GARMIN vívofit jr. Tracker Owner’s Manual

GARMIN vívofit jr. Tracker

Introduction

Using the Device

•  Press the key À to scroll through device features and menu options.
•  Hold the key for 1 second to view the menu.
•  Hold the key for 1 second to select menu options.
•  Hold the key for less than 1 second to turn on the backlight. The backlight turns off automatically

Pairing with Your Smartphone
Before you can pair your vívofit jr. device with a smartphone, at least one parent must have a Garmin Connect™ account (Garmin Connect, page 1). Your device must be paired directly through the vívofit jr. app, instead of from the Bluetooth® settings on your smartphone.

1.  From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the vívofit jr. app.
2.  Log on using your Garmin Connect username and password.
3.  Follow the instructions in the app to set up your family and add each child.
4.  On the vívofit jr. device, press the key until appears. The device enters pairing mode.

Follow the instructions in the app to complete the setup process.NOTE: You can pair up to three mobile devices, such as a tablet or another parent’s smartphone (Pairing Multiple

vívofit jr. App
The free vívofit jr. app lets you track your children’s daily activity and chore progress. Activity tracking: This allows you to track your children’s daily steps and active minutes.Chore progress: Allows you to create and manage chores, award coins for chore completion, and redeem coins for custom rewards. Adventure trail: This allows you to track your children’s progress each day they reach the 60-minute activity goal, revealing new animals and fun facts.Family challenges: This allows you to track steps for the whole family when you pair a compatible Garmin® activity tracker with each parent’s account. Settings: This allows you to customize your device and user settings, including alert tones, icons, profile pictures, and more.

Garmin Connect
At least one parent must have a Garmin Connect account to use the vívofit jr. app. To sign up for a free account, go to www.garminconnect.com/start. Your Garmin Connect account gives you the tools to track, analyze, share, and encourage eachother. Record the events of your active lifestyle and participate in family challenges by connecting a compatible activity tracker with your Garmin Connect account.
Icons
Icons represent the device features. You can press the key to scroll through the features.

__| The current date. The device updates the time and date when you send data to your smartphone.
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| The total number of steps taken for the day.

| The total number of active minutes for the day and progress toward the 60-minute activity goal.
| The number of chores completed and assigned for the day.
| The total number of coins earned.

Activity Goal

To improve children’s health, organizations such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day. This can include moderate intensity activity, such as brisk walking, or vigorous-intensity activity, such as running. The device encourages children to be active by displaying their progress toward the 60-minute daily goal.

Chore Progress

You can use the vívofit jr. app to create and assign chores, as well as update your children’s chore progress. When your vívofit jr. device is connected to a smartphone, the device displays the updated number of chores completed À and assigned Á for the day.

Coins Earned

You can use the vívofit jr. app to award coins for chore completion. When your vívofit jr. device is connected to a smartphone, the device displays the updated number of coins earned À.

| Pairs your device and sends data to your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone.
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| Displays task timer options.
| Starts the stopwatch.
| Displays device information.
| Returns to the previous screen.

Using the Task Timer

You can use your device to start a countdown timer.

• Hold the key to view the
• Hold.
• Press the key to scroll through the task timer
• Hold the key to select and start a

The device beeps, the timer begins counting down, and the device sends a notification to the nearest paired smartphone. When 3 seconds remain, the device beeps until the time expires.

TIP: You can hold the key to stop the timer.

Task Timer Options

Your device comes preloaded with task timers that can be used for common activities. For example, you can use the two minute timer for brushing your teeth or any other task that takes two minutes. Each task is timed for a preset number of minutes.

Using the Stopwatch

1.  Hold the key to view the menu.
2.  Hold.
3.  Press to start the timer.
4.  Press to stop the timer.
5.  If necessary, press to reset the timer.
6.  Hold the key to exit the timer

Move Bar
Sitting for prolonged periods of time can trigger undesirable metabolic state changes. The move bar reminds you to keep moving. After one hour of inactivity, the move bar À appears. Additional segments Á appear after every 15 minutes of inactivity.

Sleep Tracking

While you are sleeping, the device monitors your movement. You can set your normal sleep hours in the vívofit jr. app settings. You can view your sleep statistics in the vívofit jr. app.
Your device keeps track of your daily activity and sleep statistics. This history can be sent to the vívofit jr. app. Your device stores your activity data for up to 4 weeks. When the data storage is full, the device deletes the oldest files to make room for new data.Sending Data Manually to Your Smartphone Your device periodically sends data automatically to the nearestpaired Bluetooth device. You can also manually send data at any time. This allows you to view activities, chores, and coins in the vívofit jr. app.

1.  Bring the device near your smartphone.
2.  Open the vívofit jr. app.
3.  On the vívofit jr. device, hold the key to view the menu.
4.  Hold . appears, and the red move bar is in motion while the device is sending data.
5.  On your smartphone, swipe down to refresh the app.

