Getting More Information; Activity Tracking; My Daily Step Count Does Not Appear; My Step Count Does Not Seem Accurate - Garmin FORERUNNER 55 Download Owner's Manual

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Getting More Information

• Go to
support.garmin.com
• Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and
replacement parts.

Activity Tracking

For more information about activity tracking accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy.

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.

My step count does not seem accurate

If your step count does not seem accurate, you can try these tips.
• Wear the device on your non-dominant wrist.
• Carry the device in your pocket when pushing a stroller or lawn mower.
• Carry the device in your pocket when actively using your hands or arms only.
NOTE: The device may interpret some repetitive motions, such as washing dishes, folding laundry, or
clapping your hands, as steps.

The step counts on my device and my Garmin Connect account don't match

The step count on your Garmin Connect account updates when you sync your device.
1 Select an option:
• Sync your step count with the Garmin Express application
page 33).
• Sync your step count with the Garmin Connect app
2 Wait while the device syncs your data.
Syncing can take several minutes.
NOTE: Refreshing the Garmin Connect app or the Garmin Express application does not sync your data or
update your step count.

My intensity minutes are flashing

When you exercise at an intensity level that qualifies toward your intensity minutes goal, the intensity minutes
flash.

Acquiring Satellite Signals

The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals. The time and date are set automatically
based on the GPS position.
TIP: For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS.
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.
Troubleshooting
for additional manuals, articles, and software updates.
(Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer,
(Manually Syncing Data with Garmin Connect,
page 26).
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