Vívoactive HR: Owner's Manual

vívoactive HR
Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents Viewing Your Personal Records ............................................ 8
Restoring a Personal Record ................................................. 8
Introduction.....................................................................1 Clearing a Personal Record ................................................... 8
Device Overview ......................................................................... 1 Clearing All Personal Records ............................................... 8
Icons ...................................................................................... 1 Garmin Connect .......................................................................... 8
Using the Backlight ................................................................ 1 Using Garmin Connect Mobile ............................................... 9
Using Do Not Disturb Mode ........................................................ 1 Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer ............................ 9
Touchscreen Tips ....................................................................... 1 Garmin Move IQ™ Events .......................................................... 9
Locking and Unlocking the Touchscreen ............................... 1 Customizing Your Device.............................................. 9
Smart Features ............................................................... 1 Changing the Watch Face .......................................................... 9
Pairing Your Smartphone ........................................................... 1 Setting Up Your User Profile ....................................................... 9
Connected Features ................................................................... 1 App Settings ............................................................................... 9
Phone Notifications ................................................................ 2 Customizing the Data Screens .............................................. 9
Enabling Bluetooth Notifications ............................................ 2 Changing the GPS Setting ..................................................... 9
Locating a Lost Smartphone .................................................. 2 Alerts ...................................................................................... 9
Auto Lap ............................................................................... 10
Heart Rate Features ....................................................... 2 Using Auto Pause® ............................................................. 10
Wearing the Device and Heart Rate ........................................... 2 Using Auto Scroll ................................................................. 10
Viewing the Heart Rate Widget ................................................... 2 Changing the Background Contrast and Accent Color ........ 10
Turning Off the Wrist Heart Rate Monitor .............................. 2 Bluetooth Settings .....................................................................10
Setting Your Heart Rate Zones ................................................... 2 Garmin Connect Settings .......................................................... 11
Letting the Device Set Your Heart Rate Zones ...................... 3 Device Settings on Your Garmin Connect Account ............. 11
Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin® Devices ........................... 3 User Settings on Your Garmin Connect Account ................ 11
Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data ................................................. 3 System Settings ........................................................................ 11
Recovery Heart Rate .................................................................. 3 Time Settings ....................................................................... 11
Widgets........................................................................... 3 Backlight Settings ................................................................ 11
Viewing Widgets ......................................................................... 3 Changing the Units of Measure ........................................... 12
Customizing the Widget Loop ................................................ 3 ANT+ Sensors............................................................... 12
Connect IQ Features .............................................................. 3 Pairing ANT+ Sensors .............................................................. 12
About My Day ............................................................................. 4 Foot Pod ................................................................................... 12
Intensity Minutes ......................................................................... 4 Improving Foot Pod Calibration ........................................... 12
Earning Intensity Minutes ....................................................... 4 Calibrating Your Foot Pod .................................................... 12
Activity Tracking .......................................................................... 4 Using an Optional Bike Speed or Cadence Sensor .................. 12
Using the Move Alert .............................................................. 4 Calibrating Your Speed Sensor ........................................... 12
Auto Goal ............................................................................... 4 Situational Awareness .............................................................. 12
Viewing Your Step Totals and Floors Climbed ...................... 4 tempe ........................................................................................ 12
Sleep Tracking ....................................................................... 4 Managing ANT+ Sensors ......................................................... 12
Turning Off Activity Tracking .................................................. 4
Viewing the Weather Widget ...................................................... 4 Device Information....................................................... 13
VIRB Remote .............................................................................. 4 Charging the Device ................................................................. 13
Controlling a VIRB Action Camera ......................................... 4 Viewing Device Information ...................................................... 13
Specifications ............................................................................ 13
Apps................................................................................ 5 Device Care .............................................................................. 13
Activities ...................................................................................... 5 Cleaning the Device ............................................................. 13
Starting an Activity ................................................................. 5 Data Management .................................................................... 13
Running .................................................................................. 5 Disconnecting the USB Cable .............................................. 13
Biking ..................................................................................... 5 Deleting Files ....................................................................... 13
Walking .................................................................................. 5
Swimming .............................................................................. 5 Troubleshooting........................................................... 13
Golfing .................................................................................... 6 Maximizing Battery Life ............................................................. 13
Water Sports .......................................................................... 6 Resetting the Device ................................................................. 14
Skiing ..................................................................................... 7 Restoring All Default Settings ................................................... 14
Indoor Activities ...................................................................... 7 Acquiring Satellite Signals ........................................................ 14
Creating a Custom Activity ..................................................... 7 Improving GPS Satellite Reception ...................................... 14
My daily step count does not appear ........................................ 14
Navigation ....................................................................... 7 The floors climbed amount does not seem accurate ................ 14
Marking Your Location ................................................................ 7 My intensity minutes are flashing .............................................. 14
Deleting a Location ................................................................ 7 Improving the Accuracy of Intensity Minutes and Calories ....... 14
Navigating to a Saved Location .................................................. 7 Is my smartphone compatible with my device? ........................ 14
Navigating Back to Start ............................................................. 7 Product Updates ....................................................................... 14
Stopping Navigation .................................................................... 8 Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect Mobile ........ 14
Compass ..................................................................................... 8 Updating the Software Using Garmin Express .................... 14
Calibrating the Compass Manually ........................................ 8 How can I manually pair ANT+ sensors? ................................. 14
History............................................................................. 8 Getting More Information .......................................................... 15
Using History .............................................................................. 8 Appendix....................................................................... 15
Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone ........................ 8 Data Fields ................................................................................ 15
Personal Records ....................................................................... 8
Table of Contents i
Fitness Goals ............................................................................ 16
About Heart Rate Zones ........................................................... 16
Heart Rate Zone Calculations ................................................... 16
Wheel Size and Circumference ................................................ 16
Software License Agreement ................................................... 17
BSD 3-Clause License .............................................................. 17
Symbol Definitions .................................................................... 17
Index.............................................................................. 18
ii Table of Contents
Introduction Using Do Not Disturb Mode
You can use do not disturb mode to turn off tones, vibrations,
WARNING and the backlight for alerts and notifications. For example, you
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the can use this mode while sleeping or watching a movie.
product box for product warnings and other important
NOTE: The device automatically enters do not disturb mode
information.
during your normal sleep hours. You can set your normal sleep
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any hours in the user settings on your Garmin Connect™ account.
exercise program.
1 Hold .
2 Select Do Not Disturb.
Device Overview
TIP: To exit do not disturb mode, hold , and select Do Not
Disturb.
Touchscreen Tips
• From the watch face, swipe up or down to scroll through the
widgets on the device.
• Before you start the activity timer, hold your finger on a data
field to change it.
• During an activity, swipe up or down to view the next data
screen.
• During an activity, hold your finger on the touchscreen to
view the watch face and widgets.
Touchscreen Swipe up or down to scroll through widgets, data
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screens, and menus.
• Drag your finger up or down to scroll through widgets and
Swipe right to return to the previous screen.
menus.
Touch to select. • Perform each menu selection as a separate action.
Hold to return to the watch face or time of day screen.
Locking and Unlocking the Touchscreen
Press to return to the previous screen.
Á You can lock the touchscreen to prevent inadvertent screen
Press to mark a new lap (requires user configuration).
touches.
Hold to view shortcut menu options, including turning
the device on and off. 1 Hold .
Â Press to open the app list. 2 Select Lock Device.
Press to start or stop activities or apps. 3 Select a key to unlock the device.
Hold to open the menu. The menu items change
based on your activity or the widget you are viewing.
Smart Features
Icons
A flashing icon means the device is searching for a signal. A Pairing Your Smartphone
solid icon means the signal was found or the sensor is To use the connected features of the vívoactive HR device, it
connected. must be paired directly through the Garmin Connect Mobile app,
GPS status instead of from the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone.
Bluetooth technology status
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1 From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the
Garmin Connect Mobile app.
Heart rate monitor status
2 Hold to turn on the device.
Foot pod status The first time you turn on the device, you will select the
device language. The next screen prompts you to pair with
LiveTrack status your smartphone.
Speed and cadence sensor status TIP: You can hold and select Settings > Bluetooth to
manually enter pairing mode.
Varia™ bike light status
3 Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect
Varia bike radar status account:
• If this is the first device you have paired with the Garmin
Varia Vision™ status
Connect Mobile app, follow the on-screen instructions.
tempe™ sensor status • If you have already paired another device with the Garmin
Connect Mobile app, from the settings menu, select
VIRB VIRB camera status
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Garmin Devices > Add Device, and follow the on-screen

vívoactive HR alarm status instructions.
