Garmin Fenix 1 User Manual

							4If necessary, select Notification, and select a type of 
notification.
5Select Start.
Using the Stopwatch
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Clock > Stopwatch.
3Select Start.
Adding a Custom Time Zone
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Clock > Alt. Zones > Add Zone.
3Select a time zone.
The custom time zone page is added to the quick page loop 
(page 1).
Editing a Custom Time Zone
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Clock > Alt. Zones.
3Select a time zone.
4Select an option:
•To change the time zone, select Edit Zone.
•To customize the name of the time zone, select Edit 
Label.
•To delete the time zone from the quick page loop, select Delete > Yes.
Alerts
You can set the device to alert you in many different situations  where your awareness of the surrounding conditions or other 
data is important. There are three types of alerts: event alerts, 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 any 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 every time the device records a specified value or interval. For example, you can set the device to alert you every 30 minutes.
Alert NameAlert TypeDescriptionProximityRecurringSee page 7.DistanceEvent, 
recurringYou can set an interval or a custom distance from your final destination.TimeEvent, 
recurringYou can set an interval or a custom time from your estimated time of arrival.ElevationEvent, range, 
recurringYou can set minimum and maximum elevation values. You can also set the device to alert you when you ascend or descend a specified amount.
Nav. ArrivalEventYou can set alerts for reaching waypoints 
and the final destination of a track or 
route.
SpeedRangeYou can set minimum and maximum speed values.PaceRangeYou can set minimum and maximum pace values.Heart RateRangeYou can set minimum and maximum heart rate values or select zone changes. See page 11 and page 16.
CadenceRangeYou can set minimum and maximum cadence values.BatteryEventYou can set a low battery power alert.Setting a Proximity Alarm
Proximity alarms alert you when you are within a specified range of a particular location.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Alerts > Proximity > Edit > Create New.
3Select a location.
4Enter a radius.
5Select Done.
Calculating the Size of an Area
Before you can calculate the size of an area, you must acquire 
satellites (page 2).
1Select the Orange key.
2Select GPS Tools > Area Calc..
3Walk around the perimeter of the area you want to calculate.
4When you are finished, select the Orange key to calculate the area.
5Select an option:
•Select Save Track, enter a name, and select Done.
•Select Change Units to convert the area to a different unit.
•Select  to exit without saving.
Viewing the Almanacs
You can view almanac information for the sun and moon, and hunting and fishing.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select an option:
•To view the sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset  information, select GPS Tools > Sun & Moon.
•To view the predicted best times for hunting and fishing, select GPS Tools > Hunt & Fish.
3If necessary, select  or  to view a different day.
Viewing Satellite Information
The satellite page shows your current location, GPS accuracy, satellite locations, and signal strength.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Start GPS.
3Select the Orange key.
4Select GPS Tools > Satellite.
5Select  to view additional information.
Simulating a Location
When you are planning routes or activities in a different area, you can turn off GPS and simulate a different location.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > System > GPS Mode > Demo Mode.
3Select a location.
4Select Go > Move to Location.
Customizing Your Device
Setup Overview
The Setup menu contains numerous ways to customize your device. Garmin recommends that you take the time to familiarize yourself with the settings for each feature. If you take the time to customize your settings before your activity, you will spend less time adjusting the watch during your activity. To 
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							open the Setup menu, select the Orange key, and select 
Setup.
NOTE: Any changes you make are saved to the active profile 
(page 2).
Setup ItemAvailable Settings and InformationSystemYou can customize GPS settings, arrow keys, and the 
device language (page 8).Data PagesYou can customize data pages and data fields 
(page 8).SensorsYou can customize the compass (page 8) and 
altimeter (page 9) settings.ANT SensorYou can set up wireless accessories such as the heart 
rate monitor or tempe (page 10).TonesYou can customize the tones and vibrations (page 9).DisplayYou can adjust the backlight and screen contrast 
(page 9).ResetYou can clear the trip data, sensor plots (page 13), 
waypoints, or track log, or you can reset all of your 
settings (
page 13).
