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  • Page 1 ™ Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 © 2020 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Garmin. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Go to www.garmin.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using the Garmin Connect App..12 Icons............ 3 Using Garmin Connect on Your Setting Up Your Watch......3 Computer........... 13 Connecting to the Garmin Pilot App..13 Flying..........4 Updating the Aviation Database..13 Aviation Settings........4 Connect IQ Features......13 Setting the Altitude Alert....
  • Page 4 Viewing the Heart Rate Widget..21 Setting an Abnormal Heart Rate Apps and Activities......33 Alert........... 21 Starting an Activity....... 34 Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin Devices..........22 Tips for Recording Activities.... 34 Turning Off the Wrist-based Heart Stopping an Activity......34 Rate Monitor........
  • Page 5 Changing the Watch Face....47 Updating the Software Using the Garmin Connect App......58 Editing a Watch Face......47 Updating the Software Using Garmin Creating a Custom Watch Face..47 Express..........59 Customizing the Controls Menu..48 Viewing Device Information....59 Setting Up a Shortcut Control....
  • Page 6 My phone will not connect to the device............ 61 My headphones will not connect to the device............ 61 My music cuts out or my headphones do not stay connected....... 61 My device is in the wrong language..61 My device does not display the correct time............

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program. This device is not intended to provide primary flight information, and is to be used for backup purposes only. Device Overview Action button: Press to turn on the device.

  • Page 8: Default Watch Face

    Default Watch Face Weather conditions at the selected airport (Editing a Watch Face, page 47). Cloud coverage and visibility at the selected airport. Wind conditions at the selected airport. Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) pointer. References the 24-hour time markings on the watch. Touchscreen Tips •...

  • Page 9: Using The Controls Menu

    ™ Setting Up Your Watch To take full advantage of the D2 Air features, complete these tasks. • Pair the device with your smartphone using the Garmin Connect (Pairing Your Smartphone, page ™ • Set up Wi‑Fi networks (Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network, page...

  • Page 10: Flying

    Flying WARNING Do not use this device as a primary means of navigation. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information prior to use. Aviation Settings Hold , and select >...

  • Page 11: Selecting A Favorite Airport

    Selecting a Favorite Airport When you select a favorite airport, you can view the waypoint and METAR information for it on the default watch face and aviation widgets. 1 Hold 2 Select > Aviation > METAR Location. 3 Select an option: •...

  • Page 12: Viewing Your Spo2 Readings In Flight

    The SpO2 readings are intended for backup information only. Always defer to applicable flight instruments for primary awareness. The D2 Air device has a wrist-based pulse oximeter to gauge the saturation of oxygen in your blood (SpO2). Knowing your oxygen saturation can help you determine how your body is adjusting to high altitudes. As your altitude increases, the level of oxygen in your blood can decrease.

  • Page 13: Navigating To An Aviation Waypoint By Its Identifier

    Navigating to an Aviation Waypoint by Its Identifier You can navigate directly to an aviation waypoint by searching for an alphanumeric identifier. 1 Hold 2 Select > Enter Ident.. 3 Enter all or part of the alphanumeric identifier. 4 Press A list of matching waypoints appears.

  • Page 14: Disabling The Automatic Flight Timer

    4 Select a location. Sending a Flight Plan to Your Device You can use the Garmin Pilot app to create flight plans and send them to your D2 Air device. 1 Connect your device to the Garmin Pilot app (Connecting to the Garmin Pilot App, page 13).

  • Page 15: Smart Features

    Smart Features Pairing Your Smartphone To set up the D2 Air device, it must be paired directly through the Garmin Connect app, instead of from the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone. ® 1 From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the Garmin Connect app.

  • Page 16: Viewing Notifications

    ™ When you receive a text message notification on your D2 Air device, you can send a quick reply by selecting from a list of messages. You can customize messages in the Garmin Connect app. NOTE: This feature sends text messages using your phone. Regular text message limits and charges may apply.

