibration at your GPS starting point by default. You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Sensors & Accessories > Altimeter. 3 Select an option:
· To calibrate automatically from your GPS starting point, select Auto Cal.. · To enter the current elevation manually, select Calibrate > Enter Manually. · To enter the current elevation from the digital elevation model, select Calibrate > Use DEM. · To enter the current elevation from your GPS location, select Calibrate > Use GPS.
Barometer Settings
Hold MENU, and select Sensors & Accessories > Barometer. Calibrate: Allows you to manually calibrate the barometer sensor. Plot: Sets the time scale for the chart in the barometer glance. Storm Alert: Sets the rate of barometric pressure change that triggers a storm alert. Sensor Mode: Sets the mode for the sensor. The Auto option uses both the altimeter and barometer according
to your movement. You can use the Altimeter Only option when your activity involves changes in altitude, or the Barometer Only option when your activity does not involve changes in altitude. Pressure: Sets how the watch displays pressure data.
Calibrating the Barometer
Your watch was already calibrated at the factory, and the watch uses automatic calibration at your GPS starting point by default. You can manually calibrate the barometer if you know the correct elevation or the correct sea level pressure. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Sensors & Accessories > Barometer > Calibrate. 3 Select an option:
· To enter the current elevation and sea level pressure (optional), select Enter Manually. · To calibrate automatically from the digital elevation model, select Use DEM. · To calibrate automatically from your GPS starting point, select Use GPS.

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Wireless Sensors
Your watch can be paired and used with wireless sensors using ANT+ or Bluetooth technology (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 82). After the devices are paired, you can customize the optional data fields (Customizing the Data Screens, page 31). If your watch was packaged with a sensor, they are already paired.
For information about specific Garmin sensor compatibility, purchasing, or to view the owner’s manual, go to buy.garmin.com for that sensor.

Sensors and Accessories

Sensor Type Description

Club Sensors

You can use Approach CT10 golf club sensors to automatically track your golf shots, including location, distance, and club type.

DogTrack

Allows you to receive data from a compatible handheld dog tracking device.

eBike

You can use your watch with your eBike and view bike data, such as battery and shifting information, during your rides.

Extended Display

You can use the Extended Display mode to display data screens from your fnix watch on a compatible Edge bike computer during a ride or triathlon.

External Heart Rate

You can use an external heart rate monitor, such as the HRM-Pro series or HRM- DualTM, and view heart rate data during your activities. Some heart rate monitors can also store data or provide advanced running data (Running Dynamics, page 83) (Running Power, page 84).

Foot Pod

You can use a foot pod to record pace and distance instead of using GPS when you are training indoors or when your GPS signal is weak.

Headphones

You can use Bluetooth headphones to listen to music loaded onto your fnix watch (Connecting Bluetooth Headphones, page 92).

inReach

The inReach remote function allows you to control your inReach device using your fnix watch (Using the inReach Remote, page 85).

Lights

You can use VariaTM smart bike lights to improve situational awareness.

Muscle O2

You can use a muscle oxygen sensor to view hemoglobin and muscle oxygen saturation data while you train.

Power

You can use a power meter, such as RallyTM and VectorTM, to view your power data on your watch. You can adjust your power zones to match your goals and abilities (Setting Your Power Zones, page 100), or use range alerts to be notified when you reach a specified power zone (Setting an Alert, page 35).

Radar

You can use a Varia rearview bike radar to improve situational awareness and send alerts about approaching vehicles. With a Varia radar camera tail light, you can also take photos and record video during a ride (Using the Varia Camera Controls, page 84).

RD Pod

You can use a Running Dynamics Pod to record running dynamics data and view it on your watch (Running Dynamics, page 83).

Shifting Shimano Di2

You can use electronic shifters to display shifting information during a ride. The fnix watch displays current adjustment values when the sensor is in adjustment mode.
You can use Shimano® Di2TM electronic shifters to display shifting information during a ride. The fnix watch displays current adjustment values when the sensor is in adjustment mode.

Smart Trainer

You can use your watch with an indoor bike smart trainer to simulate resistance while following a course, ride, or workout (Using an Indoor Trainer, page 12).

Speed/ Cadence

You can attach speed or cadence sensors to your bike and view the data during your ride. If necessary, you can manually enter your wheel circumference (Wheel Size and Circumference, page 139).

Tempe

You can attach the tempeTM temperature sensor to a secure strap or loop where it is exposed to ambient air, so it provides a consistent source of accurate temperature data.

VIRB

The VIRB remote function allows you to control your VIRB action camera using your watch (VIRB Remote, page 85).

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Sensor Type
XERO Laser Locations

Description
You can view and share laser location information from a Xero device (Xero Laser Location Settings, page 86).

Pairing Your Wireless Sensors
Before you can pair, you must put on the heart rate monitor or install the sensor.
The first time you connect a wireless sensor to your watch using ANT+ or Bluetooth technology, you must pair the watch and sensor. If the sensor has both ANT+ and Bluetooth technology, Garmin recommends that you pair using ANT+ technology. After they are paired, the watch connects to the sensor automatically when you start an activity and the sensor is active and within range.
1 Bring the watch within 3 m (10 ft.) of the sensor.
NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other wireless sensors while pairing.
2 Hold MENU.
3 Select Sensors & Accessories > Add New.
4 Select an option:
· Select Search All Sensors.
· Select your sensor type.
After the sensor is paired with your watch, the sensor status changes from Searching to Connected. Sensor data appears in the data screen loop or a custom data field. You can customize the optional data fields (Customizing the Data Screens, page 31).
HRM-Pro Running Pace and Distance
The HRM-Pro series accessory calculates your running pace and distance based on your user profile and the motion measured by the sensor on every stride. The heart rate monitor provides running pace and distance when GPS is not available, such as during treadmill running. You can view your running pace and distance on your compatible fnix watch when connected using ANT+ technology. You can also view it on compatible third-party training apps when connected using Bluetooth technology.
The pace and distance accuracy improves with calibration.
Automatic calibration: The default setting for your watch is Auto Calibrate. The HRM-Pro series accessory calibrates each time you run outside with it connected to your compatible fnix watch. NOTE: Automatic calibration does not work for indoor, trail, or ultra run activity profiles (Tips for Recording Running Pace and Distance, page 82).
Manual calibration: You can select Calibrate & Save after a treadmill run with your connected HRM-Pro series accessory (Calibrating the Treadmill Distance, page 7).
Tips for Recording Running Pace and Distance
· Update your fnix watch software (Product Updates, page 119). · Complete several outdoor runs with GPS and your connected HRM-Pro series accessory. It’s important that
your outdoor range of paces matches your range of paces on the treadmill. · If your run includes sand or deep snow, go to the sensor settings, and turn off Auto Calibrate. · If you previously connected a compatible foot pod using ANT+ technology, set the foot pod status to Off, or
remove it from the list of connected sensors. · Complete a treadmill run with manual calibration (Calibrating the Treadmill Distance, page 7). · If automatic and manual calibrations don’t seem accurate, go to the sensor settings, and select HRM Pace &
Distance > Reset Calibration Data. NOTE: You can try turning off Auto Calibrate, and then manually calibrate again (Calibrating the Treadmill Distance, page 7).

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Running Dynamics
You can use your compatible fnix device paired with the HRM-Pro accessory or other running dynamics accessory to provide real-time feedback about your running form. The running dynamics accessory has an accelerometer that measures torso movement in order to calculate six running metrics. For more information, go to garmin.com/performance-data/running. Cadence: Cadence is the number of steps per minute. It displays the total steps (right and left combined). Vertical oscillation: Vertical oscillation is your bounce while running. It displays the vertical motion of your
torso, measured in centimeters. Ground contact time: Ground contact time is the amount of time in each step that you spend on the ground
while running. It is measured in milliseconds. NOTE: Ground contact time and balance are not available while walking. Ground contact time balance: Ground contact time balance displays the left/right balance of your ground contact time while running. It displays a percentage. For example, 53.2 with an arrow pointing left or right. Stride length: Stride length is the length of your stride from one footfall to the next. It is measured in meters. Vertical ratio: Vertical ratio is the ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length. It displays a percentage. A lower number typically indicates better running form.
Training with Running Dynamics
Before you can view running dynamics, you must put on a running dynamics accessory, such as the HRM-Pro accessory, and pair it with your device (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 82). 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Activities & Apps. 3 Select an activity. 4 Select the activity settings. 5 Select Data Screens > Add New. 6 Select a running dynamics data screen.
NOTE: The running dynamics screens are not available for all activities. 7 Go for a run (Starting an Activity, page 5). 8 Select UP or DOWN to open a running dynamics screen to view your metrics.
Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data
If running dynamics data does not appear, you can try these tips. · Make sure you have a running dynamics accessory, such as the HRM-Pro accessory.
Accessories with running dynamics have on the front of the module. · Pair the running dynamics accessory with your watch again, according to the instructions. · If you are using the HRM-Pro accessory, pair it with your watch using ANT+ technology, rather than Bluetooth
technology. · If the running dynamics data display shows only zeros, make sure the accessory is worn right-side up.
NOTE: Ground contact time and balance appears only while running. It is not calculated while walking.

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Running Power
Garmin running power is calculated using measured running dynamics information, user mass, environmental data, and other sensor data. The power measurement estimates the amount of power a runner applies to the road surface, and it is displayed in watts. Using running power as a gauge of effort may suit some runners better than using either pace or heart rate. Running power can be more responsive than heart rate for indicating the level of effort, and it can account for the uphills, downhills, and wind, which a pace measurement does not do. For more information, go to garmin.com /performance-data/running. Running power can be measured using a compatible running dynamics accessory or the watch sensors. You can customize the running power data fields to view your power output and make adjustments to your training (Data Fields, page 123). You can set up power alerts to be notified when you reach a specified power zone (Activity Alerts, page 34). Running power zones are similar to cycling power zones. The values for the zones are default values based on gender, weight, and average ability, and may not match your personal abilities. You can manually adjust your zones on the watch or using your Garmin Connect account (Setting Your Power Zones, page 100).
Running Power Settings
Hold MENU, select Activities & Apps, select a running activity, and select the activity settings. Status: Enables or disables recording Garmin running power data. You can use this setting if you prefer to use
third-party running power data. Source: Allows you to select which device to use to record running power data. The Smart Mode option
automatically detects and uses the running dynamics accessory, when available. The watch uses wrist-based running power data when an accessory is not connected. Account for Wind: Enables or disables using wind data when calculating your running power. Wind data is a combination of the speed, heading, and barometer data from your watch and the available wind data from your phone.
Using the Varia Camera Controls
NOTICE Some jurisdictions may prohibit or regulate the recording of video, audio, or photographs, or may require that all parties have knowledge of the recording and provide consent. It is your responsibility to know and follow all laws, regulations, and any other restrictions in jurisdictions where you plan to use this device.
Before you can use the Varia camera controls, you must pair the accessory with your watch (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 82). 1 Add the RCT Camera glance to your watch (Glances, page 49). 2 From the RCT Camera glance, select an option:
· Select to view the camera settings. · Select to take a photo. · Select to save a clip.
inReach Remote
The inReach remote function allows you to control your inReach device using your fnix device. Go to buy .garmin.com to purchase a compatible inReach device.