MapYou can customize the map orientation and how items 
appear on the map (page 9).TracksYou can customize the track recording settings 
(page 9).TimeYou can customize the appearance of the time page 
(page 9).UnitsYou can change the units of measure for data such as 
distance, elevation, and temperature (page 9).Pos. FormatYou can change how your position data appears 
(page 9).ProfilesYou can change the active profile and edit your profiles 
(page 2).FitnessYou can turn on Auto Lap, customize your fitness user 
profile, and edit your heart rate zones (page 9).GeocachesYou can customize how your geocaches are listed and 
activate chirp (page 10).MenuYou can customize the items that appear in the main 
menu (page 8).AboutYou can view information about the device and software 
(page 12).
Customizing the Main Menu
You can move or delete items in the main menu.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Menu.
3Select a menu item.
4Select an option:
•Select Move Up or Move Down to change the location of the item in the list.
•Select Remove to delete an item from the list.
Customizing the Arrow Keys
You can customize the hold function of  and  and  for your activity. For example, if the hiking profile is active, you can customize the hold  function to start and stop the timer.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > System > Hot Keys.
3Select an option:
•Select Hold Up to set the function performed when you 
hold .
•Select Hold Down to set the function performed when 
you hold .
•Select Data Page Back to set the function performed 
when you select .
•Select Data Page Up to set the function performed when 
you select .
•Select Data Page Down to set the function performed 
when you select 
.
NOTE: The available options depend on the current profile.
Customizing the Data Pages
You can customize the data pages for each profile (page 2). The organization and appearance of data pages depends on 
the active profile and whether you are in tracking, navigating, or 
indoor mode. See page 13 for a list of data fields.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Data Pages.
3Select Tracking, Navigating, or Indoor.
4Select a page, or select Add Page.
5Follow the on-screen instructions to select the number of data fields and the type of data to appear.
6Select an option:
•Select Edit, and change the data fields.
•Select Move Up or Move Down to change the order of the data pages.
•Select Delete to remove the data page from the page loop.
System Settings
Select Setup > System.
GPS Mode: Sets the GPS to Normal, UltraTrac (page 8), Indoor, or Demo Mode (GPS off).
WAAS: Sets the device to use Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) GPS signals. For information about WAAS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS/waas.html.
Hot Keys: Allows you to customize the hold function of the 
arrow keys (page 8).
Language: Sets the text language on the device.
NOTE: Changing the text language does not change the language of user-entered data or map data.
About UltraTrac
UltraTrac is a GPS setting that records track points less frequently than normal GPS mode in order to save battery. The default interval between track points is one point per minute. You can adjust the interval.
Compass Settings
Select Setup > Sensors > Compass.
Display: Sets the directional heading on the compass to degrees or milli-radians.
North Ref.: Sets the north reference of the compass 
(page 8).
Mode: Sets the compass to use either a combination of GPS 
and the electronic sensor data when moving (Auto) or GPS 
data only (Off).
Calibrate: Allows you to manually calibrate the compass sensor 
(page 5).
Setting the North Reference
You can set the directional reference used in calculating heading information.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Sensors > Compass > North Ref..
3Select an option:
•To set geographic north as the heading reference, select True.
•To set the magnetic declination for your location 
automatically, select Magnetic.
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							•To set grid north (000º) as the heading reference, select 
Grid.
•To set the magnetic variation value manually, select User, 
enter the magnetic variance, and select Done.
Altimeter Settings
Select Setup > Sensors > Altimeter.
Auto Cal.: Allows the altimeter to self-calibrate each time you turn on GPS tracking.
Baro. Plot: Variable records changes in elevation while you are moving. Fixed assumes the device is stationary at a fixed 
elevation, so the barometric pressure should only change 
due to weather. Amb. Press. records ambient pressure changes over a period of time.
