GARMIN 010-01995-10 VÍVOSMART 4 Activity and Fitness Tracker Owner’s Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Garmin

Table of Contents

Introduction
Widgets
Bluetooth Connected Features
Clock
Training
Garmin Connect
Customizing Your Device
Device Information
Troubleshooting
Appendix
References
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010-01995-10 VÍVOSMART 4 Activity and Fitness Tracker
Owner’s Manual

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Introduction

WARNING
See an Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program.

Turning On and Setting Up the Device
Before you can use your device, you must plug it into a power source to turn it on.
To use the vívosmart 4 devices, you must set it up using a smartphone or computer. When using a smartphone, the device must be paired directly through the Garmin Connect™ Mobile app, instead of from the Bluetooth® settings on your smartphone.

From the app store on your smartphone, install the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
Pinch the sides of the charging clip À to open the arms on the clip.
Align the clip with the contacts Á, and release the arms of the clip.
Plug the USB cable into a power source to turn on the device (Charging the Device, page 9). Hello! appears when the device turns on.
Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect account:
• If this is the first device you have paired with the Garmin Connect Mobile app, follow the on-screen instructions.
• If you have already paired another device with the Garmin Connect Mobile app, from the or … menu, select Garmin Devices > Add Device, and follow the on-screen instructions.

After you pair successfully, a message appears, and your device syncs automatically with your smartphone.

Wearing the Device

Wear the device above your wrist bone.
NOTE: The device should be snug but comfortable. For more accurate heart rate readings on the vívosmart device, it should not move while running or exercising.
For more accurate pulse oximeter readings on the vívosmart device, you should remain motionless.
NOTE: The optical sensor is located on the back of the device.
• See Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data, page 10 for more information about wrist-based heart rate.
• See Tips for Erratic Pulse Oximeter Data, page 10 for more information about the pulse oximeter sensor.
• For more information about accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy.

Using the Device

Double-tap| Double-tap the touchscreen 1 to wake the device.
NOTE: The screen turns off when not in use. When the screen is off, the device is still active and recording data.
During a timed activity, double-tap the touchscreen to start and stop the timer.
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Wrist gesture| Rotate and lift your wrist toward your body to turn the screen on. Rotate your wrist away from your body to turn the screen off.
Press| Press 2 to open and close the menu from the main watch face.
Press to return to the previous screen.
Swipe| Swipe the touchscreen up or down to scroll through widgets and menu options.
Tap| Tap the touchscreen to make a selection.

Menu Options
You can press to view the menu.
TIP: Swipe to scroll through the menu options.

| Displays the timed activity options.
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| Displays the heart rate features.
| Displays the timer, stopwatch, and alarm options.
| Displays options for your Bluetooth paired smartphone.
| Displays the device settings.

Viewing Battery Power
You can view the remaining battery power on your device.
Hold the time and date screen for a few seconds.
The remaining battery power appears as an image.

Widgets

Your device comes preloaded with widgets that provide at-a-glance information.
You can swipe the touchscreen to scroll through the widgets.
Some widgets require a paired smartphone.
NOTE: You can use the Garmin Connect Mobile app to select the watch face and add or remove widgets, such as music controls for your smartphone (Customizing Activity Options, page 8).

Time and date| The current time and date. The device updates the time and date when you sync your device with a smartphone or computer.
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| The total number of steps taken and your goal for the day. The device learns and proposes a new step goal for you each day.
| The total number of floors climbed and your goal for the day.
| Your intensity minutes total and goal for the week.
| The number of total calories burned for the day, including both active and resting calories.
| The distance traveled in kilometers or miles for the day.
VIRB| Controls for a paired VIRB action camera (sold separately).
| Controls for the music player on your smartphone.
| The current temperature and weather forecast from a paired smartphone.
| Notifications from your smartphone, including calls, texts, social-network updates, and more, are based on your smartphone notification settings.
| A custom message that you create on the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
| Your current heart rate is in beats per minute (bpm) and seven-day average resting heart rate.
| Your current stress level. The device measures your heart rate variability while you are inactive to estimate your stress level. A lower number indicates a lower stress level.
| Your current Body Battery’s energy level. The device calculates your current energy reserves based on sleep, stress, and activity data. A higher number indicates a higher energy reserve.

NOTE: After a brief timeout, the move bar is replaced by your step goal for the day.

Additional segments Á appear after every 15 minutes of inactivity.
NOTE: You can reset the move bar by walking a short distance.

Viewing the Heart Rate Widget
The heart rate widget displays your current heart rate in beats per minute (bpm). For more information on heart rate accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy.
Swipe to view the heart rate widget.
The widget shows your current heart rate À and your resting heart rate Á (About Heart Rate Zones, page 11).