After you pair successfully, a message appears, and your device
Using the Backlight syncs automatically with your smartphone.
• At any time, tap or swipe the touchscreen to turn on the
backlight. Connected Features
NOTE: Alerts and messages activate the backlight Connected features are available for your vívoactive HR device
automatically. when you connect the device to a compatible smartphone using
Bluetooth wireless technology. Some features require you to
• Adjust the backlight brightness (System Settings, page 11).
install the Garmin Connect Mobile app on the connected
• Customize the auto backlight setting (Backlight Settings, smartphone. Go to www.garmin.com/apps for more information.
page 11).
Introduction 1
Phone notifications: Displays phone notifications and 3 Select to stop searching.
messages on your vívoactive HR device.
LiveTrack: Allows friends and family to follow your races and
training activities in real time. You can invite followers using Heart Rate Features
email or social media, allowing them to view your live data on The vívoactive HR device has a wrist-based heart rate monitor
a Garmin Connect tracking page. and is also compatible with ANT+ chest heart rate monitors.
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Activity uploads to Garmin Connect: Automatically sends You can view wrist-based heart rate data on the heart rate
your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you widget. When both wrist-based heart rate and ANT+ heart rate
finish recording the activity. data are available, your device uses the ANT+ heart rate data.
Connect IQ™: Allows you to extend your device features with You must have a heart rate monitor to use the features
new watch faces, widgets, apps, and data fields. described in this section.
Phone Notifications Wearing the Device and Heart Rate

Phone notifications require a compatible smartphone to be • Wear the vívoactive HR device above your wrist bone.
paired with the vívoactive HR device. When your phone receives
NOTE: The device should be snug but comfortable, and it
messages, it sends notifications to your device.
should not move while running or exercising.
Enabling Bluetooth Notifications
Before you can enable notifications, you must pair the vívoactive
HR device with a compatible mobile device (Pairing Your
Smartphone, page 1).
1 Hold .
2 Select Settings > Bluetooth > Smart Notifications.
3 Select During Activity to set preferences for notifications
that appear when recording an activity. NOTE: The heart rate sensor is located on the back of the
4 Select a notification preference. device.
5 Select Not During Activity to set preferences for • See Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data, page 3 for more
notifications that appear when in watch mode. information about wrist-based heart rate.
6 Select a notification preference.
7 Select Timeout. Viewing the Heart Rate Widget
The widget displays your current heart rate in beats per minute
8 Select a timeout duration. (bpm), lowest resting heart rate (RHR) for today, and a graph of
Viewing Notifications your heart rate.
1 From the watch face, swipe up or down to view the 1 From the watch face, swipe down.
notifications widget.
2 Select a notification.
You can tap the touchscreen to view the full notification.
3 Select to return to the previous screen.
Managing Notifications
You can use your compatible smartphone to manage
notifications that appear on your vívoactive HR device.
Select an option:
• If you are using an Apple device, use the notification
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center settings on your smartphone to select the items to 2 Tap the touchscreen to view your average resting heart rate
show on the device. values for the last 7 days.
• If you are using an Android™ device, use the app settings
in the Garmin Connect Mobile app to select the items to Turning Off the Wrist Heart Rate Monitor
show on the device. For the vívoactive HR, the default value for the Heart Rate
setting is Auto. The device automatically uses the wrist-based
Turning Off Bluetooth Technology heart rate monitor unless you pair an ANT+ heart rate monitor to
1 Hold . the device.
2 Select Settings > Bluetooth > Status > Off to turn off 1 Hold .
Bluetooth wireless technology on your vívoactive HR device.
2 Select Settings > Sensors > Heart Rate > Off.
Refer to the owner's manual for your mobile device to turn off
Bluetooth wireless technology on your mobile device.
Setting Your Heart Rate Zones
Locating a Lost Smartphone The device uses your user profile information from the initial
You can use this feature to help locate a lost mobile device that setup to determine your default heart rate zones. The device
is paired using Bluetooth wireless technology and currently has separate heart rate zones for running and cycling. For the
within range. most accurate calorie data during your activity, set your
maximum heart rate. You can also set each heart rate zone and
1 Select .
enter your resting heart rate manually. You can manually adjust
2 Select Find My Phone. your zones on the device or using your Garmin Connect
The vívoactive HR device begins searching for your paired account.
mobile device. Bars appear on the vívoactive HR device 1 Hold .
screen corresponding to Bluetooth signal strength, and an
audible alert sounds on your mobile device. 2 Select Settings > User Profile > Heart Rate Zones.
2 Heart Rate Features

3 Select Default to view the default values (optional). Recovery Heart Rate
The default values can be applied to running and cycling. If you are training with wrist-based heart rate or a compatible
4 Select Running or Cycling. chest heart rate monitor, you can check your recovery heart rate
value after each activity. Recovery heart rate is the difference
5 Select Preference > Set Custom. between your exercising heart rate and your heart rate two
6 Select Based On. minutes after the exercise has stopped. For example, after a
7 Select an option: typical training run, you stop the timer. Your heart rate is
140 bpm. After two minutes of no activity or cool down, your
• Select BPM to view and edit the zones in beats per
heart rate is 90 bpm. Your recovery heart rate is 50 bpm (140
minute.
minus 90). Some studies have linked recovery heart rate to
• Select %Max. HR to view and edit the zones as a cardiac health. Higher numbers generally indicate healthier
percentage of your maximum heart rate. hearts.
• Select %HRR to view and edit the zones as a percentage TIP: For best results, you should stop moving for two minutes
of your heart rate reserve (maximum heart rate minus while the device calculates your recovery heart rate value. You
resting heart rate). can save or discard the activity after this value appears.
8 Select Max. HR, and enter your maximum heart rate.
9 Select a zone, and enter a value for each zone.
Widgets
10 Select Resting HR, and enter your resting heart rate.
Your device comes preloaded with widgets that provide at-a-
Letting the Device Set Your Heart Rate Zones glance information. Some widgets require a Bluetooth
The default settings allow the device to detect your maximum connection to a compatible smartphone.
heart rate and set your heart rate zones as a percentage of your Some widgets are not visible by default. You can add them to
maximum heart rate. the widget loop manually.
• Verify that your user profile settings are accurate (Setting Up Notifications: Alerts you to incoming calls, texts, social network
Your User Profile, page 9). updates, and more, based on your smartphone notification
• Run often with the wrist or chest heart rate monitor. settings.
• Try a few heart rate training plans, available from your Calendar: Displays upcoming meetings from your smartphone
Garmin Connect account. calendar.
• View your heart rate trends and time in zones using your Music controls: Provides music player controls for your
Garmin Connect account. smartphone.
Weather: Displays the current temperature and weather
Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin Devices ®
forecast.
You can broadcast your heart rate data from your vívoactive HR My day: Displays a dynamic summary of your activity today. The
device and view it on paired Garmin devices. For example, you metrics include your last recorded activity, intensity minutes,
can broadcast your heart rate data to an Edge device while
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floors climbed, steps, calories burned, and more.
cycling, or to a VIRB action camera during an activity. Steps: Tracks your daily step count, step goal, and distance
NOTE: Broadcasting heart rate data decreases battery life. traveled.
1 Hold . Intensity minutes: Tracks your time spent participating in
2 Select Settings > Sensors > Heart Rate. moderate to vigorous activities, your weekly intensity minutes
goal, and progress toward your goal.
3 Select an option:
Heart rate: Displays your current heart rate in beats per minute
• Select Broadcast In Activity to broadcast heart rate data
(bpm), lowest resting heart rate (RHR) for today, and a graph
during timed activities (Starting an Activity, page 5).
of your heart rate.
• Select Broadcast to start broadcasting heart rate data
Last sport: Displays a brief summary of your last recorded sport
now.
and your total distance for the week.
4 Pair your vívoactive HR device with your Garmin ANT+
VIRB controls: Provides camera controls when you have a
compatible device.
VIRB device paired with your vívoactive HR device.
NOTE: The pairing instructions differ for each Garmin
Calories: Displays your calorie information for the current day.
compatible device. See your owner's manual.
Golf: Displays golf information for your last round.
Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data
If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you can try Viewing Widgets
these tips. From the watch face, swipe up or down.
• Clean and dry your arm before putting on the device. Customizing the Widget Loop
• Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under 1 Hold .
the device. 2 Select Settings > Widgets.
• Avoid scratching the heart rate sensor on the back of the 3 Select an option:
device.
• Select an item to show or hide it from the app list or
• Wear the device above your wrist bone. The device should rearrange the app list.
be snug but comfortable.