Elev. Plot: Sets the device to record elevation changes over a period of time or distance.
Calibrate: Allows you to manually calibrate the altimeter sensor.
Setting the Device Tones
You can customize tones for messages and keys.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Tones.
3Select Messages or Keys.
4Select an option.
Display Settings
Select Setup > Display.
Backlight: Adjusts the backlight level and the length of time before the backlight turns off.
Contrast: Adjusts the screen contrast.
Map Settings
Select Setup > Map.
Orientation: Adjusts how the map is shown on the page. North 
Up shows North at the top of the page. Track Up shows your current direction of travel toward the top of the page.
Auto Zoom: Automatically selects the appropriate zoom level for optimal use on your map. When Off is selected, you must zoom in or out manually.
Points: Selects the zoom level for points on the map.
Track Log: Allows you to show or hide tracks on the map.
Go To Line: Allows you to select how the course appears on the map.
Map Colors: Allows you to select whether land or water is highlighted on the map.
Track Settings
Select Setup > Tracks.
Method: Selects a track recording method. Auto records the 
tracks at a variable rate to create an optimum representation 
of your tracks. If you select Distance or Time, you can set the interval rate manually.
Interval: Allows you to set the track log recording rate. Recording points more frequently creates a more-detailed track, but it fills the track log faster.
Auto Start: Sets the device to record your track automatically 
when you select Start GPS.
Auto Save: Sets the device to automatically save your track when you turn off GPS.
Auto Pause: Sets the device to stop recording your track when you are not moving.
Output: Sets the device to save the track as a GPX, FIT, or a 
GPX/FIT file (page 13).
•GPX records a traditional track that allows you to perform 
GPS functions with the track such as navigation and 
routes.
•FIT records additional information such as lap data and is used to record a track greater than 10,000 points. FIT files can be uploaded to Garmin Connect™ and are much more compact than GPX files.
•GPX/FIT allows you to output both file types.
Time Settings
Select Setup > Time.
Time Page: Allows you to customize the appearance of the time of day.
Format: Allows you to select a 12-hour or a 24-hour display time.
Time Zone: Allows you to select the time zone for the device. You can select Auto to set the time zone automatically based on your GPS position.
Changing the Units of Measure
You can customize units of measure for distance and speed, elevation, depth, temperature, and pressure.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Units.
3Select a measurement type.
4Select a unit of measure.
Position Format Settings
NOTE: Do not change the position format or the map datum 
coordinate system unless you are using a map or chart that 
specifies a different position format.
Select Setup > Pos. Format.
Format: Sets the position format in which a given location reading appears.
Datum: Sets the coordinate system on which the map is structured.
Spheroid: Shows the coordinate system the device is using. The default coordinate system is WGS 84.
Fitness Settings
Select Setup > Fitness.
Auto Lap: Sets the device to automatically mark the lap at a specific distance.
User: Sets the user profile information (page 9).
HR Zones: Sets the five heart rate zones for fitness activities 
(page 11).
FIT Activity: Sets the type of fitness activity being performed. This allows your activity type to appear correctly when you  transfer your activity data to Garmin Connect.
Foot Pod Speed: Sets the speed to Off, Indoor, and Always 
On (page 11).
Setting Your Fitness User Profile
The device uses information that you enter about yourself to calculate accurate data. You can modify the following user profile information: gender, age, weight, height, and lifetime  athlete (page 10).
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Fitness > User.
3Modify the settings.
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							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.
Geocache Settings
Select Setup > Geocaches.
List: Allows you to display the geocache list by names or codes.
chirp: Turns chirp searching on or off (page 6).
Fitness
Customizing Your Running or Cycling 
Profile
There are many ways to customize your device for ease of use while running or cycling. You can access the settings menu using the Orange key.
•Select Setup > Tracks > Auto Pause to turn Auto Pause® 
on (page 9).
