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Garmin fenix 3 Owner's Manual

1. Keys Select to turn the backlight on and off LIGHT Hold to turn the device on and off Select to start or stop an activity START Select to choose an option in a menu STOP Select to return to the previous page BACK Select to record a lap or a rest during an activity LAP Select to scroll through widgets menus and messages DOWN Hold to view the clock from any page Select to scroll through widgets menus and messages UP Select to dismiss a short message or notification Hold to view the main menu Charging the Device To prevent corrosion thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer Refer to the cleaning instructions in the appendix The device is powered by a built in lithium ion battery that you can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer 1 Plug the USB end of the cable into the AC adapter or a computer USB port 2 Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet 3 Pinch the sides of the charging cradle to open the arms on the cradle 4 With the contacts aligned place the device into the cradle and release the arms to hold the device in place When you connect the device to a power source the device turns on and the battery charge level appears on the screen 5 Charge the device completely Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Device You sh
2. Females Percentile 20 29 30 39 40 49 50 59 60 69 70 79 Superior 95 49 6 47 4 45 3 41 1 37 8 36 7 Excellent 80 43 9 42 4 39 7 36 7 33 30 9 Good 60 39 5 37 8 36 3 33 30 28 1 Fair 40 36 1 34 4 33 30 1 27 5 25 9 Poor 0 40 lt 36 1 lt 34 4 lt 33 lt 30 1 lt 27 5 lt 25 9 Data reprinted with permission from The Cooper Institute For more information go to www Cooperlnstitute org Viewing Your Predicted Race Times Before you can view your projected race times running only you must put on a heart rate monitor and pair it with your device For the most accurate estimate complete the user profile setup Setting Up Your User Profile and set your maximum heart rate Setting Your Heart Rate Zones Your device uses the VO2 max estimate About VO2 Max Estimates and published data sources to provide a target race time based on your current state of fitness This projection also presumes you have completed the proper training for the race NOTE The projections may seem inaccurate at first The device requires a few runs to learn about your running performance 1 Put on your heart rate monitor and go for a run 2 Hold UP 3 Select My Stats gt Race Predictor Your projected race times appear for 5K 10K half marathon and marathon distances Recovery Advisor You can use your Garmin device paired with the heart rate monitor to display how much time remains before you are fully recover
3. e Select Guide to turn on or off a guide page that shows the compass bearing you should follow while navigating e Select a screen to add remove and customize the data screens shown while navigating System Settings Hold UP and select Settings gt System Customizing Your Device 15 User Profile Allows you to access and customize your personal statistics Setting Up Your User Profile Language Sets the language displayed on the device Time Adjusts the time settings Time Settings Backlight Adjusts the backlight settings Backlight Settings Sounds Sets the device sounds such as key tones alerts and vibrations Units Sets the units of measure used on the device Changing the Units of Measure GLONASS The default satellite system option is GPS You can enable the GLONASS option for increased performance in challenging environments and faster position acquisition Using the GPS and GLONASS options can reduce battery life more than using the GPS option only Pos Format Sets the geographical position format and datum options Format Sets general format preferences such as the pace and speed shown during activities and the start ofthe week Data Recording Sets how the device records activity data The Smart recording option default allows for longer activity recordings The Every Second recording option provides more detailed activity recordings but may not record entire activities that last for l
4. Last Lap Pace The average pace for the last completed lap Last Lap Power The average power output for the last completed lap Last Lap Speed The average speed for the last completed lap Last Lap Time The stopwatch time for the last completed lap Last Len Pace The average pace for your last completed pool length Last Len SWOLF The swolf score for the last completed pool length Lat Lon The current position in latitude and longitude regardless of the selected position format setting Lengths The number of pool lengths completed during the current activity Location The current position using the selected position format setting Max Ascent The maximum rate of ascent in feet per minute or meters per minute since the last reset Max Descent The maximum rate of descent in meters per minute or feet per minute since the last reset Max Elevation The highest elevation reached since the last reset Max Lap Power The top power output for the current lap Maximum Speed The top speed for the current activity Max Power The top power output for the current activity Min Elevation The lowest elevation reached since the last reset Nautical Dist The distance traveled in nautical meters or nautical feet Nautical Speed The current speed in knots NP The Normalized Power for the current activity Off Course The distance to the left or right by which you have strayed from the original path of travel
5. You must be navigating for this data to appear Pace The current pace Pedal Smooth The measurement of how evenly a rider is applying force to the pedals throughout each pedal stroke Power The current power output in watts Power to Weight The current power measured in watts per kilogram Power Zone The current range of power output 1 to 7 based on your FTP or custom settings Repeat On The timer for the last interval plus the current rest pool swimming 20 Appendix Rest Timer The timer for the current rest pool swimming Speed The current rate of travel Steps The number of steps recorded by the foot pod Stroke Rate The number of strokes per minute spm Strokes The total number of strokes for the current activity Sunrise The time of sunrise based on your GPS position Sunset The time of sunset based on your GPS position Temperature The temperature of the air Your body temperature affects the temperature sensor Time in Zone The time elapsed in each heart rate or power zone Time of Day The time of day based on your current location and time settings format time zone daylight saving time Timer The current time of the countdown timer Torque Effectiveness The measurement of how efficiently a rider is pedaling Total Ascent The total elevation distance ascended since the last reset Total Descent The total elevation distance descended since the last reset Training Effec
6. 1 Hold UP 2 Select My Stats gt Records NOTE This does not delete any saved activities 3 Select a sport 4 Select Clear All Records gt Yes Color Gauges and Running Dynamics Data The records are deleted for that sport only Running Dynamics You can use your compatible f nix 3 device paired with the HRM Run accessory to provide real time feedback about your running form If your f nix 3 device was packaged with the HRM Run accessory the devices are already paired The HRM Run accessory has an accelerometer in the module that measures torso movement in order to calculate three running metrics cadence vertical oscillation and ground contact time NOTE The HRM Run accessory is compatible with several ANT fitness products and can display heart rate data when paired The running dynamics features are available only on some Garmin devices Cadence Cadence is the number of steps per minute It displays total steps right and left combined Vertical oscillation Vertical oscillation is your bounce while running It displays the vertical motion of your torso measured in centimeters for each step Ground contact time Ground contact time is the amount of time in each step that you spend on the ground while running It is measured in milliseconds NOTE Ground contact time is not available while walking Training with Running Dynamics Before you can view running dynamics you must put on the HRM Run accessory a
7. 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Bluetooth gt Status gt Off to turn off Bluetooth wireless technology on your f nix 3 device Refer to the owner s manual for your mobile device to turn off Bluetooth wireless technology on your mobile device Garmin Connect You can connect with your friends on Garmin Connect Garmin Connect gives you the tools to track analyze share and encourage each other Record the events of your active lifestyle including runs walks rides swims hikes triathlons and more To sign up for a free account go to www garminconnect com start Store your activities After you complete and save an activity with your device you can upload that activity to Garmin Connect and keep it as long as you want Connected Features 11 Analyze your data You can view more detailed information about your activity including time distance elevation heart rate calories burned cadence VO2 max running dynamics an overhead map view pace and speed charts and customizable reports NOTE Some data requires an optional accessory such as a heart rate monitor connect ae o iu 3L00p 7 3 28 mi 30 32 9 18 338 ft Plan your training You can choose a fitness goal and load one of the day by day training plans Share your activities You can connect with friends to follow each other s activities or post links to your activities on your favorite social networking sites Using Garmin Connect
8. 3 When you wake select STOP gt Yes to exit sleep mode NOTE If you forget to put the device into sleep mode you can enter your sleep and wake times manually into your Garmin Connect account to view your sleep statistics Workouts You can create custom workouts that include goals for each workout step and for varied distances times and calories You can create workouts using Garmin Connect or select a training plan that has built in workouts from Garmin Connect and transfer them to your device You can schedule workouts using Garmin Connect You can plan workouts in advance and store them on your device Following a Workout From the Web Before you can download a workout from Garmin Connect you must have a Garmin Connect account Garmin Connect 1 Connect the device to your computer 2 Go to www garminconnect com 3 Create and save a new workout Training 4 Select Send to Device and follow the on screen instructions 5 Disconnect the device Starting a Workout Before you can start a workout you must download a workout from your Garmin Connect account 1 Hold UP 2 Select Training gt My Workouts 3 Select a workout 4 Select Do Workout 5 Ifnecessary select an activity type 6 Select START to start the timer After you begin a workout the device displays each step of the workout the target optional and the current workout data About the Training Calendar The training calendar on your device is
9. 5 alarms 9 13 alerts 9 13 14 altimeter 10 15 calibrating 15 ANT sensors 16 applications 11 12 smartphone 1 auto climb 14 Auto Lap 14 Auto Pause 14 auto scroll 14 B backlight 1 16 bands 17 barometer 10 15 battery 17 charging 1 life 17 maximizing 11 15 18 replacing 18 bike sensors 17 Bluetooth technology 11 Cc cadence 2 7 alerts 14 sensors 17 calendar 6 calibrating altimeter 15 compass 15 calorie alerts 14 charging 1 cleaning the device 17 18 clock 9 compass 10 15 calibrating 15 Connect IQ 12 coordinates 10 countdown timer 9 customizing the device 13 cycling 3 D data pages 13 15 storing 11 12 transferring 11 12 uploading 12 data fields 2 12 deleting all user data 18 history 11 personal records 7 distance 14 alerts 14 drills 3 F fitness 9 foot pod 16 17 G Garmin Connect 1 5 6 11 12 storing data 11 12 Garmin Express 1 12 registering the device 1 updating software 1 GLONASS 15 goals 6 7 GPS 14 15 ground contact time 7 H heart rate alerts 14 monitor 8 9 16 18 zones 4 5 11 hiking 2 history 3 4 10 11 deleting 11 sending to computer 11 12 l intervals 3 workouts 6 K keys 1 15 L language 15 lengths 3 lifetime athlete 5 locations 10 saving 10 M main menu customizing 15 maps 13 15 browsing 10 navigating 10 updating 1 menu 1 metronome 2 multisport 4 10 N navigation 13 15 Sight N Go 10 north reference 15 notificatio