• Select Add Widgets to add an item to the widget loop.
• Wait until the icon is solid before starting your activity.
• Warm up for 5 to 10 minutes and get a heart rate reading Connect IQ Features
before starting your activity. You can add Connect IQ features to your watch from Garmin
and other providers using the Garmin Connect Mobile app. You
NOTE: In cold environments, warm up indoors.
• Rinse the device with fresh water after each workout.
Widgets 3
can customize your device with watch faces, data fields, Activity Tracking
widgets, and apps.
Watch Faces: Allow you to customize the appearance of the Using the Move Alert
clock. Sitting for prolonged periods of time can trigger undesirable
metabolic state changes. The move alert reminds you to keep
Data Fields: Allow you to download new data fields that present
moving. After one hour of inactivity, Move! and the red bar
sensor, activity, and history data in new ways. You can add
appear. Additional segments appear after every 15 minutes of
Connect IQ data fields to built-in features and pages.
inactivity. The device also vibrates if vibration is turned on
Widgets: Provide information at a glance, including sensor data (System Settings, page 11).
and notifications.
Go for a short walk (at least a couple of minutes) to reset the
Apps: Add interactive features to your watch, such as new move alert.
outdoor and fitness activity types.
Auto Goal
Downloading Connect IQ Features
Your device creates a daily step goal automatically, based on
Before you can download Connect IQ features from the Garmin your previous activity levels. As you move during the day, the
Connect Mobile app, you must pair your vívoactive HR device device shows your progress toward your daily goal À.
with your smartphone.
1 From the settings in the Garmin Connect Mobile app, select
Connect IQ Store.
2 necessary, select your device.
If
3 Select a Connect IQ feature.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer
1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
2 Go to garminconnect.com and sign in.
3 From your devices widget, select Connect IQ Store. If you choose not to use the auto goal feature, you can set a
4 Select a Connect IQ feature, and download it. personalized step goal on your Garmin Connect account.
5 Follow the on-screen instructions. Viewing Your Step Totals and Floors Climbed
1 From the watch face, swipe up or down to view the steps
About My Day widget.
The My Day widget is a daily snapshot of your activity. This is a 2 Tap the touchscreen to view your daily step totals for the last
dynamic summary that updates throughout the day. As soon as seven days.
you climb a flight of stairs or record an activity, it appears in the 3 Swipe up to view your daily floors climbed and descended.
widget. The metrics include your last recorded sport, intensity
minutes for the week, floors climbed, steps, calories burned, and Sleep Tracking
more. You can tap the touchscreen for an option to improve While you are sleeping, the device monitors your movement.
accuracy or to view additional metrics. Sleep statistics include total hours of sleep, sleep levels, and
sleep movement. You can set your normal sleep hours in the
Intensity Minutes user settings on your Garmin Connect account. You can view
To improve your health, organizations such as the U.S. Centers your sleep statistics on your Garmin Connect account.
for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Heart Turning Off Activity Tracking
Association , and the World Health Organization, recommend at
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When you turn off activity tracking, your steps, floors climbed,
least 150 minutes per week of moderate intensity activity, such
intensity minutes, sleep tracking, and Move IQ events are not
as brisk walking, or 75 minutes per week of vigorous intensity
recorded.
activity, such as running.
The device monitors your activity intensity and tracks your time
1 Hold .
spent participating in moderate to vigorous intensity activities 2 Select Settings > Activity Tracking > Status > Off.
(heart rate data is required to quantify vigorous intensity). You
can work toward achieving your weekly intensity minutes goal by Viewing the Weather Widget
participating in at least 10 consecutive minutes of moderate to 1 From the watch face, swipe to view the weather widget.
vigorous intensity activities. The device adds the amount of
moderate activity minutes with the amount of vigorous activity 2 Tap the touchscreen to view hourly and daily weather data.
minutes. Your total vigorous intensity minutes are doubled when 3 Scroll down to view daily weather data.
added.
Earning Intensity Minutes
VIRB Remote
The VIRB remote function allows you to control your VIRB
Your vívoactive HR device calculates intensity minutes by
action camera using your device. Go to www.garmin.com/VIRB
comparing your heart rate data during an activity to your
to purchase a VIRB action camera.
average resting heart rate. If heart rate is turned off, the device
calculates moderate intensity minutes by analyzing your steps Controlling a VIRB Action Camera
per minute. Before you can use the VIRB remote function, you must enable
• Start a timed activity for the most accurate calculation of the remote setting on your VIRB camera. See the VIRB Series
intensity minutes. Owner's Manual for more information. You must also set the
• Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate or VIRB widget to be shown in the widget loop (Customizing the
vigorous intensity level. Widget Loop, page 3).
1 Turn on your VIRB camera.
4 Widgets
2 On your vívoactive HR device, swipe to view the VIRB Running
widget.
Going for a Run
3 Wait while the device connects to your VIRB camera. Before you can use an ANT+ sensor for your run, you must pair
4 Select an option: the sensor with your device (Pairing ANT+ Sensors, page 12).
• To record video, tap the touchscreen. 1 Put on your ANT+ sensors, such as a foot pod or heart rate
The video counter appears on the vívoactive HR screen. monitor (optional).
• To stop recording video, tap the touchscreen. 2 Select .
• To take a photo, swipe right, and tap the touchscreen. 3 Select Run.
4 When using optional ANT+ sensors, wait while the device
connects to the sensors.
Apps 5 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
You can select to view the apps on your device. Some apps 6 Select to start the timer.
require a Bluetooth connection to a compatible smartphone.
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Activities: Your device comes preloaded with fitness and
outdoor activity apps including running, cycling, swimming, 7 Start your activity.
golfing, and more. 8 Select to record laps (optional) (Auto Lap, page 10).
Find my phone: You can use this preloaded app to help locate 9 Swipe up or down to scroll through data screens.
a lost phone that is connected to your device using Bluetooth 10 After you complete your activity, select > to save the
wireless technology. activity.
Activities Biking
Your device can be used for indoor, outdoor, athletic, and fitness Going for a Ride
activities. When you start an activity, the device displays and Before you can use an ANT+ sensor for your ride, you must pair
records sensor data. You can save activities and share them the sensor with your device (Pairing ANT+ Sensors, page 12).
with the Garmin Connect community.
1 Pair your ANT+ sensors, such as a heart rate monitor, speed
You can also add Connect IQ activity apps to your device using sensor, or cadence sensor (optional).
your Garmin Connect account (Connect IQ Features, page 3).
2 Select .
Starting an Activity 3 Select Bike.
When you start an activity, GPS turns on automatically (if 4 When using optional ANT+ sensors, wait while the device
required). connects to the sensors.
1 Select . 5 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
2 Select an activity. 6 Select to start the timer.
3 If necessary, wait while the device connects to your ANT+ History is recorded only while the timer is running.
sensors.
7 Start your activity.
4 If the activity requires GPS, go outside, and wait while the
device locates satellites. 8 Swipe up or down to scroll through data screens.
5 Wait until stops flashing and a message appears. 9 After you complete your activity, select > to save the
activity.
6 Select to start the timer.
NOTE: The device does not record your activity data until Walking
you start the timer. Going for a Walk
Turning On the Lap Key Before you can use an ANT+ sensor for your walk, you must
You can customize to function as a lap key during timed pair the sensor with your device (Pairing ANT+ Sensors,
activities such as running and biking. page 12).
1 Select . 1 Put on your ANT+ sensors, such as a foot pod or heart rate
monitor (optional).
2 Select an activity.
2 Select .
NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
3 Select Walk.
3 Hold .
4 When using optional ANT+ sensors, wait while the device
4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen. connects to the sensors.
5 Select Laps > Lap Key. 5 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
The lap key stays on for the selected activity until you turn off 6 Select to start the timer.
the lap key.
Stopping an Activity
1 Select .
8 Swipe up or down to scroll through data screens.
2 Select an option:
9 After you complete your activity, select > to save the
• To save and review the activity, select . activity.
• To discard the activity and return to watch mode, select .
Swimming
NOTE: If you do not save the activity manually, the device
automatically saves it after 25 minutes. NOTICE
The device is intended for surface swimming. Scuba diving with
the device may damage the product and will void the warranty.
Apps 5
NOTE: The device cannot record heart rate data while
swimming.
Going for a Pool Swim
NOTE: Heart rate is not available while swimming.
1 Select .
2 Select Pool Swim.
3 Select your pool size, or enter a custom size.
Current hole number
5 Start your activity. À
Distance to the back of the green
The device automatically records swim intervals and lengths. Á
Distance to the middle of the green
6 When resting, select to pause the interval timer. Â
Distance to the front of the green
The display inverts color, and the rest screen appears.
