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Introduction

 WARNING

See the 

Important Safety and Product Information

 guide in the 

product box for product warnings and other important 

information.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any 

exercise program.

Getting Started

To get the most out of your activity tracker, you should pair it 

with your smartphone and complete the setup process with your 

free Garmin Connect

 account (

Smartphone Setup

, page 2

).

NOTE: 

Until you pair your device and complete the setup 

process, it has limited functionality.

Using the Device

• Press the key   to scroll through device features (

Widgets

page 1

).

• Hold the key for 1 second, and release it to view the menu 

(

Menu Options

, page 1

).

• Press the key to scroll through menu options.

• Hold the key for 1 second, and release it to select menu 

options.

• Hold the key for less than 1 second to turn on the backlight.

The backlight turns off automatically.

Everyday Use

Make your vívofit 4 device part of your active lifestyle by wearing 

it all day, and syncing your data often with your Garmin Connect 

account. Syncing allows you to analyze steps and sleep data, 

view totals, and get insights into your activity. You can use your 

Garmin Connect account to participate in challenges and 

compete with your friends. You can also customize your device 

settings, including watch faces, visible screens, auto-sync 

frequency, and more.

Device Overview

Widgets

When you pair your device with a smartphone, you can 

customize the widgets that appear on your device and adjust the 

order of the widgets. You can press the device key to scroll 

through the widgets.

NOTE: 

Some watch faces do not display the custom widget text.

The current date. The device updates the time and date 
when you sync with a smartphone.
The total number of steps taken for the day.

The number of remaining steps needed to reach your 
step goal for the day. When you use the auto goal 
feature, the device sets a new goal for you at the 
beginning of each day.
The distance traveled for the current day.
The amount of total calories burned for the current day, 
including both active and resting calories.
Your weekly intensity minutes total.
The high and low temperature forecasts for the day.

beat 
yesterday

Your custom text. You can modify the text in the Garmin 
Connect app.

Menu Options

You can hold the device key to view the menu, and press the 

device key to scroll through the options. You can hold the device 

key again to select an option.

Syncs data with your Garmin Connect account.
Starts a timed activity.
Displays task timer options.
Starts the stopwatch.
Locates your lost smartphone.
Starts a Toe-to-Toe

 challenge with another player with a 

compatible device.
Displays device and regulatory information.
Exits the menu and returns to the previous widget.

Recording a Timed Activity

You can record a timed activity, which can be sent to your 

Garmin Connect account.

TIP: 

You can also record walking or running activities 

automatically using the Move IQ feature (

Device Settings

page 3

).

1

Hold the device key to view the menu.

2

Hold   to start the activity timer.

3

Start your activity.

TIP: 

You can press the device key to scroll through your 

activity data while the timer is running.

4

After you complete your activity, hold the device key until 

appears.
A summary appears. The device displays the total time and 

distance traveled during the activity.

5

Press the device key to end the summary and return to the 

home screen.
You can sync your device to view activity details on your 

Garmin Connect account.

Using the Countdown Timer

You can use your device to start a countdown timer of 1, 3, 5, or 

10 minutes.

1

Hold the device key to view the menu.

2

Hold  .

3

Press the device key to scroll through the task timer options.

4

Hold the device key to select and start a timer.
The device beeps, and the timer begins counting down. 

When 3 seconds remain, the device beeps until the time 

expires.

TIP: 

You can hold the device key to stop the timer.

Using the Stopwatch

1

Hold the key to view the menu.

2

Hold  .

3

Press   to start the timer.

4

Press   to stop the timer.

5

If necessary, press   to reset the timer.

Introduction

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Summary of Contents for VIVOFIT 4

Page 1: ...VÍVOFIT 4 Owner sManual ...

