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User Manual of Product 1:
ASUS C523NA 15.6" Touchscreen Full HD Chromebook (Intel
Pentium N4200, 8GB RAM, 64GB eMMC, 3 Year Warranty)
Includes USB-C to HDMI Adapter
User Manual of Product 2:
Fitbit Inspire 2 Health & Fitness Tracker with 1-Year Fitbit
Premium Included, 24/7 Heart Rate & up to 10 Days Battery,
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  • Page 1 User Manual of Product 1: ASUS C523NA 15.6" Touchscreen Full HD Chromebook (Intel Pentium N4200, 8GB RAM, 64GB eMMC, 3 Year Warranty) Includes USB-C to HDMI Adapter User Manual of Product 2: Fitbit Inspire 2 Health & Fitness Tracker with 1-Year Fitbit Premium Included, 24/7 Heart Rate &...
  • Page 2 E18307 Revised Edition V4 / April 2021 E-Manual...
  • Page 3 Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this manual .....................7 Conventions used in this manual ................8 Typography ........................8 Safety precautions .....................9 Using your Chromebook ....................9 Caring for your Chromebook ..................10 Proper disposal ........................ 11 Battery safety information................... 12 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Chromebook..............16 Top View ..........................
  • Page 5 Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook Starting for the first time ..................40 Sign-in area ........................41 Browse as Guest ......................41 User account ........................42 Using your desktop ....................43 Apps list ..........................43 Status area ......................... 45 Connecting to the Internet ..................48 Enabling your Wi-Fi connection ................
  • Page 6 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Chromebook .................72 Hardware FAQs ......................73 Software FAQs ......................75 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy ..................78 Overview ..........................78 Network Compatibility Declaration ................. 79 Non-Voice Equipment ....................79 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ....82 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement .........
  • Page 7 EU REACH and Article 33 ....................90 EU RoHS..........................90 Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations ..............90 India RoHS ......................... 90 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ................91 Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America......91 Ecodesign Directive ....................... 91 ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ................92 EPEAT Registered Products ..................

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Chromebook, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Chromebook. Chapter 2: Using your Chromebook This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Chromebook.

  • Page 9: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Using your Chromebook This Chromebook should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Chromebook and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating. Your Chromebook can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack.

  • Page 11: Caring For Your Chromebook

    Caring for your Chromebook Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Chromebook. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water.

  • Page 12: Proper Disposal

    Proper disposal Do not throw your Chromebook in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury- containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.

  • Page 13: Battery Safety Information

    Battery safety information Battery protection • Frequently charging a battery under high voltage may shorten the battery life. To protect the battery, once the battery is fully charged, the system may stop charging when the battery power is between 90% and 100%. NOTE: The initiate battery power charging capacity is usually set between 90% and 99%.
  • Page 14 50% every three months to avoid over-discharging and prevent damage to the battery. Or you may enable the long-term storage mode for your Chromebook in a few steps: https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1044476. • Do not leave your battery in damp environments. Exposure to damp environments may increase the battery over-discharging rate.
  • Page 15 Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 16: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 17: Getting To Know Your Chromebook

    Getting to know your Chromebook Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The top view may also vary in appearance depending on the Chromebook model. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 18 Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for better voice recognition and audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Chromebook.
  • Page 19 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use the function keys and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience.

  • Page 20: Bottom View

    Chromebook. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. • Purchase components from authorized retailers to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Consult an ASUS service center or authorized retailers for product service or assistance on proper disassembly or assembly of the product.
  • Page 21 Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Chromebook. Audio features are software-controlled. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 22: Right View

    Right View USB 3.2 Gen 1 port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) Gen 1 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 23 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®/DisplayPort/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) Gen 1 Type-C® port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Use a USB Type-C® adapter to connect your Chromebook to an external display.

  • Page 24: Left View

    Left View USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®/DisplayPort/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) Gen 1 Type-C® port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Use a USB Type-C® adapter to connect your Chromebook to an external display.
  • Page 25 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Status Solid White The Chromebook is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%.
  • Page 26 Headphone/Headset jack This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your headset. NOTE: This port does not support three-conductor 3.5 mm microphones. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) Gen 1 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
  • Page 27 Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 28: Chapter 2: Using Your Chromebook

    Chapter 2: Using your Chromebook Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 29: Getting Started

    Getting started Charge your Chromebook Connect the DC power connector into your Chromebook’s power (DC) input port. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. Charge the Chromebook for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region.
  • Page 30 Chromebook from the power socket. WARNING! Read the following precautions for your Chromebook’s battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled.
  • Page 31 Lift to open the display panel and your Chromebook will turn on automatically NOTE: You can also press the power button to turn your Chromebook on or off. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 32: Gestures For The Touch Screen Panel And Touchpad

    Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Chromebook. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touch screen panel and touchpad. NOTE: • The following screenshots are for reference only. The touch screen panel’s appearance may vary depending on model.
  • Page 33 Tap and hold Slide to the right or left Tap and hold an item until a menu Slide to the right or left to go appears (if available), and you may backward or forward through tap to select an action from the your web browsing history.