Intensity Minutes
To improve your health, organizations such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Heart Association®, and 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 device 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). You can work toward achieving your weekly intensity minutes goal by participating in at least 10 consecutive minutes of moderate to vigorous-intensity activities. The device adds the number of moderate activity minutes with the number of vigorous activity minutes. Your total vigorous-intensity minutes are doubled when added.

Earning Intensity Minutes
Your vívosmart 4 device calculates intensity minutes by comparing your heart rate data to your average resting heart rate. If heart rate is turned off, the device calculates moderate-intensity minutes by analyzing your steps per minute.

Start a timed activity for the most accurate calculation of intensity minutes.
Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate or vigorous intensity level.
Wear your device all day and night for the most accurate resting heart rate.

Improving Calorie Accuracy
The device displays an estimate of your total calories burned for the current day. You can improve the accuracy of this estimate by walking briskly for up to 15 minutes.

Swipe to view the calories screen.
Select .
NOTE: appears when calories need to be calibrated. This calibration process only needs to be completed once. If you have already recorded a timed walk or run, may not appear.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

Heart Rate Variability and Stress Level
Your device analyzes your heart rate variability while you are inactive to determine your overall stress. Training, physical activity, sleep, nutrition, and general life stress all impact your stress level. The stress level range is from 0 to 100, where 0 to 25 is a resting state, 26 to 50 is low stress, 51 to 75 is medium stress, and 76 to 100 is a high-stress state. Knowing your stress level can help you identify stressful moments throughout your day. For best results, you should wear the device while sleeping.
You can sync your device with your Garmin Connect account to view your all-day stress level, long-term trends, and additional details.

Using the Relaxation Timer
You can use the relaxation timer to perform a guided breathing exercise.

Swipe to view the stress level widget.
Tap the touchscreen.
Select to start the relaxation timer.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
The device vibrates, signaling you to breathe in or out (Setting the Vibration Level, page 7).

Your updated stress level appears when the relaxation timer ends.

Body Battery
Your device analyzes your heart rate variability, stress level, sleep quality, and activity data to determine your overall Body Battery level. Like a gas gauge on a car, it indicates your amount of available reserve energy À. The Body Battery level range is from 0 to 100, where 0 to 25 is low reserve energy, 26 to 50 is medium reserve energy, 51 to 75 is high reserve energy, and 76 to 100 is very high reserve energy.
Your device also displays a trending arrow indicating if your energy reserve is increasing, decreasing, or holding steady Á.

You can sync your device with your Garmin Connect account to view your most up-to-date Body Battery level, long-term trends, and additional details (Tips for Improved Body Battery Data, page 10).

Sleep Tracking
While you are sleeping, the device 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 levels, and sleep movement. 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 (Using Do Not Disturb Mode, page 7).

VIRB Remote
The VIRB remote function allows you to control your VIRB action camera using your device. Go to www.garmin.com/VIRB to purchase a VIRB action camera.

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. You must also enable the VIRB screen on your vívosmart 4 devices (Customizing Activity Options, page 8).

Turn on your VIRB camera.
On your vívosmart 4 devices, swipe to view the VIRB screen.
Wait while the device connects to your VIRB camera.
Select an option:
• To record video, select
The video counter appears on the vívosmart 4 devices.
• To stop recording video, select
• To take a photo, select

Bluetooth Connected Features

The vívosmart 4 device has several Bluetooth-connected features for your compatible smartphone using the Garmin Connect Mobile app.

Notifications: Alerts you to notifications from your smartphone, including calls, texts, social-network updates, and more, based on your smartphone notification settings.
Weather updates: Displays the current temperature and weather forecast from your smartphone.
Music controls: This allows you to control the music player on your smartphone.
Find my phone: Locates your lost smartphone that is paired with your vívosmart device and is currently within range.
Find my device: Locates your lost vívosmart device that is paired with your smartphone and currently within range.
Activity uploads: Automatically sends your activity to the Garmin Connect Mobile app as soon as you open the app.
Software updates: Your device wirelessly downloads and installs the latest software update.

Viewing Notifications
When your device is paired with the Garmin Connect Mobile app, you can view notifications from your smartphone on your devices, such as text messages and emails.

Swipe to view the notifications widget.
Select View.
The most recent notification appears in the center of the touchscreen.
Tap the touchscreen to select the notification.
TIP: Swipe to view older notifications.
The entire message scrolls on the device.
Tap the touchscreen and select to dismiss the notification.

Managing Notifications
You can use your compatible smartphone to manage notifications that appear on your vívosmart 4 devices.

Select an option:

If you are using an Apple® smartphone, use the notifications settings on your smartphone to select the items to show on the device.
If you are using a smartphone with Android™, from the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select Settings > Smart Notifications.

Viewing Incoming Calls
When your device is paired with the Garmin Connect Mobile app, you can view incoming calls from your smartphone on your device.
When an incoming call appears on your device, select an option:

NOTE: Available options vary based on your smartphone.

