Garmin Forerunner 630 Owners Manual
Forerunner® 630
Owner’s Manual
November 2015 190-01954-00_0B
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Table of Contents
Introduction.....................................................................1
Keys............................................................................................ 1
Status Icons........................................................................... 1
Touchscreen Tips....................................................................... 1
Going for a Run.......................................................................... 1
Training........................................................................... 1
Activity Tracking..........................................................................1
Turning On Activity Tracking.................................................. 1
Using the Move Alert..............................................................1
Auto Goal............................................................................... 2
Using Do Not Disturb Mode................................................... 2
Sleep Tracking....................................................................... 2
Training Indoors.......................................................................... 2
Workouts.....................................................................................2
Following a Workout From the Web.......................................2
Starting a Workout................................................................. 2
About the Training Calendar.................................................. 2
Interval Workouts........................................................................ 2
Creating an Interval Workout................................................. 2
Starting an Interval Workout.................................................. 3
Stopping a Workout............................................................... 3
Using Virtual Partner®................................................................ 3
Setting a Training Target............................................................ 3
Cancelling a Training Target.................................................. 3
Racing a Previous Activity.......................................................... 3
Personal Records....................................................................... 3
Viewing Your Personal Records............................................ 3
Restoring a Personal Record................................................. 3
Clearing a Personal Record................................................... 3
Clearing All Personal Records............................................... 3
Smart Features............................................................... 4
Pairing Your Smartphone........................................................... 4
Phone Notifications................................................................ 4
Playing Audio Alerts During Your Run................................... 4
Widgets....................................................................................... 4
Bluetooth Controls Widget..................................................... 4
Viewing the Weather Widget..................................................4
VIRB Remote......................................................................... 4
Bluetooth Connected Features................................................... 5
Turning On the Smartphone Connection Alert....................... 5
Locating a Lost Smartphone.................................................. 5
Turning Off Bluetooth Technology......................................... 5
Connect IQ™ Features............................................................... 5
Downloading Connect IQ Features........................................ 5
Wi‑Fi Connected Features.......................................................... 5
Setting Up Wi‑Fi Connectivity on Your
Forerunner Device................................................................. 5
Turning Off Wi‑Fi Wireless Technology................................. 5
History............................................................................. 5
Viewing History........................................................................... 5
Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone........................ 6
Viewing Data Totals.................................................................... 6
Deleting History.......................................................................... 6
Data Management...................................................................... 6
Deleting Files......................................................................... 6
Disconnecting the USB Cable................................................6
Sending Data to Your Garmin Connect Account........................ 6
Garmin Connect..........................................................................6
Navigation....................................................................... 6
Viewing and Saving Your Location............................................. 6
Editing a Location.................................................................. 6
Deleting a Location................................................................ 7
Navigating to a Saved Location.................................................. 7
Navigating Back to Start............................................................. 7
Stopping Navigation....................................................................7
ANT+ Sensors................................................................. 7
Pairing ANT+ Sensors................................................................ 7
Running Dynamics......................................................................7
Training with Running Dynamics........................................... 7
Color Gauges and Running Dynamics Data.......................... 7
Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data.............................. 8
Setting Your Heart Rate Zones...................................................8
Letting the Device Set Your Heart Rate Zones.......................... 8
Physiological Measurements...................................................... 8
About VO2 Max. Estimates.................................................... 9
Viewing Your Predicted Race Times..................................... 9
Recovery Advisor................................................................... 9
Recovery Heart Rate............................................................. 9
Lactate Threshold.................................................................. 9
Viewing Your Performance Condition.................................. 10
Viewing Your Stress Score.................................................. 10
Foot Pod................................................................................... 10
Going for a Run Using a Foot Pod....................................... 10
Foot Pod Calibration............................................................ 10
Customizing Your Device............................................ 10
Setting Up Your User Profile.....................................................10
Activity Profiles......................................................................... 10
Changing Your Activity Profile............................................. 11
Creating a Custom Activity Profile....................................... 11
Deleting an Activity Profile................................................... 11
Activity Settings........................................................................ 11
Customizing the Data Screens............................................ 11
Alerts.................................................................................... 11