  • Page 34: Using The Touchpad

    Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 35 One-finger gestures Tap/Double-tap • Tap an app to select it. • Double-tap an app to launch it. • Double-tap on an active screen to minimize or maximize it on your display panel. Drag and drop Tap on an active screen then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad.
  • Page 36 Two-finger gestures Tap two fingers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function. Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or Slide two fingers to scroll left or down. right. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 37 Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the touchpad. Using your other finger, slide on the touchpad to drag the item, lift your finger off the button to drop the item. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 38 Three-finger gestures Swipe left/Swipe right If you opened multiple tabs on your web browser, swipe three fingers left or right to switch between these tabs. Swipe up Swipe up to see an overview of all the screens currently opened on Chromebook.

  • Page 39: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard The following shortcut keys on your Chromebook’s keyboard can be used to launch programs and functions while using your Chromebook. Goes back to the previous page Moves to the next page Reloads your current web page Activates full-screen mode for the currently opened screen Switches to the next window Decreases display brightness...

  • Page 40: Chapter 3: Working With Chromebook

    Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 41: Starting For The First Time

    Starting for the first time When you start your Chromebook for the first time, please follow the series of following steps to configure your Chromebook: Press the power button on your Chromebook. Wait until the setup screen appears. From the setup screen, select your preferred option from the drop-down button beside the following items: •...

  • Page 42: Sign-In Area

    Sign-in area After turning on your Chromebook, the sign-in screen appears so you can choose to work on Chromebook using either of the following options: IMPORTANT! Ensure you have Internet connection before choosing any of the following sign-in options. Browse as Guest This option is recommended if you simply want to browse online or let others use your Chromebook.

  • Page 43: User Account

    User account Use this option to access apps and other programs offered in Chromebook and save downloaded files, apps, and browser histories right into your user account. Signing in to your user account Select the user account you want to use then type your password on the Password field.

  • Page 44: Using Your Desktop

    Using your desktop Apps list Start working on your Chromebook by launching apps that can be accessed after signing in to your user account. These apps enable a variety of functions that can help you maximize the features of your Chromebook.
  • Page 45 Adding apps on the launcher To add more apps on the launcher: Click/Tap Right-click on the apps you want to add on the launcher then select Pin to shelf. Deleting apps from the launcher To delete any of the apps you currently have on the launcher: Right-click on the apps you want to delete.

  • Page 46: Status Area

    Status area At a glance, the status area displays an overview of your Google user account information. It also allows you to change the settings of your Chromebook and your current user account. Status area Click/Tap to launch the status area Launching the status area To launch the status area, click/tap anywhere on the status area box on the lower right corner of your desktop screen.
  • Page 47 Inside the status area User account This shows the currently used Google user account. Network Click/Tap this option to view your current network connection, available network connections, and the network settings. Night Light Click/Tap this option to turn the night light on or off. Volume Drag the volume slider to the left or to the right to turn the volume up or down on your Chromebook.
  • Page 48 Brightness Drag the brightness slider to the left or to the right to adjust brightness. Date and time Click/Tap this option if you want to adjust the date and time settings of your Chromebook. Battery status This shows the current battery life percentage of your Chromebook.

  • Page 49: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet Internet connection is a must for you to work on Chromebook. Connect to the Internet wirelessly using a Wi-Fi connection. Enabling your Wi-Fi connection To enable your Wi-Fi connection: Launch the status area. Select No networks to automatically enable your Wi-Fi connection.