•Select Setup > Tracks > Output to set your output format if 
you plan to manage your fitness activities using Garmin 
Connect (page 9).
•Select Setup > Data Pages to customize the data fields and 
to change the order of the data pages (page 15).
•Select Setup > Units to change units of measurement.
For example, you can record your biking distance in kilometers instead of miles.
•Customize the hold function of your arrow keys for your 
activity (page 8).
•Select Setup > Fitness > Auto Lap to set your lap distance. The default distance is 1 mi (1.60 km).
•Enter your fitness user profile information (page 9) and heart 
rate zones (page 11) to obtain accurate calorie measurements.
Going for a Run
Before you go for a run, you must change the profile to running 
(page 2).
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Start GPS.
3Wait while the device locates satellites.
4Hold  to start the timer.
5Start running.
You can hold  to pause and resume your run. You can hold  to mark a lap.
6Select the Orange key.
7Select Stop GPS to finish your run.
The device automatically saves your run.
History
History includes date, time, distance, calories, average speed or 
pace, ascent, descent, and optional ANT+™ sensor information.
NOTE: History is not recorded while the timer is stopped or paused.
When the device memory is full, a message appears. The device does not automatically delete or overwrite your history. You can upload your history to Garmin Connect (page 10) or BaseCamp (page 4) periodically to keep track of all your activity data.
Viewing an Activity
You can view the history or a map of your fitness activity.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select FIT History.
A list of your activities appears by date.
3Select an activity.
4Select Details or View Map.
Saving an Activity as a Track
You can save an activity as a track using GPS. This allows you to perform GPS functions with the activity, such as navigation and routes.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select FIT History.
3Select an activity.
4Select Save as Track.
Deleting an Activity
1Select the Orange key.
2Select FIT History.
3Select an activity.
4Select Delete > Yes.
Using Garmin Connect
1Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.
2Go to www.garminconnect.com/start.
3Follow the on-screen instructions.
ANT+ Sensors
The device is compatible with these optional, wireless ANT+ accessories.
•Heart rate monitor (page 10)
•GSC™ 10 speed and cadence sensor (page 12)
•tempe wireless temperature sensor (page 10)
For information about compatibility and purchasing additional 
sensors, go to http://buy.garmin.com.
Pairing ANT+ Sensors
Pairing is the connecting of ANT+ wireless devices, for 
example, connecting a tempe temperature sensor with your Garmin device.
1Bring the device within range (3 m) of the sensor.
NOTE: Stay 10 m away from other ANT+ sensors while pairing.
2Select the Orange key.
3Select Setup > ANT Sensor.
4Select your sensor.
5Select New Search.
When 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.
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.
Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor
NOTE: If you do not have a heart rate monitor, you can skip this task.
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							You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin, 
just below your breastplate. It should be snug enough to stay in place during your activity.
1Snap the heart rate monitor module À onto the strap.
2Wet both electrodes Á on the back of the strap to create a strong connection between your chest and the transmitter.
3If the heart rate monitor has a contact patch Â, wet the contact patch.
4Wrap the strap around your chest, and connect the strap 
hook 
à to the loop.
The Garmin logo should be right-side up.
5Bring the device within range (3 m) of the heart rate monitor.
After you put on the heart rate monitor, it is on standby and ready to send data.
TIP: If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, see page 11.
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.
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  (
page 16) 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.
Setting Your Heart Rate Zones
Before the device can determine your heart rate zones, you 
must set up your fitness user profile (page 9).
You can manually adjust the heart rate zones according to your  fitness goals (page 11).
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Fitness > HR Zones.
3Enter the maximum and minimum heart rate for zone 5.
4Enter your minimum heart rate for zones 4-1.
The maximum heart rate for each zone is based on the minimum heart rate of the previous zone. For example, if you 
enter 167 as a minimum heart rate for zone 5, the device 
uses 166 as the maximum rate for zone 4.
Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data
If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you can try these tips.
