How to improve battery life on Garmin VIVOACTIVE 5 in smartwatch mode?
To extend the battery life of your Garmin Watch when using it in smartwatch mode, try reducing the number of enabled features. For example, you can disable activity tracking, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, phone notifications, or GPS.
What to do if Garmin VIVOACTIVE 5 Watch battery drains fast in all systems GPS mode with music playback?
To conserve battery on your Garmin Watch in all systems GPS mode with music playback, limit how much you play music during GPS activities.
General| Display Type | AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 1.2" (30.4 mm) diameter |
| Display Resolution | 390 x 390 pixels |
| Lens Material | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Case Material | Fiber-reinforced polymer |
| Strap Material | Silicone |
| Water Rating | 5 ATM |
| Battery Life (Smartwatch mode) | Up to 11 days |
| Battery Life (Battery saver smartwatch mode) | Up to 21 days |
| Battery Life (GPS mode with music) | Up to 8 hours |
| Battery Life (GPS mode without music) | Up to 21 hours |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Memory/History | 4 GB |
| Garmin Pay | Yes |
| GPS | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | Yes |
| Sleep Tracking | Yes |
| Stress Tracking | Yes |
| Music Storage | Yes |
| Case Size | 42.2 x 42.2 x 11.1 mm |
| Weight | 36 grams |
| Sensors | accelerometer, thermometer |
| Smartphone Compatibility | Android, iOS |
Explains the basic functions of the watch's action buttons and touchscreen.
Provides guidance on interacting with the watch's touchscreen for navigation and selection.
Lists essential tasks for fully utilizing the vívoactive 5 features.
Guides users on how to initiate and start an activity on the watch.
Information on using the watch for indoor training activities.
Guides on how to calibrate treadmill distance for accurate run tracking.
Steps to start a running activity and use sensors.
Instructions for starting a cycling activity and using sensors.
Guide to recording swim data for open water swimming.
Steps to start a golf activity, find courses, and keep score.
Overview of features available during a golf round like hazards and layups.
Explains how the watch automatically records shot distances during golf.
Steps to create and add a new activity type to the watch.
Control music playback for phone or watch music.
Take manual pulse oximeter readings.
Customize the watch face layout, colors, and data.
Overview of quick-access glance widgets for at-a-glance information.
How to log fluid intake and view hydration goals.
How to add, remove, and reorder options in the controls menu.
Steps to make payments with the watch.
How to set primary devices for training and health metrics.
Steps to select and begin a guided workout.
Information on the wrist-based heart rate monitor and its usage.
How to set maximum heart rate and customize heart rate zones.
Steps to manually take blood oxygen saturation readings.
How to mark and save current GPS locations on the watch.
How to navigate back to the starting point of an activity.
Steps to manually calibrate the compass for accuracy.
Steps to pair various wireless sensors like heart rate monitors.
How to enter sex, birth year, height, weight, and heart rate zones.
How to enable wheelchair mode and its effects on features.
How to transfer music files from a computer to the watch.
Steps to pair Bluetooth headphones with the watch.
Features related to connecting the watch to a smartphone.
Steps to pair the watch with a smartphone via the Garmin Connect app.
How to use the mobile app for data upload and sync.
How to update the watch's software via the app.
How to add apps, watch faces, and data fields from Connect IQ.
Steps to add emergency contact phone numbers.
How the watch detects incidents and alerts emergency contacts.
Steps to set multiple alarms with repeat and label options.
Overview of system settings like Display, Battery Manager, and Connectivity.
How to adjust display timeout, brightness, and font size.
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the watch.
How to reset the watch to factory default settings.
Tips for enhancing GPS signal acquisition.
Tips and settings to extend the watch's battery life.
How to restart the watch if it becomes unresponsive.
Definitions and explanations for various data fields.
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