Tap the touchscreen and select to accept the call on your smartphone.
Tap the touchscreen and select to decline the call.
Select to dismiss the notification.
Select, if you have a smartphone with Android, to send an automatic reply to the caller.

Locating a Lost Smartphone
You can use this feature to help locate a lost smartphone that is paired using Bluetooth wireless technology and currently within range.

Press to view the menu.
Select
The vívosmart 4 device searches for your paired smartphone.
An audible alert sounds on your smartphone, and the Bluetooth signal strength appears on the device screen. The Bluetooth signal strength increases as you move closer to your smartphone.

Music Controls
The music control widget allows you to control music on your smartphone using your vívosmart 4 devices. The widget controls the currently active or most recently active media player app on your smartphone. If no media player is active, the widget does not display track information, and you must start playback from your phone.

Clock

Using the Stopwatch

Press to views the menu.
Select
Double-tap the touchscreen to start the timer.
Double-tap the touchscreen to stop the timer.
If necessary, select to reset the timer.

Starting the Countdown Timer

Press to view the menu.
Select
Swipe to set the timer.
Tap the center of the touchscreen to select the time and move to the next screen.
Double-tap the touchscreen to start the timer.
If necessary, double-tap the touchscreen to pause and resume the timer.
If necessary, select to reset the timer.

Using the Alarm Clock

Set alarm clock times and frequencies on your Garmin Connect account (Sound and Alert Settings, page 8).
Press to view the menu.
Select > .
Swipe to scroll through the alarms.
Select an alarm to turn it on or off.
When the alarm is turned on, appears on the time and date widget.

Training

Recording a Timed Activity
You can record a timed activity, which can be saved and sent to your Garmin Connect account.

Press to view the menu.
Select .
Swipe to scroll through the activity list, and select an option:
• Select for walking.
• Select for running.
• Select for strength training.
• Select for cardio activity.
• Select for an elliptical trainer activity.
• Select for a Toe-to-Toe™ step challenge.
• Select for pool swimming.
• Select for a yoga activity.
• Select for a stair stepper activity.
• Select for other activity types.
NOTE: You can use the Garmin Connect Mobile app to add or remove timed activities (Customizing Activity Options, page 8).
Double-tap the touchscreen to start the timer.
Start your activity.
TIP: You can double-tap the touchscreen to stop and resume the timer.
Tap to view additional data screens, which appear at the top of the touchscreen.
After you complete your activity, double-tap the touchscreen to stop the timer.
Select an option:
• Select to save the activity.
• Select to delete the activity.
• Select to resume the activity.

Recording a Strength Training Activity
You can record sets during a strength-training activity. A set is multiple repetitions (reps) of a single move.

Press to view the menu.
Select > .
Swipe to set up rep counting.
Select Rep Counting.
Tap the touchscreen to turn rep counting on.
Press to return to the activity timer screen.
Double-tap the touchscreen to start the activity timer.
Start your first set.
The device counts your reps and displays your current heart rate and rep count (Customizing Data Fields, page 8).
Press
to finish a set.
A rest timer appears.
During a rest, select an option:
• To view additional data screens, tap the top of the touchscreen.
• To edit your rep count, tap .
• To view the time and date or music controls widgets, swipe up or down.
• To pause the activity, double-tap the touchscreen.
Press to begin the next set.
Repeat steps 8 through 10 until your activity is complete.
After you complete your activity, double-tap the touchscreen to stop the timer.
Select an option:
• Select to save the activity.
• Select to delete the activity.
• Select to resume the activity.

Tips for Recording Strength Training Activities

Do not look at the device while performing reps.
You should interact with the device at the beginning and end of each set and during rests.
Focus on your form while performing reps.
Perform bodyweight or free weight exercises.
Perform reps with a consistent, wide range of motion.
Each rep is counted when the arm wearing the device returns to the starting position.
NOTE: Leg exercises may not be counted.
Turn on automatic set detection to start and stop your sets.
Save and send your strength training activity to your Garmin Connect account.
You can use the tools in your Garmin Connect account to view and edit activity details.

Recording a Swim Activity
NOTE: Heart rate is not available while swimming.

Press to view the menu.
Select > .
Select a Pool Size.
Select your Skill Level.
Double-tap the touchscreen to start the activity timer.
The device records activity data only while the activity timer is running.
Start your activity.
The device automatically records swim intervals, or pool lengths, displaying them at the top of the touchscreen.
After you complete your activity, double-tap the touchscreen to stop the timer.
If necessary, select to edit the number of lengths.
Press .
Select an option:
• Select to edit the number of lengths.
• Select to save the activity.
• Select to delete the activity.
• Select to resume the activity.

