Device Information; Charging The Device; Product Updates; Updating The Software Using The Garmin Connect App - Garmin VIVOACTIVE 4S Owner's Manual

Charging the Device

This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important information.
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or
connecting to a computer. Refer to the cleaning instructions
1 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the charging port on your device.
2 Plug the large end of the USB cable into a USB charging port.
3 Charge the device completely.

Product Updates

On your computer, install Garmin Express (www.garmin.com/express). On your smartphone, install the Garmin
Connect app.
This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices:
• Software updates
• Course updates
• Data uploads to Garmin Connect
• Product registration

Updating the Software Using the Garmin Connect App

Before you can update your device software using the Garmin Connect app, you must have a Garmin Connect
account, and you must pair the device with a compatible smartphone
Sync your device with the Garmin Connect app
When new software is available, the Garmin Connect app automatically sends the update to your device.
The update is applied when you are not actively using the device. When the update is complete, your device
restarts.
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