•Reapply moisture to the electrodes and contact patch.
You can use water, saliva, or electrode gel.
•Tighten the strap on your chest.
•Warm up for 5–10 minutes.
•Wash the strap after every seven uses (page 13).
•Wear a cotton shirt or wet your shirt if suitable for your activity.
Synthetic fabrics that rub or flap against the heart rate  monitor can create static electricity that interferes with heart 
rate signals.
•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 sensors, high-voltage power lines, electric motors, ovens, microwave ovens, 2.4 Ghz cordless phones, and wireless LAN access points.
•Replace the battery (page 12).
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.
Setting the Foot Pod Mode
You can set your device to use foot pod data instead of GPS data to calculate pace.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Fitness > Foot Pod Speed.
3Select an option:
•Select Indoor when you are training indoors without GPS.
•Select Always On when training outdoors, when your GPS signal is weak, or when you lose satellite signals.
Going for a Run Using a Foot Pod
Before you go for a run, you must change the profile to running (page 2), and pair the foot pod with your device (page 10).
When your device can not acquire satellite signals, such as 
when running indoors on a treadmill, you can use the foot pod 
to measure your running distance.
1Install your foot pod according to the accessory instructions.
2Select the Orange key.
3Select Setup > Fitness > Foot Pod Speed > Indoor.
4Hold  to start the timer.
5Start running.
You can hold  to pause and resume your run. You can hold  to mark a lap.
6Hold  to stop the timer.
The device automatically saves your run.
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							Foot Pod Calibration
Calibrating your foot pod is optional and can improve accuracy. There are three ways to adjust the calibration: distance, GPS, and manual.
Calibrating Your Foot Pod by Distance
Before you can calibrate your device, you must pair your device 
with the foot pod (page 10).
For best results, the foot pod should be calibrated using the inside lane of a regulation track or an exact distance. A regulation track (2 laps = 0.5 mi. or 800 m) is more accurate than a treadmill.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > ANT Sensor > Foot Pod > Calibrate > Distance.
3Select Start to begin recording.
4Run or walk 0.5 mi. or 800 m.
5Select Stop.
Calibrating Your Foot Pod by GPS
Before you can calibrate your device, you must acquire GPS  signals, and pair your device with the foot pod (page 10).
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > ANT Sensor > Foot Pod > Calibrate > GPS.
3Select Start to begin recording.
4Run or walk approximately 0.62 mi. or 1 k.
The device informs you when you have traveled far enough.
Calibrating Your Foot Pod Manually
Before you can calibrate your device, you must pair your device 
with the foot pod (page 10).
Garmin recommends manual calibration if you know your calibration factor. If you have calibrated a foot pod with another Garmin product, you may know your calibration factor.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > ANT Sensor > Foot Pod > Calibrate > Manual.
3Adjust the calibration factor:
•Increase the calibration factor if your distance is too low.
•Decrease the calibration factor if your distance is too high.
Using an Optional Bike Cadence Sensor
You can use the GSC 10 to send biking data to your device.
•Pair the sensor with your fēnix (page 10).
•Create a custom profile for biking (page 2).
•Update your fitness user profile information (page 9).
Device Information
Viewing Device Information
You can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > About.
Updating the Software
NOTE: Updating the software does not erase any of your data or settings.
1Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable.
2Go to www.garmin.com/products/webupdater.
3Follow the on-screen instructions.
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.
Cleaning the Device
1Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
2Wipe it dry.
Specifications
Battery type500 mAh Lithium-ion batteryBattery lifeUp to 6 weeksWater resistanceWater resistant to 164 ft. (50 m)Operating temperature 
rangeFrom -4ºF to 122ºF (from -20ºC to 50ºC)Radio frequency/
protocol2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications 
protocol
Bluetooth® Smart device
Heart Rate Monitor Specifications
Battery typeUser-replaceable CR2032, 3 voltsBattery lifeUp to 4.5 years (1 hour per day). When the battery is low, a message appears on your 
compatible Garmin device.