Tips for Recording Swim Activities

Start the timer before entering the pool.
For best results, do not switch stroke types during a swim activity.
Dry off the display before editing the number of lengths.
Edit the number of lengths so the device can more accurately count your lengths in the future.
If you don’t need to edit the number of pool lengths, wait until the autosave timer begins automatically at the end of a timed swim.

Starting a Toe-to-Toe Challenge
You can start a 2-minute, Toe-to-Toe challenge with a friend who has a compatible device.

Press to view the menu.
Select > to challenge another player in range (3 m).
NOTE: Both players must start a challenge on their devices.
If the device cannot find any players within 30 seconds, the challenge times out.
Tap the player’s name.
Double-tap the touchscreen to start the activity timer.
The device counts down for 3 seconds before the timer starts.
Get steps for 2 minutes.
When 3 seconds remain, the device buzzes until the time expires.
Bring the devices in range (3 m).

The devices display the steps for each player and first or second place.
Players can tap to start another challenge or exit the menu.

Heart Rate Features
The vívosmart device has a heart rate menu, enabling you to view wrist-based heart rate data.

| Monitors the saturation of oxygen in your blood. Knowing your oxygen saturation can help you determine how your body is adapting to exercise and stress.
NOTE: The pulse oximeter sensor is located on the back of the device.
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| Displays your current VO2 max., which is an indication of athletic performance and should increase as your level of fitness improves.
| Broadcasts your current heart rate to a paired Garmin device.

Pulse Oximeter
The vívosmart device has a wrist-based pulse oximeter to gauge the saturation of oxygen in your blood. Knowing your oxygen saturation can help you determine how your body is adapting to exercise and stress. Your device gauges your blood oxygen level by shining light into the skin and checking how much light is absorbed. This is referred to as SpO2.
On the device, your pulse oximeter readings appear as a SpO2 percentage. On your Garmin Connect account, you can view additional details about your pulse oximeter readings, including trends over multiple days (Activating Pulse Oximeter Sleep Tracking, page 6). For more information on pulse oximeter accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy.

Getting Pulse Oximeter Readings
You can manually begin a pulse oximeter reading on your device at any time. The accuracy of these readings can vary based on your blood flow, the device placement on your wrist, and your stillness.

Wear the device above your wrist bone.
The device should be snug but comfortable.
Press to view the menu.
Select > .
Hold the arm wearing the device at heart level while the device reads your blood oxygen saturation.
Keep still.
The device displays your oxygen saturation as a percentage.

NOTE: You can customize the pulse oximeter settings in your Garmin Connect account (Activity Tracking Settings, page 8).

Activating Pulse Oximeter Sleep Tracking
You can set your device to continuously measure your blood oxygen level, or SpO2, while you sleep (Tips for Erratic Pulse Oximeter Data, page 10).

From the settings menu in the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select Garmin Devices.
Select your device.
Select Activity Tracking > Pulse Ox.
Select Pulse Ox Sleep Tracking.
NOTE: Unusual sleep positions could cause abnormally low sleep-time SpO2 readings.

Broadcasting Heart Rate Data to Garmin Devices
You can broadcast your heart rate data from your vívosmart 4 devices and view it on paired Garmin devices. For example, you can broadcast your heart rate data to an Edge® device while cycling, or to a VIRB action camera during an activity.
NOTE: Broadcasting heart rate data decreases battery life.

Press to view the menu.
Select > > .
The vívosmart 4 device starts broadcasting your heart rate data.
NOTE: You can swipe to view the time and date widget while broadcasting heart rate data.
Pair your vívosmart 4 devices with your Garmin ANT+® compatible device.
NOTE: The pairing instructions differ for each Garmin compatible device. See your owner’s manual.
Tap the heart rate monitoring screen and select to stop broadcasting your heart rate data.

About VO2 Max. Estimates
VO2 max. is the maximum volume of oxygen (in milliliters) you can consume per minute per kilogram of body weight at your maximum performance. In simple terms, VO2 max. is an indication of athletic performance and should increase as your level of fitness improves.
On the device, your VO2 max. the estimate appears as a number and description. On your Garmin Connect account, you can view additional details about your VO2 max. estimate, including your fitness age. Your fitness age gives you an idea of how your fitness compares with a person of the same gender and different age. As you exercise, your fitness age can decrease over time.
VO2 max. data is provided by FirstBeat. VO2 max. the analysis is provided with permission from The Cooper Institute®. For more information, see the appendix (VO2 Max. Standard Ratings, page 12), and go to www.CooperInstitute.org.

Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate
The device requires wrist-based heart rate data and a timed 15-minute brisk walk or run to display your VO2 max. estimate.

Press to view the menu.
Select > .
If you have already recorded a 15-minute brisk walk or run, your VO2 max. the estimate may appear. The device updates your VO2 max. estimate each time you complete a timed walk or run.
Follow the on-screen instructions to get your VO2 max. estimate.
A message appears when the test is complete.
To manually start a VO2 max. test to get an updated estimate, tap your current reading, and follow the instructions.
The device will update with your new VO2 max. estimate.

