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  • Page 1 User Manual Version 1.3...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Basics Navigate Versa Basic navigation Button Shortcuts Adjust settings Check battery level Set up device lock Turn off the screen Care for Versa Use Versa without your phone Apps and Clock Faces Open apps Organize apps Remove apps Update apps...
  • Page 3 Download additional apps Change the clock face Notifications Set up notifications See incoming notifications Manage notifications Turn off notifications Receive calendar notifications Answer or reject phone calls Respond to messages Timekeeping Set a silent alarm Dismiss or snooze a silent alarm Time events with the stopwatch Set a timer Activity and Sleep...
  • Page 4 Add music and podcasts with your Mac Control music with Versa Choose the music source Control music Use Pandora on Versa (United States only) Use Deezer on Versa Fitbit Pay Use credit and debit cards Add credit and debit cards...
  • Page 5 Troubleshooting Heart-rate signal missing GPS signal missing Can't connect to Wi-Fi Unexpected behavior General Info and Specifications Sensors Materials Wireless Technology Haptic feedback Battery Memory Display Wristband 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 6 Zambia...

  • Page 7: Get Started

    The dashboard is where you'll set goals, analyze historical data, identify trends, log food and water, keep up with friends, and much more. As soon as you're done setting up Versa, you're ready to start moving.
  • Page 8 Next, we'll explain how to find and use the features that interest you and how to adjust your preferences. For more information, tips, and troubleshooting, browse our comprehensive help content at help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 9: Set Up Fitbit Versa

    Fitbit users. You have the option to share other information, but most of the information you provide is private by default. Charge Versa A fully charged Versa has a battery life of up to 4+ days. Battery life and charge cycles vary with use and other factors; actual results will vary. To charge Versa: 1.
  • Page 10 While the watch charges, tap the screen to check the battery level. Tap the screen twice to use Versa while it charges.

  • Page 11: Set Up With Your Phone Or Tablet

    Fitbit dashboard. Set up with your Windows 10 PC If you don't have a smartphone, you can set up and sync Versa using a Bluetooth- enabled Windows 10 PC and the Fitbit app. To get the Fitbit app for your computer: 1.

  • Page 12: Connect To Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi network on a computer, the network isn't supported. For best results, connect Versa to your home or work Wi-Fi network. Make sure you know the network password before connecting. For more information about how to connect Versa to Wi-Fi, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 13: Wear Versa

    Each time you open the Fitbit app, Versa syncs automatically when it's nearby. Versa also syncs with the app periodically if All-Day Sync is on. To turn on this feature: From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap or click the Account icon ( ) > Versa tile...

  • Page 14: Handedness

    Your dominant hand is the one you use for writing and eating. By default, the Wrist setting is set to non-dominant. If you wear Versa on your dominant hand, change the Wrist setting in the Fitbit app.

  • Page 15: Change The Wristband

    Change the wristband Versa comes with a small wristband attached and an additional large bottom band in the box. Both the top and bottom bands can be swapped with accessory bands, sold separately. For wristband measurements, see "Wristband size" on page 74.

  • Page 16: Attach A Wristband

    4. Repeat on the other side. Attach a wristband To attach a wristband: 1. Slide the pin (the side opposite the quick-release lever) into the notch on the watch. The band with the clasp attaches to the top of the watch. 2.

  • Page 17: Basics

    Versa has a touch screen with a colored LCD and three buttons: back, top, and bottom. Navigate Versa by tapping the screen, swiping side to side and up and down, or by pressing the buttons. To preserve battery, Versa's screen turns off when not in use.

  • Page 19: Button Shortcuts

    Button Shortcuts Press and hold the buttons on Versa for a faster way to use Fitbit Pay (on Fitbit Pay- enabled watches), control music, see notifications, and open apps. Versa shows notifications as they come in and also saves them so you can check later.
  • Page 20 When Screen Wake is set to Auto, you can turn your wrist towards you to turn the screen on. When Notifications is set to On, Versa displays notifications from your phone. For more information on how to manage notifications, see "Notifications"...

  • Page 21: Adjust Settings

    Swipe up or down to scroll through your notifications. App shortcuts Press the buttons on Versa for quick access to your favorite apps. To access these shortcuts, navigate to the clock screen. The buttons are mapped as follows: Top button–opens the app located in the top left of the first app screen. If you haven't reordered your apps, the Music app ( ) opens.
  • Page 22 To turn notifications off so that you don't receive them during exercise and sleep, tap Notifications and then tap During Exercise or During Sleep to adjust the setting.