Running with the Metronome............................................... 11
Using Auto Pause®............................................................. 12
Marking Laps by Distance....................................................12
Customizing the Lap Alert Message.................................... 12
Using Auto Scroll................................................................. 12
Changing the GPS Setting................................................... 12
Using UltraTrac Mode.......................................................... 12
Power Save Timeout Settings..............................................12
Activity Tracking Settings..........................................................12
System Settings........................................................................ 12
Changing the Device Language.......................................... 12
Time Settings....................................................................... 12
Backlight Settings................................................................ 13
Setting the Device Sounds.................................................. 13
Changing the Units of Measure........................................... 13
Format Settings....................................................................13
Data Recording Settings...................................................... 13
Device Information....................................................... 13
Charging the Device................................................................. 13
Specifications............................................................................13
Forerunner Specifications.................................................... 13
HRM-Run Specifications...................................................... 13
Device Care.............................................................................. 13
Cleaning the Device............................................................. 14
Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor........................................ 14
User Replaceable Batteries................................................. 14
Troubleshooting........................................................... 14
Support and Updates................................................................ 14
Getting More Information.......................................................... 14
Acquiring Satellite Signals........................................................ 14
Improving GPS Satellite Reception.......................................... 14
Resetting the Device.................................................................14
Clearing User Data................................................................... 14
Restoring All Default Settings................................................... 15
Viewing Device Information...................................................... 15
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Updating the Software.............................................................. 15
Maximizing Battery Life.............................................................15
Locking the Touchscreen and Keys......................................... 15
My daily step count does not appear........................................ 15
Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data............................................... 15
Appendix....................................................................... 15
Data Fields................................................................................15
Software License Agreement................................................... 16
Heart Rate Zone Calculations...................................................16
VO2 Max. Standard Ratings..................................................... 16
Index.............................................................................. 18
ii Table of Contents
Introduction
WARNING
See the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any
exercise program.
Keys
Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
• Swipe right to exit a menu.
• Perform each touchscreen selection as a separate action.
Going for a Run
The first fitness activity you record on your device can be a run,
ride, or any outdoor activity. You may need to charge the device
Charging the Device,
(
Select , and select an activity profile.
1
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
2
Select to start the timer.
3
Go for a run.
4
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13)
before starting the activity.
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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 access the activity profiles and apps.
Select to mark a new lap.
Select to open the menu.
The menu options depend on the active screen and how
TIP:
you are using the device.
Select to return to the previous screen.
Hold to lock the device keys and touchscreen.
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
Speed and cadence sensor status
tempe™ sensor status
VIRB® camera status
Touchscreen Tips
NOTE: The touchscreen is optimized for running. For best
results, you should wear the device while operating the
touchscreen.
• From the watch face, swipe left or right to scroll through the
available widgets.
• From the timer screen, swipe left or right to view data screens
in the loop.
• From a data screen, hold a data field to change it.
• Tap the touchscreen to confirm messages and alerts.
• Swipe up or down to scroll through menus, options, and
settings.
• Select to close a message or confirm a choice.
• Select to cancel a setting or choice without saving.
After you complete your run, select to stop the timer.
5
Select an option:
6
• Select Save to save the run and reset the timer. You can
select the run to view a summary.
• Select > to delete the run.
• Select to resume the run.
Training
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.
Select > Settings
1
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.
From the time of day screen, swipe to view the activity
2
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
> Activity Tracking > Status > On
.
Introduction 1
appear. The device also beeps or vibrates if audible tones are
turned on (Setting the Device Sounds, page 13).
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 À.
If you choose not to use the auto goal feature, you can set a
personalized step goal on your Garmin Connect™ account.
Using Do Not Disturb Mode
Before you can use do not disturb mode, you must pair your
device with a smartphone (Pairing Your Smartphone,
page 4).
You can use do not disturb mode to turn off the backlight, alert
tones, and vibrations. For example, you can use this mode while
sleeping or watching a movie.
NOTE: You can set your normal sleep hours in the user settings
on your Garmin Connect account. The device automatically
enters do not disturb mode during your normal sleep hours.
From the time of day screen, swipe right to view the controls
widget, and select .
You can turn off do not disturb mode from the controls
widget.
Sleep Tracking
While you are sleeping, the device monitors your movement.
Sleep statistics include total hours of sleep, sleep levels, and
sleep movement. You can set your normal sleep hours in the
user settings on your Garmin Connect account. You can view
your sleep statistics on your Garmin Connect account.
Training Indoors
The device includes indoor activity profiles where GPS is turned
off. You can turn off GPS when you are training indoors or to
save battery life.
NOTE: Any change to the GPS setting is saved to the active
profile.
Select > Activity Settings > GPS > Off.
When running with GPS turned off, speed and distance are
calculated using the accelerometer in the device. The
accelerometer is self-calibrating. The accuracy of the speed
and distance data improves after a few outdoor runs using
GPS.