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Using the inReach Remote
Before you can use the inReach remote function, you must add the inReach glance to the glance loop (Customizing the Glance Loop, page 52). 1 Turn on the inReach device. 2 On your fnix watch, press UP or DOWN from the watch face to view the inReach glance. 3 Press START to search for your inReach device. 4 Press START to pair your inReach device. 5 Press START, and select an option:
· To send an SOS message, select Initiate SOS. NOTE: You should only use the SOS function in a real emergency situation.
· To send a text message, select Messages > New Message, select the message contacts, and enter the message text or select a quick text option.
· To send a preset message, select Send Preset, and select a message from the list. · To view the timer and distance traveled during an activity, select Tracking.
VIRB Remote
The VIRB remote function allows you to control your VIRB action camera using your device.
Controlling a VIRB Action Camera
Before you can use the VIRB remote function, you must enable the remote setting on your VIRB camera. See the VIRB Series Owner’s Manual for more information. 1 Turn on your VIRB camera. 2 Pair your VIRB camera with your fnix watch (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 82).
The VIRB glance is automatically added to the glance loop. 3 Press UP or DOWN from the watch face to view the VIRB glance. 4 If necessary, wait while your watch connects to your camera. 5 Select an option:
· To record video, select Start Recording. The video counter appears on the fnix screen.
· To take a photo while recording video, press DOWN. · To stop recording video, press STOP. · To take a photo, select Take Photo. · To take multiple photos in burst mode, select Take Burst. · To send the camera to sleep mode, select Sleep Camera. · To wake the camera from sleep mode, select Wake Camera. · To change video and photo settings, select Settings.

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Controlling a VIRB Action Camera During an Activity
Before you can use the VIRB remote function, you must enable the remote setting on your VIRB camera. See the VIRB Series Owner’s Manual for more information. 1 Turn on your VIRB camera. 2 Pair your VIRB camera with your fnix watch (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 82).
When the camera is paired, a VIRB data screen is automatically added to activities. 3 During an activity, press UP or DOWN to view the VIRB data screen. 4 If necessary, wait while your watch connects to your camera. 5 Hold MENU. 6 Select VIRB. 7 Select an option:
· To control the camera using the activity timer, select Settings > Recording Mode > Timer Start/Stop. NOTE: Video recording automatically starts and stops when you start and stop an activity.
· To control the camera using the menu options, select Settings > Recording Mode > Manual. · To manually record video, select Start Recording.
The video counter appears on the fnix screen. · To take a photo while recording video, press DOWN. · To manually stop recording video, press STOP. · To take multiple photos in burst mode, select Take Burst. · To send the camera to sleep mode, select Sleep Camera. · To wake the camera from sleep mode, select Wake Camera.
Xero Laser Location Settings
Before you can customize laser location settings, you must pair a compatible Xero device (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 82). Hold MENU, and select Sensors & Accessories > XERO Laser Locations > Laser Locations. During Activity: Enables the display of laser location information from a compatible, paired Xero device during
an activity. Share Mode: Allows you to share laser location information publicly or broadcast it privately.
Map
Your watch can display several types of Garmin map data, including topographical contours, nearby points of interest, ski resort maps, and golf courses. You can use the Map Manager to download additional maps or manage map storage. To purchase additional map data and view compatibility information, go to garmin.com/maps.
represents your location on the map. When you are navigating to a destination, your route is marked with a line on the map.

Map

Viewing the Map
1 Select an option to open the map: · Press START, and select Map to view the map without starting an activity. · Go outside, start a GPS activity (Starting an Activity, page 5), and press UP or DOWN to scroll to the map screen.
2 If necessary, wait while the watch locates satellites. 3 Select an option to pan and zoom the map:
· To use the touchscreen, tap the map, tap and drag to position the crosshairs, and press UP or DOWN to zoom in or out.
· To use the buttons, hold MENU, select Pan/Zoom, and press UP or DOWN to zoom in or out. NOTE: You can press START to toggle between panning up and down, panning left and right, or zooming.
4 Hold START to select the point indicated by the crosshairs.
Saving or Navigating to a Location on the Map
You can select any location on the map. You can save the location or start navigating to it. 1 From the map, select an option:
· To use the touchscreen, tap the map, tap and drag to position the crosshairs, and press UP or DOWN to zoom in or out.
· To use the buttons, hold MENU, select Pan/Zoom, and press UP or DOWN to zoom in or out. NOTE: You can press START to toggle between panning up and down, panning left and right, or zooming.

2 Pan and zoom the map to center the location in the crosshairs. 3 Hold START to select the point indicated by the crosshairs. 4 If necessary, select a nearby point of interest. 5 Select an option:
· To start navigating to the location, select Go. · To save the location, select Save Location. · To view information about the location, select Review.

Map

Navigating with the Around Me Feature
You can use the around me feature to navigate to nearby points of interest and waypoints. NOTE: The map data installed on your watch must include points of interest to navigate to them. 1 From the map, hold MENU. 2 Select Around Me.
Icons indicating points of interest and waypoints appear on the map. 3 Press UP or DOWN to highlight a section of the map. 4 Press START.
A list of points of interest and waypoints in the highlighted map section appear. 5 Select a location. 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 Location. · To view information about the location, select Review.
Map Settings
You can customize how the map appears in the map app and data screens. NOTE: If necessary, you can customize the map settings for specific activities instead of using the system settings (Activity Map Settings, page 35). Hold MENU, and select Map. Map Manager: Shows the downloaded map versions and allows you to download additional maps (Managing
Maps, page 89). Map Theme: Sets the map to display data optimized for your activity type (Map Themes, page 90). Orientation: Sets the orientation of the map. The North Up option shows north at the top of the screen. The
Track Up option shows your current direction of travel at the top of the screen. User Locations: Shows or hides saved locations on the map. Segments: Shows or hides segments, as a colored line on the map. Contours: Shows or hides contour lines on the map. Track Log: Shows or hides the track log, or the path you have traveled, as a colored line on the map. Track Color: Changes the track log color. Auto Zoom: Automatically selects the zoom level for optimal use of your map. When disabled, you must zoom
in or out manually. Lock on Road: Locks the position icon, which represents your position on the map, onto the nearest road. Detail: Sets the amount of detail shown on the map. Showing more detail may cause the map to redraw more
slowly. Marine: Sets the map to display data in marine mode (Marine Map Settings, page 90). Restore Theme: Allows you to restore default map theme settings or themes that have been deleted from the
watch.

Map

Managing Maps
1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Map > Map Manager. 3 Select an option:
· To download premium maps and activate your Outdoor Maps+ subscription for this device, select Outdoor Maps+ (Downloading Maps with Outdoor Maps+, page 89).
· To download TopoActive maps, select TopoActive Maps (Downloading Maps with Outdoor Maps+, page 89).
Downloading Maps with Outdoor Maps+
Before you can download maps to your device, you must connect to a wireless network (Connecting to a WiFi Network, page 95). 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Map > Map Manager > Outdoor Maps+. 3 If necessary, press START, and select Check Subscription to activate your Outdoor Maps+ subscription for
this watch. NOTE: Go to garmin.com/outdoormaps for information about purchasing a subscription. 4 Select Add Map, and select a location. A preview of the map region appears. 5 From the map, complete one or more actions: · Drag the map to view different areas. · Pinch or spread two fingers on the touchscreen to zoom in and out of the map. · Select and to zoom in and out of the map. 6 Press BACK, and select . 7 Select . 8 Select an option: · To edit the map name, select Name. · To change the map layers to download, select Layers.
TIP: You can select to view details about the map layers. · To modify the map region, select Selected Area. 9 Select to download the map. NOTE: To prevent battery drain, the watch queues the map download for later, and the download starts when you connect the watch to an external power source.
Downloading TopoActive Maps
Before you can download maps to your device, you must connect to a wireless network (Connecting to a WiFi Network, page 95). 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Map > Map Manager > TopoActive Maps > Add Map. 3 Select a map. 4 Press START, and select Download.
NOTE: To prevent battery drain, the watch queues the map download for later, and the download starts when you connect the watch to an external power source.

Map

Deleting Maps
You can remove maps to increase the available device storage. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Map > Map Manager. 3 Select an option:
· Select TopoActive Maps, select a map, press START, and select Remove. · Select Outdoor Maps+, select a map, press START, and select Delete.
Map Themes
You can change the map theme to display data optimized for your activity type. Hold MENU, and select Map > Map Theme. None: Uses the preferences from the system map settings, with no additional theme applied. Marine: Sets the map to display data in marine mode. High Contrast: Sets the map to display data with higher contrast, for better visibility in challenging
environments. Dark: Sets the map to display data with a dark background, for better visibility at night. Popularity: Highlights the most popular roads or trails on the map. Resort Ski: Sets the map to display the most relevant ski data at a glance.
Marine Map Settings
You can customize how the map appears in marine mode. Hold MENU, and select Map > Marine. Spot Soundings: Enables depth measurements on the chart. Light Sectors: Shows and configures the appearance of light sectors on the chart. Symbol Set: Sets the chart symbols in marine mode. The NOAA option displays the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration chart symbols. The International option displays the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities chart symbols.
Showing and Hiding Map Data
If you have multiple maps installed on your device, you can choose the map data to show on the map. 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select Map. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select the map settings. 5 Select Map > Configure Maps. 6 Select a map to activate the toggle switch, which shows or hides the map data.
Music
NOTE: There are three different music playback options for your fnix watch. · Third-party provider music · Personal audio content · Music stored on your phone On a fnix watch, you can download audio content to your watch from your computer or from a third-party provider, so you can listen when your phone is not nearby. To listen to audio content stored on your watch, you can connect Bluetooth headphones.

Music

Connecting to a Third-Party Provider
Before you can download music or other audio files to your watch from a supported third-party provider, you must connect the provider to your watch. Some third-party music provider options are already installed on your watch. For more options, you can download the Connect IQ app on your phone (Downloading Connect IQ Features, page 97). 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select Connect IQ Store. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to install a third-party music provider. 4 Hold DOWN from any screen to open the music controls. 5 Select the music provider.
NOTE: If you want to select another provider, hold MENU, select Music Providers, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Downloading Audio Content from a Third-Party Provider
Before you can download audio content from a third-party provider, you must connect to a WiFi network (Connecting to a WiFi Network, page 95). 1 Hold DOWN from any screen to open the music controls. 2 Hold MENU. 3 Select Music Providers. 4 Select a connected provider, or select Add Provider to add a music provider from the Connect IQ store. 5 Select a playlist or other item to download to the watch. 6 If necessary, press BACK until you are prompted to sync with the service. NOTE: Downloading audio content can drain the battery. You may be required to connect the watch to an external power source if the battery is low.
Downloading Personal Audio Content
Before you can send your personal music to your watch, you must install the Garmin ExpressTM application on your computer (garmin.com/express). You can load your personal audio files, such as .mp3 and .m4a files, to a fnix watch from your computer. For more information, go to garmin.com/musicfiles. 1 Connect the watch to your computer using the included USB cable. 2 On your computer, open the Garmin Express application, select your watch, and select Music.
TIP: For Windows® computers, you can select and browse to the folder with your audio files. For Apple® computers, the Garmin Express application uses your iTunes® library. 3 In the My Music or iTunes Library list, select an audio file category, such as songs or playlists. 4 Select the checkboxes for the audio files, and select Send to Device. 5 If necessary, in the fnix list, select a category, select the checkboxes, and select Remove From Device to remove audio files.

