Garmin Epix Owner's Manual
epix
™
Owner’s Manual
May 2015
Printed in Taiwan 190-01753-00_0A
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Table of Contents
Introduction.....................................................................1
Device Overview......................................................................... 1
Touchscreen Tips.................................................................. 1
Locking and Unlocking the Device......................................... 1
Charging the Device................................................................... 1
Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Device............................... 1
Support and Updates.................................................................. 1
Setting Up Garmin Express................................................... 1
Widgets........................................................................... 1
Viewing Widgets......................................................................... 2
VIRB™ Remote.......................................................................... 2
Controlling a VIRB Action Camera.........................................2
Activities......................................................................... 2
Starting an Activity...................................................................... 2
Stopping an Activity.................................................................... 2
Skiing.......................................................................................... 2
Going Cross-Country Skiing.................................................. 2
Going Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding................................ 2
Viewing Your Ski Runs......................................................2
Hiking.......................................................................................... 3
Going for a Hike..................................................................... 3
Auto Climb............................................................................. 3
Running...................................................................................... 3
Going for a Run......................................................................3
Using the Metronome.............................................................3
Biking.......................................................................................... 3
Going for a Ride..................................................................... 3
Swimming................................................................................... 3
Going for a Pool Swim........................................................... 3
Swim Terminology.............................................................4
Stroke Types..................................................................... 4
Resting During Pool Swimming.........................................4
Training with the Drill Log..................................................4
Going for an Open Water Swim............................................. 4
Multisport.................................................................................... 4
Starting a Triathlon or Multisport Activity............................... 4
Creating a Custom Activity.....................................................4
Indoor Activities.......................................................................... 5
Training........................................................................... 5
Setting Up Your User Profile.......................................................5
Fitness Goals......................................................................... 5
About Heart Rate Zones........................................................ 5
Setting Your Heart Rate Zones......................................... 5
Heart Rate Zone Calculations........................................... 5
Setting Your Power Zones..................................................... 5
Activity Tracking..........................................................................5
Turning On Activity Tracking.................................................. 5
Using the Move Alert..............................................................6
Auto Goal............................................................................... 6
Sleep Tracking....................................................................... 6
Using Sleep Mode............................................................. 6
Workouts.....................................................................................6
Following a Workout From the Web.......................................6
Starting a Workout................................................................. 6
About the Training Calendar.................................................. 6
Using Garmin Connect Training Plans.............................. 6
Interval Workouts........................................................................ 6
Creating an Interval Workout................................................. 6
Starting an Interval Workout.................................................. 7
Stopping an Interval Workout.................................................7
Using Virtual Partner®................................................................ 7
Setting a Training Target............................................................ 7
Cancelling a Training Target.................................................. 7
Racing a Previous Activity
Personal Records....................................................................... 7
Viewing Your Personal Records............................................ 7
Restoring a Personal Record................................................. 7
Clearing a Personal Record................................................... 7
Clearing All Personal Records............................................... 7
Running Dynamics......................................................................7
Training with Running Dynamics........................................... 8
Color Gauges and Running Dynamics Data.......................... 8
Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data.............................. 8
About VO2 Max. Estimates.........................................................8
Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate for Running....................... 9
Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate for Cycling......................... 9
VO2 Max. Standard Ratings.................................................. 9
Viewing Your Predicted Race Times..................................... 9
Recovery Advisor........................................................................9
Turning On the Recovery Advisor.......................................... 9
Viewing Your Recovery Time.................................................9
About Training Effect................................................................ 10
.......................................................... 7
Clock.............................................................................. 10
Setting the Alarm...................................................................... 10
Starting the Countdown Timer.................................................. 10
Using the Stopwatch................................................................. 10
Setting Sunrise and Sunset Alerts............................................ 10
Navigation..................................................................... 10
Saving Your Location............................................................... 10
Navigating to a Destination....................................................... 10
Navigating to a Point of Interest............................................... 10
Points of Interest.................................................................. 10
Navigating with Sight 'N Go...................................................... 10
Compass...................................................................................11
Map........................................................................................... 11
Viewing the Map.................................................................. 11
Browsing the Map................................................................ 11
Saving or Navigating to a Location on the Map................... 11
Navigating To Your Starting Point............................................ 11
History........................................................................... 11
Using History............................................................................ 11
Multisport History................................................................. 11
Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone...................... 11
Viewing Step Totals.................................................................. 11
Viewing Data Totals.................................................................. 11
Deleting History........................................................................ 12
Using the Odometer..................................................................12