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Par for the hole
7 Select to restart the interval timer.
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Next hole
8 After you complete your activity, select , and select .
Previous hole
Setting the Pool Size
1 Select .
Viewing Layup and Dogleg Distances
2 Select Pool Swim.
You can view a list of layup and dogleg distances for par 4 and 5
3 Hold . holes.
4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen. Swipe left or right until the layup and dogleg information
5 Select Pool Size. appears.
6 Select your pool size, or enter a custom size. NOTE: Distances are removed from the list as you pass
them.
Swim Terminology
Length: One trip down the pool. Using the Odometer
Interval: One or more consecutive lengths. A new interval starts You can use the odometer to record the time, distance, and
after a rest. steps traveled. The odometer automatically starts and stops
when you start or end a round.
Stroke: A stroke is counted every time your arm wearing the
device completes a full cycle. 1 Swipe left or right until the odometer appears.
Swolf: Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one pool 2 If necessary, hold , and select Reset Odometer to reset
length and the number of strokes for that length. For the odometer to zero.
example, 30 seconds plus 15 strokes equals a swolf score of Keeping Score
45. Swolf is a measurement of swimming efficiency and, like 1 From the hole information screen, hold .
golf, a lower score is better.
2 Select Start Scoring.
Golfing The scorecard appears when you are on the green.
Playing Golf 3 Select or to set the score.
Before you go play a course for the first time, you must 4 Select .
download it from the Garmin Connect Mobile app (Connected
Your total score is updated.
Features, page 1). Courses downloaded from the Garmin
Connect Mobile app are updated automatically. Reviewing Scores
1 Select . 1 From the hole information screen, hold .
2 Select Golf. 2 Select Scorecard, and select a hole.
3 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites. 3 Select or to change the score for that hole.
4 Select a course. 4 Select .
You can scroll through the data screens for each hole. The Your total score is updated.
device automatically transitions when you move to the next Measuring a Shot
hole.
1 Take a shot, and watch where your ball lands.
5 After you complete your activity, hold , and select End 2 Select .
Round.
3 Walk or drive to your ball.
Hole Information
The distance automatically resets when you move to the next
Because pin locations change, the device calculates the
hole.
distance to the front, middle, and back of the green, but not the
actual pin location. 4 If necessary, hold , and select New Shot to reset the
distance at any time.
Water Sports
Starting a Rowing Activity
1 Select .
2 Select Row.
3 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
6 Apps
4 Select to start the timer. Creating a Custom Activity
History is recorded only while the timer is running. 1 Select .
5 Start your activity. 2 Select Add New.
6 Swipe up or down to scroll through data screens. 3 Select an activity template.
7 After you complete your activity, select > to save the 4 Select an accent color.
activity. 5 Select a name.
Starting a Stand Up Paddle Boarding Activity Duplicate activity names include a number. For example,
1 Select . Walk(2).
2 Select SUP. 6 Select an option:
3 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites. • Select Use Default to create your custom activity starting
from the default system settings.
History is recorded only while the timer is running. • Select a copy of an existing activity to create your custom
activity starting from one of your saved activities.
Customizing the App List
6 Swipe up or down to scroll through data screens.
1 Hold .
7 After you complete your activity, select > to save the
activity. 2 Select Settings > Apps.
3 Select an option:
Skiing • Select an item to show or hide it from the app list or
Going Cross-Country Skiing rearrange the app list.
1 Select . • Select Add Apps to add an item to the app list.
2 Select XC Ski.
3 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites. Navigation
You can use the GPS navigation features on your device to
History is recorded only while the timer is running. save locations, navigate to locations, and find your way home.
6 Swipe up or down to scroll through data screens. Marking Your Location
7 After you complete your activity, select > to save the A location is a point that you record and store in the device. If
activity. you want to remember landmarks or return to a certain spot, you
can mark a location.
Going Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding
1 Select . 1 Go to the place where you want to mark a location.
2 Select Ski / Board. 2 Hold .
3 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites. 3 Select Navigation > Save Location.
The location information appears.
History is recorded only while the timer is running. 4 Select .
5 Start your activity. Deleting a Location
The auto run feature is turned on by default. This feature 1 Hold .
automatically records new ski runs based on your movement. 2 Select Navigation > Saved Locations.
The timer pauses when you stop moving downhill and when 3 Select a location.
you are on a chairlift. The timer remains paused during the
chairlift ride. 4 Select Delete > Yes.
6 If necessary, start moving downhill to restart the timer.
Navigating to a Saved Location
7 Swipe up or down to scroll through data screens. Before you can navigate to a saved location, your device must
8 After you complete your activity, select > to save the locate satellites.
activity.
1 Hold .
Indoor Activities 2 Select Navigation > Saved Locations.
The vívoactive HR device can be used for training indoors, such 3 Select a location, and select Go To.
as running on an indoor track or using a stationary bike. GPS is
turned off for indoor activities. 4 Select an activity.
When running or walking with GPS turned off, speed, distance, The compass appears.
and cadence are calculated using the accelerometer in the 5 Move forward.
device. The accelerometer is self-calibrating. The accuracy of The compass arrow points toward the saved location.
the speed, distance, and cadence data improves after a few
outdoor runs or walks using GPS. TIP: For more accurate navigation, orient your device toward
the direction in which you are navigating.
TIP: Holding the handrails of the treadmill reduces accuracy.
You can use an optional foot pod to record pace, distance, and 6 Select to start the timer.
cadence.
When cycling with GPS turned off, speed and distance are not
Navigating Back to Start
available unless you have an optional sensor that sends speed Before you can navigate back to start, you must locate satellites,
and distance data to the device (such as a speed or cadence start the timer, and start your activity.
sensor).
Navigation 7
At any time during your activity, you can return to your starting Viewing your time in each heart rate zone can help you adjust
location. For example, if you are running in a new city, and you your training intensity.
are unsure how to get back to the trail head or hotel, you can 1 Hold .
navigate back to your starting location. This feature is not
available for all activities. 2 Select History.
1 Hold . 3 Select an activity.
2 Select Navigation > Back to Start. 4 Select Time in Zone.
The compass appears.
Personal Records
3 Move forward. When you complete an activity, the device displays any new
The compass arrow points toward your starting point. personal records you achieved during that activity. Personal
TIP: For more accurate navigation, orient your device toward records include your fastest time over several typical race
the direction in which you are navigating. distances and longest run or ride.
Viewing Your Personal Records
Stopping Navigation 1 Hold .
1 Hold .
2 Select Settings > Records.
2 Select Stop Navigation.
3 Select a sport.
Compass 4 Select a record.
The device has a 3-axis compass with automatic calibration. 5 Select View Record.
The compass features and appearance change depending on
your activity, whether GPS is enabled, and whether you are
Restoring a Personal Record
navigating to a destination. You can set each personal record back to the one previously
recorded.
Calibrating the Compass Manually 1 Hold .
NOTICE 2 Select Settings > Records.
Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. To improve heading
accuracy, do not stand near objects that influence magnetic 3 Select a sport.
fields, such as vehicles, buildings, and overhead power lines. 4 Select a record.
Your device was already calibrated at the factory, and the 5 Select Previous > Yes.
device uses automatic calibration by default. If you experience NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities.
irregular compass behavior, for example, after moving long
distances or after extreme temperature changes, you can Clearing a Personal Record
manually calibrate the compass. 1 Hold .
1 Hold . 2 Select Settings > Records.
2 Select Settings > Sensors > Compass > Calibrate > Start. 3 Select a sport.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions. 4 Select a record.
TIP: Move your wrist in a small figure eight motion until a 5 Select Clear Record > Yes.
message appears. NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities.
Clearing All Personal Records
History 1 Hold .
Your device stores up to 14 days of activity tracking and heart 2 Select Settings > Records.
rate monitoring data, and up to seven timed activities. You can 3 Select a sport.
view your last seven timed activities on your device. You can
synchronize your data to view unlimited activities, activity
4 Select a record.
tracking data, and heart rate monitoring data on your Garmin 5 Select Clear All Records > Yes.
Connect account (Using Garmin Connect Mobile, page 9) NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities.
(Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer, page 9).
When the device memory is full, your oldest data is overwritten. Garmin Connect
You can connect with your friends on your Garmin Connect
Using History account. Garmin Connect gives you the tools to track, analyze,
1 Hold . share, and encourage each other. Record the events of your
active lifestyle including runs, walks, rides, swims, hikes, golf
2 Select History.
games, and more. Garmin Connect is also your online statistics
3 Select an activity. tracker where you can analyze and share all your rounds of golf.
4 Select an option: To sign up for a free account, go to www.garminconnect.com
/start.
