Garmin Fenix 6S, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE: Do not use the PinPointer feature while in a golf cart.
Interference from the golf cart can affect the accuracy of the
compass.
1
From the hole information screen, press .
2
Select PinPointer .
The arrow points to the pin location.
Starting an Expedition
You can use the Expedition app to prolong the battery life while
recording a multi-day activity.
1
From the watch face, press .
2 Select Expedition .
3 Press to start the activity timer.
The device enters low power mode and collects GPS track
points once an hour. To maximize battery life, the device
turns off all sensors and accessories, including the
connection to your smartphone.
Changing the Track Point Recording Interval
During an expedition, GPS track points are recorded once an
hour by default. You can change how often GPS track points are
recorded. Recording track points less frequently maximizes
battery life.
NOTE: To maximize battery life, GPS track points are not
recorded after sunset. You can customize this option in the
activity settings.
1
From the watch face, press .
2
Select Expedition .
3
Hold MENU .
4 Select the activity settings.
5 Select Recording Interval .
6
Select an option.
Recording a Track Point Manually
During an expedition, track points are recorded automatically
based on the selected recording interval. You can manually
record a track point at any time.
1
During an expedition, press UP or DOWN to view the map
page.
2
Press .
3 Select Add Point .
Viewing Track Points
1
During an expedition, press UP or DOWN to view the map
page.
2 Press .
3
Select View Points .
4
Select a track point from the list.
5
Select an option:
• To start navigating to the track point, select
Go To .
• To view detailed information about the track point, select
Details .
Connected Features
Connected features are available for your fēnix device when you
connect the device to a compatible smartphone using Bluetooth
technology. Some features require you to install the Garmin
Connect app on the connected smartphone. Go to
www.garmin.com/apps for more information.
Phone notifications : Displays phone notifications and
messages on your fēnix device.
LiveTrack : Allows friends and family to follow your races and
training activities in real time. You can invite followers using
email or social media, allowing them to view your live data on
a Garmin Connect tracking page.
GroupTrack : Allows you to keep track of your connections
using LiveTrack directly on screen and in real time.
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 your device features with new
watch faces, widgets, apps, and data fields.
Software Updates : Allows you to update your device software.
Weather : Allows you to view current weather conditions and
weather forecasts.
Bluetooth sensors : Allows you to connect Bluetooth
compatible sensors, such as a heart rate monitor.
Find my phone : Locates your lost smartphone that is paired
with your fēnix device and currently within range.
Find my device : Locates your lost fēnix device that is paired
with your smarphone and currently within range.
Enabling Bluetooth Notifications
Before you can enable notifications, you must pair the fēnix
device with a compatible mobile device ( Pairing Your
Smartphone with Your Watch , page 1 ).
1
Hold MENU .
2
Select Phone > Smart Notifications > Status > On .
3 Select During Activity .
4 Select a notification preference.
5
Select a sound preference.
6
Select Not During Activity .
7
Select a notification preference.
8
Select a sound preference.
9
Select Privacy .
10
Select a privacy preference.
11 Select Timeout .
12 Select the amount of time the alert for a new notification
appears on the screen.
13
Select Signature to add a signature to your text message
replies.
Viewing Notifications
1
From the watch face, press UP or DOWN to view the
notifications widget.
2 Press .
3
Select a notification.
4
Press DOWN for more options.
5
Press BACK to return to the previous screen.
Receiving an Incoming Phone Call
When you receive a phone call on your connected smartphone,
the fēnix device displays the name or phone number of the
caller.
• To accept the call, select
Accept .
NOTE: To talk to the caller, you must use your connected
smartphone.
• To decline the call, select Decline .
• To decline the call and immediately send a text message
reply, select Reply , and select a message from the list.
NOTE: This feature is available only if your device is
connected to an Android ™ smartphone.
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