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Resetting the Device Lock Password
If you do not know the device lock password, you can reset the
device to factory defaults. This erases all custom images on the
device and restores all settings to the factory defaults, but
retains the Garmin Connect registration information.
1
Remove the ANT wireless adapter from the USB port, and
connect a mouse.
2
Click anywhere on the screen.
3
Select Reset device lock password.
All custom images on the device are erased, and the device
is reset to factory defaults.
4
Configure the device
(Configuring the Device, page
Changing the Device Language
1
Unlock the device
(Unlocking the Device, page
2
Select SETTINGS > Locale.
3
Select a language.
Accessing the Android Operating System
This device uses the Android operating system, and you can
adjust the Android system settings and other Android features.
You can also install Android applications to help connect to your
network or perform other tasks.
1
Unlock the device
(Unlocking the Device, page
2
Select SETTINGS > Android System.
3
From the Android application drawer, select Garmin vivohub
2 to return to normal device operation.
Transferring Files from a microSD Memory Card to the
Device
Before you can transfer files from a microSD memory card (not
included) to the device, you must transfer the files to the
memory card using a computer with an appropriate card reader,
and insert the memory card into the device.
You can use the Android system to transfer files, such as image
files, from an inserted microSD memory card to the internal
storage of the device. This allows you to show custom images
on the status screen without leaving the memory card in the
device.
TIP: To organize multiple images, it is best to copy a folder of
images from your computer to the memory card, and then copy
the entire folder from the memory card onto the internal storage
of the device.
1
Unlock the device
(Unlocking the Device, page
2
Select SETTINGS > Android System.
3
In the Android application drawer, select FileBrowser.
4
In the FileBrowser application, select External Storage
Card to view the contents of the memory card.
5
Select
.
The icon turns yellow.
6
Select each image and folder to copy to the internal storage
of the device.
A check mark appears next to each file or folder.
7
Select
> Copy.
8
Select
to return to the home screen of the FileBrowser
application.
9
Select Local Disk to view the contents of the internal
storage.
10
Select
Paste.
The selected files and folders from the memory card are
copied to the local storage of the device.
11
Repeat steps 5 through 11 for additional files you want to
copy.
12
Right-click to return to the Android application drawer.
13
Select Garmin vivohub 2 to return to normal device
operation.
Restoring Factory Default Values
If the device is not performing optimally due to incorrect
configuration or settings changes, you can reset it to factory
default values. This erases all custom images on the device and
restores all settings to the factory defaults, but retains the
Garmin Connect registration information.
1
Unlock the device
2
Select SETTINGS > Factory Reset.
3
Configure the device
2).
Troubleshooting
3).
Using the Diagnostics for Troubleshooting
1
Unlock the device
2
Select RUN DIAGNOSTICS.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: You can restart the diagnostics by removing the ANT
wireless adapter and installing it again.
Resetting the Device
Some problems with the device can be corrected by turning it off
3).
and back on again.
1
Disconnect the micro-USB connector from the device.
The device turns off.
2
Reconnect the micro-USB connector to the device.
The device turns on automatically. The LED is on.
Firewall Exceptions
This device sends data to and requests data from Garmin
servers to synchronize activity trackers and update software.
The Garmin servers do not initiate any communication with this
device. Depending on the local network, you may need to create
exceptions for this device to send data over the Internet.
• The local IP address of each vívohub must be allowed
access to the Internet.
• If needed, firewall, captive portal, or Internet proxy exceptions
must be created to allow each vívohub to access these sites:
◦ *.garmin.com
◦ The time server URL (2.android.pool.ntp.org is the default
time server)
3).
Specifications
General
Input/output
(Unlocking the Device, page
(Configuring the Device, page
(Unlocking the Device, page
CPU
ARM Cortex A9 Dual Core, 1.5
GHz
RAM
DDR3 1 GB
Storage
NAND 4 GB
Operating system
Google
™
Dimensions
W × H × D: 91 x 34 x 12 mm (3.6 x
1.3 x 0.5 in.)
Weight
34 g (1.2 oz.)
Shock resistance
Withstands a 75 cm (29.5 in.) drop
onto a wood floor
USB power source From 4.5 to 5.5 Vdc
From 500 mA to 2 A
Power
2 W
consumption
USB connector
USB 1: Type A, USB 2.0 host
types
USB 2: Micro-B USB for power
only
HDMI connector
HDMI 1.4a, male connector
type
3).
2).
3).
Android v4.2.2
5
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