Customizing Your Device

vívofit jr. App Settings
You can customize your device, user, and app settings in the vívofit jr. app. From the vívofit jr. app, select . Children and device settings: Allows you to add children, pair additional devices, and customize device settings. Forexample, you can turn on or off alert tones, change the steps icon, and customize the child’s display name. Family settings: Allows you to customize your family settings. For example, you can edit your family name, invite additional parents or guardians, and set administrative privileges.App settings: Allows you to customize app settings. For example, you can reset your passcode and set notification preferences.

Specifications

Software Update
When a software update is available, your device automatically downloads the update when you send data to your smartphone (Sending Data Manually to Your Smartphone, page 2). A progress bar appears during the update process. When the update is complete, your device restarts.

Device Care

1. Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can degrade the life of the product.
2. Avoid pressing the keys underwater.
3. Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
4. Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes.
5. Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to chlorine, saltwater, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can damage the case.
6. Do not place in high-temperature environments, such as a clothes dryer.
7. Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage.

Cleaning the Device

1. Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
2. Wipe it dry.
   After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
   TIP: For more information, go to www.garmin.com/fitandcare

User-Replaceable Batteries

Replacing the Battery
The device uses one CR1632 battery.

1.  Remove the device from the band.
2.  Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws on the back of the device.
3.  Remove the rear case and battery.
4.  Insert the new battery with the negative side facing the inside of the front cover.
5.  Verify the gasket is not damaged and that it is fully seated in the rear case.
6.  Replace the rear case and the four screws.
7. Tighten the four screws equally and firmly.
8.  Insert the device into the flexible silicone band by stretching the band material around the device. The arrow on the device must be aligned with the arrow inside the band.

Band Replacement
The band is designed to fit most children ages 4 to 9. If the band is too small, you can contact Garmin customer support for information about optional accessories and replacement parts. The removable device is compatible with vívofit 3 bands. Replacing the Band Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories.

1.  Remove the device from the band.
2.  Insert the device into the flexible silicone band by stretching the band material around the device. The arrow on the device must be aligned with the arrow inside the band.

Troubleshooting

My step count does not seem accurate If your step count does not seem accurate, you can try these tips.

•  Wear the device on your non-dominant wrist.

•  Carry the device in your pocket when actively using your hands or arms only.
  NOTE: The device may interpret some repetitive motions, such as clapping your hands or brushing your teeth, as steps.
  My device does not display the correct time

• The device updates the time and date when you send data to your smartphone. You should manually send data to your smartphone to receive the correct time when you change time zones, and to update for daylight saving time.

  •  Confirm that your smartphone or mobile device displays the correct local time.

  •  Send data to your smartphone (Sending Data Manually to Your Smartphone, page 2). The time and date are updated automatically.
    Is my smartphone compatible with my device?

  • The vívofit jr. device is compatible with smartphones using Bluetooth Smart wireless technology. Go to www.garmin.com/ble for compatibility information. Pairing Multiple Mobile DevicesAfter you complete the initial setup (Pairing with Your Smartphone, page

•  you can pair your vívofit jr. device with up to two additional mobile devices, such as a tablet or another parent’s smartphone.

  •  From the app store on your smartphone or tablet, install and open the vívofit jr. app.
  •  Log on using your Garmin Connect username and password.
  •  Follow the instructions in the app to join an existing family.
  •  Bring your mobile device within 3 m (10 ft.) of your vívofit jr. device.

• NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other mobile devices while pairing.

  •  If necessary, turn off Bluetooth wireless technology on previously paired mobile devices.
  •  On the vívofit jr. device, hold the key to view the menu.
  •  Hold to enter pairing mode.
  •  Follow the instructions in the app to complete the pairing process.
  •  If necessary, repeat steps 1 through 8 for each additional mobile device.

How do I pair an additional device with the vívofit jr. app?
If you have already paired a device with the vívofit jr. app, you can add a new device from the app menu. You can pair up to eight devices.

1.  Open the vívofit jr. app.

2.  Select.

3.  Follow the on-screen instructions.
   Resetting the Device
   If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it. This does not erase any of your data. NOTE: Resetting the device also resets the move bar.

4. Hold the device key for 10 seconds until the screen turns off.

5.  Release the device key. The device resets, and the screen turns on. My device won’t turn on If your device no longer turns on, you may need to replace the batteries.

Appendix

• Getting More Information
• Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.
•  Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter.
•  Go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and replacement parts.

Software License Agreement

BY USING THE DEVICE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.
Garmin Ltd. and its subsidiaries (“Garmin”) grant you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in the binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin and/or its third-party providers.
You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Garmin and/or its third- party providers and is protected under the United States of America copyright laws and international copyright treaties. You further acknowledge that the structure, organization, and code of the Software, for which source code is not provided, are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and/or its third-party providers and that the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin and/or its third-party providers. You agree not to decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse engineer, or reduce to human- readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works based on the Software. You agree not to export or re-export the Software to any country in violation of the export control laws of the United States of America or the export control laws of any other applicable country.www.garmin.com/support

References

• Garmin International | Home
• dtsc.ca.gov
• Garmin International | Home
• Garmin Connect App Compatibility Requirements | Garmin Support
• Watch Wear and Care Tips | Garmin
• All Sport and Fitness Devices | Garmin
• Garmin Customer Support
• Garmin International | Home
• Water Rating Definitions | Garmin
• Garmin Connect |

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