Water resistanceWater resistant to 98.4 ft. (30 m)
NOTE: This product does not transmit heart rate data while swimming.
Operating 
temperature rangeFrom 23°F to 122°F (from -5°C to 50°C)Radio frequency/
protocol2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications protocol
Battery Information
The actual battery life depends on how much you use GPS, device sensors, optional wireless sensors, and the backlight.
Battery LifeMode16 hoursNormal GPS mode50 hoursUltraTrac GPS modeUp to 2 weeksAlways On sensor modeUp to 6 weeksWatch mode
Heart Rate Monitor Battery
 WARNING
Do not use a sharp object to remove user-replaceable batteries.
Contact your local waste disposal department to properly recycle the batteries. Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. Go to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery
1Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws on the back of the module.
2Remove the cover and battery.
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							3Wait 30 seconds.
4Insert the new battery with the positive side facing up.
NOTE: Do not damage or lose the O-ring gasket.
5Replace the back cover and the four screws.
After you replace the heart rate monitor battery, you may need to pair it with the device again.
Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor
NOTICE
You must unsnap and remove the module before cleaning 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 instructions.
•Rinse the strap after every use.
•Machine wash the strap after every seven uses.
•Do not put the strap in a dryer.
•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.
Data Management
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me, Windows NT®, and Mac OS 10.3 and earlier.
File Types
The device supports these file types.
•Files from BaseCamp or HomePort™. Go to www.garmin.com/trip_planning.
•GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Go to www.garmin.com/products/poiloader.
•GPX track files.
•GPX geocache files. Go to www.opencaching.com.
•FIT files for exporting to Garmin Connect.
•GPX/FIT files for recording data in both formats simultaneously.
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.
1Complete 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.
2Disconnect 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.
1Open the Garmin drive or volume.
2If necessary, open a folder or volume.
3Select a file.
4Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
Troubleshooting
Locking the Keys
You can lock the keys to prevent inadvertent key presses.
1Select the data page you want to view while the keys are locked.
2Hold  and  to lock the keys.
3Hold  and  to unlock the keys.
Resetting Your Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it.
1Hold  for at least 25 seconds.
2Hold  for one second to turn on the device.
Resetting the Device to Factory Settings
You can restore all of the device settings to the factory default values.
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Reset > All Settings > Yes.
Clearing All Sensor Plot Data
1Select the Orange key.
2Select Setup > Reset > Clear Plots > Yes.
Getting More Information
You can find more information about this product on the Garmin website.
•Go to www.garmin.com/outdoor.
•Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter.
•Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer 
for information about optional accessories and replacement 
parts.
Appendix
Data Fields
Some data fields require you to be navigating or require ANT+ accessories to display data.
ACCURACY (GPS): The margin of error for your exact location. For example, your GPS location is accurate to within +/- 12 feet (3.65 m).
AMB PRESS (ambient pressure): The uncalibrated environmental pressure.
ASCENT (ascent total): The total elevation distance ascended since the last reset.
AVG ASCENT (average ascent): The average vertical distance of ascent since the last reset.
AVG CAD (average cadence): The average cadence for the current activity.
AVG DESCNT (average descent): The average vertical distance of descent since the last reset.
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							AVG HR (average heart rate): The average heart rate for the 
current activity.
AVG HR % (average heart rate percentage): The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current activity.
AVG LAP (average lap): The average lap time for the current activity.
AVG PACE (average pace): The average pace for the current activity.
AVG SPEED (average speed overall): The average speed while moving and stopped since the last reset.
BAROMETER: The calibrated current pressure.
BATTERY: The remaining battery power.
BEARING: The direction from your current location to a destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
CADENCE: The revolutions of the crank arm or strides per minute. Your device must be connected to a cadence accessory.
CALORIES: The amount of total calories burned.
