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Garmin epix User Manual

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epix
Owner’s Manual
May 2015
Printed in Taiwan 190-01753-00_0A

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Garmin epix Specifications

General IconGeneral
WaterproofYes
Product colorBlack
Waterproof up to50 m
Market positioningSport watch
Protection featuresWater resistant
Clock mode12h/24h
Recommended activityCycling, Running, Swimming
Built-in distance meterNo
Heart rate data transferBluetooth
Number of waypoints1000
Battery life50 h
Bluetooth version4.0
Display resolution205 x 148 pixels
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight85 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)50.8 x 53.3 x 17.8 mm

Summary

Introduction

Device Overview

Provides an overview of the device's physical features and buttons.

Touchscreen Tips

Explains how to interact with the device's touchscreen interface.

Locking and Unlocking the Device

Details methods to prevent accidental screen touches or key presses.

Charging the Device

Instructions for connecting the device to a power source for charging.

Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Device

Steps to connect the device to a smartphone via Bluetooth.

Support and Updates

Information on accessing product manuals and software updates.

Setting Up Garmin Express

Guide for installing and setting up Garmin Express software.

Widgets

Overview of preloaded widgets providing glanceable information.

Activities

Starting an Activity

How to initiate a new activity session on the device.

Stopping an Activity

Steps to end and save or discard an ongoing activity.

Going Cross-Country Skiing

Instructions for starting and performing cross-country skiing activities.

Going Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding

Steps for recording downhill skiing or snowboarding sessions.

Viewing Your Ski Runs

How to review recorded ski run data.

Going for a Hike

Guide for starting and recording a hiking activity.

Auto Climb

Explanation of the auto climb feature for detecting elevation changes.

Going for a Run

Instructions for starting and recording a running activity.

Using the Metronome

How to use the metronome feature for cadence training.

Going for a Ride

Steps for starting and recording a cycling activity.

Going for a Pool Swim

Instructions for recording pool swimming sessions.

Swim Terminology

Defines terms and metrics used in swimming activities.

Stroke Types

Details the different stroke types recognized by the device.

Resting During Pool Swimming

How to pause and manage rest periods during pool swims.

Training with the Drill Log

Using the drill log for specific swim training intervals.

Going for an Open Water Swim

Steps for starting and recording open water swimming.

Starting a Triathlon or Multisport Activity

How to initiate a multisport or triathlon event.

Creating a Custom Activity

Steps to create and configure a personalized activity profile.

Indoor Activities

Indoor Activities

Using the device for indoor training sessions without GPS.

Training

Setting Up Your User Profile

How to configure personal statistics for accurate data.

Fitness Goals

Understanding and setting fitness goals based on heart rate.

About Heart Rate Zones

Explains the importance and calculation of heart rate zones.

Setting Your Heart Rate Zones

Guide to manually setting heart rate zones.

Setting Your Power Zones

How to set power zones based on FTP.

Activity Tracking

Turning on and using the activity tracking feature.

Workouts

Creating and managing custom workouts.

Following a Workout From the Web

Downloading workouts from Garmin Connect to the device.

Starting a Workout

How to begin a downloaded workout session.

About the Training Calendar

How the device training calendar syncs with Garmin Connect.

Using Garmin Connect Training Plans

Downloading and using training plans from Garmin Connect.

Interval Workouts

Creating and managing interval training sessions.

Creating an Interval Workout

Step-by-step guide to setting up custom interval workouts.

Starting an Interval Workout

How to start a created interval workout.

Stopping an Interval Workout

How to end an interval workout.

Using Virtual Partner®

Using the Virtual Partner feature for training guidance.

Setting a Training Target

Setting goals for distance, time, or pace during training.

Cancelling a Training Target

How to cancel an active training target.

Racing a Previous Activity

Using past activities to race against yourself.

Personal Records

Viewing Your Personal Records

How to check your best performance achievements.

Restoring a Personal Record

Resetting personal records to previous values.

Clearing a Personal Record

Deleting individual personal records.

Clearing All Personal Records

Removing all personal records for a sport.

Running Dynamics

Running Dynamics

Provides real-time feedback on running form.

Color Gauges and Running Dynamics Data

Explains color-coded gauges for running metrics.

Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data

Troubleshooting steps for data display issues.

About VO2 Max. Estimates

About VO2 Max. Estimates

Explains VO2 max. as an indicator of athletic performance.

Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate for Running

How to get a VO2 max. estimate for running.

Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate for Cycling

How to get a VO2 max. estimate for cycling.

VO2 Max. Standard Ratings

Tables showing VO2 max. classifications by age and gender.

Viewing Your Predicted Race Times

Viewing Your Predicted Race Times

How to view projected race times.

Recovery Advisor

Turning On the Recovery Advisor

Enabling the feature to monitor recovery status.

Viewing Your Recovery Time

How to check the recommended recovery time.

About Training Effect

About Training Effect

Measures the impact of activity on aerobic fitness.

Clock

Setting the Alarm

Instructions for setting up multiple alarms.

Starting the Countdown Timer

How to use the countdown timer function.

Using the Stopwatch

Steps for using the built-in stopwatch.

Setting Sunrise and Sunset Alerts

Setting alerts for sunrise and sunset times.

Navigation

Saving Your Location

How to save current coordinates for later use.

Navigating to a Destination

Steps to navigate to a chosen destination or course.

Navigating to a Point of Interest

How to find and navigate to points of interest.

Points of Interest

Information about places of interest and their organization.

Navigating with Sight 'N Go

Navigating to a visible object in the distance.