10. Descent The vertical distance of descent for the current lap Lap Distance The distance traveled for the current lap Lap GCT The average amount of ground contact time for the current lap Lap HR The average heart rate for the current lap Lap HR Max The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current lap Lap NP The average Normalized Power for the current lap Lap Pace The average pace for the current lap Lap Power The average power output for the current lap Laps The number of laps completed for the current activity Lap Speed The average speed for the current lap Lap Time The stopwatch time for the current lap Lap Vert Osc The average amount of vertical oscillation for the current lap Last Int Dist The distance traveled for the last completed interval Last Int Pace The average pace for the last completed interval Last Int Time The stopwatch time for the last completed interval Last Lap Ascent The vertical distance of ascent for the last completed lap Last Lap Cad Cycling The average cadence for the last completed lap Last Lap Cad Running The average cadence for the last completed lap Last Lap Descent The vertical distance of descent for the last completed lap Last Lap Dist The distance traveled for the last completed lap Last Lap HR The average heart rate for the last completed lap Last Lap NP The average Normalized Power for the last completed lap
11. Swolf is ameasurement of swimming efficiency and like golf a lower score is better Stroke Types Stroke type identification is available only for pool swimming Your stroke type is identified at the end of a length Stroke types appear when you are viewing interval history You can also select stroke type as a custom data field Customizing the Data Screens Free Freestyle Back Backstroke Breast Breaststroke Fly Butterfly Mixed More than one stroke type in an interval Drill Used with drill logging Training with the Drill Log Resting During Pool Swimming The default rest screen displays two rest timers It also displays time and distance for the last completed interval NOTE Swim data is not recorded during a rest 1 During your swim activity select LAP to start a rest The display reverses to white text on a black background and the rest screen appears 2 During a rest select UP or DOWN to view other data screens optional 3 Select LAP and continue swimming 4 Repeat for additional rest intervals Training with the Drill Log The drill log feature is available only for pool swimming You can use the drill log feature to manually record kick sets one arm swimming or any type of swimming that is not one of the four major strokes The drill time is recorded and you must enter the distance TIP You can customize the data screens and data fields for your pool swim activity C
12. Using the Metronome The metronome feature plays tones at a steady rhythm to help you improve your performance by training at a faster slower or more consistent cadence 1 Hold UP Activities 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Metronome gt Status gt On 5 Select an option Select Beats Minute to enter a value based on the cadence you want to maintain Select Alert Frequency to customize the frequency of the beats e Select Sounds to customize the metronome tone and vibration 6 If necessary select Preview to listen to the metronome feature before you run 7 Hold DOWN to return to the clock 8 Go for a run Going for a Run The metronome starts automatically 9 During your run select UP or DOWN to view the metronome screen 101f necessary hold UP to change the metronome settings Biking Going for a Ride Before you go for a ride you should charge the device Charging the Device Before you can use an ANT sensor for your ride you must pair the sensor with your device Pairing ANT Sensors 1 Pair your ANT sensors such as a heart rate monitor speed sensor or cadence sensor optional 2 From the clock select START 3 Select Bike 4 When using optional ANT sensors wait while the device connects to the sensors 5 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites 6 Select START to start the t
13. activities 1 Hold UP 2 Select Training gt Race an Activity 3 Select an option Select From History to select a previously recorded activity from your device e Select Downloaded to select an activity you downloaded from your Garmin Connect account 4 Select the activity The Virtual Partner screen appears indicating your estimated finish time 5 Select START to start the timer 6 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Personal Records When you complete an activity the device displays any new personal records you achieved during that activity Personal records include your fastest time over several typical race distances and longest run or ride For cycling personal records also include most ascent and best power power meter required Viewing Your Personal Records 1 Hold UP Select My Stats gt Records Select a sport Select a record Select View Record a mR W ND Restoring a Personal Record You can set each personal record back to the one previously recorded Hold UP Select My Stats gt Records Select a sport Select a record to restore Select Previous gt Yes NOTE This does not delete any saved activities akhwhDd Clearing a Personal Record Hold UP Select My Stats gt Records Select a sport Select a record to delete Select Clear Record gt Yes NOTE This does not delete any saved activities a khWwWhNDN Clearing All Personal Records
14. an extension of the training calendar or schedule you set up in Garmin Connect After you have added a few workouts to the Garmin Connect calendar you can send them to your device All scheduled workouts sent to the device appear in the training calendar list by date When you select a day in the training calendar you can view or do the workout The scheduled workout stays on your device whether you complete it or skip it When you send scheduled workouts from Garmin Connect they overwrite the existing training calendar Using Garmin Connect Training Plans Before you can download and use a training plan from Garmin Connect you must have a Garmin Connect account Garmin Connect You can browse Garmin Connect to find a training plan schedule workouts and courses and download the plan to your device 1 Connect the device to your computer 2 Go to www garminconnect com 3 Select and schedule a training plan 4 Review the training plan in your calendar 5 Select and follow the on screen instructions Interval Workouts You can create interval workouts based on distance or time The device saves your custom interval workout until you create another interval workout You can use open intervals for track workouts and when you are running a known distance When you select LAP the device records an interval and moves to a rest interval Creating an Interval Workout 1 Hold UP 2 Select Training gt Intervals gt Edit gt In
15. at regular intervals Speed Range You can set minimum and maximum speed values Time Event You can set a time interval recurring Setting an Alert 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Alerts 5 Select an option e Select Add New to add a new alert for the activity e Select the alert name to edit an existing alert 6 If necessary select the type of alert 7 Selecta zone enter the minimum and maximum values or enter a custom value for the alert 8 If necessary turn on the alert For event and recurring alerts a message appears each time you reach the alert value For range alerts a message appears each time you exceed or drop below the specified range minimum and maximum values Auto Lap Marking Laps by Distance You can use Auto Lap to mark a lap at a specific distance automatically This feature is helpful for comparing your performance over different parts of an activity for example every 1 mile or 5 kilometers 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Auto Lap 5 Select an option e Select Auto Lap to turn Auto Lap on or off e Select Auto Distance to adjust the distance between laps Each time you complete a lap a message appears that displays the time for that lap The device also beeps or vibrates if audible tones are turned
16. device features with new watch faces widgets apps and data fields Enabling Bluetooth Notifications Before you can enable notifications you must pair the f nix 3 device with a compatible mobile device Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Device 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Bluetooth gt Smart Notifications gt Status gt On 3 Select During Activity 4 Select a notification preference 5 Select a sound preference 6 Select Watch Mode 7 Select a notification preference 8 Select a sound preference 9 Select Timeout 1 0 Select the amount of time the alert for a new notification appears on the screen Viewing Notifications 1 From the clock select UP to view the notifications widget 2 Select START and select a notification 3 If necessary select DOWN to scroll through the contents of the notification 4 Select BACK to return to the previous screen The notification remains on your f nix 3 device until you view it or clear it on your mobile device Managing Notifications You can use your compatible mobile device to manage notifications displayed on your f nix 3 device Select an option e If you are using an iOS device use the notification center settings on your mobile device to select the items to show on the device e If you are using an Android device use the app settings in the Garmin Connect Mobile app to select the items to show on the device Turning Off Bluetooth Technology
17. device to detect elevation changes automatically using the built in altimeter Auto Run Enables the device to detect ski runs automatically using the built in accelerometer 3D Speed Calculates your speed using your elevation change and your horizontal movement over ground 3D Speed and Distance 3D Distance Calculates your distance traveled using your elevation change and your horizontal movement over ground Auto Scroll Enables you to cycle through all of the activity data screens automatically while the timer is running Using Auto Scroll GPS Sets the mode for the GPS antenna UltraTrac Pool Size Sets the pool length for pool swimming Going for a Pool Swim Stroke Detect Enables stroke detection for pool swimming Power Save Sets the power save timeout setting for an activity Power Save Timeout Settings Background Color Sets the background color of each activity to black or white Accent Color Sets the accent color of each activity to help identify which activity is active Status Shows or hides the selected activity in the apps list Move Up Adjusts the position of the activity in the apps list Move Down Adjusts the position of the activity in the apps list Remove Deletes the activity NOTE This deletes the activity from the apps list and all user entered activity settings You can restore all of the device settings to the factory default values to add a removed activity back to the list R
18. instructions e Rinse the strap after every use e Machine wash the strap after every seven uses e Do not put the strap in a dryer e When drying the strap hang it up or lay it flat To prolong the life of your heart rate monitor unsnap the module when not in use HRM Run Specifications Battery type User replaceable CR2032 3 volts Battery life 1 year 1 hour per day Water rating 3 ATM NOTE This product does not transmit heart rate data while swimming After you replace the heart rate monitor battery you may need to pair it with the device again Data Management NOTE The device is not compatible with Windows 95 98 Me Windows NT and Mac OS 10 3 and earlier 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 to safely disconnect 1 Complete an action For Windows computers select the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray and select your device For Mac computers drag the volume icon to the trash 2 Disconnect the cable from your computer Deleting Files NOTICE If you do not know the purpose of a file do not delete it Your device memory contains important system files that should not be deleted Operating temperature From 20 to 60 C