• Select Details to view additional information about the
activity. Store your activities: After you complete and save a timed
activity with your device, you can upload that activity to your
• Select Laps to select a lap and view additional information
Garmin Connect account and keep it as long as you want.
about each lap.
Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information
• Select Delete to delete the selected activity.
about your fitness and outdoor activities, including time,
Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone distance, heart rate, calories burned, cadence, an overhead
Before you can view heart rate zone data, you must complete an map view, and pace and speed charts. You can view more
activity with heart rate and save the activity. detailed information about your golf games, including
8 History
scorecards, statistics, and course information. You can also Setting Up Your User Profile
view customizable reports. You can update your gender, birth year, height, weight, wrist,
and heart rate zone (Setting Your Heart Rate Zones, page 2)
settings. The device uses this information to calculate accurate
training data.
1 Hold .
2 Select Settings > User Profile.
3 Select an option.
App Settings
These settings allow you to customize your apps based on your
training needs. For example, you can customize data screens
and enable alerts and training features.
Track your progress: You can track your daily steps, join a NOTE: You can change the settings, data screens, and alerts
friendly competition with your connections, and meet your before or during an activity.
goals.
Customizing the Data Screens
Share your activities: You can connect with friends to follow You can customize data screens based on your training goals or
each other's activities or post links to your activities on your optional accessories. For example, you can customize one of
favorite social networking sites. the data screens to display your lap pace or heart rate zone.
Manage your settings: You can customize your device and 1 Select .
user settings on your Garmin Connect account.
Access the Connect IQ store: You can download apps, watch
faces, data fields, and widgets. NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
3 Hold .
Using Garmin Connect Mobile
You can upload all of your activity data to your Garmin Connect 4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen.
account for comprehensive analysis. With your Garmin Connect 5 Select Data Screens.
account, you can view a map of your activity, and share your 6 Select a screen.
activities with friends. You can turn on auto upload in the Garmin
Connect Mobile app. 7 If necessary, select the toggle switch to enable the data
screen.
1 From the Garmin Connect Mobile app settings menu, select
Garmin Devices. 8 Select a data field to change it.
2 Select your vívoactive HR device, and select Device Changing the GPS Setting
Settings. By default, the device uses GPS to locate satellites. For
3 Select the toggle switch to turn on auto upload. increased performance in challenging environments and faster
GPS position location, you can enable GPS and GLONASS.
Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer Using GPS and GLONASS reduces battery life more than using
If you have not paired your vívoactive HR device with your only GPS.
smartphone, you can upload all of your activity data to your 1 Select .
Garmin Connect account using your computer.
1 Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable. NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
2 Go to www.garminconnect.com/start.
3 Hold .
4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen.
Garmin Move IQ™ Events 5 Select GPS > GLONASS.
The Move IQ feature automatically detects activity patterns, Alerts
such as walking, running, biking, swimming, and elliptical You can set alerts for each activity, which can help you to train
training, for at least 10 minutes. You can view the event type toward specific goals. Some alerts are available only for specific
and duration on your Garmin Connect timeline, but they do not activities.
appear in your activities list, snapshots, or newsfeed. For more
detail and accuracy, you can record a timed activity on your Setting Range Alerts
device. A range alert notifies you when the device is above or below a
specified range of values. For example, you can set the device
to alert you when your heart rate is below zone 2 and over zone
Customizing Your Device 5 (Setting Your Heart Rate Zones, page 2).
1 Select .
Changing the Watch Face 2 Select an activity.
You can use the default digital watch face or a Connect IQ NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
watch face (Connect IQ Features, page 3).
3 Hold .
1 From the watch face, hold .
2 Select Watch Faces.
5 Select Alerts > Add New.
3 Select an option.
6 Select the type of alert.
Depending on your accessories, the alerts may include heart
rate, pace, speed, and cadence.
Customizing Your Device 9

7 If necessary, turn on the alert. TIP: You can select Auto Lap and enter a custom distance if
8 Select a zone or enter a value for each alert. the Auto Lap feature is turned on.
Each time you exceed or drop below the specified range, a Each time you complete a lap, a message appears that displays
message appears. The device also vibrates if vibration is turned the time for that lap. The device also vibrates if vibration is
on (System Settings, page 11). turned on (System Settings, page 11).
If necessary, you can customize the data screens to display
Setting a Recurring Alert
additional lap data (Customizing the Data Screens, page 9).
A recurring alert notifies you each time the device records a
specified value or interval. For example, you can set the device Using Auto Pause ®
to alert you every 30 minutes. You can use the Auto Pause feature to pause the timer
1 Select . automatically when you stop moving or when your pace or
speed drops below a specified value. This feature is helpful if
2 Select an activity. your activity includes stop lights or other places where you need
NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities. to slow down or stop.
3 Hold . NOTE: History is not recorded while the timer is stopped or
4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen. paused.
5 Select Alerts > Add New. 1 Select .
6 Select an option: 2 Select an activity.
• Select Custom, select a message, and select an alert NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
type. 3 Hold .
• Select Time or Distance. 4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen.
7 Enter a value. 5 Select Auto Pause.
Each time you reach the alert value, a message appears. The 6 Select an option:
device also vibrates if vibration is turned on (System Settings,
• Select When Stopped to pause the timer automatically
page 11).
when you stop moving.
Setting Walk Break Alerts • Select Pace to pause the timer automatically when your
Some running programs use timed walking breaks at regular pace drops below a specified value.
intervals. For example, during a long training run, you can set
• Select Speed to pause the timer automatically when your
the device to alert you to run for 4 minutes, and then walk for 1
speed drops below a specified value.
minute, and repeat. Auto Lap functions as usual while you are
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using the run or walk alerts. Using Auto Scroll

1 Select . You can use the auto scroll feature to cycle through all of the
2 Select an activity. training data screens automatically while the timer is running.
NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities. 1 Select .
3 Hold . 2 Select an activity.
4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen. NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
5 Select Alerts > Add New > Run/Walk. 3 Hold .
6 Enter a time for the run interval. 4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen.
7 Enter a time for the walk interval. 5 Select Auto Scroll.
Each time you reach the alert value, a message appears. The 6 Select a display speed.
device also vibrates if vibration is turned on (System Settings, Changing the Background Contrast and Accent Color
page 11).
1 Select .
Auto Lap 2 Select an activity.
Marking Laps NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
You can set your device to use the Auto Lap feature to mark a 3 Hold .
lap at a specific distance automatically, or you can mark laps
manually. This feature is helpful for comparing your performance
over different parts of an activity (for example, every 1 mile or 5 5 Select Background to set the background color to black or
kilometers). white.
1 Select . 6 Select Accent Color to select an accent color for the watch
face and data screens.
NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities. Bluetooth Settings
3 Hold . Hold , and select Settings > Bluetooth.
4 Select the activity name at the top of the screen. Status: Displays the current Bluetooth connection status and
5 Select Laps. allows you to turn Bluetooth wireless technology on or off.
6 Select an option: Smart Notifications: The device turns smart notifications on
• Select the Auto Lap toggle switch to turn on the Auto Lap and off automatically based on your selections (Enabling
feature. Bluetooth Notifications, page 2).
• Select the Lap Key toggle switch to use to mark a lap Pair Mobile Device: Connects your device with a compatible
during an activity. mobile device equipped with Bluetooth Smart wireless
technology.
10 Customizing Your Device

Connected Alerts: Alerts you when your paired smartphone Units: Sets the measurement units used to display data
connects and disconnects. (Changing the Units of Measure, page 12).
Stop LiveTrack: Allows you to stop a LiveTrack session while USB Mode: Sets the device to use mass storage mode or
one is in progress. Garmin mode when connected to a computer.
Restore Defaults: Allows you to restore all of the device
Garmin Connect Settings settings to the factory default values (Restoring All Default
You can customize your device settings and user settings on Settings, page 14).
your Garmin Connect account. Software Update: Allows you to check for software updates.
• From the settings menu in the Garmin Connect Mobile app, About: Displays the unit ID, software version, regulatory
select Garmin Devices, and select your device. information, and license agreement.
• From the devices widget in the Garmin Connect application,
select Device Settings. Time Settings
Hold , and select Settings > System > Time.
After customizing settings, sync your data to apply the changes
to your device (Using Garmin Connect Mobile, page 9, Using Time Format: Sets the device to show time in a 12-hour or a
Garmin Connect on Your Computer, page 9). 24-hour format.