  • Page 50: Adding A Network Connection

    Adding a network connection To add a new network connection to your list of networks: Launch the status area. Click/Tap Under Network, select Add connection. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 51 Choose Add Wi-Fi... then input the necessary details to setup your new network connection. Click/Tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet using this new network connection. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 52: Google Chrome

    Google Chrome The Chrome browser is your main tool to go online. Aside from the Internet, Chrome also displays most of the applications launched in the Chromebook. To launch Chrome, click/tap on the launcher. Inside Chrome Previous and next web page icons Press these icons to go back to the previous page or go to the next web page.
  • Page 53 The tab allows you to launch multiple sites or applications on Chrome. Close Click/Tap this option to close the current tab. New tab Click/Tap this option to launch a new tab on Chrome. Address bar The address bar displays the current file path or website address of the tab you are viewing.

  • Page 54: Printing Documents

    Printing documents Using the print feature of your Chromebook, you can save files in PDF format or create hard copies via Google Cloud Print. Saving PDF files To save your file in PDF format: Open the file you want to print then press Select the settings you want to modify then click/tap Next.
  • Page 55 In the next screen that appears, click/tap Save and select which location you want to save your file as a PDF then type in your preferred file name. Click/Tap Save to create the PDF file into the location and exit. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 56: Google Cloud Print

    Google Cloud Print If you need to create file printouts from your Chromebook, you may do so using the Google Cloud Print feature. Google Cloud Print allows you to create hard copies using these key ingredients: cloud-based technology, an active Internet connection, and a cloud print enabled printer.
  • Page 57 Connecting a classic printer to Google Cloud Print Classic printers are printers that do not automatically support Google Cloud Print and needs to be manually setup for use with Google. To use a classic printer with your Chromebook, you need to connect the said printer to Google Cloud Print via a compatible Windows®...
  • Page 58 To connect classic printers to Google Cloud print: Connect your preferred printer to your computer then turn on both devices. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your printer is already installed to your computer before proceeding with the next steps. Connect your computer to the Internet then open Google Chrome.
  • Page 59 Under Classic printers, click Add printers. Sign in using your Google account. In the next screen, click the printer that you want to connect to Google Cloud Print then click Add printer(s). The following screen appears when you have successfully set up your printer with Google Cloud Print.
  • Page 60 Using Google Cloud Print to create printouts After successfully connecting your printer with Google Cloud Print, you can start printing files from your Chromebook using the following procedures: Open the file you want to print then press Under the Destination option, click/tap Change... From the list of registered printers, select the printer you want to use.

  • Page 61: Managing Your Files

    Managing your files Manage and store files on your Chromebook using the Files app and Google Drive app. Using these apps, you can store and edit various files such as documents, images, audios, and videos while working on your Chromebook. You may also save and access these files via Google Drive’s cloud storage system.
  • Page 62 File locations This column shows you the currently available file locations. This also shows all the external storage devices that are currently connected to your Chromebook. Search Click/Tap on the search button to enable the search box. To use the search box, type the file name you want to locate then press Switch to list or grid Click/Tap this option to rearrange your files to a list or a grid view.
  • Page 63 Accessing files stored on your Chromebook The Downloads folder inside the Files app is where your Chromebook stores all types of files downloaded online or saved on your Chromebook. To access these files, simply launch the Files app then select the Downloads folder and click/tap the file you want to open.
  • Page 64 Unmounting devices To ensure that your devices are safely disconnected from your Chromebook, unmount them first via Files app using the following steps: Click/Tap > Select the device you want to unmount then click/tap . Once the unmounted device no longer appears on the file locations column, you may remove the device from your Chromebook.

  • Page 65: Google Drive

    Google Drive Google Drive is a 15GB cloud storage system you can access on your Chromebook via your Google account. It allows you to sync and access your files across other devices such as mobile phones, tablet PCs, and other Chromebooks. There are two ways in which you can access Google Drive on your Chromebook: via the Files app or by launching the Google Drive app.
  • Page 66 Moving your downloads to Google Drive By default, all the files downloaded on your Chromebook are stored inside the Files app. You can move these files to your Google Drive using the following procedures: Click/Tap > Click/Tap Downloads then select the Google docs, files, or folders that you want to move then drag and drop these selected items into Google Drive.
  • Page 67 Inside the Google Drive app Create/Upload Click/Tap this option to create a new file that is automatically saved in your Google Drive or upload files or folders from another location into your Google Drive. File locations This column shows you the currently available file locations inside your Google Drive.
  • Page 68 Search box Type the name of the file, folder, or Google document that you want to find inside Google Drive then press or click/tap Settings Click/Tap this button to customize the settings of your Google Drive. Switch to list or grid Click/Tap this option to rearrange your files to a list or a grid view.