19. is 4 days and the minimum time is 6 hours About Training Effect Training Effect measures the impact of an activity on your aerobic fitness Training Effect accumulates during the activity As the activity progresses the training effect value increases telling you how the activity has improved your fitness Training Effect is determined by your user profile information heart rate duration and intensity of your activity It is important to know that your Training Effect numbers 1 0 5 0 may seem abnormally high during your first few runs It takes several activities for the device to learn your aerobic fitness Training Effect Description 1 0 1 9 Helps recovery short activities Improves endurance with longer activities more than 40 minutes 2 0 2 9 Maintains your aerobic fitness 3 0 3 9 Improves your aerobic fitness if repeated as part of your weekly training program 4 0 4 9 Highly improves your aerobic fitness if repeated 1 2 times per week with adequate recovery time 5 0 Causes temporary overload with high improvement Train up to this number with extreme care Requires additional recovery days Training Effect technology is provided and supported by Firstbeat Technologies Ltd For more information go to www firstbeattechnologies com Clock Setting the Alarm 1 Hold UP 2 Select Clock gt Alarm Clock gt Status gt On 3 Select Time and enter the alarm time 4 If necessar
20. max is the maximum volume of oxygen in milliliters you can consume per minute per kilogram of body weight at your maximum performance In simple terms VO2 max is an indication of athletic performance and should increase as your level of fitness improves VO2 max estimates are provided and supported by Firstbeat Technologies Ltd The f nix 3 device has separate VO2 max estimates for running and cycling You can use your Garmin device paired with a compatible heart rate monitor and power meter to display your cycling VO2 max estimate You can use your Garmin device paired with a compatible heart rate monitor to display your running VO2 max estimate Your VO2 max estimate appears as a number and position on the color gauge Running VO2 Max A Purple Superior C Blue Excellent reen 00 G Good VO2 Max Standard Ratings VO2 max data and analysis is provided with permission from The Cooper Institute For more information see the appendix VO2 Max Standard Ratings and go to www Cooperlnstitute org Getting Your VO2 Max Estimate for Running Before you can view your VO2 max estimate you must put on the heart rate monitor and pair it with your device Pairing ANT Sensors If your f nix 3 device was packaged with a heart rate monitor the devices are already paired For the most accurate estimate complete the user profile setup Setting Up Your User Profile and set y
21. on System Settings If necessary you can customize the data pages to display additional lap data Customizing the Data Screens Customizing the Lap Alert Message You can customize one or two data fields that appear in the lap alert message 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Auto Lap gt Lap Alert 5 Select a data field to change it 6 Select Preview optional Enabling Auto Pause You can use the Auto Pause feature to pause the timer automatically when you stop moving This feature is helpful if your activity includes stop lights or other places where you must stop NOTE History is not recorded while the timer is stopped or paused 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Auto Pause 5 Select an option e To pause the timer automatically when you stop moving select When Stopped e To pause the timer automatically when your pace or speed drops below a specified level select Custom Enabling Auto Climb You can use the auto climb feature to detect elevation changes automatically You can use it during activities such as climbing hiking running or biking 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Auto Climb gt Status gt On 5 Select Run Scree
22. step that you spend on the ground while running measured in milliseconds Ground contact time is not calculated while walking Glide Ratio The ratio of horizontal distance traveled to the change in vertical distance Glide Ratio Dest The glide ratio required to descend from your current position to the destination elevation You must be navigating for this data to appear GPS Elevation The altitude of your current location using GPS GPS Heading The direction you are moving based on GPS Grade The calculation of rise elevation over run distance For example if for every 3 m 10 ft you climb you travel 60 m 200 ft the grade is 5 Heading The direction you are moving Heart Rate Your heart rate in beats per minute bpm Your device must be connected to a compatible heart rate monitor HR Max The percentage of maximum heart rate Appendix 19 HR Zone The current range of your heart rate 1 to 5 The default zones are based on your user profile and maximum heart rate 220 minus your age Int Distance The distance traveled for the current interval Int Pace The average pace for the current interval Int SWOLF The average swolf score for the current interval Intensity Factor The Intensity Factor for the current activity Interval Lengths The number of pool lengths completed during the current interval Interval Time The stopwatch time for the current interval Int Strk Len The avera
23. the calibration factor if your distance is too low e Decrease the calibration factor if your distance is too high tempe The tempe is an ANT wireless temperature sensor You can attach the sensor to a secure strap or loop where it is exposed to ambient air and therefore provides a consistent source of accurate temperature data You must pair the tempe with your device to display temperature data from the tempe Device Information Viewing Device Information You can view the unit ID software version and license agreement 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt System gt About Device Care NOTICE Do not use a sharp object to clean the device Avoid chemical cleaners solvents and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to chlorine salt water sunscreen cosmetics alcohol or other harsh chemicals Prolonged exposure to these substances can damage the case Avoid pressing the keys under water Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment because it can degrade the life of the product Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur because it can cause permanent damage Cleaning the Device Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause corrosion of the electrical contacts when connected to a charger Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer 1 Wipe the device us
24. A GARMIN fenix 3 Owner s Manual March 2015 Printed in Taiwan 190 01840 00_0C All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of Garmin Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements Go to www garmin com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use of this product Garmin the Garmin logo ANT Auto Lap Auto Pause f nix TracBack VIRB and Virtual Partner are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries registered in the USA and other countries Connect IQ Garmin Connect Garmin Express HRM Run tempe and Vector are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Garmin is under license The Cooper Institute as well as any related trademarks are the property of The Cooper Institute Firstbeat and Analyzed by Firstbeat are registered or unregistered trademarks of Firstbeat Technologies Ltd iOS is a registered trademark of Cisco Systems Inc used under license by Apple Inc Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc registered in
25. Clearing All Personal Records NNNANNNODODDDMDMHDMDVDDOGVUG AG UGUGUMUGUUMSG Running Dynamics ersehen Training with Runni 1g Dynamics Viewing Y t Recovery Advisor Turning On the Recovery Advisor Viewing Your Recovery Time About Training Effect Clock Setting the Alarm Starting the Cou Using the Stopwatch Setting Sunrise and Sunset Alerts Navigation neeenseennsennennennnnn Saving Your LUN nee Navigating to a Destination Navigating with Sight N Go COMPASS erion Map g and Zooming the Map ating To Your Starting Point Altimeter and Barometer EI IE History Using History Multisport History Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Viewing Step Totals Viewing Data Totals Deleting History Using the Odometer Connected Features unl Notif cations sss Turning Off Bluetooth ass EEE REED re Garmin Connect ER RE E E T en Satine N Customizing the Data Screens Adding a ji to an Activity 3D a aid nn Table of Contents Putting On ihe He ar R gt for Err Heart Rate Da e Cadence ii Table of Contents Introduction 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
26. Mobile You can upload all of your activity data to your Garmin Connect account for comprehensive analysis With your Garmin Connect account you can view a map of your activity and share your activities with friends You can turn on auto upload in the Garmin Connect Mobile app 1 From the Garmin Connect Mobile app select gt Devices 2 Select your f nix 3 device and select Device Settings 3 Select the toggle switch to turn on auto upload Manually Uploading Data to Garmin Connect Mobile 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Bluetooth gt Sync Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer If you have not paired your f nix 3 device with your smartphone you can upload all of your activity data to your Garmin Connect account using your computer 1 Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable 2 Go to www garminconnect com start 3 Follow the on screen instructions Wi Fi Connected Features The f nix 3 device has Wi Fi connected features The Garmin Connect Mobile app is not required for you to use Wi Fi connectivity Activity uploads to your Garmin Connect account Automatically sends your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you finish recording the activity Workouts and training plans Allows you to browse for and select workouts and training plans on the Garmin Connect site The next time your device has a Wi Fi connection the files are wirelessly sent to your device Software updates Your devic
27. Set Pace or Set Speed Enter a value Begin your activity Select UP or DOWN to scroll to the Virtual Partner screen and see who is leading ONO BR Setting a Training Target The training target feature works with the Virtual Partner feature so you can train toward a set distance distance and time distance and pace or distance and speed goal During your training activity the device gives you real time feedback about how close you are to achieving your training target 1 Hold UP 2 Select Training gt Set a Target 3 Select an activity 4 Select an option e Select Distance Only to select a preset distance or enter a custom distance e Select Distance and Time to select a distance and time target Select Distance and Pace or Distance and Speed to select a distance and pace or speed target The training target screen appears indicating your estimated finish time The estimated finish time is based on your current performance and the time remaining 5 Select START to start the timer 6 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Cancelling a Training Target 1 During the activity hold UP 2 Select Training gt Cancel Target gt Yes Training Racing a Previous Activity You can race a previously recorded or downloaded activity This feature works with the Virtual Partner feature so you can see how far ahead or behind you are during the activity NOTE This feature is not available for all
28. You can also add Connect IQ activity apps to your device using the Garmin Connect Mobile app Connect IQ Features Starting an Activity When you start an activity GPS turns on automatically if required When you stop the activity the device returns to watch mode 1 From the clock select START 2 Select an activity 3 If necessary follow the on screen instructions to enter additional information 4 If necessary wait while the device connects to your ANT sensors 5 Ifthe activity requires GPS go outside and wait while the device locates satellites 6 Select START to start the timer NOTE The device does not record your activity data until you start the timer Stopping an Activity NOTE Some options are not available for some activities 1 Select STOP 2 Select an option To follow your track back to the starting point of your activity select TracBack e To resume your activity select Resume e To save the activity and return to watch mode select Save e To discard the activity and return to watch mode select Discard e To suspend your activity and resume it at a later time select Resume Later Skiing Going Cross Country Skiing Before you go skiing you should charge the device Charging the Device 1 From the clock select START Select XC Ski Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites Select START to start the timer History is recorded only while the timer is r