Set Local Time: Allows you to set the time manually or
Device Settings on Your Garmin Connect Account automatically based on your paired mobile device.
From your Garmin Connect account, select Device Settings.
Time Zones
Activity Tracking: Turns activity tracking features on and off,
Each time you turn on the device and acquire satellites or sync
such as the steps, floors climbed, intensity minutes, sleep
with your smartphone, the device automatically detects your
tracking, move alert, Move IQ events, and wrist-based heart
time zone and the current time of day.
rate monitoring.
Auto Backlight: Sets the backlight to turn on for interactions, Setting the Time Manually
which includes the keys, touchscreen, and notifications. By default, the time is set automatically when the vívoactive HR
Gestures include rotating your wrist toward your body to view device is paired with a mobile device.
the device. 1 Hold .
Wrist Worn On: Allows you to customize which wrist the band is 2 Select Settings > System > Time > Set Local Time >
worn on. Manual.
Time Format: Sets the device to display time in a 12-hour or 24- 3 Select Time, and enter the time of day.
hour format.
Setting the Alarm
Date Format: Sets the device to display the month and day
1 Hold .
format.
Language: Sets the device language.
2 Select Clocks > Alarms > Add New.
Units: Sets the device to display the distance traveled in
3 Select Time, and enter a time.
kilometers or miles. 4 Select Days, and select an option.
User Settings on Your Garmin Connect Account Deleting an Alarm
From your Garmin Connect account, select User Settings. 1 Hold .
Custom Step Length: Allows your device to more accurately 2 Select Clocks > Alarms.
calculate the distance traveled using your custom step 3 Select an alarm, and select Remove.
length. You can enter a known distance and the number of
Starting the Countdown Timer
steps it takes to cover the distance, and Garmin Connect can
calculate your step length. 1 Hold .
Daily Steps: Allows you to enter your daily step goal. You can 2 Select Clocks > Timer.
use the Auto Goal setting to allow your device to determine 3 Enter the time.
your step goal automatically. 4 Select Start.
Daily Floors Climbed: Allows you to enter a daily goal for the 5 If necessary, select for more options.
amount of floors to climb.
Using the Stopwatch
Weekly Intensity Minutes: Allows you to enter a weekly goal
for the number of minutes to participate in moderate to 1 Hold .
vigorous intensity activities. 2 Select Clocks > Stopwatch.
Heart Rate Zones: Allows you to estimate your maximum heart 3 Select .
rate and determine custom heart rate zones.
Backlight Settings
System Settings Hold , and select Settings > System > Backlight.
Hold , and select Settings > System. Mode: Sets the backlight to turn on for interactions which
includes the keys, touchscreen, and notifications. The device
Auto Lock: Automatically locks the touchscreen in watch mode has an ambient light sensor that detects the light level.
to prevent inadvertent screen touches. You can select a key Interactions activate the backlight in a low-light environment.
to unlock the touchscreen. Gestures include rotating your wrist toward your body to view
Language: Sets the language of the device interface. the device.
Time: Sets the time format and source for local time (Time Timeout: Sets the length of time before the backlight turns off.
Settings, page 11). Brightness: Sets the brightness level of the backlight. During an
Backlight: Sets the backlight mode, timeout, and brightness activity, the backlight uses the brightest setting.
(Backlight Settings, page 11).
Vibration: Turns vibration on or off.
Customizing Your Device 11

Changing the Units of Measure 1 Hold .
You can customize units of measure for distance, pace and 2 Select Settings > Sensors > Foot Pod > Calib. Factor.
speed, elevation, weight, height, and temperature.
3 Adjust the calibration factor:
1 Hold . • Increase the calibration factor if your distance is too low.
2 Select Settings > System > Units. • Decrease the calibration factor if your distance is too high.
3 Select a measurement type.
4 Select a unit of measure. Using an Optional Bike Speed or Cadence
Sensor
You can use a compatible bike speed or cadence sensor to
ANT+ Sensors send data to your device.
Your device can be used with wireless ANT+ sensors. For more • Pair the sensor with your device (Pairing ANT+ Sensors,
information about compatibility and purchasing optional sensors, page 12).
go to http://buy.garmin.com.
• Update your fitness user profile information (Setting Up Your
User Profile, page 9).
Pairing ANT+ Sensors
• Set your wheel size (Calibrating Your Speed Sensor,
Pairing is the connecting of ANT+ wireless sensors. The first
page 12).
time you connect a sensor to your Garmin device, you must pair
the device and sensor. After they are paired, the device • Go for a ride (Going for a Ride, page 5).
connects to the sensor automatically when you start an activity Calibrating Your Speed Sensor
and the sensor is active and within range.
Before you can calibrate your speed sensor, you must pair your
1 Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other ANT+ sensors while device with a compatible speed sensor (Pairing ANT+ Sensors,
pairing. page 12).
2 you are pairing a heart rate monitor, put on the heart rate
If Manual calibration is optional and can improve accuracy.
monitor.
1 Hold .
The heart rate monitor does not send or receive data until
you put it on. 2 Select Settings > Sensors > Speed/Cadence > Wheel
Size.
3 Select .
3 Select an option:
• Select Auto to automatically calculate your wheel size and
5 Bring the device within 1 cm of the sensor, and wait while the calibrate your speed sensor.
device connects to the sensor.
• Select Manual, and enter your wheel size to manually
When the device detects the sensor, an icon appears at the calibrate your speed sensor (Wheel Size and
top of the screen. Circumference, page 16).
Foot Pod Situational Awareness

Your device is compatible with the foot pod. You can use the Your vívoactive HR device can be used with the Varia Vision
foot pod to record pace and distance instead of using GPS when device, Varia smart bike lights, and rearview radar to improve
you are training indoors or when your GPS signal is weak. The situational awareness. See the owner's manual for your Varia
foot pod is on standby and ready to send data (like the heart device for more information.
rate monitor).
NOTE: You may need to update the vívoactive HR software
After 30 minutes of inactivity, the foot pod powers off to before pairing Varia devices (Updating the Software Using
conserve the battery. When the battery is low, a message Garmin Connect Mobile, page 14).
appears on your device. Approximately five hours of battery life
remain.
tempe
Improving Foot Pod Calibration The tempe is an ANT+ wireless temperature sensor. You can
Before you can calibrate your device, you must acquire GPS attach the sensor to a secure strap or loop where it is exposed
signals and pair your device with the foot pod (Pairing ANT+ to ambient air, and therefore, provides a consistent source of
Sensors, page 12). accurate temperature data. You must pair the tempe with your
device to display temperature data from the tempe.
The foot pod is self-calibrating, but you can improve the
accuracy of the speed and distance data with a few outdoor runs
using GPS. Managing ANT+ Sensors
1 Stand outside for 5 minutes with a clear view of the sky. You can manually add, turn on, turn off, or remove ANT+
sensors.
2 Start a running activity.
1 Hold .
3 Run on a track without stopping for 10 minutes.
2 Select Settings > Sensors.
4 Stop your activity, and save it.
3 Select a sensor.
Based on the recorded data, the foot pod calibration value
changes, if necessary. You should not need to calibrate the 4 Select an option.
foot pod again unless your running style changes.
Calibrating Your Foot Pod
Before you can calibrate your foot pod, you must pair your
device with the foot pod (Pairing ANT+ Sensors, page 12).
Manual calibration is recommended if you know your calibration
factor. If you have calibrated a foot pod with another Garmin
product, you may know your calibration factor.
12 ANT+ Sensors
Device Information harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can
damage the case.
Charging the Device Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
WARNING damage.
This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important
Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for Cleaning the Device
product warnings and other important information. NOTICE
NOTICE Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause corrosion
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and of the electrical contacts when connected to a charger.
the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer.
computer. Refer to the cleaning instructions in the appendix. 1 Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild
1 Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the detergent solution.
device, and press the charger À until it clicks. 2 Wipe it dry.
After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
TIP: For more information, go to www.garmin.com/fitandcare.
Data Management
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me,
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Windows NT , and Mac OS 10.3 and earlier.

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Disconnecting the USB Cable

If your device is connected to your computer as a removable
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not necessary
2 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer. to safely disconnect the device.
3 Charge the device completely. 1 Complete an action:
• For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove
Viewing Device Information Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.
You can view the unit ID, software version, regulatory • For Apple computers, select the device, and select File >
information, and license agreement. Eject.