  • Page 23: Check Battery Level

    Check your battery level at any time: from the clock, swipe up. The battery level icon is in the top-left corner of the screen. If your battery is low (less than 24 hours remaining), Versa alerts you with the red battery indicator. If your battery is critically low (less than 4 hours remaining), the red battery indicator flashes.

  • Page 24: Turn Off The Screen

    From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap or click the Account icon ( ) > Versa tile > Device Lock. For more information on how to use the device lock, see help.fitbit.com. Turn off the screen To turn off Versa's screen when not in use, briefly cover the watch face with your opposite hand.

  • Page 25: Care For Versa

    Care for Versa It's important to clean and dry your Versa regularly. For instructions and more information, see fitbit.com/productcare. Use Versa without your phone Key functions of the watch are designed to be used without needing your phone nearby: "Set a silent alarm" on page 34 "See your stats"...

  • Page 26: Apps And Clock Faces

    To open an app, tap it. Organize apps To change the placement of an app, press and hold an app on Versa until it's selected, and then drag it to a new location. You know the app is selected when it increases slightly in size and the watch vibrates.

  • Page 27: Update Apps

    4. Tap or click the app > Remove. Update apps Apps update automatically over Wi-Fi as needed. Versa searches for updates when plugged into the charger and in range of your Wi-Fi network. For information about manually updating apps, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 28: Change The Clock Face

    3. Browse the available clock faces. When you find one you want to install, tap or click it. 4. Tap or click Select to add the clock face to Versa. All apps and clock faces in the Fitbit App Gallery are free to download. However, some apps and clock faces require a paid subscription service or a one-time activation fee to a developer.

  • Page 29: Notifications

    WhatsApp, tap App Notifications and turn on the specific notifications you want to see. 4. Tap Notifications > Versa in the top left corner to return to device settings. Your watch syncs to complete the setup. For detailed instructions on how to set up notifications, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 30: Manage Notifications

    Manage notifications Versa stores up to 30 notifications, after which the oldest are replaced as you receive new ones. Notifications delete automatically after 24 hours. To manage notifications: From the clock, swipe down to see your notifications and tap any notification to expand it.

  • Page 31: Turn Off Notifications

    Turn off notifications You can turn off all notifications on Versa or turn off certain notifications using the Fitbit app. To turn off all notifications: 1. Press and hold the back button on your watch and swipe left until you reach the quick settings screen.

  • Page 32: Answer Or Reject Phone Calls

    Answer or reject phone calls If paired to an iPhone, Versa lets you accept or reject incoming phone calls. To accept a call, tap the green phone icon on your watch's screen. Note that you can't speak into the watch—accepting a phone call answers the call on your nearby...

  • Page 33: Respond To Messages

    Respond to messages Respond directly to text messages and notifications from select apps on your watch with preset quick replies. This feature is currently only available on watches paired to an Android phone. To use quick replies: 1. Tap the notification on your watch. To see recent messages, swipe down from the clock face.

  • Page 34: Timekeeping

    Timekeeping To wake you up in the morning or alert you at a certain time of day, set up to 8 silent alarms that gently vibrate at the time chosen. Set an alarm to go off every day or on particular days. You can also time events with the stopwatch or set a countdown timer.

  • Page 35: Dismiss Or Snooze A Silent Alarm

    To snooze the alarm for 9 minutes, tap the ZZZ icon or press the top button. Tap snooze as many times as you like. Versa automatically goes into snooze mode if you ignore the alarm for more than 1 minute.

  • Page 36: Set A Timer

    3. Tap the numbers and swipe up and down to set the timer. 4. Press the back button to return to the countdown screen. 5. Tap the play icon or press the bottom button to start the timer. Versa flashes and vibrates when the time allotted is done.

  • Page 37: Activity And Sleep

    Activity and Sleep Versa continuously tracks a variety of stats whenever you wear it, including hourly activity, heart rate, and sleep. The information is transferred to your dashboard every time you sync your watch. See your stats From the clock face, swipe up to see Fitbit Today, which shows your daily tips and tracks these stats: Core stats: steps taken today, calories burned, distance covered, floors...
  • Page 38 To reorder the tiles, press and hold a row, then drag it up or down to change its position. Find your complete history and other information automatically detected by your watch, such as sleep stages, on your Fitbit dashboard. All Versa stats except sleep reset at midnight to begin a new day.