29. a destination and select Go To 5 Select an activity Navigation information appears 6 Select START to begin navigation 7 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional Navigating with Sight N Go You can point the device at an object in the distance such as a water tower lock in the direction and then navigate to the object 1 Hold UP 2 Select Navigation gt Sight N Go 3 Point the top of the watch at an object and select START 4 Select an activity Navigation information appears 5 Select START to begin navigation 6 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional Compass The device has a 3 axis compass with automatic calibration The compass features and appearance change depending on your activity whether GPS is enabled and whether you are navigating to a destination You can manually change the compass settings Compass Settings Map A represents your location on the map Location names and symbols appear on the map When you are navigating to a destination your route is marked with a line on the map e Map navigation Panning and Zooming the Map Map settings Customizing Map Features Panning and Zooming the Map 1 While navigating select UP or DOWN to view the map 2 Hold UP 3 Select Pan Zoom 4 Select an option To toggle between panning up and down panning left and right or zooming select START To pan or zoom the map select UP and DOWN To quit selec
30. cise intensity e Training in certain heart rate zones can help you improve cardiovascular capacity and strength e Knowing your heart rate zones can prevent you from overtraining and can decrease your risk of injury If you know your maximum heart rate you can use the table Heart Rate Zone Calculations to determine the best heart rate zone for your fitness objectives If you do not know your maximum heart rate use one of the calculators available on the Internet Some gyms and health centers can provide a test that measures maximum heart rate The default maximum heart rate is 220 minus your age About Heart Rate Zones Many athletes use heart rate zones to measure and increase their cardiovascular strength and improve their level of fitness A heart rate zone is a set range of heartbeats per minute The five commonly accepted heart rate zones are numbered from 1 to 5 according to increasing intensity Generally heart rate zones are calculated based on percentages of your maximum heart rate Setting Your Heart Rate Zones The device uses your user profile information from the initial setup to determine your default heart rate zones The device has separate heart rate zones for running and cycling For the most accurate calorie data during your activity set your maximum heart rate You can also set each heart rate zone and enter your resting heart rate manually You can manually adjust your zones on the device or using your Garmin C
31. e during your activity 1 Snap the heart rate monitor module onto the strap A Q The Garmin logos on the module and the strap should be right side up 2 Wet the electrodes and the contact patches on the back of the strap to create a strong connection between your chest and the transmitter 4 3 2 oror 3 Wrap the strap around your chest and connect the strap hook to the loop NOTE The care tag should not fold over 16 ANT Sensors The Garmin logos should be right side up 4 Bring the device within 3 m 10 ft of the heart rate monitor After you put on the heart rate monitor it is active and sending data TIP If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear see the troubleshooting tips Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data Ifthe heart rate data is erratic or does not appear you can try these tips e Reapply water to the electrodes and contact patches Tighten the strap on your chest e Warm up for 5 10 minutes e Follow the care instructions Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor e Wear a cotton shirt or thoroughly wet both sides of the strap Synthetic fabrics that rub or flap against the heart rate monitor can create static electricity that interferes with heart rate signals e Move away from sources that can interfere with your heart rate monitor Sources of interference may include strong electromagnetic fields some 2 4 GHz wireless senso
32. e downloads the latest software update when a Wi Fi connection is available The next time you turn on or unlock the device you can follow the on screen instructions to install the software update Setting Up Wi Fi Connectivity 1 Go to www garminconnect com start and download the Garmin Express application 2 Follow the on screen instructions to set up Wi Fi connectivity with Garmin Express Connect IQ Features You can add Connect IQ features to your watch from Garmin and other providers using the Garmin Connect Mobile app Watch Faces Allow you to customize the appearance of the clock Data Fields Allow you to download new data fields that present sensor activity and history data in new ways You can add Connect IQ data fields to built in features and pages Widgets Provide information at a glance including sensor data and notifications Apps Add interactive features to your watch such as new outdoor and fitness activity types Downloading Connect IQ Features Before you can download Connect IQ features from the Garmin Connect Mobile app you must pair your f nix 3 device with your smartphone running the Garmin Connect Mobile app 1 From the Garmin Connect Mobile app select gt Connect IQ Store 2 Select your f nix 3 device Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer 1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable 2 Go to www garminconnect com 3 From your devices widget select Connec
33. e reading is not accurate Your body temperature affects the temperature reading for the internal temperature sensor To get the most accurate temperature reading you should remove the watch from your wrist and wait 20 to 30 minutes You can also use an optional tempe external temperature sensor to view accurate ambient temperature readings while wearing the watch Resetting Your Device If the device stops responding you may need to reset it 1 Hold LIGHT for at least 25 seconds 2 Hold LIGHT for one second to turn on the device Restoring All Default Settings NOTE This deletes all user entered information and activity history You can restore all of the device settings to the factory default values 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt System gt Restore Defaults gt Yes Maximizing the Battery Life You can do several things to extend the life of the battery e Reduce the backlight brightness and timeout Backlight Settings Use UltraTrac GPS mode for your activity UltraTrac Turn off Bluetooth wireless technology when you are not using connected features Connected Features Device Information e When pausing your activity for a longer period of time use the resume later option Stopping an Activity e Use a Connect IQ watch face that is not updated every second For example use a watch face without a second hand Customizing the Watch Face Limit the smartphone notifications the device disp
34. ed and ready for the next hard workout The recovery advisor feature includes recovery time and recovery check Recovery advisor technology is provided and supported by Firstbeat Technologies Ltd Recovery check The recovery check provides a real time indication of your state of recovery within the first several minutes of an activity Recovery time The recovery time appears immediately following an activity The time counts down until it is optimal for you to attempt another hard workout Turning On the Recovery Advisor Before you can use the recovery advisor feature you must put on the heart rate monitor and pair it with your device Pairing ANT Sensors If your f nix 3 was packaged with a heart rate monitor the devices are already paired For the most accurate estimate you must complete the user profile setup Setting Up Your User Profile and set your maximum heart rate Setting Your Heart Rate Zones 1 Hold UP 2 Select My Stats gt Recovery Advisor gt Status gt On 3 Goforarun Within the first several minutes of your run a recovery check appears showing your real time state of recovery 4 After your run select Save The recovery time appears The maximum time is 4 days and the minimum time is 6 hours Viewing Your Recovery Time Before you can view your recovery time you must enable the recovery advisor 1 Hold UP 2 Select My Stats gt Recovery Advisor The recovery time appears The maximum time
35. estoring All Default Settings Rename Sets the activity name Customizing the Data Screens You can show hide and change the layout and content of data screens for each activity Hold UP Select Settings gt Apps Select the activity to customize Select Data Screens Select a data screen to customize Select an option e Select Status to turn the data screen on or off e Select Layout to adjust the number of data fields on the data screen e Selecta field to change the data that appears in the field oa hwWhN Adding a Map to an Activity You can add the map to the data screens loop for an activity Hold UP Select Settings gt Apps Select the activity to customize Select Data Screens gt Map Select Status to turn the map on or off Select Orientation Select an option To show north at the top of the page select North Up e To show your current direction of travel toward the top of the page select Track Up 8 Select User Locations to show or hide saved locations on the map 9 Select Auto Zoom to select automatically the optimal zoom level for the map When Off is selected you must zoom in or out manually Alerts You can set alerts for each activity which can help you to train toward specific goals to increase your awareness of your environment and to navigate to your destination Some alerts are available only for specific activities There are three types of alerts event alerts
36. from 4 to 140 F range Radio frequency 2 4 GHz ANT wireless communications protocol protocol The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 30 m For more information go to www garmin com waterrating User Replaceable Batteries Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries Keep the battery away from children Never put batteries in mouth If swallowed contact your physician or local poison control center Replaceable coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate material Special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Contact your local waste disposal department to properly recycle the batteries Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery 1 Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws on the back of the module 2 Remove the cover and battery a En o Wait 30 seconds Insert the new battery with the positive side facing up NOTE Do not damage or lose the O ring gasket Replace the back cover and the four screws NOTE Do not overtighten A a 1 Open the Garmin drive or volume 2 If necessary open a folder or volume 3 Select a file 4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard Troubleshooting My daily step count does not appear The daily step count is reset every night at midnight If dashes appear instead of your step count allow the device to acquire satellite signals and set the time automatically The temperatur
37. ge number of strokes per length during the current interval Int Strk Dist The average distance traveled per stroke during the current interval Int Strk Rate The average number of strokes per minute spm during the current interval Int Strk Type The current stroke type for the interval Int Strokes The total number of strokes for the current interval L Int Stk Dist The average distance traveled per stroke during the last completed interval L Int Stk Rate The average number of strokes per minute spm during the last completed interval L Int Stk Type The stroke type used during the last completed interval L Int Strokes The total number of strokes for the last completed interval L Int SWOLF The average swolf score for the last completed interval L Len Stk Rate The average number strokes per minute spm during the last completed pool length L Len Stk Type The stroke type used during the last completed pool length L Len Strokes The total number of strokes for the last completed pool length Lap HRR The average percentage of heart rate reserve maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate for the current lap Lap Ascent The vertical distance of ascent for the current lap Lap Balance The average left right power balance for the current lap Lap Cadence Cycling The average cadence for the current lap Lap Cadence Running The average cadence for the current lap Lap