Music

Listening to Music
1 Hold DOWN from any screen to open the music controls. 2 If necessary, connect your Bluetooth headphones (Connecting Bluetooth Headphones, page 92). 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Music Providers, and select an option:
· To listen to music downloaded to the watch from your computer, select My Music (Downloading Personal Audio Content, page 91).
· To control music playback on your phone, select Control Phone. · To listen to music from a third-party provider, select the name of the provider, and select a playlist. 5 Select .
Music Playback Controls
NOTE: Music playback controls may look different, depending on the selected music source.
Select to view more music playback controls.
Select to browse the audio files and playlists for the selected source.
Select to adjust the volume.
Select to play and pause the current audio file.
Select to skip to the next audio file in the playlist. Hold to fast forward through the current audio file. Select to restart the current audio file. Select twice to skip to the previous audio file in the playlist. Hold to rewind through the current audio file.
Select to change the repeat mode.
Select to change the shuffle mode.
Connecting Bluetooth Headphones
To listen to music loaded onto your fnix watch, you must connect Bluetooth headphones. 1 Bring the headphones within 2 m (6.6 ft.) of your watch. 2 Enable pairing mode on the headphones. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Music > Headphones > Add New. 5 Select your headphones to complete the pairing process.
Changing the Audio Mode
You can change the music playback mode from stereo to mono. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Music > Audio. 3 Select an option.

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Connectivity
Connectivity features are available for your watch when you pair with your compatible phone (Pairing Your Phone, page 93). Additional features are available when you connect your watch to a WiFi network (Connecting to a WiFi Network, page 95).
Phone Connectivity Features
Phone connectivity features are available for your fnix watch when you pair it using the Garmin Connect app (Pairing Your Phone, page 93). · App features from the Garmin Connect app, the Connect IQ app, and more (Phone Apps and Computer
Applications, page 95) · Glances (Glances, page 49) · Controls menu features (Controls, page 69) · Safety and tracking features (Safety and Tracking Features, page 101) · Phone interactions, such as notifications (Enabling Bluetooth Notifications, page 93)
Pairing Your Phone
To use the connected features on your watch, you must pair it directly through the Garmin Connect app, instead of from the Bluetooth settings on your phone. 1 During the initial setup on your watch, select when you are prompted to pair with your phone.
NOTE: If you previously skipped the pairing process, you can hold MENU, and select Connectivity > Phone > Pair Phone. 2 Scan the QR code with your phone, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing and setup process.
Enabling Bluetooth Notifications
Before you can enable notifications, you must pair the watch with a compatible phone (Pairing Your Phone, page 93). 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Connectivity > Phone > Smart Notifications > Status > On. 3 Select General Use or During Activity. 4 Select a notification type. 5 Select status, tone, and vibration preferences. 6 Press BACK. 7 Select privacy and timeout preferences. 8 Press BACK. 9 Select Signature to add a signature to your text message replies.
Viewing Notifications
1 From the watch face, press UP or DOWN to view the notifications glance. 2 Press START. 3 Select a notification. 4 Press START for more options. 5 Press BACK to return to the previous screen.

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Receiving an Incoming Phone Call
When you receive a phone call on your connected phone, the fnix watch displays the name or phone number of the caller. · To accept the call, select .
NOTE: To talk to the caller, you must use your connected phone. · To decline the call, select . · To decline the call and immediately send a text message reply, select Reply, and select a message from the
list. NOTE: To send a text message reply, you must be connected to a compatible AndroidTM phone using Bluetooth technology.
Replying to a Text Message
NOTE: This feature is available only for compatible Android phones. When you receive a text message notification on your watch, you can send a quick reply by selecting from a list of messages. You can customize messages in the Garmin Connect app. NOTE: This feature sends text messages using your phone. Regular text message limits and charges from your carrier and phone plan may apply. Contact your mobile carrier for more information about text message charges or limits. 1 From the watch face, press UP or DOWN to view the notifications glance. 2 Press START, and select a text message notification. 3 Press START. 4 Select Reply. 5 Select a message from the list.
Your phone sends the selected message as an SMS text message.
Managing Notifications
You can use your compatible phone to manage notifications that appear on your fnix watch. Select an option: · If you are using an iPhone®, go to the iOS® notifications settings to select the items to show on the watch. · If you are using an Android phone, from the Garmin Connect app, select Settings > Notifications.
Turning Off the Bluetooth Phone Connection
You can turn off the Bluetooth phone connection from the controls menu. NOTE: You can add options to the controls menu (Customizing the Controls Menu, page 71). 1 Hold LIGHT to view the controls menu. 2 Select to turn off the Bluetooth phone connection on your fnix watch.
Refer to the owner’s manual for your phone to turn off Bluetooth technology on your phone.
Turning On and Off Phone Connection Alerts
You can set the fnix watch to alert you when your paired phone connects and disconnects using Bluetooth technology. NOTE: Phone connection alerts are turned off by default. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Connectivity > Phone > Alerts.

Connectivity

Playing Audio Prompts During an Activity
You can enable your fnix watch to play motivational status announcements during a run or other activity. Audio prompts play on your connected Bluetooth headphones, if available. Otherwise, audio prompts play on your phone paired through the Garmin Connect app. During an audio prompt, the watch or phone mutes the primary audio to play the announcement. NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Audio Prompts. 3 Select an option:
· To hear a prompt for each lap, select Lap Alert. · To customize prompts with your pace and speed information, select Pace/Speed Alert. · To customize prompts with your heart rate information, select Heart Rate Alert. · To customize prompts with power data, select Power Alert. · To hear prompts when you start and stop the activity timer, including the Auto Pause feature, select Timer
Events. · To hear workout alerts play as an audio prompt, select Workout Alerts. · To hear activity alerts play as an audio prompt, select Activity Alerts (Activity Alerts, page 34). · To hear a sound play right before an audio alert or prompt, select Audio Tones. · To change the language or the dialect of the voice prompts, select Dialect.
WiFi Connectivity Features
Activity uploads to your Garmin Connect account: Automatically sends your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you finish recording the activity.
Audio content: Allows you to sync audio content from third-party providers. Software updates: You can download and install the latest software. Workouts and training plans: You can browse for and select workouts and training plans on the Garmin Connect
site. The next time your watch has a WiFi connection, the files are sent to your watch.
Connecting to a WiFi Network
You must connect your watch to the Garmin Connect app on your phone or to the Garmin Express application on your computer before you can connect to a WiFi network. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Connectivity > Wi-Fi > My Networks > Add Network.
The watch displays a list of nearby WiFi networks. 3 Select a network. 4 If necessary, enter the password for the network. The watch connects to the network, and the network is added to the list of saved networks. The watch reconnects to this network automatically when it is within range.
Phone Apps and Computer Applications
You can connect your watch to multiple Garmin phone apps and computer applications using the same Garmin account.

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Garmin Connect
You can connect with your friends on Garmin Connect. Garmin Connect gives you the tools to track, analyze, share, and encourage each other. Record the events of your active lifestyle including runs, walks, rides, swims, hikes, triathlons, and more. To sign up for a free account, you can download the app from the app store on your phone (garmin.com/connectapp), or go to connect.garmin.com.
Store your activities: After you complete and save an activity with your watch, you can upload that activity to your Garmin Connect account and keep it as long as you want.
Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information about your activity, including time, distance, elevation, heart rate, calories burned, cadence, running dynamics, an overhead map view, pace and speed charts, and customizable reports.
NOTE: Some data requires an optional accessory such as a heart rate monitor.

Plan your training: You can choose a fitness goal and load one of the day-by- day training plans. 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. Manage your settings: You can customize your watch and user settings on your Garmin Connect account.
Using the Garmin Connect App
After you pair your watch with your phone (Pairing Your Phone, page 93), you can use the Garmin Connect app to upload all of your activity data to your Garmin Connect account. 1 Verify the Garmin Connect app is running on your phone. 2 Bring your watch within 10 m (30 ft.) of your phone.
Your watch automatically syncs your data with the Garmin Connect app and your Garmin Connect account.
Updating the Software Using the Garmin Connect App
Before you can update your watch software using the Garmin Connect app, you must have a Garmin Connect account, and you must pair the watch with a compatible phone (Pairing Your Phone, page 93).
Sync your watch with the Garmin Connect app (Using the Garmin Connect App, page 96). When new software is available, the Garmin Connect app automatically sends the update to your watch.

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Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer
The Garmin Express application connects your watch to your Garmin Connect account using a computer. You can use the Garmin Express application to upload your activity data to your Garmin Connect account and to send data, such as workouts or training plans, from the Garmin Connect website to your watch. You can also add music to your watch (Downloading Personal Audio Content, page 91). You can also install software updates and manage your Connect IQ apps. 1 Connect the watch to your computer using the USB cable. 2 Go to garmin.com/express. 3 Download and install the Garmin Express application. 4 Open the Garmin Express application, and select Add Device. 5 Follow the on- screen instructions.
Updating the Software Using Garmin Express
Before you can update your device software, you must have a Garmin Connect account, and you must download the Garmin Express application. 1 Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.
When new software is available, Garmin Express sends it to your device. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. 3 Do not disconnect your device from the computer during the update process.
NOTE: If you have already set up your device with WiFi connectivity, Garmin Connect can automatically download available software updates to your device when it connects using WiFi.
Manually Syncing Data with Garmin Connect
NOTE: You can add options to the controls menu (Customizing the Controls Menu, page 71). 1 Hold LIGHT to view the controls menu. 2 Select Sync.
Connect IQ Features
You can add Connect IQ apps, data fields, glances, music providers, and watch faces to your watch using the Connect IQ store on your watch or phone (garmin.com/connectiqapp). Watch Faces: Allow you to customize the appearance of the clock. Device Apps: Add interactive features to your watch, such as glances and new outdoor and fitness activity
types. 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. Music: Add music providers to your watch.
Downloading Connect IQ Features
Before you can download features from the Connect IQ app, you must pair your fnix watch with your phone (Pairing Your Phone, page 93). 1 From the app store on your phone, install and open the Connect IQ app. 2 If necessary, select your watch. 3 Select a Connect IQ feature. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer
1 Connect the watch to your computer using a USB cable. 2 Go to apps.garmin.com, and sign in. 3 Select a Connect IQ feature, and download it. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Garmin ExploreTM
The Garmin Explore website and app allow you to plan trips and use cloud storage for your waypoints, courses, and collections. They offer advanced planning both online and offline, allowing you to share and sync data with your compatible Garmin device. You can use the app to download maps for offline access, and then navigate anywhere without using your cellular service. You can download the Garmin Explore app from the app store on your phone (garmin.com/exploreapp), or you can go to explore.garmin.com.
Garmin Golf App
The Garmin Golf app allows you to upload scorecards from your compatible Garmin device to view detailed statistics and shot analyses. Golfers can compete with each other at different courses using the Garmin Golf app. More than 42,000 courses have leaderboards that anyone can join. You can set up a tournament event and invite players to compete. With a Garmin Golf membership, you can view green contour data on your phone and compatible Garmin device. The Garmin Golf app syncs your data with your Garmin Connect account. You can download the Garmin Golf app from the app store on your phone (garmin.com/golfapp).
User Profile
You can update your user profile on your watch or on the Garmin Connect app.
Setting Up Your User Profile
You can update your sex, date of birth, height, weight, wrist, heart rate zone, power zone, and Critical Swim Speed (CSS) settings (Recording a Critical Swim Speed Test, page 40). The watch uses this information to calculate accurate training data. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select User Profile. 3 Select an option.
Gender Settings
When you first set up the watch, you must choose a sex. Most fitness and training algorithms are binary. For the most accurate results, Garmin recommends selecting your sex assigned at birth. After the initial setup, you can customize the profile settings in your Garmin Connect account. Profile & Privacy: Enables you to customize the data on your public profile. User Settings: Sets your sex. If you select Not Specified, the algorithms that require a binary input will use the
sex you specified when you first set up the watch.
Viewing Your Fitness Age
Your fitness age gives you an idea of how your fitness compares with a person of the same sex. Your watch uses information, such as your age, body mass index (BMI), resting heart rate data, and vigorous activity history to provide a fitness age. If you have a Garmin IndexTM scale, your watch uses the body fat percentage metric instead of BMI to determine your fitness age. Exercise and lifestyle changes can impact your fitness age. NOTE: For the most accurate fitness age, complete the user profile setup (Setting Up Your User Profile, page 98). 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select User Profile > Fitness Age.
About Heart Rate Zones
Many athletes use 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. Generally, heart rate zones are calculated based on percentages of your maximum heart rate.