  • Page 39: Track A Daily Activity Goal

    Track a daily activity goal Versa tracks your progress towards a daily activity goal of your choice. When you reach your goal, the watch vibrates and shows a celebration. Choose a goal By default, your goal is 10,000 steps per day, but you may have changed this goal during setup.

  • Page 40: Track Your Sleep

    Track your sleep Wear Versa to bed to automatically track your time asleep and sleep stages. To see your sleep stats, sync your watch when you wake up and check your dashboard. For more information about sleep tracking, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 41: Learn About Your Sleep Habits

    On—Heart rate tracking is on when the watch is on your wrist. To adjust the Heart Rate setting, on Versa, tap the Settings app ( ) > Heart Rate. Note that the green LED on the back of Versa continues to flash even if you turn off heart rate tracking.

  • Page 42: Practice Guided Breathing

    Practice guided breathing The Relax app ( ) on Versa provides personalized guided breathing sessions to help you find moments of calm throughout the day. You can choose between 2- minute and 5-minute long sessions. To begin a session: 1. On Versa, tap the Relax app.
  • Page 43 For more information about guided breathing sessions, including the benefits of practicing deep breathing and safety information, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 44: Fitness And Exercise

    ) and complete guided workouts with the Fitbit Coach app ( ) right on your wrist. When you use Versa with the Fitbit app, you can also share your activity with friends and family to help you stay on track, see how your overall fitness level compares to your peers, and more.

  • Page 45: Track And Analyze Exercise With The Exercise App

    Choose from over a dozen exercise types to customize the app with your favorites. For example, if you attend a spin class, make sure to choose the spinning activity on Versa. Some exercises, like running, biking, and hiking, have a GPS option.
  • Page 46 4. Tap the play icon or press the bottom button to begin tracking your exercise. Versa shows several real-time stats of your choice. Swipe the middle stat to scroll through additional stats. You can adjust the stats you see in the settings for each exercise.

  • Page 47: Check Your Stats During Exercise

    For more information about how to customize exercise stats on Versa, see help.fitbit.com. Customize your exercise settings Customize various settings for each exercise type right on your watch.
  • Page 48 To customize an exercise setting: 1. On Versa, tap the Exercise app ( 2. Swipe through the list of exercises until you find the one you want to customize. 3. Tap the gear icon ( ) in the top left and scroll through the list of settings.

  • Page 49: Check Your Workout Summary

    GPS. Check your heart rate Heart-rate zones help you target the training intensity of your choice. Versa shows your current zone and progress toward your maximum heart rate next to your heart-rate reading. On your Fitbit dashboard, you can see your time spent in zones during a particular day or exercise.
  • Page 50 Icon Zone Calculation Description Out of Below 50% Your heart rate may be elevated, but not Zone of your enough to be considered exercise. maximum heart rate Between This is a low-to-medium intensity exercise Burn 50% and zone. This zone may be a good place to start 69% of for those new to exercise.

  • Page 51: Custom Heart-Rate Zones

    To start a workout: 1. On Versa, tap the Fitbit Coach app ( 2. Scroll through the list of workouts. 3. Tap a workout and then press the play button to start. To preview the workout first, tap the menu icon in the top right.

  • Page 52: Share Your Activity

    For more information on how to share your activity, see help.fitbit.com. Track your cardio fitness score When used with the Fitbit app, Versa helps you track your overall cardiovascular fitness. From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap the heart rate tile and then swipe left to see your cardio fitness score (also known as VO2 Max) and cardio fitness level, which shows how you compare to your peers.

  • Page 53: Music And Podcasts

    Music and Podcasts Store your favorite playlists on Versa and then listen to music and podcasts with Bluetooth headphones or another audio device without needing your phone. For instructions on how to pair a Bluetooth audio device to Versa, see "Connect...