38. imer History is recorded only while the timer is running 7 Start your activity 8 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 9 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Swimming NOTICE The device is intended for surface swimming Scuba diving with the device may damage the product and will void the warranty NOTE The device cannot record heart rate data while swimming Going for a Pool Swim Before you go for a swim you should charge the device Charging the Device 1 From the clock select START 2 Select Pool Swim 3 Select your pool size or enter a custom size 4 Select START to start the timer History is recorded only while the timer is running 5 Start your activity The device automatically records swim intervals and lengths 6 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 7 When resting select LAP to pause the timer 8 Select LAP to restart the timer 9 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Swim Terminology Length One trip down the pool Interval One or more consecutive lengths A new interval starts after a rest Stroke A stroke is counted every time your arm wearing the device completes a full cycle Swolf Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one pool length and the number of strokes for that length For example 30 seconds plus 15 strokes equals a swolf score of 45 For open water swimming swolf is calculated over 25 meters
39. ing a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution 2 Wipe it dry After cleaning allow the device to dry completely Metal Watch Band Adjustment If your watch includes a metal watch band you should take your watch to a jeweler or other professional to adjust the length of the metal band Specifications Battery type Rechargeable built in lithium ion battery Battery life Up to 6 wk Water rating 10 ATM Operating temperature range From 20 to 55 C from 4 to 131 F From 0 to 45 C from 32 to 113 F 2 4 GHz ANT wireless technology Bluetooth Smart device Charging temperature range Radio frequency protocol The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 100 m For more information go to www garmin com waterrating Battery Information The actual battery life depends on the features enabled on your device such as activity tracking smartphone notifications GPS internal sensors and connected ANT sensors Battery Life Mode Up to 20 hr Normal GPS mode Up to 50 hr UltraTrac GPS mode with two minute polling interval Up to 6 wk Watch mode Device Information 17 Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor You must unsnap and remove the module before washing the strap A build up of sweat and salt on the strap can decrease the ability of the heart rate monitor to report accurate data Go to www garmin com HRMcare for detailed washing
40. ing for this data to appear Cadence Cycling The number of revolutions of the crank arm Your device must be connected to a cadence accessory for this data to appear Cadence Running The steps per minute right and left Calories The amount of total calories burned Compass Hdg The direction you are moving based on the compass Course The direction from your starting location to a destination Course can be viewed as a planned or set route You must be navigating for this data to appear Dest Location The position of your final destination Dest Name The last point on the route to the destination You must be navigating for this data to appear Dist Remaining The remaining distance to the final destination You must be navigating for this data to appear Distance The distance traveled for the current track or activity Elapsed Time The total time recorded For example if you start the timer and run for 10 minutes then stop the timer for 5 minutes then start the timer and run for 20 minutes your elapsed time is 35 minutes Elevation The altitude of your current location above or below sea level ETA The estimated time of day when you will reach the final destination adjusted to the local time of the destination You must be navigating for this data to appear ETE The estimated time remaining until you reach the final destination You must be navigating for this data to appear GCT The amount of time in each
41. international copyright treaties You further acknowledge that the structure organization and code of the Software for which source code is not provided are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and or its third party providers and that the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin and or its third party providers You agree not to decompile disassemble modify reverse assemble reverse engineer or reduce to human readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works based on the Software You agree not to export or re export the Software to any country in violation of the export control laws of the United States of America or the export control laws of any other applicable country Symbol Definitions These symbols may appear on the device or accessory labels Alternating current The device is suitable for alternating current Direct current The device is suitable for direct current only Fuse Indicates a fuse specification or location 1 WEEE disposal and recycling symbol The WEEE symbol is attached to the product in compliance with the EU directive 2002 96 EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE It is intended to deter the improper disposal of this product and to promote reuse and recycling Appendix 21 Index A accessories 19 activities 1 13 custom 4 saving 2 4 starting 2 4 activity tracking
42. ion to view weekly or monthly totals Deleting History 1 Hold UP 2 Select History gt Options 3 Select an option e Select Delete All Activities to delete all activities from the history Select Reset Totals to reset all distance and time totals NOTE This does not delete any saved activities 4 Confirm your selection Using the Odometer The odometer automatically records the total distance traveled and elevation gained 1 Hold UP 2 Select My Stats gt Odometer 3 Select an option to view the odometer totals 4 If necessary select a total and select Yes to reset the odometer to zero Connected Features Connected features are available for your f nix 3 device when you connect the device to a wireless network or to a compatible smartphone using Bluetooth wireless technology Some features require you to install the Garmin Connect Mobile app on the connected smartphone Go to www garmin com apps for more information Phone notifications Displays phone notifications and messages on your f nix 3 device LiveTrack Allows friends and family to follow your races and training activities in real time You can invite followers using email or social media allowing them to view your live data on a Garmin Connect tracking page Activity uploads to Garmin Connect Automatically sends your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you finish recording the activity Connect IQ Allows you to extend your
43. ity select TracBack Navigating To Your Starting Point e To delete the selected activity select Delete To navigate the path you traveled for the activity select Go Multisport History Your device stores the overall multisport summary of the activity including overall distance time calories and optional accessory data Your device also separates the activity data for each sport 10 Navigation segment and transition so you can compare similar training activities and track how quickly you move through the transitions Transition history includes distance time average speed and calories Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone Before you can view heart rate zone data you must pair your device with a compatible heart rate monitor complete an activity and save the activity Viewing your time in each heart rate zone can help you adjust your training intensity 1 Hold UP 2 Select History gt Activities 3 Select an activity 4 Select Time in Zone Viewing Step Totals Before you can view step totals you must turn on activity tracking Turning On Activity Tracking 1 Hold UP 2 Select History gt Steps 3 Select a day to view the accumulated step count step goal distance traveled and calories burned Viewing Data Totals You can view the accumulated distance and time data saved to your device 1 Hold UP 2 Select History gt Totals 3 Ifnecessary select an activity 4 Select an opt
44. ivity Tracking gt Status gt On Your step count does not appear until the device locates satellites and sets the time automatically The device may need a clear view of the sky to locate satellite signals The number of steps taken during the day appears on the activity tracking widget The step count is updated periodically Using the Move Alert Before you can use the move alert you must turn on activity tracking Sitting for prolonged periods of time can trigger undesirable metabolic state changes The move alert reminds you to keep moving After one hour of inactivity Move and the red bar appear The device also beeps or vibrates if audible tones are turned on System Settings Go for a short walk at least a couple of minutes to reset the move alert Auto Goal Your device creates a daily step goal automatically based on your previous activity levels As you move during the day the device shows your progress toward your daily goal 1823 Adz If you choose not to use the auto goal feature you can set a personalized step goal on your Garmin Connect account Sleep Tracking During sleep mode the device monitors your rest Sleep statistics include total hours of sleep periods of movement and periods of restful sleep Using Sleep Mode Before you can use sleep tracking you must be wearing the device 1 From the watch face select UP or DOWN to view the activity tracking widget 2 Select START gt Yes
45. ke Before you go for a hike you should charge the device Charging the Device 1 From the clock select START 2 Select Hike 3 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites 4 Select START to start the timer History is recorded only while the timer is running 5 Start your activity The device records a track while you hike 6 When you need to take a break or pause the device from tracking select STOP gt Resume Later The device saves the status of your hike and enters low power mode 7 Select START gt Hike gt Resume to resume tracking 8 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 9 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Running Going for aRun Before you go for a run you should charge the device Charging the Device Before you can use an ANT sensor for your run you must pair the sensor with your device Pairing ANT Sensors 1 Puton your ANT sensors such as a foot pod or heart rate monitor optional 2 From the clock select START 3 Select Run 4 When using optional ANT sensors wait while the device connects to the sensors 5 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites 6 Select START to start the timer History is recorded only while the timer is running 7 Start your activity 8 Select LAP to record laps optional 9 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 10 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save
46. lays Managing Notifications Getting More Information You can find more information about this product on the Garmin website e Go to www garmin com outdoor Go to www garmin com learningcenter e Go to http buy garmin com or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and replacement parts Appendix Data Fields FTP The current power output as a percentage of functional threshold power HRR The percentage of heart rate reserve maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate 10s Avg Power The 10 second moving average of power output 10s Avg Balance The 10 second moving average of the left right power balance 24 Hour Max The maximum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours 24 Hour Min The minimum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours 30s Avg Power The 30 second moving average of power output 30s Avg Balance The 30 second moving average of the left right power balance 3s Avg Balance The three second moving average of the left right power balance 3s Avg Power The 3 second moving average of power output Ambient Press The uncalibrated ambient pressure Average HR The average heart rate for the current activity Average Pace The average pace for the current activity Average Power The average power output for the current activity Average SWOLF The average swolf score for the current activity Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one length plu
