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Device Information

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Device Care

NOTICE

Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
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.
Avoid pressing the keys under water.
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can 

degrade the life of the product.
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.

1

Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild 

detergent solution.

2

Wipe it dry.

After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.

Specifications

Battery type

Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery

Water rating

5 ATM*

Operating temperature range From -20º to 55ºC (from -4º to 131ºF)
Charging temperature range From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF)
Radio frequency/protocol

2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless technology
Bluetooth Smart device

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

For more information, go to 

www.garmin.com/waterrating

.

Battery Information

The actual battery life depends on the features enabled on your 

device, such as activity tracking, smartphone notifications, GPS, 

internal sensors, and connected ANT+ sensors.

Battery Life Mode

Up to 20 hr. GPS mode with WAAS, EGNOS, or GLONASS enabled.
Up to 24 hr. Normal GPS mode.
Up to 50 hr. UltraTrac GPS mode with a two-minute interval.
Up to 3 wk. Smart watch mode with activity tracking, smart 

notifications, and Connect IQ features enabled.

Up to 24 wk. Low power watch mode with all sensors, connected 

features, and activity tracking disabled.

Maximizing the Battery Life

You can do several things to extend the life of the battery.
• Reduce the backlight timeout (

Backlight Settings

).

• Use UltraTrac GPS mode for your activity (

UltraTrac

).

• Turn off Bluetooth wireless technology when you are not 

using connected features (

Connected Features

).

• When pausing your activity for a longer period of time, use 

the resume later option (

Stopping an Activity

).

• Turn off activity tracking (

Activity Tracking

).

• Limit the smartphone notifications the device displays 

(

Managing Notifications

).

Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor

NOTICE

You must unsnap and remove the module before washing the 

strap.
A build up of sweat and salt on the strap can decrease the ability 

of the heart rate monitor to report accurate data.

• Go to 

www.garmin.com/HRMcare

 for detailed washing 

instructions.

• Rinse the strap after every use.
• Machine wash the strap after every seven uses.
• Do not put the strap in a dryer.
• When drying the strap, hang it up or lay it flat.
• To prolong the life of your heart rate monitor, unsnap the 

module when not in use.

HRM-Run Specifications

Battery type

User-replaceable CR2032, 3 volts

Battery life

1 year (1 hour per day)

Water rating

3 ATM*

NOTE: 

This product does not transmit heart 

rate data while swimming.

Operating temperature 
range

From -20° to 60°C (from -4° to 140°F)

Radio frequency/
protocol

2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications 
protocol

*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 30 m. 

For more information, go to 

www.garmin.com/waterrating

.

User Replaceable Batteries

 WARNING

Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.
Keep the battery away from children.
Never put batteries in mouth. If swallowed, contact your 

physician or local poison control center.
Replaceable coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate 

material. Special handling may apply. See 

www.dtsc.ca.gov

/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

.

 CAUTION

Contact your local waste disposal department to properly 

recycle the batteries.

Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery

1

Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws on 

the back of the module.

2

Remove the cover and battery.

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Device Information

Summary of Contents for epix

Page 1: ...epix Owner s Manual May 2015 Printed in Taiwan 190 01753 00_0A...

Page 2: ...ot be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Garmin is und...

Page 3: ...Viewing Your Personal Records 7 Restoring a Personal Record 7 Clearing a Personal Record 7 Clearing All Personal Records 7 Running Dynamics 7 Training with Running Dynamics 8 Color Gauges and Running...

Page 4: ...rt Rate Monitor 17 Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data 17 Using an Optional Bike Cadence Sensor 17 Foot Pod 17 Foot Pod Calibration 17 Calibrating Your Foot Pod Manually 17 tempe 17 Device Information 18...

Page 5: ...nstructions in the appendix The device is powered by a built in lithium ion battery that you can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer 1 Plug the USB end of the cable into...

