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• Use a watch face that is not updated every second.
For example, use a watch face without a second hand
(Customizing the Watch Face,
• Limit the smartphone notifications the device displays
(Managing Notifications,
• Stop broadcasting heart rate data to paired Garmin
devices
(Broadcasting Heart Rate Data to Garmin
Devices,
page 23).
• Turn off wrist-based heart rate monitoring
the Wrist-based Heart Rate Monitor,
NOTE: Wrist-based heart rate monitoring is used
to calculate vigorous intensity minutes and calories
burned.
• Turn on manual pulse oximeter readings
Automatic Pulse Oximeter Readings,
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 watch on your non-dominant wrist.
• Carry the watch in your pocket when pushing a stroller
or lawn mower.
• Carry the watch in your pocket when actively using your
hands or arms only.
NOTE: The watch 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
(Using Garmin Connect on Your
Computer,
page 17).
• Sync your step count with the Garmin Connect
app
(Manually Syncing Data with Garmin Connect,
page 17).
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.
Appendix
page 52).
page 16).
(Turning Off
page 23).
(Turning Off
page 31).
The floors climbed amount does not seem accurate
Your watch 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.
• In windy environments, cover the watch with your
sleeve or jacket as strong gusts can cause erratic
readings.
Getting More Information
You can find more information about this product on the
Garmin website.
• Go to
support.garmin.com
articles, and software updates.
• Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin
dealer for information about optional accessories and
replacement parts.
• Go to
www.garmin.com/ataccuracy
about feature accuracy.
This is not a medical device.
Appendix
Data Fields
NOTE: Not all data fields are available for all activity types.
Some data fields require ANT+ or Bluetooth accessories
to display data.
% Functional Threshold Power: The current power output
as a percentage of functional threshold power.
% Heart Rate Reserve: The percentage of heart rate
reserve (maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate).
10s Balance: The 10-second moving average of the left/
right power balance.
10s Power: The 10-second moving average of power
output.
24-Hour Maximum: The maximum temperature recorded
in the last 24 hours from a compatible temperature
sensor.
24-Hour Minimum: The minimum temperature recorded
in the last 24 hours from a compatible temperature
sensor.
30s Balance: The 30-second moving average of the left/
right power balance.
30s Power: The 30-second moving average of power
output.
3s Balance: The three-second moving average of the left/
right power balance.
3s Power: The 3-second moving average of power output.
500m Pace: The current rowing pace per 500 meters.
Aerobic Training Effect: The impact of the current activity
on your aerobic fitness level.
Ambient Pressure: The uncalibrated environmental
pressure.
for additional manuals,
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