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Device Information

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Sync your device with the Garmin Connect app 

(

Using the Garmin Connect App, page 

20

).

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.

Updating the Software Using Garmin Express

Before you can update your device software, you must 

download and install the Garmin Express application 

and add your device (

Using Garmin Connect on Your 

Computer, page 

20

).

Connect the device to your computer using the 

USB cable.
When new software is available, the Garmin 

Express application sends it to your device.

After the Garmin Express application finishes 

sending the update, disconnect the device from 

your computer.
Your device installs the update.

Viewing Device Information

You can view the unit ID, software version, E-Label, 

regulatory information, and license agreement.

Hold  .

Select   > 

System 

About

.

Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance 

Information

The label for this device is provided electronically. The 

e-label may provide regulatory information, such as 

identification numbers provided by the FCC or regional 

compliance markings, as well as applicable product 

and licensing information.

Hold   for 10 seconds.

Specifications

NOTICE

Typical value tested under Garmin’s laboratory 

conditions. The actual battery life depends on the 

features enabled on your device and environmental 

factors, such as activity tracking, wrist-based heart 

rate, smartphone notifications frequency, GPS status, 

internal sensors, and connected sensors.

Battery type

Rechargeable, built-in lithium-

polymer battery

Battery life

Smartwatch mode: Up to 5 days
Smartwatch mode with music:  

Up to 8 hours
GPS mode: Up to 16 hours
GPS mode with music: Up to 5 

hours

Music Storage

Up to 500 songs

Water rating

Swim, 5 ATM*

Operating 

temperature range

From -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 

140ºF)

Charging 

temperature range

From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 

113ºF)

*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m. For 

more information, go to 

Garmin.com.sg/legal/waterrating

.

Device Care

NOTICE

Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it 

can degrade the life of the product.
Avoid pressing the keys under water.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the 

touchscreen, or damage may result.
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect 

repellents that can damage plastic components and 

finishes.
Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after 

exposure to chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, cosmetics, 

alcohol, or other harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure 

to these substances can damage the case.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure 

to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can 

cause permanent damage.

Cleaning the Device

NOTICE

Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause 

corrosion of the electrical contacts when connected 

to a charger. 

Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer.

Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a 

mild detergent solution.

Wipe it dry.

After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.

TIP: 

For more information, go to 

Garmin.com.sg/legal/

fit-and-care

.

Changing the Bands

The device is compatible with standard quick-release 

bands. The small watch has 18 mm wide bands, and 

the large watch has 22 mm wide bands.

Slide the quick-release pin on the spring bar to 

remove the band.

Summary of Contents for 010-02172-19

Page 1: ...V VOACTIVE 4 4S Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...s of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc Apple iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc r...

Page 3: ...e 7 Wearing the Device 7 Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data 7 Viewing the Heart Rate Widget 7 Setting an Abnormal Heart Rate Alert 7 Broadcasting Heart Rate to Garmin Devices 7 Turning Off the Wrist bas...

Page 4: ...Manually 19 History 19 Using History 19 Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone 20 Garmin Connect 20 Using the Garmin Connect App 20 Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer 20 Customizing Your Device...

Page 5: ...ot display the correct time 28 Maximizing Battery Life 28 Restarting the Device 29 Restoring All Default Settings 29 Acquiring Satellite Signals 29 Improving GPS Satellite Reception 29 Activity Tracki...

Page 6: ...hrough the widgets on the device y y From a widget tap to view additional widget screens if available y y During an activity swipe up or down to view the next data screen y y During an activity swipe...

Page 7: ...n Connect tracking page Activity uploads to Garmin Connect Automatically sends your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you finish recording the activity Connect IQ Allows you to extend...

Page 8: ...ings page 25 For example you can use this mode while sleeping or watching a movie y y To manually turn on or off do not disturb mode hold and select y y To automatically turn on do not disturb mode du...

Page 9: ...internet every 7 days via Wi Fi or Garmin Connect Mobile so that you can continue to make use of third party offline music services Before you can download music or other audio files to your compatibl...

Page 10: ...play and pause the current audio file Select to skip to the next audio file in the playlist Hold to fast forward through the current audio file Select to restart the current audio file Select twice to...

Page 11: ...ct app does not contact emergency services on your behalf The v voactive device has safety and tracking features that must be set up with the Garmin Connect app NOTICE To use these features you must b...