  • Page 17: Using Do Not Disturb Mode

    • To manually turn on or off do not disturb mode, hold , and select • To automatically turn on do not disturb mode during your sleep hours, open the device settings in the Garmin Connect app, and select Sounds & Alerts > Do Not Disturb During Sleep.

  • Page 18: Garmin Connect

    You can create your free Garmin Connect account when you pair your device with your phone using the Garmin Connect app. You can also create an account when you set up the Garmin Express application ™...

  • Page 19: Using Garmin Connect On Your Computer

    Connecting to the Garmin Pilot App You can use the Garmin Pilot app to create flight plans and send them to your D2 Air device. The Garmin Pilot app is available for some mobile devices. See the app store for your mobile device for availability and compatibility information.

  • Page 20: Downloading Connect Iq Features

    • Music stored on your phone On a D2 Air device, you can download audio content to your device from your computer or from a third-party provider, so you can listen when your smartphone is not nearby. To listen to audio content stored on your device, you must connect headphones with Bluetooth technology.

  • Page 21: Connecting To A Third-Party Provider

    Before you can send your personal music to your device, you must install the Garmin Express application on your computer (www.garmin.com/express). You can load your personal audio files, such as .mp3 and .m4a files, to a D2 Air device from your computer. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/musicfiles.

  • Page 22: Connecting Bluetooth Headphones

    Connecting Bluetooth Headphones To listen to music loaded onto your D2 Air device, you must connect headphones using Bluetooth technology. 1 Bring the headphones within 2 m (6.6 ft.) of your device. 2 Enable pairing mode on the headphones. 3 Hold 4 Select >...

  • Page 23: Music Playback Controls

    Select to change the shuffle mode. Garmin Pay The Garmin Pay feature allows you to use your watch to pay for purchases in participating stores using credit or debit cards from a participating financial institution. Setting Up Your Garmin Pay Wallet You can add one or more participating credit or debit cards to your Garmin Pay wallet.

  • Page 24: Paying For A Purchase Using Your Watch

    Your most recently used payment card appears. 4 If you have added multiple cards to your Garmin Pay wallet, swipe to change to another card (optional). 5 Within 60 seconds, hold your watch near the payment reader, with the watch facing the reader.

  • Page 25: Changing Your Garmin Pay Passcode

    Changing Your Garmin Pay Passcode You must know your current passcode to change it. If you forget your passcode, you must reset the Garmin Pay feature for your D2 Air device, create a new passcode, and reenter your card information.

  • Page 26: Turning Incident Detection On And Off

    NOTE: Incident detection is available only for outdoor walk, run, and bike activities. When an incident is detected by your D2 Air device with GPS enabled, the Garmin Connect app can send an automated text message and email with your name and GPS location to your emergency contacts. A message appears indicating your contacts will be informed after 30 seconds have elapsed.

  • Page 27: Tips For Erratic Heart Rate Data

    Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you can try these tips. • Clean and dry your arm before putting on the device. • Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the device. •...

  • Page 28: Broadcasting Heart Rate To Garmin Devices

    Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin Devices You can broadcast your heart rate data from your D2 Air device and view it on paired Garmin devices. For example, you can broadcast your heart rate data to an Edge device while cycling.

  • Page 29: Heart Rate Zone Calculations

    A message appears when the test is complete. Pulse Oximeter The D2 Air device has a wrist-based pulse oximeter to gauge the saturation of oxygen in your blood. Knowing your oxygen saturation can be valuable in understanding your overall health and help you determine how your body is adapting to altitude.

  • Page 30: Getting Pulse Oximeter Readings

    Your calories burned includes your base metabolism plus activity calories. The number of steps taken during the day appears on the steps widget. The step count is updated periodically. For more information about activity tracking and fitness metric accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy. Activity Tracking...

  • Page 31: Auto Goal

    Your device creates a daily step goal automatically, based on your previous activity levels. As you move during the day, the device shows your progress toward your daily goal If you choose not to use the auto goal feature, you can set a personalized step goal on your Garmin Connect account.

  • Page 32: Garmin Move Iq

    The Move IQ feature can automatically start a timed activity for walking and running using time thresholds you set in the Garmin Connect app. These activities are added to your activities list. Activity Tracking Settings...