1 Hold . 2 Disconnect the cable from your computer.
2 Select Settings > System > About. Deleting Files
NOTICE
Specifications If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your
Battery type Rechargeable, built-in lithium-polymer battery device memory contains important system files that should not
Battery life Up to 8 days in smartwatch mode (with heart be deleted.
rate) 1 Open the Garmin drive or volume.
Up to 13 hr. in GPS mode
2 If necessary, open a folder or volume.
Operating From -20º to 50ºC (from -4º to 122ºF)
temperature range 3 Select a file.
Charging temperature From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF) 4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
range NOTE: If you are using an Apple computer, you must empty
Radio frequency/ 2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications the Trash folder to completely remove the files.
protocol protocol
Bluetooth Smart wireless technology
Water rating Swim, 5 ATM* Troubleshooting
*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m. Maximizing Battery Life
For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating. You can do several things to extend the life of the battery.
• Reduce the backlight timeout (Backlight Settings, page 11).
Device Care • Reduce the backlight brightness (Backlight Settings,
NOTICE page 11).
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can • Turn off Bluetooth wireless technology when you are not
degrade the life of the product. using connected features (Turning Off Bluetooth Technology,
Avoid pressing the keys under water. page 2).
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device. • Use a Connect IQ watch face that is not updated every
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or second.
damage may result. For example, use a watch face without a second hand
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can (Changing the Watch Face, page 9).
damage plastic components and finishes. • Turn off activity tracking (Activity Tracking, page 4).
Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to • Limit the smartphone notifications the device displays
chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other (Managing Notifications, page 2).
Device Information 13
• Stop broadcasting heart rate data to paired Garmin devices Improving the Accuracy of Intensity Minutes
(Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin Devices, page 3).
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and Calories
• Turn off wrist-based heart rate monitoring (Turning Off the You can improve the accuracy of these estimates by walking or
Wrist Heart Rate Monitor, page 2). running outside for 20 minutes.
Resetting the Device 1 From the watch face, swipe to view the My Day widget.
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it. 2 Select .
NOTE: Resetting the device may erase your data or settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
1 Hold for 15 seconds.
Is my smartphone compatible with my
The device turns off.
device?
2 Hold for one second to turn on the device.
The vívoactive HR device is compatible with smartphones using
Bluetooth Smart wireless technology.
Restoring All Default Settings Go to www.garmin.com/ble for compatibility information.
NOTE: This deletes all user-entered information and activity
history. Product Updates
You can reset all settings back to the factory default values. On your computer, install Garmin Express (www.garmin.com
1 Hold . /express). On your smartphone, install the Garmin Connect
2 Select Settings > System > Restore Defaults > Yes. Mobile app.
This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices:
Acquiring Satellite Signals • Software updates
The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite • Data uploads to Garmin Connect
signals. • Product registration
1 Go outdoors to an open area.
Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect Mobile
The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky.
Before you can update your device software using the Garmin
2 Wait while the device locates satellites. Connect Mobile app, you must have a Garmin Connect account,
It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals. and you must pair the device with a compatible smartphone
(Pairing Your Smartphone, page 1).
Improving GPS Satellite Reception
• Frequently sync the device to your Garmin Connect account:
1 Synchronize your device with the Garmin Connect Mobile
app (Using Garmin Connect Mobile, page 9).
◦ Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable
When new software is available, your device alerts you to
and the Garmin Express™ application.
update the software.
◦ Sync your device to the Garmin Connect Mobile app using
your Bluetooth enabled smartphone.
While connected to your Garmin Connect account, the device Updating the Software Using Garmin Express
downloads several days of satellite data, allowing it to quickly Before you can update your device software, you must have a
locate satellite signals. Garmin Connect account, and you must download and install
• Take your device outside to an open area away from tall the Garmin Express application.
buildings and trees. 1 Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.
• Remain stationary for a few minutes. When new software is available, Garmin Express sends it to
your device.
My daily step count does not appear 2 Disconnect the device from your computer.
The daily step count is reset every night at midnight. Your device alerts you to update the software.
If dashes appear instead of your step count, allow the device 3 Select an option.
to acquire satellite signals and set the time automatically.
How can I manually pair ANT+ sensors?
The floors climbed amount does not seem You can use the device settings to manually pair ANT+ sensors.
accurate The first time you connect a sensor to your device using ANT+
Your device uses an internal barometer to measure elevation wireless technology, you must pair the device and sensor. After
changes as you climb floors. A floor climbed is equal to 3 m they are paired, the device connects to the sensor automatically
(10 ft.). when you start an activity and the sensor is active and within
• Avoid holding handrails or skipping steps while climbing range.
stairs. 1 Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other ANT+ sensors while
pairing.
My intensity minutes are flashing 2 If you are pairing a heart rate monitor, put on the heart rate
When you exercise at an intensity level that qualifies toward monitor.
your intensity minutes goal, the intensity minutes flash. The heart rate monitor does not send or receive data until
Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate or you put it on.
vigorous intensity level. 3 Hold .
4 Select Settings > Sensors > Add New.
5 Select an option:
• Select Search All.
• Select your sensor type.
14 Troubleshooting
After the sensor is paired with your device, a message Heart Rate: Your heart rate in beats per minute (bpm). Your
appears. Sensor data appears in the data page loop or a device must be connected to a compatible heart rate monitor.
custom data field. HR %Max.: The percentage of maximum heart rate.
HR Zone: The current range of your heart rate (1 to 5). The
Getting More Information default zones are based on your user profile and maximum
• Go to www.garmin.com/intosports. heart rate (220 minus your age).
• Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter. Interval Distance: The distance traveled for the current interval.
• Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer Interval Distance Per Stroke: The average distance traveled
for information about optional accessories and replacement per stroke during the current interval.
parts.
Interval Lengths: The number of pool lengths completed during
the current interval.
Appendix Interval Pace: The average pace for the current interval.
Interval Stroke Rate: The average number of strokes per
Data Fields minute (spm) during the current interval.
Some data fields require ANT+ accessories to display data. Interval Strokes: The total number of strokes for the current
%HRR: The percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart interval.
rate minus resting heart rate). Interval Strokes/Length: The average number of strokes per
24-Hour Max.: The maximum temperature recorded in the last length during the current interval.
24 hours. Interval SWOLF: The average swolf score for the current
24-Hour Min.: The minimum temperature recorded in the last interval.
24 hours. Interval Time: The stopwatch time for the current interval.
30s Avg. Vertical Speed: The 30-second moving average of Lap %HRR: The average percentage of heart rate reserve
vertical speed. (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current
Average %HRR: The average percentage of heart rate reserve lap.
(maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current Lap Cadence: Cycling. The average cadence for the current
activity. lap.
Average Cadence: Cycling. The average cadence for the Lap Cadence: Running. The average cadence for the current
current activity. lap.
Average Cadence: Running. The average cadence for the Lap Distance: The distance traveled for the current lap.
current activity. Lap HR: The average heart rate for the current lap.
Average Distance Per Stroke: The average distance traveled Lap HR %Max.: The average percentage of maximum heart
per stroke during the current activity. rate for the current lap.
Average HR: The average heart rate for the current activity. Lap Pace: The average pace for the current lap.
Average HR %Max.: The average percentage of maximum Laps: The number of laps completed for the current activity.
heart rate for the current activity.
Lap Speed: The average speed for the current lap.
Average Lap Time: The average lap time for the current
activity. Lap Steps: The number of steps during the current lap.
Average Pace: The average pace for the current activity. Lap Time: The stopwatch time for the current lap.
Average Speed: The average speed for the current activity. Last Interval Distance Per Stroke: The average distance
traveled per stroke during the last completed interval.
Average Stroke Rate: The average number of strokes per
minute (spm) during the current activity. Last Interval Stroke Rate: The average number of strokes per
minute (spm) during the last completed interval.
Average Strokes/Length: The average number of strokes per
length during the current activity. Last Interval Strokes: The total number of strokes for the last
completed interval.
Average SWOLF: The average swolf score for the current
activity. Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one length Last Lap Cadence: Cycling. The average cadence for the last
plus the number of strokes for that length (Swim completed lap.
Terminology, page 6). Last Lap Cadence: Running. The average cadence for the last
Cadence: Cycling. The number of revolutions of the crank arm. completed lap.
Your device must be connected to a cadence accessory for Last Lap Distance: The distance traveled for the last completed
this data to appear. lap.
Cadence: Running. The steps per minute (right and left). Last Lap Pace: The average pace for the last completed lap.
Calories: The amount of total calories burned. Last Lap Speed: The average speed for the last completed lap.
Distance: The distance traveled for the current track or activity. Last Lap Time: The stopwatch time for the last completed lap.