Page 12: ...ation about wrist based heart rate y y See Tips for Erratic Pulse Oximeter Data page 9 for more information about the pulse oximeter sensor y y For more information about accuracy go to Garmin com sg...

Page 13: ...ion from the initial setup to determine your default heart rate zones The device has separate heart rate zones for running and cycling For the most accurate calorie data during your activity you shoul...

Page 14: ...r Readings You can manually begin a pulse oximeter reading by viewing the pulse oximeter widget The accuracy of the pulse oximeter reading can vary based on your blood flow the device placement on you...

Page 15: ...ving your weekly intensity minutes goal by participating in at least 10 consecutive minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity activities The device adds the amount of moderate activity minutes with th...

Page 16: ...daily symptoms Music controls Provides music player controls for your smartphone or on device music My day Displays a dynamic summary of your activity today The metrics include timed activities intens...

Page 17: ...your overall Body Battery level Like a gas gauge on a car it indicates your amount of available reserve energy The Body Battery level range is from 0 to 100 where 0 to 25 is low reserve energy 26 to...

Page 18: ...tion y y Select an activity from your favorites y y Select and select an activity from the extended activity list 4 If the activity requires GPS signals go outside to an area with a clear view of the...

Page 19: ...km 1 mi on a treadmill If you use different treadmills you can manually calibrate the treadmill distance on each treadmill or after each run 1 Start a treadmill activity Starting an Activity page 13 a...

Page 20: ...trip down the pool Interval One or more consecutive lengths A new interval starts after a rest Stroke A stroke is counted every time your arm wearing the device completes a full cycle Swolf Your swol...

Page 21: ...ted at the top of the screen The green is represented as a half circle 4 at the top of the screen The line below the green represents the center of the fairway Hazards 5 are shown below the green in a...

Page 22: ...compete with each other at different courses using the Garmin Golf app More than 41 000 courses have leaderboards that anyone can join You can set up a tournament event and invite players to compete...

Page 23: ...our widget loop 1 From the watch face swipe to view the Garmin Coach widget If a workout for this activity is scheduled for today the device shows the workout name and prompts you to start it 2 Select...

Page 24: ...3 Move forward The compass arrow points toward your starting point TIP For more accurate navigation orient your device toward the direction in which you are navigating Stopping Navigation y y To stop...

Page 25: ...on about your fitness and outdoor activities including time distance heart rate calories burned cadence an overhead map view and pace and speed charts You can view more detailed information about your...

Page 26: ...up or down to scroll through the time markers 10 Select The device sets the new watch face as your active watch face Customizing the Controls Menu You can add remove and change the order of the short...

Page 27: ...the activity settings 5 Select Data Screens 6 Select a data screen to customize 7 Select one or more options NOTE Not all options are available for all activities To adjust the style and number of dat...

Page 28: ...ps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select the activity settings 5 Select Auto Pause 6 Select an option NOTE Not all options are available for all activitie...

Page 29: ...t Settings page 29 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 Displa...

Page 30: ...m sg buy 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...

Page 31: ...with 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 v voactive software b...

Page 32: ...ttery type Rechargeable built in lithium polymer battery Battery life Smartwatch mode Up to 5 days Smartwatch mode with music Up to 8 hours GPS mode Up to 16 hours GPS mode with music Up to 5 hours Mu...

Page 33: ...onnecting headphones to your device y y Pair your headphones with your device Connecting Bluetooth Headphones page 5 My music cuts out or my headphones do not stay connected When using a v voactive de...

Page 34: ...ay take 30 60 seconds to locate satellite signals Improving GPS Satellite Reception y y Frequently sync the device to your Garmin Connect account Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable...

Page 35: ...or the current track or activity Elapsed Time The total time recorded For example if you start the timer and run for 10 minutes then stop the timer for 5 minutes then start the timer and run for 20 mi...

Page 36: ...uring a strength training activity the amount of time spent in the current workout set Speed The current rate of travel Steps The number of steps during the current activity Stress Your current stress...

Page 37: ...5 2023 26 1 95 2050 26 2 00 2055 26 1 3 8 2068 26 2 10 2068 26 2 125 2070 26 2 35 2083 26 1 1 2 2100 26 3 00 2170 27 1 2145 27 1 1 8 2155 27 1 1 4 2161 27 1 3 8 2169 29 x 2 1 2288 29 x 2 2 2298 29 x 2...

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