GARMIN vívofit jr Owner’s Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Garmin

Table of Contents

Introduction
History
Customizing Your Device
Device Information
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Index
References
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GARMIN vívofit jr Owner's vívofit® jr.
Owner’s Manual

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Introduction

WARNING See the 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.
Using the Device

Press the key (1)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.

Pairing with Your Smartphone
Before you can pair your vívofit jr. device with a smartphone, at least one parent or guardian must have a Garmin ConnectTM 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.

From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the vívofit jr. app.
Log on using your Garmin Connect username and password.
Follow the instructions in the app to set up your family and add each child.
On the vívofit jr. device, hold the key until appears. The device enters pairing mode. 5 Follow the instructions in the app to complete the setup process.
NOTE: You can pair multiple mobile devices, such as a tablet or another parent’s smartphone (Pairing Multiple Mobile Devices, page 4).

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, active minutes, and sleep data.
Chore progress: This allows you to create and manage chores, award coins for chore completion, and redeem coins for custom rewards.
Adventure map: This allows you to view your children’s progress each day they reach the 60-minute activity goal, revealing adventures.
Leaderboard: This allows you to compare steps for the whole family and connections from your Garmin Connect community.
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 each other. 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 (1)and assigned (2)for the day.
GARMIN vívofit jr Owner's - iconaaa 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. (1)
Coins can be redeemed for rewards in the vívofit jr. app. You can use the app to create custom rewards and set the number of coins needed to redeem a reward. When you redeem coins in the app and connect your device to a smartphone, the device displays the updated coin total.
Menu Options
You can hold the key to view the menu and press the key to scroll through the options.

| 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 menu.
Hold.
Press the key to scroll through the task timer options.
Hold the key to select and start a timer.
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.

Icon	Duration	Example Activity
2 min.	Brushing teeth
5 min.	Sharing toys
10 min.	Finish eating
15 min.	Reading
20 min.	Lesson or practice
30 min.	Screen time

Using the Stopwatch

Hold the key to view the menu.
Hold.
Press to start the timer.
Press to stop the timer.
If necessary, press to reset the timer.
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 (1)appears. Additional segments (2)appear after every 15 minutes of inactivity.
You can reset the move bar by walking a short distance.

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.

History

Your device keeps track of your daily activity and sleeps 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 nearest paired 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.

Bring the device near your smartphone.
Open the vívofit jr. app.
On the vívofit jr. device, hold the key to view the menu.
Hold
appears, and the red move bar is in motion while the device is sending data.
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 More.
Family settings: This allows you to customize your family settings. For example, you can edit your family name or invite additional parents or guardians.
App settings: This allows you to customize app settings, enable Kid Mode, and view legal and regulatory information.
Help: Includes device care, videos, and other helpful information.

Device Information

Specifications

Battery type	User-replaceable CR1632 battery
Battery life	Up to 1 yr.
Operating temperature range	From -10º to 60ºC (from 14º to 140ºF)
Wireless frequency/protocol	2.4 GHz @ 3 dBm nominal
Water rating	5 ATM1

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 and appear on the vívofit jr. device during the update process. The update can take several minutes. You should keep the device near your smartphone during the update. When the update is complete, your device restarts.

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

Hold the key to view the menu.
Hold.

Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment because it can degrade the life of the product.
Avoid pressing the keys underwater.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes.
1 *The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating.
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

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. User-Replaceable Batteries

WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
Replacing the Battery The battery.

Remove the device from the band.
Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws on the back of the device.
Remove the rear case and battery.
Insert the new battery with the negative side facing the inside of the front cover.
Verify the gasket is not damaged and that it is fully seated in the rear case.
Replace the rear case and the four screws.
Tighten the four screws equally and firmly.
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, go to the help section of the vívofit jr. app, and follow the on-screen instructions to get a replacement band. You can contact Garmin®’s customer support for information about optional accessories and replacement parts. The removable device is compatible with vívofit 3 and vívofit jr. 2 bands.
Replacing the Band
Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories.

Remove the device from the band.
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.

Go to http://garmin.com/ataccuracy.
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

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 Devices
After you complete the initial setup (Pairing with Your Smartphone, page 1), 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 child and device from the kid menu. You can pair up to eight devices.
NOTE: Each child can pair with one device.

Open the vívofit jr. app.
Select.
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.

Hold the device key for 10 seconds until the screen turns off.
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.
Go to (Replacing the Battery, page 3).

Appendix

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.

Index

A
accessories4 activity tracking1, 2 apps1
B
bands3 battery, replacing3 Bluetooth technology4
C
cleaning the device2, 3 customizing the device2
D
data1 transferring1
G
Garmin Connect1, 2 goals1
H
history2 I icons1, 2
K
keys1
M
menu1
P
pairing, smartphone4
R
replacement parts3 replacing the battery3 resetting the device4
S
settings2 sleep mode2 smartphone1, 2, 4 pairing4 software updating2 version2 specifications2 stopwatch2
T
time of day3 timer2 troubleshooting3, 4
U unit ID2 updates, software2