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Ground Contact Time

: The amount of time in each step that 

you spend on the ground while running, measured in 

milliseconds. Ground contact time is not calculated while 

walking.

Heading

: The direction you are moving.

Heart Rate

: Your heart rate in beats per minute (bpm). Your 

device must be connected to a compatible heart rate monitor.

HR %Max.

: The percentage of maximum heart rate.

HR Zone

: The current range of your heart rate (1 to 5). The 

default zones are based on your user profile and maximum 

heart rate (220 minus your age).

Lap %HRR

: The average percentage of heart rate reserve 

(maximum heart rate minus resting heart rate) for the current 

lap.

Lap Cadence

: Cycling. The average cadence for the current 

lap.

Lap Cadence

: Running. The average cadence for the current 

lap.

Lap Distance

: The distance traveled for the current lap.

Lap GCT Bal.

: The average ground contact time balance for the 

current lap.

Lap Ground Contact Time

: The average amount of ground 

contact time for the current lap.

Lap HR

: The average heart rate for the current lap.

Lap HR %Max.

: The average percentage of maximum heart 

rate for the current lap.

Lap Pace

: The average pace for the current lap.

Laps

: The number of laps completed for the current activity.

Lap Speed

: The average speed for the current lap.

Lap Stride Len.

: The average stride length for the current lap.

Lap Time

: The stopwatch time for the current lap.

Lap Vert. Ratio

: The average ratio of vertical oscillation to stride 

length for the current lap.

Lap Vertical Oscillation

: The average amount of vertical 

oscillation for the current lap.

Last Lap Cadence

: Cycling. The average cadence for the last 

completed lap.

Last Lap Cadence

: Running. The average cadence for the last 

completed lap.

Last Lap Distance

: The distance traveled for the last completed 

lap.

Last Lap Pace

: The average pace for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Speed

: The average speed for the last completed lap.

Last Lap Time

: The stopwatch time for the last completed lap.

Maximum Speed

: The top speed for the current activity.

Pace

: The current pace.

Performance Condition

: The performance condition score is a 

real-time assessment of your ability to perform.

Speed

: The current rate of travel.

Stride Length

: The length of your stride from one footfall to the 

next, measured in meters.

Sunrise

: The time of sunrise based on your GPS position.

Sunset

: The time of sunset 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 time of day based on your current location 

and time settings (format, time zone, daylight saving time).

Timer

: The stopwatch time for the current activity.

Training Effect

: The current impact (1.0 to 5.0) on your aerobic 

fitness.

Vertical Oscillation

: The amount of bounce while you are 

running. The vertical motion of your torso, measured in 

centimeters for each step.

Vertical Ratio

: The ratio of vertical oscillation to stride length.

Software License Agreement

BY USING THE DEVICE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE 

LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT 

CAREFULLY.
Garmin Ltd. and its subsidiaries (“Garmin”) grant you a limited 

license to use the software embedded in this device (the 

“Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of 

the product. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property 

rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin and/or its third-

party providers.
You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Garmin 

and/or its third-party providers and is protected under the United 

States of America copyright laws and international copyright 

treaties. You further acknowledge that the structure, 

organization, and code of the Software, for which source code is 

not provided, are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and/or its 

third-party providers and that the Software in source code form 

remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin and/or its third-party 

providers. You agree not to decompile, disassemble, modify, 

reverse assemble, reverse engineer, or reduce to human 

readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any 

derivative works based on the Software. You agree not to export 

or re-export the Software to any country in violation of the export 

control laws of the United States of America or the export control 

laws of any other applicable country.