Garmin Connect

You can connect with your friends on your Garmin Connect account. 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, and more.
You can create your free Garmin Connect account when you pair your device with your phone using the Garmin Connect Mobile app, or you can go to connect.garmin.com.

Track your progress: You can track your daily steps, join a friendly competition with your connections, and meet your goals.
Store your activities: After you complete and save a timed activity with your device, 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, heart rate, calories burned, and customizable reports.

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 device and user settings on your Garmin Connect account.

Garmin Move IQ ™
When your movements match familiar exercise patterns, the Move IQ feature automatically detects the event and displays it in your timeline. The Move IQ events show activity type and duration, but they do not appear in your activities list or newsfeed.
The Move IQ feature can automatically start a timed activity for walking and running using the time thresholds you set in the Garmin Connect Mobile app. These activities are added to your activities list.

Syncing Your Data with the Garmin Connect Mobile App
Your device automatically syncs data with the Garmin Connect Mobile app each time you open the app. Your device periodically syncs data with the Garmin Connect Mobile app automatically. You can also manually sync your data at any time.

Bring the device near your smartphone.
Open the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
TIP: The app can be open or running in the background.
Press to views the menu.
Select > .
Wait while your data syncs.
View your current data in the Garmin Connect Mobile app.

Syncing Your Data with Your Computer
Before you can sync your data with the Garmin Connect application on your computer, you must install the GarminExpress™ application (Setting Up Garmin Express, page 7).

Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.
Open the Garmin Express application.
The device enters mass storage mode.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
View your data on your Garmin Connect account.

Setting Up Garmin Express

Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
Go to www.garmin.com/express.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

Customizing Your Device

Device Settings
You can customize some settings on your vívosmart 4 devices.
Additional settings can be customized on your Garmin Connect account.
Press to view the menu, and select .
: Turn do not disturb mode on and off (Using Do Not Disturb Mode, page 7).
: Sets the brightness level (Adjusting the Screen Brightness, page 7).
NOTE: A higher brightness level decreases battery life.
: Sets the vibration level (Setting the Vibration Level, page 7).
NOTE: A higher vibration level decreases battery life.
: Sets the heart rate mode and turns abnormal heart rate alerts on and off (Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings, page 7).
: Displays device information and allows you to reset the device (System Settings, page 7).

Using Do Not Disturb Mode
You can use do not disturb mode to turn off vibrations and the backlight for alerts and notifications. For example, you can use this mode while sleeping or watching a movie.
• To manually turn on or off do not disturb mode, press , select > .
• To automatically turn on do not disturb mode during your sleep hours, go to the device settings in the Garmin Connect Mobile app, and select Sounds & Alerts > Do Not Disturb During Sleep.

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

Press to view the menu.
Select > .
Select an option:
• To manually adjust the brightness, select a number between 1 and 7.
• To allow the device’s ambient light sensor to automatically adjust the brightness based on your environment, select Auto.
NOTE: The screen brightness affects battery life.

Setting the Vibration Level

Press to view the menu.
Select > .
Tap the screen to select the vibration level.
NOTE: A higher vibration level decreases battery life.

Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings
Press to view the menu, and select > .
Heart Rate Mode: This allows you to turn the wrist heart rate monitor on or off. You can use the Activity Only option to use the wrist
heart rate monitor only during timed activities.
Abnormal Heart Rate Alerts: This allows you to set the device to alert you when your heart rate exceeds a set threshold after a
period of inactivity (Sound and Alert Settings, page 8).

System Settings
Press to view the menu, and select > .
Software: Displays the software version.
Regulatory: Displays the regulatory information.
Reset: This allows you to delete user data and reset settings (Restoring All Default Settings, page 11).
Unit ID & Licenses: Displays the unit ID and license agreement information.

Bluetooth Settings
Press to view the menu, and select .
: Allows you to locate a lost smartphone that is paired using Bluetooth wireless technology and currently within range.
: Allows you to pair or sync your device with a compatible Bluetooth-enabled smartphone.
: Turns Bluetooth wireless technology on and off. This setting allows you to use Bluetooth-connected features using the Garmin Connect Mobile app, including notifications and activity uploads to Garmin Connect.

Garmin Connect Settings
You can customize your device settings, activity options, and user settings on your Garmin Connect account. Some settings can also be customized on your vívosmart 4 devices.

From the settings menu in the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select Garmin Devices and select your device.
From the devices widget in the Garmin Connect application, select your device, and select Device Settings.

After customizing settings, you must sync your data to apply the changes to your device (Syncing Your Data with the Garmin Connect Mobile App, page 7) (Syncing Your Data with Your Computer, page 7).