  • Page 69: Resetting Your Chromebook

    Resetting your Chromebook In case you need to reset your Chromebook to its default settings, you may do so using Powerwash. Using Powerwash WARNING! • Backup all your data before performing this option. • All data stored locally in your Chromebook are deleted when using Powerwash.
  • Page 70 Click/Tap Powerwash. When prompted, click/tap Restart. In the next window, click/tap Powerwash to proceed. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 71: Turning Your Chromebook Off

    Turning your Chromebook off You can turn off your Chromebook by doing either of the following procedures: Using Chromebook Launch the status area. Click/Tap Using the power button on your Chromebook You can also use this option to turn off your Chromebook in case it becomes unresponsive.

  • Page 72: Tips And Faqs

    Tips and FAQs Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 73: Useful Tips For Your Chromebook

    Useful tips for your Chromebook To help you maximize the use of your Chromebook, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow: • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too.

  • Page 74: Hardware Faqs

    I turn on the Chromebook. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How...
  • Page 75 Chromebook. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. When I play audio and video files, why can’t I hear any sound from my Chromebook’s audio speakers?

  • Page 76: Software Faqs

    Chromebook. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. What should I do when my screen displays this message: “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart.”? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: •...
  • Page 77 • Remove all connected devices to your Chromebook then restart your system. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. Why can’t my Chromebook wake up from sleep mode? • You need to press the power button to resume your last working state.

  • Page 78: Appendices

    Appendices Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 79: Internal Modem Compliancy

    Internal Modem Compliancy The Chromebook with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

  • Page 80: Network Compatibility Declaration

    Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter- working difficulties.
  • Page 81 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria Belgium Czech Republic Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Not Applicable...
  • Page 82 This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21.html. 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous).

  • Page 83: Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

    Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.

  • Page 84: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement WARNING! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 85: Compliance Statement Of Innovation, Science And Economic Development Canada (Ised)

    Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 86: Ul Safety Notices

    UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

  • Page 87: Power Safety Requirement

    Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm TV Notices Note to CATV System Installer—Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable –...

  • Page 88: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries)

    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica.

  • Page 89: Ctr 21 Approval (For Chromebook With Built-In Modem)

    CTR 21 Approval (for Chromebook with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 90 German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 91: Declaration Of Compliance For Product Environmental Regulation

    Environmental Regulation ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

  • Page 92: Asus Recycling/Takeback Services

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 93: Energy Star Qualified Product

    All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity; the computer is automatically set to sleep within 30 minutes of user inactivity.

  • Page 94: Regional Notice For Singapore

    Regional notice for Singapore This ASUS product complies with IMDA Standards. Complies with IMDA Standards DB103778 Notices for removable batteries • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • The battery and its component must be recycled or disposed of properly.

  • Page 95: Simplified Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350 MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below:...
  • Page 96 User Manual Version 1.10...
  • Page 97 Table of Contents Get started What's in the box Set up Inspire 2 Charge your tracker Set up with your phone See your data in the Fitbit app Unlock Fitbit Premium Wear Inspire 2 Placement for all-day wear vs. exercise Handedness Wear Inspire 2 in a clip Clip Placement...
  • Page 98 Set up notifications See incoming notifications Turn off notifications Timekeeping Use the Alarms app Dismiss or snooze an alarm Use the Timers app Activity and Wellness See your stats Track a daily activity goal Choose a goal Track your hourly activity Track your sleep Set a sleep goal Learn about your sleep habits...
  • Page 99 Restart Inspire 2 Erase Inspire 2 Troubleshooting Heart-rate signal missing GPS signal missing Other issues General Info and Specifications Sensors and Components Materials Wireless technology Haptic feedback Battery Memory Display Band size Environmental conditions Learn more Return policy and warranty Regulatory and Safety Notices USA: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement Canada: Industry Canada (IC) statement European Union (EU)
  • Page 100 Mexico Moldova Morocco Nigeria Oman Pakistan Paraguay Philippines Serbia Singapore South Korea Taiwan United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Zambia Safety Statement...

  • Page 101: Get Started

    Get started Make healthy a habit with Fitbit Inspire 2, the easy-to-use fitness tracker with 24/7 heart rate, Active Zone Minutes, activity and sleep tracking, up to 10 days of battery, and more. Take a moment to review our complete safety information at fitbit.com/safety. Inspire 2 is not intended to provide medical or scientific data.