CMP HDNG (compass heading): The direction you are moving based on the compass.
COMPASS: A visual representation of the direction in which the device is pointing.
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.
DATE: The current day, month, and year.
DESCENT (descent total): The total elevation distance descended since the last reset.
DISTANCE (trip odometer): A running tally of the distance traveled since the last reset.
ELEVATION: The altitude of your current location above or below sea level.
FINAL DEST (final destination): The last point on the route to the destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
FINAL DIST (distance to final destination): The remaining distance to the final destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
FINAL ETA (final estimated time of arrival): The estimated 
time of day you will reach the final destination (adjusted to 
the local time of the destination). You must be navigating for this data to appear.
FINAL ETE (final estimated time en route): The estimated time remaining before you reach the destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
FINAL LOC (final location): The last point on the route or course.
FINAL VDST (final vertical distance to destination): The 
elevation distance between your current position and the 
final destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
FINAL VSPD (final vertical speed to destination): The rate of ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
GLIDE RATIO: The ratio of horizontal distance traveled to the change in vertical distance.
GPS (signal strength): The strength of the GPS satellite signal.
GPS ELEVTN (GPS elevation): The altitude of your current location using GPS.
GPS HDNG (GPS heading): The direction you are moving based on GPS.
GRADE: The calculation of rise (elevation) over run (distance). 
For example, if for every 10 feet (3 m) you climb you travel 200 feet (60 m), the grade is 5%.
GR DEST (glide ratio to destination): The glide ratio required 
to descend from your current position to the destination 
elevation. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
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 (heart rate percentage maximum): The percentage of maximum heart rate.
HR ZONE (heart rate zone): The current range of heart rate (1 to 5). The default zones are based on your user profile, maximum heart rate, and resting heart rate.
LAP ASCNT (lap ascent): The vertical distance of ascent for the current lap.
LAP CAD (lap cadence): The average cadence for the current lap.
LAP DESCNT (lap descent): The vertical distance of descent for the current lap.
LAP DIST (lap distance): The distance traveled for the current lap.
LAP HR (lap heart rate): The average heart rate for the current lap.
LAP HR % (lap heart rate percentage): The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current lap.
LAP PACE: The average pace 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 TOTAL: The stopwatch time for all the completed laps.
LAT/LON (latitude/longitude): The current position in latitude 
and longitude regardless of the selected position format 
setting.
LLAP ASCNT (last lap ascent): The vertical distance of ascent for the last completed lap.
LLAP CAD (last lap cadence): The average cadence for the last completed lap.
LLAP DECNT (last lap descent): The vertical distance of descent for the last completed lap.
LLAP DIST (last lap distance): The distance traveled for the last completed lap.
LLAP HR (last lap heart rate): The average heart rate for the last completed lap.
LLAP PACE (last lap pace): The average pace for the last completed lap.
LLAP SPD (last lap speed): The average speed for the last completed lap.
LLAP TIME (last lap time): The stopwatch time for the last completed lap.
LOCATION: The current position using the selected position format setting.
MAX ASCENT (maximum ascent): The maximum rate of 
ascent in feet per minute or meters per minute since the last 
reset.
MAX DESCNT (maximum descent): The maximum rate of 
descent in feet per minute or meters per minute since the 
last reset.
MAX ELEVTN (maximum elevation): The highest elevation reached since the last reset.
MAX SPEED (maximum speed): The highest speed reached since the last reset.
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							MAX TEMP (maximum temperature): The maximum 
temperature recorded in the last 24 hours.
MIN ELEVTN (minimum elevation): The lowest elevation reached since the last reset.
MIN TEMP (minimum temperature): The minimum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours.
MOV'N AVG (moving average): The average speed while moving since the last reset.
MOV'N TIME (moving time): A running tally of the time spent moving since the last reset.
