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y Reduce the display brightness
page 25).
y Turn off Bluetooth technology when you are not
using connected features
Smartphone Connection,
y Turn off activity tracking
page 10).
y Limit the smartphone notifications the device
displays
(Managing Notifications,
y Stop broadcasting heart rate data to paired Garmin
devices
(Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin Devices,
page 7).
y Turn off wrist-based heart rate monitoring
Off the Wrist-based Heart Rate Monitor,
y Turn off automatic pulse oximeter readings
(Changing the Pulse Oximeter Tracking Mode,
page 9).
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
for 15 seconds.
The device turns off.
2 Hold
for one second to turn on the device.
Restoring All Default Settings
You can reset all of the device settings to the factory
default values.
1 Hold
.
2 Select
> System > Reset.
3 Select an option:
• To reset all of the device settings to the factory
default values and delete all user-entered
information and activity history, select Delete
Data and Reset Settings.
NOTE: If you have set up a Garmin Pay wallet,
this option deletes the wallet from your device.
If you have music stored on your device, this
option deletes your stored music.
• To reset all of the device settings to the factory
default values and save all user-entered
information and activity history, select Reset
Default Settings.
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.
Troubleshooting
(Backlight Settings,
(Turning Off the Bluetooth
page 3).
(Activity Tracking Settings,
page 3).
(Turning
page 8).
Improving GPS Satellite Reception
y 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 app
using your Bluetooth enabled smartphone.
• Connect your device to your Garmin Connect
account using a WiFi wireless network.
While connected to your Garmin Connect account,
the device downloads several days of satellite
data, allowing it to quickly locate satellite signals.
y Take your device outside to an open area away
from tall buildings and trees.
y Remain stationary for a few minutes.
Activity Tracking
For more information about activity tracking accuracy,
go to Garmin.com.sg/legal/atdisclaimer.
My step count does not seem accurate
If your step count does not seem accurate, you can try
these tips.
y Wear the device on your non-dominant wrist.
y Carry the device in your pocket when pushing a
stroller or lawn mower.
y 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 floors climbed amount does not seem
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.).
y Avoid holding handrails or skipping steps while
climbing stairs.
y In windy environments, cover the device with your
sleeve or jacket as strong gusts can cause erratic
readings.
Improving the Accuracy of Intensity Minutes and
Calories
You can improve the accuracy of these estimates by
walking or running outside for 15 minutes.
1 From the watch face, swipe to view the My Day
widget.
2 Select
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3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
The temperature reading is not accurate
You can use an optional tempe external temperature
sensor to view accurate ambient temperature readings
while wearing the watch.
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