  • Page 54: Listen To Personal Music And Podcasts

    Add music and podcasts with your Windows 10 PC Download playlists of your personal music and podcasts from your iTunes Library or Windows Media Player to Versa. Note that you can also create playlists in the Fitbit desktop app using the drag-and-drop feature to add your tracks.
  • Page 55 4. When the app is installed, open it and log in to your Fitbit account. Connect to Wi-Fi Make sure Versa and your PC are able to connect to the same Wi-Fi network: 1. From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap or click the Account icon ( ) > Versa...

  • Page 56: Add Music And Podcasts With Your Mac

    ) and then tap Transfer Music. Note that you may need to scroll down to see the transfer button. 6. Wait a few moments for Versa to connect. Note it can sometimes take a minute or two to connect. 7. When prompted, follow the on-screen instructions on your computer to choose the playlists you want to download to your watch.
  • Page 57 Open iTunes on your computer > Edit > Preferences > Advanced > Share iTunes Library XML with other applications > OK. Connect to Wi-Fi Make sure Versa and your Mac are able to connect to the same Wi-Fi network: 1. From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap or click the Account icon ( ) > Versa tile.

  • Page 58: Control Music With Versa

    6. Wait a few moments for Versa to connect via Wi-Fi. Note this can sometimes take a minute or two. 7. When prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to choose the playlists you want to download to Versa. After you choose a playlist, the download starts automatically.

  • Page 59: Control Music

    Use Pandora on Versa (United States only) With the Pandora app ( ) for Versa, you can download up to 3 of your most- played Pandora stations or popular curated Workout stations directly to your watch. Note that you need a paid subscription to Pandora and a Wi-Fi connection to download stations.
  • Page 60 1. If you haven't already done so, make sure Versa can connect to your Wi-Fi network: a. From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap or click the Account icon ( > Versa tile. b. Tap or click Wi-Fi Settings. c. Tap or click Add Network and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 61: Use Deezer On Versa

    Wi-Fi connection to download music. For more information about Deezer subscriptions, see support.deezer.com. To download your Deezer playlists or Flow: 1. If you haven't already done so, make sure Versa can connect to your Wi-Fi network: a. From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap or click the Account icon ( > Versa tile.
  • Page 62 Bluetooth range). After the music downloads, connect Bluetooth headphones or a Bluetooth speaker to Versa and open the Deezer app ( ) on your watch to listen to your playlists. Note that you don't need to be connected to Wi-Fi or have your phone or computer nearby.

  • Page 63: Fitbit Pay

    Fitbit Pay Some versions of Versa include a built-in NFC chip, which lets you use the Fitbit Pay feature to make contactless payments by tapping your watch. To find out if your watch supports this feature, check the back of your watch. If Fitbit Pay is listed in the text surrounding the heart rate sensor, your watch has an NFC chip.

  • Page 64: Make Purchases

    Fitbit Pay, look for the symbol below on the payment terminal: To pay with Versa: All customers except those in Australia: 1. When you're ready to pay, press and hold the back button on your watch for 2 seconds.
  • Page 65 3. To pay with your default card, hold your wrist near the payment terminal. To pay with a different card, swipe to find the card you want to use and then hold your wrist near the payment terminal. When the payment succeeds, your watch vibrates and you'll see a confirmation on the screen.

  • Page 66: Change Your Default Card

    For added security, you must wear Versa on your wrist to use Fitbit Pay. For more information about Fitbit Pay, including how to see transactions made with your watch, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 67: Weather

    Weather The Weather app ( ) on Versa displays the weather in your current location, as well as 2 additional locations you choose. Check the weather To check the current weather, open the Weather app ( ) on your watch. By default, the Weather app shows your current location.

  • Page 68: Restart, Erase, And Update

    A factory reset erases all apps and personal data from Versa, including cards you added in your Wallet. If you want to give Versa to another person or wish to return it for a refund, first complete a factory reset: On Versa, open the Settings app ( ) > About > Factory Reset.
  • Page 69 Fitbit app until the update is complete. For best results, make sure your watch is charged and can connect to your Wi-Fi network. Keep your watch and phone or computer close to each other during the update process. If you have trouble updating your watch, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Versa should be in contact with your skin. After holding your arm still and straight for a short time, you should see your heart rate again.

  • Page 71: Can't Connect To Wi-Fi

    Can't connect to Wi-Fi If Versa can't connect to Wi-Fi, first make sure that you're attempting to connect your watch to a compatible network. For best results, use your home or work Wi-Fi network. Versa can't connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi, WPA enterprise, or public networks that require logins, subscriptions, or profiles.