NEXT DEST (next destination): The next point on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
NEXT DIST (distance to next waypoint): The remaining distance to the next waypoint on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
NEXT ETA (next estimated time of arrival): The estimated 
time of day you will reach the next waypoint on the route 
(adjusted to the local time of the waypoint). You must be navigating for this data to appear.
NEXT ETE (next estimated time en route): The estimated 
time remaining before you reach the next waypoint in the 
route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
NEXT VDST (next vertical distance): The elevation distance 
between your current position and the next waypoint in the 
route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
NONE: This is a blank data field.
ODOMETER: A running tally of distance traveled for all trips. This total does not clear when resetting the trip data.
OFF COURSE: The distance to the left or right by which you have strayed from the original path of travel. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
PACE: The current pace.
SPEED: The current rate of travel.
STEPS: The number of steps recorded by the foot pod.
STOP TIME: A running tally of the time spent not moving since the last reset.
STOPWATCH: The stopwatch time for the current activity.
SUNRISE: The time of sunrise based on your GPS position.
SUNSET: The time of sunset based on your GPS position.
TEMP (temperature): The temperature of the air. Your body temperature affects the temperature sensor.
TIME: A running tally of the total time spent moving and not moving since the last reset.
TIMER: The current time of the countdown timer.
TO COURSE: The direction in which you must move to get back on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
TOD (time of day): The current time of day based on your 
current location and time settings (format, time zone, daylight 
saving time).
TRACK DIST (track distance): The distance traveled for the current track.
TURN: The angle of difference (in degrees) between the bearing to your destination and your current course. L means turn left. R means turn right. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
VERT SPEED (vertical speed): The rate of ascent or descent 
over time.
VMG (velocity made good): The speed at which you are closing on a destination along a route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.
Data Pages
By default, these pages appear for the hiking profile. Heart rate data is available only when your device is paired with a heart rate monitor. Cadence and step data are only available when your device is paired with a foot pod.
TrackingNavigatingIndoorDistance and timeETE, distance, and ETADistance, pace, and 
timeCompassDistance and speedCadence and stepsAltimeterCompassSpeed and caloriesTotal ascent and 
speedAltimeterClockMapTotal ascent and speedHeart rateClockMapClock
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Altimeter and Barometric Readings
The altimeter and barometer function differently depending on the fixed or variable settings. For information about calibrating the barometric altimeter, see page 6. For information about tracking weather changes, see page 6.
You can adjust the altimeter and barometric settings by selecting Setup > Sensors > Altimeter > Baro. Plot.
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							SensorFixedVariableAltimeter with GPS OnElevation is equal to GPS elevation.Elevation reflects changes in ambient pressure and GPS position.Barometer with GPS OnBarometric pressure reading reflects changes in ambient pressure and changes in GPS position. Using the barometer at a constant altitude results in accurate readings.
Barometric pressure reading reflects changes in ambient pressure and changes in GPS position.Altimeter with GPS OffElevation remains constant.Elevation reflects changes in ambient pressure.Barometer with GPS OffBarometric pressure reading reflects changes in ambient pressure. Using the barometer at a constant altitude results in accurate readings.
Barometric pressure reading is based on the 
calibrated altitude and changes in ambient 
pressure.
Heart Rate Zone CalculationsZone% of 
Maximum 
Heart RatePerceived ExertionBenefits150–60%Relaxed, easy pace, 
rhythmic breathingBeginning-level 
aerobic training, 
reduces stress260–70%Comfortable pace, 
slightly deeper 
breathing, conversation 
possibleBasic cardiovascular 
training, good 
recovery pace370–80%Moderate pace, more 
difficult to hold 
conversationImproved aerobic 
capacity, optimal 
cardiovascular training480–90%Fast pace and a bit 
uncomfortable, 
breathing forcefulImproved anaerobic 
capacity and 
threshold, improved 
speed590–100%Sprinting pace, 
unsustainable for long 
period of time, labored 
breathingAnaerobic and 
muscular endurance, 
increased power
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