Garmin 620 Owner's Manual

Forerunner® 620

Owner’s Manual

October 2013 190-01631-00_0A Printed in Taiwan

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Introduction.................................................................... 1

Getting Started........................................................................... 1

Keys........................................................................................... 1

Status Icons.......................................................................... 1

Touchscreen Tips...................................................................... 1

Going for a Run.......................................................................... 1

Viewing the Time of Day While Running............................... 1

Using Garmin Connect............................................................... 1

Garmin Connect.................................................................... 2

Bluetooth Connected Features............................................. 2

Wi-Fi Connected Features.................................................... 2

Charging the Device.................................................................. 2

Training........................................................................... 3

Workouts.................................................................................... 3

Following a Workout From the Web...................................... 3

Starting a Workout................................................................ 3

About the Training Calendar................................................. 3

Interval Workouts....................................................................... 3

Creating an Interval Workout................................................ 3

Starting an Interval Workout.................................................. 3

Stopping an Interval Workout................................................ 3

Personal Records...................................................................... 3

Viewing Your Personal Records........................................... 3

Clearing a Personal Record.................................................. 3

Restoring a Personal Record................................................ 3

Clearing All Personal Records.............................................. 4

Viewing Your Predicted Race Times......................................... 4

Using Virtual Partner®............................................................... 4

ANT+™ Sensors............................................................. 4

Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor............................................. 4

Running Dynamics................................................................ 4

About VO2 Max. Estimates................................................... 5

Recovery Advisor.................................................................. 6

Setting Your Heart Rate Zones............................................. 6

Pairing Your ANT+ Sensors....................................................... 6

Foot Pod.................................................................................... 6

Going for a Run Using a Foot Pod........................................ 7

History.............................................................................7

Viewing History.......................................................................... 7

Viewing Data Totals................................................................... 7

Deleting History.......................................................................... 7

Data Management..................................................................... 7

Deleting Files........................................................................ 7

Disconnecting the USB Cable............................................... 7

Customizing Your Device..............................................7

Setting Up Your User Profile...................................................... 7

Activity Settings.......................................................................... 7

Customizing the Data Screens.............................................. 7

Alerts..................................................................................... 7

Using Auto Pause®............................................................... 8

Marking Laps by Distance..................................................... 8

Using Auto Scroll................................................................... 8

Timeout Settings................................................................... 8

System Settings......................................................................... 8

Changing the Device Language............................................ 8

Time Settings........................................................................ 8

Backlight Settings.................................................................. 8

Setting the Device Sounds.................................................... 8

Changing the Units of Measure............................................. 8

Changing the Theme Color................................................... 8

Training Indoors.................................................................... 8

Format Settings..................................................................... 9

Data Recording Settings

....................................................... 9

Device Information.........................................................9

Specifications............................................................................. 9

Forerunner Specifications..................................................... 9

HRM-Run Specifications....................................................... 9

Device Care............................................................................... 9

Cleaning the Device.............................................................. 9

Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor......................................... 9

Heart Rate Monitor Battery................................................... 9

Troubleshooting.............................................................9

Registering Your Device............................................................ 9

Getting More Information........................................................... 9

Resetting the Device................................................................ 10

Clearing User Data.................................................................. 10

Restoring All Default Settings.................................................. 10

Viewing Device Information..................................................... 10

Updating the Software ............................................................ 10

Maximizing Battery Life............................................................ 10

Switching to Watch Mode.................................................... 10

Turning Off the Device........................................................ 10

Appendix.......................................................................10

Heart Rate Zone Calculations.................................................. 10

Data Fields............................................................................... 10

About Training Effect........................................................... 11

VO2 Max. Standard Ratings.................................................... 11

Software License Agreement................................................... 11

Index..............................................................................13

Table of Contents i

Introduction

WARNING

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.

Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program.

Getting Started

When using your device for the first time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and learn about the basic features.

Charge the device (page 2).

Put on the optional heart rate monitor (page 4).

Go for a run (page 1).

Upload your run to Garmin Connect™ (page 1).

Get more information (page 9).

Keys

• Select any key (except ), and tap the touchscreen to unlock

the device.

• Tap the touchscreen to view the next data screen.

• Select the touchscreen to confirm messages and alerts.

• Select the top and bottom of the touchscreen to scroll

through menus, options, and settings.

You can also swipe to scroll though the items. You can hold

the top and bottom of the touchscreen to scroll faster.