Appearance Settings
From your Garmin Connect device menu, select Appearance.
Widgets: This allows you to customize the widgets that appear on your device and reorder the widgets in the loop.
Home Widget: This allows you to set the widget that appears after a period of inactivity.
Custom Widget: This allows you to enter a custom message that appears in the widget loop.
Watch Face: This allows you to select the watch face.
Display Options: This allows you to customize your display.
Timeout: Sets the length of time before the backlight turns off.
NOTE: A longer timeout decreases battery life.
Gesture: Sets the backlight to turn on when you rotate your wrist toward your body to view the device.

Sound and Alert Settings
From your Garmin Connect device menu, select Sounds & Alerts.
Alarms: This allows you to set alarm clock times and frequencies for your device.
Phone Notifications: This allows you to enable and configure phone notifications from your compatible smartphone. You can filter notifications by During an Activity or Not During an Activity.
Abnormal Heart Rate Alert: This allows you to set the device to alert you when your heart rate exceeds a set threshold after a period of inactivity. You can set the Alert Threshold.
Relax Reminders: This allows you to set the device to alert you when your stress level is unusually high. The alert encourages you to take a moment to relax, and the device prompts you to begin a guided breathing exercise.
Bluetooth Connection Alert: This allows you to enable an alert informing you when your paired smartphone is no longer connected using Bluetooth wireless technology.
Do Not Disturb During Sleep: Sets the device to turn on do not disturb mode automatically during your sleep hours (User Settings, page 8).

Customizing Activity Options
You can select activities to display on your device.

From your Garmin Connect device menu, select Activity Options.
Select Edit.
Select the activities to display on your device.
NOTE: The walking and running activities cannot be removed.
If necessary, select an activity to customize its settings, such as alerts and data fields.

Marking Laps
You can set your device to use the Auto Lap® feature, which marks a lap automatically at every kilometer or mile. This feature is helpful for comparing your performance over different parts of an activity.
NOTE: The Auto Lap feature is not available for all activities.

From the settings menu in the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select Garmin Devices.
Select your device.
Select Activity Options.
Select an activity.
Select Auto Lap.

Customizing Data Fields
You can change the data field combinations for the pages that appear while the activity timer is running.
NOTE: You cannot customize Pool Swim.

From the settings menu in the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select Garmin Devices.
Select your device.
Select Activity Options.
Select an activity.
Select Data Fields.
Select a data field to change it.

Activity Tracking Settings
From your Garmin Connect device menu, select Activity Tracking.
Activity Tracking: Turns activity tracking features on and off.
Auto Activity Start: This allows your device to create and save timed activities automatically when the Move IQ feature detects you have been walking or running for a minimum time threshold. You can set the minimum time threshold for running and walking.
Custom Stride Length: This allows your device to more accurately calculate the distance traveled using your custom stride length. You can enter a known distance and the number of steps it takes to cover the distance, and Garmin Connect can calculate your step length.
Daily Floors Climbed: This allows you to enter a daily goal for the number of floors to climb.
Daily Steps: This allows you to enter your daily step goal. You can use the Auto Goal option to allow your device to determine your step goal automatically.
Move Alert: This allows your device to display a message and move the bar on the time of day screen when you have been inactive for too long. The device also beeps or vibrates if audible tones are turned on.
NOTE: This setting decreases battery life.
Move IQ: This allows you to turn on and off Move IQ events. The Move IQ feature automatically detects activity patterns, such as walking and running.
Pulse Ox Sleep Tracking: This allows your device to record up to four hours of pulse oximeter readings while you sleep.
Set as Preferred Activity Tracker: Sets this device to be your primary activity tracking device when more than one device is connected to the app.
Weekly Intensity Minutes: This allows you to enter a weekly goal for the number of minutes to participate in moderate to vigorous intensity activities. The device also allows you to set a heart rate zone for moderate-intensity minutes and a higher heart rate zone for vigorous-intensity minutes. You can also use the default algorithm.
User Settings
From your Garmin Connect device menu, select User Settings.
Personal Information: This allows you to enter your personal details, such as birth date, gender, height, and weight.
Sleep: This allows you to enter your normal sleep hours.
Heart Rate Zones: This allows you to estimate your maximum heart rate and determine custom heart rate zones.
General Settings
From your Garmin Connect device menu, select General.
Device Name: This allows you to set a name for the device.
Wrist-Worn On: This allows you to customize which wrist the device is worn on.
NOTE: This setting is used for strength training and gestures.
Auto Upload Activities: Enables or disables your device to automatically send your saved activities and daily activity tracking data to your Garmin Connect account.
Time Format: Sets the device to display time in a 12-hour or 24hour format.
Date Format: Sets the device to display the date in a month/day or day/month format.
Language: Sets the device language.
Units: Sets the device to display the distance traveled in kilometers or miles.

