Changing the Map Theme
You can change the map theme to display map data optimized for your activity type. For example, high contrast
map themes provide better visibility in challenging environments, and activity-specific map themes display the
most important map data at-a-glance.
1 Start an outdoor activity.
2 Hold .
3 Select the activity settings.
4 Select Map > Map Theme.
5 Select an option.
Compass
The watch has a 3-axis compass with automatic calibration. The compass features and appearance change
depending on your activity, whether GPS is enabled, and whether you are navigating to a destination. You can
change the compass settings manually (Compass Settings, page 102).
Setting the Compass Heading
1 From the compass glance, press START.
2 Select Lock Heading.
3 Point the top of the watch toward your heading, and press START.
When you deviate from the heading, the compass displays the direction from the heading and degree of
deviation.
Altimeter and Barometer
The watch contains an internal altimeter and barometer. The watch collects elevation and pressure data
continuously, even in low-power mode. The altimeter displays your approximate elevation based on pressure
changes. The barometer displays environmental pressure data based on the fixed elevation where the altimeter
was most recently calibrated (Altimeter Settings, page 103).
Sensors and Accessories
The Forerunner watch has several internal sensors, and you can pair additional wireless sensors for your
activities.
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