User Profile

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 in certain heart rate zones can help you improve cardiovascular capacity and strength. If you know your maximum heart rate, you can use the table (Heart Rate Zone Calculations, page 100) to determine the best heart rate zone for your fitness objectives. If you do not know your maximum heart rate, use one of the calculators available on the Internet. Some gyms and health centers can provide a test that measures maximum heart rate. The default maximum heart rate is 220 minus your age.
Setting Your Heart Rate Zones
The watch uses your user profile information from the initial setup to determine your default heart rate zones. You can set separate heart rate zones for sport profiles, such as running, cycling, and swimming. For the most accurate calorie data during your activity, set your maximum heart rate. You can also set each heart rate zone and enter your resting heart rate manually. You can manually adjust your zones on the watch or using your Garmin Connect account. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select User Profile > Heart Rate & Power Zones > Heart Rate. 3 Select Max. HR, and enter your maximum heart rate.
You can use the Auto Detection feature to automatically record your maximum heart rate during an activity (Detecting Performance Measurements Automatically, page 100). 4 Select LTHR, and enter your lactate threshold heart rate. You can perform a guided test to estimate your lactate threshold (Lactate Threshold, page 60). You can use the Auto Detection feature to automatically record your lactate threshold during an activity (Detecting Performance Measurements Automatically, page 100). 5 Select Resting HR > Set Custom, and enter your resting heart rate. You can use the average resting heart rate measured by your watch, or you can set a custom resting heart rate. 6 Select Zones > Based On. 7 Select an option: · Select BPM to view and edit the zones in beats per minute. · Select %Max. HR to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your maximum heart rate. · Select %HRR to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate
minus resting heart rate). · Select %LTHR to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your lactate threshold heart rate. 8 Select a zone, and enter a value for each zone. 9 Select Sport Heart Rate, and select a sport profile to add separate heart rate zones (optional). 10 Repeat the steps to add sport heart rate zones (optional).
Letting the Watch Set Your Heart Rate Zones
The default settings allow the watch 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 98). · 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.

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Heart Rate Zone Calculations

Zone

% of Maximum Heart Rate

Perceived Exertion

1 5060%

Relaxed, easy pace, rhythmic breathing

2 6070% 3 7080% 4 8090% 5 90100%

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

Benefits
Beginning-level aerobic training, reduces stress
Basic cardiovascular training, good recovery pace
Improved aerobic capacity, optimal cardiovascular training
Improved anaerobic capacity and threshold, improved speed
Anaerobic and muscular endurance, increased power

Setting Your Power Zones
The power zones use default values based on gender, weight, and average ability, and may not match your personal abilities. If you know your functional threshold power (FTP) or threshold power (TP) value, you can enter it and allow the software to calculate your power zones automatically. You can manually adjust your zones on the watch or using your Garmin Connect account. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select User Profile > Heart Rate & Power Zones > Power. 3 Select an activity. 4 Select Based On. 5 Select an option:
· Select Watts to view and edit the zones in watts. · Select % FTP or % TP to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your threshold power. 6 Select FTP or Threshold Power, and enter your value. You can use the Auto Detection feature to automatically record your threshold power during an activity (Detecting Performance Measurements Automatically, page 100). 7 Select a zone, and enter a value for each zone. 8 If necessary, select Minimum, and enter a minimum power value.
Detecting Performance Measurements Automatically
The Auto Detection feature is turned on by default. The watch can automatically detect your maximum heart rate and lactate threshold during an activity. When paired with a compatible power meter, the watch can automatically detect your functional threshold power (FTP) during an activity. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select User Profile > Heart Rate & Power Zones > Auto Detection. 3 Select an option.

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Safety and Tracking Features
CAUTION The safety and tracking features are supplemental features and should not be relied on as a primary method to obtain emergency assistance. The Garmin Connect app does not contact emergency services on your behalf.
NOTICE To use the safety and tracking features, the fnix watch must be connected to the Garmin Connect app using Bluetooth technology. Your paired phone must be equipped with a data plan and be in an area of network coverage where data is available. You can enter emergency contacts in your Garmin Connect account.
For more information about safety and tracking features, go to garmin.com/safety. Assistance: Allows you to send a message with your name, LiveTrack link, and GPS location (if available) to
your emergency contacts. Incident detection: When the fnix watch detects an incident during certain outdoor activities, the watch sends
an automated message, LiveTrack link, and GPS location (if available) to your emergency contacts. LiveTrack: Allows friends and family to follow your races and training activities in real time. You can invite
followers using email or social media, allowing them to view your live data on a web page. Live Event Sharing: Allows you to send messages to friends and family during an event, providing real-time
updates. NOTE: This feature is available only if your watch is connected to a compatible Android phone. GroupTrack: Allows you to keep track of your connections using LiveTrack directly on screen and in real time.
Adding Emergency Contacts
Emergency contact phone numbers are used for the safety and tracking features. 1 From the Garmin Connect app, select or . 2 Select Safety & Tracking > Safety Features > Emergency Contacts > Add Emergency Contacts. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. Your emergency contacts receive a notification when you add them as an emergency contact, and can accept or decline your request. If a contact declines, you must choose another emergency contact.
Adding Contacts
You can add up to 50 contacts to the Garmin Connect app. Contact emails can be used with the LiveTrack feature. Three of these contacts can be used as emergency contacts (Adding Emergency Contacts, page 101). 1 From the Garmin Connect app, select or . 2 Select Contacts. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. After you add contacts, you must sync your data to apply the changes to your fnix device (Using the Garmin Connect App, page 96).

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Turning Incident Detection On and Off
CAUTION Incident detection is a supplemental feature available only for certain outdoor activities. Incident detection should not be relied on as a primary method to obtain emergency assistance. The Garmin Connect app does not contact emergency services on your behalf.
NOTICE Before you can enable incident detection on your watch, you must set up emergency contacts in the Garmin Connect app (Adding Emergency Contacts, page 101). Your paired phone must be equipped with a data plan and be in an area of network coverage where data is available. Your emergency contacts must be able to receive emails or text messages (standard text messaging rates may apply).
1 From the watch face, hold MENU. 2 Select Safety & Tracking > Incident Detection. 3 Select a GPS activity.
NOTE: Incident detection is available only for certain outdoor activities. When an incident is detected by your fnix watch and your phone is connected, the Garmin Connect app can send an automated text message and email with your name and GPS location (if available) to your emergency contacts. A message appears on your device and paired phone indicating your contacts will be informed after 15 seconds have elapsed. If assistance is not needed, you can cancel the automated emergency message.
Requesting Assistance
CAUTION Assistance is a supplemental feature and should not be relied upon as a primary method to obtain emergency assistance. The Garmin Connect app does not contact emergency services on your behalf.
NOTICE Before you can request assistance, you must set up emergency contacts in the Garmin Connect app (Adding Emergency Contacts, page 101). Your paired phone must be equipped with a data plan and be in an area of network coverage where data is available. Your emergency contacts must be able to receive emails or text messages (standard text messaging rates may apply).
1 Hold LIGHT. 2 When you feel three vibrations, release the button to activate the assistance feature.
The countdown screen appears. TIP: You can select Cancel before the countdown is complete to cancel the message.

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Starting a GroupTrack Session
Before you can start a GroupTrack session, you must pair the watch with a compatible phone (Pairing Your Phone, page 93). NOTE: Your paired phone must be equipped with a data plan and be in an area of network coverage where data is available. These instructions are for starting a GroupTrack session with a fnix watch. If your connections have other compatible devices, you can see them on the map. The other devices may not be able to display GroupTrack riders on the map. 1 On the fnix watch, hold MENU, and select Safety & Tracking > GroupTrack > Show on Map to enable
viewing connections on the map screen. 2 In the Garmin Connect app, from the settings menu, select Safety & Tracking > LiveTrack > > Settings >
GroupTrack. 3 Select All Connections or Invite Only and select your connections. 4 Select Start LiveTrack. 5 On the watch, start an outdoor activity. 6 Scroll to the map to view your connections.
TIP: From the map, you can hold MENU and select Nearby Connections to view distance, direction, and pace or speed information for other connections in the GroupTrack session.
Tips for GroupTrack Sessions
The GroupTrack feature allows you to keep track of other connections in your group using LiveTrack directly on the screen. All members of the group must be your connections in your Garmin Connect account. · Start your activity outside using GPS. · Pair your fnix device with your smartphone using Bluetooth technology. · In the Garmin Connect app, from the settings menu, select Connections to update the list of connections for
your GroupTrack session. · Make sure all of your connections pair to their smartphones and start a LiveTrack session in the Garmin
Connect app. · Make sure all your connections are in range (40 km or 25 mi.). · During a GroupTrack session, scroll to the map to view your connections (Adding a Map to an Activity,
page 31).
GroupTrack Settings
Hold MENU, and select Safety & Tracking > 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.

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Health and Wellness Settings
Hold MENU, and select Health & Wellness. Heart Rate: Allows you to customize the wrist heart rate monitor settings (Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings,
page 75). Pulse Ox Mode: Allows you to select a pulse oximeter mode (Setting the Pulse Oximeter Mode, page 77). Move Alert: Enables or disables the Move Alert feature (Using the Move Alert, page 104). Goal Alerts: Allows you to turn on and off goal alerts, or turn them off only during activities. Goal alerts appear
for your daily steps goal, daily floors climbed goal, and weekly intensity minutes goal. Move IQ: Allows you to turn on and off Garmin Move IQTM events. When your movements match familiar exercise
patterns, the Garmin Move IQ feature automatically detects the event and displays it in your timeline. The Garmin Move IQ events show activity type and duration, but they do not appear in your activities list or newsfeed. For more detail and accuracy, you can record a timed activity on your device.
Auto Goal
Your device creates a daily step goal automatically, based on your previous activity levels. As you move during the day, the device shows your progress toward your daily goal. If you choose not to use the auto goal feature, you can set a personalized step goal on your Garmin Connect account.
Using the Move Alert
Sitting for prolonged periods of time can trigger undesirable metabolic state changes. The move alert reminds you to keep moving. After one hour of inactivity, Move! and the move bar appear. Additional segments appear after every 15 minutes of inactivity. The device also beeps or vibrates if audible tones are turned on (System Settings, page 113).
Go for a short walk (at least a couple of minutes) to reset the move alert.
Intensity Minutes
To improve your health, organizations such as the World Health Organization recommend at least 150 minutes per week of moderate intensity activity, such as brisk walking, or 75 minutes per week of vigorous intensity activity, such as running. The watch monitors your activity intensity and tracks your time spent participating in moderate to vigorous intensity activities (heart rate data is required to quantify vigorous intensity). The watch adds the amount of moderate activity minutes with the amount of vigorous activity minutes. Your total vigorous intensity minutes are doubled when added.
Earning Intensity Minutes
Your fnix watch calculates intensity minutes by comparing your heart rate data to your average resting heart rate. If heart rate is turned off, the watch calculates moderate intensity minutes by analyzing your steps per minute. · Start a timed activity for the most accurate calculation of intensity minutes. · Wear your watch all day and night for the most accurate resting heart rate.
Sleep Tracking
While you are sleeping, the watch automatically detects your sleep and monitors your movement during your normal sleep hours. You can set your normal sleep hours in the user settings on your Garmin Connect account. Sleep statistics include total hours of sleep, sleep stages, sleep movement, and sleep score. You can view your sleep statistics on your Garmin Connect account. NOTE: Naps are not added to your sleep statistics. You can use do not disturb mode to turn off notifications and alerts, with the exception of alarms (Controls, page 69).

