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6

Hold the key to exit the timer.

Locating a Lost Smartphone

You can use this feature to help locate a lost smartphone that is 

paired using Bluetooth

®

 wireless technology and currently within 

range.

1

Hold the device key to view the menu.

2

Hold  .
The vívofit 4 device begins searching for your paired 

smartphone, and an audible alert sounds on your 

smartphone.

Starting a Toe-to-Toe Challenge

You can start a 2-minute, Toe-to-Toe challenge with a friend 

who has a compatible device.

1

Hold the device key to view the menu.

2

Hold   to challenge another player in range (3 m).

NOTE: 

Both players must start a challenge on their device.

3

When the player name appears, hold  .
The device counts down for 3 seconds before the timer 

starts.

4

Get steps for 2 minutes.
When 3 seconds remain, the device beeps until the time 

expires.

5

Bring the devices in range (3 m).
The devices display the steps for each player and first or 

second place.

Players can start another challenge or exit the menu.

Move Bar

Sitting for prolonged 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 American Heart 

Association

®

, and the World Health Organization, recommend at 

least 150 minutes per week of moderate intensity activity, such 

as brisk walking.
The device monitors your activity intensity and tracks your 

intensity minutes. You can work toward achieving your weekly 

intensity minutes goal by walking briskly for at least 10 

consecutive minutes.

Auto Goal

Your device creates a daily step goal automatically, based on 

your previous activity levels. As you move during the day, the 

device counts down the number of remaining steps in your daily 

goal. When you reach your step goal, the device displays  , 

and begins counting the number of steps taken that exceed your 

daily goal.
If you choose not to use the auto goal feature, you can set a 

personalized step goal on your Garmin Connect account.

Sleep Tracking

While you are sleeping, the device automatically detects your 

sleep and monitors your movement during your normal sleep 

hours. You can set your normal sleep hours in the user settings 

on your Garmin Connect account. Sleep statistics include total 

hours of sleep, sleep levels, and sleep movement. You can view 

your sleep statistics on your Garmin Connect account.

NOTE: 

Naps are not added to your sleep statistics.

Smartphone Setup

Pairing with Your Smartphone

Your vívofit 4 device must be paired directly through the Garmin 

Connect app, instead of from the Bluetooth settings on your 

smartphone.

1

From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the 

Garmin Connect app  .

2

Press the device key   to turn on the device.

The first time you turn on the device, it is in pairing mode.

TIP: 

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

 to manually enter pairing mode.

3

Select an option 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 (

Software Update

, page 4

). Keep 

your device near your smartphone until setup is complete.

After setup is complete, the device continuously tracks your 

daily activity. You should sync your device often to review your 

progress in the app.

Syncing Your Data with the Garmin Connect 

App

You should manually sync your data to track your progress in 

the Garmin Connect app. Your device also periodically syncs 

data with the Garmin Connect app automatically.

1

Bring the device near your smartphone.

2

Open the Garmin Connect app.

TIP: 

The app can be open or running in the background.

3

Hold the device key to view the menu.

4

Hold 

.

5

Wait while your data syncs.

6

View your current data in the Garmin Connect app.

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Smartphone Setup

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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