Page 6: ...en you stop the activity the device returns to watch mode 1 From the watch face select START 2 Select an activity 3 If necessary follow the on screen instructions to enter additional information 4 If...

Page 7: ...at a steady rhythm to help you improve your performance by training at a faster slower or more consistent cadence 1 Hold 2 Select Settings Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available...

Page 8: ...DOWN to return to the swim training screens 8 After you complete your activity select STOP Save Going for an Open Water Swim Before you go for a swim you should charge the device Charging the Device...

Page 9: ...our zones on the device or using your Garmin Connect account 1 Hold 2 Select My Stats User Profile Heart Rate Zones 3 Select Default to view the default values optional The default values can be appli...

Page 10: ...screen instructions 5 Disconnect the device Starting a Workout Before you can start a workout you must download a workout from your Garmin Connect account 1 Hold 2 Select Training My Workouts 3 Selec...

Page 11: ...e a previously recorded or downloaded activity This feature works with the Virtual Partner feature so you can see how far ahead or behind you are during the activity NOTE This feature is not available...

Page 12: ...ta values in the green blue or purple zones are typical for more experienced or faster runners Less experienced runners tend to exhibit longer ground contact times higher vertical oscillation and lowe...

Page 13: ...running only you must put on a heart rate monitor and pair it with your device For the most accurate estimate complete the user profile setup Setting Up Your User Profile and set your maximum heart r...

Page 14: ...ise and sunset alerts to sound a specific number of minutes or hours before the actual sunrise or sunset occurs 1 Hold 2 Select Clock Alerts 3 Select an option Select Til Sunset Status On Select Til S...

Page 15: ...ation and track to follow appear on the map History History includes time distance calories average pace or speed lap data and optional ANT sensor information NOTE When the device memory is full your...

Page 16: ...ding time distance elevation heart rate calories burned cadence VO2 max running dynamics an overhead map view pace and speed charts and customizable reports NOTE Some data requires an optional accesso...

Page 17: ...rences for the map data screen for the activity If the Use Sys Settings option is enabled the map data screen uses the preferences from the system map settings Map Settings Routing Sets the preference...

Page 18: ...xample every 1 mile or 5 kilometers 1 Hold 2 Select Settings Apps 3 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 4 Select Auto Lap 5 Select an option Select Auto Lap to tur...

Page 19: ...Connect IQ watch face select the name of the installed watch face 4 If using a pre loaded watch face select an option To change the background color select Background Color To add or change an accent...

Page 20: ...sounds such as key tones alerts and vibrations Units Sets the units of measure used on the device Changing the Units of Measure GLONASS You can enable the GLONASS option for increased performance in c...

Page 21: ...Warm up for 5 10 minutes Follow the care instructions Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor Wear a cotton shirt or thoroughly wet both sides of the strap Synthetic fabrics that rub or flap against the he...

Page 22: ...mode with all sensors connected features and activity tracking disabled Maximizing the Battery Life You can do several things to extend the life of the battery Reduce the backlight timeout Backlight...

Page 23: ...stem Restore Defaults Yes Getting More Information You can find more information about this product on the Garmin website Go to www garmin com outdoor Go to www garmin com learningcenter Go to http bu...

Page 24: ...on your user profile and maximum heart rate 220 minus your age Int Stroke Distance The average distance traveled per stroke during the current interval Int Stroke Rate The average number of strokes pe...

Page 25: ...t based on your GPS position Temperature The temperature of the air Your body temperature affects the temperature sensor Time in Zone The time elapsed in each heart rate or power zone Time of Day The...

Page 26: ...recycling symbol The WEEE symbol is attached to the product in compliance with the EU directive 2002 96 EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE It is intended to deter the improper dispos...

Page 27: ...erest POI maps browsing 11 navigating 11 updating 1 menu 1 metronome 3 multisport 4 11 N navigation Sight N Go 10 north reference 15 notifications 12 13 O odometer 12 open water swimming 4 P pairing A...

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