Auto-Bright Display
: Allows your device to maximize the
screen brightness automatically during a timed activity for
better outdoor visibility.
NOTE:
This setting decreases battery life.
Band Orientation
: Allows you to customize the direction of the
clasp on the band.
NOTE:
Wearing the clasp toward the inside of your wrist
provides the best viewing angle for the screen.
Screen Orientation
: Sets the device to display data in
landscape or portrait format.
NOTE:
Notifications are always displayed in landscape
format.
Time Format
: Sets the device to display time in a 12-hour or 24-
hour format.
Language
: Sets the language the device displays.
Units
: Sets the device to display the distance traveled in
kilometers or miles.
Custom Step Length
: Allows your device to more accurately
calculate the distance traveled using your custom step
length.
Heart Rate
: Allows you to estimate your maximum heart rate
and determine custom heart rate zones.
Alert Settings
Hold the touchscreen to view the menu, and select .
On
: Enables vibration alerts.
Privacy
: Enables vibration alerts and displays notifications in
privacy mode.
NOTE:
In privacy mode, the sender's name and notification
contents do not appear in the notification alert.
Off
: Disables vibration alerts.
NOTE:
Alert settings do not affect the alarm clock settings on
your Garmin Connect account.
Adjusting the Screen Brightness
1
Hold the touchscreen to view the menu.
2
Select .
3
Select or to adjust the brightness.
NOTE:
The screen brightness affects battery life.
Device Information
vívosmart Specifications
Battery type
Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery
Battery life
Up to 7 days
Operating temperature
range
From -10º to 60ºC (from 14º to 140ºF)
Charging temperature
range
From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF)
Radio frequency/
protocol
2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications
protocol
Bluetooth Smart wireless technology
Water rating
5 ATM
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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)
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*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m. For more
.
Radio frequency/
protocol
2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless communications
protocol
Water rating
1 ATM
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NOTE:
This product does not transmit heart
rate data while swimming.
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.
Replaceable coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate
material. Special handling may apply. See
CAUTION
Contact your local waste disposal department to properly
recycle the batteries.
Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery
1
Locate the circular battery cover on the back of the heart rate
monitor.
2
Use a coin to twist the cover counter-clockwise until it is
loose enough to remove (the arrow points to
OPEN
).
3
Remove the cover and the battery.
4
Wait 30 seconds.
5
Insert the new battery with the positive side facing up.
NOTE:
Do not damage or lose the O-ring gasket.
6
Use a coin to twist the cover clockwise back into place (the
arrow points to
CLOSE
).
After you replace the heart rate monitor battery, you may need
to pair the heart rate monitor with the device again.
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can
degrade the life of the product.
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.
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*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 10 m. For more
information, go to
vívosmart Owner's Manual
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