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NOTE: 

Broadcasting heart rate data decreases battery life.

1

From the heart rate widget, hold 

MENU

.

2

Select 

Options

 > 

Broadcast During Activity

.

3

Begin an activity (

Starting an Activity

, page 2

).

The fēnix device starts broadcasting your heart rate data in 

the background.

NOTE: 

There is no indication that the device is broadcasting 

your heart rate data during an activity.

4

If necessary, pair your fēnix device with your Garmin ANT+ 

compatible device.

NOTE: 

The pairing instructions differ for each Garmin 

compatible device. See your owner's manual.

TIP: 

To stop broadcasting your heart rate data, stop the 

activity (

Stopping an Activity

, page 2

).

Setting an Abnormal Heart Rate Alert

You can set the device to alert you when your heart rate 

exceeds a certain number of beats per minute (bpm) after a 

period of inactivity.

1

From the heart rate widget, hold 

MENU

.

2

Select 

Options

 > 

Abnormal HR Alert

 > 

Status

 > 

On

.

3

Select 

Alert Threshold

.

4

Select a heart rate threshold value.

Each time you exceed the threshold value, a message appears 

and the device vibrates.

Turning Off the Wrist-based Heart Rate Monitor

The default value for the Wrist Heart Rate setting is Auto. The 

device automatically uses the wrist-based heart rate monitor 

unless you pair an ANT+ heart rate monitor to the device.

NOTE: 

Disabling the wrist-based heart rate monitor also 

disables the wrist-based pulse oximeter sensor. You can 

perform a manual reading from the pulse oximeter widget.

1

From the heart rate widget, hold 

MENU

.

2

Select 

Options

 > 

Status

 > 

Off

.

Running Dynamics

You can use your compatible fēnix device paired with the 

HRM-Tri accessory or other running dynamics accessory to 

provide real-time feedback about your running form.

The running dynamics accessory has an accelerometer that 

measures torso movement in order to calculate six running 

metrics.

Cadence

: Cadence is the number of steps per minute. It 

displays the total steps (right and left combined).

Vertical oscillation

: Vertical oscillation is your bounce while 

running. It displays the vertical motion of your torso, 

measured in centimeters.

Ground contact time

: Ground contact time is the amount of 

time in each step that you spend on the ground while 

running. It is measured in milliseconds.

NOTE: 

Ground contact time and balance are not available 

while walking.

Ground contact time balance

: Ground contact time balance 

displays the left/right balance of your ground contact time 

while running. It displays a percentage. For example, 53.2 

with an arrow pointing left or right.

Stride length

: Stride length is the length of your stride from one 

footfall to the next. It is measured in meters.

Vertical ratio

: Vertical ratio is the ratio of vertical oscillation to 

stride length. It displays a percentage. A lower number 

typically indicates better running form.

Training with Running Dynamics

Before you can view running dynamics, you must put on a 

running dynamics accessory, such as the HRM-Tri accessory, 

and pair it with your device (

Pairing Your Wireless Sensors

page 34

).

1

Hold 

MENU

.

2

Select 

Activities & Apps

.

3

Select an activity.

4

Select the activity settings.

5

Select 

Data Screens

 > 

Add New

.

6

Select a running dynamics data screen.

NOTE: 

The running dynamics screens are not available for 

all activities.

7

Go for a run (

Starting an Activity

, page 2

).

8

Select 

UP

 or 

DOWN

 to open a running dynamics screen to 

view your metrics.

Color Gauges and Running Dynamics Data

The running dynamics screens display a color gauge for the primary metric. You can display cadence, vertical oscillation, ground 

contact time, ground contact time balance, or vertical ratio as the primary metric. The color gauge shows you how your running 

dynamics data compare to those of other runners. The color zones are based on percentiles.
Garmin has researched many runners of all different levels. The data values in the red or orange zones are typical for less 

experienced or slower runners. The data values in the green, blue, or purple zones are typical for more experienced or faster 

runners. More experienced runners tend to exhibit shorter ground contact times, lower vertical oscillation, lower vertical ratio, and 

higher cadence than less experienced runners. However, taller runners typically have slightly slower cadences, longer strides, and 

slightly higher vertical oscillation. Vertical ratio is your vertical oscillation divided by stride length. It is not correlated with height.
Go to 

www.garmin.com/runningdynamics

 for more information on running dynamics. For additional theories and interpretations of 

running dynamics data, you can search reputable running publications and websites.