47. n to identify which data screen appears while running 6 Select Climb Screen to identify which data screen appears while climbing 7 If necessary select Invert Colors to reverse the display colors when changing modes 8 Select Vertical Speed to set the rate of ascent over time 9 Select Mode Switch to set how quickly the device changes modes 3D Speed and Distance You can set 3D speed and distance to calculate your speed or distance using both your elevation change and your horizontal movement over ground You can use it during activities such as skiing climbing navigating hiking running or biking Using Auto Scroll You can use the auto scroll feature to cycle through all ofthe activity data screens automatically while the timer is running 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Auto Scroll 5 Selecta display speed UltraTrac The UltraTrac feature is a GPS setting that records track points and sensor data less frequently Enabling the UltraTrac feature 14 Customizing Your Device increases battery life but decreases the quality of recorded activities You should use the UltraTrac feature for activities that demand longer battery life and for which frequent sensor data updates are less important Power Save Timeout Settings The timeout settings affect how long your device stays in training mode for example when you are waiti
48. nd pair it with your device Pairing ANT Sensors If your f nix 3 was packaged with the HRM Run accessory the devices are already paired and the f nix 3 is set to display running dynamics 1 Select an option e If your HRM Run accessory and f nix 3 device are already paired skip to step 8 If your HRM Run accessory and f nix 3 device are not already paired complete all the steps in this procedure Hold UP Select Settings gt Apps Select an activity Select Data Screens gt Run Dynamics gt Status gt Enabled NOTE The running dynamics screen is not available for all activities 6 Select Primary Metric 7 Select Cadence GCT or Vertical Osc The primary metric appears as the top field on the data screen with a corresponding position on the color gauge 8 Go for a run Going for a Run 9 Select UP or DOWN to view the running dynamics screen to view your metrics a kh WwW ND CADENCE 96 GCT VERT OSC 220 Bl The running dynamics screen displays a color gauge for the primary metric You can display cadence vertical oscillation or ground contact time as the primary metric The color gauge shows you how your running dynamics data compares to those of other runners The color zones are based on percentiles Training Garmin has researched many runners of all different levels The data values in the red or orange zones are typical for less experienced or slower runners The data value
49. netic declination for your location automatically select Magnetic e To set grid north 000 as the heading reference select Grid Altimeter Settings Hold UP and select Settings gt Sensors gt Altimeter Auto Cal Allows the altimeter to self calibrate each time you turn on GPS tracking Calibrate Allows you to manually calibrate the altimeter sensor Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter Your device was already calibrated at the factory and the device uses automatic calibration at your GPS starting point by default You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct sea level pressure 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Sensors gt Altimeter 3 Select an option To calibrate automatically from your GPS starting point select Auto Cal gt Once To calibrate automatically with periodic GPS calibration updates select Auto Cal gt Continuous e To enter the current elevation select Calibrate Barometer Settings Hold UP and select Settings gt Sensors gt Barometer Plot Sets the time scale for the chart in the barometer widget Storm Alert Sets the rate of barometric pressure change that triggers a storm alert Navigation Settings You can customize the map features and appearance when navigating to a destination Customizing Map Features 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Navigation 3 Select an option Select Map to turn the map on or off
50. ng for a race to start Hold UP select Settings gt Apps and select an activity Select Power Save to adjust the timeout settings for the activity Normal Sets the device to enter low power watch mode after 5 minutes of inactivity Extended Sets the device to enter low power watch mode after 25 minutes of inactivity The extended mode can result in shorter battery life between charges Watch Face Settings You can customize the appearance of the watch face by selecting the layout colors and additional data You can also download custom watch faces from the Connect IQ store Customizing the Watch Face 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Watch Face gt Type 3 Select the digital or analog watch face or an available watch face downloaded from the Connect IQ store 4 If using the digital or analog watch face select a feature to change TIP You can add additional data to the digital and analog watch faces including the date and day of the week You can also add the moon phase and a barometric trend arrow indicating changes in air pressure to the digital watch face 5 Follow the on screen instructions to change the watch face feature Customizing the Widget Loop You can show hide or move items in the widget loop 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Widgets 3 Select a widget 4 Select an option e Select Status to show or hide the widget from the widget loop Select Move Up or Move Down to change the location
51. ns 11 o odometer 11 open water swimming 4 P pairing ANT sensors 16 smartphone 1 personal records 7 deleting 7 pool size 3 power force alerts 14 meters 8 zones 5 product registration 1 profiles 1 user 4 projected finish time 9 R racing 7 recovery 9 registering the device 1 replacing the battery 18 resetting the device 18 routes 10 running dynamics 7 8 S saving activities 2 4 screen 16 settings 13 15 16 18 Sight N Go 10 skiing 2 alpine 2 snowboarding 2 sleep mode 5 smartphone 12 applications 11 12 pairing 1 snowboarding 2 software license 17 updating 1 version 17 software license agreement 21 specifications 17 18 speed 14 stopwatch 9 strokes 3 sunrise and sunset times 9 swimming 3 swolf score 3 system settings 15 T target 6 tempe 17 18 temperature 17 18 time alerts 14 settings 16 zones and formats 16 timer 2 4 10 countdown 9 tones 2 9 TracBack 2 10 tracks 2 10 training 6 7 11 pages 2 plans 5 6 Training Effect 9 triathlon training 4 troubleshooting 8 17 19 U UltraTrac 14 unit ID 17 units of measure 16 uploading data 12 USB disconnecting 18 user data deleting 18 user profile 4 vV vertical oscillation 7 VIRB remote 13 Virtual Partner 6 7 VO2 max 8 9 W watch faces 12 15 watch mode 15 water resistance 17 Wi Fi connecting 12 widgets 12 workouts 5 6 loading 5 Z zones heart rate 4 power 5 zooming 1 22 Index w
52. nsor Foot pod Foot Pod e Power sensor such as Vector e tempe wireless temperature sensor tempe For information about compatibility and purchasing additional sensors go to http buy garmin com Pairing ANT Sensors The first time you connect a sensor to your device using ANT wireless technology you must pair the device and sensor After they are paired the device connects to the sensor automatically when you start an activity and the sensor is active and within range NOTE If a heart rate monitor was bundled with your device the included heart rate monitor is already paired with your device 1 If you are pairing a heart rate monitor put on the heart rate monitor Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor The heart rate monitor does not send or receive data until you put it on 2 Bring the device within 3 m 10 ft of the sensor NOTE Stay 10 m 33 ft away from other ANT sensors while pairing Hold UP Select Settings gt Sensors gt Add New 5 Select an option Select Search All e Select your sensor type After the sensor is paired with your device the sensor status changes from Searching to Connected Sensor data appears in the data page loop or a custom data field Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor NOTE If you do not have a heart rate monitor you can skip this task You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin just below your sternum It should be snug enough to stay in plac
53. of the widget in the widget loop Sensors Settings Compass Settings Hold UP and select Settings gt Sensors gt Compass Calibrate Allows you to manually calibrate the compass sensor Calibrating the Compass Display Sets the directional heading on the compass to letters degrees or milli radians North Ref Sets the north reference of the compass Setting the North Reference Mode Sets the compass to use electronic sensor data only On a combination of GPS and electronic sensor data when moving Auto or GPS data only Off Calibrating the Compass NOTICE Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors To improve heading accuracy do not stand near objects that influence magnetic fields such as vehicles buildings and overhead power lines Your device was already calibrated at the factory and the device uses automatic calibration by default If you experience irregular compass behavior for example after moving long distances or after extreme temperature changes you can manually calibrate the compass 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Sensors gt Compass gt Calibrate gt Start 3 Follow the on screen instructions Setting the North Reference You can set the directional reference used in calculating heading information 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Sensors gt Compass gt North Ref 3 Select an option To set geographic north as the heading reference select True To set the mag
54. onger periods of time USB Mode Sets the device to use mass storage mode or Garmin mode when connected to a computer Restore Defaults Allows you to reset user data and settings Restoring All Default Settings Software Update Uses a Wi Fi connection to check for software updates to the device About Displays device software and license information Time Settings Hold UP and select Settings gt System gt Time Time Format Sets the device to show time in a 12 hour or 24 hour format Set Time Sets the time zone for the device The Auto option sets the time zone automatically based on your GPS position Time Allows you to adjust the time if it is set to the Manual option Backlight Settings Hold UP and select Settings gt System gt Backlight Mode Sets the backlight to turn on manually or for keys and alerts Timeout Sets the length of time before the backlight turns off Brightness Sets the brighness level of the backlight Changing the Units of Measure You can customize units of measure for distance pace and speed elevation weight height and temperature 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt System gt Units 3 Select a measurement type 4 Select a unit of measure ANT Sensors The device is compatible with these optional wireless ANT accessories e Heart rate monitor such as HRM Run Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor e Bike speed and cadence sensor Using an Optional Bike Cadence Se