  • Page 102: Set Up Inspire 2

    Set up Inspire 2 For the best experience, use the Fitbit app for iPhones and iPads or Android phones. To create a Fitbit account, you're prompted to enter your birthdate, height, weight, and sex to calculate your stride length and to estimate distance, basal metabolic rate, and calorie burn.
  • Page 103 To remove Inspire 2 from the charging cable: 1. Hold Inspire 2 and slide your thumbnail between the charger and the back of the tracker on one of the corners. 2. Gently press down on the charger until it separates from the tracker. Charging fully takes about 1-2 hours.

  • Page 104: Set Up With Your Phone

    Set up with your phone Set up Inspire 2 with the Fitbit app. The Fitbit app is compatible with most popular phones. See fitbit.com/devices to check if your phone is compatible. To get started: 1. Download the Fitbit app: Apple App Store for iPhones Google Play Store for Android phones...

  • Page 105: See Your Data In The Fitbit App

    your profile picture Set Up a Device. If you don't have a Fitbit account, tap Join Fitbit to be guided through a series of questions to create a Fitbit account. 3. Continue to follow the on-screen instructions to connect Inspire 2 to your account.

  • Page 106: Unlock Fitbit Premium

    Unlock Fitbit Premium Fitbit Premium is your personalized resource in the Fitbit app that helps you stay active, sleep well, and manage stress. A Premium subscription includes programs tailored to your health and fitness goals, personalized insights, hundreds of workouts from fitness brands, guided meditations, and more. Inspire 2 includes a 1-year Fitbit Premium membership for eligible customers in certain countries.

  • Page 107: Wear Inspire 2

    Wear Inspire 2 Choose to wear Inspire 2 around your wrist or in the clip accessory (sold separately). If you need to remove the band or attach a different band, see the instructions in "Change the band" on page 16. When you wear Inspire 2 in the band, make sure your tracker is set to On Wrist When you wear Inspire 2 in the accessory clip, make sure it’s set to On Clip .

  • Page 108: Handedness

    For optimized heart-rate tracking while exercising: During a workout, experiment with wearing your tracker a bit higher on your wrist for an improved fit. Many exercises, such as bike riding or weight lifting, cause you to bend your wrist frequently, which could interfere with the heart- rate signal if the tracker is lower on your wrist.

  • Page 109: Wear Inspire 2 In A Clip

    Wear Inspire 2 in a clip Wear Inspire 2 clipped to your clothing. Remove the bands, and place your tracker in the clip. For more information, see "Change the band" on page 16. Note that when Inspire 2 is set to On Clip , certain features are turned off, including heart-rate tracking, automatic exercise tracking, and Active Zone Minutes.

  • Page 110: Clip Placement

    Clip Placement Wear Inspire 2 on or close to your body with the screen facing outward. Secure the clip tightly to a shirt pocket, bra, pants pocket, belt, or waistband. Try out a few different locations to see what's most comfortable and secure for you. If you experience skin irritation when wearing Inspire 2 on your bra or waistband, clip it to an external piece of clothing instead, such as your belt or pocket.

  • Page 111: Change The Band

    Change the band Inspire 2 comes with a small band attached and an additional large, bottom band in the box. Both the top and bottom bands can be swapped with accessory bands, sold separately on fitbit.com. For band measurements, see "Band size" on page 47.

  • Page 112: Attach A Band

    3. Repeat on the other side. Attach a band 1. To attach a band, hold the band and slide the pin (the side opposite the quick- release lever) into the notch on the tracker. 2. While pressing the quick-release lever inward, slide the other end of the band into place.

  • Page 113: Basics

    Basics Learn how to manage settings, navigate the screen, and check the battery level. Navigate Inspire 2 Inspire 2 has a PMOLED touchscreen display and 2 buttons. Navigate Inspire 2 by tapping the screen, swiping up and down, or pressing the buttons.

  • Page 115: Quick Settings

    Quick settings Press and hold the buttons on Inspire 2 for a faster way to access certain settings. Tap a setting to turn it on or off. When you turn off the setting, the icon appears dim with a line through it. On the quick settings screen:...
  • Page 116 DND (Do not disturb) When the do not disturb setting is on: Notifications, goal celebrations, and reminders are muted. The do not disturb icon illuminates in quick settings. You can't turn on the do not disturb setting and sleep mode at the same time. On Wrist / On Clip When Inspire 2 is on your wrist, make sure the tracker...