Heart Rate Zone Calculations

Zone % of 

Maximum 
Heart Rate

Perceived Exertion

Benefits

1

50–60%

Relaxed, easy pace, 
rhythmic breathing

Beginning-level 
aerobic training, 
reduces stress

2

60–70%

Comfortable pace, 
slightly deeper 
breathing, conversation 
possible

Basic cardiovascular 
training, good 
recovery pace

3

70–80%

Moderate pace, more 
difficult to hold 
conversation

Improved aerobic 
capacity, optimal 
cardiovascular training

4

80–90%

Fast pace and a bit 
uncomfortable, breathing 
forceful

Improved anaerobic 
capacity and 
threshold, improved 
speed

5

90–100%

Sprinting pace, 
unsustainable for long 
period of time, labored 
breathing

Anaerobic and 
muscular endurance, 
increased power

VO2 Max. Standard Ratings

These tables include standardized classifications for VO2 max. estimates by age and gender.

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Appendix

Summary of Contents for Forerunner 630

Page 1: ...Forerunner 630 Owner s Manual November 2015 190 01954 00_0B ...

Page 2: ...min Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc Apple and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Garmin is under license The Cooper Institute as well as any related trademarks ...

Page 3: ... 7 Navigating Back to Start 7 Stopping Navigation 7 ANT Sensors 7 Pairing ANT Sensors 7 Running Dynamics 7 Training with Running Dynamics 7 Color Gauges and Running Dynamics Data 7 Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data 8 Setting Your Heart Rate Zones 8 Letting the Device Set Your Heart Rate Zones 8 Physiological Measurements 8 About VO2 Max Estimates 9 Viewing Your Predicted Race Times 9 Recovery...

Page 4: ...cking the Touchscreen and Keys 15 My daily step count does not appear 15 Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data 15 Appendix 15 Data Fields 15 Software License Agreement 16 Heart Rate Zone Calculations 16 VO2 Max Standard Ratings 16 Index 18 ii Table of Contents ...

Page 5: ...irm a choice Select to cancel a setting or choice without saving Swipe right to exit a menu Perform each touchscreen selection as a separate action Going for a Run The first fitness activity you record on your device can be a run ride or any outdoor activity You may need to charge the device Charging the Device page 13 before starting the activity 1 Select and select an activity profile 2 Go outsi...

Page 6: ...wing a Workout From the Web Before you can download a workout from Garmin Connect you must have a Garmin Connect account Garmin Connect page 6 1 Connect the device to your computer 2 Go to www garminconnect com 3 Create and save a new workout 4 Select Send to Device and follow the on screen instructions 5 Disconnect the device Starting a Workout Before you can start a workout you must download a w...

Page 7: ...our estimated finish time The estimated finish time is based on your current performance and the time remaining 3 Select to start the timer 4 If necessary swipe to view the Virtual Partner screen 5 After you complete your activity select Save A summary screen appears indicating that you finished ahead of or behind the target Cancelling a Training Target 1 During the activity swipe to view the targ...

Page 8: ...eed and heart rate data During an audio alert the Garmin Connect mobile app mutes the primary audio of the smartphone to play the announcement Volume levels can be customized on the Garmin Connect Mobile app 1 From the settings in the Garmin Connect Mobile app select Garmin Devices 2 Select your device 3 If necessary select Device Settings 4 Select Audio Alerts Widgets Your device comes preloaded ...

Page 9: ... a glance including sensor data and notifications Apps Add interactive features to your watch such as new outdoor and fitness activity types Downloading Connect IQ Features Before you can download Connect IQ features from the Garmin Connect Mobile app you must pair your Forerunner device with your smartphone 1 From the settings in the Garmin Connect Mobile app select Connect IQ Store 2 If necessar...

Page 10: ...t for comprehensive analysis You can view a map of your activity and share your activities with friends 1 Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable 2 Go to www garminconnect com start 3 Follow the on screen instructions Garmin Connect You can connect with your friends on Garmin Connect Garmin Connect gives you the tools to track analyze share and encourage each other Record the event...

Page 11: ...ors and Accessories to manage ANT sensors Running Dynamics You can use your compatible Forerunner device paired with the HRM Run accessory to provide real time feedback about your running form If your Forerunner device was packaged with the HRM Run accessory the devices are already paired The HRM Run accessory has an accelerometer in the module that measures torso movement in order to calculate si...