  • Page 33: Widgets

    Last sport: Displays a brief summary of your last recorded sport. Lights: Provides bike light controls when you have a Varia light paired with your D2 Air device. Menstrual cycle tracking: Displays your current cycle. You can view and log your daily symptoms.

  • Page 34: Viewing Widgets

    Viewing Widgets • From the watch face, swipe up or down. The device scrolls through the widget loop. • Tap the touchscreen to view additional screens for a widget. • Hold to view additional options and functions for a widget. Customizing the Widget Loop 1 Hold 2 Select...

  • Page 35: Viewing The Waypoints Widget

    Viewing the Waypoints Widget 1 Swipe up or down to view the waypoints widget. TIP: The waypoints widget defaults to your favorite airport. To change the airport shown on the widget, you can hold , and select Set Airport. 2 Select to view all options.

  • Page 36: Metar

    METAR Airport identifier Aviation flight category Wind direction, speed, and gusts Visibility in statute miles Sky conditions Weather conditions Altimeter Alert altitude Pressure altitude Barometric pressure Widgets...

  • Page 37: About My Day

    Knowing your stress level can help you identify stressful moments throughout your day. For best results, you should wear the device while sleeping. You can sync your device with your Garmin Connect account to view your all-day stress level, long-term trends, and additional details.

  • Page 38: Viewing The Body Battery Widget

    • Period and fertility predictions • Health and nutrition information NOTE: You can use the Garmin Connect app to add and remove widgets. Hydration Tracking You can track your daily fluid intake, turn on goals and alerts, and enter the container sizes you use most often.

  • Page 39: Using The Hydration Tracking Widget

    Garmin Connect community. For more information about activity tracking and fitness metric accuracy, go to garmin.com/ataccuracy. Connect IQ Apps: You can add features to your watch by installing apps from the Connect IQ mobile app (Connect IQ Features, page 13).

  • Page 40: Starting An Activity

    Starting an Activity When you start an activity, GPS turns on automatically (if required). 1 Press 2 If this is the first time you have started an activity, select the checkbox next to each activity to add to your favorites, and select 3 Select an option: •...

  • Page 41: Indoor Activities

    Indoor Activities The D2 Air device can be used for training indoors, such as running on an indoor track or using a stationary bike or indoor trainer. GPS is turned off for indoor activities (Activities and App Settings, page 49).

  • Page 42: Going For A Run

    Going for a Run Before you can use a wireless sensor for your run, you must pair the sensor with your device (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 55). 1 Put on your wireless sensors, such as a foot pod or heart rate monitor (optional). 2 Press 3 Select Run.

  • Page 43: Going For A Pool Swim

    Golfing Downloading Golf Courses Before you play a course for the first time, you must download it using the Garmin Connect app. 1 From the Garmin Connect app, select Download Golf Courses > 2 Select a golf course.

  • Page 44: Hole Information

    Hole Information The device calculates the distance to the front and back of the green, and to the selected pin location (Changing the Pin Location, page 38). Current hole number Distance to the back of the green Distance to the selected pin location Distance to the front of the green Par for the hole Map of the green...

  • Page 45: Viewing Layup And Dogleg Distances

    Viewing Layup and Dogleg Distances You can view a list of layup and dogleg distances for par 4 and 5 holes. 1 Press 2 Select . NOTE: Distances and locations are removed from the list as you pass them. Viewing Hazards You can view distances to hazards along the fairway for par 4 and 5 holes.

  • Page 46: Measuring A Shot With Garmin Autoshot

    Measuring a Shot with Garmin AutoShot ™ Each time you take a shot along the fairway, the device records your shot distance so you can view it later (Viewing Your Shot History, page 41). Putts are not detected. 1 While playing golf, wear the device on your leading wrist for better shot detection.

  • Page 47: Tracking Golf Statistics

    Tracking Golf Statistics When you enable statistics tracking on the device, you can view your statistics for the current round (Viewing Your Round Summary, page 41). You can compare rounds and track improvements using the Garmin Golf ™ app. 1 Hold 2 Select >...