  • Page 117: Adjust Settings

    Water Lock Turn on the water lock setting when you're in water, for example showering or swimming, to prevent the buttons on your tracker from activating. When water lock is on, your screen and buttons are locked. Notifications and alarms still appear on your tracker, but you must unlock your screen to interact with them.
  • Page 118 Button Lock Turn on Button Lock to prevent the buttons on your tracker from activating while your screen is off. To turn Button Lock on or off, tap the setting  tap to confirm. Tip: Use this setting to avoid unintended button presses while you exercise, especially if you wear Inspire 2 lower on your wrist or you tighten the band to be extra snug.

  • Page 119: Check Battery Level

    Device Info View your tracker's regulatory information and activation date, which is the day your tracker's warranty begins. The activation date is the day you set up your device. For more information, see the related help article. Tap a setting to adjust it. Swipe up to see the full list of settings. Check battery level From the clock face, swipe up.

  • Page 120: Apps And Clock Faces

    Apps and Clock Faces Learn how to change your clock face and access apps on Inspire 2. Learn how to change your clock face and use the Tile app on Inspire 2. Change the clock face The Fitbit Gallery offers a variety of clock faces to personalize your tracker. 1.

  • Page 121: Notifications From Your Phone

    Notifications from your phone Inspire 2 can show call, text, calendar, and app notifications from your phone to keep you informed. Keep your tracker within 30 feet of your phone to receive notifications. Up to 10 notifications are stored in the Notifications app on your tracker.

  • Page 122: Turn Off Notifications

    Text messages—the name of the sender scrolls once above the message. Swipe up to read the full message. Calendar alerts—the name of the event scrolls once above the time and location. App notifications—the name of the app or sender scrolls once above the message.
  • Page 123 1. Press and hold the buttons on your tracker. 2. Tap DND to turn on do not disturb. The DND icon illuminates to indicate that all notifications, goal celebrations, and reminders are turned off. Note that if you use the do not disturb setting on your phone, you don't receive notifications on your tracker until you turn off this setting.

  • Page 124: Timekeeping

    Timekeeping Alarms vibrate to wake or alert you at a time you set. Set up to 8 alarms to occur once or on multiple days of the week. You can also time events with the stopwatch or set a countdown timer. Use the Alarms app Set one-time or recurring alarms with the Alarms app .

  • Page 125: Activity And Wellness

    Activity and Wellness Inspire 2 continuously tracks a variety of stats whenever you wear it. Data automatically syncs with the Fitbit app throughout the day. See your stats Swipe up from the clock face to see your daily stats, including: Core stats Steps taken today, distance covered, calories burned, and Active Zone Minutes...

  • Page 126: Track A Daily Activity Goal

    Track a daily activity goal Inspire 2 tracks your progress toward a daily activity goal of your choice. When you reach your goal, your tracker vibrates and shows a celebration. Choose a goal Set a goal to help you get started on your health and fitness journey. To begin, your goal is to take 10,000 steps per day.

  • Page 127: Track Your Sleep

    Track your sleep Wear Inspire 2 to bed to automatically track basic stats about your sleep, including your time asleep, sleep stages (time spent in REM, light sleep, and deep sleep), and sleep score (the quality of your sleep). To see your sleep stats, sync your tracker when you wake up and check the Fitbit app, or swipe up from the clock face on your tracker.

  • Page 128: Practice Guided Breathing

    Practice guided breathing The Relax app on Inspire 2 provides personalized guided breathing sessions to help you find moments of calm throughout the day. All notifications are automatically disabled during the session. 1. On Inspire 2, open the Relax app 2.

  • Page 129: Advanced Health Metrics

    Advanced health metrics Know your body better with health metrics in the Fitbit app. This feature helps you view key metrics tracked by your Fitbit device over time so that you can see trends and assess what’s changed. Metrics include: Skin temperature variation Heart-rate variability Resting heart rate...

  • Page 130: Exercise And Heart Health

    Exercise and Heart Health Automatically track exercise or track activity with the Exercise app to see real- time stats and a post-workout summary. Check the Fitbit app to share your activity with friends and family, see how your overall fitness level compares to your peers, and more. Track your exercise automatically Inspire 2 automatically recognizes and records many high-movement activities which are at least 15 minutes long.

  • Page 131: Customize Your Exercise Settings And Shortcuts

    3. Make sure the Fitbit app has permission to use GPS or location services. 4. Make sure connected GPS on Inspire 2 is turned on (open the Settings app  Phone GPS). 5. Keep your phone with you while you exercise. To track an exercise: 1.