Color Zone Percentile in Zone Cadence Range Ground Contact Time Range

 Purple

>95

>183 spm

<218 ms

 Blue

70–95

174–183 spm

218–248 ms

 Green

30–69

164–173 spm

249–277 ms

 Orange 5–29

153–163 spm

278–308 ms

 Red

<5

<153 spm

>308 ms

Ground Contact Time Balance Data

Ground contact time balance measures your running symmetry and appears as a percentage of your total ground contact time. For 

example, 51.3% with an arrow pointing left indicates the runner is spending more time on the ground when on the left foot. If your 

data screen displays both numbers, for example 48–52, 48% is the left foot and 52% is the right foot.

12

Heart Rate Features

Summary of Contents for Fenix 6S

Page 1: ...F NIX 6 6S Owner sManual...

Page 2: ...Vision and Vector are trademarks 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 iTunes an...

Page 3: ...r Computer 9 Manually Syncing Data with Garmin Connect 9 Garmin Golf App 9 Garmin Explore 9 Safety and Tracking Features 9 Adding Emergency Contacts 9 Adding Contacts 9 Turning Incident Detection On a...

Page 4: ...an Alarm 23 Deleting an Alarm 23 Starting the Countdown Timer 23 Saving a Quick Timer 23 Deleting a Timer 23 Using the Stopwatch 24 Adding Alternate Time Zones 24 Navigation 24 Saving Your Location 24...

Page 5: ...Club Sensors 35 Device Information 35 Specifications 35 Battery Information 35 Data Management 35 Deleting Files 35 Device Maintenance 35 Device Care 35 Cleaning the Device 35 Cleaning the Leather Ban...

Page 6: ......

Page 7: ...t a glance information More widgets are available when you pair your watch with a smartphone From the watch face press to start an activity or open an app Activities and Apps page 2 Hold MENU to custo...

Page 8: ...f required 1 From the watch face 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 Done 3 Select an option Se...

Page 9: ...l calibration To manually calibrate the treadmill distance after the first time calibration select Calibrate Save Yes 4 Check the treadmill display for the distance traveled and enter the distance on...

Page 10: ...add the activity to your list of favorites Swimming NOTICE The device is intended for surface swimming Scuba diving with the device may damage the product and will void the warranty Swim Terminology...

Page 11: ...hange the device calculates the distance to the front middle and back of the green but not the actual pin location Current hole number Distance to the back of the green Distance to the middle of the g...

Page 12: ...leford Scoring When you select the Stableford scoring method Setting the Scoring Method page 6 points are awarded based on the number of strokes taken relative to par At the end of a round the highest...

Page 13: ...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 tra...

Page 14: ...hing Garmin Connect Your Garmin Connect account allows you to track your performance and connect with your friends It gives you the tools to track analyze share and encourage each other You can record...

Page 15: ...an incident during an outdoor walk run or bike activity the device sends an automated message LiveTrack link and GPS location to your emergency contacts LiveTrack Allows friends and family to follow y...

Page 16: ...Before you can download features from the Connect IQ app you must pair your f nix device with your smartphone Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Watch page 1 1 From the app store on your smartphone in...

Page 17: ...rcising For pulse oximeter readings you should remain motionless NOTE The optical sensor is located on the back of the device See Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data page 11 for more information about wr...

Page 18: ...th Stride length is the length of your stride from one footfall to the next It is measured in meters Vertical ratio Vertical ratio is the ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length It displays a p...

Page 19: ...VO2 max is the maximum volume of oxygen in milliliters you can consume per minute per kilogram of body weight at your maximum performance Predicted race times Your device uses the VO2 max estimate and...

Page 20: ...e 19 Your device uses the VO2 max estimate About VO2 Max Estimates page 14 and your training history to provide a target race time The device analyzes several weeks of your training data to refine the...

Page 21: ...the threshold occurs at approximately 90 of their maximum heart rate and between 10k and half marathon race pace For average runners the lactate threshold often occurs well below 90 of maximum heart...

Page 22: ...oving your fitness level Peaking Peaking means that you are in ideal race condition Your recently reduced training load is allowing your body to recover and fully compensate for earlier training You s...

Page 23: ...overy time appears immediately following an activity The time counts down until it is optimal for you to attempt another hard workout Viewing Your Recovery Time For the most accurate estimate complete...

Page 24: ...readings for the last seven days Turning On All Day Pulse Oximeter Readings 1 From the pulse oximeter widget hold MENU 2 Select Options Pulse Ox Mode All Day The device automatically analyzes your oxy...

Page 25: ...e and set your heart rate zones as a percentage of your maximum heart rate Verify that your user profile settings are accurate Setting Up Your User Profile page 18 Run often with the wrist or chest he...

Page 26: ...moderate intensity minutes by analyzing your steps per minute Start a timed activity for the most accurate calculation of intensity minutes Exercise for at least 10 consecutive minutes at a moderate o...