  • Page 48: Ending A Round

    More than 42,000 courses have leaderboards that anyone can join. You can set up a tournament event and invite players to compete. The Garmin Golf app syncs your data with your Garmin Connect account. You can download the Garmin Golf app from the app store on your smartphone.

  • Page 49: Starting A Workout

    (optional), and the current workout data. For strength, yoga, or Pilates activities, an instructional animation appears. Using Garmin Connect Training Plans Before you can download and use a training plan from Garmin Connect, you must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect, page 12), and you must pair the D2 Air device with a compatible smartphone.

  • Page 50: Viewing Scheduled Workouts

    Viewing Scheduled Workouts You can view workouts scheduled in your training calendar and start a workout. 1 Press 2 Select an activity. 3 Swipe up. 4 Select Training Calendar. Your scheduled workouts appear, sorted by date. 5 Select a workout. 6 Select an option: •...

  • Page 51: Navigation

    Navigation You can use the GPS navigation features on your device to save locations, navigate to locations, and find your way home. Saving Your Location Before you can navigate to a saved location, your device must locate satellites. A location is a point that you record and store in the device. If you want to remember landmarks or return to a certain spot, you can mark a location.

  • Page 52: Compass

    TIP: Move your wrist in a small figure eight motion until a message appears. History Your device stores up to 200 hours of activity data. You can synchronize your data to view unlimited activities, activity tracking data, and heart rate monitoring data on your Garmin Connect account (Using the Garmin Connect App, page (Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer, page 13).

  • Page 53: Customizing Your Device

    Customizing Your Device Changing the Watch Face You can choose from several preloaded watch faces or use a Connect IQ watch face that is downloaded to your device (Connect IQ Features, page 13). You can also edit an existing watch face (Editing a Watch Face, page 47) or create a new one...

  • Page 54: Customizing The Controls Menu

    NOTE: This option is available only after you remove at least one shortcut from the menu. Setting Up a Shortcut Control You can set up a shortcut to your favorite control, such as your Garmin Pay wallet or the music controls. 1 From the watch face, swipe right.

  • Page 55: Activities And App Settings

    Enable Videos: Enables instructive workout animations for a strength, cardio, yoga, or Pilates activity. Animations are available for pre-installed workouts and workouts downloaded from Garmin Connect. Flight Timer: From the FLY app, allows the flight timer to start and stop automatically when your ground speed exceeds the value set in the Flight Timer Theshold option.

  • Page 56: Customizing The Data Screens

    Customizing the Data Screens You can customize data screens based on your training goals or optional accessories. For example, you can customize one of the data screens to display your lap pace or heart rate zone. 1 Hold 2 Select >...

  • Page 57: Setting An Alert

    Setting an Alert 1 Hold 2 Select > Activities & Apps. 3 Select an activity. NOTE: This feature is not available for all activities. 4 Select the activity settings. 5 Select Alerts. 6 Select an option: • Select Add New to add a new alert for the activity. •...

  • Page 58: Using Auto Pause

    4 Select the activity settings. 5 Select Auto Scroll. 6 Select a display speed. Changing the GPS Setting For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. 1 Hold 2 Select > Activities & Apps. 3 Select the activity to customize.

  • Page 59: Gps And Other Satellite Systems

    (Restoring All Default Settings, page 62). NOTE: If you have set up a Garmin Pay wallet, restoring default settings also deletes the wallet from your device. Software Update: Allows you to check for software updates. About: Displays the unit ID, software version, regulatory information, and license agreement.

  • Page 60: Time Zones

    Each time you turn on the device and acquire satellites or sync with your smartphone, the device automatically detects your time zone and the current time of day. Setting the Time Manually By default, the time is set automatically when the D2 Air device is paired with a mobile device. 1 Hold 2 Select >...

  • Page 61: Display Settings

    Pairing Your Wireless Sensors The first time you connect a wireless ANT+ or Bluetooth sensor to your Garmin device, you must pair the device and sensor. After they are paired, the device connects to the sensor automatically when you start an activity and the sensor is active and within range.