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Using Automated Sleep Tracking
1 Wear your device while sleeping. 2 Upload your sleep tracking data to the Garmin Connect site (Using the Garmin Connect App, page 96).
You can view your sleep statistics on your Garmin Connect account. You can view sleep information from the previous night on your fnix device (Glances, page 49).
Navigation
Viewing and Editing Your Saved Locations
TIP: You can save a location from the controls menu (Controls, page 69). 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select Navigate > Saved Locations. 3 Select a saved location. 4 Select an option to view or edit the location details.
Saving a Dual Grid Location
You can save your current location using dual grid coordinates to navigate back to the same location later. 1 Customize a button or button combination for the Dual Grid feature (Customizing the Hot Keys, page 115). 2 Hold the button or button combination you customized to save a dual grid location. 3 Wait while the watch locates satellites. 4 Press START to save the location. 5 If necessary, press DOWN to edit the location details.
Setting a Reference Point
You can set a reference point to provide the heading and distance to a location or bearing. 1 Select an option:
· Hold LIGHT. TIP: You can set a reference point while you are recording an activity.
· From the watch face, press START. 2 Select Reference Point. 3 Wait while the watch locates satellites. 4 Press START, and select Add Point. 5 Select a location or bearing to use as a reference point for navigation.
The compass arrow and distance to your destination appear. 6 Point the top of the watch toward your heading.
When you deviate from the heading, the compass displays the direction from the heading and degree of deviation. 7 If necessary, press START, and select Change Point to set a different reference point.

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Navigating to a Destination
You can use your device to navigate to a destination or follow a course. 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select an activity. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation. 5 Select a category. 6 Respond to the on-screen prompts to choose a destination. 7 Select Go To.
Navigation information appears. 8 Press START to begin navigation.
Navigating to a Point of Interest
If the map data installed on your watch includes points of interest, you can navigate to them. 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select an activity. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > Points of Interest, and select a category.
A list of points of interest near your current location appears. 5 If necessary, select an option:
· 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, and enter a name. · To search for nearby points of interest, select Around Me (Navigating with the Around Me Feature,
page 88). 6 Select a point of interest from the search results. 7 Select Go.
Navigation information appears. 8 Press START to begin navigation.

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Navigating to the Starting Point of a Saved Activity
You can navigate back to the starting point of a saved activity in a straight line or along the path you traveled. This feature is available only for activities that use GPS. 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select an activity. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > Activities. 5 Select an activity. 6 Select Back to Start, and select an option:
· To navigate back to the starting point of your activity along the path you traveled, select TracBack. · If you do not have a supported map or are using direct routing, select Route to navigate back to the
starting point of your activity in a straight line. · If you are not using direct routing, select Route to navigate back to the starting point of your activity using
turn-by-turn directions. Turn-by-turn directions help you navigate to the starting point of your last saved activity if you have a supported map or are using direct routing. A line appears on the map from your current location to the starting point of the last saved activity if you are not using direct routing. NOTE: You can start the timer to prevent the device from timing out to watch mode. 7 Press DOWN to view the compass (optional). The arrow points toward your starting point.
Navigating to Your Starting Point During an Activity
You can navigate back to the starting point of your current activity in a straight line or along the path you traveled. This feature is available only for activities that use GPS. 1 During an activity, press STOP. 2 Select Back to Start, and select an option:
· To navigate back to the starting point of your activity along the path you traveled, select TracBack. · If you do not have a supported map or are using direct routing, select Route to navigate back to the
starting point of your activity in a straight line. · If you are not using direct routing, select Route to navigate back to the starting point of your activity using
turn-by-turn directions.

Your current location , the track to follow , and your destination appear on the map.

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Viewing Route Directions
You can view a list of turn-by-turn directions for your route. 1 While navigating a route, hold MENU. 2 Select Turn By Turn.
A list of turn-by-turn directions appears. 3 Press DOWN to view additional directions.
Navigating with Sight ‘N Go
You can point the device at an object in the distance, such as a water tower, lock in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select an activity. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > Sight ‘N Go. 5 Point the top of the watch at an object, and press START.
Navigation information appears. 6 Press START to begin navigation.
Marking and Starting Navigation to a Man Overboard Location
You can save a man overboard (MOB) location, and automatically start navigation back to it. TIP: You can customize the hold function of the keys to access the MOB function (Customizing the Hot Keys, page 115). 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select an activity. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > Last MOB.
Navigation information appears.
Stopping Navigation
1 During an activity, hold MENU. 2 Select Stop Navigation.
Courses
You can send a course from your Garmin Connect account to your device. After it is saved to your device, you can navigate the course on your device. You can follow a saved course simply because it is a good route. For example, you can save and follow a bike friendly commute to work. You can also follow a saved course, trying to match or exceed previously set performance goals. For example, if the original course was completed in 30 minutes, you can race against a Virtual Partner trying to complete the course in under 30 minutes.

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Creating and Following a Course on Your Device
1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select an activity. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > Courses > Create New. 5 Enter a name for the course, and select . 6 Select Add Location. 7 Select an option. 8 If necessary, repeat steps 6 and 7. 9 Select Done > Do Course.
Navigation information appears. 10 Press START to begin 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, press START. 2 Select Run or Bike. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > Round-Trip Course. 5 Enter the total distance for the course. 6 Select a direction heading.
The device creates up to three courses. You can press DOWN to view the courses. 7 Press START to select a course. 8 Select an option:
· To begin navigation, select Go. · To view the course on the map and pan or zoom the map, select Map. · To view a list of turns in the course, select Turn By Turn. · To view an elevation plot of the course, select Elevation Plot. · To save the course, select Save. · To view a list of ascents in the course, select View Climbs.
Creating a Course on Garmin Connect
Before you can create a course on the Garmin Connect app, you must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect, page 96). 1 From the Garmin Connect app, select or . 2 Select Training & Planning > Courses > Create Course. 3 Select a course type. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. 5 Select Done.
NOTE: You can send this course to your device (Sending a Course to Your Device, page 110).

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Sending a Course to Your Device
You can send a course you created using the Garmin Connect app to your device (Creating a Course on Garmin Connect, page 109). 1 From the Garmin Connect app, select or . 2 Select Training & Planning > Courses. 3 Select a course. 4 Select > Send to Device. 5 Select your compatible device. 6 Follow the on- screen instructions.
Viewing or Editing Course Details
You can view or edit course details before you navigate a course. 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select an activity. 3 Hold MENU. 4 Select Navigation > Courses. 5 Press START to select a course. 6 Select an option:
· To begin navigation, select Do Course. · To create a custom pace band, select PacePro. · To create or view an analysis of your effort for the course, select Power Guide. · To view the course on the map and pan or zoom the map, select Map. · To begin the course in reverse, select Do Course in Reverse. · To view an elevation plot of the course, select Elevation Plot. · To change the course name, select Name. · To edit the course path, select Edit. · To view a list of ascents in the course, select View Climbs. · To delete the course, select Delete.
Projecting a Waypoint
You can create a new location by projecting the distance and bearing from your current location to a new location. NOTE: You may need to add the Project Wpt. app to the activities and apps list. 1 From the watch face, press START. 2 Select Project Wpt.. 3 Press UP or DOWN to set the heading. 4 Press START. 5 Press DOWN to select a unit of measure. 6 Press UP to enter the distance. 7 Press START to save. The projected waypoint is saved with a default name.
Navigation Settings
You can customize the map features and appearance when navigating to a destination.

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Customizing Navigation Data Screens
1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Navigation > Data Screens. 3 Select an option:
· Select Map > Status to turn on or off the map. · Select Map > Data Field to turn on or off a data field that shows routing information on the map. · Select Up Ahead to turn on or off information about upcoming course points. · Select Guide to turn on or off the guide screen that displays the compass bearing or course to follow while
navigating. · Select Elevation Plot to turn on or off the elevation plot. · Select a screen to add, remove, or customize.
Setting Up a Heading Bug
You can set up a heading indicator to display on your data pages while navigating. The indicator points to your target heading. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Navigation > Heading Bug.
Setting Navigation Alerts
You can set alerts to help you navigate to your destination. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Navigation > Alerts. 3 Select an option:
· To set an alert for a specified distance from your final destination, select Final Distance. · To set an alert for the estimated time remaining until you reach your final destination, select Final ETE. · To set an alert when you stray from the course, select Off Course. · To enable turn-by-turn navigation prompts, select Turn Prompts. 4 If necessary, select Status to turn on the alert. 5 If necessary, enter a distance or time value, and select .
Power Manager Settings
Hold MENU, and select Power Manager. Battery Saver: Allows you to customize system settings to extend battery life in watch mode (Customizing the
Battery Saver Feature, page 112). Power Modes: Allows you to customize system settings, activity settings, and GPS settings to extend battery
life during an activity (Customizing Power Modes, page 112). Battery Percentage: Displays remaining battery life as a percentage. Battery Estimates: Displays remaining battery life as an estimated number of days or hours.

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Customizing the Battery Saver Feature
The battery saver feature allows you to quickly adjust system settings to extend battery life in watch mode. You can turn on the battery saver feature from the controls menu (Controls, page 69). 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Power Manager > Battery Saver. 3 Select Status to turn on the battery saver feature. 4 Select Edit, and select an option:
· Select Watch Face to enable a low-power watch face that updates once per minute. · Select Music to disable listening to music from your watch. · Select Phone to disconnect your paired phone. · Select Wi-Fi to disconnect from a WiFi network. · Select Wrist Heart Rate to turn off the wrist heart rate monitor. · Select Pulse Oximeter to turn off the pulse oximeter sensor. · Select Backlight to disable the automatic backlight. The watch displays the hours of battery life gained with each setting change. 5 Select Low Battery Alert to receive an alert when the battery power is low.
Changing the Power Mode
You can change the power mode to extend battery life during an activity. 1 During an activity, hold MENU. 2 Select Power Mode. 3 Select an option.
The watch displays the hours of battery life available with the selected power mode.
Customizing Power Modes
Your device comes preloaded with several power modes, allowing you to quickly adjust system settings, activity settings, and GPS settings to extend battery life during an activity. You can customize existing power modes and create new custom power modes. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Power Manager > Power Modes. 3 Select an option:
· Select a power mode to customize. · Select Add New to create a custom power mode. 4 If necessary, enter a custom name. 5 Select an option to customize specific power mode settings. For example, you can change the GPS setting or disconnect your paired phone. The watch displays the hours of battery life gained with each setting change. 6 If necessary, select Done to save and use the custom power mode.
Restoring a Power Mode
You can reset a preloaded power mode to the factory default settings. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Power Manager > Power Modes. 3 Select a preloaded power mode. 4 Select Restore > Yes.