Page 27: ...te an open ended interval by selecting the Open option 6 If necessary select Duration enter a distance or time interval value for the workout and select 7 Press BACK 8 Select Rest Type 9 Select Distan...

Page 28: ...ou approach a segment a message appears and you can race the segment 4 Start racing the segment A message appears when the segment is complete Setting a Segment to Adjust Automatically You can set you...

Page 29: ...re deleted for that sport only NOTE This does not delete any saved activities Clocks Setting an Alarm You can set multiple alarms You can set each alarm to sound once or to repeat regularly 1 From the...

Page 30: ...ress 2 Select Navigate Saved Locations 3 Select a saved location 4 Select an option to edit the location Projecting a Waypoint You can create a new location by projecting the distance and bearing from...

Page 31: ...tination your route is marked with a line on the map Map navigation Panning and Zooming the Map page 25 Map settings Map Settings page 32 Panning and Zooming the Map 1 While navigating press UP or DOW...

Page 32: ...ing data when you stop moving or when you drop below a specified speed Enabling Auto Pause page 28 Auto Run Enables the device to detect ski runs automatically using the built in accelerometer Auto Sc...

Page 33: ...o alert you when your heart rate is below 60 beats per minute bpm and over 210 bpm Recurring alert A recurring alert notifies you each time the device records a specified value or interval For example...

Page 34: ...ance to calculate your speed or distance using both your elevation change and your horizontal movement over ground You can use it during activities such as skiing climbing navigating hiking running or...

Page 35: ...lays a brief summary of your last recorded activity such as your last run last ride or last swim Last sport Displays a brief summary of your last recorded sport Music controls Provides music player co...

Page 36: ...activity To control the camera using the menu options select Settings Recording Mode Manual To manually record video select Start Recording The video counter appears on the f nix screen To take a pho...

Page 37: ...declination for your location automatically select Magnetic To set grid north 000 as the heading reference select Grid To set the magnetic variation value manually select User enter the magnetic vari...

Page 38: ...he estimated time remaining until you reach your final destination select Final ETE To set an alert when you stray from the course select Off Course To enable turn by turn navigation prompts select Tu...

Page 39: ...hour or military format Set Time Sets the time zone for the device The Auto option sets the time zone automatically based on your GPS position Time Allows you to adjust the time if it is set to the M...

Page 40: ...alerts to be notified when you reach a specified power zone Setting an Alert page 27 Customize the power data fields Customizing the Data Screens page 27 Using Electronic Shifters Before you can use c...

Page 41: ...to 28 days Expedition GPS mode Up to 34 days Up to 48 days Battery saver watch mode Data Management NOTE The device is not compatible with Windows 95 98 Me Windows NT and Mac OS 10 3 and earlier Delet...

Page 42: ...you start an activity and the sensor is active and within range 1 Hold MENU 2 Select Sensors Accessories Add New 3 Select an option Select Search All Sensors Select your sensor type You can customize...

Page 43: ...ds as steps The step counts on my device and my Garmin Connect account don t match The step count on your Garmin Connect account updates when you sync your device 1 Select an option Sync your step cou...

Page 44: ...the current activity Avg Right Peak Power Phase The average power phase peak angle for the right leg for the current activity Avg SOG The average speed of travel for the current activity regardless o...

Page 45: ...erage pace for the current interval Interval Stroke Rate The average number of strokes per minute spm during the current interval Interval Strokes Per Length The average number of strokes per pool len...

Page 46: ...ange over which the rider produces the peak portion of the driving force Left Power Phase The current power phase angle for the left leg Power phase is the pedal stroke region where positive power is...

Page 47: ...d on your current location and time settings format time zone daylight saving time Timer The current time of the countdown timer Time Seated The time spent seated while pedaling for the current activi...

Page 48: ...e of your wheel or use one of the calculators available on the internet Tire Size Wheel Circumference mm 20 1 75 1515 20 1 3 8 1615 22 1 3 8 1770 22 1 1 2 1785 24 1 1753 24 3 4 Tubular 1785 24 1 1 8 1...

Page 49: ...itor 11 14 17 pairing sensors 11 zones 13 18 19 26 history 25 26 deleting 26 sending to computer 8 9 I incident detection 9 indoor training 3 inReach remote 29 intensity minutes 20 intervals 4 workout...

Page 50: ...training status 13 16 treadmill 3 triathlon training 4 troubleshooting 11 13 17 18 36 37 U UltraTrac 28 unit ID 34 units of measure 33 updates software 8 uploading data 9 USB 8 user data deleting 35...

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