• From a data screen, hold a data field to change it.

• Select to close a message or confirm a choice.

You can also select to close a message.

• Make each touchscreen selection a separate action.

Going for a Run

The device comes partially charged. You may need to charge the device (page 2) before going for a run.

Hold to turn on the device.

From the time of day screen, select any key (except ), and

tap the touchscreen to unlock the device.

Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.

It may take a few minutes to locate satellite signals. The

satellite bars turn green, and the timer screen appears.

CONNECT

Select to turn the backlight on and off. Hold to turn the device on and off.

Select to start and stop the timer.

Select to open the main menu.

Select to mark a new lap. Select to send your run to Garmin Connect.

Select to view the time of day.

Select to return to the previous screen.

Status Icons

Icons appear at the top of the home screen. A flashing icon means the device is searching for a signal. A solid icon means the signal was found or the sensor is connected.

GPS status

Bluetooth® technology status

Wi-Fi® technology status

Heart rate status

Foot pod status

Touchscreen Tips

Before you go for a run, you should practice using the touchscreen.

Select to start the timer.

Go for a run.

After you complete your run, select to stop the timer.

Select an option:

• Select Save to save the run and reset the timer. A

summary appears.

NOTE: You can now upload your run to Garmin Connect.

• Select Discard to delete the run.

Viewing the Time of Day While Running

Select .

Select to return to the previous screen.

Using Garmin Connect

You can upload all of your activity data to Garmin Connect for comprehensive analysis. With Garmin Connect, you can view a map of your activity, and share your activities with friends.

Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.

Go to www.garminconnect.com/start.

Introduction 1

Follow the on-screen instructions.

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.

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.

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.

Bluetooth Connected Features

The Forerunner has several Bluetooth connected features for your compatible smartphone or mobile device using the Garmin Connect Mobile application. For more information, go to

www.garmin.com/intosports/apps.

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 Garmin Connect as soon as you finish recording the activity.

Workout and course downloads: Allows you to browse for

workouts and courses in the application. You can wirelessly send one or more files to your Forerunner.

Social media interactions: Allows you to post an update to

your favorite social media website when you upload an activity to Garmin Connect.

Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Forerunner

Go to www.garmin.com/intosports/apps, and download the

Garmin Connect Mobile application to your smartphone. Bring your smartphone within 33 ft. (10 m) of your

Forerunner. From the Forerunner home screen, select > Settings >

Wireless > Bluetooth > Pair Mobile Device.

Open the Garmin Connect Mobile application, and follow the

on-screen instructions to connect a device. The instructions are provided during the initial setup or by

selecting > My Device.

Turning Off Bluetooth Wireless Technology

• From the Forerunner home screen, select > Settings > Wireless > Bluetooth > Status > Off.

• Refer to the owner's manual for your mobile device to turn off Bluetooth wireless technology.

Wi-Fi Connected Features

The Forerunner device has Wi-Fi connected features. The Garmin Connect Mobile application is not required for you to use Wi-Fi connectivity.

Activity uploads to Garmin Connect: Automatically sends

your activity to Garmin Connect as soon as you finish recording the activity.

Workouts and training plans: If you want to send workouts

and training plans to your Forerunner, connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.

Software updates: Your Forerunner 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 on Your Forerunner

Before you can upload an activity wirelessly, you must have a run saved to your device, and the timer must be stopped.

Go to www.garminconnect.com/start, and download the

Garmin Express™ Fit application. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Wi-Fi with Garmin

Express Fit. TIP: You can register your device at this time. Your device now attempts to upload your saved activity to

Garmin Connect following each run. You can also select CONNECT on your Forerunner to start uploading your saved activities.

Turning Off Wi-Fi Wireless Technology

• From the Forerunner home screen, select > Settings > Wireless > Wi-Fi > Off.

• Refer to the owner's manual for your mobile device to turn off Wi-Fi wireless technology.

Charging the Device

WARNING

This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for

product warnings and other important information. The charging cradle contains a magnet. Under certain

circumstances, magnets may cause interference with some medical devices, including pacemakers and insulin pumps. Keep the charging cradle away from such medical devices.

NOTICE

The charging cradle contains a magnet. Under certain circumstances, magnets may cause damage to some electronic devices, including hard drives in laptop computers. Use caution when the charging cradle is near electronic devices.

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.

Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.

Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the

device, and press the charger À until it clicks.

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