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System Settings
Hold MENU, and select System. Language: Sets the language displayed on the watch. Time: Adjusts the time settings (Time Settings, page 113). Backlight: Adjusts the screen settings (Changing the Screen Settings, page 114). Touch: Allows you to enable or disable the touchscreen during general use, activities, or sleep. Satellites: Sets the default satellite system to use for activities. If necessary, you can customize the satellite
setting for each activity (Satellite Settings, page 37). Sound and Vibe: Sets the watch sounds, such as button tones, alerts, and vibrations. Sleep Mode: Allows you to set your sleep hours and sleep mode preferences (Customizing Sleep Mode,
page 114). Do Not Disturb: Allows you to enable the Do Not Disturb mode. You can edit your preferences for the screen,
notifications, alerts, and wrist gestures. Hot Keys: Allows you to assign shortcuts to buttons (Customizing the Hot Keys, page 115). Auto Lock: Allows you to lock the buttons and touchscreen automatically to prevent accidental button presses
and touchscreen swipes. Use the During Activity option to lock the buttons and touchscreen during a timed activity. Use the Not During Activity option to lock the buttons and touchscreen when you are not recording a timed activity. Format: Sets general format preferences, such as the units of measure, pace and speed shown during activities, the start of the week, and geographical position format and datum options (Changing the Units of Measure, page 115). Perf. Condition: Enables the performance condition feature during an activity (Performance Condition, page 58). Data Recording: Sets how the watch records activity data. The Smart recording option (default) allows for longer activity recordings. The Every Second recording option provides more detailed activity recordings, but may not record entire activities that last for longer periods of time. USB Mode: Sets the watch to use MTP (media transfer protocol) or Garmin mode when connected to a computer. Reset: Allows you to reset user data and settings (Resetting All Default Settings, page 121). Software Update: Allows you to install downloaded software updates, enable automatic updates, or manually check for updates (Product Updates, page 119). You can select What’s New to view a list of new features from the last software update you installed. About: Displays device, software, license, and regulatory information.
Time Settings
Hold MENU, and select System > Time. Time Format: Sets the watch to show time in a 12-hour, 24-hour, or military format. Date Format: Sets the display order for the day, month, and year for dates. Set Time: Sets the time zone for the watch. The Auto option sets the time zone automatically based on your
GPS position. Time: Allows you to adjust the time if the Set Time option is set to Manual. Alerts: Allows you to set hourly alerts, as well as sunrise and sunset alerts that sound a specific number of
minutes or hours before the actual sunrise or sunset occurs (Setting Time Alerts, page 114). Time Sync: Allows you to manually sync the time when you change time zones, and to update for daylight
saving time (Syncing the Time, page 114).

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Setting Time Alerts
1 Hold MENU. 2 Select System > Time > Alerts. 3 Select an option:
· To set an alert to sound a specific number of minutes or hours before the actual sunset occurs, select Til Sunset > Status > On, select Time, and enter the time.
· To set an alert to sound a specific number of minutes or hours before the actual sunrise occurs, select Til Sunrise > Status > On, select Time, and enter the time.
· To set an alert to sound every hour, select Hourly > On.
Syncing the Time
Each time you turn on the device and acquire satellites or open the Garmin Connect app on your paired phone, the device automatically detects your time zones and the current time of day. You can also manually sync the time when you change time zones, and to update for daylight saving time. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select System > Time > Time Sync. 3 Wait while the device connects to your paired phone or locates satellites (Acquiring Satellite Signals,
page 121). TIP: You can press DOWN to switch the source.
Changing the Screen Settings
1 Hold MENU. 2 Select System > Backlight. 3 Select an option:
· Select During Activity. · Select General Use. · Select During Sleep. 4 Select an option: · Select Brightness to set the brightness level of the screen. · Select Keys & Touch to turn on the screen for button presses and screen taps. · Select Alerts to turn on the screen for alerts. · Select Wrist Gesture to turn on the screen by raising and turning your arm to look at your wrist. · Select Timeout to set the length of time before the screen turns off.
Customizing Sleep Mode
1 Hold MENU. 2 Select System > Sleep Mode. 3 Select an option:
· Select Schedule, select a day, and enter your normal sleep hours. · Select Watch Face to use the sleep watch face. · Select Backlight to configure the screen brightness and timeout. · Select Touch to turn the touchscreen on or off. · Select Do Not Disturb to enable or disable do not disturb mode. · Select Battery Saver to enable or disable battery saver mode (Customizing the Battery Saver Feature,
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Customizing the Hot Keys
You can customize the hold function of individual buttons and combinations of buttons. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select System > Hot Keys. 3 Select a button or combination of buttons to customize. 4 Select a function.
Changing the Units of Measure
You can customize units of measure for distance, pace and speed, elevation, and more. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select System > Format > 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 System > About.
Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information
The label for this device is provided electronically. The e-label may provide regulatory information, such as identification numbers provided by the FCC or regional compliance markings, as well as applicable product and licensing information. 1 Hold MENU. 2 From the system menu, select About.

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Device Information
Charging the Watch
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 (Device Care, page 118).
1 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the charging port on your watch.

2 Plug the large end of the USB cable into a USB charging port. The watch displays the current battery charge level.
Solar Charging
NOTE: This feature is not available on all models. The solar charging capability of the watch allows you to charge your watch while you use it.
Tips for Solar Charging
To maximize the battery life of your watch, follow these tips. · When you are wearing the watch, avoid covering the face with your sleeve. · Regular outdoor use in sunny conditions can extend your battery life.
NOTE: The watch protects itself from overheating and stops charging automatically if the internal temperature exceeds the solar charging temperature threshold (Specifications, page 117). NOTE: The watch does not solar charge when connected to an external power source or when the battery is full.

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Specifications

Battery type Water rating

Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery 10 ATM1

Operating and storage tempera ture range

From -20º to 45ºC (from -4º to 113ºF)

USB charging temperature range

From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF)

Solar charging temperature range

From 0° to 60°C (from 32° to 140°F)

European Union (EU) wireless fnix 7S: 2.4 GHz @ 17.3 dBm maximum, fnix 7: 2.4 GHz @ 17.8 dBm

frequencies (power)

maximum, fnix 7X: 2.4 GHz @ 19.3 dBm maximum

EU SAR values

fnix 7S: 0.32 W/kg torso, 0.32 W/kg limb, fnix 7: 0.30 W/kg torso, 0.30 W/kg limb, fnix 7X: 0.75 W/kg torso, 0.27 W/kg limb

Battery Information
The actual battery life depends on the features enabled on your watch, such as wrist-based heart rate, smartphone notifications, GPS, internal sensors, and connected sensors.

Mode

fnix 7S Battery Life

fnix 7 Battery Life

fnix 7X Battery Life

Smartwatch mode

Up to 11 days typical use Up to 18 days typical use Up to 28 days typical use Up to 14 days with solar2 Up to 22 days with solar2 Up to 37 days with solar2

Battery saver watch mode

Up to 38 days typical use Up to 57 days typical use Up to 90 days typical use Up to 87 days with solar2 Up to 173 days with solar2 Over 1 yr. with solar2

GPS only mode

Up to 37 hr. typical use Up to 57 hr. typical use Up to 46 hr. with solar3 Up to 73 hr. with solar3

Up to 89 hr. typical use Up to 122 hr. with solar3

All satellite systems mode

Up to 26 hr. typical use Up to 30 hr. with solar3

Up to 40 hr. typical use Up to 48 hr. with solar3

Up to 63 hr. typical use Up to 77 hr. with solar3

All satellite systems plus multi-band mode

Up to 15 hr. typical use Up to 23 hr. typical use Up to 16 hr. with solar3 Up to 26 hr. with solar3

Up to 36 hr. typical use Up to 41 hr. with solar3

All satellite systems with music mode

Up to 7 hr. typical use Up to 10 hr. typical use Up to 16 hr. typical use

Max. battery GPS mode

Up to 90 hr. typical use Up to 136 hr. typical use Up to 213 hr. typical use Up to 162 hr. with solar3 Up to 289 hr. with solar3 Up to 578 hr. with solar3

Expedition GPS mode

Up to 26 days typical use Up to 40 days typical use Up to 62 days typical use Up to 43 days with solar2 Up to 74 days with solar2 Up to 139 days with solar2

1 The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 100 m. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating. 2 All-day wear with 3 hr./day outside in 50,000 lux conditions 3 With use in 50,000 lux conditions

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Device Care
NOTICE Do not use a sharp object to clean the device. Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes. Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can damage the case. Avoid pressing the buttons under water. Keep the leather band clean and dry. Avoid swimming or showering with the leather band. Exposure to water or sweat can damage or discolor the leather band. Use silicone bands as an alternative. Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can degrade the life of the product. Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage.
Cleaning the Watch
CAUTION Some users may experience skin irritation after prolonged use of the watch, especially if the user has sensitive skin or allergies. If you notice any skin irritation, remove the watch and give your skin time to heal. To help prevent skin irritation, ensure the watch is clean and dry, and do not overtighten the watch on your wrist.
NOTICE Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause corrosion of the electrical contacts when connected to a charger. Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer.
TIP: For more information, go to garmin.com/fitandcare. 1 Rinse with water, or use a damp lint-free cloth. 2 Allow the watch to dry completely.
Cleaning the Leather Bands
1 Wipe the leather bands with a dry cloth. 2 Use a leather conditioner to clean the leather bands.
Changing the QuickFit® Bands
1 Slide the latch on the QuickFit band, and remove the band from the watch.

2 Align the new band with the watch. 3 Press the band into place.
NOTE: Make sure the band is secure. The latch should close over the watch pin. 4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 to change the other band.
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Metal Watch Band Adjustment
If your watch includes a metal watch band, you should take your watch to a jeweler or other professional to adjust the length of the metal band.
Data Management
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me, Windows NT®, and Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier.
Deleting Files
NOTICE If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your device memory contains important system files that should not be deleted.
1 Open the Garmin drive or volume. 2 If necessary, open a folder or volume. 3 Select a file. 4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
NOTE: Mac operating systems provide limited support for MTP file transfer mode. You must open the Garmin drive on a Windows operating system. You should use the Garmin Express application to remove music files from your device.
Troubleshooting
Product Updates
Your device automatically checks for updates when connected to Bluetooth or WiFi. You can manually check for updates from the system settings (System Settings, page 113). On your computer, install Garmin Express (www.garmin.com/express). On your phone, install the Garmin Connect app. This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices: · Software updates · Map updates · Course updates · Data uploads to Garmin Connect · Product registration
Getting More Information
You can find more information about this product on the Garmin website. · Go to support.garmin.com for additional manuals, articles, and software updates. · Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and
replacement parts. · Go to www.garmin.com/ataccuracy for information about feature accuracy.
This is not a medical device.
My device is in the wrong language
You can change the device language selection if you have accidently selected the wrong language on the device. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Scroll down to the last item in the list, and press START. 3 Press START. 4 Select your language.

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Is my phone compatible with my watch?
The fnix watch is compatible with phones using Bluetooth technology. Go to garmin.com/ble for Bluetooth compatibility information.

My phone will not connect to the watch

If your phone will not connect to the watch, you can try these tips.

· Turn off your phone and your watch, and turn them back on again.

· Enable Bluetooth technology on your phone.

· Update the Garmin Connect app to the latest version.

· Remove your watch from the Garmin Connect app and the Bluetooth settings on your phone to retry the pairing process.

· If you bought a new phone, remove your watch from the Garmin Connect app on the phone you intend to stop using.

· Bring your phone within 10 m (33 ft.) of the watch.

· On your phone, open the Garmin Connect app, select enter pairing mode.

or , and select Garmin Devices > Add Device to

· From the watch face, hold MENU, and select Connectivity > Phone > Pair Phone.