Connected Features..................................................... 12
Garmin Connect........................................................................12
Using Garmin Connect Mobile............................................. 12
Manually Uploading Data to Garmin Connect Mobile..... 12
Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer.......................... 12
Enabling Bluetooth Notifications............................................... 12
Viewing Notifications............................................................ 12
Managing Notifications.........................................................13
Turning Off Bluetooth Technology....................................... 13
Connect IQ Features................................................................ 13
Downloading Connect IQ Features...................................... 13
Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your
Computer............................................................................. 13
Customizing Your Device............................................ 13
Activity App Settings................................................................. 13
Customizing the Data Screens............................................ 13
Alerts.................................................................................... 13
Setting an Alert................................................................14
Auto Lap...............................................................................14
Marking Laps by Distance............................................... 14
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Routing Settings...................................................................14
Enabling Auto Pause®......................................................... 14
Enabling Auto Climb............................................................ 14
3D Speed and Distance....................................................... 15
Using Auto Scroll................................................................. 15
UltraTrac.............................................................................. 15
Power Save Timeout Settings..............................................15
Watch Face Settings.................................................................15
Customizing the Watch Face............................................... 15
Customizing the Widget Loop................................................... 15
Sensors Settings.......................................................................15
Compass Settings................................................................ 15
Calibrating the Compass................................................. 15
Setting the North Reference............................................15
Altimeter and Barometer...................................................... 15
Altimeter Settings................................................................. 16
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter............................... 16
Barometer Settings.............................................................. 16
Map Settings............................................................................. 16
Showing and Hiding Map Data............................................ 16
System Settings........................................................................ 16
Time Settings....................................................................... 16
Backlight Settings................................................................ 16
Changing the Units of Measure........................................... 16
ANT+ Sensors............................................................... 16
Pairing ANT+ Sensors.............................................................. 17
Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor........................................... 17
Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data...........................................17
Using an Optional Bike Cadence Sensor................................. 17
Foot Pod................................................................................... 17
Foot Pod Calibration............................................................ 17
Calibrating Your Foot Pod Manually............................... 17
tempe........................................................................................ 17
Device Information....................................................... 18
Viewing Device Information...................................................... 18
Device Care.............................................................................. 18
Cleaning the Device............................................................. 18
Specifications............................................................................18
Battery Information...............................................................18
Maximizing the Battery Life............................................. 18
Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor.............................................18
HRM-Run Specifications...........................................................18
User Replaceable Batteries...................................................... 18
Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery........................... 18
Data Management.................................................................... 19
Disconnecting the USB Cable..............................................19
Deleting Files....................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting........................................................................ 19
My daily step count does not appear................................... 19
The temperature reading is not accurate............................. 19
Resetting Your Device......................................................... 19
Restoring All Default Settings.............................................. 19
Getting More Information..................................................... 19
Appendix....................................................................... 19
Data Fields................................................................................19
Software License Agreement................................................... 21
Symbol Definitions.................................................................... 21
Index.............................................................................. 23
ii Table of Contents
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.
Device Overview
LIGHT Select to turn the backlight on and off.
À
START
Á
STOP
BACK
Â
LAP
DOWN Select to scroll through widgets, menus, and
Ã
UP Select to scroll through widgets, menus, and
Ä
Touchscreen Tap or swipe to interact with device features.
Å
Touchscreen Tips
You can use the touchscreen to interact with many device
features.
• Swipe up or down to scroll through widgets, data screens,
lists, and menus.
• Tap the screen to select an item.
• From a data screen, hold a data field to change it.
• Tap an on-screen control to activate the control.
• Make each touchscreen selection a separate action.
Locking and Unlocking the Device
You can lock the touchscreen or the keys to prevent inadvertent
screen touches or key presses.
• To lock the touchscreen, hold , and select Lock Screen.
• To unlock the touchscreen, hold , and select Unlock
Screen.
• To lock the touchscreen and keys, hold , and select Lock
Device.
• To unlock the touchscreen and keys, hold , and select
Unlock Device.
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.
Hold to turn the device on and off or to lock the
device.
Select to start or stop an activity.
Select to choose an option in a menu.
Select to return to the previous page.
Select to record a lap or a rest during an activity.
messages.
Hold to view the watch face from any page.
messages.
Select to dismiss a short message or notification.
Hold to view the main menu.
NOTICE
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.
Plug the USB end of the cable into the AC adapter or a
1
computer USB port.
Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.
2
Align the hinged side of the charging cradle À with the
3
groove on the bottom of the device.
Snap the top of the charger Á onto the device.
4
When you connect the device to a power source, the device
turns on.
Charge the device completely.
5
indicates the battery charge level.
Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Device
You should connect your epix device to a smartphone to access
the full features of the device.
Go to www.garmin.com/apps, and download the Garmin
1
Connect™ Mobile app to your smartphone.
Bring your smartphone within 10 m (33 ft.) of your device.
2
On the epix device, hold .
3
Select Settings > Bluetooth > Pair Mobile Device.
4
On your smartphone, open the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
5
Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect
6
account:
• If this is the first device you have paired a device with the
Garmin Connect Mobile app, follow the on-screen
instructions.