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
page 6)
Connect the device to your computer.
1
Go to www.garminconnect.com.
2
Create and save a new workout.
3
Select
4
instructions.
Disconnect the device.
5
Garmin Connect account (
.
Send to Device, and follow the on-screen
Garmin Connect,
Starting a Workout
Before you can start a workout, you must download a workout
from your Garmin Connect account.
Select > Training
1
Select a workout.
2
Select Do Workout.
3
After you begin a workout, the device displays each step of the
workout, the target (if any), and current workout data.
> My Workouts
.
About the Training Calendar
The training calendar on your device is 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, you must
have a Garmin Connect account (
You can browse your Garmin Connect account to find a training
plan, schedule workouts, and send them to your device.
Connect the device to your computer.
1
From your
2
training plan.
Review the training plan in your calendar.
3
Select , and follow the on-screen instructions.
4
Garmin Connect account, select and schedule a
Garmin Connect,
page 6).
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
rest interval.
Creating an Interval Workout
Select > Training
1
Select
2
TIP:
type to Open.
Select
3
the workout, and select
Select Rest
4
Select
5
If necessary, enter a distance or time value for the rest
6
interval, and select .
Select one or more options:
7
• To set the number of repetitions, select Repeat
, the device records an interval and moves to a
> Intervals > Edit > Interval > Type
Distance, Time, or Open.
You can create an open-ended interval by setting the
Duration, enter a distance or time interval value for
> Type
Distance, Time, or Open.
.
.
.
.
2 Training
• To add an open-ended warm up to your workout, select
Warm Up
• To add an open-ended cool down to your workout, select
Cool Down > On.
> On
.
Starting an Interval Workout
Select > Training
1
Select .
2
When your interval workout has a warm up, select to
3
begin the first interval.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
When you complete all of the intervals, a message appears.
> Intervals > Do Workout
.
Stopping a Workout
• At any time, select to end a workout step.
• At any time, select to stop the timer.
• At any time, select > Cancel Workout to end the
workout.
Using
The
meet your goals. You can set the Virtual Partner pace or speed
to help you reach your training target.
1
2
3
4
Virtual Partner
Virtual Partner feature is a training tool designed to help you
Select > Settings
Virtual Partner > Status > On
Select
Set Pace or Set Speed.
You can use pace or speed as your running format.
Go for a run.
Scroll to the
Virtual Partner screen to see who is leading.
®
> Activity Settings > Data Screens >
.
Select to start the timer.
3
If necessary, swipe to view the Virtual Partner
4
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
5
A summary screen appears indicating that you finished
ahead of or behind the target.
screen.
Cancelling a Training Target
During the activity, swipe to view the target screen.
1
Hold .
2
Select Cancel Target > .
3
Racing a Previous Activity
You can race a previously recorded or downloaded activity. This
feature can be used with the running, cycling, and other single
sport activity profiles (excludes swimming). This feature works
with the Virtual Partner feature so you can see how far ahead or
behind you are during the activity.
Select > Training
1
Select an option:
2
• Select
• Select
Select the activity.
3
The
time.
Select to start the timer.
4
After you complete your activity, select > Save.
5
A summary screen appears indicating that you finished the
race ahead of or behind the previously recorded or
downloaded activity.
From History to select a previously recorded
activity from your device.
Downloaded to select an activity you downloaded
from your Garmin Connect account.
Virtual Partner screen displays your estimated finish
> Race an Activity
.
If necessary, hold the Virtual Partner banner À to adjust
5
Virtual Partner pace or speed during your run.
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. This feature can
be used with the running, cycling, and other single sport activity
profiles (excludes swimming). During your training activity, the
device gives you real-time feedback about how close you are to
achieving your training target.
Select > Training > Set a Target.
1
Select an option:
2
• Select Distance Only to select a preset distance or enter
a custom distance.
• Select Distance and Time to select a distance and time
target.
You can enter the time target, use prediction (based on
your VO2 max. estimate), or use your personal record
time.
• Select Distance and Pace or Distance and Speed to
select a distance and pace or speed target.
The training target screen displays your estimated finish time.
The estimated finish time is based on your current
performance and the time remaining.
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.
Viewing Your Personal Records
Select > My Stats > Records.
1
Select a sport.
2
Select a record.
3
Select
4
Restoring a Personal Record
You can set each personal record back to the one previously
recorded.
