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Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or 

damage may result.
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.
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.

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.

Data Fields

Some data fields require ANT+ accessories to display data.

%HRR

: The percentage of heart rate reserve (maximum heart 

rate minus resting heart rate).

24-Hour Max.

: The maximum temperature recorded in the last 

24 hours.

24-Hour Min.

: The minimum temperature recorded in the last 

24 hours.

30s Avg. Vertical Speed

: The 30-second moving average of 

vertical speed.

Average %HRR

: The average percentage of heart rate reserve 

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

activity.

Average Cadence

: Cycling. The average cadence for the 

current activity.

Average Cadence

: Running. The average cadence for the 

current activity.

Average HR

: The average heart rate for the current activity.

Average HR %Max.

: The average percentage of maximum 

heart rate for the current activity.

Average Lap Time

: The average lap time for the current 

activity.

Average Pace

: The average pace for the current activity.

Average Speed

: The average speed for the current activity.

Average Stroke Rate

: The average number of strokes per 

minute (spm) during the current activity.

Average Strokes/Length

: The average number of strokes per 

length during the current activity.

Average SWOLF

: The average swolf score for the current 

activity. Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one length 

plus the number of strokes for that length (

Swim 

Terminology

).

Cadence

: Cycling. The number of revolutions of the crank arm. 

Your device must be connected to a cadence accessory for 

this data to appear.

Cadence

: Running. The steps per minute (right and left).

Calories

: The amount of total calories burned.

Distance

: The distance traveled for the current track or activity.

Elapsed Time

: The total time recorded. For example, if you start 

the timer and run for 10 minutes, then stop the timer for 5 

minutes, then start the timer and run for 20 minutes, your 

elapsed time is 35 minutes.

Elevation

: The altitude of your current location above or below 

sea level.

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).

Interval Distance

: The distance traveled for the current interval.

Interval Lengths

: The number of pool lengths completed during 

the current interval.

Interval Pace

: The average pace for the current interval.

Interval Stroke Rate

: The average number of strokes per 

minute (spm) during the current interval.

Interval Strokes/Length

: The average number of strokes per 

length during the current interval.

Interval SWOLF

: The average swolf score for the current 

interval.

Interval Time

: The stopwatch time for the current interval.

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 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 Time

: The stopwatch time 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.

Appendix

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Summary of Contents for vivoactive

Page 1: ...vívoactive Owner s Manual February 2015 Printed in Taiwan 190 01749 00_0A ...

Page 2: ...onnect IQ Garmin Connect Garmin Express tempe VIRB and vívoactive 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 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Garmin is under license iOS is a registered trademark of Cisco Systems Inc u...

Page 3: ...Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data 7 Foot Pod 7 Calibrating Your Foot Pod 7 Using an Optional Bike Speed or Cadence Sensor 7 Calibrating Your Speed Sensor 7 tempe 7 Customizing Your Device 7 Changing the Watch Face 7 Setting Up Your User Profile 7 Activity Settings 8 Customizing the Data Screens 8 Alerts 8 Auto Lap 8 Using Auto Pause 8 Using Auto Scroll 8 Background Settings 9 Bluetooth Settings 9 S...

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Page 5: ...product warnings and other important information The charging cradle contains a magnet Under certain circumstances magnets may cause interference with some medical devices including pacemakers and insulin pumps Keep the charging cradle away from such medical devices NOTICE The charging cradle contains a magnet Under certain circumstances magnets may cause damage to some electronic devices includin...

Page 6: ...o to www garminconnect com 3 From your devices widget select Connect IQ Store 4 Select a Connect IQ feature 5 Select Send to Device and follow the on screen instructions Widgets Your device comes preloaded with widgets that provide at a glance information Some widgets require a Bluetooth connection to a compatible smartphone Notifications Alerts you to incoming calls and texts according to your sm...

Page 7: ...vice Before you can use an ANT sensor for your ride you must pair the sensor with your device Pairing ANT Sensors 1 Pair your ANT sensors such as a heart rate monitor speed sensor or cadence sensor optional 2 Select the action key 3 Select Bike 4 When using optional ANT sensors wait while the device connects to the sensors 5 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites 6 Select the acti...