Compass

Compass

Explains the device's 3-axis compass and its calibration.

Map

Viewing the Map

How to access and view the map on the device.

Browsing the Map

Methods for interacting with the map display.

Saving or Navigating to a Location on the Map

Saving or navigating to points directly from the map.

Navigating To Your Starting Point

Retracing your path back to the activity's start.

History

Using History

Accessing and viewing saved past activities.

Multisport History

Viewing summaries and segment data for multisport activities.

Viewing Your Time in Each Heart Rate Zone

Analyzing time spent in different heart rate zones.

Viewing Step Totals

Checking daily step count, goal, and distance.

Viewing Data Totals

Reviewing accumulated distance and time data.

Deleting History

Options for removing activities or resetting totals.

Using the Odometer

Tracking total distance and elevation gained.

Connected Features

Phone notifications

Receiving calls and messages on the device.

LiveTrack

Sharing real-time activity data with others.

Activity uploads to Garmin Connect

Automatically sending activities to Garmin Connect.

Connect IQ

Extending device functionality with custom apps and faces.

Garmin Connect

Overview of the Garmin Connect platform for tracking and analysis.

Store your activities

Uploading and saving activities to Garmin Connect.

Analyze your data

Viewing detailed activity analysis and reports.

Using Garmin Connect Mobile

Using the mobile app for data upload and analysis.

Manually Uploading Data to Garmin Connect Mobile

Steps for manually syncing data.

Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer

Uploading data via a computer.

Enabling Bluetooth Notifications

Turning on and configuring smartphone notifications.

Viewing Notifications

How to view incoming notifications on the device.

Managing Notifications

How to manage which notifications are displayed.

Turning Off Bluetooth Technology

Steps to disable Bluetooth connectivity.

Connect IQ Features

Downloading Connect IQ Features

Steps to download IQ features via the mobile app.

Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer

Downloading IQ features via a computer.

Customizing Your Device

Activity App Settings

Customizing settings for individual activity apps.

Customizing the Data Screens

Modifying data fields and layouts for activity screens.

Alerts

Setting various types of alerts for activities.

Auto Lap

Setting up automatic lap marking.

Marking Laps by Distance

Setting Auto Lap to mark laps at fixed distances.

Customizing the Lap Alert Message

Personalizing the data shown in lap alerts.

Routing Settings

Adjusting route calculation preferences.

Enabling Auto Pause®

Pausing the timer automatically when stopped.

Enabling Auto Climb

Using the auto climb feature for elevation changes.

3D Speed and Distance

Calculating speed/distance using elevation and ground movement.

Using Auto Scroll

Automatically cycling through activity data screens.

UltraTrac

Using a power-saving GPS mode.

Power Save Timeout Settings

Adjusting how long the device stays in training mode.

Watch Face Settings

Customizing the Watch Face

Personalizing the watch face appearance and data.

Customizing the Widget Loop

Customizing the Widget Loop

Arranging and showing/hiding widgets.

Sensors Settings

Compass Settings

Configuring compass calibration, display, and mode.

Calibrating the Compass

Manually calibrating the compass sensor.

Setting the North Reference

Setting the geographic or magnetic north reference.

Altimeter and Barometer

Altimeter and Barometer

Information on the internal altimeter and barometer.

Altimeter Settings

Configuring auto-calibration and manual calibration.

Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter

Steps for manual altimeter calibration.

Barometer Settings

Adjusting barometer plot and storm alert settings.

Map Settings

Map Settings

Customizing map display and data.

Showing and Hiding Map Data

Selecting which map data to display.

System Settings

System Settings

Configuring device-wide settings like language and time.

Time Settings

Adjusting time format, time zone, and manual time.

Backlight Settings

Configuring backlight mode and timeout.

Changing the Units of Measure

Customizing measurement units for various metrics.

ANT+ Sensors

ANT+ Sensors

Information about compatible ANT+ accessories.

Pairing ANT+ Sensors

Steps to connect ANT+ sensors to the device.

Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor

How to properly wear the heart rate monitor.

Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data

Troubleshooting heart rate data issues.

Using an Optional Bike Cadence Sensor

Using a bike cadence sensor.

Foot Pod

Information about using a foot pod for pace and distance.

Foot Pod Calibration

Calibrating the foot pod manually.

tempe

Using the tempe wireless temperature sensor.

Device Information

Viewing Device Information

Accessing unit ID, software version, and license agreement.

Device Care

Device Care

Important precautions and cleaning instructions.

Specifications

Battery Information

Factors affecting battery life and usage.

Battery Life Mode

Battery life estimates for different modes.

Maximizing the Battery Life

Tips to extend the device's battery duration.

Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor

Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the heart rate monitor strap.

HRM-Run Specifications

Technical details specific to the HRM-Run accessory.

User Replaceable Batteries

Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery

Steps for replacing the battery in the heart rate monitor.

Data Management

Data Management

Handling data transfer and deletion.

Disconnecting the USB Cable

Safely removing the device from a computer.

Deleting Files

Steps to delete files from the device's storage.

Troubleshooting

My daily step count does not appear

Solutions for missing step count data.

The temperature reading is not accurate

Troubleshooting inaccurate temperature readings.

Resetting Your Device

How to reset the device if it becomes unresponsive.

Restoring All Default Settings

Resetting the device to factory default settings.

Getting More Information

Getting More Information

Resources for additional product information and support.

Appendix

Data Fields

Definitions of various data fields displayed on the device.

Software License Agreement

Software License Agreement

Legal terms and conditions for using the device software.

Symbol Definitions

Symbol Definitions

Explains symbols used on the device and labels.

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