Device Information

Specifications

Battery type	Rechargeable, built-in lithium-polymer battery
Battery life	Up to 7 days
Operating temperature range	From -20° to 50°C (from -4° to 122°F)
Charging temperature range	From 0° to 45°C (from 32° to 113°F)
Wireless frequencies/ protocols	2.4 GHz @ 0 dBm nominal

•ANT+ wireless communications protocol
•Bluetooth wireless technology
Water rating| Swim*

*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m.
For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating.

Viewing Device Information
You can view the unit ID, software version, and regulatory information.

Press to view the menu.
Select > .
Swipe to view the information.

Charging the Device

WARNING
This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See an 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 in the appendix.

Pinch the sides of the charging clip À to open the arms on the clip.
Align the clip with the contacts Á, and release the arms of the clip.
Plug the USB cable into a power source.
Charge the device completely.

Tips for Charging Your Device

Connect the charger securely to the device to charge it using the USB cable (Charging the Device, page 9).
You can charge the device by plugging the USB cable into a Garmin-approved AC adapter with a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer.
View the remaining battery graphic on the device information screen (Viewing Battery Power, page 1).

Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can degrade the life of the product.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or damage may result.
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, saltwater, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can damage the case.
Do not place in high-temperature environments, such as a clothes dryer.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage.

Cleaning the Device
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.

Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
Wipe it dry.

After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
TIP: For more information, go to www.garmin.com/fitandcare.

Troubleshooting

Is my smartphone compatible with my device?
The vívosmart 4 device is compatible with smartphones using Bluetooth Smart wireless technology.
Go to www.garmin.com/ble for compatibility information.
My phone will not connect to the device

Bring the device within range of your smartphone.
If your devices are already paired, turn Bluetooth off on both devices and turn it back on.
If your devices are not paired, enable Bluetooth wireless technology on your smartphone.
On your smartphone, open the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select or … , and select Garmin Devices > Add Device to enter pairing mode.
On your device, press to view the menu, and swipe to select > to enter pairing mode.

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 device on your non-dominant wrist.
Carry the device in your pocket when pushing a stroller or lawnmower.
Carry the device in your pocket when actively using your hands or arms only.

NOTE: The device may interpret some repetitive motions, such as washing dishes, folding laundry, or clapping your hands, as steps.

The step counts on my device and my Garmin Connect accounts don’t match
The step counts on your Garmin Connect account updates when you synchronize your device.

Select an option:
• Synchronize your step count with the Garmin Connect application (Syncing Your Data with Your Computer, page 7).
• Synchronize your step count with the Garmin Connect Mobile app (Syncing Your Data with the Garmin Connect Mobile App, page 7).
Wait while the device synchronizes your data.
Synchronizing can take several minutes.
NOTE: Refreshing the Garmin Connect Mobile app or the Garmin Connect application does not synchronize your data or update your step count.

My stress level does not appear
Before the device can detect your stress level, wrist-based heart rate monitoring must be turned on.
The device samples your heart rate variability throughout the day during periods of inactivity to determine your stress level.
The device does not determine your stress level during timed activities.
If dashes appear instead of your stress level, be still, and wait while the device measures your heart rate variability.
My intensity minutes are flashing
When you exercise at an intensity level that qualifies toward your intensity minutes goal, the intensity minutes flash.
Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate or vigorous intensity level.
The floors climbed amount does not seem accurate
Your device uses an internal barometer to measure elevation changes as you climb floors. A floor climbed is equal to 3 m (10 ft.).

Locate the small barometer holes on the back of the device, near the charging contacts, and clean the area around the charging contacts.
The barometer performance may be affected if the barometerholes are obstructed. You can use canned air to clear obstructions. You can rinse the device with water to clean the area.
After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
Avoid holding handrails or skipping steps while climbing stairs.
In windy environments, cover the device with your sleeve or jacket as strong gusts can cause erratic readings.

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 device.
Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the device.
Avoid scratching the heart rate sensor on the back of the device.
Wear the device above your wrist bone. The device should be snug but comfortable.
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 device with fresh water after each workout.

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 device reads your blood oxygen saturation.
Wear the device above your wrist bone. The device should be snug but comfortable.
Hold the arm wearing the device at heart level while the device reads your blood oxygen saturation.
Clean and dry your arm before putting on the device.
Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the device.
Avoid scratching the optical sensor on the back of the device.
Rinse the device with fresh water after each workout.

Tips for Improved Body Battery Data

Your Body Battery level updates when you sync your device with your Garmin Connect account.
For more accurate results, wear the device while sleeping.
Rest and good sleep charge your Body Battery.
Strenuous activity, high stress, and poor sleep can cause your Body Battery to drain.
Food intake, as well as stimulants like caffeine, has no impact on your Body Battery.

My device does not display the correct time
The device updates the time and date when you sync your device to a computer or mobile device. You should sync your device to receive the correct time when you change time zones, and to update for daylight saving time.

