Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor
NOTE:
If you do not have a heart rate monitor, you can skip this
task.
NOTE:
The device may cause chafing when used for long
periods of time. To alleviate this issue, apply an anti-friction
lubricant or gel to the center of the module where it contacts
your skin.
NOTICE
Do not apply anti-friction gel or lubricant on the electrodes.
Do not use gels or lubricants that contain sunscreen.
You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin,
just below your sternum. It should be snug enough to stay in
place during your activity.
1
Push one tab
À
of the strap through the slot
Á
in the heart
rate monitor module.
2
Press the tab down.
3
Wet the electrodes
Â
on the back of the module to create a
strong connection between your chest and the heart rate
monitor module.
4
Wrap the strap around your chest and attach it to the other
side of the heart rate monitor module.
The Garmin
®
logo should be right-side up.
5
Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the heart rate monitor.
After you put on the heart rate monitor, it is active and sending
data.
Pairing Your ANT+ Heart Rate Monitor
Before you can pair your heart rate monitor, you must enable
the heart rate data screen on your vívofit device. For more
information about customizing the device screens, see
NOTE:
If your device was packaged with a heart rate monitor,
the heart rate data screen is already enabled and the heart rate
monitor is paired.
1
Put on the heart rate monitor.
2
Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the sensor.
NOTE:
Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other ANT+ sensors
while pairing.
3
Select the device key until
HEART
appears.
When the sensor is paired with your device, your heart rate
and heart rate zone appear. flashes when the heart rate
monitor sends data to your device.
Stopping a Heart Rate Activity
Your device creates and saves a fitness activity when it
receives heart rate data, which can be sent to your Garmin
Connect account.
Hold the device key to stop recording heart rate data.
The device displays HEART OFF.
About Heart Rate Zones
Many athletes use heart rate zones to measure and increase
their cardiovascular strength and improve their level of fitness. A
heart rate zone is a set range of heartbeats per minute. The five
commonly accepted heart rate zones are numbered from 1 to 5
according to increasing intensity. Generally, heart rate zones
are calculated based on percentages of your maximum heart
rate.
Fitness Goals
Knowing your heart rate zones can help you measure and
improve your fitness by understanding and applying these
principles.
• Your heart rate is a good measure of exercise intensity.
• Training in certain heart rate zones can help you improve
cardiovascular capacity and strength.
• Knowing your heart rate zones can prevent you from
overtraining and can decrease your risk of injury.
If you know your maximum heart rate, you can use the table
(
) to determine the best heart rate
zone for your fitness objectives.
If you do not know your maximum heart rate, use one of the
calculators available on the Internet. Some gyms and health
centers can provide a test that measures maximum heart rate.
The default maximum heart rate is 220 minus your age.
Device Information
vívofit Specifications
Battery type
Two user-replaceable CR1632 batteries
Battery life
Up to 1 yr.
Operating temperature
range
From -10º to 60ºC (from 14º to 140ºF)
Radio frequency/protocol 2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications
protocol
Bluetooth Smart wireless technology
Water rating
5 ATM*
*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m.
For more information, go to
Heart Rate Monitor Specifications
Battery type
User-replaceable CR2032, 3 volts
Battery life
Approximately 3 years (1 hour per day)
Operating temperature
range
From -10° to 50°C (from 14° to 122°F)
Radio frequency/
protocol
2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications
protocol
Water rating
1 ATM*
NOTE:
This product does not transmit heart
rate data while swimming.
*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 10 m.
For more information, go to
User Replaceable Batteries
WARNING
Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.
Keep the battery away from children.
Never put batteries in mouth. If swallowed, contact your
physician or local poison control center.
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