Page 2: ...ware Update 4 Replacing the Band 4 User Replaceable Batteries 4 Replacing the Batteries 4 Troubleshooting 5 My step count does not seem accurate 5 The step counts on my device and my Garmin Connect account do not match 5 My distance traveled does not seem accurate 5 My device does not display the correct time 5 How do I pair a new device with an existing Garmin Connect account 5 Is my smartphone c...

Page 3: ...ions Hold the key for less than 1 second to turn on the backlight The backlight turns off automatically Everyday Use Make your vívofit 4 device part of your active lifestyle by wearing it all day and syncing your data often with your Garmin Connect account Syncing allows you to analyze steps and sleep data view totals and get insights into your activity You can use your Garmin Connect account to p...

Page 4: ...ent to your Garmin Connect account TIP You can also record walking or running activities automatically using the Move IQ feature Device Settings page 3 1 Hold the device key to view the menu 2 Hold to start the activity timer 3 Start your activity TIP You can press the device key to scroll through your activity data while the timer is running 4 After you complete your activity hold the device key ...

Page 5: ...onged periods of time can trigger undesirable metabolic state changes The move bar reminds you to keep moving After one hour of inactivity the move bar appears Additional segments appear after every 15 minutes of inactivity You can reset the move bar by walking a short distance Intensity Minutes To improve your health organizations such as the U S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention the Ame...

Page 6: ...tion to add your device to your Garmin Connect account If this is the first device you have paired with the Garmin Connect app follow the on screen instructions If you have already paired another device with the Garmin Connect app from the settings menu select Garmin Devices Add Device and follow the on screen instructions NOTE The setup may include a software update which can take several minutes...

Page 7: ...view more detailed information about your activity including time distance calories burned and customizable reports Share your activities You can connect with friends to follow each other s activities or post links to your activities on your favorite social networking sites Manage your settings You can customize your device and user settings on your Garmin Connect account Garmin Move IQ When your ...

Page 8: ...ning to the default widget Move Alert Allows you to turn the move bar on and off Move IQ Allows you to turn on and off Move IQ events The Move IQ feature automatically detects activity patterns such as walking running cycling swimming and elliptical training Time Format Sets the device to display time in a 12 hour or 24 hour format Distance Sets the device to display the distance traveled in kilom...

Page 9: ... alcohol or other harsh chemicals Prolonged exposure to these substances can damage the case Do not place in high temperature environments such as a clothes dryer Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur because it can cause permanent damage Cleaning the Device 1 Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution 2 Wipe it dry After clea...

Page 10: ... and other important information Replacing the Batteries The device uses two SR43 batteries When the battery power is low a low battery alert appears on your Garmin Connect account after you sync Replacing the batteries does not erase your data or settings NOTE 301 and 386 batteries are equivalent to SR43 batteries 1 Remove the device from the band 2 Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the ...

Page 11: ...e If your step count does not seem accurate you can try these tips Wear the device on your non dominant wrist Carry the device in your pocket when pushing a stroller or lawn mower Carry the device in your pocket when actively using your hands or arms only NOTE The device may interpret some repetitive motions such as washing dishes folding laundry or clapping your hands as steps The step counts on ...

Page 12: ... the device within range of your smartphone After you pair your device with your Garmin Connect account the device does not stay constantly connected Instead it syncs periodically You can manually sync your device at any time by opening your Garmin Connect account If your device and smartphone are already connected but do not sync turn off Bluetooth technology from your smartphone settings and tur...

Page 13: ...data in the Garmin Connect application My device won t turn on If your device no longer turns on you may need to replace the batteries Go to Replacing the Batteries page 4 Goal Animations and Streaks The device provides visual feedback on your progress toward your step goal When you reach your step goal the device displays a goal animation and continues tracking When you press the key a goal strea...

Page 14: ...ce key to view the menu 2 Hold 3 Hold the device key until NV RST appears The device resets and the screen turns on 4 Pair your device with your smartphone Pairing with Your Smartphone page 2 Appendix Getting More Information Go to support garmin com for additional manuals articles and software updates Go to buy garmin com or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories an...

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