Confirm that your computer or mobile device displays the correct local time.
Select an option:
• Sync your device to a computer (Syncing Your Data with Your Computer, page 7).
• Sync your device to a mobile device (Syncing Your Data with the Garmin Connect Mobile App, page 7).
The time and date are updated automatically.

My device is in the wrong language
You can change the device language selection if you have accidentally selected the wrong language on the device.

On your smartphone, open the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select or … , and select Garmin devices.
Select your device.
Select General > Language.
Select your language.
Sync your device.

Maximizing Battery Life

Decrease the screen brightness and timeout (Adjusting the Screen Brightness, page 7).
Turn off wrist gestures (Appearance Settings, page 8).
In your smartphone notification center settings, limit the notifications that appear on your vívosmart 4 devices (Managing Notifications, page 4).
Turn off smart notifications (Sound and Alert Settings, page 8).
Turn off Bluetooth wireless technology when you are not using connected features (Bluetooth Settings, page 7).
Turn off pulse oximeter sleep tracking (Activity Tracking Settings, page 8).
Stop broadcasting heart rate data to paired Garmin devices (Broadcasting Heart Rate Data to Garmin Devices, page 6).
Turn off wrist-based heart rate monitoring (Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Settings, page 7).

NOTE: Wrist-based heart rate monitoring is used to calculate vigorous- intensity minutes, VO2 max., stress level, and calories burned.

Restoring All Default Settings
You can restore all of the device settings back to the factory default values.

Press to view the menu.
Select > > Reset.
Select an option:
• To reset all of the device settings to the factory default values and save all user-entered information and activity history, select Reset Default Settings.
• To reset all of the device settings to the factory default values and delete all user-entered information and activity history, select Delete Data and Reset Settings.
An informational message scrolls in the device.
Press .
Select .

Product Updates
On your computer, install Garmin Express (www.garmin.com/express). On your smartphone, install the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices:

Software updates
Data uploads to Garmin Connect
Product registration

Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect Mobile
Before you can update your device software using the Garmin Connect Mobile app, you must have a Garmin Connect account, and you must pair the device with a compatible smartphone (Turning On and Setting Up the Device, page 1).
Sync your device with the Garmin Connect Mobile app (Syncing Your Data with the Garmin Connect Mobile App, page 7).
When new software is available, the Garmin Connect Mobile app automatically sends the update to your device. The update is applied when you are not actively using the device. When the update is complete, your device restarts.
Updating the Software Using Garmin Express
Before you can update your device software, you must download and install the Garmin Express application and add your device (Syncing Your Data with Your Computer, page 7).

Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.
When new software is available, the Garmin Express application sends it to your device.
After the Garmin Express application finishes sending the update, disconnect the device from your computer. Your device installs the update.

Getting More Information

Go to support.garmin.com for additional manuals, articles, and software updates.
Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.
Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter.
Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and replacement parts.
Go to www.garmin.com/ataccuracy.
This is not a medical device. The pulse oximeter feature is not available in all countries.

Appendix

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 11) 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.
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.
Heart Rate Zone Calculations

Zone| % of Maximum Heart Rate| Perceived Exertion| Benefits
---|---|---|---
1| 50-60%| Relaxed, easy pace, rhythmic breathing| Beginning-level aerobic training reduces stress
2| 60-70%| Comfortable pace, slightly deeper breathing, conversation possible| Basic cardiovascular training, good recovery pace
3| 70–80%| Moderate pace, more difficult to hold a conversation| Improved aerobic capacity, optimal cardiovascular training
4| 80–90%| The fast pace and a bit uncomfortable, breathing forcefully| Improved anaerobic capacity and threshold improved speed
5| 90–100%| Sprinting pace, unsustainable for a long period of time labored breathing| Anaerobic and muscular endurance, increased power

VO2 Max. Standard Ratings
These tables include standardized classifications for VO2 max. estimates by age and gender.

Males| Percentile| 20-29| 30-39| 40-49| 50-59| 60-69| 70-79
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Superior| 95| 55.| 54| 53.| 49.| 46.| 42.
Excellent| 80| 51.| 48.| 46.| 43.| 40.| 37.
Good| 60| 45.| 44| 42.| 39.| 36.| 32.
Fair| 40| 42.| 41.| 39.| 36.| 32.| 29.
Poor| 0-40| <41.7| <40.5| <38.5| <35.6| <32.3| <29.4
Females| Percentile| 20-29| 30-39| 40-49| 50-59| 60-69| 70-79
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Superior| 95| 50.| 47.| 45.| 41.| 38.| 37.
Excellent| 80| 44.| 42.| 40.| 37.| 33| 31.
Good| 60| 40.| 38.| 36.| 33| 30| 28.
Fair| 40| 36.| 34.| 33| 30.| 28.| 26.
Poor| 0-40| <36.1| <34.4| <33| <30.1| <27.5| <25.9