  • Page 62: Foot Pod

    Sensors, page 55). Manual calibration is recommended if you know your calibration factor. If you have calibrated a foot pod with another Garmin product, you may know your calibration factor. 1 Hold 2 Select > Sensors > Foot Pod > Cal. Factor.

  • Page 63: Club Sensors

    Situational Awareness Your D2 Air device can be used with the Varia smart bike lights and rearview radar to improve situational awareness. See the owner's manual for your Varia device for more information. NOTE: You may need to update the D2 Air software before pairing Varia devices...

  • Page 64: Charging The Device

    • 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...

  • Page 65: Updating The Software Using Garmin Express

    Up to 8 hr. Activity mode with workout animations and music playback Up to 4 hr. Always on display mode Up to 2 days The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating. Device Information...

  • Page 66: Device Care

    3 Slide the quick-release pin, and align the spring bar with the opposite side of the device. 4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 to change the other band. Troubleshooting Is my smartphone compatible with my device? The D2 Air device is compatible with smartphones using Bluetooth technology. Go to www.garmin.com/ble for compatibility information.

  • Page 67: My Phone Will Not Connect To The Device

    • If the signal passes through your body, you may experience signal loss or your headphones may become disconnected. • It is recommended to wear your headphones with the antenna on the same side of your body as your D2 Air device.

  • Page 68: My Device Does Not Display The Correct Time

    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.

  • Page 69: Acquiring Satellite Signals

    • 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.

  • Page 70: Appendix

    Appendix Data Fields Some data fields require ANT+ accessories to display data. % SPO2: The most recent blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) percentage measured by the pulse oximeter. 24-Hour Max.: The maximum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours from a compatible temperature sensor. 24-Hour Min.: The minimum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours from a compatible temperature sensor.
  • Page 71 L. Int. Dist./Stk.: The average distance traveled per stroke during the last completed interval. L. Int. Stk. Type: The stroke type used during the last completed interval. L. Len. Stk. Rate: The average number of strokes per minute (spm) during the last completed pool length. L.

  • Page 72: Vo2 Max. Standard Ratings

    Total Ascent: The total elevation distance ascended during the activity or since the last reset. Total Descent: The total elevation distance descended during the activity or since the last reset. Vertical Speed: The rate of ascent or descent over time. VO2 Max.

  • Page 73: Wheel Size And Circumference

    Wheel Size and Circumference Your speed sensor automatically detects your wheel size. If necessary, you can manually enter your wheel circumference in the speed sensor settings. The tire size is marked on both sides of the tire. This is not a comprehensive list. You can also measure the circumference of your wheel or use one of the calculators available on the internet.

  • Page 74: Symbol Definitions

    Tire Size Wheel Circumference (mm) 27 × 1-1/4 2161 27 × 1-3/8 2169 29 x 2.1 2288 29 x 2.2 2298 29 x 2.3 2326 650 x 20C 1938 650 x 23C 1944 650 × 35A 2090 650 × 38B 2105 650 ×...

  • Page 75: Index

    34 flight plans 8, 13 activity tracking 24–26 foot pod 3, 56 airport 13, 29 oxygen saturation 6, 23, 24 nearest 6 alarms 50, 54 Garmin Connect 9, 12, 14, 19, 42, 43, 55, pairing alerts 50, 51 ANT+ sensors 22 heart rate 21 storing data 13 sensors 55 altimeter 51 Garmin Express 14...
  • Page 76 touchscreen 1, 2, 57 tracking 19, 24 training 9 calendar 43, 44 pages 36 plans 42–44 treadmill 35 troubleshooting 21, 24, 32, 60–63 unit ID 59 units of measure 55 updates, software 58, 59 updating, database 13 uploading data 12 USB 59 user profile 42 max. 23, 66 wallet 3, 18 watch face 2 watch faces 13, 30, 47 waypoints 8 navigating 7 weather 5, 29, 30...
  • Page 78 August 2021 GUID-E963C6EE-40F3-48EB-9F4F-52C1A15FF07D v2...

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