55. onnect account 1 Hold UP 2 Select My Stats gt User Profile gt Heart Rate Zones 3 Select Default to view the default values optional The default values can be applied to running and cycling 4 Select Running or Cycling 5 Select Preference gt Set Custom gt Based On Training 6 Select an option e Select BPM to view and edit the zones in beats per minute e Select Max HR to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your maximum heart rate Select HRR to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your heart rate reserve maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate 7 Select Max HR and enter your maximum heart rate 8 Select a zone and enter a value for each zone 9 Select Resting HR and enter your resting heart rate Heart Rate Zone Calculations Benefits Perceived Exertion Zone of Maximum Heart Rate 1 50 60 Relaxed easy pace Beginning level rhythmic breathing aerobic training reduces stress 2 60 70 Comfortable pace Basic cardiovascular slightly deeper training good breathing conversation recovery pace possible 3 70 80 Moderate pace more Improved aerobic difficult to hold capacity optimal conversation cardiovascular training 4 80 90 Fast pace and a bit Improved anaerobic uncomfortable breathing capacity and forceful threshold improved speed 5 90 100 Sprinting pace Anaerobic and unsustainable for long muscular endurance period of time labored increa
56. ou can switch from biking to running and view your total time and distance for biking and running throughout the multisport activity You can customize a multisport activity or you can use the default multisport activity set up for a standard triathlon AON NO oO Starting a Triathlon or Multisport Activity Before you start an activity you should charge the device Charging the Device Before you can use an ANT sensor you must pair the sensor with your device Pairing ANT Sensors 1 Pair your ANT sensors such as a foot pod or heart rate monitor optional From the clock select START Select Triathlon or a custom multisport activity Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites Select START to start the timer History is recorded only while the timer is running Start your first activity 7 Select LAP to transition to the next activity If transitions are turned on the transition time is recorded separately from the activity times 8 If necessary select LAP to start the next activity 9 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 10After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save a Rk WwW ND o Creating a Custom Activity 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps gt Add New 3 Select an activity type NOTE If you are creating a custom multisport activity you are prompted to select two or more activities and include transitions 4 Ifnecessary select an accent colo
57. ould connect your f nix 3 device to a smartphone to access the full features of the device 1 Go to www garmin com apps and download the Garmin Connect Mobile app to your smartphone Bring your smartphone within 10 m 33 ft of your device On the f nix 3 device hold UP Select Settings gt Bluetooth gt Pair Mobile Device On your smartphone open the Garmin Connect Mobile app Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect account e If this is the first device you have paired a device with the Garmin Connect Mobile app follow the on screen instructions e If you have already paired another device with the Garmin Connect Mobile app select gt Devices gt and follow the on screen instructions oar WON Support and Updates Garmin Express provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices Some services may not be available for your device e Product registration e Product manuals e Software updates e Map chart or course updates e Vehicles voices and other extras Setting Up Garmin Express 1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable 2 Go to www garmin com express 3 Follow the on screen instructions Activities Your device can be used for indoor outdoor athletic and fitness activities When you start an activity the device displays and records sensor data You can save activities and share them with the Garmin Connect community Introduction
58. our maximum heart rate Setting Your Heart Rate Zones NOTE The estimate may seem inaccurate at first The device requires a few runs to learn about your running performance 1 Run for at least 10 minutes outdoors 2 After your run select Save 3 Hold UP 4 Select My Stats gt VO2 Max gt Running Getting Your VO2 Max Estimate for Cycling Before you can view your VO2 max estimate you must put on the heart rate monitor install the power meter and pair them with your f nix 3 device Pairing ANT Sensors If your f nix 3 device was packaged with a heart rate monitor the devices are already paired For the most accurate estimate complete the user profile setup Setting Up Your User Profile and set your maximum heart rate Setting Your Heart Rate Zones NOTE The estimate may seem inaccurate at first The device requires a few rides to learn about your cycling performance 1 Ride at a steady high intensity for at least 20 minutes outdoors 2 After your ride select Save 3 Hold UP 4 Select My Stats gt VO2 Max gt Cycling These tables include standardized classifications for VO2 max estimates by age and gender Percentile 20 29 Superior 95 55 4 54 52 5 48 9 45 7 42 1 Excellent 80 51 1 48 3 46 4 43 4 39 5 36 7 Good 60 45 4 44 42 4 39 2 35 5 32 3 Fair 40 41 7 40 5 38 5 35 6 32 3 29 4 Poor 0 40 lt 41 7 lt 40 5 lt 38 5 lt 35 6 lt 32 3 lt 29 4 8 Training
59. r If necessary select an icon 6 Select aname or enter a custom name Duplicate activity names include a number for example Triathlon 2 7 Select an option e Select Use Default to create your custom activity starting from the default system settings e Select a copy of an existing activity to create your custom activity starting from one of your saved activities 8 If necessary select the GPS mode 9 Select an option a Select Done to save and use the custom activity Select Edit Settings to customize specific activity settings Indoor Activities The f nix 3 device can be used for training indoors such as running on an indoor track or using a stationary bike GPS is turned off for indoor activities When running with GPS turned off speed distance and cadence are calculated using the accelerometer in the device The accelerometer is self calibrating The accuracy of the speed distance and cadence data improves after a few outdoor runs using GPS Training Setting Up Your User Profile You can update your gender birth year height weight heart rate zone and power zone settings The device uses this information to calculate accurate training data 1 Hold UP 2 Select My Stats gt User Profile 3 Select an option Fitness Goals Knowing your heart rate zones can help you measure and improve your fitness by understanding and applying these principles e Your heart rate is a good measure of exer
60. range alerts and recurring alerts Event alert An event alert notifies you once The event is a specific value For example you can set the device to alert you when you reach a specified elevation Range alert A range alert notifies you each time 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 60 beats per minute bpm and over 210 bpm Recurring alert A recurring alert notifies you each time the device records a specified value or interval For example you can set the device to alert you every 30 minutes Alert Name Alert Type Description NO oh WDND Cadence Range You can set minimum and maximum cadence values Calories Event You can set the number of calories recurring Customizing Your Device 13 Alert Name Alert Type Description Custom Recurring You can select an existing message or create a custom message and select an alert type Distance Recurring You can set a distance interval Elevation Range You can set minimum and maximum elevation values Heart Rate Range You can set minimum and maximum heart rate values or select zone changes See About Heart Rate Zones and Heart Rate Zone Calculations Pace Range You can set minimum and maximum pace values Power Range You can set the high or low power level Run Walk Recurring You can set timed walking breaks
61. rs high voltage power lines electric motors ovens microwave ovens 2 4 GHz cordless phones and wireless LAN access points Using an Optional Bike Cadence Sensor You can use a compatible bike cadence sensor to send data to your device e Pair the sensor with your device Pairing ANT Sensors e Update your fitness user profile information Setting Up Your User Profile Go for a ride Going for a Ride Foot Pod Your device is compatible with the foot pod You can use the foot pod to record pace and distance instead of using GPS when you are training indoors or when your GPS signal is weak The foot pod is on standby and ready to send data like the heart rate monitor After 30 minutes of inactivity the foot pod powers off to conserve the battery When the battery is low a message appears on your device Approximately five hours of battery life remain Foot Pod Calibration The foot pod is self calibrating The accuracy of the speed and distance data improves after a few outdoor runs using GPS Calibrating Your Foot Pod Manually Before you can calibrate your device you must pair your device with the foot pod Pairing ANT Sensors 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 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Sensors gt Foot Pod gt Cal Factor 3 Adjust the calibration factor e Increase
62. s in the green blue or purple zones are typical for more experienced or faster runners Less experienced runners tend to exhibit longer ground contact times higher vertical oscillation and lower cadence than more experienced runners However taller runners typically have slightly slower cadences and slightly higher vertical oscillation Go to www garmin com for more information on running dynamics For additional theories and interpretations of running dynamics data you can search reputable running publications and websites Color Zone Percentile in Zone Cadence Range Vertical Oscillation Range Ground Contact Time Range Purple gt 95 gt 185 spm lt 6 7 cm lt 208 ms C Blue 70 95 174 185 spm 6 7 8 3 cm 208 240 ms Green 30 69 163 173 spm 8 4 10 0 cm 241 272 ms Orange 5 29 151 162 spm 10 1 11 8 cm 273 305 ms E Red lt 5 lt 151 spm gt 11 8cm gt 305 ms Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data E Orange Fair Ifrunning dynamics data does not appear you can try these E Red Poor tips e Make sure you have the HRM Run accessory The HRM Run accessory has on the front of the module e Pair the HRM Run accessory with your f nix 3 again according to the instructions e Ifthe running dynamics data display zeros make sure the HRM Run module is worn right side up NOTE Ground contact time appears only while running It cannot be calculated while walking About VO2 Max Estimates VO2
63. s the number of strokes for that length Swim Terminology In open water swimming 25 meters is used to calculate your swolf score Avg HRR The average percentage of heart rate reserve maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate for the current activity Avg Ascent The average vertical distance of ascent since the last reset Avg Balance The average left right power balance for the current activity Avg Cadence Cycling The average cadence for the current activity Avg Cadence Running The average cadence for the current activity Avg Descent The average vertical distance of descent since the last reset Avg Lap Time The average lap time for the current activity Avg Speed The average speed for the current activity Avg Strk Len The average number of strokes per length during the current activity Avg Strk Rate The average number of strokes per minute spm during the current activity Avg Stroke Dist The average distance traveled per stroke during the current activity Avg Vert Osc The average amount of vertical oscillation for the current activity Avg GCT The average amount of ground contact time for the current activity Avg HR Max The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current activity Balance The current left right power balance Baro Pressure The calibrated current pressure Bearing The direction from your current location to a destination You must be navigat
64. sed power breathing About Lifetime Athletes A lifetime athlete is an individual who has trained intensely for many years with the exception of minor injuries and has a resting heart rate of 60 beats per minute bpm or less Setting Your Power Zones The values for the zones are default values and may not match your personal abilities If you know your functional threshold power FTP value you can enter it and allow the software to calculate your power zones automatically You can manually adjust your zones on the device or using your Garmin Connect account 1 Hold UP 2 Select My Stats gt User Profile gt Power Zones gt Based On 3 Select an option e Select Watts to view and edit the zones in watts Select FTP to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your functional threshold power 4 Select FTP and enter your FTP value Select a zone and enter a value for each zone 6 If necessary select Minimum and enter a minimum power value a Activity Tracking Turning On Activity Tracking The activity tracking feature records your daily step count step goal distance traveled and calories burned for each recorded day Your calories burned includes your base metabolism plus activity calories Activity tracking can be enabled during the initial device setup or at any time NOTE Turning on activity tracking can decrease the battery life between charges 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Act