  • Page 72: Unexpected Behavior

    Not syncing despite successful setup Not responding to taps despite being charged Not tracking your steps or other data For instructions on how to restart your watch, see "Restart Versa" on page 68. For additional troubleshooting or to contact Customer Support, see help.fitbit.com.

  • Page 73: General Info And Specifications

    An ambient light sensor Materials The housing and buckle on Versa are made of anodized aluminum. While anodized aluminum can contain traces of nickel, which can cause an allergic reaction in someone with nickel sensitivity, the amount of nickel in all Fitbit products meets the European Union's stringent Nickel Directive.

  • Page 74: Battery

    Versa contains a rechargeable lithium-polymer battery. Memory Versa stores your stats and data for 7 days in between the times you sync your watch. Stored data consists of All-Day stats (including steps, distance, calories burned, active minutes, heart rate, and stationary vs. active hours) as well as sleep stages, SmartTrack activity, and exercise data.

  • Page 75: Learn More

    Water Resistance Water resistant up to 50 meters 28,000 feet Maximum Operating Altitude (8,534 m) Learn more To learn more about your watch and dashboard, visit help.fitbit.com. Return policy and warranty Warranty information and the fitbit.com return policy can be found at fitbit.com/legal/returns-and-warranty.

  • Page 76: Regulatory And Safety Notices

    Regulatory and Safety Notices Regulatory content for select regions can also be viewed on your device. To view the content: Settings > About > Regulatory Info USA: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement Model Names: FB504 and FB505 Notice to the User: The FCC ID can also be viewed on your device. Instructions to view content from your menu: Settings >...

  • Page 77: Canada: Industry Canada (Ic) Statement

    equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

  • Page 78: European Union (Eu)

    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. Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada RSS standard exempts de licence (s).

  • Page 79: Australia/New Zealand

    Por la presente, Fitbit, Inc. declara que el tipo de dispositivo de radio Modelo FB505 cumple con la Directiva 2014/53/UE. El texto completo de la declaración de conformidad de la UE está disponible en la siguiente dirección de Internet: www.fitbit.com/safety Déclaration UE de conformité...

  • Page 80: Indonesia

    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 FB505 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) (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 GB/T 26572规定的限量要求以下 (indicates that the content of the toxic and hazardous substance in all the Homogeneous Materials of the part is below the concentration limit requirement as described in GB/T 26572).

  • Page 81: Israel

    Israel Model Name FB505 63726 ‫אישור‬ ‫התאמה‬ ‫אין‬ ‫לבצע‬ ‫כל‬ ‫שינוי‬ ‫טכני‬ ‫בחלק‬ ‫המודולארי‬ ‫של‬ ‫המוצר‬ Mexico Model Names FB504 and FB505 “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) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada Morocco...

  • Page 82: Philippines

    Connection and use of this communications equipment is permitted by the Nigerian Communications Commission. Philippines Model Name FB505 Serbia Model Name FB505 South Korea Model Name FB505 클래스 B 장치 (가정 사용을위한 방송 통신 기기) : EMC 등록 주로 가정용 (B 급)으로하고, 모 든...

  • Page 83: Taiwan

    Taiwan Model Name FB505 注意！ 依據 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變 更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能 第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停 用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。 前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 Translation: Article 12 Without permission, any company, firm or user shall not alter the frequency, increase the power, or change the characteristics and functions of the original design of the certified lower power frequency electric machinery.
  • Page 84 使用30分鐘請休息10分鐘。 2歲以下幼兒不看螢幕，2歲以上每天看螢幕不要超過1小時。 Translation: “Excessive use may cause damage to vision” Rest for 10 minutes after every 30 minutes. Children under 2 years old should stay away from this product. Children 2 years old or more should not see the screen for more than 1 hour. see the screen for more than 1 hour.

  • Page 85: United Arab Emirates

    United Arab Emirates Model Name FB505 TRA Registered No: ER/61589/18 Dealer No: 35294/14 Zambia Model Name FB505...
  • Page 86 ZMB/ZICTA/TA/2018/2/50...
  • Page 87 ©2018 Fitbit, Inc. 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 http://www.fitbit.com/legal/trademark-list. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

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