1
2
3
4
Clearing a Personal Record
1
2
3
4
Clearing All Personal Records
1
View Record.
Select > My Stats > Records.
Select a sport.
Select a record to restore.
Select Previous > .
NOTE:
Select > My Stats > Records.
Select a sport.
Select a record to delete.
Select Clear Record > .
NOTE:
Select > My Stats > Records.
NOTE:
This does not delete any saved activities.
This does not delete any saved activities.
This does not delete any saved activities.
Training 3
Select a sport.
2
Select Clear All Records > .
3
The records are deleted only for that sport.
Smart Features
Pairing Your Smartphone
You should connect your
complete the setup and use the full features of the device.
Go to www.garmin.com/intosports/apps, and download the
1
Garmin Connect Mobile app to your smartphone.
From the Forerunner device, select > Settings >
2
Bluetooth
Open the
3
Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect
4
account:
• If this is the first device you have paired with the Garmin
• If you have already paired another device with the Garmin
> Pair Mobile Device
Garmin Connect Mobile app.
Connect
Connect
Devices > , and follow the on-screen instructions.
Mobile app, follow the on-screen instructions.
Mobile app, from the settings, select
Phone Notifications
Phone notifications require a compatible smartphone to be
paired with the Forerunner device. When your phone receives
messages, it sends notifications to your device.
Enabling Bluetooth Notifications
Select > Settings
1
Select During Activity.
2
Select Off, Show Calls Only, or Show All.
3
Select
4
5
Viewing Notifications
• When a notification appears on your Forerunner device, tap
• Select the on-screen button to clear the notification or view
• From the time of day screen, swipe to view all of your
Managing Notifications
You can use your compatible smartphone to manage
notifications that appear on your Forerunner device.
Not During Activity.
Select
Off, Show Calls Only, or Show All.
NOTE:
the touchscreen to view the notification.
more options.
notifications on the notifications widget.
Select an option:
• If you are using an
• If you are using an Android™ device, use the app settings
You can change the audible sounds for notifications.
center settings on your smartphone to select the items to
show on the device.
in the Garmin Connect Mobile app to select the items to
show on the device.
Playing Audio Alerts During Your Run
Before you can set up audio alerts, you must have a
smartphone with the Garmin Connect Mobile app paired to your
Forerunner device.
You can set the
status announcements on your smartphone during the run.
Audio alerts include the lap number and lap time, pace or speed,
and heart rate data. During an audio alert, the Garmin Connect
mobile app mutes the primary audio of the smartphone to play
the announcement. Volume levels can be customized on the
Garmin Connect Mobile app.
Garmin Connect Mobile app to play motivational
Forerunner device to a smartphone to
.
Garmin
> Bluetooth > Smart Notifications
®
device, use the notification
Apple
.
From the settings in the
1
Garmin Devices.
Select your device.
2
If necessary, select Device Settings
3
Select
4
Audio Alerts.
Garmin Connect Mobile app, select
.
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 based on
your smartphone notification settings.
Calendar
Music controls: Provides music player controls for your
Weather: Displays the current temperature and weather
Activity Tracking
Controls: Allows you to turn on and off the Bluetooth
VIRB
Bluetooth
Sync Synchronizes your data with the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
Viewing the Weather Widget
1
2
3
VIRB Remote
The VIRB remote function allows you to control your VIRB
action camera using your device. 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.
1
2
3
4
: Displays upcoming meetings from your smartphone
calendar.
smartphone.
forecast.
: Tracks your daily step count, step goal,
distance traveled, calories burned, and sleep statistics.
connectivity and features including do not disturb, find my
phone, and manual syncing.
controls: Provides camera controls when you have a
VIRB device paired with your
Forerunner device.
Controls Widget
Turns on or off do not disturb mode.
Turns on or off
Activates the find my phone feature. It sends a beacon to your
smartphone that is paired and in range of your Forerunner
device.
From the time of day screen, swipe right to view the weather
widget.
Tap the touchscreen to view hourly and daily weather data.
Scroll down to view daily weather data.
Turn on your VIRB camera.
Pair the VIRB camera with your Forerunner device (Pairing
ANT+ Sensors, page 7).
On the Forerunner device, select the VIRB accessory.
When the VIRB accessory is paired, the VIRB screen is
added to the data screens for the active profile.
Select an option:
• Select Timer Start/Stop to control the camera using the
timer .
Video recording automatically starts and stops with the
Forerunner device timer.
• Select Manual to control the camera using the VIRB
widget.
Bluetooth technology.
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