65. st enable the remote setting on your VIRB camera See the VIRB Series Owner s Manual for more information You must also set the VIRB widget to be shown in the widget loop Customizing the Widget Loop 1 Turn on your VIRB camera 2 On your f nix 3 device select UP or DOWN from the watch face to view the VIRB widget 3 Wait while the device connects to your VIRB camera 4 Select an option e To record video select START The video counter appears on the f nix 3 screen To stop recording video select STOP To take a photo select DOWN Customizing Your Device Activity App Settings These settings allow you to customize each pre loaded activity app based on your needs For example you can customize data pages and enable alerts and training features Not all settings are available for all activity types Hold UP select Settings gt Apps and select an activity Data Screens Shows or hides data screens for the selected activity Customizing the Data Screens Alerts Sets the training or navigation alerts for the selected activity Metronome Plays tones at a steady rhythm to help you improve your performance by training at a faster slower or more consistent cadence Using the Metronome Auto Lap Sets the options for the auto lap feature Auto Lap Auto Pause Sets the device to stop recording data when you stop moving or when you drop below a specified speed Enabling Auto Pause Auto Climb Enables the
66. t The current impact 1 0 to 5 0 on your aerobic fitness TSS The Training Stress Score for the current activity V Dist to Dest The elevation distance between your current position and the final destination You must be navigating for this data to appear Vertical Osc The amount of bounce while you are running The vertical motion of your torso measured in centimeters for each step Vertical Speed The rate of ascent or descent over time Vert Spd to Tgt The rate of ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude You must be navigating for this data to appear VMG The speed at which you are closing on a destination along a route You must be navigating for this data to appear Work The accumulated work performed power output in kilojoules 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
67. t BACK Navigating To Your Starting Point You can navigate back to the starting point of your track or activity along the path you traveled This feature is available only for activities that use GPS During an activity select STOP gt TracBack Your current location track to follow and end point appear on the map Altimeter and Barometer The device contains an internal altimeter and barometer The device collects altimeter and barometer data continuously even in low power mode The altimeter displays your approximate elevation based on pressure changes The barometer displays environmental pressure data based on the fixed elevation where the altimeter was most recently calibrated Altimeter Settings History History includes time distance calories average pace or speed lap data and optional ANT sensor information NOTE When the device memory is full your oldest data is overwritten Using History History contains previous activities you have saved on your device 1 Hold UP 2 Select History gt Activities 3 Select an activity 4 Select an option e To view additional information about the activity select Details To select a lap and view additional information about each lap select Laps To select an interval and view additional information about each interval select Intervals e To view the activity on a map select Map To navigate in reverse the path you traveled for the activ
68. t IQ Store 4 Select a Connect IQ feature 5 Select Send to Device and follow the on screen instructions Widgets Your device comes preloaded with widgets that provide at a glance information Some widgets require a Bluetooth connection to a compatible smartphone Notifications Alerts you to incoming calls and texts according to your smartphone notification settings Calendar Displays upcoming meetings from your smartphone calendar Music controls Music player controls for your smartphone Weather Displays the current temperature and weather forecast Activity Tracking Tracks your daily step count step goal distance traveled calories burned and sleep statistics Sensor Information Displays information from an internal sensor or a connected ANT sensor Compass Displays an electronic compass Viewing Widgets Your device comes preloaded with several widgets and more are available when you pair your device with a smartphone 1 From any screen hold DOWN The clock appears 2 Select UP or DOWN The device cycles through the available widgets 3 Ifyou are recording an activity select BACK to return to the activity data pages 12 Connect IQ Features VIRB Remote The VIRB remote function allows you to control your VIRB action camera from a distance Go to www garmin com VIRB to purchase a VIRB action camera Controlling a VIRB Action Camera Before you can use the VIRB remote function you mu
69. terval gt Type 3 Select Distance Time or Open TIP You can create an open ended interval by setting the type to Open 4 Select Duration enter a distance or time interval value for the workout and select 5 Select Rest gt Type 6 Select Distance Time or Open 7 If necessary enter a distance or time value for the rest interval and select 8 Select one or more options To set the number of repetitions select Repeat To add an open ended warm up to your workout select Warm Up gt On e To add an open ended cool down to your workout select Cool Down gt On Starting an Interval Workout Hold UP Select Training gt Intervals gt Do Workout Select an activity Select START to start the timer When your interval workout has a warm up select LAP to begin the first interval 6 Follow the on screen instructions After you complete all of the intervals a message appears akhownhnDd Stopping an Interval Workout At any time select LAP to end an interval At any time select STOP to stop the timer e If you added a cool down to your interval workout select LAP to end the interval workout Using Virtual Partner Your Virtual Partner is a training tool designed to help you meet your goals 1 Hold UP 2 Select Settings gt Apps 3 Select an activity Virtual Partner is not available for all activities Select Data Screens gt Virtual Partner gt Status gt On Select
70. the U S and other countries Training Stress Score TSS Intensity Factor IF and Normalized Power NP are trademarks of Peaksware LLC Wi Fi is a registered mark of Wi Fi Alliance Corporation Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners This product is ANT certified Visit www thisisant com directory for a list of compatible products and apps Table of Contents a ren vor Smarishene with Your Device Support and Updates Setting Up Garmin Express Going ior a Hike Run Going for a Run Using the VEEST ER Biking ee for 2 a Ride sur EDER EEE STERNEN ODDDNDNNSNNDNDNDNDNND gt gt gt Go Su roman lie ee Si us Pool Swi nmi 3 Al TNS DE LO essen 3 Going forani Open Water BR aaa ga Triathlon or Multisport PCI SRPORBERPRORBENAERESR eating a Custom en ee i er et Indoor ACIVINGS sick eiirinsnccninimunnninunnianiimun 9 Training Fitness Gaal E EEE EEE E About Heart Rate Zones EEE ER ees tinc Your Heart Rate Zone 2 sleep Track ee e E A Using Sleep Mode WORKOUTS Auer TER PARATA Following a Workout From the Web Starting a bike en erde a Traini Racing a Previ Personal Records Viewing Your Personal Records Rest ing a Personal Record ig a Personal Record
71. unning Start your activity Select LAP to record laps optional Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 8 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save AON NO oO Going Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding Before you go skiing or snowboarding you should charge the device Charging the Device 1 From the clock select START 2 Select Ski Board 3 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites 4 Select START to start the timer History is recorded only while the timer is running 5 Start your activity The auto run feature is turned on by default This feature automatically records new ski runs based on your movement The timer pauses when you stop moving downhill and when you are on a chairlift The timer remains paused during the chairlift ride 6 If necessary start moving downhill to restart the timer 7 Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 8 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Viewing Your Ski Runs Your device records the details of each skiing or snowboarding run You can view run details from the paused screen or while the timer is running 1 Start a skiing or snowboarding activity 2 Hold UP 3 Select View Runs 4 Select UP and DOWN to view details of your last run your current run and your total runs The run screens include time distance traveled maximum speed average speed and total descent Hiking Going for a Hi
72. ustomizing the Data Screens 1 From the clock select START 2 Select Pool Swim 3 During your pool swim activity select UP or DOWN to view the drill log screen 4 Select LAP to start the drill timer 5 After completing a drill interval select LAP The drill timer stops but the activity timer continues to record the entire swim session 6 Select a distance for the completed drill Distance increments are based on the pool size selected for the activity profile 7 Select an option To start another drill interval select LAP e To start a swim interval select UP or DOWN to return to the swim training screens 8 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Activities Going for an Open Water Swim Before you go for a swim you should charge the device Charging the Device 1 From the clock select START Select Open Water Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites Select START to start the timer History is recorded only while the timer is running Start your activity Select LAP to record an interval optional Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages optional 8 After you complete your activity select STOP gt Save Multisport Triathletes duathletes and other multisport competitors can take advantage of the multisport activity During a multisport activity you can transition between activities and continue to view your total time and distance For example y
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74. y select Notification and select a type of notification Starting the Countdown Timer Hold UP 2 Select Clock gt Timer 3 Enter the time 4 If necessary select Restart gt On to automatically restart the timer after it expires 5 If necessary select Notification and select a type of notification 6 Select Start Timer Using the Stopwatch 1 Hold UP 2 Select Clock gt Stopwatch 3 From the clock select START Setting Sunrise and Sunset Alerts You can set the sunrise and sunset alerts to sound a specific number of minutes or hours before the actual sunrise or sunset occurs Clock 1 Hold UP 2 Select Clock gt Alerts 3 Select an option e Select Til Sunset gt Status gt On Select Til Sunrise gt Status gt On 4 Select Time and enter the time Navigation Saving Your Location You can save your current location to navigate back to it later 1 Hold UP 2 Select Save Location 3 Follow the on screen instructions Navigating to a Destination You can use your device to navigate to a destination or follow a course When you start navigating you can choose the activity to be used while traveling to your destination such as hiking running or biking If you are already recording an activity when you start navigation the device continues to record the current activity while navigating 1 Hold UP 2 Select Navigation 3 Select a category 4 Follow the on screen instructions to select

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