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• Reduce the backlight brightness
page
15).
• Turn off Bluetooth wireless technology when you are not
using connected features
page
2).
• Turn off activity tracking
• Limit the smartphone notifications the device displays
(Managing Notifications, page
• Stop broadcasting heart rate data to paired Garmin devices
(Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin Devices, page
• Turn off wrist-based heart rate monitoring
Wrist Heart Rate Monitor, page
Restarting the Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to restart it.
NOTE: Restarting the device may erase your data or settings.
1
Hold the key for 15 seconds.
The device turns off.
2
Hold the key for one second to turn on the device.
Restoring All Default Settings
NOTE: This deletes all user-entered information and activity
history. If you have set up a Garmin Pay wallet, restoring default
settings also deletes the wallet from your device.
You can reset all settings back to the factory default values.
1
Hold the touchscreen.
2
Select Settings > System > Restore Defaults > Yes.
My device does not display the correct time
The device updates the time and date when you sync your
device to a computer or smartphone. You should sync your
device to receive the correct time when you change time zones,
and to update for daylight saving time.
1
Select the Auto option in the time settings
page
14).
2
Confirm that your computer or smartphone displays the
correct local time.
3
Select an option:
• Sync your device to a computer
on Your Computer, page
• Sync your device to a smartphone
Mobile, page
12).
The time and date are updated automatically.
Acquiring Satellite Signals
The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite
signals.
1
Go outdoors to an open area.
The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky.
2
Wait while the device locates satellites.
It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals.
Improving GPS Satellite Reception
• Frequently sync the device to your Garmin Connect account:
◦ Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable
and the Garmin Express application.
◦ Sync your device to the Garmin Connect Mobile app using
your Bluetooth enabled smartphone.
While connected to your Garmin Connect account, the device
downloads several days of satellite data, allowing it to quickly
locate satellite signals.
18
(Backlight Settings,
(Turning Off Bluetooth Technology,
(Activity Tracking, page
5).
2).
(Turning Off the
4).
(Time Settings,
(Using Garmin Connect
12).
(Using Garmin Connect
• Take your device outside to an open area away from tall
buildings and trees.
• Remain stationary for a few minutes.
My daily step count does not appear
The daily step count is reset every night at midnight.
If dashes appear instead of your step count, allow the device
to acquire satellite signals and set the time automatically.
The floors climbed amount does not seem
4).
accurate
Your device uses an internal barometer to measure elevation
changes as you climb floors. A floor climbed is equal to 3 m
(10 ft.).
• Avoid holding handrails or skipping steps while climbing
stairs.
My intensity minutes are flashing
When you exercise at an intensity level that qualifies toward
your intensity minutes goal, the intensity minutes flash.
Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate or
vigorous intensity level.
Improving the Accuracy of Intensity Minutes
and Calories
You can improve the accuracy of these estimates by walking or
running outside for 20 minutes.
1
From the watch face, swipe to view the My Day widget.
2
Select
.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Is my smartphone compatible with my
device?
The vívoactive 3 device is compatible with smartphones using
Bluetooth Smart wireless technology.
Go to
www.garmin.com/ble
Getting More Information
• Go to
support.garmin.com
and software updates.
• Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.
• Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter.
• Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for
information about optional accessories and replacement
parts.
Data Fields
Some data fields require ANT+ accessories to display data.
%HRR: The percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart
rate minus resting heart rate).
24-Hour Max.: The maximum temperature recorded in the last
24 hours.
24-Hour Min.: The minimum temperature recorded in the last
24 hours.
30s Avg. Vertical Speed: The 30-second moving average of
vertical speed.
Average %HRR: The average percentage of heart rate reserve
(maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current
activity.
for compatibility information.
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Appendix
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