  • Page 132: Check Your Workout Summary

    2. Tap an exercise and adjust your settings. To change or reorder the exercise shortcuts in the Exercise app : 1. From the Today tab in the Fitbit app, tap your profile picture Inspire 2 tile. 2. Tap Exercise Shortcuts. To add a new exercise shortcut, tap the + icon and select an exercise.

  • Page 133: Custom Heart-Rate Zones

    Icon Zone Calculation Description Below Below Below the fat burn zone, your Zone 40% of heart beats at a slower pace. your heart rate reserve Fat Burn Between In the fat burn zone, you’re likely in Zone 40% and a moderate activity such as a brisk 59% of walk.

  • Page 134: Earn Active Zone Minutes

    Earn Active Zone Minutes Earn Active Zone Minutes for time spent in the fat burn, cardio, or peak heart-rate zones. To help you maximize your time, you earn 2 Active Zone Minutes for each minute you’re in the cardio or peak zones. 1 minute in the fat burn zone = 1 Active Zone Minute 1 minute in the cardio or peak zones = 2 Active Zone Minutes There are 2 ways Inspire 2 notifies you about Active Zone Minutes:...

  • Page 135: Check Your Daily Readiness Score

    For more information, see the related help article. Check your daily readiness score Understand what’s best for your body with the daily readiness score, available with a Fitbit Premium subscription. Check the Fitbit app each morning to see your score, ranging from 1 to 100, based on your activity, sleep, and heart rate variability.

  • Page 136: View Your Cardio Fitness Score

    View your cardio fitness score View your overall cardiovascular fitness in the Fitbit app. See your cardio fitness score and cardio fitness level, which shows how you compare to your peers. In the Fitbit app, tap the Heart-rate tile and swipe left on your heart-rate graph to see your detailed cardio fitness stats.

  • Page 137: Update, Restart, And Erase

    Update, Restart, and Erase Learn how to update, restart, and erase Inspire 2. Update Inspire 2 Update your tracker to get the latest feature enhancements and product updates. When an update is available, a notification appears in the Fitbit app. After you start the update, follow the progress bars on Inspire 2 and in the Fitbit app until the update is complete.

  • Page 138: Erase Inspire 2

    Erase Inspire 2 If you want to give Inspire 2 to another person or wish to return it, first clear your personal data: 1. On Inspire 2, open the Settings app Clear User Data. 2. When prompted, press the screen for 3 seconds, then release. When Inspire 2 vibrates and you see the clock screen, your data is erased.

  • Page 139: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If Inspire 2 isn't working properly, see our troubleshooting steps below. Heart-rate signal missing Inspire 2 continuously tracks your heart rate while you're exercising and throughout the day. If the heart-rate sensor on your tracker has difficulty detecting a signal, dashed lines appear.

  • Page 140: Other Issues

    For best results, wait for your phone to find the signal before you start your workout. Other issues If you experience any of the following issues, restart your tracker: Won't sync Won't respond to taps, swipes, or button press Won't track steps or other data Won't show notifications For instructions, see "Restart Inspire 2"...

  • Page 141: General Info And Specifications

    General Info and Specifications Sensors and Components Fitbit Inspire 2 contains the following sensors and motors: 3-axis accelerometer, which tracks motion patterns Optical heart-rate tracker Vibration motor Materials The Inspire 2 classic band is made of a flexible, durable elastomer material similar to that used in many sports watches.

  • Page 142: Memory

    Memory Inspire 2 stores your data, including daily stats, sleep information, and exercise history, for 7 days. See your historical data in the Fitbit app. Display Inspire 2 has a PMOLED display. Band size Band sizes are shown below. Note that accessory bands sold separately may vary slightly.

  • Page 143: Environmental Conditions

    Environmental conditions Operating temperature 14° to 113° F (-10° to 45° C) Non-operating temperature -4° to 14° F (-20° to -10° C) 113° to 140°F (45° to 60° C) Charging temperature 32° to 109° F (0° to 43° C) Water resistance Water resistant up to 50 meters Maximum operating altitude 28,000 feet (8,534 m)

  • Page 144: Regulatory And Safety Notices

    Regulatory and Safety Notices Notice to the User: Regulatory content for certain regions can also be viewed on your device. To view the content: Settings  Device Info USA: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement Model FB418 FCC ID: XRAFB418 Notice to the User: The FCC ID can also be viewed on your device. To view the content: Settings  Device Info...