Page 8: ...device Charging the Device 1 Select the action key 2 Select Golf 3 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites 4 Select a course from the list of available courses 5 Swipe left or right to scroll through the data screens for each hole The device automatically transitions when you move to the next hole 6 After you complete your activity select End Round Save Hole Information Because pin...

Page 9: ...ing Activity to set preferences for notifications that appear when in watch mode 6 Select a notification preference 7 Select Notification Timeout 8 Select a timeout duration Viewing Notifications 1 From the watch face swipe left or right to view the notifications widget 2 Tap the touchscreen and swipe left or right to scroll through the notifications 3 Select a notification 4 If necessary select t...

Page 10: ...onal sensors go to http buy garmin com Pairing ANT Sensors The first time you connect a sensor to your device using ANT wireless technology you must pair the device and sensor After they are paired the device connects to the sensor automatically when you start an activity and the sensor is active and within range NOTE If a heart rate monitor was bundled with your device the included heart rate mon...

Page 11: ...g electromagnetic fields some 2 4 GHz wireless sensors high voltage power lines electric motors ovens microwave ovens 2 4 GHz cordless phones and wireless LAN access points Foot Pod Your device is compatible with the foot pod You can use the foot pod to record pace and distance instead of using GPS when you are training indoors or when your GPS signal is weak The foot pod is on standby and ready t...

Page 12: ...med walking breaks at regular intervals For example during a long training run you can set the device to alert you to run for 4 minutes and then walk for 1 minute and repeat Auto Lap functions as usual while you are using the run or walk alerts 1 Select the action key 2 Select an activity NOTE This feature is not available for all activities 3 Select Alerts Add New 4 Select Run Walk 5 Enter a time...

Page 13: ...ng the Time Manually By default the time is set automatically when the vívoactive device is paired with a mobile device 1 Select the action key 2 Select System System Clock Set Local Time Manual 3 Select Time and enter the time of day Setting the Alarm 1 Select the action key 2 Select System Alarm 3 Select the toggle switch to turn on the alarm 4 Select and enter a time Backlight Settings Select t...

Page 14: ...le 4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard Troubleshooting Resetting the Device If the device stops responding you may need to reset it NOTE Resetting the device may erase your data or settings 1 Hold for 15 seconds The device turns off 2 Hold for one second to turn on the device Restoring All Default Settings NOTE This deletes all user entered information and activity history You can reset all se...

Page 15: ...urrent activity Average Strokes Length The average number of strokes per length during the current activity Average SWOLF The average swolf score for the current activity Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one length plus the number of strokes for that length Swim Terminology Cadence Cycling The number of revolutions of the crank arm Your device must be connected to a cadence accessory fo...

Page 16: ...red breathing Anaerobic and muscular endurance increased power Wheel Size and Circumference The wheel size is marked on both sides of the tire This is not a comprehensive list You can also use one of the calculators available on the Internet Wheel Size L mm 12 1 75 935 14 1 5 1020 14 1 75 1055 16 1 5 1185 16 1 75 1195 18 1 5 1340 18 1 75 1350 20 1 75 1515 20 1 3 8 1615 22 1 3 8 1770 22 1 1 2 1785 ...

Page 17: ... 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 Symbol Definitions These symbols may appear on the device or accessory labels WEEE disposal and recycling symbol The WEEE symbol is attached to the product in compliance with the EU directive 2002 96 EC on Waste E...

Page 18: ... 6 I icons 1 intervals 4 K keys 1 10 L layup 4 lengths 4 M maps updating 10 measuring a shot 5 menu 1 N navigation 3 stopping 3 notifications 5 O odometer 4 P pairing ANT sensors 6 smartphone 1 pool size custom 4 setting 4 product registration 10 profiles 3 user 7 R registering the device 10 replacing the battery 10 resetting the device 10 S satellite signals 1 10 saving activities 3 scorecard 4 s...

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