Distance Per Stroke: The distance traveled per stroke. Last Length Pace: The average pace for your last completed
Elapsed Time: The total time recorded. For example, if you start pool length.
the timer and run for 10 minutes, then stop the timer for 5 Last Length Stroke Rate: The average number strokes per
minutes, then start the timer and run for 20 minutes, your minute (spm) during the last completed pool length.
elapsed time is 35 minutes. Last Length Strokes: The total number of strokes for the last
Elevation: The altitude of your current location above or below completed pool length.
sea level. Last Length SWOLF: The swolf score for the last completed
Heading: The direction you are moving. pool length.
Appendix 15
Lengths: The number of pool lengths completed during the Zone % of Perceived Exertion Benefits
current activity. Maximum
Heart Rate
Maximum Speed: The top speed for the current activity.
3 70–80% Moderate pace, more Improved aerobic
Nautical Distance: The distance traveled in nautical meters or difficult to hold capacity, optimal
nautical feet. conversation cardiovascular training
Nautical Speed: The current speed in knots. 4 80–90% Fast pace and a bit Improved anaerobic
Pace: The current pace. uncomfortable, breathing capacity and
forceful threshold, improved
Speed: The current rate of travel. speed
Steps: The number of steps during the current activity. 5 90–100% Sprinting pace, Anaerobic and
Stroke Rate: The number of strokes per minute (spm). unsustainable for long muscular endurance,
period of time, labored increased power
Strokes: The total number of strokes for the current activity. breathing
Sunrise: The time of sunrise based on your GPS position.
Sunset: The time of sunset based on your GPS position. Wheel Size and Circumference
Temperature: The temperature of the air. Your body The wheel size is marked on both sides of the tire. This is not a
temperature affects the temperature sensor. comprehensive list. You can also use one of the calculators
Time in Zone: The time elapsed in each heart rate or power available on the Internet.
zone. Wheel Size L (mm)
Time of Day: The time of day based on your current location 12 × 1.75 935
and time settings (format, time zone, daylight saving time). 14 × 1.5 1020
Timer: The stopwatch time for the current activity. 14 × 1.75 1055
Total Ascent: The total elevation distance ascended during the 16 × 1.5 1185
activity or since the last reset.
16 × 1.75 1195
Total Descent: The total elevation distance descended during 18 × 1.5 1340
the activity or since the last reset.
18 × 1.75 1350
Vertical Speed: The rate of ascent or descent over time.
20 × 1.75 1515
20 × 1-3/8 1615
Fitness Goals
22 × 1-3/8 1770
Knowing your heart rate zones can help you measure and
improve your fitness by understanding and applying these 22 × 1-1/2 1785
principles. 24 × 1 1753
• Your heart rate is a good measure of exercise intensity. 24 × 3/4 Tubular 1785
• Training in certain heart rate zones can help you improve 24 × 1-1/8 1795
cardiovascular capacity and strength. 24 × 1-1/4 1905
• Knowing your heart rate zones can prevent you from 24 × 1.75 1890
overtraining and can decrease your risk of injury. 24 × 2.00 1925
If you know your maximum heart rate, you can use the table 24 × 2.125 1965
(Heart Rate Zone Calculations, page 16) to determine the best 26 × 7/8 1920
heart rate zone for your fitness objectives.
26 × 1(59) 1913
If you do not know your maximum heart rate, use one of the
26 × 1(65) 1952
calculators available on the Internet. Some gyms and health
centers can provide a test that measures maximum heart rate. 26 × 1.25 1953
The default maximum heart rate is 220 minus your age. 26 × 1-1/8 1970
26 × 1-3/8 2068
About Heart Rate Zones 26 × 1-1/2 2100
Many athletes use heart rate zones to measure and increase 26 × 1.40 2005
their cardiovascular strength and improve their level of fitness. A
26 × 1.50 2010
heart rate zone is a set range of heartbeats per minute. The five
commonly accepted heart rate zones are numbered from 1 to 5 26 × 1.75 2023
according to increasing intensity. Generally, heart rate zones are 26 × 1.95 2050
calculated based on percentages of your maximum heart rate. 26 × 2.00 2055
26 × 2.10 2068
Heart Rate Zone Calculations 26 × 2.125 2070
Zone % of Perceived Exertion Benefits 26 × 2.35 2083
Maximum 26 × 3.00 2170
Heart Rate
27 × 1 2145
1 50–60% Relaxed, easy pace, Beginning-level
rhythmic breathing aerobic training, 27 × 1-1/8 2155
reduces stress 27 × 1-1/4 2161
2 60–70% Comfortable pace, Basic cardiovascular 27 × 1-3/8 2169
slightly deeper training, good
650 × 35A 2090
breathing, conversation recovery pace
possible 650 × 38A 2125
650 × 38B 2105
16 Appendix
Wheel Size L (mm) EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
700 × 18C 2070 (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF
SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA,
700 × 19C 2080
OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER
700 × 20C 2086 CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN
700 × 23C 2096 CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING
700 × 25C 2105 NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT
700 × 28C 2136 OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
700 × 30C 2170
700 × 32C 2155
Symbol Definitions
700C Tubular 2130 These symbols may appear on the device or accessory labels.
700 × 35C 2168
WEEE disposal and recycling symbol. The WEEE symbol is
700 × 38C 2180 attached to the product in compliance with the EU directive
700 × 40C 2200 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE). It is intended to deter the improper disposal of this
product and to promote reuse and recycling.
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 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
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Appendix 17
Index history 5–8
sending to computer 8, 9
T
tempe 12
temperature 12
A I time 11
accessories 12, 14, 15 icons 1 settings 11
activities 5, 9 indoor training 7 time of day 11
custom 7 intensity minutes 4, 14 time zones 11
saving 5 intervals 6 timer 5–7
starting 5 countdown 11
activity tracking 4 K
touchscreen 1
alarms 11 keys 1, 5, 13
training 1, 9, 10
alerts 9, 10 pages 5
cadence 9
L
laps 5, 8 troubleshooting 3, 14, 15
distance 10
layup 6
heart rate 9
lengths 6
U
time 10 unit ID 13
ANT+ sensors 12 license 13
units of measure 12
applications 1, 3 locations 7
updates, software 14
smartphone 1, 5 deleting 7
uploading data 9
apps 9 locking, screen 1, 11
USB 14
Auto Lap 10 M disconnecting 13
Auto Pause 10 main menu, customizing 3 user data, deleting 13
auto scroll 10 maps 7 user profile 9
B measuring a shot 6
menu 1
V
backlight 1, 11 VIRB remote 4
battery N
charging 13 navigation 7
W
maximizing 2, 11, 13 walking intervals 10
stopping 8
bike sensors 12 watch face 1
notifications 2
Bluetooth technology 1, 2, 10, 14 watch faces 3, 9, 10
Bluetooth Technology 2 O weather 4
odometer 6 wheel sizes 12, 16
C widgets 1–4
cadence, sensors 12 P
calibrating, compass 8 paddle boarding 7 Z
calories 14 pairing zones
charging 13 ANT+ sensors 3, 12, 14 heart rate 2, 3
cleaning the device 13 smartphone 1 time 11
clock 11 personal records 8
color screen 10 deleting 8
compass 8 pool size
calibrating 8 custom 6
Connect IQ 1, 3, 4 setting 6
contrast 10 profiles 5
countdown timer 11 user 9
courses
playing 6 R
selecting 6 resetting the device 14
customizing the device 9, 10 rowing 6
cycling 5
S
D satellite signals 1, 14
data saving activities 5–7
storing 8, 9 scorecard 6
transferring 8, 9 screen 11
uploading 9 settings 3, 9–12, 14
data fields 1, 3, 5, 9, 15 device 11
deleting skiing 7
all user data 13 alpine 7
history 8 snowboarding 7
personal records 8 sleep mode 1, 4
dogleg 6 smartphone 3, 4, 14
applications 1, 5
F pairing 1
foot pod 1, 12 snowboarding 7
software
G updating 14
Garmin Connect 1, 3, 4, 8, 9, 11, 14 version 13
storing data 9 software license agreement 17
Garmin Express, updating software 14 specifications 13
GLONASS 9 speed and cadence sensors 1, 12
goals 11 stand up paddle boarding (SUP) 7
GPS 1, 9 steps 4
signal 14 stopwatch 11
H storing data 8
strokes 6
heart rate 1, 2
swimming 6
monitor 2, 3
swolf score 6
pairing sensors 3
system settings 11
zones 2, 3, 8, 16
18 Index
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