Can I use my Bluetooth sensor with my watch?
The watch is compatible with some Bluetooth sensors. The first time you connect a sensor to your Garmin watch, you must pair the watch and sensor. After they are paired, the watch connects to the sensor automatically when you start an activity and the sensor is active and within range. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Sensors & Accessories > Add New. 3 Select an option:
· Select Search All Sensors. · Select your sensor type. You can customize the optional data fields (Customizing the Data Screens, page 31).

My headphones will not connect to the watch
If your Bluetooth headphones were previously connected to your phone, they may connect to your phone automatically instead of connecting to your watch. You can try these tips. · Turn off Bluetooth technology on your phone.
Refer to the owner’s manual for your phone for more information. · Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from your phone while connecting your headphones to your watch. · Pair your headphones with your watch (Connecting Bluetooth Headphones, page 92).

My music cuts out or my headphones won’t stay connected
When using a fnix watch connected to Bluetooth headphones, the signal is strongest when there is a direct line of sight between the watch and the antenna on the headphones.
· If the signal passes through your body, you may experience signal loss or your headphones may become disconnected.
· If you wear your fnix watch on your left wrist, you should make sure the headphone’s Bluetooth antenna is on your left ear.
· Since headphones vary by model, you can try wearing the watch on your other wrist.
· If you are using metal or leather watch bands, you can switch to silicone watch bands to improve signal strength.

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Restarting Your Watch
1 Hold LIGHT until the watch turns off. 2 Hold LIGHT to turn on the watch.
Resetting All Default Settings
Before you reset all default settings, you should sync the watch with the Garmin Connect app to upload your activity data. You can reset all of the watch settings to the factory default values. 1 From the watch face, hold MENU. 2 Select System > Reset. 3 Select an option:
· To reset all of the watch settings to the factory default values and save all user-entered information and activity history, select Reset Default Settings.
· To delete all activities from the history, select Delete All Activities. · To reset all distance and time totals, select Reset Totals. · To reset all of the watch settings to the factory default values and delete all user-entered information and
activity history, select Delete Data and Reset Settings. NOTE: If you have set up a Garmin Pay wallet, this option deletes the wallet from your watch. If you have music stored on your watch, this option deletes your stored music.
Tips for Maximizing the Battery Life
To extend the life of the battery, you can try these tips. · Change the power mode during an activity (Changing the Power Mode, page 112). · Turn on the battery saver feature from the controls menu (Controls, page 69). · Reduce the screen timeout (Changing the Screen Settings, page 114). · Reduce the screen brightness (Changing the Screen Settings, page 114). · Use UltraTrac satellite mode for your activity (Satellite Settings, page 37). · Turn off Bluetooth technology when you are not using connected features (Controls, page 69). · When pausing your activity for a longer period of time, use the Resume Later option (Stopping an Activity,
page 6). · Use a watch face that is not updated every second.
For example, use a watch face without a second hand (Customizing the Watch Face, page 49). · Limit the phone notifications the watch displays (Managing Notifications, page 94). · Stop broadcasting heart rate data to paired devices (Broadcasting Heart Rate Data, page 76). · Turn off wrist-based heart rate monitoring (Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings, page 75).
NOTE: Wrist-based heart rate monitoring is used to calculate vigorous intensity minutes and calories burned. · Turn on manual pulse oximeter readings (Setting the Pulse Oximeter Mode, page 77).
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 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 3060 seconds to locate satellite signals.

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Improving GPS Satellite Reception
· Frequently sync the watch to your Garmin account: Connect your watch to a computer using the USB cable and the Garmin Express application. Sync your watch to the Garmin Connect app using your Bluetooth enabled phone. Connect your watch to your Garmin account using a WiFi wireless network. While connected to your Garmin account, the watch downloads several days of satellite data, allowing it to quickly locate satellite signals.
· Take your watch outside to an open area away from tall buildings and trees. · Remain stationary for a few minutes.
The temperature reading is not accurate
Your body temperature affects the temperature reading for the internal temperature sensor. To get the most accurate temperature reading, you should remove the watch from your wrist and wait 20 to 30 minutes. You can also use an optional tempe external temperature sensor to view accurate ambient temperature readings while wearing the watch.
Activity Tracking
For more information about activity tracking accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy.
My step count does not seem accurate
If your step count does not seem accurate, you can try these tips. · Wear the watch on your non-dominant wrist. · Carry the watch in your pocket when pushing a stroller or lawn mower. · Carry the watch in your pocket when actively using your hands or arms only.
NOTE: The watch may interpret some repetitive motions, such as washing dishes, folding laundry, or clapping your hands, as steps.
The step counts on my watch and my Garmin Connect account don’t match
The step count on your Garmin Connect account updates when you sync your watch. 1 Select an option:
· Sync your step count with the Garmin Express application (Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer, page 97).
· Sync your step count with the Garmin Connect app (Using the Garmin Connect App, page 96). 2 Wait while your data syncs.
Syncing can take several minutes. NOTE: Refreshing the Garmin Connect app or the Garmin Express application does not sync your data or update your step count.
The floors climbed amount does not seem accurate
Your watch uses an internal barometer to measure elevation changes as you climb floors. A floor climbed is equal to 3 m (10 ft.). · Avoid holding handrails or skipping steps while climbing stairs. · In windy environments, cover the watch with your sleeve or jacket as strong gusts can cause erratic readings.

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Data Fields
NOTE: Not all data fields are available for all activity types. Some data fields require ANT+ or Bluetooth accessories to display data. Some data fields appear in more than one category on the watch. TIP: You can also customize the data fields from the watch settings in the Garmin Connect app. Cadence Fields

Name

Description

Average Cadence Cycling. The average cadence for the current activity.

Average Cadence Running. The average cadence for the current activity.

Cadence

Cycling. The number of revolutions of the crank arm. Your device must be connected to a cadence accessory for this data to appear.

Cadence

Running. The steps per minute (right and left).

Lap Cadence

Cycling. The average cadence for the current lap.

Lap Cadence

Running. The average cadence for the current lap.

Last Lap Cadence Cycling. The average cadence for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Cadence Running. The average cadence for the last completed lap.

Charts Name Barometer Chart Elevation Chart Heart Rate Chart Pace Chart Power Chart Speed Chart

Description A chart showing the barometric pressure over time. A chart showing the elevation over time. A chart showing your heart rate throughout the activity. A chart showing your pace throughout the activity. A chart showing your power throughout the activity. A chart showing your speed throughout the activity.

Compass Fields Name Compass Heading GPS Heading Heading

Description The direction you are moving based on the compass. The direction you are moving based on GPS. The direction you are moving.

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Distance Fields Name Distance Interval Distance Lap Distance Last Lap Distance Nautical Distance

Description The distance traveled for the current track or activity. The distance traveled for the current interval. The distance traveled for the current lap. The distance traveled for the last completed lap. The distance traveled in nautical meters or nautical feet.

Elevation Fields

Name

Description

Average Ascent The average vertical distance of ascent since the last reset.

Average Descent The average vertical distance of descent since the last reset.

Elevation

The altitude of your current location above or below sea level.

Glide Ratio

The ratio of horizontal distance traveled to the change in vertical distance.

GPS Elevation

The altitude of your current location using GPS.

Grade

The calculation of rise (elevation) over run (distance). For example, if for every 3 m (10 ft.) you climb you travel 60 m (200 ft.), the grade is 5%.

Lap Ascent

The vertical distance of ascent for the current lap.

Lap Descent

The vertical distance of descent for the current lap.

Last Lap Ascent The vertical distance of ascent for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Descent The vertical distance of descent for the last completed lap.

Maximum Ascent The maximum rate of ascent in feet per minute or meters per minute since the last reset.

Maximum Descent

The maximum rate of descent in meters per minute or feet per minute since the last reset.

Maximum Elevation The highest elevation reached since the last reset.

Minimum Elevation The lowest elevation reached since the last reset.

Total Ascent

The total elevation distance ascended since the last reset.

Total Descent

The total elevation distance descended since the last reset.

Floors Fields Name Floors Climbed Floors Descended Floors per Minute

Description The total number of floors climbed up for the day. The total number of floors climbed down for the day. The number of floors climbed up per minute.

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Gears

Name

Description

Di2 Battery The remaining battery power of a Di2 sensor.

eBike Battery The remaining battery power of an ebike.

eBike Range The estimated remaining distance the ebike can provide assistance.

Front

The front bike gear from a gear position sensor.

Gear Battery The battery status of a gear position sensor.

Gear Combo The current gear combination from a gear position sensor.

Gears

The front and rear bike gears from a gear position sensor.

Gear Ratio The number of teeth on the front and rear bike gears, as detected by a gear position sensor.

Rear

The rear bike gear from a gear position sensor.

Graphical

Name

Description

Cadence Gauge

Running. A color gauge showing your current cadence range.

Compass Gauge

The direction you are moving based on the compass.

GCT Balance Gauge

A color gauge showing the left/right balance of ground contact time while running.

Ground Contact Time Gauge

A color gauge showing the amount of time in each step that you spend on the ground while running, measured in milliseconds.

Heart Rate Gauge

A color gauge showing your current heart rate zone.

Heart Rate Zones Ratio

A color gauge showing the ratio of time spent in each heart rate zone.

PacePro Gauge

Running. Your current split pace and your target split pace.

Power Gauge

A color gauge showing your current power zone.

Stamina Gauge (Dist.)

A gauge showing your current stamina distance remaining.

Stamina Gauge (Time)

A gauge showing your current stamina time remaining.

Total Ascent/Descent Gauge

The total elevation distances ascended and descended during the activity or since the last reset.

Training Effect Gauge

The impact of the current activity on your aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels.

Vertical Oscillation Gauge A color gauge showing the amount of bounce while you are running.

Vertical Ratio Gauge

A color gauge showing the ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length.

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Heart Rate Fields

Name

Description

% Heart Rate Reserve

The percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate).

Aerobic Training Effect

The impact of the current activity on your aerobic fitness level.

Anaerobic Training Effect The impact of the current activity on your anaerobic fitness level.

Average % Heart Rate Reserve

The average percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current activity.

Average Heart Rate

The average heart rate for the current activity.

Average Heart Rate %Max. The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current activity.

Heart Rate

Your heart rate in beats per minute (bpm). Your device must have wrist-based heart rate or be connected to a compatible heart rate monitor.

Heart Rate %Max.

The percentage of maximum heart rate.

Heart Rate Zone

The current range of your heart rate (1 to 5). The default zones are based on your user profile and maximum heart rate (220 minus your age).

Interval Average %HRR

The average percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current swim interval.

Interval Average %Max.

The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current swim interval.

Interval Average Heart Rate The average heart rate for the current swim interval.

Interval Maximum %HRR

The maximum percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current swim interval.

Interval Maximum %Max. The maximum percentage of maximum heart rate for the current swim interval.

Interval Maximum Heart Rate

The maximum heart rate for the current swim interval.

Lap % Heart Rate Reserve

The average percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current lap.

Lap Heart Rate

The average heart rate for the current lap.

Lap Heart Rate %Max.

The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current lap.

Last Lap %HRR

The average percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Heart Rate

The average heart rate for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Heart Rate %Max. The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the last completed lap.

Time in Zone

The time elapsed in each heart rate zone.

Lengths Fields Name Interval Lengths Lengths

Description The number of pool lengths completed during the current interval. The number of pool lengths completed during the current activity.

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Muscle Oxygen Fields Name Muscle O2 Saturation % Total Hemoglobin

Description The estimated muscle oxygen saturation percentage for the current activity. The estimated total hemoglobin concentration in the muscle.

Navigation Fields

Name

Description

Bearing

The direction from your current location to a destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Course

The direction from your starting location to a destination. Course can be viewed as a planned or set route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Destination Location The position of your final destination.

