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Garmin FENIX 5 PLUS User Manual

Garmin FENIX 5 PLUS
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Garmin FENIX 5 PLUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
ShapeRound
Band colorBlack
Band material-
Watch case size42 mm
Watch case colorSilver
Market positioningSmartwatch
Protection featuresWaterproof
Watch case materialPolymer, Stainless steel
FM radioNo
Flash memory16 GB
Mobile operating systems supportedAndroid, iOS
BluetoothYes
Battery capacity- mAh
Battery life (max)288 h
Display typeDigital
Display diagonal1.2 \
Display resolution240 x 240 pixels
Display technologyMIP
Cables includedUSB
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width47 mm
Weight86 g
Thickness15.8 mm

Summary

Introduction

Device Overview

Explains the physical buttons and navigation controls on the device.

Charging and Pairing

Guides on charging the device and connecting it to a smartphone via Bluetooth.

Product Updates

Details how to perform software and map updates for the device.

Activities and Apps

Starting and Stopping Activities

Guides on initiating, recording, and concluding various activities.

Customizing Activities

How to add favorite activities, create custom profiles, and use indoor modes.

Strength Training Recording

Details the process of recording strength training sessions, including counting reps.

Outdoor and Multisport Activities

Skiing and Metronome

How to view ski run data and use the metronome for cadence training.

Audio Prompts and Jumpmaster

Enabling audio alerts and details on the Jumpmaster feature for skydivers.

Multisport Training

Creating and tips for multisport activities like triathlon and swimrun.

Swimming Features

Swim Terminology and Stroke Types

Defines swimming terms and explains stroke type identification.

Swimming Activity Tips

Guidance for pool swimming, including setting pool size and managing rests.

Training with Drill Log

How to use the drill log for specific swimming drills.

Golfing

Playing Golf Basics

Instructions on starting and playing a round of golf, including hole information.

Golf Course Navigation

How to view hazards, layup distances, and adjust pin locations on the course map.

Golf Scoring and Statistics

Measuring Shots and Keeping Score

How to measure shots, view layup distances, and record scores for holes.

Golf Odometer and Stat Tracking

Using the odometer and enabling stat tracking for golf performance.

Connected Features Overview

Phone Notifications

Setting up and managing smartphone notifications displayed on the device.

LiveTrack and GroupTrack

Using LiveTrack to share activities and GroupTrack to follow connections.

Managing Notifications and Calls

Receiving Calls and Replying to Texts

Handling incoming calls and sending quick replies to text messages.

Bluetooth Connection Management

Turning off Bluetooth and managing connection alerts.

Locating Your Phone

Garmin Connect Ecosystem

Overview of Garmin Connect for tracking, analyzing, and sharing activity data.

Software and Data Synchronization

Updating Software

How to update device software using Garmin Connect Mobile or Garmin Express.

Syncing Data

Manually syncing activity data with Garmin Connect Mobile.

Garmin Golf and GroupTrack

Garmin Golf App Features

Using the Garmin Golf app for competition and leaderboards.

Starting GroupTrack Sessions

How to initiate a GroupTrack session to follow friends' activities.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

Setting Up Wi-Fi

Configuring the device's Wi-Fi connection for updates and activity uploads.

Connect IQ Features

Downloading Connect IQ Content

How to download custom apps, watch faces, and data fields from Connect IQ.

Garmin Pay

Setting Up and Using Garmin Pay

Guides on setting up a wallet, adding cards, and making payments with the watch.

Managing Garmin Pay Wallet

How to suspend, activate, or delete cards and manage the entire wallet.

Music Features

Connecting Music Providers

Linking third-party music services to the device via Garmin Connect.

Downloading and Playing Music

Downloading audio content and controlling music playback on the device.

Bluetooth Headphones

Connecting Bluetooth Headphones

How to pair Bluetooth headphones with the device for music playback.

Heart Rate Monitoring

Wrist-based Heart Rate

Information on the device's built-in heart rate monitor and proper wearing.

Troubleshooting Heart Rate

Advice to troubleshoot inaccurate or missing heart rate readings.