Page 12: ...antitative measurement to help you learn about your running form Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data If running dynamics data does not appear you can try these tips Make sure you have the HRM Run accessory Accessories with running dynamics have on the front of the module Pair the HRM Run accessory with your Forerunner 630 device again according to the instructions If the running dynamics data d...

Page 13: ...r maximum heart rate Setting Your Heart Rate Zones page 8 Your device uses the VO2 max estimate About VO2 Max Estimates page 9 and published data sources to provide a target race time based on your current state of fitness This projection also presumes you have completed the proper training for the race NOTE The projections may seem inaccurate at first The device requires a few runs to learn about...

Page 14: ...you can view your stress score you must put on a heart rate monitor and pair it with your device Pairing ANT Sensors page 7 Stress score is the result of a three minute test performed while standing still where the Forerunner device analyzes heart rate variability to determine your overall stress Training sleep nutrition and general life stress all impact how a runner performs The stress score ran...

Page 15: ...ified 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 Setting Your Heart Rate Zones page 8 1 Select Activity Settings Alerts Add New 2 Select the type of alert Depending on your accessories and the activity profile the alerts may include heart rate pace speed and cadence 3 If necessary t...

Page 16: ...turns off GPS to save battery power When GPS is off the device uses the accelerometer to calculate speed and distance Speed distance and track data accuracy are reduced in UltraTrac mode The accuracy of the data improves after a few outdoor runs using GPS Select Activity Settings GPS UltraTrac TIP For extended activities you should consider other battery saving options Maximizing Battery Life page...

Page 17: ...the appendix 1 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer 2 Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the device and connect the charging clip À securely to the device 3 Charge the device completely 4 Press Á to remove the charger Specifications Forerunner Specifications Battery type Rechargeable built in lithium ion battery Battery life Up to 8 wk in watch only mode Up to ...

Page 18: ...ed screw  should fit in the matching raised screw hole on the front cover NOTE Do not overtighten 7 Replace the sleeve After you replace the heart rate monitor battery you may need to pair it with the device again Troubleshooting Support and Updates Garmin Express www garmin com express provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices Product registration Product manuals Software updates...

Page 19: ...te Monitor page 14 Wear a cotton shirt or thoroughly wet both sides of the strap Synthetic fabrics that rub or flap against the heart rate monitor can create static electricity that interferes with heart rate signals Move away from sources that can interfere with your heart rate monitor Sources of interference may include strong electromagnetic fields some 2 4 GHz wireless sensors high voltage pow...

Page 20: ...d in each heart rate or power zone Time of Day The time of day based on your current location and time settings format time zone daylight saving time Timer The stopwatch time for the current activity Training Effect The current impact 1 0 to 5 0 on your aerobic fitness Vertical Oscillation The amount of bounce while you are running The vertical motion of your torso measured in centimeters for each...

Page 21: ... 4 Poor 0 40 41 7 40 5 38 5 35 6 32 3 29 4 Females Percentile 20 29 30 39 40 49 50 59 60 69 70 79 Superior 95 49 6 47 4 45 3 41 1 37 8 36 7 Excellent 80 43 9 42 4 39 7 36 7 33 30 9 Good 60 39 5 37 8 36 3 33 30 28 1 Fair 40 36 1 34 4 33 30 1 27 5 25 9 Poor 0 40 36 1 34 4 33 30 1 27 5 25 9 Data reprinted with permission from The Cooper Institute For more information go to www CooperInstitute org App...

Page 22: ...maps 7 updating 14 menu 1 metronome 11 N navigation 7 stopping 7 notifications 4 P pace 11 13 pairing smartphone 4 pairing ANT sensors 7 performance condition 10 personal records 3 deleting 3 product registration 14 profiles 10 11 activity 1 user 10 projected finish time 9 R racing 3 recovery 9 registering the device 14 replacing the battery 14 resetting the device 14 running dynamics 7 8 S satell...

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