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Going for a Run Using a Foot Pod

Before you go for a run, you must pair the foot pod with your 

device (

page 6

).

You can run indoors using a foot pod to record pace, distance, 

and cadence. You can also run outdoors using a foot pod to 

record cadence data with your GPS pace and distance.

1

Install your foot pod according to the accessory instructions.

2

If necessary, turn off GPS (

page 8

).

3

Select   to start the timer.

4

Go for a run.

5

After you complete your run, select   to stop the timer.

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 oldest data is 

overwritten.

Viewing History

1

Select 

 > 

History

 > 

Activities

.

2

Scroll up and down to view your saved activities.

3

Select an activity.

4

Select an option:
• Select 

Details

 to view additional information about the 

activity.

• Select 

Laps

 to select a lap and view additional 

information about each lap.

• Select 

Delete

 to delete the selected activity.

Viewing Data Totals

You can view the accumulated distance and time data saved to 

your device.

1

Select 

 > 

History

 > 

Totals

.

2

Select an option to view weekly or monthly totals.

Deleting History

1

Select 

 > 

History

 > 

Options

.

2

Select an option:
• Select 

Delete All Activities

 to delete all activities from 

the history.

• Select 

Reset Totals

 to reset all distance and time totals.

NOTE: 

This does not delete any saved activities.

3

Confirm your selection.

Data Management

NOTE: 

The device is not compatible with Windows® 95, 98, 

Me, Windows NT®, and Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier.

Deleting Files

NOTICE

If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your 

device memory contains important system files that should not 

be deleted.

1

Open the 

Garmin

 drive or volume.

2

If necessary, open a folder or volume.

3

Select a file.

4

Press the 

Delete

 key on your keyboard.

Disconnecting the USB Cable

If your device is connected to your computer as a removable 

drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from 

your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to 

your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not 

necessary to safely disconnect.

1

Complete an action:
• For Windows computers, select the 

Safely Remove 

Hardware

 icon in the system tray, and select your device.

• For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.

2

Disconnect the cable from your computer.

Customizing Your Device

Setting Up Your User Profile

You can update your gender, birth year, height, weight, and 

heart rate zone (

page 6

) settings. The device uses this 

information to calculate accurate training data.

1

Select 

 > 

Settings

 > 

User Profile

.

2

Select an option.

Activity Settings

These settings allow you to customize your device based on 

your training needs. For example, you can customize data 

screens and enable alerts and training features.

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

Select 

 > 

Settings

 > 

Activity Settings

 > 

Data Screens

.

2

Select a screen.

3

Select   > 

Status

 > 

On

 to enable the data screen.

4

Select a data field to change it.

Alerts

You can use alerts to train toward specific heart rate, pace, 

time, distance, cadence, and calories goals and to set run/walk 

time intervals.

Setting Range Alerts

A range alert notifies you when the device is above or below a 

specified range of values. For example, if you have an optional 

heart rate monitor, you can set the device to alert you when 

your heart rate is below zone 2 and over zone 5 (

page 6

).

1

Select 

 > 

Settings

 > 

Activity Settings

 > 

Alerts

.

2

Select the type of alert.
Depending on your accessories, the alerts may include heart 

rate, pace, and cadence.

3

Turn on the alert.
For example, you must turn on the heart rate high alert 

before you can select a zone or enter a custom heart rate 

value.

4

Select a zone or enter a value for each alert.

Each time you exceed or drop below the specified range, a 

message appears. The device also beeps or vibrates if audible 

tones are turned on (

page 8

).

Setting a Recurring Alert

A recurring alert notifies you each time the device records a 

specified value or interval. For example, you can set the device 

to alert you every 30 minutes.

1

Select 

 > 

Settings

 > 

Activity Settings

 > 

Alerts

.

2

Select 

Time

Distance

, or 

Calories

.

3

Turn on the alert.

History

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Summary of Contents for Forerunner 620

Page 1: ...Forerunner 620 Owner s Manual October 2013 190 01631 00_0A Printed in Taiwan...

Page 2: ...re trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any u...

Page 3: ...ting History 7 Data Management 7 Deleting Files 7 Disconnecting the USB Cable 7 Customizing Your Device 7 Setting Up Your User Profile 7 Activity Settings 7 Customizing the Data Screens 7 Alerts 7 Usi...

Page 4: ......

Page 5: ...a screen Select the touchscreen to confirm messages and alerts Select the top and bottom of the touchscreen to scroll through menus options and settings You can also swipe to scroll though the items Y...

Page 6: ...al setup or by selecting My Device Turning Off Bluetooth Wireless Technology From the Forerunner home screen select Settings Wireless Bluetooth Status Off Refer to the owner s manual for your mobile d...

Page 7: ...to your computer 2 Go to www garminconnect com 3 Select Plan Training Plans 4 Select and schedule a training plan 5 Select Plan Calendar 6 Select and follow the on screen instructions Interval Workout...

Page 8: ...e a heart rate monitor you can skip this task You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin just below your breastplate It should be snug enough to stay in place during your activity 1...

Page 9: ...a If running dynamics data does not appear you can try these tips Make sure you have the HRM Run accessory The HRM Run accessory has on the front of the module Pair the HRM Run accessory with your For...

Page 10: ...nus resting heart rate 3 Select Max HR and enter your maximum heart rate 4 Select a zone and enter a value for each heart rate zone 5 Select Resting HR and enter your resting heart rate About Heart Ra...

Page 11: ...portable device it is not necessary to safely disconnect 1 Complete an action For Windows computers select the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray and select your device For Mac computers d...

Page 12: ...e when you are waiting for a race to start Select Settings Activity Settings Timeout Normal Sets the device to enter low power watch mode after 5 minutes of inactivity Extended Sets the device to ente...

Page 13: ...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 pro...

Page 14: ...he touchscreen to unlock the device Turning Off the Device For long term storage and to maximize battery life you can turn off the device Hold and select Yes to turn off the device Appendix Heart Rate...

Page 15: ...more than 40 minutes 2 0 2 9 Maintains your aerobic fitness 3 0 3 9 Improves your aerobic fitness if repeated as part of your weekly training program 4 0 4 9 Highly improves your aerobic fitness if r...

Page 16: ...the export control laws of the United States of America or the export control laws of any other applicable country 12 Appendix...

Page 17: ...ps 1 locking screen 10 M menu 1 P pace 7 9 pairing smartphone 2 pairing ANT sensors 6 personal records 3 deleting 3 4 power key 10 product registration 9 profiles user 7 projected finish time 4 R reco...

Page 18: ...00800 4412 454 44 2380 662 915 35 1214 447 460 386 4 27 92 500 0861 GARMIN 427 646 27 0 11 251 9999 34 93 275 44 97 49 0 180 6 427646 20 ct Anruf a d deutschen Festnetz Mobilfunk max 60 ct Anruf 46 7...

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