• If you have already paired another device with the Garmin
Connect Mobile app, select > Devices > , and follow
the on-screen instructions.
Support and Updates
Garmin Express™ provides easy access to these services for
Garmin® devices.
• Product registration
• Product manuals
• Software updates
• Data uploads to Garmin Connect
Setting Up Garmin Express
Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
1
Go to www.garmin.com/express.
2
Follow the on-screen instructions.
3
Widgets
Your device comes preloaded with widgets that provide at-aglance 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.
®
Introduction 1
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.
Map: Displays your location on the map.
Viewing Widgets
Your device comes preloaded with several widgets, and more
are available when you pair your device with a smartphone.
From any screen, hold .
1
The clock appears.
Select UP or DOWN.
2
The device cycles through the available widgets.
If you are recording an activity, select BACK to return to the
3
activity data pages.
Select START to view additional options and functions for a
4
widget (optional).
If necessary, follow the on-screen instructions to enter
3
additional information.
If necessary, wait while the device connects to your ANT+
4
sensors.
If the activity requires GPS, go outside, and wait while the
5
device locates satellites.
Select START to start the timer.
6
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.
Select STOP.
1
Select an option:
2
• To follow your track back to the starting point of your
activity, select TracBack.
• To resume your activity, select Resume.
• To save the activity and return to watch mode, select
Save.
• To discard the activity and return to watch mode, select
Discard.
• To suspend your activity and resume it at a later time,
select Resume Later.
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 must 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).
Turn on your VIRB camera.
1
On your epix device, select UP or DOWN from the watch face
2
to view the VIRB widget.
Wait while the device connects to your VIRB camera.
3
Select START.
4
The remote control appears.
Select an option:
5
• To record video, select Start Recording.
The video counter appears on the epix screen.
• To stop recording video, select Stop Recording.
• To take a photo, select Take Photo.
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.
You can also add Connect IQ™ activity apps to your device using
your Garmin Connect account (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.
From the watch face, select START.
1
Select an activity.
2
Skiing
Going Cross-Country Skiing
Before you go skiing, you should charge the device (Charging
the Device).
From the watch face, select START.
1
Select XC Ski.
2
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
3
Select START to start the timer.
4
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your activity.
5
Select LAP to record laps (optional).
6
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
7
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
8
Going Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding
Before you go skiing or snowboarding, you should charge the
device (Charging the Device).
From the watch face, select START.
1
Select Ski / Board.
2
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
3
Select START to start the timer.
4
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your activity.
5
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.
If necessary, start moving downhill to restart the timer.
6
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
7
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
8
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.
Start a skiing or snowboarding activity.
1
2 Activities
Hold .
2
Select View Runs.
3
Select UP and DOWN to view details of your last run, your
4
current run, and your total runs.
The run screens include time, distance traveled, maximum
speed, average speed, and total descent.
Hiking
Going for a Hike
Before you go for a hike, you should charge the device
(Charging the Device).
From the watch face, select START.
1
Select Hike.
2
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
3
Select START to start the timer.
4
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your activity.
5
The device records a track while you hike.
When you need to take a break or pause the device from
6
tracking, select STOP > Resume Later.
The device saves the status of your hike and enters low
power mode.
Select START > Hike > Resume to resume tracking.
7
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
8
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
9
Auto Climb
When the auto climb feature is enabled for your activity, the
device detects when you start climbing and transitions
automatically to a different data page. You can enable auto
climb in the activity settings for some activities, such as running,
hiking, or climbing (Activity App Settings). You can also select
the data page to be displayed and the ascent threshold used to
detect a climb.
Running
Going for a Run
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).
Put on your ANT+ sensors, such as a foot pod or heart rate
1
monitor (optional).
From the watch face, select START.
2
Select Run.
3
When using optional ANT+ sensors, wait while the device
4
connects to the sensors.
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
5
Select START to start the timer.
6
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your activity.
7
Select LAP to record laps (optional).
8
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
9
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
10
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.
Hold .
1
Select Settings > Apps.
2
Select an activity.
3
NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities.
Select Metronome > Status > On.
4
Select an option:
5
• Select Beats Per Minute to enter a value based on the
cadence you want to maintain.
• Select Alert Frequency to customize the frequency of the
beats.
• Select Sounds to customize the metronome tone and
vibration.
If necessary, select Preview to listen to the metronome
6
feature before you run.
Hold DOWN to return to the clock.
7
Go for a run (Going for a Run).
8
The metronome starts automatically.
During your run, select UP or DOWN to view the metronome
9
screen.
If necessary, hold UP to change the metronome settings.
10
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).
Pair your ANT+ sensors, such as a heart rate monitor, speed
1
sensor, or cadence sensor (optional).
From the watch face, select START.
2
Select Bike.