Destination Waypoint

The last point on the route to the destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Distance Remaining

The remaining distance to the final destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Distance To Next

The remaining distance to the next waypoint on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Estimated Total Distance

The estimated distance from the start to the final destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

ETA

The estimated time of day when you will reach the final destination (adjusted to the local time of the destination). You must be navigating for this data to appear.

ETA at Next

The estimated time of day when you will reach the next waypoint on the route (adjusted to the local time of the waypoint). You must be navigating for this data to appear.

ETE

The estimated time remaining until you reach the final destination. You must be navi gating for this data to appear.

Glide Ratio to Desti The glide ratio required to descend from your current position to the destination

nation

elevation. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Lat/Lon

The current position in latitude and longitude regardless of the selected position format setting.

Location

The current position using the selected position format setting.

Next Fork

The distance to the next fork on a trail.

Next Waypoint

The next point on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Off Course

The distance to the left or right by which you have strayed from the original path of travel. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Time to Next

The estimated time remaining before you reach the next waypoint in the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Velocity Made Good

The speed at which you are closing on a destination along a route. You must be navi gating for this data to appear.

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Name
Vertical Dist. to Dest.
Vertical Speed to Target

Description
The elevation distance between your current position and the final destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
The rate of ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Other Fields

Name

Description

Active Calories

The calories burned during the activity.

Ambient Pressure

The uncalibrated environmental pressure.

Barometric Pressure The current calibrated environmental pressure.

Battery Hours

The number of hours remaining before the battery power is depleted.

Battery Percentage The percentage of the battery power remaining.

COG

The actual direction of travel, regardless of the course steered and temporary varia tions in heading.

Distance to Start Line

The remaining distance to the race starting line. You must be navigating for this data to appear.

Flow

The measurement of how consistently you maintain speed and smoothness through turns in the current activity.

GPS

The strength of the GPS satellite signal.

Grit

The measurement of difficulty for the current activity based on elevation, gradient, and rapid changes in direction.

Lap Flow

The overall flow score for the current lap.

Lap Grit

The overall grit score for the current lap.

Laps

The number of laps completed for the current activity.

Lift

The amount of lift time during a sailing activity.

Load

The training load for the current activity. Training load is the amount of excess postexercise oxygen consumption (EPOC), which indicates the strenuousness of your workout.

Performance Condition The performance condition score is a real-time assessment of your ability to perform.

Reps

During a strength training activity, the number of repetitions in a workout set.

Respiration Rate

Your respiration rate in breaths per minute (brpm).

Runs

The number of runs for the activity.

Steps

The number of steps taken during the current activity.

Stress

Your current stress level.

Sunrise

The time of sunrise based on your GPS position.

Sunset

The time of sunset based on your GPS position.

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Name

Description

Tack Assist

A gauge to help you determine if your boat is being lifted or headed.

Time of Day

The time of day based on your current location and time settings (format, time zone, daylight saving time).

Time of Day (Seconds) The time of day including seconds.

Total Calories

The amount of total calories burned for the day.

Pace Fields Name 500m Pace Average 500m Pace Average Pace Grade Adjusted Pace Interval Pace Lap 500m Pace Lap Pace Last Lap 500m Pace Last Lap Pace Last Length Pace Pace

Description The current rowing pace per 500 meters. The average rowing pace per 500 meters for the current activity. The average pace for the current activity. The average pace adjusted by the steepness of the terrain. The average pace for the current interval. The average rowing pace per 500 meters for the current lap. The average pace for the current lap. The average rowing pace per 500 meters for the last lap. The average pace for the last completed lap. The average pace for your last completed pool length. The current pace.

PacePro Fields Name Next Split Distance Next Split Target Pace Split Distance Split Distance Remaining Split Pace Split Target Pace

Description Running. The total distance of the next split. Running. The target pace for the next split. Running. The total distance of the current split. Running. The remaining distance of the current split. Running. The pace for the current split. Running. The target pace for the current split.

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Power Fields

Name

Description

% Functional Threshold Power

The current power output as a percentage of functional threshold power.

3s Balance

The 3-second moving average of the left/right power balance.

3s Power

The 3-second moving average of power output.

10s Balance

The 10-second moving average of the left/right power balance.

10s Power

The 10-second moving average of power output.

30s Balance

The 30-second moving average of the left/right power balance.

30s Power

The 30-second moving average of power output.

Average Balance

The average left/right power balance for the current activity.

Average Left Power Phase The average power phase angle for the left leg for the current activity.

Average Power

The average power output for the current activity.

Average Right Power Phase The average power phase angle for the right leg for the current activity.

Avg. Left Peak Power Phase The average power phase peak angle for the left leg for the current activity.

Avg. Platform Center Offset The average platform center offset for the current activity.

Avg. Right Peak Power Phase

The average power phase peak angle for the right leg for the current activity.

Balance

The current left/right power balance.

Intensity Factor

The Intensity FactorTM for the current activity.

Lap Balance

The average left/right power balance for the current lap.

Lap Left Peak Power Phase The average power phase peak angle for the left leg for the current lap.

Lap Left Power Phase

The average power phase angle for the left leg for the current lap.

Lap Normalized Power

The average Normalized PowerTM for the current lap.

Lap Platform Center Offset The average platform center offset for the current lap.

Lap Power

The average power output for the current lap.

Lap Right Peak Power Phase

The average power phase peak angle for the right leg for the current lap.

Lap Right Power Phase

The average power phase angle for the right leg for the current lap.

Last Lap Max. Power

The top power output for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Normalized Power The average Normalized Power for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Power

The average power output for the last completed lap.

Left Peak Power Phase

The current power phase peak angle for the left leg. Power phase peak is the angle range over which the rider produces the peak portion of the driving force.

Left Power Phase

The current power phase angle for the left leg. Power phase is the pedal stroke region where positive power is produced.

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Name Maximum Lap Power Maximum Power Normalized Power Pedal Smoothness
Platform Center Offset
Power Power to Weight Power Zone Right Peak Power Phase
Right Power Phase Time in Zone Time Seated Time Seated Lap Time Standing Time Standing Lap Training Stress Score Torque Efficiency Work

Description
The top power output for the current lap. The top power output for the current activity. The Normalized Power for the current activity. The measurement of how evenly a rider is applying force to the pedals throughout each pedal stroke. The platform center offset. Platform center offset is the location on the pedal platform where force is applied. The current power output in watts. For skiing activities, your device must be connected to a compatible heart rate monitor. The current power measured in watts per kilogram. The current range of power output based on your FTP or custom settings. The current power phase peak angle for the right leg. Power phase peak is the angle range over which the rider produces the peak portion of the driving force. The current power phase angle for the right leg. Power phase is the pedal stroke region where positive power is produced. The time elapsed in each power zone. The time spent seated while pedaling for the current activity. The time spent seated while pedaling for the current lap. The time spent standing while pedaling for the current activity. The time spent standing while pedaling for the current lap. The Training Stress ScoreTM for the current activity. The measurement of how efficiently a rider is pedaling. The accumulated work performed (power output) in kilojoules.

Rest Fields Name Repeat On Rest Timer

Description The timer for the last interval plus the current rest (pool swimming). The timer for the current rest (pool swimming).

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Run Dynamics

Name

Description

Average GCT Balance

The average ground contact time balance for the current session.

Average Ground Contact Time

The average amount of ground contact time for the current activity.

Average Stride Length

The average stride length for the current session.

Average Vertical Oscilla tion

The average amount of vertical oscillation for the current activity.

Average Vertical Ratio

The average ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length for the current session.

GCT Balance

The left/right balance of ground contact time while running.

Ground Contact Time

The amount of time in each step that you spend on the ground while running, measured in milliseconds. Ground contact time is not calculated while walking.

Lap GCT Balance

The average ground contact time balance for the current lap.

Lap Ground Contact Time The average amount of ground contact time for the current lap.

Lap Stride Length

The average stride length for the current lap.

Lap Vertical Oscillation The average amount of vertical oscillation for the current lap.

Lap Vertical Ratio

The average ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length for the current lap.

Stride Length

The length of your stride from one footfall to the next, measured in meters.

Vertical Oscillation

The amount of bounce while you are running. The vertical motion of your torso, measured in centimeters for each step.

Vertical Ratio

The ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length.

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Speed Fields

Name

Description

Average Moving Speed The average speed when moving for the current activity.

Average Overall Speed

The average speed for the current activity, including both moving and stopped speeds.

Average Speed

The average speed for the current activity.

Avg. Nautical SOG

The average speed of travel in knots for the current activity, regardless of the course steered and temporary variations in heading.

Average Nautical Speed The average speed in knots for the current activity.

Avg. SOG

The average speed of travel for the current activity, regardless of the course steered and temporary variations in heading.

Lap SOG

The average speed of travel for the current lap, regardless of the course steered and temporary variations in heading.

Lap Speed

The average speed for the current lap.

Last Lap SOG

The average speed of travel for the last completed lap, regardless of the course steered and temporary variations in heading.

Last Lap Speed

The average speed for the last completed lap.

Maximum SOG

The maximum speed of travel for the current activity, regardless of the course steered and temporary variations in heading.

Maximum Speed

The top speed for the current activity.

Max. Nautical SOG

The maximum speed of travel in knots for the current activity, regardless of the course steered and temporary variations in heading.

Maximum Nautical Speed

The maximum speed in knots for the current activity.

Nautical SOG

The actual speed of travel in knots, regardless of the course steered and temporary variations in heading.

Nautical Speed

The current speed in knots.

Speed

The current rate of travel.

Speed Over Ground

The actual speed of travel, regardless of the course steered and temporary varia tions in heading.

Vertical Speed

The rate of ascent or descent over time.

Stamina Fields Name Current Distance Remaining Potential Time Remaining

Description The current remaining stamina. The current stamina distance remaining at the current effort. The remaining potential stamina. The current stamina time remaining at the current effort.

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Stroke Fields

Name

Description

Average Distance Per Stroke Swimming. The average distance traveled per stroke during the current activity.

Average Distance Per Stroke

Paddle sports. The average distance traveled per stroke during the current activity.

Average Stroke Rate

Paddle sports. The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the current activity.

Average Strokes Per Length The average number of strokes per pool length during the current activity.

Distance Per Stroke

Paddle sports. The distance traveled per stroke.

Interval Stroke Rate

The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the current interval.

Interval Strokes Per Length The average number of strokes per pool length during the current interval.

Interval Stroke Type

The current stroke type for the interval.

Lap Distance Per Stroke

Swimming. The average distance traveled per stroke during the current lap.

Lap Distance Per Stroke

Paddle sports. The average distance traveled per stroke during the current lap.

Lap Stroke Rate

Swimming. The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the current lap.

Lap Stroke Rate

Paddle sports. The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the current lap.

Lap Strokes

Swimming. The total number of strokes for the current lap.

Lap Strokes

Paddle sports. The total number of strokes for the current lap.

Last Lap Distance Per Stroke

References

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Product Information

Specifications:

Product Usage Instructions

Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings

Setting an Abnormal Heart Rate Alert

Broadcasting Heart Rate Data

Getting Pulse Oximeter Readings

Setting the Pulse Oximeter Mode

Setting the Compass Heading

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Can the wrist heart rate monitor be disabled?

Q: Does the abnormal heart rate alert replace medical

Q: How can I stop broadcasting my heart rate data?

Q: How should I position my arm to get accurate pulse oximeter

Q: Does turning on All Day mode for pulse oximeter decrease

Q: How can I customize the compass settings?

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