  • Page 145: Canada: Industry Canada (Ic) Statement

    1. This device may not cause harmful interference and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. FCC Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 146: European Union (Eu)

    Avis à l'utilisateur: L'ID de l'IC peut également être consulté sur votre appareil. Pour voir le contenu: Paramètres Informations sur l'appareil This device meets the IC requirements for RF exposure in public or uncontrolled environments. Cet appareil est conforme aux conditions de la IC en matière de RF dans des environnements publics ou incontrôlée IC Notice to Users English/French in accordance with current issue of RSS GEN: This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).

  • Page 147: Ip Rating

    Hereby, Fitbit LLC declares that the radio equipment type Model FB418 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.fitbit.com/safety Vereinfachte EU-Konformitätserklärung Fitbit LLC erklärt hiermit, dass die Funkgerättypen Modell FB418 die Richtlinie 2014/53/EU erfüllen.

  • Page 148: Argentina

    Model FB418 has a dust ingress rating of IP6X under IEC standard 60529 which indicates the device is dust-tight. Please refer to the beginning of this section for instructions on how to access your product’s IP rating. Argentina C-25001 Australia and New Zealand Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device.

  • Page 149: Botswana

    Botswana Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device. To view the content: Settings Device Info Customs Union Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device.
  • Page 150 China RoHS 部件名称 有毒和危险品 Part Name Toxic and Hazardous Substances or Elements 多溴化二苯 铅 水银 镉 六价铬 多溴化苯 醚 Model FB418 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 表带和表扣 (Strap and Buckle) 电子 (Electronics) 电池 (Battery) 充电线 (Charging Cable) 本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制 O = 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在...

  • Page 151: Indonesia

    Frequency band: 2400-2483.5 MHz Transmitted power: Max EIRP, 4.64dBm Occupied bandwidth: BLE: 2MHz Modulation system: BLE: GFSK CMIIT ID displayed: On packaging and Device Electronic Labeling Indonesia 69640/SDPPI/2020 3788 Israel Japan Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device.

  • Page 152: Mexico

    Mexico Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device. To view the content: Settings  Device Info La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: 1. Es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y 2.

  • Page 153: Nigeria

    Nigeria Connection and use of this communications equipment is permitted by the Nigerian Communications Commission. Oman TRA/TA-R/9827/20 D090258 Pakistan PTA Approved Model No.: FB418 TAC No.: 9.775/2020 Device Type: Bluetooth Paraguay NR: 2022-01-I-0061...

  • Page 154: Philippines

    Philippines Type Accepted No: ESD-RCE-2023588 Serbia Singapore Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device. To view the content: Settings  Device Info South Korea Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device.

  • Page 155: Taiwan

    클래스 B 장치 (가정 사용을위한 방송 통신 기기) : EMC 등록 주로 가정용 (B 급)으로하고, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다 얻을이 장치. Translation: Class B devices (broadcast communications equipment for home use): EMC registration is mainly for household use (B class) and can be used in all areas get this device.
  • Page 156 performance. The use of low power RF devices must not affect flight safety or interfere with legal communications: when interference is found, it should be immediately stopped and ameliorated not to interfere before continuing to use it. The legal communications mentioned here refer to radio communications operating in accordance with the provisions of the Telecommunication Law.
  • Page 157 使用 過度 恐傷 害視 力 注意 事項 使用 30分 鐘請 休息 10分鐘 。 未 滿2歲幼兒不 看螢 幕， 2歲以 上每 天看 螢幕不 要超 過1 小時 Translation: Excessive use may damage vision Warning: Excessive use may damage vision Attention: Rest for 10 minutes after every 30 minutes. Children under 2 years old should stay away from this product.

  • Page 158: United Arab Emirates

    United Arab Emirates Notice to the User: Regulatory content for this region can also be viewed on your device. To view the content: Settings  Device Info TRA – United Arab Emirates Dealer ID: DA35294/14 TA RTTE: ER88845/ 20 Model: FB418 Type: Wireless Activity Tracker...

  • Page 159: United Kingdom

    United Kingdom Simplified UK Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Fitbit LLC declares that the radio equipment type Model FB418 is in compliance with Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.fitbit.com/legal/safety-instructions Zambia ZMB / ZICTA / TA / 2020 / 10 / 13...
  • Page 160 ©2022 Fitbit LLC. All rights reserved. Fitbit and the Fitbit logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fitbit in the US and other countries. A more complete list of Fitbit trademarks can be found at the Fitbit Trademark List. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective...

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