3
When using optional ANT+ sensors, wait while the device
4
connects to the sensors.
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
5
Select START to start the timer.
6
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your activity.
7
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
8
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
9
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).
From the watch face, select START.
1
Select Pool Swim.
2
Select your pool size, or enter a custom size.
3
Select START to start the timer.
4
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your activity.
5
The device automatically records swim intervals and lengths.
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
6
When resting, select LAP to pause the timer.
7
Select LAP to restart the timer.
8
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
9
Activities 3
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. Swolf is a measurement 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.
During your swim activity, select LAP to start a rest.
1
The display reverses to white text on a black background,
and the rest screen appears.
During a rest, select UP or DOWN to view other data screens
2
(optional).
Select LAP, and continue swimming.
3
Repeat for additional rest intervals.
4
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 (Customizing the Data Screens).
From the watch face, select START.
1
Select Pool Swim.
2
During your pool swim activity, select UP or DOWN to view
3
the drill log screen.
Select LAP to start the drill timer.
4
After completing a drill interval, select LAP.
5
The drill timer stops, but the activity timer continues to record
the entire swim session.
Select a distance for the completed drill.
6
Distance increments are based on the pool size selected for
the activity profile.
Select an option:
7
• To start another drill interval, select LAP.
• To start a swim interval, select UP or DOWN to return to
the swim training screens.
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
8
Going for an Open Water Swim
Before you go for a swim, you should charge the device
(Charging the Device).
From the watch face, select START.
1
Select Open Water.
2
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
3
Select START to start the timer.
4
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your activity.
5
Select LAP to record an interval (optional).
6
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
7
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
8
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, you 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.
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).
Pair your ANT+ sensors, such as a foot pod or heart rate
1
monitor (optional).
From the watch face, select START.
2
Select Triathlon or a custom multisport activity.
3
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
4
Select START to start the timer.
5
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
Start your first activity.
6
Select LAP to transition to the next activity.
7
If transitions are turned on, the transition time is recorded
separately from the activity times.
If necessary, select LAP to start the next activity.
8
Select UP or DOWN to view other data pages (optional).
9
After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
10
Creating a Custom Activity
Hold .
1
Select Settings > Apps > Add New.
2
Select an activity type.
3
NOTE: If you are creating a custom multisport activity, you
are prompted to select two or more activities and include
transitions.
If necessary, select an accent color.
4
If necessary, select an icon.
5
Select a name or enter a custom name.
6
Duplicate activity names include a number, for example:
Triathlon(2).
Select an option:
7
• Select Use Default to create your custom activity starting
from the default system settings.
• Select a copy of an existing activity to create your custom
activity starting from one of your saved activities.
If necessary, select the GPS mode.
8
4 Activities
Select an option:
9
• Select Done to save and use the custom activity.
• Select Edit Settings to customize specific activity
settings.
Indoor Activities
The epix 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 selfcalibrating. 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.
Hold .
1
Select My Stats > User Profile.
2
Select an option.
3
Fitness Goals
Knowing your heart rate zones can help you measure and
improve your fitness by understanding and applying these
principles.
• Your heart rate is a good measure of exercise intensity.
• Training in certain heart rate zones can help you improve
cardiovascular capacity and strength.
• 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 Connect
account.
Hold .
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Select My Stats > User Profile > Heart Rate Zones.
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Select Default to view the default values (optional).
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The default values can be applied to running and cycling.
Select Running or Cycling.
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Select Preference > Set Custom > Based On.
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Select an option:
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• Select BPM to view and edit the zones in beats per
minute.
• 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).
Select Max. HR, and enter your maximum heart rate.
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Select a zone, and enter a value for each zone.
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Select Resting HR, and enter your resting heart rate.
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Heart Rate Zone Calculations
Zone % of
Maximum
Heart Rate
1 50–60% Relaxed, easy pace,
2 60–70% Comfortable pace,
3 70–80% Moderate pace, more
4 80–90% Fast pace and a bit
5 90–100% Sprinting pace,
Perceived Exertion Benefits
rhythmic breathing
slightly deeper
breathing, conversation
possible
difficult to hold
conversation
uncomfortable, breathing
forceful
unsustainable for long
period of time, labored
breathing
Beginning-level
aerobic training,
reduces stress
Basic cardiovascular
training, good
recovery pace
Improved aerobic
capacity, optimal
cardiovascular training
Improved anaerobic
capacity and
threshold, improved
speed
Anaerobic and
muscular endurance,
increased power
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.
Hold .
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Select My Stats > User Profile > Power Zones > Based
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On.
Select an option:
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• 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.
Select FTP, and enter your FTP value.
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Select a zone, and enter a value for each zone.
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If necessary, select Minimum, and enter a minimum power
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value.
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.
Hold .
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Select Settings > Activity Tracking > Status > On.
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