Broadcasting Heart Rate

How to broadcast heart rate data to other Garmin devices or during activities.

Turning Off Heart Rate Monitor

Wearing a Chest Heart Rate Monitor

Instructions for wearing a compatible chest heart rate monitor correctly.

Heart Rate Monitor Care

Running Dynamics Overview

Explains the six running dynamics metrics and their color gauges.

Running Dynamics Metrics

Cadence, Oscillation, and Ground Contact

Defines cadence, vertical oscillation, and ground contact time for running form analysis.

Stride Length and Vertical Ratio

Defines stride length and vertical ratio for assessing running efficiency.

Training with Running Dynamics

Running Dynamics Data Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps if running dynamics data is not appearing or is incorrect.

Performance Measurements

Training Status and VO2 Max.

How the device assesses training status, VO2 max., and recovery time.

Performance Metrics

VO2 Max. and Recovery Time

Explains VO2 max. estimates and how recovery time is calculated.

Training Load and Race Predictions

Understanding training load and viewing predicted race times.

Training Effect

Aerobic and Anaerobic Impact

How activities impact aerobic and anaerobic fitness, measured by Training Effect.

Heart Rate Variability and Stress

HRV Stress Test

How to perform the HRV stress test to assess overall stress levels.

Performance Condition

Viewing Performance Condition

How the device assesses real-time performance compared to average fitness levels.

Lactate Threshold

Guided Lactate Threshold Test

Procedure to estimate lactate threshold using heart rate and pace.

Functional Threshold Power (FTP)

Conducting an FTP Test

Procedure to determine functional threshold power (FTP) via a guided cycling test.

FTP and VO2 Max. Estimates

FTP and VO2 Max. Values

How FTP and VO2 max. estimates are displayed and interpreted.

Running and Cycling Performance

VO2 Max. Estimates for Running and Cycling

How to obtain VO2 max. estimates for running and cycling.

Recovery Metrics

Recovery Time and Heart Rate

Understanding recovery time and checking recovery heart rate post-activity.

Training Load and Race Times

Training Load and Predicted Race Times

Understanding training load gauge and predicted race time features.

Training Effect Metrics

Aerobic and Anaerobic Impact

How Training Effect measures the impact of activities on aerobic and anaerobic fitness.

Heart Rate Variability and Stress Level

Viewing HRV Stress Levels

How to perform and view the HRV stress test to assess overall stress levels.

Performance Condition Monitoring

Viewing Performance Condition

How the device assesses real-time performance compared to average fitness levels.

Lactate Threshold Determination

Performing a Guided Lactate Threshold Test

Procedure to estimate lactate threshold using heart rate and pace.

FTP and VO2 Max. Estimates

FTP and VO2 Max. Values

How FTP and VO2 max. estimates are displayed and interpreted.

Running and Cycling Performance

VO2 Max. Estimates for Running and Cycling

How to obtain VO2 max. estimates for running and cycling.

Recovery Metrics

Recovery Time and Heart Rate

Understanding recovery time and checking recovery heart rate post-activity.

Training Load and Race Times

Training Load and Predicted Race Times

Understanding training load gauge and predicted race time features.

User Profile and Fitness Goals

Setting Up User Profile

Updating personal details like gender, height, and weight for accurate data.

Heart Rate Zones

How to set and understand heart rate zones for optimal training.

Power Zones

Setting up power zones based on FTP for cycling performance analysis.

Activity Tracking Features

Auto Goal for Steps

How the device automatically creates and tracks a daily step goal.

Move Alert and Sleep Tracking

Move Alert Functionality

How the device reminds users to move and tracks inactivity.

Automated Sleep Tracking

How the device automatically tracks sleep patterns and statistics.

Intensity Minutes and Move IQ

Earning Intensity Minutes

Explains how to earn and track weekly intensity minutes for health goals.

Garmin Move IQ™

How Move IQ automatically detects and logs activities.

Turning Off Activity Tracking

Workouts and Training Plans

How to create custom workouts or download training plans from Garmin Connect.

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